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Gauff at ease in Paris as she prepares to defend French Open title

Pep 'made me believe I could be a coach', says Kompany

Ebola risk now at highest level in DR Congo, says WHO

Rising Spain star Jodar wants to 'follow own path' at Roland Garros

Wawrinka considering return for famous French Open shorts

Success fuels Guardiola's campaign for a 'better society'

Ukraine hits college in Russian-occupied town, killing 6: Moscow

EU seeks to rebalance trade relationship with China

SpaceX to retry Starship test launch Friday

Spurs must play with 'blood, character, and spirit': De Zerbi

Stocks gain, oil higher as investors weigh Mideast peace prospects

Carney says Alberta 'essential' to Canada as separatist push advances

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Friday that Alberta was "essential" to the country's future, hours after the province's leader moved the oil-rich region closer toward a referendum on independence.

Barcelona's Putellas dismisses talk of future before Champions League final

Barcelona star Alexia Putellas on Friday refused to answer questions about her future beyond this season as the former Ballon d'Or winner prepares to lead the Catalans into the Women's Champions League final against Lyon.

Mexico, EU to lower tariffs in bid to grow non-US trade

The European Union and Mexico will on Friday sign a deal reducing tariffs on each other's goods as both seek to lessen their dependence on trade with the United States.

Carrick appointed as Man Utd permanent coach

Michael Carrick said he wanted to make Manchester United challengers for major trophies again after the club confirmed him as their new permanent head coach on a two-year contract on Friday.

Italy's Bettiol claims Giro 13th stage, Eulalio holds lead

Alberto Bettiol won the 13th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Friday while Afonso Eulalio retained the overall lead as the contenders kept their powder dry ahead of a big weekend for the general classification.

Sabalenka poised to 'go for it' at Roland Garros

Aryna Sabalenka said Friday she is ready, in body and mind, to conquer clay and take a first Roland Garros title.

Latest Neuer injury 'no danger' for World Cup, say Bayern

Manuel Neuer's latest injury setback will not impact his participation at this summer's World Cup, Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl insisted on Friday.

Sinner says returning to Roland Garros 'special feeling' after 2025 final

World number one Jannik Sinner said on Friday that coming back to the home of the French Open was "nice" despite it bringing back memories of the iconic final last year, which he lost in five sets to Carlos Alcaraz.

Rubio tells NATO allies to face up to troop cuts in Europe

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Washington's NATO allies Friday to face up to US troop cuts in Europe, as the alliance sought to patch over tensions with President Donald Trump ahead of a July summit.

Castro backers rally in front of US embassy in Havana

Thousands of protesters waving Cuban flags rallied in front of the American embassy in Havana on Friday, in a show of support for ex-president Raul Castro following his US indictment.

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