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England progress at World Cup despite Italy scare

England given another major fright but hold off tournament debutants Italy by 24 runs to secure a place in the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup.

BBC News - Sports - 19 minutes ago

England progress at World Cup despite Italy scare -- England given another major fright but hold off tournament debutants Italy by 24 runs to secure a place in the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup. -- England

England given another major fright but hold off tournament debutants Italy by 24 runs to secure a place in the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup.

BBC News - Top Stories - 19 minutes ago

Why Dutch speed-skater Jutta Leerdam remains a polarising figure despite record-breaking success at Winter Olympics -- 1 min read

Speed-skating star Jutta Leerdam continues to face a negative perception among experts as well as the general public despite winning women’s 1000m event in record time in the ongoing Winter Olympics in Italy and setting her sights on the 500m gold on Sunday.

First Post - Top Stories - 39 minutes ago

'It was a gift': French goalie Junca's birthday was a memorable one despite 10-2 loss to Canadian stars - Chris Jones - Sports - Olympics - Winter Sports - Hockey - | February 16

Imagine, for a few horrifying moments, that you have woken up as Julian Junca, the starting goalie for France. It’s your birthday. You have just turned 28. And you are facing Canada in Olympic hockey.

CBC News - World - 1 hour ago

U.S. Reportedly Deports 9 People To Cameroon Despite Court Protections

The Trump administration has not announced any deal in which Cameroon agreed to accept deportees from other nations.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

'It was a gift': French goalie Junca's birthday was a memorable one despite 10-2 loss to Canadian stars -- Chris Jones -- - -- Winter Sports

Imagine, for a few horrifying moments, that you have woken up as Julian Junca, the starting goalie for France. It’s your birthday. You have just turned 28. And you are facing Canada in Olympic hockey.

CBC News - Sports - 2 hours ago

Mitsotakis: Greece–Türkiye talks proceed despite disputes -- Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said Greece wants a "normal" and steady relationship with Türkiye built on open communication and respect for international law, even as major disputes between the two neighbors remain unresolved.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said Greece wants a “normal” and steady relationship with Türkiye built on open communication and respect for international law, even as major disputes between the two neighbors remain unresolved.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 4 hours ago

News -- Kilkenny care home which closed in 2022 to be converted into apartments despite local opposition

A former care home that closed in 2022 is set to get a new lease of life after plans were granted for the building to be converted into apartments despite ...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

ASX edges up despite falls for iron ore miners; JB Hi-Fi surges

The sharemarket has opened higher with most sectors in the green, as investors pore over results from companies including JB Hi-Fi, Treasury Wine, and BlueScope.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

'It was a gift': French goalie Junca's birthday was a memorable one despite 10-2 loss to Canadian stars

Imagine, for a few horrifying moments, that you have woken up as Julian Junca, the starting goalie for France. It’s your birthday. You have just turned 28. And you are facing Canada in Olympic hockey.

CBC News - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

'Wuthering Heights' Scores No. 1 at Box Office Despite Criticism

"Wuthering Heights" boasts an all-star cast led by Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi and a soundtrack by pop star Charli XCX.

Newsweek - Entertainment - 16 hours ago

Despite the Government move, uncertainty remains about the Dublin airport passenger cap

The Government is trying to take control, but a key ECJ ruling is imminent

Irish Times - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Joey Carbery still expected to make Leinster switch despite suffering season-ending ACL injury

Injury effectively ends outhalf’s two year-stay at Bordeaux Bègles as he prepares to return to his first club

Irish Times - Sports - 18 hours ago

Israel's 'war between the wars' with Hamas continues, despite cease-fire

“We see them test our troops. We see them carrying out attacks every week... [Hamas] injured and killed soldiers since the ceasefire began,” IDF Lt. Col. Nadav Shoshani told The Post.

New York Post - World - 21 hours ago

Oil prices rise on US inflation optimism despite OPEC supply concern

Doha, Qatar: Oil prices settled marginally higher on Friday after data showed an overall slowdown in US inflation, helping offset supply concerns as O...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 1 day ago

Despite a legendary performance, Ephrata Mennonite falls short in CCAC boys basketball final

The words were shouted from behind Ephrata Mennonite’s bench and it was obvious which player fit the description.

Lancaster Online - Sports - 1 day ago

Grocery prices in Chicago have climbed double digits in the last year despite Trump's vow to lower them

The Sun-Times has been checking the prices of 35 common grocery items at four Chicago stores for the past year and most items haven't become cheaper.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Oscar-nominated director Jafar Panahi says he will return to Iran despite looming arrest -- Sara Jabakhanji

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi says he plans to return to Iran after Oscar season is over, despite the looming threat of his arrest amid a government crackdown on protests that has killed thousands and detained many more.

CBC News - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Africa Becomes World's Fastest-Growing Solar Market in 2025 Despite Global Slowdown

Africa leads global solar growth in 2025, expanding 17% despite a worldwide slowdown in renewable energy.

International Business Times - World - 3 days ago

Restaurant Brands shares fall despite earnings beat, strong international growth

Outside of the U.S. and Canada, Restaurant Brands' same-store sales climbed 6.1%.

CNBC - US News - 3 days ago

Reeves insists no change in strategy despite sluggish economic growth

‘We've got the right economic plan,’ chancellor insists despite growth sitting at 0.1 per cent

Independent UK - Business - 4 days ago

Vaccines -- FDA won't consider a new mRNA vaccine for flu despite the technology's life-saving promise

The U.S.’s drug safety agency declined to review a next-gen flu vaccine that uses the same tech as the coronavirus shots

Scientific American - Health - 4 days ago

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl show excites despite ICE debate

Anticipation is building in San Francisco ahead of the Super Bowl. With Puerto Rican, Spanish‑singing artist Bad Bunny headlining the halftime show, the focus won't be solely on US football this year.

Deutsche Welle - Sports - 5 days ago

Despite condensed schedule and increased risk of injury, NHL players couldn't wait to suit up for the Winter Olympics

If injured in their quest, that lust for gold could prove to be what keeps them from seeing their names etched into the slivery Stanley Cup some four months later.

Boston Globe - Sports - 9 days ago

Talks with US were 'very good start' despite uncertainty, says Iran

The delegations have retreat to consult with leaders as talks will continue in Muscat

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 9 days ago

Police Have 'Not Identified a Suspect' in Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance, Despite Reports

Police have "not identified a suspect" in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom Nancy Guthrie, a Pima County Sheriff's spokesperson tells PEOPLE. Despite reports of potential suspects or arrest, authorities are still searching for leads nearly 72 hours after Nancy was first reported missing from her Arizona home.

People - Entertainment - 11 days ago

LIV Golf offers furious response despite gaining world ranking points

The Saudi-Arabian owned breakaway tour says the ruling OWGR ruling for their tour is ‘unprecedented’

Independent UK - Sports - 12 days ago

Despite vision loss, she still declutters rental flats to restore dignity to hoarders' homes

Fion Phua has been offering help, from household chores to serious decluttering, to vulnerable residents for 40 years. She tells CNA’s On The Red Dot why she cannot look away from their living conditions even as her vision fades.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 18 days ago

Users flock to open source Moltbot for always-on AI, despite major risks

The open source "Jarvis" chats via WhatsApp but requires access to your files and accounts.

Ars Technica - Business - 19 days ago

China keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged despite slowing economic growth

The People's Bank of China held its 1-year and 5-year loan prime rates at 3% and 3.5%, respectively, keeping them unchanged for an eighth straight month.

CNBC - Business - 27 days ago

Amazon to appeal against Italian Antitrust fine despite major reduction

U.S. e-commerce giant Amazon said on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, that it would appeal against a decision by ‌an Italian court that reduced a fine imposed by ‌the country's antitrust...

International The News - Business - 1 month ago

Why is Pentagon embracing Elon Musk's controversial AI Grok? -- The Pentagon is integrating Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok into its classified and unclassified networks despite global backlash over explicit content, antisemitic posts, and regulatory probes. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says the move will accelerate military AI adoption and improve battlefield decision-making

The Pentagon is integrating Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok into its classified and unclassified networks despite global backlash over explicit content, antisemitic posts, and regulatory probes. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says the move will accelerate military AI adoption and improve battlefield decision-making

First Post - Technology - 1 month ago

Despite risks, Hong Kong teenagers turn to chatbots for counselling

Around 20 percent of secondary school students in Hong Kong exhibit moderate to severe depression, anxiety, and stress, but nearly half are reluctant to reach out when facing mental health issues.

Global Voices - Technology - 3 months ago

Popular Chinese brands bet big on US consumers despite tariff threats

The United States has seen an influx of popular Chinese firms placing big bets on American consumers. Analysts say the conditions are ripe for companies to succeed in the US, but warn that President Donald Trump’s tariffs might stand in the way. Despite the ongoing trade war, brands like Luckin Coffee, Heytea, and Po

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 5 months ago

Despite Trump's Win, School Vouchers Were Again Rejected by Majorities of Voters

In several Republican-led states, popular sentiment on the voucher issue has been overridden by the efforts of special interest groups and powerful governors who have enacted sweeping voucher programs that often benefit affluent families.

ProPublica - Politics - 7 months ago