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Political turbulence, Kirk case ruling, and Shein’s rocky Hong Kong debut
Overseas, an expert warns migration and cost-of-living frustrations are boosting Pauline Hanson’s One Nation; a Utah judge weighs sending Tyler Robinson to trial over Charlie Kirk’s killing; Shein shares slid on their Hong Kong listing; plus Wawrinka’s US Open farewell and tributes to Dolly Parton.
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Nvidia launches DLSS 5 with NBA 2K27 amid criticism
Nvidia is launching DLSS 5, the latest version of its AI upscaling technology, alongside NBA 2K27 on 3 September, after leaked previews of the feature sparked a fierce backlash among gamers and critics. Unlike earlier DLSS versions, which mainly improved resolution and frame rates, DLSS 5 can alter character models and environments in pursuit of…
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The big WSL and WSL2 season preview: Women’s Football Weekly – podcast
The Guardian’s Women’s Football Weekly podcast returns with a preview of the 2026-27 WSL and WSL2 season, as hosts Faye Carruthers and Suzanne Wrack are joined by Emma Sanders and Sophie Downey to discuss the busy off-season and offer predictions ahead of a bumper campaign. The panel covers transfer activity, the arrival of a marquee…
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Beckham and Mourinho pay tribute to Messi
Sir David Beckham, Jose Mourinho and several of Lionel Messi’s former team-mates have paid tribute to the Argentine following his retirement from international football. Beckham, co-owner of Messi’s club Inter Miami, said the 39-year-old had inspired “millions of children worldwide” and that his “legacy will live forever”, while Real Madrid manager Mourinho, who often faced…
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Denver support underscores demand for women’s team
Janine Sonis, the Canada international full-back playing for her hometown club Denver Summit in its debut NWSL season, has spoken about the significance of the club’s strong fan support and her own personal enjoyment of the campaign. The 32-year-old, currently deployed at left-back, said playing in front of large crowds, including 63,000 fans at the…
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‘I was scared to tell my old teammates’: Victoria Pelova on making leap from Arsenal to Spurs
Netherlands midfielder Victoria Pelova has completed a rare amicable cross-town move in women’s football, leaving Arsenal for north London rivals Tottenham despite being a fan favourite at the Emirates. The 27-year-old says the switch was made easier by the warm support of her former teammates, and she credits Tottenham head coach Martin Ho’s clear vision…
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Aston Villa complete £47m Mbaye signing
Aston Villa have completed a pair of deadline-day signings, bringing in teenage Senegal winger Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris St-Germain for €55m (£47m) and England centre-back Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton for an initial £25m, rising to £29m with add-ons, after two earlier Villa bids were rejected. The moves cap a heavy summer rebuild under Unai Emery,…
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GB’s Fery returns to Grand Slam stage – what lies ahead?
British men’s number one Arthur Fery is making his senior US Open debut, having climbed from outside the world’s top 300 a year ago to a career-high ranking of 33rd following his surprise run to the Wimbledon semi-finals. The 24-year-old opens against Italian 13th seed Lorenzo Musetti on Tuesday, a challenging draw as Fery narrowly…
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Stokes to play for Adelaide Strikers in Big Bash
Ben Stokes has signed with the Adelaide Strikers for the 2026-27 Big Bash League season, marking a new chapter after his shock retirement from international cricket in June. The former England captain, one of the game’s most celebrated all-rounders, retired mid-series during a 2-1 home Test defeat to New Zealand, and his move into franchise…
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Wrexham close in on Sheffield Utd’s O’Hare
Wrexham have completed the signing of attacking midfielder Callum O’Hare from Championship rivals Sheffield United on transfer deadline day, for a fee believed to be around £6.5m. The 28-year-old has signed a three-year contract, with an option for a further year, underlining the ambition of the Welsh club as they push for promotion towards the…