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The phone call that made Briton an NFL trailblazer
Seydou Traore, a 23-year-old from south London, has become the first graduate of England’s NFL Academy to be selected in the NFL Draft, being picked by the Miami Dolphins. His journey began when he discovered American football at 16 after playing as a goalkeeper, before joining the inaugural intake of the NFL Academy in 2019,…
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Uefa to hold emergency meeting over Fifa World Cup plans
Uefa will hold an emergency virtual meeting of all 55 member associations on Thursday afternoon to discuss its response to Fifa’s controversial World Cup stakeholder plans, led by president Gianni Infantino. Tensions have escalated after it emerged that Fifa gave all 211 member associations a deadline to accept the deal or lose a one-off payout,…
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England’s 1966 World Cup heroes were fun, humble and unlike today’s stars
A Guardian columnist reflects on personal encounters with England’s 1966 World Cup-winning squad, marking 60 years since the triumph, portraying the players as down-to-earth and approachable in contrast with the wealth and detachment of today’s Premier League stars. The piece uses anecdotes involving Geoff Hurst, Alf Ramsey and the Charlton brothers to illustrate an era…
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France wildfires, Fauci pardon row and NHS doctor’s 86th birthday retirement lead the news
Fire crews battle wildfires forcing mass evacuations in France’s Gironde, while Republican James Comer questions Fauci’s Biden pardon after his Fifth Amendment plea. At home, V&A East Storehouse staff back strike action, England’s netballers thrash Tonga at the Commonwealth Games, and Taiwan Travelogue wins the Booker.
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Banks, Kim introduce stuttering legislation with backing of former NBA player
US Senators Jim Banks and Andy Kim have introduced legislation aimed at improving support and public understanding for people who stutter, with former NBA player Jason Kidd backing the effort. The proposal matters because stuttering can affect education, employment and social participation, while awareness and access to specialist care remain uneven. The bill, referred to…
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WNBA yanks Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese betting post after fans blast league hypocrisy online
The WNBA removed a social media post promoting a friendly $400 wager between Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers and Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese after fans criticised the league for appearing to endorse gambling among its players. The clip, filmed during All-Star Weekend, showed the two stars casually agreeing to the bet on their upcoming…
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US Launches Sustained Military Campaign Against Iran as Cyberattacks Target American Infrastructure
The United States has initiated a prolonged military confrontation with Iran, moving beyond isolated strikes to what officials characterise as a multi-week campaign following an attack involving American troops in Jordan
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Mauricio Pochettino nearing new deal to stay as United States manager through 2030 FIFA World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly closing in on a new contract to remain the United States men’s national team manager through to the 2030 FIFA World Cup, despite the side’s disappointing exit from the 2026 tournament. The extension would give the Argentine continuity to build towards the next World Cup, which the US will co-host alongside…
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Rio Ngumoha’s deflected strike gives experimental Liverpool win over Wrexham
Liverpool won 1-0 against Wrexham in a pre-season friendly at Yankee Stadium in New York, with substitute Rio Ngumoha’s deflected effort proving decisive. It marked a second consecutive victory for head coach Andoni Iraola on his first pre-season tour in charge, though the match itself offered few clear-cut chances for either side. Ngumoha’s shot, taken…
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Iran tensions escalate, water systems hit by cyberattack, chip stocks slide
Trump ramps up rhetoric against Tehran after a Jordan troop attack, Minnesota water utilities suffer a suspected Iranian cyberattack, and semiconductor shares tumble amid AI valuation doubts; plus BTS snub the 2027 Grammys.