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Former England fast bowler David Lawrence dead at 61
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250622-former-england-fast-bowler-david-lawrence-dead-at-61
Published: June 22, 2025 10:34
Nearly a year ago it was revealed that Gloucestershire fast bowler Lawrence, who took 18 wickets in five Tests between 1988 and 1992, had been diagnosed with motor neurone disease, an incurable illness, which progressively damages parts of the nervous…
Israelis emerge from shelters to devastation after Iran attacks
Published: June 22, 2025 08:52
In both Haifa and areas around Tel Aviv, the scenes were all too similar. Rubble filled streets at impact sites as the facades of apartment buildings were eviscerated by the falling projectiles, as rescue teams picked through the debris looking for…
At least three impacts in Israel during Iran missile attacks, 23 hurt
Published: June 22, 2025 07:06
Several buildings were heavily damaged in the Ramat Aviv area in Tel Aviv, with holes torn in the facades of apartment blocks. "Houses here were hit very, very badly," Tel Aviv mayor Ron Huldai told reporters at the scene. "Fortunately, one of them was…
Iran's nuclear programme: the key sites
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20250622-iran-s-nuclear-programme-the-key-sites
Published: June 22, 2025 04:48
American planes launched a "very successful attack", US President Donald Trump said, claiming Iran's main nuclear enrichment facilities had been "completely and totally obliterated". Trump has said Tehran must never get a nuclear weapon, and ally Israel…
Bombing Iran, Trump gambles on force over diplomacy
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20250622-bombing-iran-trump-gambles-on-force-over-diplomacy
Published: June 22, 2025 04:18
With President Donald Trump's order of strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, the United States -- like Israel, which encouraged him -- has brought the conflict into the open, and the consequences may not be clear for some time to come. "We will only know if it…
Itoje to Valetini: five to watch when the Lions face Australia
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250622-itoje-to-valetini-five-to-watch-when-the-lions-face-australia
Published: June 22, 2025 03:30
AFP Sports looks at five players who could prove pivotal to the series: Maro Itoje (ENG) The Lions rarely win Test series -- in four of seven international campaigns since rugby union turned professional they have returned home a beaten team. But one…
Wallabies confident but wary of wounded British and Irish Lions
Published: June 22, 2025 03:30
Andy Farrell's squad arrive in Perth on Sunday evening already feeling pressure after a slick Pumas exploited their lack of familiarity and cohesion in a rousing 28-24 victory on Friday. While far from the ideal send-off for a nine-game tour, which…
Freed Israeli hostage recounts 484-day nightmare in Gaza
Published: June 22, 2025 03:22
The 66-year-old Israeli-American and his wife Aviva were among 251 hostages seized from residential communities along the Gaza border, army bases and a music festival on October 7, 2023. In a recent interview with AFP, Siegel told of physical and sexual…
River Plate frustrated by Monterrey in 0-0 stalemate
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250622-river-plate-frustrated-by-monterrey-in-0-0-stalemate
Published: June 22, 2025 03:10
Poor finishing and a string of saves from Monterrey's Argentine goalkeeper Esteban Andrada -- who used to play for River's arch-rivals Boca Juniors -- denied the team from Buenos Aires three points that would have sealed their passage to the last 16 from…
Panama cuts internet, cell phones in restive province
Published: June 22, 2025 03:08
Right-wing President Jose Raul Mulino declared the emergency on Friday, suspending freedom of assembly and movement in Bocas del Toro province, where protesters have set up roadblocks and damaged the airport, businesses and offices. The National Authority…
UK PM Starmer says Kneecap should not perform Glastonbury
Published: June 22, 2025 03:08
Asked in an interview by The Sun tabloid whether the Irish rap trio should perform at the iconic festival next week, Starmer responded: "No, I don't, and I think we need to come down really clearly on this. "This is about the threats that shouldn't be…
In New York, Vermeer show reveals art of the love letter
Published: June 22, 2025 03:04
The show brings together a trio of paintings by 17th century Dutch master Johannes Vermeer: the Frick's own "Mistress and Maid," "The Love Letter" on loan from the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, and "Woman Writing a Letter with her Maid" from the National…
Coach Penney unsure of return to Super Rugby champions Crusaders
Published: June 22, 2025 02:58
The Crusaders went from missing the playoffs in 2024 under Penney to claiming the silverware with a grinding 16-12 win over Waikato Chiefs in Christchurch. A 15th Super Rugby title for the competition's most successful team was a personal triumph for the…
Trump's remarks in full after US strikes on Iran
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20250622-trump-s-remarks-in-full-after-us-strikes-on-iran
Published: June 22, 2025 02:54
Here is what Trump said in full: "A short time ago the US military carried out massive precision strikes on the three key nuclear facilities in the Iranian regime: Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan. "Everybody heard those names for years as they built this…
Olympic chief Kirsty Coventry's steeliness honed by hard knocks
Published: June 22, 2025 02:14
Looming large on the horizon of the 41-year-old Zimbabwean -- the first woman and African to occupy the post of the most powerful single figure in sport -- is US President Donald Trump. With Los Angeles hosting the 2028 Olympics, Trump will feature often…
Outgoing IOC president Thomas Bach faced mammoth challenges
Published: June 22, 2025 02:14
The 71-year-old German lawyer, a 1976 Olympic team fencing champion, faced many challenges during his time in power. AFP Sport picks out three: Russia 'the elephant in the room' President Vladimir Putin was the first person to ring Bach to congratulate…
Maro Itoje comes of age with Lions captaincy
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250622-maro-itoje-comes-of-age-with-lions-captaincy
Published: June 22, 2025 02:12
Itoje captained England's Under-20s to a world title in 2014 and as he rose through the ranks it was clear the Saracens lock was no ordinary player. A constant threat at the breakdown, outstanding at the line-out and punishing in defence, the physically…
Man City squad must be trimmed: Guardiola
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-man-city-squad-must-be-trimmed-guardiola
Published: June 21, 2025 23:54
The Premier League side brought in several players ahead of the Club World Cup, leaving Guardiola with a large squad. Midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has been linked with a move to Turkish side Galatasaray in recent days. Guardiola said he did not know…
Minjee Lee grabs four-shot lead at 'brutal' Women's PGA Championship
Published: June 21, 2025 23:48
Lee, chasing her third major title, fired three birdies in one of just three sub-par rounds at Fields Ranch East in Frisco, north of Dallas, where soaring temperatures and wind tested golfers for a third straight day. "I just try to stay patient out…
Inter Milan, Dortmund claim first wins at Club World Cup
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-inter-milan-dortmund-claim-first-wins-at-club-world-cup
Published: June 21, 2025 23:24
At Lumen Field in Seattle, Ryoma Watanabe got an early opening goal for Urawa Reds, who were backed by a noisy contingent of their supporters. But captain Lautaro Martinez -- who got Inter's equaliser in their 1-1 draw with Monterrey of Mexico in their…
South American teams lay down the gauntlet to Europe at Club World Cup
Published: June 21, 2025 22:54
The Argentine giants' phenomenal support at the Hard Rock Stadium could not quite get them over the line, as Michael Olise's late goal inflicted a first loss in 10 games on a side from CONMEBOL. But the evidence so far in the United States suggests that…
Fleetwood grabs PGA Travelers lead as top-ranked stars fade
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-fleetwood-grabs-pga-travelers-lead-as-top-ranked-stars-fade
Published: June 21, 2025 22:38
The 34-year-old Merseysider eagled the par-five 13th for the second consecutive day on the way to standing on 16-under 194 after 54 holes at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut. American Russell Henley, who won his fifth career PGA title in March…
Pro-Palestinian protest leader defiant despite US deportation threat
Published: June 21, 2025 21:42
"Even if they would kill me, I would still speak for Palestine," Khalil said as he was greeted by cheering supporters at Newark airport, just outside New York City. Khalil, a legal permanent resident in the United States who is married to a US citizen…
'Lucky' Lamothe hat-trick guides Bordeaux-Begles into Top 14 final
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-lamothe-hat-trick-guides-bordeaux-begles-into-top-14-final
Published: June 21, 2025 21:38
Lamothe became the first player to score three tries in a Top 14 knock-out game which helped clinch a place in next Saturday's decider in Paris against holders and record 23-time champions Toulouse. Bordeaux-Begles will now eye a double after winning the…
Inter Milan strike late to beat Urawa Reds at Club World Cup
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-inter-milan-strike-late-to-beat-urawa-reds-at-club-world-cup
Published: June 21, 2025 21:22
Ryoma Watanabe got an early opening goal for Urawa Reds, who were backed by a noisy contingent of their supporters at Lumen Field in Seattle. But captain Lautaro Martinez had got Inter's equaliser in their 1-1 draw with Monterrey of Mexico in their first…
Dortmund stars hide from sun at Club World Cup 'sauna'
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-dortmund-stars-hide-from-sun-at-club-world-cup-sauna
Published: June 21, 2025 20:52
The German side won 4-3 in Cincinnati at the TQL Stadium under a blazing sun, with the team's reserves watching the first half from the dressing room and the second under umbrellas on the bench. "I'm sweating like I've just come out of a sauna," said…
One game to win it all: Thunder host Pacers in NBA Finals game 7
Published: June 21, 2025 20:44
"We've got one game," Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton said. "One game. Nothing that has happened before matters and nothing that's going to happen after matters. It's all about that one game." The Thunder certainly know it too. "One game for everything you…
Russell says he's buried Sexton hatchet as old rivals united in quest for Lions glory
Published: June 21, 2025 20:42
Ireland great Sexton has previously criticised Scotland fly-half Russell as "flashy" and a "media darling", while adding he would select Owen Farrell -- Andy's son -- at No 10 in a three-Test campaign against the Wallabies because the former England…
I. Coast president Ouattara tapped to run for fourth term
Published: June 21, 2025 19:50
Ouattara himself has not yet confirmed whether or not he will run for a fourth term as president of the west African country. But delegates accepted his candidacy after Patrick Achi, head of the congress of the ruling Rally of Houphouetists for Democracy…
Eight dead in Brazil hot-air balloon accident
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20250621-eight-dead-in-brazil-hot-air-balloon-accident-1
Published: June 21, 2025 19:48
It was the second fatal balloon accident in the vast South American country in less than a week. "Eight fatalities and 13 survivors," Santa Catarina state governor Jorginho Mello said on X. Videos taken by bystanders and carried on Brazilian television…
Protesters slam war profiteering, Israel at French air fair
Published: June 21, 2025 19:24
The long-planned protest at the Paris Air Show outside the French capital also comes as Israel's war with Iran drags on into a ninth day, with Tehran threatening to hit back in force at Israel's offensive against its arch-rival. The presence of Israeli…
US-backed Gaza aid group says people 'desperately need more aid'
Published: June 21, 2025 19:16
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) began operations at the end of May when Israel eased a two-month blockade on Gaza that the United Nations said had produced famine-like conditions. The foundation's operations have been marred by chaotic scenes and…
Feyi-Waboso sees red as France beat England in unofficial Test
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-feyi-waboso-sees-red-as-france-beat-england-in-unofficial-test
Published: June 21, 2025 18:26
Neither nation was at full strength for the non-capped clash. England were without 13 players selected in the British and Irish Lions squad, while those involved in the Top 14 semi-finals were unavailable for the visitors. Feyi-Waboso was well in…
From attendances to NBA-style walkouts: Club World Cup talking points
Published: June 21, 2025 18:24
AFP Sport looks at some of the main talking points at the tournament so far: Political shadow FIFA have faced criticism for their increasingly close links to US President Donald Trump and his administration. Ahead of the tournament, UEFA accused FIFA…
Eight dead in Brazil hot air balloon accident
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20250621-eight-dead-in-brazil-hot-air-balloon-accident
Published: June 21, 2025 18:08
"Eight fatalities and 13 survivors," governor Jorginho Mello said on X. Videos taken by bystanders and carried on Brazilian television showed the moment when the balloon erupted in flames above the coastal town of Praia Grande. The weather conditions…
Bellingham strikes as Dortmund sink Sundowns in Club World Cup thriller
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-bellingham-strikes-as-dortmund-sink-sundowns
Published: June 21, 2025 18:02
The English midfielder, who this month followed older brother Jude's footsteps in joining the German side, started for the first time for Dortmund. Sundowns of South Africa took a surprise early lead but Dortmund hit back strongly to triumph in sweltering…
Alcaraz sets up Queen's final clash with Lehecka
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-alcaraz-sets-up-queen-s-final-clash-with-lehecka-1
Published: June 21, 2025 17:00
Alcaraz extended his career-best winning streak to 17 matches in a semi-final played in sweltering conditions at the Wimbledon warm-up event in west London. The five-time Grand Slam champion hit 36 winners and 15 aces to dispatch his fellow Spaniard in 90…
Alcaraz sets up Queen's final clash with Lehecka
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-alcaraz-sets-up-queen-s-final-clash-with-lehecka
Published: June 21, 2025 16:50
Alcaraz extended his career-best winning streak to 17 matches in a semi-final played in sweltering conditions at the Wimbledon warm-up event in west London. The five-time Grand Slam champion hit 36 winners and 15 aces to dispatch his fellow Spaniard in 90…
MLB suspends Padres pitcher three games for hitting Ohtani
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-mlb-suspends-padres-pitcher-three-games-for-hitting-ohtani
Published: June 21, 2025 16:46
The punishment, handed down Friday night, came for his pitch in the bottom of the ninth inning on Thursday at Dodger Stadium. Suarez appealed the ban, which will not begin until that process is complete. San Diego manager Mike Shildt and Dodgers manager…
Medvedev dispatches home hope Zverev to reach Halle final
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-medvedev-dispatches-home-hope-zverev-to-reach-halle-final
Published: June 21, 2025 16:42
The world number 11 came through 7-6 (7/3), 6-7 (3/7), 6-4 after an exceptional baseline battle lasing just under three hours. On Sunday, Medvedev will play in his first final on the tour since March 2024, against either fellow Russian Karen Khachanov or…
Lazzat denies Japan a first Royal Ascot winner in thrilling climax
Published: June 21, 2025 16:12
Lazzat's victory rounded off a superb week for owner the Emir of Qatar's Wathnan Racing, a final day double -- both ridden by James Doyle -- taking their tally to five. Lazzat was France's last hope of salvaging something from the week -- indeed their…
Nottingham Forest boss Nuno signs new three-year contract
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-nottingham-forest-boss-nuno-signs-new-three-year-contract
Published: June 21, 2025 15:42
The 51-year-old led Forest to a seventh-place finish in the Premier League last season, securing European qualification for the first time since the 1995/96 season. After battling relegation for much of their first two campaigns back in the Premier League…
Ill Mbappe out of second Real Madrid Club World Cup clash
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-ill-mbappe-out-of-second-real-madrid-club-world-cup-clash
Published: June 21, 2025 15:30
The French superstar was taken to hospital on Thursday for tests and treatment after suffering gastroenteritis, before later being released. Mbappe is improving "bit by bit" said the club source, but he will not fly with his team-mates for Sunday's match…
Tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters march in London
Published: June 21, 2025 15:04
Protesters waved Palestinian flags, donned keffiyeh scarves and carried signs including "Stop arming Israel" and "No war on Iran" as they marched in the sweltering heat in central London. "It's important to remember that people are suffering in Gaza. I…
Lehecka stuns Draper to reach Queen's final
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-lehecka-stuns-draper-to-reach-queen-s-final
Published: June 21, 2025 14:38
Lehecka blasted 36 winners and hit 16 aces to end Draper's bid for a maiden final appearance at the Wimbledon warm-up event in west London. The 23-year-old will face French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz or Spanish veteran Roberto Bautista Agut in Sunday's…
Marc Marquez continues MotoGP dominance by winning Mugello sprint
Published: June 21, 2025 14:14
The Spanish motorcycling great had to battle back from a disastrous start from pole position at Mugello to claim the full 12 points and move 35 points clear of his closest challenger and brother Alex Marquez. Marc Marquez, who dropped back into the middle…
Gaza rescuers say Israeli fire kills 8 near aid centres, 4 others
Published: June 21, 2025 14:14
Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP that three people were killed by gunfire from Israeli forces while waiting to collect aid in the southern Gaza Strip. In a separate incident, Bassal said five people were killed in a central area known as the…
Bangladesh draw first Test with Sri Lanka after rain hampers play
Published: June 21, 2025 12:54
Sri Lanka were set a tall order of 296 in 37 overs and were tottering at 72-4 when stumps were drawn 9.5 overs into the final hour, with both captains shaking hands and accepting no result was possible. The day belonged to Bangladesh skipper Najmul…
Pant scores India's third hundred in 1st Test before England hit back
Published: June 21, 2025 12:30
India were cruising towards a score in excess of 500 after being sent into bat by England captain Ben Stokes on Friday's first day of a five-match series. But a collapse either side of lunch on Saturday saw India lose their last seven wickets for 41 runs…
Vondrousova surprises Sabalenka to reach Berlin final
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-vondrousova-surprises-sabalenka-to-reach-berlin-final
Published: June 21, 2025 12:18
The 25-year-old Czech, ranked 164 in the world rankings, dominated Sabalenka 6-2. 6-4, to set up a Sunday title clash with the winner of the other semi-final on the grass in Berlin between Wang Xinyu and Liudmila Samsonova. Vondrousova plummeted down the…
Mexican boxing legend Alvarez promises Crawford bout will be one of his 'best'
Published: June 21, 2025 12:12
The 34-year-old became sole possessor of all the title belts at the weight for a second time when he beat IBF champion William Scull by unanimous points decision in Riyadh last month. Crawford was at that bout and immediately threw down the gauntlet --…
Israeli building hit in wave of drone attacks: rescue services
Published: June 21, 2025 11:48
"A drone strike hit a two-storey residential building in northern Israel", the Magen David Adom said in a statement, referring to an impact site in the Beit She'an valley by the northeastern border with Jordan. Israel's sophisticated air defences have…
Farrell adamant Lions 'won't suger-coat' Argentina loss
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-farrell-adamant-lions-won-t-suger-coat-argentina-loss
Published: June 21, 2025 11:12
The Lions lost after their second-half fightback on Friday was cut short by Santiago Cordero's match-winning try for the Pumas in the 59th minute. Farrell's squad, comprised of leading players from England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, travel to Australia…
Malaysia's Dayaks mark rice harvest end with colourful parade
Published: June 21, 2025 10:36
The Gawai Dayak 2025 Parade in state capital Kuching is the only annual gathering by representatives of around 11 of Sarawak's main Dayak groups -- which participants said helps to keep alive a unique part of the Southeast Asian nation's culture. Marchers…
Shanto clinches second ton as Bangladesh set Sri Lanka 296-run target
Published: June 21, 2025 10:32
The Bangladesh captain brought up the milestone in unorthodox fashion with a reverse sweep for a single off debutant Tharindu Rathnayake to join an exclusive club of players to score centuries in both innings of a Test. Shanto's undefeated 125 came after…
Crusaders out-muscle Chiefs to clinch 15th Super Rugby crown
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-crusaders-out-muscle-chiefs-to-clinch-15th-super-rugby-crown-1
Published: June 21, 2025 10:04
The home side were out-scored two tries to one in Christchurch but 11 points from the boot of fly-half Rivez Reihana proved decisive in a brutal contest dominated by defence. The Crusaders played no-frills rugby to extend their perfect record to 32 wins…
Crusaders out-muscle Chiefs to clinch 15th Super Rugby crown
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-crusaders-out-muscle-chiefs-to-clinch-15th-super-rugby-crown
Published: June 21, 2025 09:36
The home side were out-scored two tries to one in Christchurch but 11 points from the boot of fly-half Rivez Reihana proved decisive in a brutal contest dominated by defence. The Crusaders played no-frills rugby to extend their perfect record to 32 wins…
Iran-Israel war: latest developments
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20250621-iran-israel-war-latest-developments
Published: June 21, 2025 07:38
Here are the latest developments: Iran arrests 22 over Israeli spy links Police in Iran's Qom province said 22 people "linked to Israeli spy services" had been arrested since June 13. "22 people were identified and arrested on charges of being linked to…
VP Vance says US troops still 'necessary' in Los Angeles
Published: June 21, 2025 07:28
President Donald Trump has sent roughly 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines, purportedly to protect federal property and personnel, after demonstrations over immigration raids. "Unfortunately, the soldiers and Marines are still very much a…
Australian opener Konstas says he has 'come a long way'
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-australian-opener-konstas-says-he-has-come-a-long-way
Published: June 21, 2025 06:50
The 19-year-old made headlines in the Melbourne Boxing Day Test last year when he took on fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah to make a blazing debut 60 with a slew of unorthodox shots. But he only lasted one more Test before being jettisoned with some pundits…
Water levels plummet at drought-hit Iraqi reservoir
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20250621-water-levels-plummet-at-drought-hit-iraqi-reservoir
Published: June 21, 2025 06:26
Amid these conditions, visible cracks have emerged in the retreating shoreline of the artificial lake, which lies in northern Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region and was created in the 1950s. Dukan Lake has been left three quarters empty, with its director…
'Survive, nothing more': Cuba's elderly live hand to mouth
Published: June 21, 2025 05:48
As the communist island battles its deepest economic crisis in three decades, the state is finding it increasingly hard to care for some 2.4 million inhabitants -- more than a quarter of the population -- aged 60 and over. Sixty is the age at which women…
Olympic balloon to rise again in Paris
https://www.rfi.fr/en/olympic-games/20250621-olympic-balloon-to-rise-again-in-paris
Published: June 21, 2025 05:14
During the Games, the Olympic cauldron tethered to a balloon flew above the Tuileries garden at sunset every day, with thousands flocking to see the seven-metre (23 feet) wide ring of electric fire. Last summer's version "had been thought up to last for…
As sports embrace gender tests, Coventry and IOC may follow
Published: June 21, 2025 04:52
Such testing has its critics and the Olympics have already tried it once only to abandon it in 1996. Incoming president Kirsty Coventry, who will become the first woman to lead the Olympic movement when she starts her term on Monday, signalled a change of…
Samaranch Senior -- controversial diplomat who saved the Olympics
Published: June 21, 2025 04:52
Samaranch Senior -- whose son of the same name finished runner-up to Coventry in the IOC presidential election in March -- did, like Coventry, serve in a controversial regime prior to being elected in 1980. While Coventry has been sports and arts minister…
Bayern overcome battling Boca to reach Club World Cup last 16
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-bayern-overcome-battling-boca-to-reach-club-world-cup-last-16
Published: June 21, 2025 03:12
Kane's strike gave the German champions the lead only for Miguel Merentiel to equalise, but Olise popped up with a late winner. After defeats for Paris Saint-Germain against Botofogo and Chelsea against Flamengo, Bayern bucked the trend of European teams…
Jeeno extends lead at Women's PGA Championship
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-jeeno-extends-lead-at-women-s-pga-championship
Published: June 21, 2025 02:38
Jeeno, the world number two from Thailand, started the day with a one-shot lead over Australia's Minjee Lee at Fields Ranch East at PGA Frisco north of Dallas. She teed off on the 10th hole and after a bogey at 12 was back in control with birdies at the…
Japan-US-Philippines coast guards simulate crisis amid China threat
Published: June 21, 2025 02:24
The joint coast guard exercises held off Japan's southwest shore follow a warning from the three countries about Chinese activity in disputed regional waters. Tensions between China and other claimants to parts of the East and South China Seas have pushed…
Flamengo floor Chelsea at Club World Cup, Bayern edge out Boca
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250621-flamengo-floor-chelsea-at-club-world-cup-bayern-face-boca
Published: June 21, 2025 01:40
In Philadelphia, Pedro Neto gave Chelsea an early lead but Flamengo, roared on by their frenzied supporters who made up the majority of the 54,019 crowd, did not deserve to be behind and came roaring back in the second half. Bruno Henrique came off the…
Tech-fueled misinformation distorts Iran-Israel fighting
Published: June 21, 2025 01:32
The information warfare unfolding alongside ground combat -- sparked by Israel's strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities and military leadership -- underscores a digital crisis in the age of rapidly advancing AI tools that have blurred the lines between truth…
Pro-Palestinian protest leader released from US custody
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20250621-pro-palestinian-protest-leader-released-from-us-custody
Published: June 21, 2025 01:00
Khalil, a legal permanent resident in the United States who is married to a US citizen and has a US-born son, has been in custody since March facing potential deportation. "This shouldn't have taken three months," Khalil, wearing a Palestinian keffiyeh…
Panama declares state of emergency over deadly pension protests
Published: June 21, 2025 00:06
The protests that erupted two months ago in Bocas del Toro, a major banana-producing region, intensified this week, culminating in clashes with police that left one person dead and around 30 people, including several officers, the police said. Over 50…
Defending champions Toulouse hold off Bayonne to reach Top 14 final
Published: June 20, 2025 22:38
Toulouse scored two tries through half-backs Romain Ntamack and Paul Graou, while full-back Thomas Ramos kicked 22 points. But Ugo Mola's side were pushed hard in the sweltering Lyon heat, failing to erase the doubts of their 35-18 defeat in the Champions…
Teams from 'south' have Club World Cup heat advantage: Dortmund's Kovac
Published: June 20, 2025 22:34
South American teams have impressed at the tournament and are unbeaten to this point, while Dortmund's South African opponents on Saturday, Mamelodi Sundowns, beat Ulsan HD in their first Group F match. Temperatures are expected to rise up to 32 degrees…
'It's only match one' says Itoje after Lions mauled by Pumas
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-it-s-only-match-one-says-itoje-after-lions-mauled-by-pumas
Published: June 20, 2025 22:30
The Lions, who leave for a three-Test tour of Australia on Saturday, were outplayed in the first half and, after a second half resurgence, went down 28-24. Bundee Aki and Tadhg Beirne both went over the Pumas line and the Lions were also awarded a penalty…
Fleetwood, Thomas and Scheffler share PGA Travelers lead
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-fleetwood-thomas-and-scheffler-share-pga-travelers-lead
Published: June 20, 2025 22:26
Thomas reeled off five consecutive birdies in firing a six-under par 64 while Fleetwood shot 65 and Scheffler fired a 69 to all stand on nine-under 131 for 36 holes at windy TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut. Paris Olympic runner-up Fleetwood,…
Maresca accepts Chelsea were second best in Flamengo loss
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-maresca-accepts-chelsea-were-second-best-in-flamengo-loss
Published: June 20, 2025 22:04
"Six minutes completely changed the dynamic of the game," Maresca said after Flamengo came from behind to lead 2-1 with two quickfire goals just after the hour mark before Jackson's red card left Chelsea down to 10 men. Pedro Neto gave the Blues an early…
Argentina's Kirchner urges backers not to gather as police deploy
Published: June 20, 2025 21:22
Kirchner alleged on social media the government had "orchestrated a police operation at the door of my house with the sole purpose of provoking conflicts." She called on her backers, who held a days-long vigil outside her flat, to exercise "wisdom and…
Lions slump to warm-up defeat by Argentina
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-lions-slump-to-warm-up-defeat-by-argentina
Published: June 20, 2025 21:22
Bundee Aki and Tadhg Beirne both went over the Pumas line and the Lions were also awarded a penalty try but the visitors replied with three tries of their own including one for fly-half Tomas Albornoz who finished with 18 points. It was the first opening…
Habz, Stark light up Diamond League as Girma banishes Paris blues
Published: June 20, 2025 21:12
Paris proved to be the perfect testing ground as athletes continue to fine-tune their form ahead of September's world championships in Tokyo. Habz sent the partisan crowd into raptures by becoming the sixth fastest man over 1500m of all time, riding the…
Haliburton warns Pacers of 'poison' of outside noise before NBA Finals game 7
Published: June 20, 2025 21:06
The Pacers pushed Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder to a winner-take-all game seven with a stunning blowout victory on Thursday, Haliburton inspiring his teammates with a 14-point performance two days after he limped through game five with a right…
Trump says two weeks is 'maximum' for Iran decision
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20250620-trump-says-two-weeks-is-maximum-for-iran-decision
Published: June 20, 2025 20:26
Trump added that he was not inclined to stop Israel attacking Iran because it was "winning," and was dismissive of European efforts to mediate an end to the conflict. "I'm giving them a period of time, and I would say two weeks would be the maximum,"…
Benfica knock out Auckland in delayed Club World Cup romp
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-benfica-knock-out-auckland-in-club-world-cup-romp
Published: June 20, 2025 20:26
With the Portuguese side leading by a goal at half-time the match was suspended because of a storm, eventually resuming two hours later. "This is the longest game of my career, a special thanks to our fans, who have been here for five hours supporting the…
Flamengo fightback floors Chelsea at Club World Cup
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-flamengo-fightback-floors-chelsea-at-club-world-cup
Published: June 20, 2025 20:20
Pedro Neto had given Chelsea the lead in the first half but Flamengo, roared on by their frenzied supporters who made up the majority of the 54,019 crowd, did not deserve to be behind and produced a stunning fightback after the interval. Bruno Henrique…
Jaiswal salutes 'special' hundred as Vaughan 'staggered' to see England bowl first
Published: June 20, 2025 20:16
The tourists enjoyed an ideal start to the five-match series, reaching stumps on the opening day in the dominant position of 359-3 as opener Jaiswal (101) and new captain Shubman Gill (127 not out) took a toll of England's attack. Gill said at the toss he…
Wirtz wants to 'win everything' for Liverpool after record move
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-wirtz-wants-to-win-everything-for-liverpool-after-record-move
Published: June 20, 2025 20:04
Reports in England said the Premier League champions will pay an initial £100 million ($134 million) for Wirtz, comfortably surpassing their own record outlay, with a further £16 million in performance-related add-ons making it a British record deal. …
Sahel juntas pile pressure on foreign mining firms
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20250620-sahel-juntas-pile-pressure-on-foreign-mining-firms
Published: June 20, 2025 19:10
Niger's nationalisation of the local branch of French uranium giant Orano on Thursday is the latest such measure by the junta and its allies in Burkina Faso and Mali. In particular the coup-hit trio, which have all turned their backs on their shared…
Europe powers urge Iran to keep up diplomacy despite Israeli strikes
Published: June 20, 2025 19:06
British, French, German and EU top diplomats held talks in Geneva with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, giving diplomacy a chance one week after Israel started its bombardment. "The good result today is that we leave the room with the impression…
US judge orders release of pro-Palestinian protest leader
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20250620-us-judge-orders-release-of-pro-palestinian-protest-leader
Published: June 20, 2025 18:54
Khalil, a legal permanent US resident who is married to a US citizen and has a US-born son, has been in custody since March facing potential deportation. District Judge Michael Farbiarz ordered Khalil's release on bail during a hearing on Friday,…
Gill launches India captaincy reign in style with hundred against England
Published: June 20, 2025 18:50
India -- sent into bat by England captain Ben Stokes -- were in the commanding position of 359-3 at close of play on the first day of this five-Test series. Gill was 127 not out after sharing a stand of 129 for the third wicket with opener Jaiswal,…
Sabalenka saves four match points against Rybakina to reach Berlin semis
Published: June 20, 2025 18:26
Trailing the 2022 Wimbledon champion 6-2 in the final-set tie-break, Sabalenka won six straight points in a 7-6 (8/6), 3-6, 7-6 (8/6) comeback to reach her eighth semi-final of the season after two hours 42 minutes. She next meets 2023 Wimbledon champion…
Liverpool complete record swoop for Wirtz from Leverkusen
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-liverpool-complete-record-swoop-for-wirtz-from-leverkusen
Published: June 20, 2025 18:24
It was reported in England that the Premier League champions will pay an initial £100 million ($134 million) for Wirtz, comfortably surpassing their own record outlay. A further £16 million in performance-related add-ons would make it a British record…
Mexico's Sheinbaum claims drop in homicides, experts dubious
Published: June 20, 2025 17:54
Since Sheinbaum took over from party colleague Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador last October, official data shows murders in the cartel violence-riddled country dropping by a quarter to May. Partly driven by pressure from US President Donald Trump to curb drug…
Supreme Court allows US victim suits against Palestinian authorities
Published: June 20, 2025 17:26
The court issued a unanimous 9-0 decision in a long-running case involving the jurisdiction of US federal courts to hear lawsuits against the Palestinian Authority (PA) and Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO). Americans killed or injured in attacks in…
Tennis star Sinner releases duet with Italian tenor Bocelli
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-tennis-star-sinner-releases-duet-with-italian-tenor-bocelli
Published: June 20, 2025 17:06
The song, "Polvere e Gloria" (Dust And Glory), features three-time Grand Slam champion Sinner, not singing but repeating parts of his winning and losing speeches, which he recorded at Bocelli's studio in Tuscany. "I am very happy and honoured to be part…
Royal Ascot is 'heaven on earth' for shock winner Cercene's trainer
Published: June 20, 2025 16:14
Cercene was at 33/1 the longest price winner ever in the Coronation Stakes, she showed real grit under Gary Carroll to battle back to overcome French favourite Zarigana. For Carroll and trainer Joe Murphy, who had only had one previous runner at the…
Alcaraz extends winning streak, Draper into semi-finals at Queen's
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-draper-digs-deep-to-reach-queen-s-semi-finals-for-first-time
Published: June 20, 2025 15:52
In his first tournament since winning the French Open in remarkable fashion against Jannik Sinner, the world number two had been forced to come through a gruelling three-set battle against Jaume Munar in Thursday's second round. But Alcaraz was ruthless…
Afghan-born Nadia Nadim returns to Danish team for Euros
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20250620-afghan-born-nadia-nadim-returns-to-danish-team-for-euros
Published: June 20, 2025 15:50
The Afghan-born forward, who plays for Hammarby in the Swedish league after stints with Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain and AC Milan, last appeared for Denmark against Germany in 2023. "We see Nadia as a player capable of making a difference for us.…
NATO scrambles to overcome Spain block on summit spending deal
Published: June 20, 2025 15:46
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Thursday threw a last-minute hand grenade into preparations for the gathering in The Hague by coming out strongly against the agreement. In a blistering letter to NATO chief Mark Rutte, Sanchez said that committing…
19 injured in Israeli port after Iran missile barrage: hospital
Published: June 20, 2025 15:34
Iran has been launching daily missile salvos at Israel for the past week since a wide-ranging Israeli attack on its nuclear and military facilities triggered war. One projectile slammed into an area by the docks in Haifa on Friday afternoon where it…
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