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Questions Mount Over Venezuela’s Biggest Oil Deal
North American Blue Energy Partners faces scrutiny over its ability to execute what the Trump Administration calls the largest oil deal in history, as industry experts question the privately held company’s capacity to develop Venezuela’s vast oil reserves.
Heat killed ‘staggering’ 50,000 people in Europe’s cities this summer, scientists warn
A new study estimates 50,000 heat-related deaths occurred in European cities this summer, with climate change responsible for approximately two-thirds of the fatalities.
Emirati diplomat who helped deliver aid to Gaza enters UN secretary general race
An Emirati diplomat with Palestinian heritage who facilitated humanitarian aid to Gaza has entered the UN secretary general race as a late candidate, though facing scrutiny over UAE’s alleged weapons provision to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces.
Macron’s ‘vandals pay’ bill puts right to protest at risk
France’s government fast-tracks a bill requiring protesters to pay up to €10,000 for vandalism at demonstrations even if they didn’t directly cause the damage, drawing accusations of undermining protest rights.
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Apple drops 7%, Amazon surges 12% as investors pick AI winners after earnings
Amazon surged 12% after reporting strong cloud growth, while Apple fell 7% citing supply constraints and weak guidance, signaling divergent investor views on AI strategies.
Big Ten Media Days fact, fiction: Will experience be enough to fix Nebraska’s November woes?
Big Ten coaches made various claims at Media Days about quarterback transitions, roster experience, and offensive overhauls. Reporters evaluated whether those statements were backed by evidence or merely offseason optimism.
Bengals training camp takeaways: Bold defensive gamble might pay off, Shemar Stewart avoids serious injury
The Bengals are relying on second-year linebackers Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight after their disappointing rookie season, a bold defensive gamble that showed early promise during training camp.
Saints reward Chris Olave for career year by making him one of NFL’s highest-paid WRs
The New Orleans Saints agreed to a four-year, $132 million contract extension with wide receiver Chris Olave, making him one of the NFL’s highest-paid receivers after a career year.
Commonwealth Games: England fight back to beat South Africa and reach netball semi-finals at Glasgow 2026
England defeated South Africa 58-54 to advance to the netball semi-finals at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, maintaining hopes for a second Commonwealth gold medal.
Bruno Guimaraes transfer news: Arsenal closing in on deal for Newcastle captain – Paper Talk
Arsenal is moving closer to securing Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes in a deal valued around £80m including add-ons, with the club increasingly confident following Newcastle manager Eddie Howe’s departure.
Deebo Samuel reunites with 49ers amid injuries to wide receivers Ricky Pearsall, Christian Kirk
Deebo Samuel has agreed to a one-year, $7 million deal with the 49ers, reuniting with the team after spending last season with the Commanders amid injuries to San Francisco’s receiving corps.
Roberto de Zerbi’s ‘ultra’ ethos and the Brescia roots now aiding Spurs
Roberto de Zerbi, Tottenham’s manager, shaped his footballing philosophy through his Brescia upbringing, where his father was a supporters’ club leader. Fellow Spurs player Sandro Tonali also originated from the Italian club.
Fury as UK’s only all-female chess team promoted – then told they must recruit a man
The UK’s only all-female chess team has been promoted to the top division but must now recruit a male player to comply with league rules requiring gender diversity on rosters.
Chess: Bodhana Sivanandan, 11, breaks another world age record at Dole Trophy
England’s 11-year-old chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan achieved her first international master norm at the Dole Trophy in France, breaking Judit Polgar’s world age record by nearly five months.
Scottish Premiership: Will it return to a two-team title tussle?
The Scottish Premiership season begins with questions about whether Celtic and Rangers will return to a two-team title race after Hearts’ thrilling challenge last season pushed the competition to the final day.
World Cup 2026: The Premier League clubs fighting a World Cup hangover
The Premier League season starts on August 21, just 33 days after the World Cup final, leaving several clubs minimal time to integrate returning players into pre-season preparations.