'We're not giving up' on independence: Scottish external affairs secretary
The Cabinet Secretary added that "Brexit…is bad for Scotland and for the UK. It's damaging, it undermines our economic situation and our link with the rest of Europe".
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Djokovic sets up Medvedev clash in Astana semi-finals
Novak Djokovic dominated Russian Karen Khachanov 6-4, 6-3 to reach the Astana ATP semi-finals on Friday where he will face Daniil Medvedev.
Brave NHS worker who told of little children being lined up and shot in war-ravaged Ukraine is set to return
A brave Greater Manchester NHS worker who told of little children being lined up and shot by Russian soldiers in war-ravaged Ukraine is planning to return for a second time to help train troops and hospital staff.
Novak Djokovic cruises past Karen Khachanov in Astana quarter-final
Novak Djokovic dominated Russian Karen Khachanov 6-4, 6-3, as he took 88 minutes Friday to reach the Astana ATP tournament semi-finals. "I didn't play as well from the baseline as I did in the first two matches, but still it was enough," said Djokovic after the match.
Serbian Scientists Name New Species Of Beetle After Novak Djokovic: Report
Serbian scientists have named a new species of beetle after tennis great Novak Djokovic due to its speed, strength, flexibility, durability and ability to survive in a difficult environment, Serbian media reported on Friday. The insect, which belongs to the Duvalius genus of ground beetles that are present in Europe, was discovered several years ago in an underground pit in western Serbia. It is named Duvalius Dokovici, the Tanjug news agency quoted researcher Nikola Vesovic as saying.
Brittney Griner's wife Cherelle's tearful first interview since WNBA star's arrest
Cherelle Griner has given her first interview since her wife, Brittney Griner, was arrested back in February under drug charges.
Iran forward Azmoun doubtful for World Cup with calf injury
LEVERKUSEN: Iran forward Sardar Azmoun is a doubt for the World Cup after picking up an injury while warming up for Bayer Leverkusen.The Bundesliga club said late Thursday that the 27-year-old Azmoun is expected to miss six to eight weeks after tearing a muscle in his right calf in the warm-up before Tuesday’s 2-0 loss at Porto in the Champions League.Iran’s World Cup campaign begins against England on Nov. 21 in Doha, four days before playing Wales in Ar-Rayyan.
Soccer-Portugal winger Neto to miss World Cup due to ankle injury
(Reuters) - Wolverhampton Wanderers and Portugal winger Pedro Neto will undergo surgery on an ankle injury and miss the upcoming World Cup in Qatar, his Premier League team said on Friday.