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South Korean court hikes ex-president's sentence for obstructing justice
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King Charles to stress UK-US cultural, trade ties in New York
King Charles III will use a trip to New York on Wednesday to showcase cultural and economic ties between Britain and the United States at a time when the "special relationship" is under strain.
Health
US judge orders Purdue Pharma to pay billions ahead of bankruptcy
A US federal judge on Tuesday sentenced OxyContin-maker Purdue Pharma to pay billions of dollars over its role in the opioid crisis, ahead of upcoming bankruptcy proceedings and its dissolution.
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Teen Blades Brown shoots 60 to share PGA La Quinta lead with Scheffler
Teenager Blades Brown fired a spectacular 12-under par 60 to join world number one Scottie Scheffler atop the leaderboard early in the second round of the PGA Tour American Express in La Quinta, California, on Friday.
Sports
FBI probes death of Colts owner Jim Irsay
The FBI has launched an investigation into the death of Jim Irsay, the 65-year-old owner of the Indianapolis Colts NFL team who struggled with addiction and died in May at a Beverly Hills hotel.
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Barcola's winner sends PSG top despite lack of 'confidence'
Coach Luis Enrique said that Paris Saint-Germain lacked confidence despite Bradley Barcola's deft chipped finish sending the champions back to the top of Ligue 1 with a 1-0 win away to Auxerre on Friday.
Sports
Inter fight back to thrash Pisa and extend Serie A lead to six points
Inter Milan roared back from two goals down to hammer promoted Pisa 6-2 on Friday and move six points clear at the top of Serie A.
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Defiant protests over US immigration crackdown, child's detention
Thousands braved icy conditions on Friday to protest the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Minneapolis and businesses closed their doors amid anger over the detention of a five-year-old migrant boy.
Culture
Robbie Williams tops Beatles for most number one albums in UK
Pop superstar Robbie Williams has surpassed the Beatles as the artist with the most number one albums in the history of the British charts, sales trackers said Friday.
Health
Final report casts doubt on existence of Canada mystery brain illness
A Canadian medical report published Friday found no evidence linking environmental factors to an unusual set of neurological symptoms affecting hundreds of people, a five-year saga that has shaken a small Atlantic province.
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Fury grows over five-year-old's detention in US immigration crackdown
US federal officials struggled Friday to quell growing outrage over the detention of a five-year-old boy in a massive immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, as businesses in the city shut down in protest at the ongoing raids.
Culture
TikTok in the US goes American, but questions remain
After a long legal saga, TikTok has established a majority American-owned joint venture to operate its US business, deflecting the threat of a ban over its Chinese ownership.
Sports
Suryakumar, Kishan star as India thrash New Zealand in second T20
Blistering knocks by skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan led India to a crushing seven-wicket win over New Zealand on Friday, giving them a 2-0 lead in the five-match T20 series.
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Spanish prosecutors dismiss sex abuse case against Julio Iglesias
Spanish prosecutors on Friday shelved a sex abuse and human trafficking complaint against veteran singer Julio Iglesias, saying Spain's courts had no jurisdiction in the case.
Sports
Arteta tells Nwaneri to 'swim with sharks' on Marseille loan move
Mikel Arteta said Ethan Nwaneri's loan move to Marseille on Friday will be the making of the 18-year-old.
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Ex-Canadian Olympian turned drug lord arrested: FBI chief
Ryan Wedding, a Canadian former Olympic snowboarder turned alleged drug kingpin, has been arrested in Mexico and is being brought to the United States to face cocaine trafficking and murder charges, FBI chief Kash Patel announced Friday.
Sports
Palmer 'happy' at Chelsea despite homesick speculation: Rosenior
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior said Cole Palmer remains "very happy" at the club despite reports the 23-year-old is homesick in London.
Sports
Ferrari unveil 2026 car with Hamilton ready for 'massive challenge'
Lewis Hamilton is braced for the "massive challenge" of adapting to the seismic change in technical regulations facing the 2026 Formula One grid as Ferrari unveiled their new car on Friday.
Sports
Welsh full-back Williams retires from international rugby
Former Wales and British and Ireland Lions wing Liam Williams announced on Friday that he has retired from international rugby.
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Ex-Canadian Olympian turned drug lord arrested: US media
Ryan Wedding, a Canadian former Olympic snowboarder turned alleged drug kingpin, has been taken into custody, US media reported on Friday.
Sports
Carrick keen for Man Utd to build around 'quality' Mainoo
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick believes Kobbie Mainoo has the quality and character to become a key player for the club after a frustrating spell during Ruben Amorim's reign.
Sports
Reed seizes halfway lead at Dubai Desert Classic
Former Masters champion Patrick Reed powered into a one-shot lead at the halfway stage of the Dubai Desert Classic on Friday with a bogey-free 66.
Nature
Sarajevo reels under 'extreme' pollution, alert issued
Sarajevo had the worst air quality of any major city in the world for a second straight day Friday, data showed, as Bosnian authorities issued an alert for the choked capital.
Sports
Williams to miss opening F1 test due to car delays
Williams' preparations for the 2026 Formula One season have been dealt a significant blow after conceding defeat in having their car ready for next week's first testing session in Barcelona.
Sports
Ski chief confident of Olympic preparations
Snow production has hit all targets but preparations for next month's Winter Olympics look set to be finalised "at the very last minute", according to the president of the International Ski Federation (FIS).
Sports
Man City chasing 'world's best' in Arsenal, says Guardiola
Pep Guardiola said Manchester City are tasked with chasing down the best team in the world in Premier League leaders Arsenal as he launched a defiant defence of his players after a chastening week.
Culture
UK woman felt 'violated, assaulted' by deepfake Grok images
British academic Daisy Dixon felt "violated" after the Grok chatbot on Elon Musk's X social media platform allowed users to generate sexualised images of her in a bikini or lingerie.
Sports
McCall to step down after 15 years as director of rugby at Saracens
Mark McCall, one of the most successful coaches in English rugby, is to step down as director of rugby at Saracens at the end of the season, the English Prem club announced on Friday.
Sports
Odermatt retains Kitzbuehel super-G in Olympic broadside
World champion Marco Odermatt underlined his credentials as a firm favourite for Olympic gold next month by scorching to victory in the World Cup super-G at Kitzbuehel on Friday.
Sports
Fisilau among new faces in England Six Nations squad
England coach Steve Borthwick named Greg Fisilau among three uncapped players for his Six Nations squad on Friday, but there was no place for former captain Owen Farrell or teenage wing Noah Caluori.
Sports
Liverpool on the up as new signings hit form, says Slot
Liverpool boss Arne Slot believes the Reds will only get better in the years to come as a huge outlay on young talent in the transfer market begins to bear fruit.
Culture
Stars turn out for Valentino's funeral in Rome
Anne Hathaway and Donatella Versace were among the stars who attended the funeral Friday of legendary Italian designer Valentino Garavani, with some mourners wearing touches of his trademark red in tribute.
Sports
Gauff hopes to copy 'insane' Osaka fashion statement, but not yet
Coco Gauff on Friday called Naomi Osaka's jellyfish-inspired Australian Open outfit "cool" and "insane" -- but isn't ready to make her own bold fashion statement just yet.
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Australian Open to start earlier Saturday over forecast 40C heat
Temperatures of 40C are forecast to roast the Australian Open on Saturday, forcing a change of schedule and warnings for fans.
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Alcaraz warns he's getting 'better and better' at Australian Open
An ominous Carlos Alcaraz warned he was getting "better and better" after sweeping into the Australian Open last 16 on Friday.
Sports
Teenager Jovic dumps seventh seed Paolini out of Australian Open
Teenager Iva Jovic sent two-time Grand Slam finalist Jasmine Paolini crashing out of the Australian Open on Friday with the seventh seed the biggest scalp of the young American's burgeoning career.
'He must hate me': Medvedev renews Tien rivalry at Australian Open
Three-time finalist Daniil Medvedev renews his rivalry with up-and-coming Learner Tien in the Australian Open last 16, saying Friday: "I don't like to play him, but he must hate to play me as well."
Culture
'Navalny' director hits right notes in Sundance fiction debut
Academy Award-winning documentary director Daniel Roher was back at Sundance on Thursday for the film festival's opening day, showcasing a sharp turn in his work.
Sports
Putintseva sings rabbit song to shut out 'disrespectful' fans
Yulia Putintseva hit out Friday at "disrespectful" fans during her Australian Open clash with Turkey's Zeynep Sonmez and said she only kept her cool by singing a song about rabbits.
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Gauff fights back after wobble to reach Australian Open last 16
Coco Gauff survived a scare as she recovered from early serving problems and being a set down against fellow American Hailey Baptiste to reach the Australian Open last 16 on Friday.
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Ryan backs La Rochelle 'to get over hump' of Champions Cup exit
La Rochelle assistant coach Donnacha Ryan has challenged his side to bounce back from their Champions Cup elimination in Sunday's French Top 14 trip to Clermont.
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Vinicius revival can help Arbeloa's Real Madrid lift-off
Real Madrid roared back to life this week, led by a superb Vinicius Junior, who is looking to confirm his own resuscitation and that of his team at Villarreal on Saturday in La Liga.