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Cruz control: Hewitt takes top-100 scalp in ATP first

Cruz control: Hewitt takes top-100 scalp in ATP first

Cruz Hewitt wins for the first time at ATP Tour level, his Washington upset of former world number 37 Marcus Giron set to rocket him up the tennis rankings.

Petitti reiterates Big Ten's push for 24-team CFP

Petitti reiterates Big Ten's push for 24-team CFP

Speaking on the first day of his conference's media days gathering, Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti on Tuesday doubled down on his league's push for a 24-team College Football Playoff in time for 2027, saying "the faster it goes, the…

How Usain Bolt turned family sacrifice into sprinting greatness and global glory

How Usain Bolt turned family sacrifice into sprinting greatness and global glory

Usain Bolt’s incredible career was built on more than speed. His parents, Wellesley and Jennifer Bolt, helped him stay disciplined, focused and humble from childhood to Olympic glory. Even after becoming the fastest man in history, Bolt…

Breaking: Local transmission of H5 bird flu 'very, very likely', SA government says

Breaking: Local transmission of H5 bird flu 'very, very likely', SA government says

A further 11 suspected cases of H5 bird flu have been detected in South Australia’s south-east and Kangaroo Island.

Australia call for larger squad sizes for expanded 2027 ODI World Cup

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Australia call for larger squad sizes for expanded 2027 ODI World Cup

2023 World Cup winning coach Andrew McDonald calls for 17-player squads for the expanded tournament with the finalists set to play 13 games compared to 11 four years ago

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The gold medal-winning Para-swimmer competing in non-disabled race

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The gold medal-winning Para-swimmer competing in non-disabled race

Faye Rogers turned to Para-swimming after an accident. Now she is back where she started and is quicker than ever.

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NBA’s credibility is on trial

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has, over the years, earned a reputation as one of the country’s most influential democratic institutions. Beyond serving as the umbrella body for legal practitioners, it has remained a consistent voice…

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FIFA proposes plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, angering UEFA

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FIFA proposes plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, angering UEFA

Football's world governing body announces plans to sell stakes of up to 20 percent in the World Cup and other events.

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FIFA reveals $20b plan to sell World Cup to group including Trump's son-in-law

FIFA reveals $20b plan to sell World Cup to group including Trump's son-in-law

FIFA president Gianni Infantino earns more criticism after unveiling a brazen plan to "unleash the commercial potential" of the World Cup.

$Reports: Mead fractured wrist in Red Sox debut$

Reports: Mead fractured wrist in Red Sox debut

Follow-up tests Tuesday on new Red Sox INF Curtis Mead revealed a fractured left wrist, according to multiple reports.

Why was Anthony Smith arrested? Ex-UFC star faces three felony charges

SportsJul 28, 2026 · 1 min

Why was Anthony Smith arrested? Ex-UFC star faces three felony charges

Anthony Smith has been arrested in Nebraska and faces three felony charges: domestic violence causing serious bodily injury, terroristic threats, and false imprisonment in the first degree. Officials have not released details about the…

Investigation launched after claims of cheating in amateur cricket league

SportsJul 28, 2026 · 1 min

Investigation launched after claims of cheating in amateur cricket league

Claims a slips fielder cheated by clicking his fingers as the ball passed the bat in an amateur cricket match leads to an investigation.