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Sabalenka and Osaka seek French Open wins to create style clash
For the women stars, whose dress sense has drawn as much attention as their playing style, the French Open fashion spotlight moves Saturday to the court named after the embodiment of tennis chic, Suzanne Lenglen.
Key talking points ahead of PSG v Arsenal Champions League final
Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain face Arsenal in Saturday's final in Budapest aiming to defend their crown.
Fonseca fever sparks tennis boom in Brazil
The rise of teenage tennis star Joao Fonseca -- who pulled off a stunning win over Serbian great Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros -- has fueled a tennis fever among the youth in his home country, Brazil.
'Decided on moments': PSG, Arsenal in knife-edge Champions League final
It is said that opposites attract and Paris Saint-Germain's irresistible attack propelled them into Saturday's intriguing Champions League final clash against a tight-fisted Arsenal side in Budapest.
Canadian poison seller pleads guilty to aiding suicides, avoids murder trial
The Canadian man who sold poison to distressed people worldwide pleaded guilty on Friday to 14 counts of aiding suicide but avoided a murder trial, an outcome one victim's father branded "a disgrace."
Novelist Leonardo Padura on life, writing in an uncertain Cuba
In Cuba, "reality doesn't knock, it opens the door and barges into your house", said author Leonardo Padura in an interview with AFP, reflecting on the uncertainty gripping his country under mounting pressure from Washington.
Knicks most talented since last title says Lucas, '73 champion
Jerry Lucas, who helped spark the New York Knicks to their most recent NBA crown in 1973, says this year's team is the most talented Knicks squad since his own.
As Colombia goes to the polls, guerrilla violence traumatizes its children
Jose Moran arrived at his town's community center this week to find its zinc roof destroyed by an explosives-laden drone, the result of guerrilla violence that has blighted this region of Southwestern Colombia.
Hollywood studios and actors' union find common ground on AI
As Hollywood's performers cast their ballots to approve the latest negotiated contract, union leaders say they have made some progress in conversations with studio bosses since the massive strike in 2023, especially when it comes to concerns about artificial intelligence.
Alphonso Davies in Canada World Cup squad despite injury
Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David were the star names in Canada's World Cup squad as coach Jesse Marsch unveiled the co-host's 26-man roster on Friday.
Top remaining men's seed Zverev wobbles but beats Halys
Alexander Zverev brought the curtain down on a dramatic Friday at the French Open with a late-night 6-4, 6-3, 5-7 6-2 victory over local hope Quentin Halys, to reach a suddenly star-shorn last 16.
Trump insists on red lines as Iran deal remains elusive
President Donald Trump will only make a peace deal with Iran if it meets all of his conditions, a White House official told AFP on Friday, as questions swirled about the state of negotiations to end the war.
Mexico restricting travelers from Central Africa over Ebola fears
Three Mexican airlines announced restrictions Friday for travelers from Central African countries due to the region's deadly Ebola outbreak, as Mexico prepares to welcome fans and athletes for the World Cup in less than two weeks.
Blue Origin rocket explosion is bad news for both Bezos and NASA
Space exploration is filled with setbacks, but the spectacular explosion of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket on Thursday night marked a significant blow to not only the company, which was founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos, but also NASA, with the two collaborating for the upcoming US Moon missions.
MLB Brewers pitcher Uribe gets one-game ban for mound antics
Milwaukee relief pitcher Abner Uribe was issued a one-game suspension by Major League Baseball on Friday for his mound antics in the Brewers' 6-0 victory Tuesday over St. Louis.
Poison? More artists flee Trump-linked US anniversary concerts
President Donald Trump's troubled bid for a star-studded musical celebration of the 250th anniversary of US independence took yet another hit Friday after three more acts pulled out citing political tensions.
Wahi scores brace as Nice thump Saint Etienne in French Ligue 1 play-off
Elye Wahi's late brace helped Nice beat former French giants Saint Etienne 4-1 on Friday to retain their place in Ligue 1 and prevent the defeated visitors from gaining promotion from Ligue 2.
Fonseca stays grounded after French Open win over Djokovic
Joao Fonseca insisted he would not get ahead of himself after coming of age with a stunning comeback victory over Novak Djokovic at the French Open on Friday.
Barcelona sign winger Gordon from Newcastle
Barcelona confirmed the signing of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United on Friday, for a fee that could rise to 80 million euros ($93 million).
Famed Washington arts center ordered to take down Trump's name
A US judge on Friday ruled that the famed Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has been illegally renamed after President Donald Trump and that his name must be taken down.
'I don't know': Djokovic unsure on French Open future
Novak Djokovic said he didn't know if he would play at the French Open again after his latest quest for a record 25th Grand Slam ended in a third-round loss to Joao Fonseca on Friday.
Russia accused over drone that hit Romanian apartment block, Putin hits back
A drone that smashed into a Romanian apartment building set off furious condemnation of Russia by Romania and its NATO allies on Friday but President Vladimir Putin insisted there was no evidence to blame his country.
Foster misses penalty as Nicaragua frustrate South Africa
Burnley striker Lyle Foster missed a penalty as 2026 World Cup qualifiers South Africa drew 0-0 with Nicaragua in chilly Soweto on Friday in a warm-up match.
Fonseca blasts Djokovic out of French Open after epic comeback
Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca knocked Novak Djokovic out in the third round of the French Open on Friday to scupper the Serbian great's latest quest for a record 25th Grand Slam.
Barcelona sign Gordon from Newcastle
Barcelona confirmed the signing of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United on Friday, for a fee that could rise to 80 million euros ($93 million).
Djokovic knocked out in French Open third round by Fonseca
Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca knocked Novak Djokovic out in the third round of the French Open on Friday to scupper the Serbian great's latest quest for a record 25th Grand Slam.
Lyon 'best solution' to replace Nice for ice events at 2030 Winter Games
Organisers of the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps said on Friday that Lyon was now "the best solution" to host ice events in place of Nice.
Digital G7 reaches limited deal on child protection, AI energy impact
Ministers gathered for a digital G7 meeting in Paris Friday made progress on online child protection but only nodded to AI's energy impact in a joint declaration on the sector's challenges.
Lula blasts US for labelling Brazil crime factions as terrorists
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Friday slammed Washington for designating the country's two biggest crime factions as terrorist groups, warning the United States against "playing games with our democracy."
Sooryavanshi's 96 in vain as Gujarat down Rajasthan to reach final
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 96 was in vain as Gujarat Titans beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets on Friday to set up an IPL final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Colombian army looks to outsmart guerrillas with drone warfare
A drone drops an explosive onto mountainous terrain below, shattering the silence of the Andes as Colombia's military enters an arms race with guerrillas already using the remote devices to wreak havoc.
Trump says making final decision on Iran deal
US President Donald Trump said Friday that he was making his decision on a potential deal with Iran, though Tehran insisted there was still "no final agreement" on ending the Middle East war.