Lillard scores 51 in Portland win as Sixers lose Embiid
The Trail Blazers go within a half-game of Memphis for eighth in the Western Conference playoff fight.
Hong Kong newspaper owner arrested during office raid by police
He was among seven people detained on suspicion of colluding with foreign forces.
Atletico Madrid report two positive coronavirus tests ahead of Champions League QF
It was not revealed whether or not the two positive cases involved players or backroom staff.
Countries pledge €250m in aid for port blast to be delivered 'directly' to Lebanese people
Countries pledged financial aid and called for an independent inquiry at a virtual donor conference hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron today.
Belarus braces for protests as incumbent Lukashenko appears to win presidential election
Alexander Lukashenko has ruled the ex-Soviet country since 1994, making him Europe’s longest serving leader.
US hits 5 million Covid-19 cases - the highest in the world
The US death toll – currently at 162,441 – is also the highest in the world.
Warren and Pacers hand Lakers another loss as NBA playoffs loom
It was another busy night in the bubble.
New Zealand marks 100 days without virus transmission
There are still 23 active cases but all were detected at the border.
Crusaders win Super Rugby NZ title with trademark late surge
Three tries in the final quarter secured their fourth successive Super title.
Juventus spring major surprise by appointing Andrea Pirlo as manager
Pirlo replaces the sacked Maurizio Sarri in spite of having no previous coaching experience.
'People want revenge': Heated protests in Beirut call for accountability after port blast kills 158
At least 158 people were killed in the blast, and 6,000 have been injured.
NFL cornerback to face armed robbery charges
DeAndre Baker previously denied wrongdoing during an initial court appearance on 19 May.
'This defeat is on me,' says under-fire Real Madrid defender
Raphael Varane insisted on facing up to his two mistakes against Manchester City.
Polish police clash with demonstrators protesting against LGBT activist's arrest
Warsaw police said that 48 people were arrested.
Juventus sack Maurizio Sarri following Champions League exit
The Old Lady have confirmed his departure.
Hurricanes secure vital bonus point to stay in Super Rugby title hunt
Warren Gatland’s Chiefs have lost all eight games since the lockdown.
Celtics rip Raptors as Nets and Magic grab NBA playoff spots
Boston prevented the Toronto Raptors from clinching the Eastern Conference second seed last night.
Latin America and the Caribbean have now surpassed Europe for Covid-19 deaths
Meanwhile, in India, the number of cases have doubled in three weeks.
China's number 1 off to hot start at the PGA Championship
Li Haotong is trying to become the first player from the country to win a men’s major title.
US-China relations deteriorate further as Beijing slams 'barbarous' sanctions placed on Hong Kong
The fresh sanctions from the US came after Donald Trump’s move against TikTok and WeChat.
Cristiano Ronaldo double cannot save Juventus from shock Champions League exit
Lyon overcame the Serie A outfit on away goals.
Neuer wants Bayern Munich to keep Liverpool target
Thiago Alcantara could be set to leave the Bundesliga side.
Lebanon's president rejects global probe into port blast
Michel Aoun today said a missile or negligence could have been responsible for the explosion.
Gatland says he would coach Chiefs for free if 2021 Lions tour is cancelled
South Africa is struggling to contain coronavirus.
Gareth Bale did not want to play against Man City, says Real boss Zidane
‘He preferred not to play, nothing more, and the rest is between me and him.’
Wet-weather masterclass sees Rebels upset high-flying Brumbies
Wallabies back Reece Hodge grabbed two of the Melbourne side’s four tries.
Protesters clash with police on the streets of Beirut days after deadly explosion
Tear gas was used against those protesting against political leaders.
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A number of Stade Francais players test positive for coronavirus ahead of Top 14 season start
The players have tested positive for coronavirus after a training camp in Nice.
European court sides against Madeleine McCann suspect in separate rape case appeal
Maddie McCann went missing in Portugal in 2007 while on holiday with her family.
US billionaire purchases Serie A club Roma for €591m
Dan Friedkin, who is involved in the automotive, hotel and entertainment industries, takes over from James Pallotta.
Dortmund claim Man United have made 'no contact' about Sancho transfer
Hans-Joachim Watzke has dismissed reports that a summer move for the English winger is close.
'If I can play my best golf, I can give myself a chance - but it does need my best golf'
Shane Lowry is grouped with Brooks Koepka and Gary Woodland for opening rounds of the PGA Championship.
Heavily armed FBI agents search home of YouTube star Jake Paul
Images aired by US media showed large firearms being retrieved from the social media influencer’s mansion.
Emergency aid arrives in Beirut as city reels from massive explosion
Lebanon’s prime minister has called on “friendly countries” to lend their support.
Social media giants Facebook and Twitter take action against Trump misinformation online
Facebook removed a post from the president while Twitter blocked a Trump campaign account.
Germany is planning to ban spotlights to save its insects
Light traps for insects are to be banned outdoors, while searchlights and sky spotlights would be outlawed.
'I wouldn't say it keeps me up at night' - McIlroy bids to end six-year drought
The 2020 PGA Championship, golf’s first major tournament in over a year, begins today.
Manchester United and Inter cruise into Europa League quarter-finals
After overcoming LASK, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side will now face Copenhagen in the last eight.
Fabio Jakobsen fighting for his life after horrific crash at Tour of Poland
The UCI said they strongly condemned the ‘dangerous behaviour’ of rival Dylan Groenewegen.
Manchester City complete €44million signing of Nathan Ake
The Netherlands international defender joins Pep Guardiola’s side from relegated Bournemouth.
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