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The Taliban seized the stronghold of a notorious Afghan warlord Saturday, officials said, the second provincial capital to fall to the insurgents in less than 24 hours.

Tunisian President Kais Saied’s move to sack the government and dissolve parliament two weeks ago has triggered what experts say is an existential crisis for his nemesis, the Islamist-inspired party … Read More

NBA All-Star Kevin Durant hailed his team for overcoming adversity Saturday after pouring in a game-high 29 points to lead the United States past France 87-82 for a “beautiful” fourth … Read More

The United States on Friday urged Lebanon’s government to prevent Hezbollah from firing rockets into Israel, as tensions between the long-time foes escalated.

Lebanese pound fell on the black market Saturday, trading at 20,250 to the dollar, as leaders continue to struggle to agree on a new government to halt the country’s economic … Read More

Israel conducted overnight air strikes against Hamas targets in Gaza in retaliation for the launching of incendiary balloons from the Palestinian enclave that caused fires in southern Israel, the country’s … Read More

The USA edged past France to extend their men’s Olympic basketball reign and America’s Nelly Korda sealed women’s golf gold as the busiest day at the Tokyo Games got into … Read More

Lionel Messi is not in Manchester City’s sights now that the Argentine striker is leaving Barcelona, but the Premier League champions would be interested in Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane, manager … Read More

Canada triumphed with their first gold medal in women’s football by beating Sweden 3-2 on penalties after Friday’s final ended 1-1 following regular and extra time.

Shaunae Miller Uibo and Faith Kipyegon retained their titles as Allyson Felix became the most decorated female Olympic track and field athlete of all time in a sparkling penultimate session … Read More