47 m. ago Outbreak of legal battle in tennis comes after years of increasing tension | Tumaini Carayol

The 163-page PTPA lawsuit contains some valid and not-so-valid criticism of the professional tours and major eventsThe Professional Tennis Players’ Association came into existence on the eve of the 2020 US Open and at the height of pandemic restrictions. After an inauspicious start, the association co-founded by Novak Djokovic has spent time building its professional structures, finances and player support while trying to gain influence in the sport. The PTPA ostensibly functions as a players’ union, but it is not legally recognised as such, since players are classed as independent contractors rather than employees.As the PTPA’s numerous attempts to gain a seat at the sport’s decision making table have been rebuffed, often vigorously, by the leading governing bodies – the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and the four grand slam tournaments – it became increasingly likely that their acrimonious ...

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55 m. ago ‘I could be next’: international students at Columbia University feel ‘targeted’ after Mahmoud Khalil’s arrest

For students who aren’t US citizens, a new reality includes feelings of surveillance, fears of being arrested and reluctance to visit familyIt was 4am and a Columbia University master’s student two months away from graduation lay awake in bed. His heart thumped so hard, his chest began to hurt. His hands got colder and colder; he was unable to speak. This had become an agonizing nightly routine for the 24-year-old from India since 8 March, when immigration officials handcuffed the Columbia graduate Mahmoud Khalil and took him into detention in Louisiana.“What scares me the most is that I would be fast asleep at home and I would hear a bang on my door and I’d be taken away in the middle of the night by Ice and nobody will ever know what happened to me,” said the student, who attended multiple protests to support Palestine around New York City. “It feels as if people are getting targeted for just speaking up for their political views last year.” Continue reading...

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63 m. ago Trump and Zelenskyy hold phone call after senior US official defends Putin – live

Zelenskyy and US president holding talks after a night of Russian attack on UkraineOpening the press conference, Finland’s Stubb says Europe faces “one of those moments of choices between two different worlds: Yalta or Helsinki; in other words, spheres of influence or equal rights and duties for all states.”He stresses that Ukraine has “an undeniable right to defend itself on its own and supported by its partner,” a right that “cannot be restricted in any way,” dismissing Russian demands to halt help for Kyiv.The principles of international law and the European security order have not changed, and there is no need to start changing them.Independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. These are the principles of the UN Charter and the Helsinki charter. Continue reading...

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89 m. ago Foden must do more than flicker to earn key World Cup role for England

Manchester City playmaker’s patchy international form is a source of frustration. Now is the time to step upPhil Foden remains England’s enigma. The Manchester City attacker has often been inspired for his club and insipid for his country. He was the best offensive player in the Premier League last season, scoring 27 goals in all competitions, but he flattered to deceive during England’s baffling run to the final of Euro 2024.A solitary dazzling performance in the semi-final victory over the Netherlands merely heightened the frustration. Playing as an inside-forward in Gareth Southgate’s rejigged 3-4-2-1 system, Foden was at his bewitching best in that game. He drifted into pockets and ran at defenders, teasing them with his close control and sharp one-twos. He hit the woodwork with a wondrous shot from long range. He burrowed into the area, all quick feet and low centre of gravity, and had an effort hacked off the line. He was involved during one of England’s best moves during the ...

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92 m. ago Putin’s words ‘at odds with reality’ says Zelenskyy after Russia’s overnight attacks – live

Ukrainian president says he intends to reach out to US president Donald Trump later today amid push for ceasefireOpening the press conference, Finland’s Stubb says Europe faces “one of those moments of choices between two different worlds: Yalta or Helsinki; in other words, spheres of influence or equal rights and duties for all states.”He stresses that Ukraine has “an undeniable right to defend itself on its own and supported by its partner,” a right that “cannot be restricted in any way,” dismissing Russian demands to halt help for Kyiv.The principles of international law and the European security order have not changed, and there is no need to start changing them.Independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. These are the principles of the UN Charter and the Helsinki charter. Continue reading...

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94 m. ago Man Utd's stance on Jadon Sancho recall as Chelsea could force Ruben Amorim into decision

Jadon Sancho is struggling with form and consistency at Chelsea, with many fans and pundits unimpressed by the England international during his loan spell from Manchester United

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95 m. ago Plymouth FA Cup star hopes Liverpool heroics can help win international battle

Goalkeeper Conor Hazard helped Plymouth to famous wins over Brentford and Liverpool before they lost to Manchester City and he hopes his exploits with the Pilgrims will boost his Northern Ireland chances

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1 hour ago Games kids played in 80s before 'health and safety' – raps, British bulldog and murderball

With the advent of the internet the playground antics of yesteryear feel long gone - do you even remember some of the more perilous games kids used to play?

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2 h. ago UN says an international staffer was killed and 5 others wounded in an explosion in the Gaza Strip

The United Nations says an international staffer was killed and five others wounded in an explosion in the Gaza Strip

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2 h. ago Hospital worker 'suspended' after claims strangers were allowed in to watch operations

Exclusive: An internal investigation at Wales' biggest hospital is probing 'deeply concerning' allegations and it's understood one person has already been suspended

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2 h. ago Inside warped mind of Nicholas Prosper who slaughtered family and plotted school massacre

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT. Nicholas Prosper, a 'geeky' teenager who turned his dark internet fantasies into reality, has today been jailed for life after murdering his mother and two siblings

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2 h. ago Teen who 'idolised' Sandy Hook shooter and butchered family jailed for 49 years

Nicholas Prosper, 19, planned to carry out a mass school shooting and hoped he would gain international infamy for “one of the biggest events ever” but has now been jailed

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3 h. ago Manchester United Portuguese players tease Rasmus Hojlund ahead of international meeting

Portugal face Denmark in the Nations League quarter-finals during the international break and Man Utd players will be on different sides.

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3 h. ago 13 young Scottish talents who could follow Lennon Miller and James Wilson into Steve Clarke's senior squad

Here are 13 of Scotland’s top young talents that could join Lennon Miller in Steve Clarke’s squad in 2025.

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3 h. ago Putin and Trump ‘trust each other’, says Kremlin as Zelenskyy accuses Russia of breaking partial ceasefire – live

Ukrainian president says ‘next steps cannot be done without us’ and he intends to reach out to US president Donald Trump laterOpening the press conference, Finland’s Stubb says Europe faces “one of those moments of choices between two different worlds: Yalta or Helsinki; in other words, spheres of influence or equal rights and duties for all states.”He stresses that Ukraine has “an undeniable right to defend itself on its own and supported by its partner,” a right that “cannot be restricted in any way,” dismissing Russian demands to halt help for Kyiv.The principles of international law and the European security order have not changed, and there is no need to start changing them.Independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. These are the principles of the UN Charter and the Helsinki charter. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Last decade was Earth's hottest ever as CO2 levels reach an 800,000

Last year was the hottest year on record, the top 10 hottest years were all in the past decade and planet-heating carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is at its highest levels in the last 800,000 years, a report Wednesday said

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3 h. ago Ayrshire youth football team racking up the miles in bid to be part of international tournament

Hurlford Reds 2015s are hoping to be part of the Blackpool International Cup

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3 h. ago The ultimate hack to save money on women’s mags like Hello! and Bella – and enjoy two free months of reading

Love magazines but hate the cost? With this offer, you can access dozens of top women’s titles for one low price – and right now, you can get two months free.

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4 h. ago All 11 Rangers players on international duty this week, when they play and how to watch

Here is a full list of every Rangers player on international duty this week, when they are playing and how to watch.

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4 h. ago Met Office warns Earth is 'profoundly ill' as scientists conduct 'planetary health check'

A report has warned of the growing risks to lives, the economy, and the planet

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