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Panoramic Paramotoring

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It’s one of the smallest aircraft in the world consisting of a tricycle, a propeller and a paragliding wing. Paramotoring is a hair-raising way to experience a breathtaking view of Dubai

USA

Kansas City Chiefs defence comes through in Super Bowl triumph

The Kansas City Chiefs won the Superbowl in a stunning 31-20 defeat.

World

World No.1 Brooks Koepka talks tactics ahead of Abu Dhabi Golf Championship

The Abu Dhabi Golf Championship saw England’s Lee Westwood lift the falcon trophy, marking four European Tour title wins, in four successive decades.

World

These Arab women athletes show their strength, in life and sport

By day, Iraqi native Ishtar Azzawi is a project manager at the UAE-based investment company, KBBO Group. By night, the 35-year-old is a jiu-jitsu champion.

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Sport

Enthusiastic opening to the 2020 World Judo Tour

The IJF World Judo Tour 2020 saw a packed stadium at the spectacular opening ceremony in Tel Aviv.

Sport

South Africa's World Cup win among 2019's sporting highlights

It was a victory that united a nation and was one of the year's standout sporting moments.

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Putin dons skates to play ice hockey in Moscow

The team of Russian president Vladimir Putin emerged victorious from the December 25 encounter in Moscow.

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China’s tourist hotspot takes its place on the international stage

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Sanya is growing as a destination for events, conferences and exhibitions, with investment in the sector bringing world-class facilities and thousands of new visitors.

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From kayaking to fitness workouts: Dubai enriches its offer for the health conscious traveller

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From hiking in the spectacular Hatta mountains, to meditation classes amongst the shimmering Jumeriah Lake Towers, to taking part in the city’s annual fitness challenge under the marina skyline - Dubai is a unique travel destination for today’s health-conscious traveller

Russia

Anti-doping committee recommends four-year global sports ban on Russia

A key anti-doping committee recommended that Russia face a ban from global sports including the Olympic Games, Paralympic Games and World Championships.

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'Ich bin ein surfer': Berliners get first artificial wave factory

The surf was up for Berliners on Friday as the German capital's first artificial surfing wave opened for business.

Sport

Abe keeps Olympic dreams alive in Osaka

Abe keeps Olympic dreams alive in Osaka

Russia

Russia football team ditch new Adidas kit after flag colour criticism

The Adidas-made kit for Russia's national football team has drawn criticism because of an apparently oversight on the design.

Netherlands

Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of Dutch footballer Kelvin Maynard

Dutch police have said one person has been arrested following an investigation into shooting of footballer Kelvin Maynard.

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Estudiantes marks roaring return to stadium with flaming lion

Estudiantes de La Plata inaugurated their redeveloped Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium in the most eye-catching fashion on Friday.

United Kingdom

England Rugby fined over V-formation haka response

England players fanned out across the pitch as the All Blacks delivered the traditional challenge, but rules say they must not cross the halfway line.

Sport

Brazil Judo Grand Slam: Main focus was on Teddy Riner of France

King of the heavyweights, Riner took gold on the last day of the tournament in Brasilia.

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Bayern Munich players go full Bavaria at Oktoberfest

Wearing traditional leather trousers and buttoned blazers, the football stars posed for photographs with their families.

Austria

Watch: Footgolf world championships held in Austria

There is no longer any need to choose between football and golf at the weekends. Footgolf – football played on the golf course – is one of the fastest growing sports worldwide.

Qatar

IAAF restrict 'creepy' cameras after complaints from female athletes

The IAAF has installed cameras into starting blocks to capture the moments leading up to the starting pistol, but athletes say such an angle is "unpleasant".