Canadian women lose twice but advance to quarterfinals at Dubai 7s
Canada's women defeated Brazil but lost to Japan and New Zealand on Day 1 of the Emirates Dubai Sevens in Dubai, the opening event of World Rugby's 2025 HSBC SVNS series.
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Controversial 4-Minute VAR Check Denies Southampton Victory Over Brighton In Premier League
Southampton were denied victory by a controversial VAR decision in a 1-1 draw at high-flying Brighton on Friday. Flynn Downes had just cancelled out Kaoru Mitoma's opener for Brighton when Cameron Archer thought he had put the Saints 2-1 up. A VAR check of more than four minutes eventually decided Archer was onside but penalised Adam Armstrong, who was offside but did not touch the ball, for interfering with play. Southampton had to settle for a first away point of the season as a result and remain bottom of the table, four points adrift of safety.
'Rare' chance to live on Manchester street named one of UK’s top hidden gems
A rare opportunity has come up to live on an iconic Manchester street that has been named one of the UK's top hidden gems. Anita Street, which is made up of two distinctive rows of pretty Victorian terraces, came joint first in a list of streets in the country which “you won’t want to miss”.
'I recently visited Benidorm – tourists must avoid 10 things or face huge fines'
A travel influencer has highlighted 10 things holidaymakers should avoid in Benidorm.
Preview: Ireland Aussie clash perfect for party time
One former ruler returns, another takes his leave, a genuine out-half battle that looks set to run for years, a Lions sub-plot, and there's the small matter of a 150th birthday party.
UK intelligence chief accuses Russia of 'staggeringly reckless' sabotage campaign
The head of Britain's foreign intelligence service, MI6, has said Russia is conducting a "staggeringly reckless" sabotage campaign against Ukraine's Western allies — and that his agents are working to stop it from spiralling out of control.
Leicester City Name Ex-Manchester United Interim Boss As New Manager
Leicester named Ruud van Nistelrooy as the club's new manager on Friday, just weeks after his departure from Manchester United. The Dutchman left United earlier this month after a short spell as interim boss and previously serving as assistant to Erik ten Hag. Leicester sacked Steve Cooper on Sunday after just 12 Premier League games in charge, with the Foxes 16th in the table and only one point above the relegation zone. "I'm proud, I'm excited. Everybody that I speak to about Leicester City Football Club is enthusiastic," said Van Nistelrooy in a club statement.
Massive Blow For Liverpool, To Lose Star Defender To Injury For Huge Manchester City Game
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has expressed his frustration at suffering a knee injury that will rule him out of Sunday's top-of-the-table Premier League clash against Manchester City. Konate picked up the issue in the dying seconds of the Reds' 2-0 Champions League win over Real Madrid after a clash with Brazilian striker Endrick. The French international's form has been key to Liverpool's stunning start to Arne Slot's time in charge. Liverpool are eight points clear at the top of the Premier League and have won all five of their Champions League games.