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Nigerian forces suffered casualties in kidnap rescue: army

German-born Segner 'over the moon' as All Blacks dream comes true

Over 900,000 people flee in China as typhoon lashes Taiwan, Japan islands

African results justify World Cup slots increase amid criticism

MSF Ebola training in Kenya prepares doctors for 'intense' job

Jordan humbled to break try record as All Blacks rout Italy 47-17

Duplantis thrives on new home turf in Monaco

Jordan breaks All Blacks try record in 47-17 rout of Italy

England battle Norway as Argentina face Swiss in World Cup last eight

New Zealand, India strike 'milestone' strategic partnership

Thousands shelter in Taiwan as typhoon lashes Japan islands

Scaloni wants 'never-say-die' legacy for Argentina

Lionel Scaloni said he wants his Argentina team to be remembered as a side that "never gave up" as he prepares them to face Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday.

New Zealand, India form 'strategic partnership'

New Zealand and India announced Saturday a "strategic partnership" including in defence and security during a landmark visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to build on burgeoning trade ties.

Scaloni wants Argentina's legacy to be 'never say die'

Lionel Scaloni said he wants his Argentina team to be remembered as a side that "never gives up" as he prepares them to face Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday.

Courtois 'proud' as sun sets on Belgium's 'Golden Generation'

Thibaut Courtois said he was proud of Belgium's fabled "Golden Generation" on Friday as their final shot at winning a major title ended in a World Cup quarter-final defeat to Spain.

Spain into World Cup semi-final with France after late strike against Belgium

Spain struck late to beat Belgium 2-1 on Friday and move onto a blockbuster World Cup semi-final against France after a game decided by a goalkeeping error from Senne Lammens.

Economic uncertainty looms over Venezuela quake zone

Economic woes have joined the long list of worries facing Venezuelans living in the coastal region that suffered unthinkable damage during twin tremors a fortnight ago.

Boeing unveils new 737 MAX production line as aviation giant charts comeback

Boeing marked another step in a marathon comeback Friday when it celebrated expanded production of the 737 MAX, now an aircraft in heavy demand after earlier disasters tarnished the company's reputation.

'Beast' Haaland a different player to me, says Kane

England captain Harry Kane labelled Erling Haaland "a machine" but said he and Norway's "beast" of a number nine are completely different players as they prepare to face off in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final.

Wemby inks Spurs extension, tells fans 'I'm here to stay'

Victor Wembanyama signed a long-term contract extension with the NBA San Antonio Spurs on Friday after telling supporters: "I'm here to stay. Whatever it takes."

My goals don't matter if we win World Cup, says Yamal

Lamine Yamal said if Spain wins the World Cup nobody will care about his failure to score, after the teen superstar was again absent from the scoresheet in his side's 2-1 quarter-final win over Belgium on Friday.

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