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Mbappe whistled as Real Madrid beat Oviedo
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe was whistled by fans at the Santiago Bernabeu in his team's 2-0 win over Real Oviedo on Thursday in La Liga.
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Harry and Meghan to produce Afghan war film: Netflix
Britain's Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, are developing a film adaptation of a best-selling memoir about a British military mission in Afghanistan, Netflix said Thursday.
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Belgium probes drone sightings after flights halted overnight
Belgian authorities on Wednesday investigated drone sightings that halted air traffic overnight at several airports, as flights resumed after hundreds of passengers were left stranded.
Nature
Five things to know about 'forest COP' host city Belem
The eyes of the world are on Belem, a gateway city to the Brazilian Amazon playing host to what has been dubbed the "Forest COP" climate conference starting Monday.
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Engine fell off US cargo plane before deadly crash: officials
The death toll from a cargo plane crash in the southern US state of Kentucky rose to 11 on Wednesday, with investigators saying the accident was caused by one of the engines catching fire and detaching during takeoff.
Culture
Meghan Markle set for big screen return: reports
Prince Harry's wife Meghan Markle is to make her return to the big screen, media reported Wednesday, with a small cameo role in a film being shot around Los Angeles.
Nature
Japan deploys troops after wave of deadly bear attacks
Japan began deploying soldiers on Wednesday to a northern region hit by a spate of deadly bear attacks, which have risen to record levels this year.
Sports
FIFA announce new peace prize to be awarded at World Cup draw in Washington
FIFA has created a new annual award called the FIFA Peace Prize to be awarded for the first time during the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, world soccer's governing body said Wednesday.
Sports
Australia's Cummins hints at return for second Ashes Test
Injured Australia captain Pat Cummins hinted on Thursday at a comeback for the second Ashes Test, a day after the side unveiled its squad ahead of this month's opener.
Sports
Man City win as Inter stay perfect, Barca held in Champions League
Manchester City eased to a 4-1 win over Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday to stay unbeaten in the Champions League and Inter Milan kept up their perfect start, while Barcelona salvaged a point at Club Brugge.
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French superstar DJ Snake wants new album to 'build bridges'
With his upcoming album "Nomad" released on Friday, French luminary DJ Snake said he aimed to "build bridges" between musical genres with an eclectic array of guest stars and influences.
Sports
Barca rescue draw at Club Brugge in six-goal thriller
Spanish giants Barcelona needed to come from behind three times to earn a 3-3 draw at Club Brugge in the Champions League on Wednesday.
Sports
Foden hits top form as Man City thrash Dortmund
Phil Foden struck twice and Erling Haaland netted against his former club as Manchester City beat Borussia Dortmund 4-1 to climb to fourth in the Champions League table on Wednesday.
Sports
NBA officials brief Congress committee over gambling probe
NBA officials met with a United States congressional committee on Wednesday regarding a gambling and sports betting investigation that included arrests for Miami's Terry Rozier and ex-Portland coach Chauncey Billups, according to multiple reports.
Sports
Inter beat Kairat Almaty to maintain Champions League perfection
Inter Milan maintained their perfect record in this season's Champions League with a 2-1 win over spirited minnows Kairat Almaty at the San Siro on Wednesday.
Sports
Newcastle sink Bilbao to extend Champions League winning run
Newcastle secured a third successive Champions League win as Dan Burn's thunderous header inspired a cathartic 2-0 victory against Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday.
Sports
LPGA, European tour partner with Saudis for new Vegas event
The LPGA and Ladies European Tour will co-sanction a new event in partnership with Golf Saudi to be staged next year in Las Vegas, the LPGA announced on Wednesday.
Sports
Jazz lose Kessler for season with shoulder injury
Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler will miss the remainder of the NBA season to recover from surgery on a torn left shoulder labrum, the club announced on Wednesday.
Sports
League scoring leader Messi among MLS Best XI squad
Lionel Messi, the leading goal scorer in MLS this season, was among players named to the league's Best XI squad on Wednesday, a lineup including six first-time honorees.
Sports
MLS bans Suarez for Miami's winner-take-all playoff match
Inter Miami forward Luis Suarez will be suspended for Saturday's MLS winner-take-all playoff match against Nashville after kicking an opponent in last weekend's loss to the same team.
Sports
McIlroy appreciates PGA of America apology for Ryder Cup abuse
Rory McIlroy said PGA of America chief executive Derek Sprague sent him a personal apology for the abuse the Northern Irishman and his wife suffered during Europe's Ryder Cup victory.
Sports
Garnacho equaliser saves Chelsea in Qarabag draw
Alejandro Garnacho spared Chelsea's blushes as the Argentine's equaliser rescued a 2-2 draw against Qarabag in the Champions League on Wednesday.
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Promotions lift McDonald's sales in tricky consumer market
Fast-food giant McDonald's scored solid sales growth Wednesday following promotions to attract struggling consumers, with company shares rising despite profits missing expectations.
Sports
Anisimova beats Swiatek to reach WTA Finals last four
Amanda Anisimova pulled off a stellar comeback on Wednesday to get the better of Iga Swiatek 6-7 (3/7), 6-4, 6-2 and book her spot in the last four of the WTA Finals in Riyadh.
Sports
AC Milan post third straight annual profit on day of San Siro purchase
AC Milan posted on Wednesday a profit of three million euros ($3.4 million) for the 2024/25 season, on the day they completed the acquisition of the San Siro stadium alongside local rivals Inter Milan.
Culture
Star designer Rousteing quits fashion group Balmain
Star designer Olivier Rousteing announced Wednesday he was quitting as artistic director of French fashion house Balmain after 14 years in which he revolutionised the luxury group.
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Mexico's Sheinbaum steps up cartel fight after murder of anti-narco mayor
The cold-blooded murder of a crusading Mexican mayor, who hunted drug traffickers from a helicopter, has put pressure on President Claudia Sheinbaum to step up her fight against the country's notorious cartels.
Sports
Key PSG trio set for spell on sidelines
Paris Saint-Germain are set to be without Ousmane Dembele, Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes for several weeks after the trio sustained injuries in Tuesday's Champions League loss to Bayern Munich.
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'Hostage diplomacy': longstanding Iran tactic presenting dilemma for West
Iran since the Islamic revolution has employed the tactic of arresting Westerners in a bid to extract concessions from its foes, in a strategy of "hostage diplomacy" that has long presented Europe and the United States with a dilemma, observers say.
Sports
Rybakina stays perfect at WTA Finals with win over alternate Alexandrova
Elena Rybakina maintained her undefeated record at the WTA Finals with a 6-4, 6-4 victory over Russian alternate Ekaterina Alexandrova in Riyadh on Wednesday.
Sports
Le Garrec welcomes Dupont help in training for Springboks showdown
France scrum-half Nolann Le Garrec said on Wednesday said he was grateful for the presence of injured superstar Antoine Dupont in training before this weekend's game with South Africa.
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At least 9 dead after cargo plane crashes near Louisville airport
The death toll from a UPS cargo plane crashing in Louisville has risen to nine with more fatalities feared, Kentucky's governor said Wednesday, as search efforts continued and the airport resumed flights.
Sports
Inter and AC Milan complete purchase of San Siro
Inter Milan and AC Milan moved one step closer to a new stadium of their own on Wednesday after completing the purchase of the iconic San Siro, which is set for demolition.
Sports
Keys withdraws from WTA Finals with illness
Madison Keys has withdrawn from her WTA Finals clash against Elena Rybakina on Wednesday due to a viral illness and has been replaced in the draw by Ekaterina Alexandrova.
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Prince Harry says proud to be British despite new life in US
The California-based Prince Harry on Wednesday called on people not to forget military veterans, as he expressed his enduring pride at being British.
Sports
West Indies edge New Zealand despite Santner brilliance
A brilliant bowling performance secured the West Indies an unlikely seven-run victory in the first T20 against New Zealand on Wednesday, despite a stunning solo effort from Mitchell Santner.
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French pair released by Iran await return home
A French pair released by Iran after over three years in prison on espionage charges their families vehemently denied were on Wednesday awaiting permission to be allowed to return to France and end their ordeal.
Nature
Death toll tops 100 as Philippines digs out after typhoon
The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi in the central Philippines climbed past 100 on Wednesday as the devastating impact on Cebu province became clearer after the worst flooding in recent memory.
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Champagne and cheers across New York as Mamdani soars to victory
Donald Trump had decisively won the US presidential election last November and very few people outside New York's leftist circles knew Zohran Mamdani, who had just declared his longshot mayoral candidacy.
Sports
South Africa's Wiese wary of 'hurt' France before re-match
South Africa back-rower Jasper Wiese said he is wary of a "hurt" France eyeing revenge in this Saturday's Autumn Nations Series game in Paris.
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Beyond limits: Croatian freediver's breathtaking record
For almost 30 minutes, Vitomir Maricic didn't take a breath. Face down in a pool, surrounded by anxious onlookers, the Croatian freediver fought spasming pain to redefine what doctors thought was possible.