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A family member of one of those killed in the September 11, 2001 attacks unleashed searing criticism of Saudi Arabia live on US television during the reading of victims' names at the 9/11 Memorial Friday.
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Liberated McIlroy eyes more Masters magic after career Slam
Rory McIlroy still remembers the surge of emotion that followed his victory at last year's Masters, a moment that ended a decade-long wait and completed golf's career Grand Slam.
Van Dijk apologises for Liverpool thumping by Man City
Virgil Van Dijk apologised to Liverpool fans after admitting his side gave up during their FA Cup quarter-final defeat against Manchester City.
British PM slams London festival for booking Kanye West
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was concerned about planned concerts in London by US rapper Kanye West, who has a history of antisemitic outbursts and released a song called "Heil Hitler".
'Choose peace': Pope marks first Easter under cloud of Mideast war
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday urged "those who have the power to unleash wars" to "choose peace" in in his first Easter blessing as pontiff with the Middle East conflict raging.
British royals attend Easter service without Andrew
The British royal family on Sunday attended a traditional Easter service at Windsor, making a show of family unity in their first appearance together since the arrest of the former Prince Andrew, whose family did not attend.
Revellers parade giant penises to dash stigma in Japan's fertility festival
Showcasing phallus-shaped portable shrines and pink penis candies, Japan's annual fertility festival teemed Sunday with tourists, couples and families elated by its open display of sex.
Messi marks new stadium with goal but Miami held by Austin
Lionel Messi marked the opening of Inter Miami's gleaming new stadium with a goal as the Major League Soccer champions battled to a 2-2 draw against Austin FC on Saturday.
Afghan mother seeks justice after Pakistani bombing kills hundreds
Samira Muhammadi hopes an international investigation can "extinguish" her pain after a Pakistani bombing killed her son and hundreds of other Afghans in the capital Kabul last month.
UK royal family's dilemma over Andrew's daughters
The downfall of the former prince Andrew has left the British monarchy with a right royal headache -- how to handle his daughters caught up in the scandal of US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Pope marks first Easter under cloud of Mideast war
Pope Leo XIV is set to mark Easter Sunday for the first time as pontiff, with the Middle East war casting a pall over the most important date in the Christian calendar.
In the online 'maxxing' era, what's the deal with fiber and protein?
First it was protein, now it's fiber: the "maxxing" mindset has permeated social media, as wellness influencers insist that loading up on certain nutrients is the key to vitality and a life-changing gut glow-up.
McIlroy seeks rare Masters repeat in wide-open Augusta fight
Rory McIlroy, whose emotional 2025 Masters victory completed an incredible career grand slam, chases an even rarer feat this year -- repeating as champion at Augusta National.
Paul topples Tiafoe to book Houston ATP final against Burruchaga
Fourth-seeded Tommy Paul out-lasted second-seeded Frances Tiafoe 7-5, 4-6, 7-6 (9/7) on Saturday to book a title clash with Roman Burruchaga at the ATP clay court tournament in Houston, Texas.
Jokic out-duels Wemby as Nuggets down Spurs in overtime
Nikola Jokic scored 40 points to propel the Denver Nuggets to a 136-134 overtime victory over Victor Wembanyama and San Antonio on Saturday, halting the Spurs' 11-game NBA winning streak.
Lens' title push in Ligue 1 hit hard by Lille defeat
Lens suffered a potentially fatal blow to their unlikely Ligue 1 title bid with a 3-0 loss away to northern derby rivals Lille on Saturday.
Arteta demands Arsenal response after FA Cup shocker at Southampton
Mikel Arteta urged Arsenal to "show what we are made of" after their shock 2-1 defeat against second tier Southampton in the FA Cup quarter-finals on Saturday.
Barca move clear in La Liga as Real Madrid stumble
Robert Lewandowski shouldered home a dramatic late winner for Barcelona as they edged Atletico Madrid 2-1 on Saturday to move seven points clear at the top of La Liga after Real Madrid slipped up.
Lakers injury crisis deepens as Reaves out for regular season
The Los Angeles Lakers were handed another devastating injury blow on Saturday after confirmation that star guard Austin Reaves will miss the remainder of the regular season with a muscle injury.
Lens' title push hit hard by Lille defeat
Lens suffered a potentially fatal blow to their unlikely Ligue 1 title bid with a 3-0 loss away to northern derby rivals Lille on Saturday.
Lewandowski claims leaders Barca vital Liga win at Atletico
Robert Lewandowski shouldered home a dramatic late winner for Barcelona as they edged Atletico Madrid 2-1 on Saturday to move seven points clear at the top of La Liga after Real Madrid slipped up.
Arsenal stunned by Southampton in FA Cup quarter-finals
Arsenal suffered a shock FA Cup quarter-final exit as the Premier League leaders crashed to an embarrassing 2-1 defeat against second tier Southampton on Saturday.
Burruchaga beats Tirante to reach first ATP final
Roman Burruchaga overpowered friend and fellow Argentinian Thiago Tirante 6-1, 6-1 on Saturday to reach his first career ATP final in the clay court tournament in Houston, Texas.
Pegula downs Jovic to reach WTA Charleston final
Defending champion Jessica Pegula advanced to the final of the WTA Charleston Open tournament on Saturday, defeating fourth seed Iva Jovic 6-4, 5-7, 6-3.
Rosenior in a 'good place' with Fernandez despite Chelsea star's ban
Liam Rosenior insisted his relationship with Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez is in a "good place" despite his controversial decision to ban the Argentine for two matches.
US 1996 Olympic squad, WNBA stars head Hall of Fame picks
The United States' all-conquering 1996 Olympic women's team and stars Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne were named among the latest inductees to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday.
Hosts Canada offer heartbroken Italians jersey swap for World Cup
Swap the Azzurri kit and slip into something maple-flavoured: the Canadian Soccer Association spent Saturday tempting Toronto's Italian diaspora to trade blue for red and rally behind the home team at the 2026 World Cup.
Toulouse crush Bristol to move into Champions Cup quarters
France centre Kalvin Gourgues scored two scintillating tries as Toulouse reached the Champions Cup quarter-finals after a 59-26 hammering of Bristol Bears on Saturday.
Deshpande, Rajasthan hold nerve to edge Gujarat in IPL
Tushar Deshpande bowled an excellent last over as Rajasthan Royals edged out Gujarat Titans by six runs to win their second successive match of the IPL season on Saturday.
Deshpande and Rajasthan hold nerve to edge Gujarat in IPL
Tushar Deshpande bowled an excellent last over as Rajasthan Royals edged out Gujarat Titans by six runs to win their second successive match in the IPL 2026 season on Saturday.
'He'd play in a wheelchair': Bayern back Kane for Real return
Bayern Munich are confident striker Harry Kane will return from an ankle injury in time for Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final first leg against Real Madrid.
Muriqi strikes late as Mallorca stun Real Madrid
Vedat Muriqi snatched Mallorca a surprise 2-1 La Liga win over Real Madrid on Saturday to deal Los Blancos a significant blow in the Spanish title race.
Toulon, Bath reach last eight of Champions Cup
Three-time winners Toulon reached the last eight of the Champions Cup with a nerve-wracking 28-27 win at home to Stormers on Saturday while 1998 champions Bath came from behind to see off English Prem rivals Saracens 31-22.