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Indian court appoints committee to run national Olympic body

A court in India has appointed a committee to take over the running of the national Olympic committee and hold fresh elections within four months

By Associated Press 7 hrs ago

Indian court appoints committee to run national Olympic body

African football players denied British entry to play West Ham

African football players denied British entry to play West Ham

By Associated Press 6 hrs ago

Musk tweet joking about buying Manchester United causes stir

Musk tweet joking about buying Manchester United causes stir

By Associated Press 5 hrs ago

Crystal Palace player gets death threats after Nez ejected

Crystal Palace player gets death threats after Nez ejected

By Associated Press 1 day ago

WNBA's Brittney Griner appeals her Russian prison sentence

Lawyers for American basketball star Brittney Griner have filed an appeal of her nine-year Russian prison sentence for drug possession

By Associated Press 1 day ago

WNBA's Brittney Griner appeals her Russian prison sentence

FIFA suspends India's national soccer federation

FIFA suspended India’s national soccer federation late Monday “due to undue influence from third parties,” the sport’s governing body said.

By Associated Press 1 day ago

FIFA suspends India's national soccer federation

Man City's Mendy labeled 'predator' as rape trial starts

Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy was described by prosecutors as a “predator” who could not take no for an answer

By Associated Press 1 day ago

Man City's Mendy labeled 'predator' as rape trial starts

FA charges Tuchel, Conte with improper behavior for scuffle

Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte were charged on Monday by the Football Association with improper behavior for their post-match scuffle

By Associated Press 1 day ago

FA charges Tuchel, Conte with improper behavior for scuffle

Nez sent off as Liverpool draws 1-1 with Palace in EPL

Two glaring misses then a red card for a reckless headbutt.

By Associated Press 1 day ago

Nez sent off as Liverpool draws 1-1 with Palace in EPL

New-look Barcelona held 0-0 by Rayo in Lewandowski's debut

Barcelona mortgaged its financial future to give Xavi Hernández the talent he wanted.

By Associated Press 2 days ago

New-look Barcelona held 0-0 by Rayo in Lewandowski's debut

VAR denies Man but not Bayern in 2-0 win over Wolfsburg

Sadio Mané had two goals ruled out through VAR but Bayern Munich still managed to beat Wolfsburg 2-0 in the Bundesliga on Sunday.

By Associated Press 2 days ago

VAR denies Man but not Bayern in 2-0 win over Wolfsburg

FIFA bans two players for doping in World Cup qualifying

FIFA has handed out four-year doping bans to two players who tested positive for banned substances during qualifying for this year’s World Cup.

By Associated Press 2 days ago

FIFA bans two players for doping in World Cup qualifying

Ten Hag discovering the mess he has inherited at Man United

Maybe Manchester United does require soccer’s equivalent of “open-heart surgery” to fix the glut of issues currently afflicting England’s biggest club.

By Associated Press 2 days ago

Ten Hag discovering the mess he has inherited at Man United

Equal pay deal for US women's soccer approved by judge

The proposed $24 million settlement between U.S. women soccer players and the sport’s American governing body was given preliminary approval T

By Associated Press 3 days ago

Equal pay deal for US women's soccer approved by judge

Fire at Coptic church in Cairo kills 41, hurts 14

The Health Ministry said ambulances transferred at least 55 injured people to local hospitals.

By Associated Press 3 days ago

Fire at Coptic church in Cairo kills 41, hurts 14

Seasonal floods kill 50 people in Sudan

Floods triggered by seasonal torrential rains in Sudan have killed more than 50 people and inundated over 8,170 homes since the rainy season started

By Associated Press 3 days ago

Seasonal floods kill 50 people in Sudan

Forest rides luck, beats West Ham 1-0 for 1st EPL win

Nottingham Forest rode its luck before marking its first home game in the Premier League in 23 years with a 1-0 win over West Ham on Sunday.

By Associated Press 3 days ago

Forest rides luck, beats West Ham 1-0 for 1st EPL win

Tuchel, Conte clash as Chelsea, Tottenham draw 2-2 in EPL

Antonio Conte and Thomas Tuchel were both sent off after clashing following the final whistle of a feisty 2-2 draw between Chelsea

By Associated Press 3 days ago

Tuchel, Conte clash as Chelsea, Tottenham draw 2-2 in EPL

Football players' cars set on fire after loss in Argentina

Cars owned by players from the Argentina first division soccer team Aldosivi were set on fire after a 2-0 defeat against rival Godoy Cruz.

By Associated Press 4 days ago

Football players' cars set on fire after loss in Argentina

Lionel Messi misses cut for Ballon d'Or list of nominees

Seven-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi was omitted from the 30-man list of nominees for the prestigious award on Friday for the first time since 2005.

By Associated Press 4 days ago

Lionel Messi misses cut for Ballon d'Or list of nominees

Man City earns second win by thrashing Bournemouth 4-0 in EPL

Erling Haaland might not hog all of Manchester City’s goals this season, after all. Ilkay Gundogan, Kevin De Bruyne and Phil Foden were City’s scorers

By Associated Press 4 days ago

Man City earns second win by thrashing Bournemouth 4-0 in EPL

Barcelona sells more assets in attempt to register players

Working against the clock, Barcelona has sold off even more of its club assets in the hopes of meeting the Spanish league’s financial rules

By Associated Press 4 days ago

Barcelona sells more assets in attempt to register players

Gabriel Jesus scores 2 in Arsenal's 4-2 win over Leicester

The Brazil striker marked his home debut for Arsenal with two goals and two assists in a 4-2 win against Leicester in the Premier League on Saturday.

By Associated Press 4 days ago

Gabriel Jesus scores 2 in Arsenal's 4-2 win over Leicester

Brentford demolish Man United 4-0 in Premier League

Temperatures soared in England on Saturday and no one was feeling the heat more than Manchester United’s latest manager, Erik ten Hag.

By Associated Press 4 days ago

Brentford demolish Man United 4-0 in Premier League

Rights group urges FIFA, Qatar to compensate World Cup workers

With 100 days to go until the World Cup starts in Qatar, Human Rights Watch on Friday again urged FIFA and the host nation to improve compensation for migrant workers

By Associated Press 5 days ago

Rights group urges FIFA, Qatar to compensate World Cup workers

Grain ship to dock in Ukraine before setting sail for Ethiopia

Closing in on the half-year mark, the war has sent food prices sky-high and left poorer countries with ever less hope they would be getting supplies from the breadbasket of Europe.

By Associated Press 5 days ago

Grain ship to dock in Ukraine before setting sail for Ethiopia

Madrid starts Spanish league defense aiming for title sweep

Real Madrid starts the Spanish league season overflowing with confidence that it can retain the domestic title despite Barcelona spending big to add top talent to its team.

By Associated Press 5 days ago

Madrid starts Spanish league defense aiming for title sweep

Sterling aims to spark Chelsea ahead of Tottenham game

Raheem Sterling is aiming to become more of a leader and a direct attacking threat at Chelsea after leaving Manchester City in search for more playing time.

By Associated Press 5 days ago

Sterling aims to spark Chelsea ahead of Tottenham game

Can the spread of monkeypox be stopped?

With only a limited global supply of vaccines, authorities are racing to stop monkeypox before it becomes entrenched as a new disease.

By Associated Press 5 days ago

Can the spread of monkeypox be stopped?

Ambitious AC Milan the team to beat again as Serie A action resumes today

AC Milan started pre-season the same way it ended its title-winning campaign, with two goals from veteran forward Olivier Giroud.

By Associated Press 5 days ago

Ambitious AC Milan the team to beat again as Serie A action resumes today

Africa in 'advanced' discussions to buy monkeypox vaccines

The two-dose vaccine is considered the main medical weapon against the disease, but its availability is limited.

By Associated Press 6 days ago

Africa in 'advanced' discussions to buy monkeypox vaccines

FIFA looks to start World Cup in Qatar 1 day earlier

Host nation Qatar is set to play in the opening game of its own World Cup tournament after all — and on a stand-alone day

By Associated Press 6 days ago

FIFA looks to start World Cup in Qatar 1 day earlier

Serena loses 1st match since saying she's prepared to retire

Serena Williams wore her game face when she stepped out into the stadium for her first match since telling the world she is ready to leave professional tennis.

By Associated Press 6 days ago

Serena loses 1st match since saying she's prepared to retire

Russia struggles to replenish its troops in Ukraine

There are reports that hundreds of Russian soldiers are refusing to fight and trying to quit the military.

By Associated Press 6 days ago

Russia struggles to replenish its troops in Ukraine

African wildlife parks face threat of climate change and infrastructure

The parks not only protect flora and fauna but also act as natural carbon sinks. The growth of urban populations and the building that goes with it have also added to the pressure on parks.

By Associated Press 6 days ago

African wildlife parks face threat of climate change and infrastructure

Antony Blinken in Rwanda to discuss Congo tensions, human rights

In a meeting with Rwandan President Kagame, Blinken discussed efforts to ease the tensions. US Secretary of State says reports of Rwanda’s support for M23 appeared ‘credible’.

By Associated Press 6 days ago

Antony Blinken in Rwanda to discuss Congo tensions, human rights

Serena Williams says 'countdown has begun' to retirement

Saying “the countdown has begun,” 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams announced Tuesday she is ready to step away from tennis so she can turn her focus to having another child

By Associated Press 7 days ago

Serena Williams says 'countdown has begun' to retirement

Former Twitter worker convicted of spying for Saudi Arabia

A former Twitter employee has been convicted of failing to register as an agent for Saudi Arabia and other charges after accessing private data on users.

By Associated Press 7 days ago

Former Twitter worker convicted of spying for Saudi Arabia

Man charged with killings of two Muslims in US

“The driver was detained, and he is our primary suspect for the murders,” the tweet said.

By Associated Press 7 days ago

Man charged with killings of two Muslims in US

Kobe Bryant crash photos lawsuit to be heard by LA jury

Kobe Bryant was one of the most photogenic sports figures in Los Angeles and images of him seen by millions around the world —

By Associated Press 7 days ago

Kobe Bryant crash photos lawsuit to be heard by LA jury

Morata may help Atltico Madrid complete its attack

Atlético Madrid’s biggest addition to its squad this season may end up being a player who already belonged to the club.

By Associated Press 7 days ago

Morata may help Atltico Madrid complete its attack

Trump says FBI have raided his Florida home

“After working and cooperating with the relevant Government agencies, this unannounced raid on my home was not necessary or appropriate,” Trump said.

By Associated Press 8 days ago

Trump says FBI have raided his Florida home

Sevilla confirms signing ex-Spain midfielder Isco

Sevilla confirmed the signing of former Spain and Real Madrid midfielder Isco Alarcón on Monday.

By Associated Press 8 days ago

Sevilla confirms signing ex-Spain midfielder Isco

Serena Williams announces 'farewell' to tennis

Serena Williams says she is ‘evolving away from tennis’

By Associated Press 8 days ago

Serena Williams announces 'farewell' to tennis

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