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Carse dropped from England squad after nightclub incident
Brydon Carse has been withdrawn from the second Test against Pakistan, while an incident outside a nightclub is investigated by the Cricket Regulator, in the latest off-field setback for England.
Empire State Building climbers kiss outside court after viral proposal
A couple who climbed to the top of the Empire State Building and got engaged appeared in a New York court Monday, before giving each other a lingering kiss in full view of the world's media.
Belgian pie-thrower, scourge of celebrities, dies at 80
Belgian comedian Noel Godin, who made a name throwing custard pies at celebrities from French film legend Jean-Luc Godard to tech titan Bill Gates, has died at the age of 80, his partner told AFP Monday.
Eto'o urges support for embattled FIFA president Infantino
Former Cameroon star Samuel Eto'o has thrown his support behind beleaguered FIFA president Gianni Infantino, saying he "hasn't done anything wrong" despite facing mounting pressure to step down over a controversial World Cup sell-off plan.
India in driver's seat in second Sri Lanka Test
India took control on the second day of the second Test against Sri Lanka on Monday, posting 503-9 declared before claiming two quick wickets to leave the hosts reeling at 8–2.
Despair and anger in Conakry after deadly landfill collapse
Abou Hamza, an outraged resident of the Dar es Salam neighbourhood of Conakry where a landfill collapse killed 30 people over the weekend, said that locals had tried to warn Guinea's authorities about the danger.
Liverpool must improve on 'unacceptable' season, says Van Dijk
Virgil van Dijk said Liverpool "need to show a reaction" from a bitterly disappointing season that cost Arne Slot his job as manager, but called for patience with new boss Andoni Iraola.
India declare on 503-9 after Jurel hundred
Dhruv Jurel's second Test hundred helped India reach 503-9 before declaring their first innings in the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Monday.
Springboks change half-backs for second All Blacks Test
South Africa have changed their half-backs for the second Test against New Zealand on Saturday in Cape Town, promoting experienced duo Handre Pollard and Cobus Reinach.
Jurel hits 95 not out as India reach 475-8 at tea in Sri Lanka Test
Dhruv Jurel hit an unbeaten 95 as India reached 475-8 at tea on the second day of the second Test against Sri Lanka before rain stopped play on Monday.
Ingebrigtsen buoyed by fourth in Diamond League comeback
Jakob Ingebrigtsen's return to Diamond League action resulted in a fourth-placed finish in a loaded 1,500m, but the Norwegian was left satisfied with the result.
Kenyans get creative to join manga cosplay craze
Cosplay has taken hold in Kenya, where fans must often get creative to dress up as their fantasy heroes.
Pant, Jurel half-centuries take India past 400 in Sri Lanka Test
Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel hit unbeaten half-centuries as India reached 419-6 at lunch on the second day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Monday.
UEFA's Ceferin tells Infantino to go, but 'not interested' in replacing him
UEFA chief Aleksander Ceferin says he is "not interested" in replacing Gianni Infantino but warned the under-fire FIFA president must quit or face a leadership challenge.
Yamashita marches to nine-shot win in LPGA Canadian Women's Open
Miyu Yamashita fired a four-under-par 66 to polish off a wire-to-wire victory in the LPGA Canadian Women's Open on Sunday, beating fellow Japanese player Yuri Yoshida by nine strokes.
Key facts about Chinese-founded fast-fashion giant Shein
Shein, the Chinese-founded retailer that harnessed social media to chart a meteoric rise in the global fast-fashion industry, will debut on the Hong Kong stock exchange next month in a long-awaited listing that values the group at close to US$27 billion.
Gauff powers past Pegula to win US Open warm-up in Cincinnati
Coco Gauff made a statement Sunday with the US Open approaching, dominating Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-4 to win her first title of 2026 at the WTA 1000 in Cincinnati.
Shein to make market debut in Hong Kong in September
Shein will debut on the Hong Kong stock exchange on September 1, the fast-fashion retailer said on Monday, in a long-awaited listing that would value the group at close to US$27 billion.
Japan's Olympic figure skating heroes to wed
Japan's Olympic figure skating pairs champions Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara announced their engagement on Sunday.
Fils tops Tiafoe to claim first ATP Masters title in Cincinnati
Arthur Fils surged past Frances Tiafoe 6-3, 1-6, 6-0 to win his first ATP Masters 1000 title in Cincinnati on Sunday.
Cummins eyes ODI return ahead of 'big' South Africa Test series
Skipper Pat Cummins said he "can't wait" to play in Australia's first Test series in South Africa since the infamous "Sandpapergate" affair and he intends to use one-day games beforehand to prepare.
Gauff powers past Pegula to win Cincinnati WTA 1000 crown
Coco Gauff made a statement with the US Open approaching, dominating Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-4 to win her first title of 2026 at the WTA 1000 in Cincinnati.
Rookie La Sasso wins LIV season-ender as tour's future in doubt
Rookie Michael La Sasso pipped Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau to win LIV Golf's season-ending Indianapolis event Sunday, as the breakaway series is plunged into a deeply uncertain future.
Fils tops Tiafoe to claim first ATP Masters title in Cincinnati bb/amz
Arthur Fils surged past Frances Tiafoe 6-3, 1-6, 6-0 to win his first ATP Masters 1000 title in Cincinnati on Sunday.
Clark fends off McIlroy to win BMW Championship
A nervy Wyndham Clark birdied the final three holes to dramatically win the BMW Championship on Sunday, having earlier surrendered his five-stroke lead to Rory McIlroy.
Liga holders Barcelona crush Elche, Atletico salvage Villarreal draw
Spanish champions Barcelona cruised to a 5-0 win over Elche on Sunday in their La Liga opener with Raphinha and Fermin Lopez scoring twice each and Anthony Gordon setting up two goals on his debut.
Raphinha, Lopez hit braces as Barcelona trounce Elche
Spanish champions Barcelona cruised to a 5-0 win over Elche on Sunday in their La Liga opener with Raphinha and Fermin Lopez scoring twice each and Anthony Gordon setting up two goals on his debut.
Spain's World Cup hero Torres saves PSG's blushes at Rennes
Spain's World Cup winner Ferran Torres scored twice to claim a draw for Paris Saint-Germain as they started the defence of their French Ligue 1 title with a 2-2 draw at Rennes.
Swiss forward Embolo joins Atlanta United
Swiss striker Breel Embolo has signed for Atlanta United, the Major League Soccer club announced Sunday, in a deal reportedly worth $18 million.
Jamieson gets Trump call after ending 14-year golf title drought
Scott Jamieson ended his 14-year wait for a European tour title on Sunday and then promptly found himself taking a phone call from Donald Trump.
Former cricket captains appeal to Pakistan over Khan health care
A group of 21 former international cricket captains, including India's Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev, signed a letter to Pakistan's government Sunday regarding the health care of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan.
Norwegian King Harald's health has 'deteriorated': palace
The health of Norway's 89-year-old King Harald V, in hospital due to complications from a blood condition, has "deteriorated" over the weekend, a statement from the palace said Sunday.