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Benzema, Asensio on target as Real Madrid down Juventus 2-0 in friendly
Karim Benzema converted an early penalty and Marco Asensio added a second-half insurance goal as Real Madrid beat Juventus 2-0 in a pre-season friendly at California's Rose Bowl on Saturday.
Chinese booster rocket makes uncontrolled return to Earth
A Chinese booster rocket made an uncontrolled return to Earth on Saturday, leading US officials to chide Beijing for not sharing information about the potentially hazardous object's descent.
Lebanese face long 'insulting' queues to buy bread
In bankrupt Lebanon, Khalil Mansour has to queue for hours every day just to buy bread for his family and some days he can't afford any.
De Minaur rallies to book Atlanta final against Brooksby
Third-seeded Alex de Minaur fought back from a set down for a second straight match on Saturday, downing Ilya Ivashka 5-7, 6-2, 6-2 to reach the final of the ATP Atlanta Open.
Cyprus tourism rebounds despite sanctions-hit Russia plunge
Beside sparkling Mediterranean waters at the Cypriot resort town of Ayia Napa, the bars are bouncing with foam dance parties as tourist numbers rebound following two tough years of pandemic.
Saudi women DJs go from hobbyists to headliners
Standing behind her control tower with headphones around her neck, Saudi DJ Leen Naif segues smoothly between pop hits and club tracks for a crowd of business school graduates noshing on sushi.
China's July factory activity weakens on soft demand
China's manufacturing activity logged a surprise drop in July, official data showed Sunday, on the back of weak demand and as strict zero-Covid restrictions continue to cast a pall on growth.
England urged to seize the day for women's football fever
England women's captain Leah Williamson called on the Lionesses to seize the opportunity of a lifetime with the host nation gripped for Sunday's Euro 2022 final against Germany at Wembley.
Mountain melt shutters classic Alpine routes
Little snow cover and glaciers melting at an alarming rate amid Europe's sweltering heatwaves have put some of the most classic Alpine hiking routes off-limits.
Senegal elects parliament in test for presidential vote
Senegalese voters head to the polls Sunday for parliamentary elections the opposition hopes will force a coalition with President Macky Sall and curb any ambitions he may hold for a third term.
Crypto clients beg for their cash back after lender's crash
An Irishman at risk of losing his farm. An American having suicidal thoughts. An 84-year-old widow's lost life savings: People caught in the meltdown of crypto lender Celsius are pleading for their money back.
Ex-F1 race director Masi reveals death threats, 'vile' abuse
Axed Formula One race director Michael Masi Sunday revealed he was bombarded with "vile" abuse and death threats after his stunning call that cost Lewis Hamilton an eighth world title.
Guatemalan corruption at one of 'worst' levels, says ombudsman
Corruption in Guatemala is at unprecedented levels under an "authoritarian" government that punishes prosecutors and judges investigating organized crime, the country's ombudsman told AFP in an interview.
Pro-democracy petition garners 500,000 signatures in Brazil
More than half a million people have signed a petition in "defense of democracy" in Brazil in response to President Jair Bolsonaro's attacks on public institutions and the electoral system.
Australian swim star McKeon, New Zealand cyclists dazzle at Commonwealths
Emma McKeon needs just one more title to break the record for most Australian Commonwealth Games golds after yet another win in the pool on Saturday as New Zealand dominated on the cycling track.
Zelensky urges evacuation of Ukraine's frontline Donetsk
Ukraine's president urged civilians on Saturday to evacuate the frontline Donetsk region, the scene of fierce clashes with the Russian military, as Kyiv called on the Red Cross and UN to gain access to its soldiers being held by Moscow's forces.
McKeon equals Australian Commonwealth gold record
Emma McKeon equalled Australia's all-time record of 10 Commonwealth gold medals on Saturday as Scotland's Duncan Scott avenged his Olympic freestyle defeat at the hands of his friend Tom Dean.
Alcaraz eyes Wimbledon revenge mission over Sinner in Umag final
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz survived a worrying ankle injury scare to beat Giulio Zeppieri and set-up an Umag final showdown against Jannik Sinner, the man who ended his Wimbledon hopes.
Chinese booster rocket makes uncontrolled return to Earth: US officials
A Chinese booster rocket made an uncontrolled return to Earth on Saturday, US Defense Department officials said, as they chided Beijing for not sharing information on the potentially hazardous object's descent.
Paul eyes Olympic glory after Commonwealth cycling gold for Trinidad and Tobago
"Impossible is Nothing" is Nicholas Paul's mantra and on Saturday he turned his words into deeds by winning Trinidad and Tobago's first Commonwealth Games cycling gold since 1966.
Mane opens Bayern account in German Super Cup triumph
Sadio Mane opened his competitive goal-scoring account for Bayern Munich as the Bundesliga champions defeated Leipzig 5-3 to capture the German Super Cup for a 10th time on Saturday.
Biden again tests positive for Covid, returns to isolation
Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 for a second time and is returning to isolation, his White House doctor said Saturday, attributing the result to "rebound" positivity from treatment the US president received.
Alcaraz survives injury scare to reach sixth final of 2022
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz survived a worrying ankle injury scare as well as a three-hour duel against Giulio Zeppieri to reach his sixth final of 2022 in Umag on Saturday.
England ready for 'fairytale' women's Euro 2022 final against Germany
England women's captain Leah Williamson called on the Lionesses to seize a "day of opportunity" by winning a major tournament for the first time in the Euro 2022 final on Sunday.
Golden Gate leads Kiwi cycling medal charge at Commonwealths
Aaron Gate led a New Zealand one-two in the men's 4,000-metre pursuit at the Commonwealth Games on Saturday -- a day the Kiwis dominated with three titles.
Kyiv urges UN, Red Cross to help Russia-held forces as gas flows cut
Russian energy giant Gazprom on Saturday suspended gas supplies to Latvia, as Ukraine announced it had asked the Red Cross and UN to gain access to its soldiers being held by Russian forces.
Nunez outshines Haaland as Liverpool beat Man City to Community Shield
Liverpool struck first blood against Manchester City ahead of the new Premier League season as Darwin Nunez made an instant impact for Jurgen Klopp's men to win the Community Shield 3-1.
'Incredible feeling' as Russell claims maiden pole
George Russell of Mercedes beat both Ferraris and world champion Max Verstappen to claim his maiden pole position with a spectacular last-gasp lap in Saturday's qualifying for the Hungarian Grand Prix.
'Tough' and 'frustrating' as Verstappen struggles in Hungary
A frustrated Max Verstappen said he expects to have a tough race in Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix after qualifying only 10th for Red Bull due to technical problems on Saturday.
Djokovic says 'preparing' to play US Open despite vaccination ban
Novak Djokovic said Saturday he is "preparing to compete" at the US Open even though his refusal to get vaccinated will see him barred from entering the country.
Ageless Anderson keen to prove 40 is just another number
England great James Anderson turned 40 on Saturday, an age where many pacemen of previous eras would have long since retired.
Brilliant van Vleuten powers to yellow jersey in women's Tour de France
Dutch veteran Annemiek van Vleuten took the yellow jersey in the women's Tour de France with a crushing performance in the mountains which powered her to a remarkable solo victory on Saturday's penultimate stage.