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Chess: Carlsen wins again as he qualifies for the $1.5m Saudi Esports World Cup
The Norwegian world No 1 is in pole position at the Chessable Masters despite endgame lapses. Magnus Carlsen’s dominance of online chess has continued this week as the world No 1 is in pole ...The Guardian - 1d -
2025 Saudi Cup predictions, odds, horses, contenders: Expert who nailed Breeders' Cup gives picks
Horse racing expert Michelle Yu, who recently hit the exacta in the Breeders' Cup Classic, offers her best bets for the 2025 Saudi Cup on Saturday at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaCBS Sports - 6h -
Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, is again spewing lava
Kilauea volcano is shooting lava into the air once again in HawaiiABC News - 2d -
Jenni Hermoso to appeal against World Cup kiss case verdict
Luis Rubiales was found guilty of kissing player Jenni Hermoso without her consent and fined €10,800.BBC News - 1d -
MLS Year 30: A league at a philosophical crossroads as World Cups loom
America’s top circuit has grown and thrived thanks to mechanisms it now no longer needs. Ever since its foundation in 1996, Major League Soccer has faced questions about its place within the world ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump says he ‘had very good talks with Putin’ and again criticizes Ukraine – live
US president also accuses Kyiv of talking ‘tough’ but having few bargaining chips in latest remarks in feud with Ukrainian president Zelenskyy. French far-right leader cancels CPAC speech over ...The Guardian - 23h -
Ex-Spain soccer boss Rubiales guilty of sexual assault and fined for World Cup kiss
Former Spanish soccer boss Luis Rubiales has been found guilty of sexually assaulting player Jenni Hermoso for kissing her after the 2023 Women’s World Cup finalABC News - 2d -
10 questions for the 2025 MLS season: Will Lionel Messi, Inter Miami win MLS Cup after early exit in 2024?
The 2025 MLS season begins on Saturday, and here are 10 questions as the season gets underwayCBS Sports - 1d -
The Darwin-verse may be a maddening world for Slot but he needs to keep Núñez onside | Barney Ronay
Telling Núñez off in public feels unnecessary at this late stage, like shoehorning a needless car chase into a film’s third act. Stop getting Darwin Núñez wrong! At the very least, can we please ...The Guardian - 1d -
Thanks to Trump, Saudi Arabia Gets a Big Week in Diplomacy
Riyadh is hosting U.S., Russian and Arab officials for high-stakes talks on Ukraine and Gaza, more proof of its regional clout and warm relations with President Trump.The New York Times - 2d -
What to Know About the Saudi Crown Prince’s Role in Global Diplomacy
The kingdom’s de facto leader, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, was once shunned in diplomatic circles. Now he is playing an important role in negotiations over Gaza and Ukraine.The New York Times - 2d -
Neighbours cancelled again, two years after revival
The series will finish at the end of 2025, after 40 years and more than 9,000 episodes.BBC News - 1d -
Yahoo Sports AM: Canada beats the USA, again
In today's edition: Canada wins the 4 Nations Face-Off, Wemby's season is over, the Boston three party, MLS' 30th season kicks off, and more.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Trump again floats unconstitutional third term
The 22nd Amendment limits U.S. presidents to two terms in office, but that hasn't stopped President Trump and his supporters from raising the idea of a third term. Josh Chafetz, professor of law ...CBS News - 21h -
A DOGE dividend could be a win-win-win for the GOP and Team Trump
With Democrats screaming that the sky is falling every time the Department of Government Efficiency axes one federal worker, Elon Musk’s team needs some good public relations.The Hill - 1d -
Tales Of The Shire: A Lord Of The Rings Game Has Been Delayed Again
There's a famous line in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings where Gandalf the Grey explains that a wizard is never late or early. Instead, "he arrives precisely ...GameSpot - 2d -
‘Make Germany Great Again’: How the Trump effect is spreading into Germany
Bolstered by support from Elon Musk and Vice President JD Vance, the AfD party is seeing a surge in support from Germany’s far-right. Amid a widening political divide in the country, support for ...NBC News - 1d -
De'Vondre Campbell on quitting on 49ers: I'm rich and never have to work again
Three months after walking off the field in the middle of a game, Campbell went on a social media rant about it.Yahoo Sports - 12h -
Tesla Is Again Showing Signs It Wants to Sell Cars in India
Bringing showrooms filled with high-end American-made electric vehicles to India would mark a symbolic victory for President Trump’s ally.The New York Times - 1h -
Speed Interviewing the Fastest Drivers in the World
Formula One’s season launch party saw The Athletic’s columnist take on the challenge to speak to the entire grid in a few hours. Here’s what happened.The New York Times - 6h -
Waves are getting bigger. Is the world ready?
Southern Ocean waves are growing larger and faster, threatening coastlines. But some scientists think they could help turn the tide in the climate crisis. In his remarkable memoir of his life ...The Guardian - 2h -
Mohammed bin Salman wants an alternative to Trump’s Gaza plan – but one that most benefits Saudi Arabia | Madawi al-Rasheed
The crown prince sees Hamas as a regional threat, and may propose a deal that risks sidelining Palestinians. Saudi Arabia has suddenly experienced a diplomatic awakening after lukewarm engagement ...The Guardian - 1d -
Could Vinícius Júnior really leave Real Madrid for Saudi Arabia? Here's what we know
Vinícius Júnior is among the biggest stars at one of the world's top clubs, yet talk of a $1bn Saudi move won't go away. Here's what you need to know.ESPN - 1d -
Woeful Matildas thrashed by Japan in SheBelieves Cup opener in Houston
First-half brace by Mina Tanaka helps Asia’s top team to 4-0 win Australia register just one shot on goal over course of 90 minutes If there was a moment during this capitulation to Japan that ...The Guardian - 1d -
England to show ‘nastiness’ as Itoje backs side to wrestle back Calcutta Cup
Captain calls on his team to ‘create our own history’ Assistant coach Tom Harrison: ‘there’s a nastiness to us’ England have vowed to show their nasty side against Scotland on Saturday with the ...The Guardian - 1d -
England regain Calcutta Cup after Scotland miss last-gasp kick
Finn Russell misses a 79th-minute conversion as England do just enough to deny Scotland an unprecendented fifth successive win in the fixture.BBC News - 2h -
Atlanta Cup starting lineup: Ryan Blaney leads Ford charge with pole
Fords take 10 of the top 11 spots in qualifying for Sunday's race.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Meta Will Build the World’s Longest Undersea Cable
Meta’s Waterworth Project will provide internet connectivity on five continents, with landing points in India, the United States, Brazil, and South Africa.Wired - 3d -
World champion Dubois out of Parker fight with illness
Heavyweight Daniel Dubois' world title defence against Joseph Parker on Saturday is in doubt with reports that the champion is ill.BBC News - 1d -
‘The World Is There for the Carving’: Two Columnists on the Trump-Putin Alliance
We’ve never seen anything like this: a president who appears aligned with a Russian dictator in targeting the weak and the vulnerable.The New York Times - 1d -
Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek reelection
Longtime Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell confirmed reports he will not seek reelection next year.ABC News - 2d -
Fantasy Baseball: Forget base-stealers — it's time we spotlight the big slugger in drafts once again
All anyone cares and talks about in fantasy baseball draft season is stolen bases, but Andy Behrens says we shouldn't ignore the non-base stealers.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
‘Our neighbours are daring to choose fascism again’: Germany’s election leaves many fearing what lies ahead
A high-stakes campaign defined by anti-migration rhetoric has stoked fear instead of discussion of pressing structural problems. Flanked by market stalls selling everything from Turkish borëk ...The Guardian - 1d -
Russia and US could meet again within weeks to discuss Ukraine, Moscow says – Europe live
Moscow and Washington held their first talks on ending the nearly three-year war in Ukraine on Tuesday. Donald Trump’s shocking and mendacious attack this week on the Ukrainian president, ...The Guardian - 8h -
US, Russian officials to meet again within 2 weeks to discuss Ukraine war: Russia
U.S. and Russian officials will meet again within two weeks to discuss ending the war in Ukraine after re-establishing diplomatic relations this week, Russia says.ABC News - 3h -
Kim Kardashian called him a Texas death row inmate on Instagram. He wasn't, and he's suing
Kim Kardashian confused a Texas death row inmate with a New York resident who is not a double murderer. He's now suing for defamation.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
TLOU Boss Says He Never Felt Confident With A Game He's Led Except For This One
Neil Druckmann is one of gaming's biggest names, and he's helped write and direct games in the critically and commercially successful franchises like The Last of Us and Uncharted. But Druckmann ...GameSpot - 1d -
Price wins Premier League night three in Dublin
Gerwyn Price wins his first Premier League night since 2023 with victory over Nathan Aspinall in Dublin.BBC News - 1d -
Milei wins senate votes despite memecoin scandal
Libertarian secures electoral reform after his most difficult week since becoming Argentina’s presidentFinancial Times - 1d -
U.S. inspired in defeat: 'We expect to win now'
There was no sulking following Team USA's 4 Nations Face-Off defeat, with several players saying the team's performance proved the U.S. has arrived.ESPN - 1d
