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MARSEILLE, France (AFP) — Marseille coach Roberto De Zerbi says Mason Greenwood "paid dearly" after being accused of sexual assault, as the forward pr...
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Bellingham, Foden recalled to England squad for World Cup qualifiers
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LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) -- Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden were Friday recalled to the England squad by manager Thomas Tuchel ahead of World Cup q...
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Reggae Girl Taylor Hinds turns back on Jamaica
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England beat Andorra to extend 100% record on road to World Cup
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South Africa thrash England in 1st ODI
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AI tech ‘revolutionising’ stroke treatment in England
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Strasbourg sign England’s Chilwell from Chelsea
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Alexander-Arnold dropped by England for World Cup qualifiers
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England faces ‘nationally significant’ water shortfall
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India suffer Pant setback in fourth Test against England
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India openers make solid start against England in must-win Test
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England to host next three World Test Championship finals
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‘Incredible’ Stokes put body on line for England — teammate
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•CASE students relieved after alleged serial rapist fatally shot by cops •Still want improved security on campus
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New location, no problem!
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December 31, 2025
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Live comedy’s gains amid theatre’s decline
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