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Iranians protest again despite fears of even bloodier crackdown
Iranians staged a 12th straight night of women-led protests on Tuesday over the death of Mahsa Amini, despite fears an internet blackout will see security forces intensify a bloody crackdown.
Brazilian stars add sparkle to election campaign
In bright-red, body-hugging tights with a Workers' Party logo on the rear, Brazilian pop star Anitta seductively caresses a dance pole and urges her 60 million Instagram followers to vote for Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
Ex-Nigeria and Chelsea star John Obi Mikel retires
Former Nigeria and Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel announced his retirement after a long and decorated career on Tuesday, saying "all good things must come to an end".
Saudi Arabia's crown prince named prime minister
Saudi Arabia's powerful crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, has been named prime minister, a post traditionally held by the king, in a government shuffle announced Tuesday.
Former Man City midfielder Delph retires
Former Manchester City and England midfielder Fabian Delph announced his retirement on Tuesday.
Prince William makes first visit to Wales since inheriting new title
Britain's heir to the throne, William, and his wife, Catherine, on Tuesday made their first visit to Wales since becoming the new Prince and Princess of Wales.
Hurricane Ian leaves western Cuba battered, takes aim for Florida
The powerful Category 3 Hurricane Ian battered western Cuba on Tuesday causing significant damage and prompting mass evacuations, with the storm expected to strengthen as it heads north towards the US state of Florida.
Vingegaard in first race since Tour de France triumph
Tour de France winner Jonas Vingegaard was back in the saddle and back in the mix on Tuesday, finishing with the main pack on the first stage of the six-day Tour of Croatia.
Spain court orders Shakira to stand trial for tax fraud
A Spanish court has ordered Colombian music superstar Shakira to stand trial on charges of tax fraud to the tune of 14 million euros, with prosecutors seeking an eight-year sentence, filings showed Tuesday.
F1 to double number of sprints to six in 2023
Formula One will stage six sprint races in 2023, double the number of the format that has proved a popular addition to grand prix weekends in the past two seasons.
UK's Liverpool or Glasgow to host next Eurovision
The UK announced Tuesday that the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest would be held in either Liverpool or Glasgow, after Britain was chosen to stand in as host country due to the war in Ukraine.
Fifth man held over attack on French football star Hamraoui
A fifth man has been taken into police custody following the brutal attack on French footballer Kheira Hamraoui, the prosecutor's office told AFP on Tuesday.
Son's header gives South Korea win over Cameroon in World Cup warm-up
Son Heung-min scored for the second straight match on Tuesday to give South Korea a 1-0 home victory over Cameroon in their latest World Cup tune-up.
Puerto Rico make women's World Cup quarters, USA to face Serbia
Favourites the United States will face Serbia in the women's basketball World Cup quarter-finals after hitting three figures for the second straight match Tuesday, while Puerto Rico take on Canada after making the knockouts for the first time.
William makes first visit to Wales since inheriting new title
Britain's heir to the throne, William, and his wife, Catherine, on Tuesday made their first visit to Wales since becoming the new Prince and Princess of Wales.
Mass evacuations in Vietnam ahead of Super Typhoon Noru
More than 200,000 people in Vietnam took refuge in shelters Tuesday as Super Typhoon Noru barrelled towards its central coast, with forecasters predicting the storm would be one of the biggest to hit the country.
Son's header lifts South Korea past Cameroon
Son Heung-min scored for the second straight match on Tuesday to lead South Korea to a 1-0 victory over Cameroon in their latest World Cup tune-up.
Brazil midfielder Allan leaves Everton for Al Wahda
Brazil midfielder Allan left Everton to join Abu Dhabi-based side Al Wahda for an undisclosed fee on Tuesday.
Bellerin calf issue adds to Barca injury worries
Barcelona's injury problems worsened after defender Hector Bellerin suffered a calf problem in training on Tuesday.
Sabotage suspected after leaks in Russia-Europe gas pipelines
The two Nord Stream gas pipelines linking Russia and Europe have been hit by unexplained leaks, Scandinavian authorities said Tuesday, raising suspicions of sabotage.
Extreme piercing cleanses souls at Thai vegetarian festival
Taoist devotees had body parts pierced with objects ranging from skewers and swords to a model ship on Tuesday as Thailand's Vegetarian Festival returned from a two-year pandemic hiatus.
Bellingham gives England cause for hope at World Cup
England will head to the World Cup on a six game winless streak, their longest going into a major tournament, but lifted by the eye-catching performance of Jude Bellingham against Germany.
Spanish court orders Shakira to stand trial in tax fraud case
A Spanish court has ordered Colombian music superstar Shakira to stand trial in a tax fraud case at a date yet to be determined, court documents showed on Tuesday.
Chinese driver Zhou extends contract with Alfa Romeo into 2023
Chinese driver Zhou Guanyu has extended his contract with Alfa Romeo until the end of 2023, the Formula One team announced on Tuesday before this weekend's Singapore Grand Prix.
Kazakhstan set to host MotoGP race in 2023
Kazakhstan will join the MotoGP calendar in 2023, promoters Dorna announced on Tuesday, as the premier category of the motorcycle world championship arrives in Central Asia for the first time.
Sabotage suspected after Nord Stream pipeline leaks
The two Nord Stream gas pipelines linking Russia and Europe have been hit by unexplained leaks, Scandinavian authorities said Tuesday, raising suspicions of sabotage.
Montpellier centre Vincent sidelined for 'several months' with knee injury
France international rugby centre Arthur Vincent will be sidelined for 'several months' after aggravating a left knee injury on his return to Top 14 action with French champions Montpellier.
Russia shuns Oscars as Ukraine standoff hits arts
Russia has decided not to put forward a film to compete in the Oscars this year, as Moscow's deteriorating ties with the West over Ukraine have hit arts and culture.
'Frustrated' Mali basketball duo sorry for World Cup fight
Two Mali players apologised on Tuesday after they fought each other at the women's basketball World Cup, with governing body FIBA opening an investigation into the incident.
Nepal seeks Interpol's help to find fugitive cricket star
Nepali police have sought help from Interpol to locate the country's fugitive suspended national cricket captain, they said Tuesday.
Rare protest in China tech hub over Covid lockdown
Dozens of people have taken part in a rare protest in the southern Chinese tech hub of Shenzhen, social media footage shows, after officials announced a snap lockdown over a handful of Covid cases.
Matsuyama to defend Zozo Championship in Japan
World number 18 Hideki Matsuyama said Tuesday that he will defend his Zozo Championship crown at his home US PGA Tour event in Japan next month.