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Trump again seeks to remove protections for wolves
President Donald Trump's administration on Friday pushed to drop endangered species protections for wolves, outraging conservationists who said the move would jeopardize the iconic predators' recovery from the brink of extinction.
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'Getting there' - Alcaraz into US Open last 16 along with Sabalenka
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz fended off hard-hitting Wu Yibing in straight sets on Friday and says his game is "getting there" as he hits the US Open fourth round.
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Raiders to start Cousins over top NFL Draft pick Mendoza
Number one NFL draft pick Fernando Mendoza will not begin this season's opening game as the Las Vegas Raiders on Wednesday named experienced quarterback Kirk Cousins as their starter.
NBA hammers Clippers over Leonard salary cap violations
The Los Angeles Clippers were stripped of five first-round draft picks and fined $30 million by the NBA on Wednesday after a probe uncovered major salary cap violations involving star Kawhi Leonard.
NBA strips five first-round draft picks from Clippers for Leonard salary cap violations
The Los Angeles Clippers were stripped of five first-round draft picks and fined $30 million by the NBA on Wednesday after a probe uncovered major salary cap violations involving star Kawhi Leonard.
Kane brace helps Bayern win German Cup opener
A Harry Kane double helped holders Bayern Munich come from a goal down to win 4-1 in their German Cup opener at second division Osnabrueck on Wednesday.
US jury deadlocks again in Lindsay Clancy's child murder trial
A US judge on Wednesday sent jurors back for a final push toward a verdict in Lindsay Clancy's triple murder trial after they deadlocked for a second time, raising the prospect of a mistrial.
Outrage as Maltese tycoon acquitted of reporter's murder
A Maltese court on Wednesday acquitted tycoon Yorgen Fenech of orchestrating the car-bomb killing of investigative reporter Daphne Caruana Galizia, sparking outrage from her family and media freedom advocates.
Fury hits out at 'coward' Joshua as 'Battle of Britain' talks go on
Tyson Fury has branded Anthony Joshua "a coward" as the wait for confirmation of a 'Battle of Britain' showdown between the two former world heavyweight champions drags on.
Dolly Parton to get new Hollywood star after vandalism
Late country music legend Dolly Parton will get a new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, after the original one was vandalized, officials have announced.
Maltese tycoon acquitted of masterminding reporter's murder
A Maltese court on Wednesday acquitted tycoon Yorgen Fenech of orchestrating the murder in 2017 of investigative reporter Daphne Caruana Galizia, which brought down a government and drew global condemnation.
Trump 'happy' Prince Harry and Meghan have left US
President Donald Trump said Wednesday he was glad Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had left the United States -- though adding that if he were part of the British royal family he would not have taken them back.
George Clooney: a Hollywood icon and campaigner
George Clooney was a late bloomer in Hollywood who now frequently uses his platform as an industry icon to promote political and humanitarian causes close to his heart.
Michelson shocks Nakashima in US Open clash of rising Americans
Brandon Nakashima, one of the hottest players in men's tennis this summer, couldn't find his best game Wednesday, losing to fellow American Alex Michelsen in the US Open second round.
Another body recovered after ferry capsizes off northern Cyprus: official
Search and rescue teams recovered the body of one of 20 people missing after a passenger ferry capsized off northern Cyprus, officials said on Wednesday, bringing the death toll to at least nine.
Third-ranked Pegula, Medvedev power into US Open third round
World number three Jessica Pegula and former champion Daniil Medvedev raced into the third round of the US Open on Wednesday with straight-sets victories.
Davis-Woodhall a doubt for Ultimate Championship after car crash
Olympic and world long jump champion Tara Davis-Woodhall is a doubt for next week's inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship after a head-on car crash that left her with severe concussion.
Man City, Chelsea fuel record-breaking Premier League transfer window
Manchester City launched a new era by setting a Premier League transfer window record, while Chelsea made Morgan Rogers the most expensive British player in history.
Third-ranked Pegula powers into US Open third round
World number three Jessica Pegula raced into the third round of the US Open on Wednesday, dominating on serve in a 6-3, 6-1 victory over compatriot Sofia Kenin.
Balogun rejected Everton move over transfer 'treatment'
Folarin Balogun's £40 million ($54 million) move to Everton from Monaco collapsed hours before the transfer window closed because the United States striker pulled out over his "treatment" by the Premier League side, the Ligue 1 club's managing director said on Wednesday.
Northampton seek 'happy medium' in bid to keep England star Pollock
Northampton are attempting to find a "happy medium" in order to keep Henry Pollock at the Prem champions after his agent said that the rising England star was worth a seven-figure salary.
Rupert Murdoch 'very happy' to be played by Guy Pearce in new film
Australian-born media mogul Rupert Murdoch is "very happy" to see compatriot Guy Pearce play him in a new, largely sympathetic movie about his early business life, the actor said on Wednesday.
Branagh takes on action role in Apple's Cold War comedy 'Mayday'
Kenneth Branagh, the British actor whose career has been built on weighty roles such as Shakespeare's Henry V, is perhaps an unlikely action hero.
Lawson fills in again for injured Hadjar at Monza
French driver Isack Hadjar, who missed the last Grand Prix in the Netherlands because of an injured wrist, will again be absent from the grid for this weekend's Italian GP at Monza, his Red Bull team announced on Wednesday.
Brennan claims third Vuelta victory in stage 11 sprint
Matthew Brennan claimed his third win at this year's Vuelta a Espana on Wednesday by triumphing in a sprint to take stage 11.
World must prepare for 'reality' of missing 1.5C goal: UN
The United Nations said Wednesday the 1.5C target would be missed and outlined how global temperatures might be brought back down in a first-of-its-kind assessment met with dismay in climate-vulnernable nations.
England omit Carse from squad for third Test against Pakistan
Brydon Carse remained in Test exile after he was omitted from England's squad announced Wednesday for next week's series finale against Pakistan in Birmingham.
Nepal flood survivors cling to zipline to cross treacherous river
High above the swollen Trishuli river, flood survivors gripped a makeshift cable as Nepali soldiers and residents pulled them to safety on Wednesday, a week after one of the country's worst disasters.
Venice festival gets underway with Clooney taking swipe at US government
The Venice Film Festival kicked off Wednesday with a customary dose of controversy, as honouree George Clooney slammed the US government, while jury president Maggie Gyllenhaal questioned the dearth of women directors.
DNA tests and funerals in Nepal, a week after deadly floods
Distraught families gave DNA samples in the search for missing relatives as others held symbolic funerals on Wednesday, a week after deadly flash floods swept away villages and homes in Nepal's fragile Himalayan region.
Fernandez 'didn't hesitate' over record Man City move
Enzo Fernandez said he "didn't hesitate for a second" when Manchester City made contact in his first interview since joining the club for a British record-equalling transfer fee of £125 million ($169 million).
Nepal floods should mobilise climate action: UN green fund chief
Nepal's flood disaster and Europe's wildfires should turn attention to the cost of climate change, the head of the world's biggest climate fund said in an interview on Wednesday.
Uganda names its oil 'Pearl Sweet' as it prepares for first exports
Uganda officially named its oil "Pearl Sweet" on Wednesday as its energy secretary said it expects to join the club of oil-exporting nations by the end of the year.
Tiger Woods driver's license suspended for five years after crash
Tiger Woods had his driver's license suspended for five years on Wednesday after reaching a plea agreement in a case stemming from a rollover car crash in Florida in March.