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Bills edge Texans while Bears beat Panthers in NFL record-setting opener
Buffalo's Josh Allen finally managed his first triumph at Houston in a thrilling win over the Texans on Sunday while Chicago bested Carolina in the highest-scoring opening weekend game in NFL history.
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Controversial Zverev: from tennis nearly-man to multiple Grand Slam winner
The Grand Slam floodgates have opened for Alexander Zverev, who cemented his status among the tennis elite with a US Open victory -- his second major in less than four months after more than a decade of toiling amid disappointment, controversy and injury.
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Bezzecchi beats Marquez in season-opening Thailand MotoGP practice
Marco Bezzecchi set a new track record to finish fastest ahead of defending world champion Marc Marquez in practice for the season-opening Thailand MotoGP on Friday.
Balkan 'forbidden' love comedy smashes stereotypes and records
When two students in London tell their families they are going to get married, it should be one of the happiest moments of their lives.
French prosecutors probe Al-Fayeds over sex trafficking
He traded on the glamour of owning Harrods, the Paris Ritz and luxury yachts, but Mohamed Al-Fayed was at the centre of a dark web of alleged abuse, say French lawyers for women who liken him to US sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein.
India aim for 'fearless cricket' ahead of West Indies showdown
India revived their T20 World Cup campaign with their "fearless" brand of cricket ahead of a winner-takes-all decider against the West Indies for the last semi-final berth.
Spurs roll to 11th straight NBA victory, Rockets' Durant hits milestone
The San Antonio Spurs rolled to an 11th straight NBA victory on Thursday, beating the Brooklyn Nets 126-110 to inch closer to the Oklahoma City Thunder for first place in the Western Conference.
Marquez sixth-fastest in first Thailand MotoGP free practice
Defending MotoGP champion Marc Marquez was sixth-fastest behind leader Marco Bezzecchi in the first free practice in Thailand on Friday as the new season got underway.
Bill Clinton to face grilling on significant Epstein ties
Former US president Bill Clinton will be grilled by a Congressional panel on Friday on his well-documented links to Jeffrey Epstein, as Democrats seek to shift focus onto Donald Trump's own ties to the convicted sex offender.
'Nerves sharpen you': Dortmund's Kobel relishing Bayern showdown
With the pain of a crushing Champions League exit still raw, Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel hopes Bayern Munich's high-stakes visit on Saturday will provide the spark for his side to save their season.
Barca strikers firing blanks as Villarreal visit
Barcelona host high-flying Villarreal on Saturday aiming to tighten their grip on pole position in La Liga amid concerns about the form of strikers Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres.
Marseille look for way out of crisis against bitter rivals Lyon
Away from Paris Saint-Germain's quest to hold off Lens and retain the Ligue 1 title, Marseille and Lyon are fighting it out for France's last automatic Champions League qualifying berth and face off in a huge game on Sunday.
Emails to Chinese dancers allegedly threatened Australian PM
A security scare at the Australian prime minister's residence this week was sparked by a bomb threat against an anti-Beijing Chinese dance troupe, the act's hosts said Friday.
India moves closer to dengue vaccine as final trials underway
As dengue surges globally, an Indian vaccine candidate has entered the final stage of testing, raising hopes for one of the world's first single-dose shots against the deadly mosquito-borne disease.
China chase glory days at Women's Asian Cup as Japan, Australia threat looms
Defending champions China are looking to recreate their glory days at the Women's Asian Cup, but the Steel Roses' hopes of a record 10th title face a daunting challenge from powerhouse Japan, hosts Australia and dark horse North Korea.
Clermont's Simone wary of 'decapitator' Tuilagi in Top 14 clash
Clermont centre Irae Simone says Bayonne's former England star Manu Tuilagi will "want to take some heads off" as he returns to action when the teams meet in the French Top 14 on Saturday.
Japan PM opposes changing male-only imperial succession
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told parliament on Friday that she opposes changing the imperial family's male succession rules.
Sumo hit with fresh bullying scandal
Sumo has been hit with another bullying scandal after media reported Friday that a retired grand champion who is now a stablemaster had reported himself to the sport's authorities for violent behaviour.
US hockey players regret response to Trump remarks on women's team
Multiple US Olympic men's ice hockey players have apologized for their team's response after President Donald Trump said he would "have to" invite the women's team to the White House too.
'Train Dreams' director says goal was to take audience 'on a journey'
When director and screenwriter Clint Bentley decided to adapt "Train Dreams" for the big screen, he hoped he could captivate audiences with the tale of an ordinary man living in extraordinary times -- the early 20th century.
Van der Poel, Van Aert resume battle at season's 1st cobbled classic
Cycling's fabled cobbled classics season will begin with a bang this weekend as former world champion Mathieu van der Poel lines up alongside his long-time rival Wout van Aert at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad.
F1 hopes to fuel growth in North America with Netflix and Apple
Formula 1 is well anchored in the United States with its American owners and three Grand Prix races, but the sport hopes to push its growing popularity further with the help of Netflix and Apple.
'Like riding a bike': Oscar nominee Ethan Hawke on the magic of 'Blue Moon'
It's hard to recognize Ethan Hawke in "Blue Moon": he's short, bald, slightly greasy-looking and uncomfortable in his own skin.
Arsenal face Chelsea title test, troubled Spurs in spotlight
Premier League leaders Arsenal face a title test from London rivals Chelsea on Sunday.
Thunder star Gilgeous-Alexander cleared for injury return
Reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been cleared to return for the Oklahoma City Thunder after missing nine straight games with an abdominal strain.
Paramount poised to acquire Warner Bros. after Netflix walks away
Paramount Skydance, run by pro-Trump technology heir David Ellison, was poised to take control of Warner Bros. Discovery on Thursday after Netflix said it would not raise its takeover offer, ending one of the biggest media bidding wars in a generation.
Former Heat star Bosh 'lucky to be alive' after health scare
Basketball Hall of Famer Chris Bosh says he's "lucky to be alive" after a health scare in which he passed out and woke up to find himself covered in blood.
US men's hockey players apologize for Trump joke response
Multiple US Olympic men's ice hockey players have apologized for their team's response after President Donald Trump joked he would "have to" invite the women's team to the White House too.
Netflix walks away from Warner Bros. bid, clearing path for Paramount
Netflix said Thursday it would not raise its takeover offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, effectively ceding the media giant to a rival bid from Paramount Skydance after deciding the deal was no longer financially attractive.
Comedy genius Carrey honoured at France's Cesar Awards
France's leading movie awards on Thursday gave Canadian-American actor Jim Carrey a special honour in recognition of his eclectic acting career, a tribute he accepted with a speech delivered in French.
Forest clinch spot in Europa League last 16 as Celtic go out
Nottingham Forest held off a Fenerbahce fightback to qualify for the last 16 of the Europa League with a 4-2 win on aggregate despite losing Thursday's second leg, while Celtic exited after coming up short against Stuttgart.
US men's hockey player 'sorry' for Trump joke response
US Olympic men's ice hockey player Charlie McAvoy apologized Thursday for his team's response after President Donald Trump joked he would "have to" invite the women's team to the White House too.
Hillary Clinton quizzed on Epstein, calls for Trump to testify
Hillary Clinton used her forced appearance Thursday before a Republican-led panel probing Jeffrey Epstein to go on the offensive and demand President Donald Trump testify about his own links to the sex offender.
Man shot by Cuban coast guard wanted to spark uprising: ally
A US-based man identified by Cuba as one of those killed by its coast guard in a shootout had often spoken of wanting to liberate the communist island, a political ally told AFP on Thursday.