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Alcaraz falls to Shelton in epic latest-ever US Open finish
Carlos Alcaraz tumbled out of the US Open quarter-finals at 3:34 am Wednesday, falling to Ben Shelton in an epic five-set thriller that broke the record for latest finish ever at Flushing Meadows.
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'Only job I wanted', says new France coach Zidane
Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.
Japan PM says injuries, buildings collapsed in major quake
A major earthquake collapsed buildings and sparked fires in Japan's southwest, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Tuesday, with broadcaster NHK saying that at least 50 people were taken to hospital.
Zinedine Zidane - The good, the bad and the ugly
French football icon Zinedine Zidane on Tuesday was tasked with delivering France the 2030 World Cup as coach, just as he did as a player in 1998.
Zidane's long road leads back to France helm
France's favourite son, Zinedine Zidane, begins the latest chapter in his love affair with the national team after he was announced as Les Bleus' new coach on Tuesday.
France turn to Zidane as coach in long-awaited homecoming
Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.
Firefighters on offensive in France, Spain as new heatwave arrives
Firefighters in France and Spain rushed to contain the worst wildfires in living memory on Tuesday, seizing crucial hours before the arrival of another wave brings scorching temperatures.
Myanmar approves death sentence for cyberscam offences
Myanmar's military-backed parliament approved a law on Tuesday that authorises capital punishment for those who detain or violently coerce victims into working in online scam centres, the speaker said.
Made by AI? EU tells firms to stick a label on it from Sunday
Deepfakes and other AI-generated content must be labelled from Sunday, as the European Union's sweeping artificial intelligence transparency rules kick in.
Spurs' Maddison says De Zerbi is the right coach for his game
Tottenham midfielder James Maddison on Tuesday praised Roberto De Zerbi as the type of attacking coach that suited his game and said he was "excited" by what lay ahead.
Open champion Fox welcomed home by thousands after 'whirlwind few days'
Ryan Fox received a hero's welcome in Auckland on Tuesday as thousands flocked to see the new British Open champion and the famous Claret Jug after "a whirlwind few days" since the New Zealander won his maiden major.
Fritz takes 250th hardcourt win in Washington, Draper pulls out
World number 10 Taylor Fritz captured his 250th hardcourt victory on Monday by defeating Belgium's Zizou Bergs in the first round of the ATP and WTA Washington Open.
Documentary on Stan Lee's final years faced industry opposition, filmmaker says
Comic book enthusiast Jon Bolerjack began filming with Stan Lee around 2014, intending to document how the legendary creator behind some of the world's most beloved superheroes was spending his 90s.
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Fritz takes 250th hardcourt win in ATP Washington opener
World number 10 Taylor Fritz captured his 250th hardcourt victory on Monday in defeating Belgium's Zizou Bergs and advancing to the second round of the ATP and WTA Washington Open.
West Indies lead Pakistan by 155 at close of third day
A day of fluctuating fortunes, in which 14 wickets fell, ended with the West Indies hanging on grimly at 126 for seven Monday in their second innings for a lead of 155 over Pakistan in Trinidad.
Ramsay-Peaty beaten again as Australia reign supreme in Commonwealth pool
Adam Ramsay-Peaty fell short of gold at a fourth Commonwealth Games as he was beaten into bronze once more in the 50m breaststroke on another dominant night for Australia in the Glasgow pool.
Ramsay-Peaty to learn lessons for LA after missing out on Commonwealth gold
Adam Ramsay-Peaty said he "felt off" all week after missing out on gold at a fourth Commonwealth games in Glasgow after securing a second bronze medal in three days in the 50m breaststroke.
Commonwealth Games as 'training day', says Olympic champion McClenaghan
Olympic gymnastics champion Rhys McClenaghan dismissed the Commonwealth Games as a "training day" after he failed to win a medal in the men's pommel final on Monday.
'Thrilled' 76ers sign James with eyes on NBA title run
LeBron James has signed a contract to play for the Philadelphia 76ers, the team announced Monday, with managing owner Josh Harris "thrilled" about chances for their first NBA title since 1983.
Fury of fire-ravaged French village at being 'sacrificed' for millionaires' peninsula
The blaze that has incinerated the French countryside west of Bordeaux is burning alongside the smouldering rage of residents who believe their homes were "sacrificed" to protect the swanky Cap Ferret peninsula nearby instead.
Border crossings shut as heavy snow coats Argentine Andes
Heavy snowfall in the Argentine Andes has forced over 100 people to evacuate and stalled almost 1,000 trucks on snow-covered roads, while flights were rerouted Monday.
India activists demand release of detained 'cockroach' protesters
India's youth-led "cockroach" movement, whose nationwide protests forced the resignation of the education minister, urged authorities on Monday to release all detained demonstrators.
Singer Carly Simon diagnosed with Parkinson's: statement
American singer Carly Simon, known for hits like "You're So Vain," revealed on Monday that she has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
France and Spain race to contain fires before new heatwave
French and Spanish firefighters on Monday battled to contain raging wildfires that have reduced land and property to ashes and forced hundreds of thousands of residents and tourists to flee for their lives.
Newcastle winger Barnes signs long-term contract extension
Harvey Barnes has committed his future to Newcastle after signing a new "long-term" contract with the Premier League club on Monday.
Wildlife face 'catastrophic' losses as France's forests burn
Deer trapped by walls of flame, lizards unable to escape the heat, habitats reduced to charred wood and ash: wildlife are paying a steep price as France's forests burn.
UN lists South Sudan antelope route as heritage in danger
The United Nations has fast-tracked a vast antelope migration path in South Sudan onto its list of World Heritage in Danger, in the young nation's first such listing.
What are 'fire clouds', the ominous phenomenon seen in France?
Firefighters battling devastating fires in France have had to contend with a new threat: immense fire clouds that create their own wind and even lightning that can spark fresh blazes.
'Fresh' Evenepoel answers Tour de France questions
Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel said he had answered a lot of questions with his impressive Tour de France showing.
Paris police arrest man who wounded three women with knives
A French off-duty policeman on Monday detained a man after he allegedly attacked and wounded three women in Paris with two kitchen knives, a minister and police said.
Polish village puts faith in Europe's tallest Virgin Mary statue
A Polish billionaire is paying for a giant statue of the Virgin Mary that residents of the village of Konotopie hope will put them on the pilgrimage map.
Farmers help battle French forest inferno before new heatwave
Farmers and firefighters on Monday battled to contain a huge wildfire that has forced 220,000 people to flee and destroyed dozens of homes in southwest France before a new heatwave hits this week.