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Italy retain Billie Jean King Cup with win over USA

Elisabetta Cocciaretto and Jasmine Paolini lead Italy to a stunning 3-2 comeback victory against the United States, securing their second consecutive Billie Jean King Cup title in a dramatic final showdown.

Chilling CCTV shows Russian missile strike on Dnipro

Shocking new CCTV video captures the precise moment a Russian missile slams into a residential building in the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro, in a brutal attack underscoring the ongoing terror faced by civilians.

Reeves to Seize Russian Assets for Ukraine

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces bold plan to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's rebuilding efforts, aligning with G7 allies and signalling a tougher stance on Kremlin-linked wealth.

EU Imposes Major New Sanctions on Russian Oil & Gas

The European Union unveils its most aggressive sanctions package yet, directly targeting Russia's critical oil and gas sectors. The move aims to cripple Putin's ability to fund the ongoing war in Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the West's eco

Lithuania dismantles Russian spy ring in Vilnius

Lithuanian intelligence exposes a sophisticated Russian spy network operating in Vilnius, arresting a suspect linked to the Wagner Group and foiling plans to recruit operatives for sabotage.

Thai tennis player handed lifetime ban for match-fixing

Thai tennis player Jatuporn Nalamphun receives a lifetime ban after being found guilty of match-fixing at an ITF World Tennis Tour event in Lamphun, Thailand, following a detailed investigation by the International Tennis Integrity Agency.

Ukraine's Railway Sabotage Cripples Russian Supply Lines

Exclusive briefing: Ukrainian special forces and partisans are systematically dismantling Russia's military supply lines through targeted strikes on key railway infrastructure, causing chaos and delays for Moscow's troops.

UK sanctions target Russian metals and diamonds

The UK government announces a new wave of sanctions aimed at crippling Russia's war economy, banning imports of Russian metals and targeting the lucrative diamond industry in coordination with G7 allies.

Russian drone breaches Polish airspace, triggers alert

A Russian drone breached Polish airspace, triggering a national alert and swift military response. The incident, occurring just hours before Warsaw closed its border with Belarus, intensifies regional security fears and underscores the spillover risks fro

Jack Draper's 2025 season in doubt due to arm injury

British tennis star Jack Draper faces a major setback as a recurring arm injury threatens to derail his 2025 season, casting doubt on his Australian Open participation and future rankings climb.

Trump Threatens India With Tariffs Over Russian Oil

Former US President Donald Trump's advisors issue a stark warning to India, threatening tariffs if Narendra Modi's government continues purchasing Russian oil, potentially straining US-India relations.

Raducanu's Billie Jean King Cup Snub Sparks Fury

Emma Raducanu faces intense criticism after opting to play an exhibition in Saudi Arabia instead of representing Great Britain in the crucial Billie Jean King Cup finals, raising serious questions about her commitment to the national team.

Russia Turns Fairy Tales Into War Propaganda, Film-Maker Reveals

Oscar-nominated producer Alexander Rodnyansky exposes Russia's state-funded cinema industry, revealing how classic fairy tales are being weaponised as pro-war propaganda to indoctrinate the nation's youth amidst an unprecedented cultural purge.

Raducanu's New York Outing Fuels Romance Speculation

Emma Raducanu fuels speculation about her personal life as she is seen enjoying a cosy evening in New York with fellow tennis prodigy and long-time friend, while rumours of a summer romance with Carlos Alcaraz continue to swirl.

Medvedev Splits With Coach Cervara Before US Open

In a shock move, World No. 3 Daniil Medvedev has parted ways with his coach of over eight years, Gilles Cervara. The split comes just weeks before the Russian star begins his US Open title defence, sending ripples through the tennis world.

Andreeva Blasts 'Disrespectful' US Open Crowd After Gauff Loss

Teen sensation Mirra Andreeva accuses American fans of showing 'no respect' during her emotional US Open loss to home favourite Coco Gauff. The Russian prodigy's fiery press conference reaction sparks debate on crowd behaviour in tennis.

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