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Belgium and Egypt draw 1-1 in World Cup group game

Belgium and Egypt draw 1-1 in World Cup group game

Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup opener on Monday after a second-half Belgian equalizer spoiled Mohamed Salah's 34th birthday.

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Vilified Knicks owner Dolan gets some relief with NBA title

Vilified Knicks owner Dolan gets some relief with NBA title

The NBA title secured by the New York Knicks on Saturday could help salvage the legacy of franchise owner James Dolan, who has been accused of incompetence, personal vendettas and egocentrism for almost 30 years.

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Deadly Russian strikes kill 11, set landmark Kyiv monastery ablaze

Deadly Russian strikes kill 11, set landmark Kyiv monastery ablaze

An overnight Russian barrage of missiles killed at least 11 people across Ukraine and sparked a fire at one of the most important Orthodox monasteries in the capital Kyiv.

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Clark seeks US Open redemption after smashing Oakmont locker

Clark seeks US Open redemption after smashing Oakmont locker

Wyndham Clark, who smashed his locker in frustration after missing the cut at last year's US Open, arrived at Shinnecock for this year's Open seeking redemption and better results.

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New York classical concerts adapt to growing population with dementia

New York classical concerts adapt to growing population with dementia

In his early sixties, Rob Kaufman suffered a medical emergency that caused him to faint and hit his head on a wood floor, resulting in a traumatic brain injury.

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Cape Verde hero Vozinha sheds 'tears of resilience' after stopping Spain

Cape Verde hero Vozinha sheds 'tears of resilience' after stopping Spain

Spain failed to find a way past inspired Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha as the 40-year-old secured a stunning 0-0 draw for the World Cup debutants and was reduced to tears at his heroics.

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England ready to take final step at World Cup, says Saka

England ready to take final step at World Cup, says Saka

Bukayo Saka says England have the "talent, passion and confidence" to finally win the World Cup after a series of agonising near-misses in major tournaments.

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Trump says Hormuz to 'completely open' after US-Iran peace deal

Trump says Hormuz to 'completely open' after US-Iran peace deal

US President Donald Trump said on Monday the Strait of Hormuz would be fully open later in the week, after Washington and Tehran announced a deal to end the Middle East war.

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Senegal aim to overcome 'regrettable' absence of fans denied World Cup visas

Senegal aim to overcome 'regrettable' absence of fans denied World Cup visas

The secretary general of the Senegalese Football Federation has told AFP he is confident his country can have a big impact at this year's World Cup despite the "regrettable" decision of US authorities to refuse to issue visas to their supporters.

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Spain held by tiny Cape Verde at World Cup as Iran make bow

Spain held by tiny Cape Verde at World Cup as Iran make bow

European champions Spain were held to a shock 0-0 draw by tiny World Cup debutants Cape Verde on Monday as Iran prepared to make their long-awaited entrance at the tournament after a build-up engulfed by uncertainty.

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