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Africa Ebola outbreak passes 10,000 cases, mostly in DR Congo

According to the DRC's figures, 10,060 people have been infected and 4,887 have died since the virus was first detected in May in the vast central African country's deadliest outbreak in its history.

Maresca defends Donnarumma, Guehi after Man City defeat

Nicolas Jackson took advantage of errors from the pair as Villa won 2-1 on Saturday, ending City's perfect run of seven wins from seven league games.

Ronaldo in line for Portugal return after fallout with coach

The 41-year-old abruptly left the Portugal camp on September 30 during the opening qualifiers for the Nations League, before accusing Jesus of breaking his word about giving him game time.

Global sports stars who have drawn China's ire

Mbappe is the latest in a string of global athletes to have faced public backlash and financial repercussions in China after commenting on politically sensitive topics.

Many killed in Somali army clash with militants

Dutch broadcaster pulls out of Eurovision over Israel 'sensitivities'

Earlier this month, the Czech public broadcaster also pulled out, but cited spending cuts as the reason.

Ballon d'Or 'beyond wildest dreams' but Kane has plenty more to prove

The 33-year-old was rewarded for a remarkable 73 goals in 65 games for club and country last season as he propelled Bayern to a league and cup double.

Valkyries beat Dream to reach brink of WNBA title

Tiffany Hayes and reserve Cecilia Zandalasini each added 12 points for the Valkyries while Stokes and Burton each pulled down a team-best eight rebounds.

Cavs edge Timberwolves in overtime despite superb Edwards

Donovan Mitchell and James Harden led the scoring for the victorious Cavs, with 26 and 19 points apiece, as Cleveland moved to 2-1.

Mbappe dropped by Chinese brands for 'offending national sentiments'

Adverts showing AI-generated images of the 27-year-old France captain  drinking a Dongpeng sports drink were regularly shown in China during this year's World Cup.Mengniu, China's largest dairy producer, also cut ties with the Real Madrid forward, who until this incident was hugely popular amon...