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'Tennis brat' Wimbledon star held up skirt and called for umpire to be banned
The Mirror
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July 7, 2025
Former French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko has once again found herself in the headlines during Wimbledon. The 28-year-old has reached the women's doubles quarter-finals alongside partner Hsieh Su-wei. Ostapenko recently caused a stir when she...
Eighteen EU countries call for 'simplification' of EU Deforestation Law
Euronews
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Eighteen EU countries have asked the European Commission to start a process of "simplification" of the EU deforestation law and further postpone its implementation in a letter seen by Euronews on Monday. "We urge the European Commission to swiftly...
2026 NHL Mock Draft: Gavin McKenna is No. 1 in Corey Pronman’s way-too-early projection
The New York Times
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July 7, 2025
The 2025 NHL Draft was deep at the center position high in the draft. The 2026 class, extremely early on/a lot will change/standard caveats … does not look that way. Three of the top four-ranked forwards are wingers, and the two top-ranked centers...
The European city named sauna capital of the world – and it’s not in Finland
Time Out
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Can you take the heat? Saunas have been well and truly having a moment over the last couple of years, with a culture that originated in ancient Finland morphing into a worldwide wellness trend. Britain has seen its sauna numbers double, and going...
Frenchman missing in Iran for weeks gives rise to hostage concerns
The National News
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A Frenchman has been missing in Iran since mid-June, France's minister responsible for the country's residents abroad said on Monday. Paris has no details on what has happened to the man, Laurent Saint-Martin, who is also trade minister, told RTL...
Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and legal rules
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 5, 2025
Millions of people are set to travel to Spain this summer - here is everything you need to know for your next holiday to Spain... Spain ranks among the world's most popular holiday destinations. The country is known for its Mediterranean climate...
UK revealed as the worst European country for commuting
LondonlovesBusiness
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July 7, 2025
With many employers reinstating back-to-office policies post-pandemic, the cost and toll of commuting is once again under the spotlight. From exploitative train fares to overpriced lattes, the daily journey can often feel more exhausting than the...
Global Childhood Vaccination Uptake Stalls
Technology Networks
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The world has made unprecedented progress in vaccinating children against life-threatening disease since WHO established the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) in 1974. Despite the progress of the past 50 years, the last two decades have...
Poland tightens borders with Germany and Lithuania to stem migration surge
Euro Weekly News
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July 7, 2025
A sign welcoming travellers at the Poland-EU border. Poland is reintroducing border controls with Germany and Lithuania amid migration concerns. Credit : open3579, Shutterstock Poland has announced it will reinstate border checks with Germany and...
Canucks GM keeps Arturs Silovs' future in Vancouver shrouded in mystery after signing Thatcher Demko to $25.5M extension
Sportskeeda
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July 7, 2025
The Vancouver Canucks extended goalkeepers Thatcher Demko and Kevin Lankinen to a three-year $25.5 million and a five-year $22.5 million contract, respectively, while star goalie Arturs Silovs waits in the wings. Silovs was the Canucks' opening...
Germany updates: Thousands join Cologne's CSD parade
Deutsche Welle
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Skip next section President Steinmeier says Lithuania's security 'is our security' 07/06/2025July 6, 2025President Steinmeier says Lithuania's security 'is our security' Steinmeier (center) was received by Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda...
And-Ones: Dybantsa, Porzingis, Oturu, Bryant, Summer League
Hoops Rumors
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July 7, 2025
A.J. Dybantsa was named MVP of the FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup after the U.S. team beat Germany 109-76 to take home the gold medal, writes Tobias Bass of The Athletic. Both the U.S. and Germany were undefeated heading into the game. Dybantsa,...
Maple Leafs development camp: Awards, observations and questions for Easton Cowan, more
The Athletic
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July 5, 2025
The 2025 Maple Leafs development camp is nearly in the books, and The Athletic was there throughout. Let’s take a look at some of the better performances we saw as well as questions, awards and other observations. Best role models First, it was...
Inquest into death of motorcyclist in Mayo tragedy
Connaught Telegraph
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Published: Thu 26 Jun 2025, 12:41 PM Last updated: Thu 26 Jun 2025, 1:17 PM The inquest into the death of a motorcyclist in Mayo has opened and adjourned. The body of a 43-year-old man killed in a road accident in Ballinrobe earlier this month is...
Spain travel advice including entry requirements, safety and laws
Liverpool Echo
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July 5, 2025
Millions of people travel to Spain every month Spain is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world. The country can boast a Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine, as well as delicious cuisine and historical sites. In...
UK tourists flying to Spain, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus urged to act 15 days before departure
Birmingham Live
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June 24, 2025
UK tourists who are travelling to the European Union are being told to apply for a card 15 days before flying. The UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) lets you get necessary state healthcare in the European Economic Area (EEA), and some other...
Man arrested after staging fake wedding with 9-year-old girl at Disneyland Paris
KAGS - Texas
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June 25, 2025
Authorities say the man used a stolen Latvian identity and fake documents to rent out part of the park before opening hours for the wedding. WASHINGTON — A convicted sex offender from the United Kingdom has been charged in France after allegedly...
Ostapenko retires as Eala enters Eastbourne Open quarterfinals
The Manila Times
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June 25, 2025
Alex Eala AFP FILE PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala repeated over Latvian Jelena Ostapenko in a round of 16 match that ended prematurely due to the latter retiring because of an injury, 0-6, 6-2, 3-2, in England Wednesday...
Sports Daily: Pre-draft Porzingis party
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia
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It’s draft day, baby. And the Hawks, well … they’re one first-round pick lighter than they were yesterday. But at least they have a tall Latvian guy to show for it. Quick links: Braves stay hot | Dream drop one | United starts anew | Chase...
Why the Outlawz remain one of hip-hop’s most tragic groups
The National News
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"You know what? We are the last two breathing.” Those words echoed through Bur Dubai's The Music Room, a much–loved but now–closed venue, where The Outlawz performed a riotous show in 2015 to a near–capacity crowd of 700. The declaration came from...