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Hollywood in shock after Will Smith slaps Chris Rock at Oscars

Hollywood in shock after Will Smith slaps Chris Rock at Oscars

It was supposed to be a celebration of Hollywood filmmaking, but Will Smith hitting Chris Rock over a joke about his wife provided the evening's most talked-about drama and a moment that will go down in Oscars history.

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Lewandowski, Ibrahimovic seek World Cup place as Poland, Sweden clash

Lewandowski, Ibrahimovic seek World Cup place as Poland, Sweden clash

Either Robert Lewandowski or Zlatan Ibrahimovic will miss out on the chance to play at the 2022 World Cup when Poland and Sweden clash in Tuesday's play-off.

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North Macedonia game 'matter of life and death', says Ronaldo

North Macedonia game 'matter of life and death', says Ronaldo

Portugal's World Cup play-off against North Macedonia on Tuesday is a "matter of life and death", said Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of the game.

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Elgar 'comfortable' some key players opted for IPL over South Africa

Elgar 'comfortable' some key players opted for IPL over South Africa

South African Test captain Dean Elgar said on Monday he was "comfortable" with the decision of key players to make themselves unavailable for a Test series against Bangladesh, which starts at Kingsmead in Durban on Thursday.

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Spain unveils economic plan to ease Ukraine war impact

Spain unveils economic plan to ease Ukraine war impact

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez unveiled plans Monday to offer 16 billion euros ($17.5 billion) in direct aid and loans for families and companies hit by the impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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It's crazy, admits history-making Eritrean cyclist Girmay

It's crazy, admits history-making Eritrean cyclist Girmay

Eritrean Biniam Girmay said he is still coming to grips with his "crazy" victory in Sunday's Gent-Wevelgem, which saw him become the first African cyclist to win a one-day classic.

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Unbeaten German boss Flick welcomes Dutch test in Amsterdam

Unbeaten German boss Flick welcomes Dutch test in Amsterdam

Germany head coach Hansi Flick is relishing the chance to see his team take on fellow European giants the Netherlands in a friendly on Tuesday.

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Oil sinks over China demand fears, as stocks rise on Ukraine talks

Oil sinks over China demand fears, as stocks rise on Ukraine talks

World oil prices dived Monday as Shanghai's phased Covid lockdown reignited fears over Chinese energy demand.

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Mancini hints he will stay Italy boss despite World Cup disaster

Mancini hints he will stay Italy boss despite World Cup disaster

Roberto Mancini dropped a big hint on Monday he will stay on as Italy coach despite the Azzurri failing to qualify for the World Cup for a second successive time.

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UAE reaffirms OPEC+ commitment, says West must be 'reasonable'

UAE reaffirms OPEC+ commitment, says West must be 'reasonable'

The United Arab Emirates on Monday urged Western countries to be "reasonable" in their expectations, underlining its commitment to the global OPEC+ energy alliance.

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