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European giants set for Texas semi-final shootout

European giants set for Texas semi-final shootout

Dallas is all set to play host to the first World Cup semi-final between the top-ranked France and third seeds Spain in a clash of two former champions.

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

It’s a World Cup semi-final lineup for the ages, with the four top-ranked teams and some of the most prolific individual players chasing ultimate glory.

Aussies score again on baseball's biggest stage

Aussies score again on baseball's biggest stage

Aussies score again on baseball's biggest stage

Aussies score again on baseball's biggest stage

Australians Travis Bazzana and Curtis Mead have again played central roles in Major League Baseball, but with contrasting results for their sides.

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'Not happy': Tuchel's comment irks England's hero

'Not happy': Tuchel's comment irks England's hero

Two-goal star Jude Bellingham says "sometimes you have to win dirty" and that's what England did against Norway to progress to the World Cup semi-finals.

'Light heavyweight Bobby' triumphs in division debut

'Light heavyweight Bobby' triumphs in division debut

Former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker has made a great start at light heavyweight with a third-round stoppage of 12th ranked Nikita Krylov at UFC 329.

Heat wave threatens oppressive temperatures in US

Heat wave threatens oppressive temperatures in US

A dangerous heat dome is expected to affect as much as two-thirds of the continental United States, with temperature records expected to be broken.

Super-sub Merino punishes error as Spain go through

Super-sub Merino punishes error as Spain go through

Mikel Merino scored late from a mistake by back-up Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens as Spain advanced to the World Cup semi-finals with a 2-1 win.

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Trump claims 1000 missiles aimed at Iran, if he's hurt

Trump claims 1000 missiles aimed at Iran, if he's hurt

Trump claims 1000 missiles aimed at Iran, if he's hurt

Trump claims 1000 missiles aimed at Iran, if he's hurt

In a belligerent post on his Truth Social platform, US President Donald Trump says any assassination attempt against him would result in Iran's decimation.

Mbappe, Dembele lead France into World Cup semi-finals

Mbappe, Dembele lead France into World Cup semi-finals

Mbappe, Dembele lead France into World Cup semi-finals

Mbappe, Dembele lead France into World Cup semi-finals

France are through to the semi-finals of the World Cup after registering a 2-0 win over Morocco, with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Ousman Dembele.

Messi misses pen, inspires stunning Argentine comeback

Messi misses pen, inspires stunning Argentine comeback

Messi misses pen, inspires stunning Argentine comeback

Messi misses pen, inspires stunning Argentine comeback

Argentina have rallied from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup with Lionel Messi making one goal and scoring another having first missed a penalty.

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

The USA's World Cup run on home soil is over, falling 4-1 to a red-hot Belgium side in their round-of-16 match in Seattle.

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

After Australia's World Cup heartbreak, several Socceroos look set to be rewarded for standout tournaments with club moves that will put them on the map.

Trump dials up patriotism at America's 'joyous' 250th

Trump dials up patriotism at America's 'joyous' 250th

Trump dials up patriotism at America's 'joyous' 250th

Trump dials up patriotism at America's 'joyous' 250th

President Donald Trump has told Americans "we will always be the best" in a partisan and patriotic speech marking the 250th anniversary of US independence.

Aussie makes history with All-Star call-up as a rookie

Aussie makes history with All-Star call-up as a rookie

Aussie makes history with All-Star call-up as a rookie

Aussie makes history with All-Star call-up as a rookie

Former No.1 draft pick Travis Bazzana will take part in the MLB's All-Star game, the greatest accolade yet in a game-changing MLB career that is only beginning.

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'Enormous success': FA defends Popovic after Egypt loss

After the Socceroos' round-of-32 exit at the World Cup, Football Australia's bigwigs have thrown their support behind coach Tony Popovic.

Socceroos young guns want more from World Cup pushes

Many of the young Socceroos players heartbroken by Australia's World Cup exit will be there in 2030 and they have a point to prove.

Swift wedding guests reveal 'moving' ceremony details

Details of a secretive wedding ceremony involving Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have emerged from guests who attended the event.

Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance

The Socceroos are out of the World Cup and left to rue what might have been after losing to Egypt 4-2 on penalties in the round of 32.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce say I do in New York

Its been confirmed that US superstars Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are now a married couple, with celebrations underway in New York.

Socceroos 'keepers didn't see shootout switch-up coming

Coach Tony Popovic conceded his shock move to replace Patrick Beach with Maty Ryan for Australia's losing penalty shootout against Egypt didn't work.

Taylor Swift wedding celebration to light up New York

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's love story will begin a new chapter with the mother of all wedding celebrations at Madison Square Garden in New York.

Socceroos chase World Cup history as Salah looms

Presented with a chance to make World Cup history, the Socceroos cannot get caught up in the occasion against Mohamed Salah's Egypt, says coach Tony Popovic.

Man admits sending fake Nancy Guthrie ransom notes

A California man has pleaded guilty to writing a fake ransom note in Nancy Guthrie case.

‘Shouldn’t be happening’: Kerr lashes A-League issue

The uncertainty facing A-League Women players shouldn't be happening just three years after the Women's World Cup, says Matildas captain Sam Kerr.

Captaincy takes Socceroo Souttar to next level

Socceroos defender Harry Souttar has captained Australia throughout the World Cup with aplomb and is set to wear the armband against Egypt.

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