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In a Lebanon museum, 'keys without homes' evoke destruction in south
Tears streamed down south Lebanon resident Fatima Hajj Ali's face as she stared at a host of keys hanging like windchimes from the ceiling of a Beirut museum -- each one symbolising a home, like her own, destroyed by Israel.
Kiss has work cut out at Wallabies as Schmidt bids farewell
Outgoing Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt believes he is leaving the team in a good place, but with the Rugby World Cup on home soil barely 14 months away replacement Les Kiss has plenty to do.
Influencer Andrew Tate and brother arrested in Miami
Radical social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan were arrested Saturday in Miami, the US Marshals Service told AFP, as Britain seeks their extradition to face new charges of rape, sex trafficking and assault.
Departing Deschamps looks back on 'wonderful' World Cup
France coach Didier Deschamps said he had experienced a "truly wonderful adventure" with his players as he bid farewell to the job on Saturday after 14 highly successful years in charge.
FIFA toasts World Cup triumph as tournament draws to close
It was supposed to be the World Cup weighed down by problems: sky-high prices, geopolitical tension, the shadow of conflict and the threat of brutal summer heat across the three host nations.
England finish third as Spain and Argentina brace for World Cup final
England beat France 6-4 in a high-scoring World Cup romp on Saturday to seal third place as Kylian Mbappe became the competition's all-time leading scorer with 22 goals.
All Blacks make strides under Rennie as Springboks loom
Coach Dave Rennie says he's "really excited" by the All Blacks' upward trajectory early in his tenure but warns a four-Test series against South Africa will be a "different beast".
US launches new airstrikes to 'punish' Iran after two troops killed
The United States launched new airstrikes Saturday to "punish" Iran after reporting the first US military deaths since renewing its hostilities with the Islamic republic.
England took first step towards elite nations with France win: Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel said England had taken their first step in closing the gap on the top football nations after edging a 10-goal thriller against France to finish third at the 2026 tournament.
Japan's young guns excite Jones in Nations Championship
Coach Eddie Jones said he was excited about Japan's future after some "absolutely outstanding" performances from young newcomers to his team in the Nations Championship.
England edge France 6-4 in chaotic World Cup bronze match
England beat France 6-4 in a chaotic World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday as Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history.
Cuban dissident artist Otero Alcantara lands in US exile
Prominent Cuban dissident artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara flew to exile Saturday in the United States after serving a five-year sentence on the island, as Washington urged Havana to release more than 700 political prisoners.
Erasmus calls Springbok victory over Wales a 'grind'
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus said the seven-try 43-0 Nations Championship third-round victory over Wales in Durban on Saturday was more difficult than it may have looked on the surface.
Earl double guides England past Argentina after dramatic ending
England No 8 Ben Earl scored twice as England beat Argentina 31-24 in the Nations Championship on Saturday in an ill-disciplined affair overshadowed by off-field matters.
Spain's Yamal aims to join elite club of teenage World Cup winners
Lionel Messi will become the oldest outfield player to appear in a World Cup final on Sunday as Spain's Lamine Yamal seeks to join an elite group of teenage winners.
Burns rides new dad bounce to brink of British Open breakthrough
Sam Burns was not even planning to tee off at Royal Birkdale until his daughter was born early, but now stands on the brink of his first major at the British Open.
Zelensky mulls army changes as protests rock Ukraine for third day
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday hinted at potential changes in the army, as rare wartime protests over the removal of a popular defence minister rocked the country for a third day.
Burns leads British Open by two as McIlroy unleashes on 'performative' DeChambeau
Sam Burns will take a two-shot lead into Sunday's final round of the British Open as Rory McIlroy launched a scathing attack on Bryson DeChambeau after his third round on Saturday.
Wenger accepts World Cup hydration breaks split opinion
Arsene Wenger said Saturday he accepted that the hydration breaks used at this year's World Cup were not universally popular and said FIFA will assess whether to implement them in the same way in the future.
Back-to-back World Cup winners: Argentina seek to join elite group
Argentina are one game away from becoming just the third team to successfully defend the World Cup, with European champions Spain standing in their way.
England World Cup star Rogers set to join Chelsea: reports
Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign England World Cup midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa, according to several reports on Saturday.
Wembanyama to make France team return after two years away
NBA star Victor Wembanyama is set to make his return to the French national team for the first time since the 2024 Olympics, the French Basketball Federation (FFBB) announced on Saturday.
Iran threatens 'unforgettable lessons', as two US troops killed
Iran's supreme leader vowed to teach the United States "unforgettable lessons" on Saturday, as Washington reported its first military deaths since renewing its hostilities with the Islamic republic.
Debutant Williams scores as South Africa thump Wales
Debutant wing Jaco Williams scored a try and created another as South Africa thumped Wales 43-0 on Saturday to reclaim first place in the Nations Championship southern hemisphere standings.
Teenage talent Seixas delighted after 'marvellously tough' Tour de France stage
French teenage prodigy Paul Seixas underlined his potential with a third place finish on the 14th stage of the Tour de France on Saturday, which moved him up to fourth overall.
Hamilton thanks Ferrari for 'mega' repairs after smashing car
Lewis Hamilton thanked his Ferrari crew for their rapid work on his badly-damaged car on Saturday after he bounced back to qualify sixth for Sunday's Belgian Grand Prix.
NY mayor says still mulling Netanyahu arrest during UN meet
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is in talks over whether to try to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an upcoming UN summit, he said in an interview published Saturday -- prompting a sharp rebuke from Netanyahu's camp.
Fox joins 62 club to lead British Open, McIlroy unleashes on 'performative' DeChambeau
Ryan Fox matched the record low score at a major of 62 to move into a share of the British Open lead on Saturday as Rory McIlroy launched a scathing attack on Bryson DeChambeau's antics after receiving a two-shot penalty.
Antonelli wants to lead Verstappen from start in Belgium
Kimi Antonelli aims to start fast and have fun on Sunday as he bids to convert his sixth pole position of the season into victory at the Belgian Grand Prix.
Spain, Argentina tune up for World Cup final in smoggy New Jersey
Argentina and Spain fine-tuned preparations for Sunday's World Cup final in New Jersey as a persistent, choking smog blanketed the eastern United States.
McIlroy launches scathing attack on 'performative' DeChambeau antics
Rory McIlroy said Bryson DeChambeau tried to hold the British Open "hostage" and was begging for attention after the American reacted angrily to being given a two-shot penalty.
Wimbledon finalist Muchova out for 'a few weeks'
Injury-prone Wimbledon finalist Karolina Muchova said on Saturday she would miss "a few weeks" of competition after undergoing "a small surgery".