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USA slump to first home defeat against Canada in 67 years
Brazil's right rallies against 'censorship' amid X suspension
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Argentina hand Australia record 67-27 loss in Rugby Championship
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England impress on Carsley bow, Germany, Dutch hit five
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AFP photographer wins top prize for Gaza coverage
Palestinian AFP photographer Mahmud Hams has won the prestigious Visa d'Or News prize for his coverage of the conflict in Gaza, the Visa pour l'Image Association announced Saturday.
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No Love for Packers for three weeks after ligament sprain: reports
Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love is expected to miss three to six weeks with a left knee injury suffered in the Packers' season-opening loss to Philadelphia, according to reports Saturday.
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Pedro Almodovar: chronicler of modern Spain crowned in Venice
Born during the dark days of dictatorship, Pedro Almodovar -- awarded the top prize in Venice Saturday -- chronicled in vivid colour the reopening of Spanish society, and has come to embody his country's cinema.
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Almodovar wins top Venice prize for end-of-life film
Spain's Pedro Almodovar won Venice's Golden Lion award Saturday for his pro-euthanasia film "The Room Next Door", with the acting prizes gong to Nicole Kidman and veteran Frenchman Vincent Lindon.
![Trump sounds dark tone at rally, Harris 'ready' for debate](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/35/a0/17/Trump-sounds-dark-tone-at-rally--Ha-657727_small.jpg)
Trump sounds dark tone at rally, Harris 'ready' for debate
Donald Trump delivered a dark speech to a rally Saturday in the US swing state of Wisconsin, while Democrat Kamala Harris hunkered down in another crucial battleground, Pennsylvania, preparing for next week's televised presidential debate.
![Wirtz and Musiala dazzle to kick-start new Germany era](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/87/f3/bf/Wirtz-and-Musiala-dazzle-to-kick-st-745447_small.jpg)
Wirtz and Musiala dazzle to kick-start new Germany era
Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala turned on the style, laying on goals for each other, as a new-look Germany beat Hungary 5-0 in Duesseldorf on Saturday.
![Chinese teenager takes 7th gold of Paris Paralympics](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/2e/2e/71/Chinese-teenager-takes-7th-gold-of--155252_small.jpg)
Chinese teenager takes 7th gold of Paris Paralympics
Teenage Chinese swimmer Jiang Yuyan collected her seventh gold of the Paris Paralympics on Saturday, while the USA were aiming to win a third consecutive men's wheelchair basketball title.
![England interim boss Carsley 'respects' divided opinions over anthem](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/5d/1a/1e/England-interim-boss-Carsley--respe-474757_small.jpg)
England interim boss Carsley 'respects' divided opinions over anthem
England interim boss Lee Carsley insists he respects the debate sparked by his controversial decision not to sing the national anthem before Saturday's 2-0 win against Ireland.
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Neuville moves to the front in the Acropolis Rally
Championship leader Thierry Neuville worked his way to the front of the field on the second full day of competition in the Acropolis Rally on Saturday as the punishing Greek roads continued to take a toll on the field.
![Garfield, Pugh charm Toronto in new romance 'We Live in Time'](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/1a/9e/4d/Garfield--Pugh-charm-Toronto-in-new-202544_small.jpg)
Garfield, Pugh charm Toronto in new romance 'We Live in Time'
Oscar nominees Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh are both hard-pressed to explain exactly how on-screen chemistry is created, but they have oodles of it in their new tearjerker romance "We Live in Time," which debuted at the Toronto film festival.
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21 boys confirmed dead in Kenya school inferno
A total of 21 boys were confirmed dead on Saturday after a blaze tore through a school dormitory in central Kenya, a tragedy that has raised questions about safety standards at educational establishments nationwide.
![Over 100,000 protest in France against new prime minister](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/1f/1e/31/Over-100-000-protest-in-France-agai-218331_small.jpg)
Over 100,000 protest in France against new prime minister
More than 100,000 left-wing demonstrators rallied across France on Saturday to protest against the nomination of the centre-right Michel Barnier as prime minister and denounce President Emmanuel Macron's "power grab".
![Golden 30 minutes takes China to swimming Paralympics swimming domination](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/ec/c8/fb/Golden-30-minutes-takes-China-to-sw-715512_small.jpg)
Golden 30 minutes takes China to swimming Paralympics swimming domination
China ended its Paris Paralympics swimming programme with more emphatic success on Saturday, including Jiang Yuyan collecting a remarkable seventh gold of the Paris Games.
![Green leads Australia to T20 series sweep of Scotland](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/e4/41/4d/Green-leads-Australia-to-T20-series-223377_small.jpg)
Green leads Australia to T20 series sweep of Scotland
Cameron Green starred with both bat and ball as Australia completed a 3-0 sweep of Scotland from their T20 series in Edinburgh on Saturday.
![Nigeria, Cameroon win afer chaotic AFCON build-ups](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/f0/49/9c/Nigeria--Cameroon-win-afer-chaotic--267817_small.jpg)
Nigeria, Cameroon win afer chaotic AFCON build-ups
Former champions Nigeria and Cameroon put chaotic build-ups behind them on Saturday to make winning starts in 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying.
![Nicole Kidman: A-lister, cinematic chameleon, wins in Venice](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/c7/94/3d/Nicole-Kidman--A-lister--cinematic--152374_small.jpg)
Nicole Kidman: A-lister, cinematic chameleon, wins in Venice
One of Hollywood's biggest stars who is never afraid to push herself, Nicole Kidman ventured even further from her comfort zone with erotic thriller "Babygirl", which saw her named best actress in Venice on Saturday.
!['I had to prove myself', says Kolisi after win against All Blacks](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/b1/5f/fe/-I-had-to-prove-myself---says-Kolis-333266_small.jpg)
'I had to prove myself', says Kolisi after win against All Blacks
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi said he had to prove himself after coach Rassie Erasmus gave him the chance to lead his team to an 18-12 victory over the New Zealand All Blacks in their Rugby Championship match at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
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Almodovar wins top prize at Venice film festival
Spanish director Pedro Almodovar won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival for "The Room Next Door", while France's Vincent Lindon and Australian star Nicole Kidman took the top acting prizes.
![Grealish savours England redemption after 'worst summer'](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/cd/64/6a/Grealish-savours-England-redemption-872747_small.jpg)
Grealish savours England redemption after 'worst summer'
Jack Grealish admitted his goal-scoring role in England's 2-0 win against Ireland on Saturday was the ideal way to forget the "worst summer" of his life.
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Carsley makes flying start as England interim boss in win over Ireland
England interim manager Lee Carsley enjoyed a dream debut as goals from Declan Rice and Jack Grealish silenced their Ireland tormentors and inspired a 2-0 win in Saturday's Nations League opener in Dublin.
![Springboks close on Rugby Championship with storming win over All Blacks](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/27/9f/2e/Springboks-close-on-Rugby-Champions-240177_small.jpg)
Springboks close on Rugby Championship with storming win over All Blacks
The Springboks produced a storming finish for the second week in a row to beat the New Zealand All Blacks 18-12 in their Rugby Championship match at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
![Sri Lanka's De Silva and Kamindu Mendis defy England in third Test](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/a9/c9/bb/Sri-Lanka-s-De-Silva-and-Kamindu-Me-135575_small.jpg)
Sri Lanka's De Silva and Kamindu Mendis defy England in third Test
Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva and the in-form Kamindu Mendis frustrated England with a unbroken century partnership on the second day of the third Test at the Oval on Saturday.
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Farrell's Racing lose on opening day of Top 14
Former England captain Owen Farrell missed out on a winning start at new club Racing 92 as Castres scored with the last play of the game to secure a 31-28 win on the opening day of the Top 4 season on Saturday.
![Ireland and UK to 'reset' relations as Starmer visits Dublin](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/b5/57/34/Ireland-and-UK-to--reset--relations-167225_small.jpg)
Ireland and UK to 'reset' relations as Starmer visits Dublin
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Saturday made the first visit by a British leader to Ireland in five years, vowing to "reset" damaged post-Brexit relations between the neighbouring nations.
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Dunbar takes second Vuelta stage as Roglic closes in on victory
Eddie Dunbar clung on to take his second stage of the Vuelta a Espana as he held off his pursuers on the climb up Picon Blanco on Saturday.
![Fritz eyes US Open glory to end 21 years of American hurt](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/71/2d/a3/Fritz-eyes-US-Open-glory-to-end-21--052712_small.jpg)
Fritz eyes US Open glory to end 21 years of American hurt
Taylor Fritz can end 21 years of American pain on Sunday when he tackles world number one Jannik Sinner in the US Open final, insisting his level is "good enough to win".
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Thousands protest in France against new prime minister
Thousands of left-wing demonstrators on Saturday took to the streets across France to protest against the nomination of the centre-right Michel Barnier as prime minister and denounce President Emmanuel Macron's "power grab."
![Death toll from Kenya school blaze rises to 21](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/82/07/3a/Death-toll-from-Kenya-school-blaze--872825_small.jpg)
Death toll from Kenya school blaze rises to 21
The death toll from a devastating blaze at a primary school dormitory in a semi-rural area of central Kenya has risen to 21, the government said on Saturday.
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Brazil's right rallies for 'freedom' after X suspended
Led by beleaguered ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil's political right rallied Saturday amid a free speech tussle that has seen X, its preferred social platform, suspended in the country.
![Trump to hold rally in swing state, Harris preps for debate](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/05/e2/92/Trump-to-hold-rally-in-swing-state--257315_small.jpg)
Trump to hold rally in swing state, Harris preps for debate
Donald Trump was set to hold a rally in the US swing state of Wisconsin on Saturday while Democrat Kamala Harris hunkered down in another crucial battleground, Pennsylvania, preparing for next week's televised presidential debate.
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Stone at the double as Sri Lanka collapse against England in third Test
Olly Stone struck twice as Sri Lanka slumped to 142-5 at tea on the second day of the third Test against England at the Oval on Saturday.
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French tennis player takes legal action over online abuse
French tennis player Alice Tubello has filed a complaint over online abuse from sports bettors following 300 hateful messages she received after a recent defeat, a source close to the case told AFP on Saturday.
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Italy backs Kyiv's 'legitimate defence' as Zelensky presses allies
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reaffirmed her support for Ukraine's "legitimate defence" Saturday in talks with President Volodymyr Zelensky, as he visited allies to press for more weapons to fight Russia.
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The Body Shop rescued from administration after deal
Growth capital firm Aurea on Saturday announced the completion of its acquisition of UK-based cosmetics group The Body Shop, renowned for ethical hair and skin products.
![Martin roars to victory in San Marino sprint, extends MotoGP lead](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/99/e9/7c/Martin-roars-to-victory-in-San-Mari-182812_small.jpg)
Martin roars to victory in San Marino sprint, extends MotoGP lead
Jorge Martin claimed a statement victory in Saturday's sprint race at the San Marino and Rimini Riviera MotoGP, extending his overall lead over reigning champion Francesco Bagnaia with a stunning performance.
![Smoke and screams: The horror of Kenya's school dorm inferno](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/f3/1a/e3/Smoke-and-screams--The-horror-of-Ke-526712_small.jpg)
Smoke and screams: The horror of Kenya's school dorm inferno
Eleven-year-old Devlin Nyawira fled the deadly blaze that tore through a school dormitory in central Kenya by breaking through a window, screaming and banging metal boxes to wake up the boys around him.
![MotoGP leader Martin roars to victory in San Marino sprint](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/99/e9/7c/MotoGP-leader-Martin-roars-to-victo-711145_small.jpg)
MotoGP leader Martin roars to victory in San Marino sprint
Jorge Martin won the sprint race at the San Marino and Rimini Riviera MotoGP on Saturday and extended his overall lead over reigning champion Francesco Bagnaia.
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Ireland and UK to 'reset' relations as Starmer begins Dublin visit
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Saturday began the first visit by a British leader to Ireland in five years, vowing to "reset" damaged post-Brexit relations between the two nations.
![Ma Lin turns brutal encounter with bear into glorious Paralympic career](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/62/11/e4/Ma-Lin-turns-brutal-encounter-with--774411_small.jpg)
Ma Lin turns brutal encounter with bear into glorious Paralympic career
Ma Lin's dreams of becoming a renowned pianist ended in agony when he had to have his right arm amputated as a result of a brown bear biting him -- but showing gritty resolve he has become a force to be reckoned with in Paralympic table tennis.
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Flintoff appointed England Lions head coach
Andrew Flintoff's cricket coaching career took another step forward Saturday when he was put in charge of the England Lions, the national 'A' side.
![Sri Lanka hit back as Pope falls during England collapse in second Test](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/2c/2b/43/Sri-Lanka-hit-back-as-Pope-falls-du-573121_small.jpg)
Sri Lanka hit back as Pope falls during England collapse in second Test
Ollie Pope extended his first century as England captain but his side still collapsed against Sri Lanka on the second day of the third Test at the Oval on Saturday.