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Robert Redford, Hollywood's golden boy with a Midas touch
Robert Redford, Hollywood's golden boy with a Midas touch

With his all-American good looks, Robert Redford, who died on Tuesday aged 89 was the eternal "Sundance Kid", a US screen legend both in front of and behind the camera.

September 16, 2025

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US retail sales beat expectations in August despite tariffs
US retail sales beat expectations in August despite tariffs

Retail sales in the United States were hotter than expected in August, government data showed Tuesday, although analysts warned consumers may run out of steam as President Donald Trump's tariffs bite.

September 16, 2025

New Zealand's Kerr wins world men's high jump gold
New Zealand's Kerr wins world men's high jump gold

Hamish Kerr claimed New Zealand's second gold medal in two days at the world championships in Tokyo when he won the men's high jump on Tuesday.

September 16, 2025

American Cordell Tinch wins world 110m hurdles gold
American Cordell Tinch wins world 110m hurdles gold

American Cordell Tinch lived up to a fine season of form to win the men's 110 metres hurdles at the world championships on Tuesday.

September 16, 2025

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Rugby World Cup chiefs defend handling of Berthoumieu biting incident
Rugby World Cup chiefs defend handling of Berthoumieu biting incident

Women's Rugby World Cup chiefs have defended the decision not to punish flanker Axelle Berthoumieu during France's match against Ireland over a biting incident, saying such cases are "notoriously difficult" to assess.

September 16, 2025

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Barca to stay at Johan Cruyff stadium for Getafe clash
Barca to stay at Johan Cruyff stadium for Getafe clash

Barcelona will host Getafe in La Liga at their tiny Johan Cruyff training ground stadium on Sunday as they work to obtain permits to reopen their revamped Camp Nou home.

September 16, 2025