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Winter Sports Oppose Coe's Cross-Country Olympic Plan

Sebastian Coe's proposal to add cross-country running to the 2030 Winter Olympics faces fierce opposition from traditional snow sports federations. Discover the conflict threatening the Games' heritage.

World's oldest Olympian dies aged 101

Hungarian shooting champion Károly Takács, the world's oldest Olympian, dies at 101. The double gold medalist's remarkable career spanned wars and personal tragedy to achieve Olympic glory.

Indonesia bans Israeli gymnasts from Olympic qualifier

Indonesian sports authorities face International Olympic Committee scrutiny after blocking Israeli athletes from a crucial Olympic qualifying event, raising concerns about political discrimination in international sport.

Olympic boxer's 94-second KO sparks gender debate

French boxer Imane Khelif scores lightning-quick knockout in just 94 seconds during her return to the ring, reigniting discussions about gender verification in Olympic boxing following previous controversy.

Olympic Skater Oksana Baiul Sells New Jersey Mansion

Exclusive look inside Olympic gold medalist Oksana Baiul's stunning New Jersey mansion as the figure skating legend puts her property on the market. Discover the luxury features and emotional history behind this champion's home.

Benn: Troubles Legacy Act 'Completely Failed'

Shadow Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn delivers a scathing assessment of the UK's new Troubles legacy legislation, branding it a failure that betrays victims and risks legal chaos. Exclusive analysis.

Sydney 2000 Olympics: Reliving the Magic 25 Years On

A quarter-century on, we revisit the iconic moments, breathtaking triumphs, and pure joy that made the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games 'the best Olympics ever' through a spectacular photographic journey.

Heath Ledger's Daughter Matilda Makes Acting Debut

Matilda Ledger, the 18-year-old daughter of the late Oscar-winner Heath Ledger, makes her emotional acting debut in Australian soap 'Home and Away', honouring her father's legacy in a moving new role.

Belichick's Trademark Feud with Patriots Erupts

NFL icon Bill Belichick is locked in a bitter legal dispute with the New England Patriots over the trademark 'The Greatest Coach Ever,' revealing deep fractures between the legendary coach and his former franchise.

Dion Dublin's Father Awarded Posthumous England Cap

Football legend Dion Dublin fulfils a lifelong promise as the FA presents his late father with an honorary England cap, honouring his immense contribution to the sport and his son's career.

Biden's £300m Library Plan Sparks Funding Row

Plans for Joe Biden's £300m presidential library in Delaware face scrutiny over taxpayer funding and proximity to his family home, raising questions about legacy and expenditure.

Warner Bros. Scraps AI Plans for Superman Film

Warner Bros. abandons controversial plans to use Midjourney AI for the main titles of its new Superman movie, 'Legacy', following intense criticism from filmmakers and VFX artists over the threat to creative jobs.

Uniqlo's 'Plantation' Tennis Tournament Sparks Hawaii Outrage

Japanese clothing giant Uniqlo faces mounting criticism for sponsoring a tennis tournament held at a Hawaiian resort still named 'Plantation', with activists calling the term a painful reminder of the island's oppressive colonial past.

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