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Arteta lauds goalscorer Havertz on Leverkusen return

Despite reputation, bonobos are aggressive, particularly toward males: study

Cracknell senses Wales close to ending Six Nations losing streak

'Happy (and safe) shooting!': Study says AI chatbots help plot attacks

Late Havertz penalty snatches Arsenal draw at Leverkusen

Mexico considering social media restriction for minors: minister to AFP

New crackdown feared in Iran after police chief brands protesters 'enemies'

Greek appeals court hands neo-Nazi leaders 13-year sentences

Dortmund extend deal with in-demand Nmecha until 2030

All-conquering Mullins lands Champion Chase with Il Etait Temps

Albania TikTok ban violated free speech, court rules

Cathay Pacific expects to carry more passengers in 2026

Hong Kong carrier Cathay Pacific said on Wednesday it expected to boost its capacity to carry passengers by around 10 percent this year despite a "volatile" geopolitical environment.

Yak hack: Kyrgyz want the world to love their blonde bovine beauties

Dozens of white yaks frolicked in the pristine snow of the vast Kyrgyz mountains, butting heads and locking horns as their herders watched on from their horses.

Italy stun USA to leave hosts on brink at World Baseball Classic

Italy pulled off a stunning 8-6 upset over the United States in the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday, leaving the star-studded hosts facing possible elimination from the tournament.

Shabby beauty: Inside Japan's oldest, defiant student dorm

Graffiti defaces tattered clay walls and trash piles up in Japan's oldest student dormitory, but Masako Ueda is savouring every last moment in the mice-infested building slated for temporary closure.

Italy stun United States 8-6 in World Baseball Classic

Italy pulled off a stunning 8-6 upset over the United States in the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday, leaving the star-studded hosts facing possible elimination from the tournament.

Sabalenka powers past Osaka, sets Indian Wells QF clash with Mboko

World number one Aryna Sabalenka powered into the Indian Wells quarter-finals on Tuesday with a statement 6-2, 6-4 victory over former champion Naomi Osaka in a battle of Grand Slam winners.

Politics meets football as China, Taiwan face off at Asian Cup

China and Taiwan will clash this week in a politically tinged Women's Asian Cup quarter-final while Australia hope that a bumper home crowd can help drag them through against a dangerous North Korea.

History offers Scots hope of ending losing run to Irish

Scotland's astonishing 50-40 victory over France should make them favourites to beat Ireland on Saturday in their final Six Nations match, save for one thing -- the Irish have beaten them in their last 11 Tests dating back to 2017.

Trump-Infantino 'bromance' tested by Middle East war

The US-Israeli war on Iran represents a serious challenge to FIFA chief Gianni Infantino's relationship with President Donald Trump less than three months before the World Cup, even if shared economic interests mean the alliance is likely to survive, analysts say.

Ruthless Sinner subdues Fonseca to reach Indian Wells quarter-finals

Four-time major champion Jannik Sinner edged talented Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca 7-6 (8/6), 7-6 (7/4) in a scintillating Stadium Court clash on Tuesday to reach the quarter-finals at Indian Wells.

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