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Venezuela earthquake deaths near 1,000, with millions more in need
Venezuela earthquake deaths near 1,000, with millions more in need

The death toll in Venezuela's twin earthquake disaster approached 1,000 Saturday and millions more were feared to have been left without sanitation and other basic needs as first US aid flights trickled into Caracas.

June 27, 2026

Russell snatches controversial pole in Austria after Verstappen crash
Russell snatches controversial pole in Austria after Verstappen crash

George Russell demonstrated his experience and a detailed understanding of the rules on Saturday to steer through a controversial final flying lap and seize pole position for Sunday's Austrian Grand Prix.

June 27, 2026

French Open champs head to Wimbledon wrestling with new-found status
French Open champs head to Wimbledon wrestling with new-found status

Newly crowned French Open champions Alexander Zverev and Mirra Andreeva arrive at Wimbledon wrestling with an unexpected dilemma -- why doesn't life feel different after fulfilling their ambition to win a Grand Slam?

June 27, 2026

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Russell snatches pole as Verstappen, Antonelli fourth for Austria GP grid
Russell snatches pole as Verstappen, Antonelli fourth for Austria GP grid

George Russell produced a dramatic late and contentious fastest lap in his Mercedes on Saturday to claim pole position ahead of the two Ferraris for Sunday’s Austrian Grand Prix.

June 27, 2026

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Raducanu halts practice session to put Wimbledon bid in doubt
Raducanu halts practice session to put Wimbledon bid in doubt

Emma Raducanu's Wimbledon participation was plunged into doubt on Saturday as the former US Open champion halted a practice session before cancelling a press conference.

June 27, 2026