US hopeful Hormuz strait deal will be done 'today or tomorrow'
The United States was hopeful that a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would be done "today or tomorrow", a top official said Tuesday, sending oil prices tumbling on optimism for increased shipments in the vital waterway.
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Tsitsipas comeback continues with Montreal first-round win
Former world number three Stefanos Tsitsipas regained some of the touch lost during a recent rankings slump, with the high-profile qualifier dispatching Martin Damm 6-4, 6-4 on Tuesday at the Montreal Masters.
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Michigan primary puts Democratic divide on the ballot
US Democrats voted Tuesday in their marquee primary in Michigan, choosing between a left-wing insurgent and an establishment-backed congresswoman in a contest that has become a proxy war over Israel, electability and the future of the national party.
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Swiatek fends off Bejlek to reach Toronto third round
Former world number one Iga Swiatek survived some nervy moments to launch her US Open build-up with a 6-0, 6-3 victory over Sara Bejlek in her second-round opener at the Toronto WTA 1000 on Tuesday.
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South Africa captain Kolisi to make Test return in Argentina
South Africa flanker Siya Kolisi will make his first Test appearance of the season when he captains the world champions against Argentina in Buenos Aires on Saturday.
Read moreReusser romps to overall lead at Tour de France Femmes
Marlen Reusser took the overall lead in the Tour de France Femmes on Tuesday, after a carefully executed plan to win the 21km time-trial between Gevrey-Chambertin and Dijon.
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Cuba's famed resilience comes at a growing mental cost
Cubans take pride in facing hardship with resilience and ingenuity, but that fortitude comes at a high psychological cost amid the island's latest protracted crisis.
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McDonald's reports slower US sales in 2nd quarter
McDonald's reported slower sales growth in the US market in the second quarter as executives blamed too many simultaneous promotional offers, including a World Cup campaign that disappointed.
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Swiss Reusser wins Tour de France Femmes time-trial
Marlen Reusser took the overall lead in the Tour de France Femmes on Tuesday, winning a 21km time-trial between Gevrey-Chambertin and Dijon.
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Arsenal step up bid to sign Newcastle's Guimaraes: reports
Arsenal have stepped up talks with Newcastle in a bid to sign Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, according to reports on Tuesday.
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