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French journalist killed during Russian bombardment in Ukraine
A French journalist was killed Monday during a Russian bombardment that struck a vehicle evacuating civilians from eastern Ukraine, French and Ukrainian officials said.
Todd Boehly's consortium complete Chelsea takeover
Chelsea's new owner Todd Boehly promised to build on the team's "remarkable history of success" after the American completed his takeover of the Premier League club on Monday.
Teenager Rune shocks Tsitsipas to make French Open quarter-finals
Teenager Holger Rune became the first Danish man to reach the French Open quarter-finals on Monday when he shocked world number four and 2021 runner-up Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Statuette of architect among new cache of ancient Egyptian artifacts
Egypt on Monday unveiled a cache of sarcophagi and bronze statuettes -- including one of pioneering architect Imhotep -- at the Saqqara archaeological site south of Cairo.
Bairstow ready for England's 'new journey'
Jonny Bairstow is relishing the start of England's "new journey" against New Zealand at Lord's this week.
'No regrets' as Allyson Felix gets ready to retire
US athletics great Allyson Felix said Monday she had "no regrets" about her medal-studded sports career which she expects to wind up after this season.
Lewandowski says 'my Bayern story has come to an end'
Robert Lewandowski said Monday that his time with Bayern Munich was over, without specifying his future plans, amid reports that Barcelona have made him an offer.
Covid-hit Archbishop of Canterbury to miss queen's service
The Archbishop of Canterbury said Monday he would miss a national service of thanksgiving for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee after testing positive for Covid.
Killer whale stranded in France's River Seine dies
A killer whale stranded for weeks in France's River Seine was found dead Monday after attempts to guide it back to sea failed and revealed it was severely sick, local authorities said.
Ruud first Norwegian man to make French Open quarters
Eighth seed Casper Ruud became the first Norwegian man to reach the French Open quarter-finals on Monday with a four-set win against Poland's Hubert Hurkacz.
Nigerian biker completes London-to-Lagos ride for polio campaign
A crowd cheered Kunle Adeyanju as he turned off his motorbike engine after completing an arduous 41-day trip to raise funds to fight polio in his native Nigeria.
France blames 'massive' ticket fraud for Champions League fiasco
France on Monday blamed massive ticket fraud for the chaotic scenes that marred the Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid that raised questions over the capacity of Paris to host the 2024 Olympics.
Nadal loses out as Djokovic French Open clash gets night session
Rafael Nadal's French Open quarter-final against long-time rival Novak Djokovic will take place in Tuesday's night session at Roland Garros despite the 13-time champion's desire to play in the day.
Iran rejects Cannes movie award as 'biased, political'
Iran on Monday rejected as "biased and political" last week's award at Cannes for a film about a serial killer who targeted sex workers in an Iranian Shiite shrine city.
Kasatkina, Kudermetova to share 'good memory' in French Open quarter-final
Daria Kasatkina on Monday said she is looking forward to sharing another "good memory" with Veronika Kudermetova when the Russian duo face each other in the French Open quarter-finals.
Man arrested after smearing Mona Lisa with cake at Louvre
A 36-year-old man has been arrested and placed in psychiatric care after he smeared a glass screen encasing the Mona Lisa with cake, prosecutors said Monday, in a purported protest against artists not focusing enough on "the planet".
Irish court finds ex-soldier Lisa Smith guilty of joining IS
Three judges at the Special Criminal Court in Dublin on Monday found former soldier Lisa Smith guilty of joining the so-called Islamic State group in Syria.
Gauff, Stephens in all-American French Open showdown
Teenager Coco Gauff will bid to reach her first Grand Slam semi-final on Tuesday at the French Open when she takes on experienced compatriot Sloane Stephens in the last eight.
Zverev says French Open organisers favouring Alcaraz
World number three Alexander Zverev has criticised French Open organisers, who he claims have favoured rising Spanish teen star Carlos Alcaraz, his quarter-final opponent at Roland Garros on Tuesday.
Mona Lisa covered in cake in Louvre stunt
The Mona Lisa was smeared with cake at the weekend by a man in a woman's wig who jumped out of a wheelchair and said artists should focus more on the planet.
Djokovic braced to deliver Nadal hammer blow at French Open
Novak Djokovic renews his epic 16-year rivalry with Rafael Nadal at the French Open on Tuesday with a semi-final spot at stake and where victory could end the 13-time champion's Roland Garros career.
Gabon takes grassroots approach in anti-poaching drive
A whistle blows. The car stops, and the driver is politely asked to turn off the engine and get out.
Australian basketball star Cambage denies racial slur
Australian basketball star Liz Cambage denied on Monday using racist language towards the Nigerian team during a warm-up game for last summer's Tokyo Olympics.
France seeks to 'learn lessons' from Champions League fiasco
France's sports ministry was to host a meeting of security and football officials Monday following the chaos that marred the Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid, seeking to ensure no repeat of the scenes as Paris prepares for the 2024 Olympics.
Key talking points of Depp vs Heard trial
After weeks of explosive testimony, the jury is finally deliberating in the defamation case between actors Johnny Depp and his ex-wife Amber Heard.
Pandya tipped as future India captain after Gujarat's IPL fairytale
All-rounder Hardik Pandya is being tipped as a future India captain after leading an unfancied debut team to victory in the world's most valuable cricket tournament.
Race to save undersea Stone Age cave art masterpieces
To reach the only place in the world where cave paintings of prehistoric marine life have been found, archaeologists have to dive to the bottom of the Mediterranean off southern France.
Celtics beat Heat in game seven, face Warriors in NBA Finals
The Boston Celtics, sparked by 26 points from Jayson Tatum, advanced to the NBA Finals by defeating Miami 100-96 on Sunday, setting up a title showdown against the Golden State Warriors.
Celtics beat Heat, advance to face Warriors in NBA Finals
The Boston Celtics, led by 26 points from Jayson Tatum, advanced to the NBA Finals by defeating Miami 100-96 on Sunday, setting up a showdown against the Golden State Warriors.
France holds meeting to prevent repeat of Champions League chaos
France's sports ministry will host a meeting of security and football officials Monday following the chaos that marred the Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid, as Paris prepares to host the 2024 Olympics.
High and low points of Depp vs Heard trial
After weeks of explosive testimony, the jury is finally deliberating in the defamation case between actors Johnny Depp and his ex-wife Amber Heard.
Ji defeats Furue 3&2 to capture LPGA Match-Play crown
South Korean Ji Eun-hee won the LPGA Match-Play tournament on Sunday, defeating Japan's Ayaka Furue 3&2 in the championship match at Shadow Creek in Las Vegas.