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Football vs soccer: Does Trump want to rename sport before World Cup?
For Americans, the word “football” refers to American football, a sport primarily played with hands. Donald Trump has suggested a new name for the NFL, because “soccer” deserves the name “football”... And even some of his critics are saying he's got a point.
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White House manipulate clip of Sabrina Carpenter for new ICE video
The pop star criticized the White House last week for their use of her song in an ICE video, describing it as "evil and disgusting". The Trump administration have now doubled down with a manipulated clip of the singer - once again used to promote ICE.
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Eurovision 2026 crisis: Israel kept in - Who’s out and what next?
The organizers of next year's Eurovision Song Contest announced they were allowing Israel to compete. This drew quick announcements of withdrawals from several European countries critical of the Israeli offensive in Gaza. Here's everything you need to know and what might be next for Eurovision 2026.
Cinema
Film of the Week: 'O último azul' ('The Blue Trail')
Brazil's cinematic output has given audiences some of this year's very best, including 'I'm Still Here' and 'The Secret Agent'. But it all started with Gabriel Mascaro's 'The Blue Trail', which won this year's Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize in Berlin...
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'Mortal Kombat' star Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa dies aged 75
The prolific actor, best known for playing villains on screen, was discovered by director Bernardo Bertolucci for his film 'The Last Emperor' in 1987. He went on to appear in more than 30 films, including the Mortal Kombat franchise and James Bond film 'License to Kill'.
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Eurovision members debate Israeli boycott – will there be a vote?
Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest is being debated at a two-day meeting of member broadcasters in Geneva starting today. Eurovision could vote on Israel’s involvement as more countries threaten boycott next year’s event in Austria.
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Doctor who sold Matthew Perry ketamine sentenced to prison
Dr. Salvador Plasencia was the first of five people to face justice over the actor's 2023 death in the hot tub of his Los Angeles home. Plasencia was ordered to serve 30 months in prison for supplying ketamine to the actor, who had well-documented struggles with addiction.
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Spotify Wrapped: What are the biggest artists and songs of 2025?
Spotify Wrapped has launched for 2025, showing music fans their most listened to artists, songs, albums and more. It also provides global trends for music listening and has revealed that Bad Bunny has broken Taylor Swift's two-year winning streak.
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