The key questions facing Tuchel before World Cup
England head coach Thomas Tuchel now faces key decisions in the countdown to the World Cup, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
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Defiance, energy, new heights - Sinner keeps Alcaraz on a leash
After losing two Grand Slam finals and the number one crown to his great rival, Jannik Sinner again shows Carlos Alcaraz how he can bounce back from adversity.
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Shabana Mahmood warns Labour MPs ‘dark forces are stirring up anger’ over migration
There is understood to be growing unease in party over home secretary’s sweeping overhaul of refugee rightsShabana Mahmood has warned Labour MPs that “dark forces are stirring up anger” over migrat...
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Dark forces are stirring up anger in the UK. My asylum reforms are our chance to stop them | Shabana Mahmood
I know some of these measures will face opposition. But a country without secure borders is less safe for those who look like meShabana Mahmood is the home secretaryI know this country is an open,...
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DR Congo shock Nigeria on penalties to win African World Cup playoffs
DR Congo reach inter-confederation playoffs for 2026 World Cup after beating Nigeria on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
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Beloved SF cat’s death fuels Waymo criticism
The death of a neighborhood bodega cat named Kit Kat has shaken San Francisco’s Mission District and prompted new debates about robotaxi safety.
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Selby wins Champion of Champions for first time
Four-time world champion Mark Selby beats Judd Trump to take the Champion of Champions title for the first time in his career.
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Toppled Hasina’s son warns Bangladesh court will sentence her to death
Sajeeb Wazed says his mother is safe in India as he threatens to block February election over party ban.
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Schenk wins Bermuda Championship title in terrible conditions
Adam Schenk closed with an even-par 71 in raging wind on Sunday to hold on for a one-shot victory in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship in his 243rd start on the PGA Tour.
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Your Questions About Climate Change, Answered
You asked Somini Sengupta, our international climate reporter, about the science and the politics. She responded from COP30 in Brazil.
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Highlights: New world No 1 Littler defeats Humphries in Grand Slam final
Highlights of the Grand Slam of Darts final clash between Luke Littler and Luke Humphries.
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Champion’s groove! Littler shows off dance moves during trophy lift
Luke Littler showed off his dance moves as he lifted the Eric Bristow Trophy after winning the Grand Slam of Darts.
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‘It’s important that we tell our own stories’: how the Wicked movies are helping disability representation on screen
Marissa Bode is the first disabled actor to play Nessarose, a key character in the stage turned film franchise – but has had to respond to online abuseDisabled actor Marissa Bode, who plays the pro...
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Sinner beats Alcaraz to defend ATP Finals crown
Jannik Sinner signs off his 2025 season in style by overcoming world number one Carlos Alcaraz in two tight sets to defend his ATP Finals crown in Turin.
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Jets cornerback Boyd in critical but stable condition after shooting
New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd was shot in Manhattan early on Sunday morning and is in a critical but stable condition.
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Britain’s Labour Government Plans New, Tougher System for Asylum Seekers
Shabana Mahmood, the secretary of Britain’s home office, which polices borders, outside of 10 Downing Street in London last month.
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New York Jets player in critical condition after shooting
NFL cornerback Kris Boyd, who joined the team earlier this year, was shot outside a New York restaurant.
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Are we nearing the end of Apple’s Tim Cook era?
Apple is getting serious about succession planning, according to a new report.
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Ecuador votes on return of US military bases to tackle drug violence
Referendum asks whether to lift constitutional ban as President Daniel Noboa seeks US help against cartels.
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Who is in 'form of his life'? - how England players rated
BBC Sport assesses how England performed against Albania in the Three Lions' final World Cup qualifier.
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'Why we love football' - tears of joy as Republic of Ireland keep dream alive
Hat-trick hero Troy Parrott lets the tears flow after the Republic of Ireland stun Hungary to reach the World Cup play-offs.
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Israel pushes US to close door on Palestinian statehood before UNSC vote
Hardliners furious after US amends resolution to secure support of countries participating in Gaza stabilisation force.
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England level series with win over New Zealand
England beat New Zealand 61-58 in a breathless second Test to level the three-match series.
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England beat New Zealand to level netball series
England beat New Zealand in a closely contested affair on Sunday as the Vitality Roses drew level in their three-match Test series.
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Chelsea set new WSL unbeaten record in draw at Liverpool
Women's Super League title holders Chelsea drop points for just the third time this season after a 1-1 draw against Liverpool. Women's Super League title holders Chelsea drop points for just the t...
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Ella Baron on Labour’s new immigration policy – cartoon
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'There's the first OUTRAGEOUS moment!' | Alcaraz's spectacular forehand winner
Carlos Alcaraz produced a sensational forehand winner against Jannik Sinner in the opening stages of their final at the ATP Finals.
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Somalia confirms major data breach in electronic visa system
Officials launch probe days after breach emerged amid widespread concern and speculation over leaked data.
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Democracy in “question” as far right surges in Chilean election
“He [Kast] has declared himself an admirer of Donald Trump in the United States..."
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Sinner clinches ATP Finals title as Alcaraz toils with hamstring injury
Jannik Sinner saw off close rival Carlos Alcaraz to clinch the ATP Finals title with a 7-6 (7-4) 7-5 victory after the Spaniard struggled with a hamstring injury.
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How much of the AI data center boom will be powered by renewable energy?
According to a new report from the International Energy Agency, the world will spend $580 billion on data centers this year — $40 billion more than will be spent finding new oil supplies.
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Kane double secures perfect England World Cup qualifying record
A double from Harry Kane secured an unconvincing 2-0 win for England against Albania to ensure Thomas Tuchel's side remained unbeaten - without a goal conceded - to complete their World Cup qualify...
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From unknown teen to world number one - Littler's rise in his own words
Darts' new world number one Luke Littler talks BBC Sport through some of the most iconic pictures and moments from his career so far.
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Patten's partners make it dream week for him at ATP Finals
Great Britain's Henry Patten completes a life-changing visit to Turin by becoming an ATP Finals champion for the first time - a week after proposing to his girlfriend in the city.
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Ireland seal World Cup qualifying play-off with late winner vs Hungary
Troy Parrott dramatically completed his hat-trick by scoring a last-minute winner and securing Republic of Ireland a World Cup qualifying play-off spot following their thrilling 3-2 win against Hun...
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Republic of Ireland seal World Cup qualifying play-off with late winner vs Hungary
Troy Parrott dramatically completed his hat-trick by scoring a last-minute winner and securing Republic of Ireland a World Cup qualifying play-off spot following their thrilling 3-2 win against Hun...
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Skateboarding helps Gaza children with trauma amid ruins, adds rare joy
Children turn war-shattered ruins into makeshift skateparks as mental health crisis deepens.
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Littler: I'm best in the world, now bring on Humphries!
Luke Littler reacts after he reached the Grand Slam of Darts final following a win over Danny Noppert, becoming world number one in the process.
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Littler wins to secure world number one ranking
Luke Littler will become world number one for the first time after booking his place in the Grand Slam of Darts final in Wolverhampton.
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Highlights: Littler books Humphries final and becomes world No 1
Highlights of the Grand Slam of Darts semi-final clash between Luke Littler and Danny Noppert.
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LIVE: Nigeria vs DR Congo – CAF World Cup qualifiers playoff final
Follow the build-up, analysis, and live text commentary of the CAF playoffs final for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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The moment Littler becomes world No 1 for the first time
Luke Littler becomes the new world number one after beating Danny Noppert in the Grand Slam of Darts semi-final, booking a final clash with arch-rival Luke Humphries.
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India arrests Kashmir resident over deadly Delhi car blast
Authorities say the arrested man is the owner of the car that exploded near the Red Fort.
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine working on new prisoner exchange with Russia
Exchanges have been the only progress of any note in negotiations between the two countries in the nearly four-year war.
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Packers RB Jacobs suffers knee injury, ruled out
Packers running back Josh Jacobs left Sunday's game against the Giants with a knee injury in the first half and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
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Spurs rule Wembanyama out with calf tightness
The Spurs are being cautious with superstar center Victor Wembanyama, ruling him out for Sunday's game against the Kings due to left calf tightness.
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DP World Tour: Every result from historic 2025 season
Take a look at the results and winners from a historic 2025 DP World Tour season.
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Littler RAGES after crowd distraction in semi-final!
Luke Littler seemed frustrated as the Grand Slam of Darts crowd caused the world champion to pause during his attempt at a checkout.
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AP Week 12 poll reaction: What's next for each Top 25 team
A look at the new Top 25 after Week 12.
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Highlights: Humphries storms to thrilling win over Price to reach final
Highlights from the Grand Slam of Darts semi-final clash between Luke Humphries and Gerwyn Price.
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'It's a war now!' | Humphries throws down gauntlet to Littler!
Luke Humphries shares his thoughts after reaching the Grand Slam of Darts final following his 16-13 win over Gerwyn Price, throwing down the gauntlet to Luke Littler as the pair tussle to be world...
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Dawgs at No. 4 in AP poll; Sooners vault to No. 8
Georgia was No. 4 in the AP college football poll, while Oklahoma rose to No. 8. North Texas, ranked for the first time since 1959, is among three Group of Five teams in the Top 25.
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Taylor fourth as GB make their best World Cup start
Great Britain's Laurie Taylor finishes a career-best fourth and Dave Ryding seventh in the opening men's slalom race of the World Cup season.
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Fitzpatrick beats McIlroy in play-off thriller to win DP World Tour Championship!
Highlights of day four from the season-ending DP World Championship in Dubai, where Matt Fitzpatrick edged out Rory McIlroy in a dramatic finish.
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Lorde review – viscerally kinetic theatrics and euphoric abandon
AO Arena, Manchester The New Zealand alt-pop diva’s show has shades of Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense colliding with frenetic digital glitches and moments of crowd-pleasing intimacyLorde has been...
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50,000 fans cheer for Palestine at friendly football match in Spain
The Palestinian national football team played their first match in Europe in a generation against Basque Country.
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Climate crisis or a warning from God? Iranians desperate for answers as water dries up
As rainy season fails to bring relief, authorities try cloud seeding – while others across the country pray for a miracleWater, and its absence, has become Iran’s national obsession. In the mosques...
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Call for inquiry after families stripped of child benefit due to flawed travel data
Andrew Snowden MP says government ‘must immediate take action’ on failures of anti-fraud benefits crackdownCalls are being made for an urgent independent inquiry after thousands of families were st...
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‘I was scared’: parents reveal stress of HMRC’s child benefit errors
From incorrect repayment demands to mistaken claims about emigration or non-existent holidays, those caught up in anti-fraud debacle tell their storiesDemands to pay back thousands of pounds in chi...
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Trump trade negotiator hits out at EU delays in cutting tariffs and rules
Jamieson Greer warns bloc that trade remains a ‘flashpoint’ in advance of talks next week
ft.com
Chelsea set new WSL unbeaten record but drop points in Liverpool draw
Chelsea set a new Women’s Super League record by extending their unbeaten run to 34 matches, but dropped points against bottom side Liverpool with a 1-1 draw.
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'Super human' Bright sets new WSL appearance record
"She's never fed up of football," Sonia Bompastor tells Sky Sports, when asked to comment on Millie Bright's incredible longevity. "Every day seems like the first day."
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McIlroy finds the water as Fitzpatrick wins play-off in Dubai
Matt Fitzpatrick wins the DP World Tour Championship, while Rory McIlroy earns his seventh Race to Dubai title after dramatic final play-off.
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South Pacific nation of Tuvalu rebukes Trump’s ‘shameful disregard’ at Cop30
Minister from islands facing extinction is one of few delegates directly calling out Trump’s climate policiesOf all the representatives from 193 countries present at the crucial UN climate talks in...
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Clarke calls for fan support ahead of Denmark clash | 'We can do something special'
Scotland head coach Steve Clarke calls for the support of the fans ahead of their World Cup qualification clash against Denmark.
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What’s Grokipedia, Musk’s AI-powered rival to Wikipedia?
Grokipedia copies Wikipedia’s format, but loose fact-checking and weak citations leave many of its claims unreliable.
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Chile votes for new president in communist vs far-right contest
Elections pit governing leftist coalition against conservative challenger and will also redefine country's legislature.
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Video: Gen Z protests in Mexico fuelled by mayor’s murder
Gen Z protesters in Mexico are demanding an end to impunity for gang violence and calling for justice.
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16 Best Subscription Boxes for Kids (2025): STEM, Books, Clothes, Snacks
These monthly deliveries get kids coding and cooking while encouraging them to learn science and read about the world.
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'I have never seen England on a charge like this'
In his latest BBC Sport column, World Cup winner Matt Dawson discusses England's comeback against New Zealand, Ollie Lawrence's skillset and Henry Pollock's energy.
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Fitzpatrick wins in Dubai as McIlroy clinches seventh overall title
An emotional Rory McIlroy pays tribute to Seve Ballesteros after eclipsing the Spaniard by clinching his seventh Race to Dubai title, despite being beaten to the DP World Tour Championship by Matt...
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Angela Rayner condemns Labour infighting but does not rule out running for leader
Home secretary Shabana Mahmood calls past week of leadership speculation ‘deeply mortifying’Angela Rayner has condemned the “arrogant tittle-tattle” and Labour infighting dominating the past week i...
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Water AND bunker! McIlroy's nightmare play-off hole as Fitzpatrick claims win!
Matt Fitzpatrick claimed the DP World Tour Championship title after beating Rory McIlroy in a play-off hole.
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Jets' Boyd in critical condition after being shot
Jets cornerback Kris Boyd is hospitalized in critical condition after being shot in New York City.
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What will be the fallout from Ukraine’s worsening corruption scandal?
Several ministers have resigned in the wake of a $100m corruption investigation.
aljazeera.com
Spanish Armada-era astrolabe returns to Scilly after mysterious global journey
Navigation aid from 16th century was on seabed for centuries before being bought and sold in US and AustraliaIt spent hundreds of years languishing on the seabed off the Isles of Scilly in the far...
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McIlroy misses out on Dubai double as Fitzpatrick wins play-off thriller
Rory McIlroy secured the Race to Dubai for the fourth year running despite narrowly missing out to Matt Fitzpatrick in a thrilling finish to the DP World Tour Championship.
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Melanoma rates are spiking fast in these 15 Pennsylvania counties
Penn State scientists identified a striking rise in melanoma across several Pennsylvania counties dominated by cropland and herbicide use. The elevated risk persisted even after factoring in sunlig...
sciencedaily.com
Unbelievable! McIlroy sinks sensational eagle putt to send it to a play-off!
Rory McIlroy produced a sensational eagle putt to send the DP World Tour Championship to a play-off against Matt Fitzpatrick.
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AI creates the first 100-billion-star Milky Way simulation
Researchers combined deep learning with high-resolution physics to create the first Milky Way model that tracks over 100 billion stars individually. Their AI learned how gas behaves after supernova...
sciencedaily.com
His research on autism was compassionate – how could Hans Asperger have collaborated with the Nazis?
The Vienna-based ‘father of neurodiversity’ was ahead of his time in his work but was also implicated in the Third Reich’s crimes. My novel set out to explore these contradictionsIn 2015, I decided...
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Murder, drugs, brain tumours – and the first gay kiss: how Byker Grove redefined kids’ TV
The after-school TV series ran from 1989 to 2006, launched the careers of Ant and Dec and was like nothing else on TV. As ITVX streams every single episode, we look back at its highlightsVery quiet...
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Is there a dark side to gratitude?
Feeling thankful is increasingly touted as a cure-all, but sometimes there are reasons not to be gratefulThe word “gratitude” is everywhere these days. On mental health leaflets and in magazine col...
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Luke Littler crowned darts world No 1 after reaching Grand Slam final
Luke Littler's astonishing ascent to darts world No 1 is complete after he booked his place in the 2025 Grand Slam of Darts final.
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The Royal Ballet: Perspectives review – intimate seduction, pure dance and enduring beauty
Royal Opera House, LondonIn an engaging triple bill, a new work from Cathy Marston explores the emotional charge of Britten’s Violin Concerto, while works by Justin Peck and George Balanchine showc...
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Flooded and forgotten: the UK’s waters are rising and we’re being kept in the dark | John Harris
Rescue operations in Wales, submerged railway lines in Cornwall – why don’t we hear more about these devastating events?As autumn blurs into winter, the news is once again filling up with a familia...
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Scots 'can't let go' of World Cup chance - McGinn
Scotland "can't let go" of the opportunity they have to reach a first men's World Cup since 1998, says John McGinn.
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Microquasars emerge as the Milky Way’s most extreme particle engines
LHAASO has uncovered that micro-quasars, black holes feeding on companion stars, are powerful PeV particle accelerators. Their jets produce ultra-high-energy gamma rays and protons that exceed long...
sciencedaily.com
'Ultra confident, world-class ability' - Murray on Hansen
Former scrum-half Conor Murray says that Mack Hansen has "world-class ability" after his first-half hat-trick in Ireland's 46-19 win against Australia on Saturday.
bbc.com
Use Google Gemini and ChatGPT to Organize Your Life With Scheduled Actions
The AI's latest trick is following the schedule you set for it.
wired.com
Sources: NBA contacts Lakers in gambling probe
An independent law firm hired by the NBA has requested records from individuals and teams as part of the league's investigation into illegal gambling allegations.
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How Palestinian artists carry the New Visions spirit of resilience
The New Visions art movement energised a cultural boycott in the 1980s. Artists are still using it as inspiration today.
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Hewett loses Masters final to world number one Oda
Great Britain's Alfie Hewett loses 6-1 6-1 to Japan's world number one Tokito Oda in the men's singles final of the Wheelchair Masters in Huzhou, China.
bbc.com
Thousands march in Brazil town hosting COP30 for climate justice
Indigenous-led protest in Belem urges climate action, fossil fuel phase-out and justice for affected communities.
aljazeera.com
YouTuber Jack Doherty arrested in Miami on drug possession charges
The influencer, who has over 15 million subscribers on YouTube, is known for filming provocative videos involving pranks and stunts.
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Israel not to be “trusted” on Gaza ceasefire
“The Israelis find reasons to kill Palestinians … they continue to kill.”
aljazeera.com
Extreme-pressure experiment reveals a strange new ice phase
Researchers at KRISS observed water’s rapid freeze–melt cycles under ultrahigh pressure and discovered Ice XXI, the first new ice phase found in decades. Using advanced high-pressure tech and micro...
sciencedaily.com
Video: DRC and M23 sign peace agreement in Doha
Representatives from the gov't of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the M23 rebel group signed a peace agreement.
aljazeera.com
What one month of ceasefire in Gaza looks like
The ceasefire was meant to stop Israel’s war on Gaza. But it has only changed its pace.
aljazeera.com
Makhachev dominates Della Maddalena in UFC win
Islam Makhachev joins the elite list of two-weight champions by beating Jack Della Maddalena to become the new UFC welterweight champion.
bbc.com
US lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene blames Trump for threats after split
The former Trump ally accuses him of trying to intimidate Republicans before US House vote next week over Epstein files.
aljazeera.com
What to Know About Chile’s Election on Sunday
Preparations at a polling station in Santiago on Saturday ahead of Chile’s presidential election.
nytimes.com
UN Climate Summit in Brazil Brings Tourism and Change to Belém’s Ver-o-Peso Market
Vendors in the Ver-o-Peso market serving fish and açaí to customers at the newly renovated booths in the food sector in the city of Belém.
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When reality bites: the rapid rise and chaotic fall of Reform UK in Cornwall
Resignations, suspensions and infighting lead to party losing crown of highest number of seats in the county“I know whenever I come back here next,” Nigel Farage told a jubilant crowd of hundreds i...
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Marianne Jean-Baptiste: ‘I’d work for Mike Leigh again in a heartbeat – in fact, I’ll pay him!’
The actor moved to LA 22 years ago. Now she’s back in the UK to star alongside Bryan Cranston in All My Sons. She talks about the frightening rehearsal schedule, how she’d work again with Mike Leig...
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Scientists find a surprising link between lead and human evolution
Researchers found that ancient hominids—including early humans—were exposed to lead throughout childhood, leaving chemical traces in fossil teeth. Experiments suggest this exposure may have driven...
sciencedaily.com
Italy fighting to avoid another 'apocalyptic' World Cup failure
Four-time winners Italy are one of the most successful nations in World Cup history - but are in danger of missing the finals for the third successive time.
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‘I once said there’s no way I’ll still be playing Baggy Trousers at 30’: Suggs’s honest playlist
Prince Buster’s Al Capone changed the Madness singer’s life and Aretha Franklin is his go-to at karaoke, but what song makes him cry?The first song I fell in love with Judy Teen by Cockney Rebel....
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Week in Pictures: From river erosion in Bangladesh to protests in Mexico
A global roundup of some of last week’s events.
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Rory goes TOP after a birdie-birdie start to final day in Dubai
Rory McIlroy made the dream start to his final round at the DP World Tour Championship, birdieing both of his opening two holes in Dubai.
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McIlroy takes solo lead after birdie-birdie start to final day in Dubai
Rory McIlroy made the dream start to his final round at the DP World Tour Championship, birdieing both of his opening two holes in Dubai.
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Rory loses playoff to Fitzpatrick, wins Euro title
Rory McIlroy holed an eagle putt on No. 18 to force a playoff but lost out to Matt Fitzpatrick, who won the World Tour Championship for a third time
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In Skaggs court case, Angels' challenges mount
Contradictions and warning signs of employee's addiction seem to imperil team's case.
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Bristol to launch world-first ‘clean power hub’ for festivals and film crews
City council and regional authority collaborate to guarantee renewable mobile energy for next summer’s festival seasonArtists including Billie Eilish and Neil Young and festivals across the world h...
theguardian.com
Can methane cuts pull us back from the brink of climate breakdown?
With temperatures breaching the Paris limit, experts say tackling the powerful gas could buy crucial time as the clean-energy shift stallsCop30: click here for full Guardian coverage of the climate...
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2026 World Cup: Only a 15-goal loss to Turkey will keep Spain out
The race for the 2026 World Cup is drawing to a close. Here's how it's looking around the globe.
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Edwards suffers KO loss on night Makhachev becomes two-weight UFC champion
Islam Makhachev has become a two-division champion in the UFC after dominating Jack Della Maddalena to win the welterweight title in New York - on the night England's Leon Edwards fell to a third s...
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The oyster farmers battling climate change in Fiji’s troubled seas
As fishing traditions are threatened by storms and poachers, pearl oyster farms offer a lifeline to coastal communities.
aljazeera.com
The permutations as Wales target World Cup
Wales face North Macedonia in Cardiff on Tuesday to decide Group J's runners-up spot - this is how the result will affect Wales' World Cup qualifying hopes.
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‘Enormous evil’: Thousands rally in the Philippines over corruption scandal
Protests come amid widespread anger over billions of pesos spent on substandard flood control projects.
aljazeera.com
Benn beats Eubank but still wants to emulate father with WBC title win
Conor Benn will target a world title at welterweight after beating Chris Eubank Jr in their middleweight rematch.
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Giannis steps in to secure game ball for L.A. rookie
Noticing some postgame confusion at center court, Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo intervened by securing the game ball and handing it to the Lakers to present to rookie teammate Adou Thiero.
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Michael Jackson is moonwalking back, but after the Springsteen flop is the pop biopic still relevant?
Jackson’s songs are back on charts and biopic trailer racked up 116m views in 24 hours, yet there is a certain hesitation Michael Jackson’s voodoo classic Thriller was high on Billboard’s Hot 100 i...
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How Britain replaced the US as Russia’s villain of choice
London and Moscow’s rivalry stretches back to the imperial era, but the Ukraine war has brought relations to a new lowIn recent years, Britain has become the villain of choice in Moscow’s eyes. It...
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Reyna takes advantage of opportunity in return, as USMNT continues unbeaten run
Gio Reyna had a chance to redeem himself and make it to the USMNT's World Cup squad next year and he took full advantage in its 2-1 win against Paraguay.
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Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona, Bayern, Man United fight for Vlahovic
Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic has Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Atlético Madrid on his trail. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.
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Wall St reins in rate cut bets on inflation concerns
Market expectations of further easing in December have almost halved as a split among Fed officials appears to widen
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How Many People Die in India From Hot Weather? Nobody Really Knows.
Commuters drinking water from canisters placed near a bus stand during a heat wave in Rajasthan, India, in June.
nytimes.com
Foreign investors return to China’s stock market
DeepSeek AI breakthrough spurs biggest overseas inflows in four years
ft.com
A new spectre looms over democracy: prediction markets
They offer a troubling opportunity to manipulate public perceptions of the outcome of political events
ft.com
Renault and Nissan in talks over reviving alliance after leadership changes
New possibilities open up after exit of CEO Luca de Meo, who wanted to offload French group’s stake in the Japanese carmaker
ft.com
Dark matter acts surprisingly normal in a new cosmic test
Dark matter may be invisible, but scientists are getting closer to understanding whether it follows the same rules as everything we can see. By comparing how galaxies move through cosmic gravity we...
sciencedaily.com
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,361
Here are the key events from day 1,361 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Chimps shock scientists by changing their minds with new evidence
Chimps may revise their beliefs in surprisingly human-like ways. Experiments showed they switched choices when presented with stronger clues, demonstrating flexible reasoning. Computational modelin...
sciencedaily.com
Thousands rally in N Macedonia ahead of trial over deadly nightclub fire
Protesters demand justice over the nightclub fire that killed 63 people in the town of Kocani in March.
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Are Scotland threatening to turn glorious failure on its head?
After years of admirable misery, are Scotland destined for the World Cup after riding their luck in their qualification campaign?
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Nine injured after car rams into crowd at Australia demolition derby
The car was taking part in the race in New South Wales when it drove through a fence and hit the grandstand, police said.
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The SEC offered a dose of playoff football in Week 12
Nothing came easily in the SEC on a Saturday that had so much unexpected drama.
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Kiffin on Gators rumors after win: 'I love' Ole Miss
Amidst rumors Lane Kiffin is the top candidate for the Gators' open head coaching job, the Ole Miss coach said he "loves" being with the Rebels after their comeback win.
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NASA, European Partners Set to Launch Sentinel-6B Earth Satellite
Set to track sea levels across more than 90% of Earth’s ocean, the mission must first get into orbit. Here’s what to expect. Sentinel-6B, an ocean-tracking satellite jointly developed b...
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Nature not a blocker to housing growth, inquiry finds
Commons committee report challenges ‘lazy narrative’ used by ministers that scapegoats wildlife and the environmentNature is not a blocker to housing growth, an inquiry by MPs has found, in direct...
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One Shot With Ed Sheeran review – well-planned spontaneity from all-smiling singer
Philip Barantini’s single-take special follows the star mooching around Manhattan, guitar ever ready for ad hoc turns, ahead of his evening showEd Sheeran floats through New York on a cloud of his...