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Swiatek says women's tennis does not need 'Battle of the Sexes'

Fritz struggling with 'serious tendonitis' ahead of Australian Open

Sprawling CES gadgetfest a world stage for AI and its hype

Zverev admits 'a lot of catching up' to reel in Alcaraz, Sinner

Smith bats away retirement talk as he keeps England guessing

NFL MVP Allen 'good to go' to extend streak in stadium farewell

Grok under fire after complaints it undressed minors in photos

Steelers' Watt 'excited' to return after lung injury

Lens move four points clear of PSG at top of Ligue 1

Tesla loses EV crown to China's BYD in 2025 as sales slip

Sparklers blamed for deadly Swiss bar fire

Frank confident he can win over disgruntled Spurs fans

Thomas Frank said he shares the frustrations of Tottenham fans after another lacklustre display from his team but believes he will win them over.

6.5-magnitude quake shakes Mexico City and beach resort

A 6.5-magnitude earthquake rattled Mexico's capital and a tourist hotspot on the Pacific coast on Friday, killing at least one person but causing no serious damage.

Tech campaigner decries US 'punishment' after visa sanctions

British tech campaigner Imran Ahmed on Friday decried a US visa ban as "punishment" for his organization's work combating disinformation and holding major online platforms accountable, telling AFP that Washington's actions amounted to "tyrannical behavior."

Swiss send dozens injured in bar fire abroad for treatment

Swiss authorities on Friday said dozens of people badly burned in a fire in a bar in a ski resort during New Year's Eve celebrations -- in which 40 people died -- were being taken to nearby countries for specialised treatment.

Stokes urges England to stick with McCullum despite Ashes defeat

Ben Stokes has urged England chiefs to keep faith with "Bazball" architect Brendon McCullum despite a stinging Ashes defeat in Australia.

USA Olympic squad of NHL stars heavy on Four Nations talent

USA Hockey unveiled the roster of NHL stars for next month's Winter Olympics on Friday, a 25-man lineup that includes 21 players from last year's emotional Four Nations Face-Off.

France hooker Mauvaka returns after eight-month layoff

Toulouse and France hooker Peato Mauvaka will return from an eight-month injury layoff this weekend, his Top 14 club said on Friday, just over one month before the start of the Six Nations.

Nigeria police charge fatal Joshua crash driver with dangerous driving

Nigerian police on Friday charged the driver of a car carrying British boxer Anthony Joshua that was involved in a fatal crash with "reckless" and "dangerous driving causing death".

Guardiola reaffirms City contract as Maresca speculation builds

Pep Guardiola has reiterated his desire to stay on at Manchester City despite reports that former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has held talks about potentially taking over at the Etihad.

2025 was UK's hottest and sunniest year on record

Last year was Britain's hottest and sunniest on record, the national weather service confirmed on Friday, calling it a "clear demonstration" of the impacts of climate change.

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