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Nepali duo break own records on Everest
A Nepali climber dubbed the "Everest Man", Kami Rita Sherpa, scaled Mount Everest for a record 32nd time Sunday, while Lhakpa Sherpa broke her own women's record with an 11th summit.
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North Korean women footballers arrive in South Korea: AFP
A North Korean women's football team arrived in South Korea on Sunday, marking the first visit by a sports team from the isolated country to its southern neighbour in eight years, to play in the Asian Champions League semi-finals.
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Scheffler expects Trump visit to boost USA at Ryder Cup
Top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler said Tuesday that he expects President Donald Trump's planned appearance later this week at the Ryder Cup to boost the United States squad.
Culture
Top Madrid museum opens Gaza photo exhibition
One of Spain’s best-known art institutions opened an exhibition on Tuesday featuring photographs taken by photojournalists in war-torn Gaza, aiming to awaken "sleeping consciences" in a country that has already been at the forefront of highlighting the humanitarian calamity in the Palestinian territory.
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Frank unfazed by trophy expectations at Spurs
Thomas Frank said he can handle the pressure to win trophies with Tottenham as he prepared for the start the club's League Cup bid against Doncaster on Wednesday.
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Turkey facing worst drought in over 50 years
Turkey is experiencing its worst drought in over half a century, with rainfall dropping by 27 percent compared to the last three decades and even more in some regions, according to data published this week.
Nature
Cities face risk of water shortages in coming decades: study
Hotspots of water scarcity could emerge by the 2020s and 2030s across the Mediterranean, southern Africa, and North America, as climate change intensifies droughts, a new study said Tuesday.
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Stokes named as England captain for Ashes tour
Ben Stokes was named as England captain for the Ashes tour as the squad was announced on Tuesday for five Tests in Australia.
Health
Does taking paracetamol while pregnant cause autism? No, experts say
There is no scientific evidence showing that pregnant women taking the painkiller paracetamol causes autism in their children, medical experts and drug regulators have emphasised after Donald Trump claimed the two were linked.
Sports
Atletico owners negotiating with US firm Apollo over majority stake sale - reports
Atletico Madrid's owners are in advanced negotiations to sell a majority stake of the Spanish football club's shares to US private equity firm Apollo Global Management, according to various reports citing sources close to the deal.
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Tabilo stuns Musetti for Chengdu title, Bublik wins in Hangzhou
Qualifier Alejandro Tabilo saved two championship points in stunning top seed Lorenzo Musetti to win a nail-biting Chengdu Open final on Tuesday.
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No.1 Scheffler plays down great expectations at Ryder Cup
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler downplays any idea of great expectations at this week's Ryder Cup, even after a six-win season that included two major titles.
Health
WHO sees no autism links to Tylenol, vaccines
Neither the painkiller Tylenol nor vaccines have been shown to cause autism, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, following comments from the US president and his administration to the contrary.
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Nearly 100 buffaloes die in Namibia stampede
At least 90 buffaloes died while fleeing lions Tuesday after trampling on each other and falling off a cliff in Namibia's far east, wildlife officials said.
Nature
Schools shut, flights axed as Typhoon Ragasa nears Hong Kong, southern China
Hong Kong and parts of southern China ground to a halt on Tuesday evening as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached with high winds and lashing rain, forcing Chinese authorities to shut down schools and businesses in at least 10 cities.
Sports
Man City have 'recovered many things': Guardiola
Pep Guardiola said Tuesday that Manchester City had "recovered many things" after last season's trophyless campaign, pledging there was more to come from his team.
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Thailand to 'clarify misunderstandings' after SEA Games petanque ban
Thailand said Tuesday it would "clarify misunderstandings" after the world governing body of petanque effectively barred the nation from hosting the sport at this year's SEA Games.
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Denmark brands mystery drone flights 'serious' attack
Large drones that flew over Copenhagen airport for hours and caused it to shut down constituted the "most serious attack on Danish critical infrastructure" to date, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Tuesday.
Former umpire 'Dickie' Bird dies aged 92
Former Test umpire Harold "Dickie" Bird, one of the most famous officials of his era, has died at the age of 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club announced on Tuesday.
Sports
Bradley admits thoughts linger about having played in Ryder Cup
United States captain Keegan Bradley admits he has had a few wistful thoughts this week about what might have been had he picked himself to be a playing skipper at the Ryder Cup.
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Former umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird dies aged 92
Former Test umpire Harold "Dickie" Bird has died at the age of 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club announced on Tuesday.
Sports
Cycling worlds bring pride to African riders despite disadvantages
Africa's first ever cycling world championships have been a dream come true for several amateur riders, some of whom have been praying just to be given an opportunity in a sport dominated by wealthy nations.
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Drone flights 'most serious attack' on Danish infrastructure, PM says
Large drones that flew over Copenhagen airport for hours and caused it to shut down constituted the "most serious attack on Danish critical infrastructure" to date, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Tuesday.
Sports
Howe confident Newcastle will find 'X factor'
Eddie Howe is confident that goal-shy Newcastle will discover their "X factor" as they adapt to life without star striker Alexander Isak.
Singapore firm rejects paying $1bn Sri Lankan pollution damages
A Singapore shipping company told AFP on Tuesday it will refuse to pay Sri Lankan court-ordered damages of US$1 billion for causing that country's worst case of environmental pollution.
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India bids tearful farewell to maverick musician
Tens of thousands of mourners thronged the streets of India's northeastern Assam state on Tuesday to bid farewell to a flamboyant artiste, celebrated as much for his music as for his irreverent persona.
Sports
Emery seeks Europa League lift with Villa as Forest end long absence
Unai Emery will hope a return to the Europa League this week serves as the spark plug that ignites Aston Villa's season, while Nottingham Forest embark on their first European campaign in 30 years.
Sports
Gibbs, Montgomery doubles as Lions rampage over Ravens
The Detroit Lions produced a rampant defensive display to help set up a 38-30 road victory over the Baltimore Ravens in a heavyweight NFL showdown on Monday.
Nature
Schools shut, flights cancelled as Typhoon Ragasa nears Hong Kong
Hong Kong shut schools and cancelled flights on Tuesday as Super Typhoon Ragasa was set to slam into the financial centre with a force that officials warned would be among the most destructive in the city's recent history.
Culture
Maverick Georgian designer Demna debuts for Gucci in Milan
Maverick Georgian designer Demna makes his debut for Gucci at Milan Fashion Week on Tuesday with a film of a family of Italian characters bursting with attitude, as the house pledged a "new era" its history.
Jimmy Kimmel show to return Tuesday
Jimmy Kimmel's late night talk show, which was abruptly pulled from the air last week after the US government threatened broadcasters, will be back on Tuesday, Disney announced Monday.
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Unification Church leader arrested in South Korea
The Unification Church leader was arrested Tuesday in South Korea over allegations of bribery linked to a former first lady, including luxury gifts, prosecutors said.
Sports
Enter the Whimsical World of Animula Nook, a Lilliput Fantasy Life Simulation Game
Players are invited to "Shrink and Explore the Real World" in a new cosy game, where you become a tiny adventurerAnimula Nook is available now for wishlist on Steam, Epic Games Store, and PlayStation, and will be coming to Switch 2 and MacSign up to Discord to become part of the Alpha testing team
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U.S. Polo Assn. Supports the XV Federation of International Polo European Polo Championship as Official Apparel Partner
Competition Culminates in Poland with a World-Class Display of Sport and Style
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Singapore firm rejects $1bn Sri Lankan pollution damages
A Singapore shipping company told AFP on Tuesday it will refuse to pay Sri Lankan court-ordered damages of US$1 billion for causing that country's worst case of environmental pollution.
Nature
China may strengthen climate role amid US fossil fuel push
All eyes are on China this week, as the world's biggest polluter readies a new emissions-cutting plan -- reinforcing its role as a steadfast defender of global climate diplomacy while Europe stalls and the United States doubles down on fossil fuels.
Sports
Ryder Cup captains play upon emotions as practice begins
The final countdown to the Ryder Cup got under way on Monday with US golfers sharing a quiet moment on Bethpage Black's first tee as Europe's players donned salmon-colored outfits in a nostalgic nod to their first win on American soil.
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Bradley defends US Ryder Cup player payments as charity boost
United States captain Keegan Bradley defended his Ryder Cup players receiving a payment boost from the PGA of America to compete against Europe in this week's showdown at Bethpage Black.
Health
Trump ties autism risk to Tylenol as scientists urge caution
US President Donald Trump on Monday urged pregnant people not to take Tylenol over an unproven link to autism, and urged major changes to the standard vaccines given to babies.
Sports
Dembele beats Yamal to Ballon d'Or as Bonmati retains women's award
Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembele won the Ballon d'Or on Monday as a reward for his starring role in the club's Champions League triumph last season, while Spain's Aitana Bonmati claimed the women's prize for the third year in a row.
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Man City 'keeper Donnarumma says would have stayed at PSG
Gianluigi Donnarumma admitted to AFP on Monday he would have preferred to stay at Paris Saint-Germain before a shock switch to Manchester City this month.