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Is Elon Musk really buying Manchester United?

The Tesla boss said on Tuesday in a tweet that he was buying the English Premier League side - but it's all just a joke.

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Ultimate battle of minds and lungs at Diving Chess World Championships

As the UK basks in the latest heatwave, many have flocked to local swimming pools to cool off and, if one of your favourite past times happens to be playing chess, what better way to combine the two than to enter The World Dive Chess Championships.

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Vin Scully, the voice of the LA Dodgers and X Files inspiration, dies

Iconic American radio and TV broadcaster Vin Scully, the voice of baseball team Los Angeles Dodgers for 67 years, has died at the age of 94.

The Dialogue

Battling to be the best: ONE Championship CEO's fight to succeed

In partnership with Media City

"I don't know, maybe it's God or the Universe's way of helping people to unleash their potential," says Chatri Sityodtong.

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BMX star Nakamura unleashed in abandoned Wild West themepark

Japanese BMX star Rim Nakamura showed off his skills in an unusual setting.

Culture news

Quidditch changes its name after J.K. Rowling's anti-trans comments

Real-life quidditch - based on the magical game featured in the Harry Potter franchise - is being renamed quadball by the sport's governing bodies. But why?

Culture news

Watch: Athletes compete in gravity-defying Highline World Championship

Last weekend for the first time ever in the sport of slacklining, a world championship took place. 31 athletes from across the globe competed in the gravity-defying competition.

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Laughing matter: Thousands of Bali yogis join mass chuckle

Thousands of people gather for a laughter yoga session on Indonesia's resort island of Bali to heal themselves with giggles and pray for world peace.

Sport

European judoka secure five gold medals on final day of Zagreb Grand Prix

European judoka put on stellar performances, winning five gold medals, and pushing the Netherlands to the top of the table.

Sport

Barcelona set to sign striker Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich

In Catalonia, the Polish forward will join Brazil international Raphinha, who was signed up last week for a sum of about €50 million.

Sport

Judo Grand Prix in Croatia

Day two of the Judo Grand Prix in the Croatian capital Zagreb where local judoka Barbara Matic wowed the crowd with some incredible moves

Culture news

How can tech help people with disabilities enjoy live events?

These technological innovations are helping blind and deaf people enjoy sport and music like never before.

Sport

England beat Norway 8-0

The England women's football team are through to the knockout stages of the European Championship after a crushing 8-0 victory over Norway

Focus

Oran 2022 Mediterranean Games: the best moments

In partnership with Oran 2022

Focus looks back at the best moments from this year's Mediterranean Games in Oran.

Health news

No time to exercise during the week? Weekend workouts can do the trick

People who only exercise on the weekend benefit nearly as much as those who work out more frequently throughout the week, a new US study found.

Sport

Women's Euro 2022 tournament kicks off in England

Sixteen teams are competing in four pools, with the Russian side disqualified after the invasion of Ukraine.

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Oiled up fighters clash in 661st Turkish wrestling championship

The olive oil that covers their bodies from head to toe makes it impossible to get a grip, leading to one of the sport's trademark moves where one opponent thrusts his hands into the other's trousers for an advantage.

Focus

After 47 years, the Mediterranean Games return to Algeria

In partnership with Oran 2022

The multisport event, which began on 25th June, brings together more than 3000 athletes from 26 countries of the Mediterranean region.

Football Now

eSports: Could it become more popular than the real thing?

In partnership with Media City

The world of eSports is booming. Its popularity exploded during the pandemic. So, can it compete with the sport that began in the 19th century?

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Gaza surfers ride the waves in 'first' Palestinian event

Their surfboards may be old, but that doesn't stop these young Gazans from riding the waves.