Stocks gain, oil higher as investors weigh Mideast peace prospects
Stocks pushed higher Friday while oil prices rose as traders tracked headlines on the chances for peace in the Middle East, against a backdrop of corporate earnings optimism and AI enthusiasm that have pushed indexes to record highs.
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Barcelona's Putellas dismisses talk of future before Champions League final
Barcelona star Alexia Putellas on Friday refused to answer questions about her future beyond this season as the former Ballon d'Or winner prepares to lead the Catalans into the Women's Champions League final against Lyon.
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Carrick appointed as Man Utd permanent coach
Michael Carrick said he wanted to make Manchester United challengers for major trophies again after the club confirmed him as their new permanent head coach on a two-year contract on Friday.
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Italy's Bettiol claims Giro 13th stage, Eulalio holds lead
Alberto Bettiol won the 13th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Friday while Afonso Eulalio retained the overall lead as the contenders kept their powder dry ahead of a big weekend for the general classification.
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Sabalenka poised to 'go for it' at Roland Garros
Aryna Sabalenka said Friday she is ready, in body and mind, to conquer clay and take a first Roland Garros title.
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Latest Neuer injury 'no danger' for World Cup, say Bayern
Manuel Neuer's latest injury setback will not impact his participation at this summer's World Cup, Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl insisted on Friday.
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Sinner says returning to Roland Garros 'special feeling' after 2025 final
World number one Jannik Sinner said on Friday that coming back to the home of the French Open was "nice" despite it bringing back memories of the iconic final last year, which he lost in five sets to Carlos Alcaraz.
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Castro backers rally in front of US embassy in Havana
Thousands of protesters waving Cuban flags rallied in front of the American embassy in Havana on Friday, in a show of support for ex-president Raul Castro following his US indictment.
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PSG defender Hakimi bids to have rape case dismissed
Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi, who is facing trial for alleged rape, on Friday sought to have the case dismissed in court, AFP learned from a source close to the case.
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Archives interrupted: Vintage pics show Gaza 'we no longer know'
When Kegham Djeghalian photographed daily life in Gaza last century, the Palestinian territory was synonymous with Hollywood-inspired brides, fancy dress parties and excursions to smoke a hookah at the beach.
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