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Pakistan blocks roads around capital ahead of planned pro-Khan protest

Japan swimmer Ohashi, 17, shrugs off Covid to smash world record

Stocks fall, oil prices rise as global bonds under pressure

Shin Ohashi: Junk food-loving teen and new world record-holder

Mancini's Italy facing battle to 'win back' dispirited fans

Greek PM urges 'courage' in talks with UK over Parthenon Marbles

German think tanks urge Merz to stick with reforms after election defeats

'I was drowning': Iran Nobel winner exposes pain of separation from children

Alcaraz wants end to late-night matches at Grand Slams

Israel's US envoy says son fighting for life

EU battle over how to define 'Made in Europe'

Olympic champion Yulo completes gymnastics gold collection at Asian Games

Eight killed in wave of Russian strikes on Ukraine

England cannot imitate Spain's success, says Gordon

Club Brugge aim to take Aston Villa scalp again in Champions League

Club Brugge are hoping to claim the scalp of Aston Villa for the second time in this season's Champions League as the sides meet once again in the last 16, with the Belgians in buoyant mood after dumping out Atalanta in the play-offs.

EU chief offers carmakers more time on emission rules to avoid fines

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen offered Monday to give struggling European carmakers "breathing space" by allowing them extra time to meet 2025 emission reduction targets without facing fines.

Dortmund 'still improving' ahead of Lille clash, says coach Kovac

Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovac admitted his side have "a long way to go" despite their recent uptick in form ahead of Tuesday's home Champions League clash with Lille.

Wearable tech has far to go before challenging smartphones

Wearable gadgets like smart watches and glasses are growing more capable every year, but experts say smartphones will remain ubiquitous for the foreseeable future -- not least thanks to artificial intelligence features.

Atletico have 'big opportunity' against Real Madrid, says Simeone

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone admitted city rivals Real Madrid have the more illustrious history but backed his own team to deliver ahead of their tantalising Champions League last-16 derby clash on Tuesday.

FA defends ball after Guardiola says it is difficult to control

The Football Association has robustly defended the ball used in FA Cup matches this season after Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said it was "difficult to control".

Ski crash almost killed me, says French racer Sarrazin

French downhill specialist Cyprien Sarrazin said Monday that a crash in December that left him with head injuries had almost killed him.

UK's Royal Society of top scientists debates call to expel Elon Musk

Britain's Royal Society will hold a crunch meeting on Monday following calls to expel the world's richest man, technology billionaire Elon Musk, from the prestigious institute of scientists.

Hansen, McCarthy sign new deals with Ireland

Ireland wing Mack Hansen and lock Joe McCarthy have become the latest senior players to sign new contracts with the Irish Rugby Football Union.

Rocket set to launch in boost for Europe space ambitions

Europe's new heavy-lift rocket Ariane 6 is set to carry out its first commercial mission on Monday as Europe seeks to secure independent access to space amid a shock rapprochement between Moscow and Washington.

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