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Ebola risk now at highest level in DR Congo, says WHO

Ebola risk now at highest level in DR Congo, says WHO

The risk from the deadly Ebola outbreak has been raised to the highest level for the Democratic Republic of Congo, the World Health Organization said Friday, as the toll continued to rise.

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Rising Spain star Jodar wants to 'follow own path' at Roland Garros

Rising Spain star Jodar wants to 'follow own path' at Roland Garros

Rafael Jodar may share the same first name and nationality as Roland Garros' greatest ever champion but the Spanish teenager told reporters Friday that he wants to do things his way as he prepares to make his Grand Slam debut on clay.

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Wawrinka considering return for famous French Open shorts

Wawrinka considering return for famous French Open shorts

Stan Wawrinka says he is considering giving the famous pair of shorts he wore en route to the 2015 French Open title a final wear at his farewell Roland Garros, but he will have to ask to borrow them back from the tournament's on-site museum.

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Success fuels Guardiola's campaign for a 'better society'

Success fuels Guardiola's campaign for a 'better society'

Pep Guardiola is more than a football manager, using his high-profile platform to highlight causes close to his heart.

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SpaceX to retry Starship test launch Friday

SpaceX to retry Starship test launch Friday

Elon Musk's SpaceX will attempt another launch of its mammoth Starship rocket Friday, after the previous evening's try was called off over technical issues.

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Spurs must play with 'blood, character, and spirit': De Zerbi

Spurs must play with 'blood, character, and spirit': De Zerbi

Roberto De Zerbi has urged his Tottenham team to play with "blood, character and spirit" as they battle to avoid a first relegation in 49 years on Sunday.

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Stocks gain, oil higher as investors weigh Mideast peace prospects

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'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

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

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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