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Selfie-hunting influencers spark chaos in the Dolomites as huge queues form to climb mountain for view of world-famous triple peak
Overcrowding has become a serious problem in Italy’s Dolomites as social media influencers flock to a popular mountain viewpoint to capture the perfect photo of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, the region’s famous triple-peaked rock formation. Huge queues have formed as visitors climb the mountain purely for a selfie opportunity, causing congestion and disruption in…
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Oliver Tree’s mother says he was “so happy and excited about life that day” just before helicopter crash
Oliver Tree’s mother, Christine Nickell, has spoken publicly for the first time since the singer’s death, revealing he was “so happy and excited about life” the day before he died in a helicopter crash in Brazil on 14 June, aged 32. Six people in total were killed in the accident. Her comments came during a…
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England’s Langton feared for gymnastics future after fall
England gymnast Gabriel Langton has said he feared he might never do gymnastics again after suffering a serious fall at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The 19-year-old fell roughly three metres, landing directly on his head during Friday’s horizontal bar routine, and was taken from the arena on a stretcher before spending 20 hours in…
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Biden, Carney and Oasis: How the world is celebrating Mayo’s All-Ireland win
Mayo’s Gaelic football team ended a 75-year wait for All-Ireland success on Sunday, beating reigning champions Kerry in the final at Croke Park in Dublin. The result broke a long-running “curse,” said to have been placed on the county after their last win in 1951, and triggered celebrations that spread well beyond the county of…
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Why Tottenham Women have provided distraction from the gloom of watching men’s team | Mark Burton
Tottenham Hotspur’s women’s team enjoyed a standout season in the Women’s Super League, offering fans a welcome contrast to the struggles of the men’s side, which narrowly avoided relegation. Under new head coach Martin Ho, Spurs Women achieved their highest-ever points tally, playing attacking, organised football that has strengthened the bond between the club and…
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NBA star rips socialist NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani as ‘mayor playing president’ and more top headlines
A Fox News morning newsletter roundup leads with an NBA star criticising New York City’s Democratic Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani, accusing him of “playing president” rather than focusing on city governance. The item is one of several top stories compiled in the outlet’s “Fox News First” briefing, reflecting ongoing conservative media scrutiny of Mamdani since…
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Pirlo out of running for Italy job over link to Russian betting company
Andrea Pirlo has withdrawn as the front-runner for Italy’s national football coach job after days of political backlash over his links to Russian betting firm Fonbet. Although the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) had not formally confirmed his appointment, it had been widely expected, but criticism from senior Italian and European politicians over his role as…
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Brighton captain Symonds signs new ‘long-term’ deal
Brighton & Hove Albion captain Maisie Symonds has signed a new long-term contract, tying down the Women’s Super League club’s most established player. The 23-year-old midfielder, who joined from Chelsea in 2021, has become a key figure both on and off the pitch since taking the captaincy last season, with head coach Dario Vidosic saying…
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US deports Kenyan former NFL player Daniel Adongo
Former NFL player Daniel Adongo, a 37-year-old Kenyan national, has been deported from the United States by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which described him as a “dangerous individual” with an overstayed visa and a history of arrests. Adongo shot to fame in 2013 when he switched from rugby to American football with no prior…
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York appoint Lindsey after shock Maynard sacking
York City have appointed Scott Lindsey as their new head coach, just one day after sacking Stuart Maynard, who had led the club to the National League title and promotion to the Football League last season. The club’s board cited a “difference in direction and vision” for Maynard’s dismissal, a decision that has raised eyebrows…