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Donald Trump’s top diplomat in Australia named as tennis ‘fanatic’ David Brat – who once called Adelaide ‘Adeline’
Donald Trump has nominated former Republican congressman David Brat to become the United States ambassador to Australia, ending a long vacancy in the post. At his Senate confirmation hearing, Brat said he would focus on critical minerals, defence cooperation and the Indo-Pacific partnership, all central issues in the US–Australia alliance. Brat described himself as a…
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Former NBA player Royce White says he is declaring for next WNBA Draft after Enes Kanter announcement
Former NBA player Royce White told Fox News Digital he plans to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft, shortly after former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom made a similar announcement. White said he identifies as transgender and as a woman for basketball purposes, placing the announcement within the wider debate over transgender participation in women’s…
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Liverpool close to signing Barcelona’s Araujo on loan
Liverpool are close to signing Barcelona and Uruguay centre-back Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan, with an option to make the move permanent. The prospective deal would strengthen Liverpool’s defence after Ibrahima Konate left for Real Madrid on a free transfer. Araujo, 27, is expected to join Liverpool’s squad this weekend. He has made more…
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Late NBA player Brandon Clarke died of accidental heroin and cocaine overdose, authorities say
Authorities said former Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke died from an accidental overdose involving heroin and cocaine. He was found dead at his home in Los Angeles on 11 May, with the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner issuing its determination on Friday. The medical examiner attributed the death to the effects of heroin…
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England’s Hull closes in on Huang after historic 62
Charley Hull produced a historic second-round 62 at the PIF London Championship, breaking the Centurion Club course record and moving to within one shot of leader Anna Huang. The bogey-free round equalled the lowest score in Ladies European Tour history, giving Hull strong momentum despite saying she has been exhausted and managing ongoing injuries. Hull,…
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Leeds fight back to beat Wakefield in thriller
Leeds Rhinos came from behind to beat Wakefield Trinity 24-22 in a dramatic Super League top-of-the-table match, extending their lead at the summit to four points. The late victory underlined Leeds’ resilience and strengthened their prospects of securing the League Leaders’ Shield and a top-two finish. Wakefield led 16-0 before Brodie Croft gave Leeds hope,…
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Partick Thistle beat Livingston in Scottish Championship
Partick Thistle beat Livingston 2-0 at Firhill in a Scottish Championship meeting between two sides expected to challenge for promotion. The result gives Thistle an important early advantage over a direct rival in the race for promotion. Robbie Crawford opened the scoring with an early back-heel, before Livingston’s Cammy MacPherson scored an own goal to…
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Will Lankshear starts off in style to see Middlesborough past Wrexham
Will Lankshear marked his Middlesbrough debut with the decisive goal in a 1-0 Carabao Cup first-round win over Wrexham. The £10m signing from Tottenham scored a first-time volley in the 61st minute, giving new manager Kim Hellberg a positive start to the season and securing Boro’s progress. Middlesbrough had earlier been denied by Danny Ward’s…
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San Francisco dad questioned by park rangers for teaching his own kids tennis at public court
A San Francisco father says park rangers questioned him while he was practising tennis with his young children at a public court, warning that he might need a permit to teach lessons. The incident has drawn attention because it raises questions about how rules on commercial instruction are applied when parents are simply helping their…
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Man City explore Fernandez move – Saturday’s gossip
Manchester City are reportedly exploring a move for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez as Rodri is expected to join Barcelona, while Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool are also linked with several high-profile transfer targets. The reports underline the potential scale of summer squad rebuilding among leading Premier League clubs, though the claims remain speculative and originate…