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Rublev defaulted from Dubai after angry tirade
Russia's Andrey Rublev was defaulted from the Dubai ATP tournament for allegedly using obscene language in an angry tirade at a line umpire on Friday, gifting Alexander Bublik a place in the final.
Eurozone inflation dips further in February
Eurozone inflation continued to ease in February, data showed Friday, but economists warned it was unlikely to push the European Central Bank to cut interest rates next month.
Ancelotti says Real 'must not forget' Vinicius racist abuse on Valencia return
Carlo Ancelotti insisted Real Madrid 'must not forget what happened' as the La Liga leaders return to Valencia Saturday where forward Vinicius Jr was racially abused last season.
Scotland rugby wing Graham set to miss rest of the season
Edinburgh and Scotland wing Darcy Graham is set to miss the rest of the season after being told he requires groin surgery, meaning he will play no part in the Six Nations.
Chad opposition claims soldiers 'executed' leader
Chad's main opposition party on Friday accused soldiers of having executed its leader "at point blank range" in an assault on its headquarters ahead of a long-promised May election.
Portuguese Peseiro quits as Nigeria coach
Jose Peseiro announced his decision to step down as coach of Nigeria on Friday after leading the country to the final of the Africa Cup of Nations last month.
EU queries Meta about ad-free subscriptions, 'shadow-banning'
The EU on Friday used new regulatory powers to query Meta about ad-free subscriptions to Facebook and Instagram as well as claims some voices are suppressed online in a phenomenon known as "shadow banning".
Biden hosts Italy's Meloni as Ukraine fears mount
President Joe Biden hosts Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the White House Friday, for talks dominated by worries about the future of US military support for Ukraine and the conflict in Gaza.
European stock markets climb as eurozone inflation eases
Europe's stock markets climbed Friday as investors welcomed a slowdown in eurozone inflation, while Wall Street opened mixed after setting new records.
Klopp proud of Liverpool young guns as injury problems ease
Jurgen Klopp said Friday he was proud of his young players after they stepped up to help keep injury-hit Liverpool's quadruple bid alive.
Ex-Dutch international Promes arrested in Dubai
Convicted former Ajax and Dutch international winger Quincy Promes has been arrested in Dubai, two weeks after a court in the Netherlands sentenced him to six years for smuggling more than a tonne of cocaine.
Trade deals elusive as WTO talks run beyond deadline
Negotiators were locked in a standoff Friday following overnight trade talks as a major WTO conference ran deep beyond its deadline with no clear deals in sight.
Spain prosecutors to demand longer rape sentence for Brazil star Alves: judicial sources
Spanish prosecutors will appeal against the four-and-a-half year sentence handed to former Brazil international footballer Dani Alves for rape and seek a longer jail term, judicial sources said Friday.
'We won't forget you!': Navalny mourners bid farewell
In a candle-lit Moscow church, mourners stood Friday in silence around the coffin of late opposition leader Alexei Navalny as thousands paid tribute outside.
Thousands attend as Navalny laid to rest in Moscow
Late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was laid to rest on Friday in a Moscow cemetery where thousands of mourners had gathered, two weeks after he died in an Arctic prison.
Guardiola expecting 'best' Man Utd in derby
Pep Guardiola says he is expecting the "best" from Manchester United even though Manchester City will start Sunday's derby as red-hot favourites to extend their dominance over their rivals.
Calls for probe, ceasefire follow Israeli gunfire near aid convoy
World leaders on Friday called for an investigation and a ceasefire nearly five months into the Gaza war, a day after dozens of desperate Palestinians were killed rushing an aid convoy.
Ireland beat Afghanistan to claim maiden Test victory
Ireland finally won their first Test match on Friday when they defeated Afghanistan by six wickets in Abu Dhabi, ending a streak of seven successive losses.
Lyles leads big names into world indoor semis, Mitton wins shot
Noah Lyles, Karsten Warholm and Femke Bol, three pin-ups of the World Athletics Indoor Championships, safely negotiated their opening rounds on the first day of competition in Glasgow on Friday.
Gaza famine 'almost inevitable': UN
Famine in the Gaza Strip is almost inevitable unless the Israel-Hamas war changes, the United Nations said Friday.
Onana says he will 'shine' after early struggles at Man Utd
Andre Onana believes he has turned the corner off the pitch after enduring a "difficult time" mentally during the early months of his life at Manchester United.
Thousands attend Navalny funeral as Kremlin warns against protests
Thousands of mourners attended the funeral of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in Moscow on Monday, two weeks after President Vladimir Putin's top critic died in an Arctic prison.
'Difficult discussions' as WTO talks run beyond deadline
The world's trade ministers were locked in deadlocked negotiations Friday following overnight talks as a major WTO conference postponed its closing session for a fourth time with no deals in sight.
Grieving families await bodies after Bangladesh fire
Anguished families kept vigil outside the morgue of Bangladesh's largest hospital on Friday, waiting for the bodies of loved ones to be identified after a fire they say should never have happened.
Newcastle boss Howe brushes off Nagelsmann speculation
Eddie Howe said Friday his future at struggling Newcastle was in his own hands as he brushed off reports linking Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann with his job.
European stock markets mostly climb as eurozone inflation eases
Europe's stock markets mostly climbed Friday as investors digested news of a smaller-than-expected slowdown in eurozone inflation.
Red Bull boss Horner under pressure over leak of alleged messages
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner was under renewed pressure on Friday after private messages allegedly between him and a female staff member were leaked to Formula One officials and journalists.
Thousands gather for Navalny funeral as Kremlin warns against protests
Thousands of mourners gathered near a church in southern Moscow on Friday, braving the prospect of arrest to pay their respects to late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny at his funeral.
Hundreds arrive for Navalny funeral despite Kremlin warning
Hundreds of mourners gathered near a church in southern Moscow on Friday, braving the prospect of arrests to pay their respects to late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
'The person who you mentioned': How Navalny haunted Putin
Vladimir Putin never referred to Alexei Navalny by name yet the Russian leader's most significant domestic political opponent succeeded in haunting the Kremlin chief, though it remains to be seen how his influence will endure after his death.
Safety lapses blamed for Bangladesh fire as toll rises to 46
Bangladesh firefighters said Friday that glaring safety lapses were responsible for a Dhaka restaurant blaze that killed 46 people, with more deaths likely among those rushed to hospital in critical condition.
Iranians vote in elections as conservatives expected to dominate
Iranians voted on Friday in elections for parliament and a key clerical body, amid fears of a low turnout and with conservatives expected to tighten their grip on power.