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Former Vikings captain Jack Brewer calls out Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve for ‘trans kids belong’ shirt
Former Minnesota Vikings captain Jack Brewer has publicly criticised Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve after she wore a shirt reading “trans kids belong” ahead of Sunday’s WNBA game against the Indiana Fever. The match was preceded by dueling protests outside the Target Center, with women’s rights activists supporting Fever player Sophie Cunningham’s stance on…
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Goodburn pleads for more funding for rare cancer research
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, who was diagnosed with brain cancer at 22, is urging the UK government to provide further funding for rare cancer research, following the recent passing of the Rare Cancers Bill. His appeal highlights the ongoing gap between new legislation and the practical funding needed to support research and treatment for less…
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Football transfer rumours: Chelsea’s Mudryk to reunite with Lampard at Coventry?
This Guardian round-up of transfer gossip focuses on interest in Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk, who has been free to move since his doping ban ended, with several Premier League and European clubs reportedly enquiring about him, including Coventry City, managed by his former Chelsea boss Frank Lampard. The wider article compiles a broad sweep of…
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NIFL call EGM with members to avoid season delay
The Northern Ireland Football League (NIFL) has called an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) with its member clubs for Tuesday in a bid to prevent the delay of the new Irish Premiership and Championship seasons. The move follows a legal challenge from Banbridge Town, whose appeal against being excluded from NIFL’s restructured league system was upheld…
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Trump snaps back to diplomacy, but Iran has other ideas
President Trump is turning back to diplomacy in the Middle East, seeking a new deal with Iran that his administration failed to secure through waves of military strikes. But the negotiations, which the president claimed would resume Monday, got off to a rocky start, with Iran denying any resumption in talks with the U.S., while…
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‘Give us a chance to fight for our lives’ – Goodburn asks PM for more cancer funding
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, who was diagnosed with inoperable brain tumours over two years ago, made an emotional plea to Prime Minister Andy Burnham on BBC Breakfast for greater investment in brain cancer research. The 25-year-old, who competed for Scotland in the 50m breaststroke at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, called for a national brain…
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Concacaf countries considering withdrawing support for under-fire Gianni Infantino
Several Concacaf countries are weighing whether to formally withdraw their backing for Fifa president Gianni Infantino, mirroring a move already under way in Europe. All 41 Concacaf members had submitted letters endorsing Infantino’s re-election before the World Cup, but many are now reconsidering that support after an emergency confederation meeting last Friday, where members reportedly…
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‘My dad saw the joy in everything – right up to his death’: Tributes paid to Jimmy Cricket
Tributes have been paid to comedian Jimmy Cricket, who died on Monday at the age of 80 following a short illness. Best known for his wellington boots, battered bowler hat and catchphrases, he has been remembered by family and fellow entertainers as an inspirational figure who brought joy and kindness to those around him throughout…
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Still got soccer fever after this year’s World Cup? This rare Sheffield Wednesday novelty camera needs your attention – Amateur Photographer
This is looping between the Google News redirect and the consent page without ever reaching the actual article — I’m unable to retrieve the real content, and I don’t have permission to use web search to find an alternative copy. I can’t produce a reliable summary here: the only “article text” provided was Google’s cookie-consent…
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Man Utd’s George closing in on Brighton move
Manchester United defender Gabby George is closing in on a move to Brighton ahead of the new Women’s Super League season, in a deal reportedly worth a six-figure fee. The 29-year-old is seeking regular first-team football, and the transfer would bolster Brighton’s squad as they continue an ambitious summer rebuilding effort. George, who has a…