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- 1Russian attack kills two civilians, including teenager, in Sumyββ οΈβοΈAnother Russian War Crime: Russian terrorists attack civilians in Sumy: two people killed, including teenager, five
A Russian strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy has killed two civilians, one of them a teenager, and injured five others. The attack is being described on social media as another war crime by Russia, with calls for accountability from international bodies such as the International Criminal Court in The Hague. Photos from the aftermath circulated alongside Ukrainian media reports.
- 2Russian attack kills two civilians in Dnipropetrovsk OblastββοΈπΊπ¦Another Russian War Crime: Russian terrorists attack civilians in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, killing woman and 17-year-o
Russian forces attacked civilians in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine, killing a woman and a 17-year-old girl and injuring a child, according to Ukrainian media reports. Commenters describe the strike as a war crime and are calling for accountability, referencing institutions such as the International Criminal Court and The Hague.
- 3Residents of occupied Oleshky reportedly starving, surviving on grassββ οΈβοΈWhen they occupy your European town, donβt expect anything different - Russian terrorists are starving Ukrainian civ
Reports from the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky in Ukraine's Kherson region say trapped civilians are facing severe food shortages, with some forced to survive on grass and weeds. Commenters are warning that the same fate could await other European towns under Russian occupation, calling the situation a deliberate policy of starving civilians.
- 4Ukraine says 4 tonnes of food delivered to occupied Oleshkyββ οΈπΊπ¦Kherson government shows operation delivering 4 tonnes of food to starving civilians in Russian-occupied Oleshky (VI
The Kherson regional administration has publicised an operation delivering four tonnes of food to civilians in Oleshky, a town in Russian-occupied Kherson oblast. The announcement describes residents there as facing food shortages under occupation. The claim is being shared widely online and highlights the humanitarian situation in occupied territories along the Dnipro river.
- 5Ukraine warns of starvation in occupied Oleshkyββ οΈβοΈUkraine sounds alarm over situation in temporarily occupied Oleshky, where trapped civilians are being forced by Rus
Ukraine has raised the alarm over conditions in Oleshky, a city in Kherson region under Russian occupation since 2022. According to Ukrainian officials, civilians trapped there are being deliberately starved and some have been forced to eat grass to survive. Kyiv is describing the situation as a war crime and is pressing international partners, including bodies in Brussels, to respond to the reports of intentional deprivation of food among residents unable to flee.
- 6Live athletics results and medallists from Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Gamesβ20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026: All athletics results and medallists live
The 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan are underway, with Olympic officials publishing live athletics results and medallist lists throughout the track and field programme. Fans and media across Asia are following the events closely, tracking national medal counts and standout performances as competitions unfold in Nagoya.
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Germany has selected Munich as its candidate city to bid for hosting the Olympic Games. The decision makes Munich the city that will represent Germany in the international competition to become an Olympic host, reviving the city's connection to the Games decades after it staged the 1972 Summer Olympics.
- 8German Olympic Committee selects Munich as bid cityβΌGerman Olympic Committee names Munich as bid city choice
The German Olympic Committee has named Munich as its chosen bid city, moving Germany a step closer to a future Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Bavarian capital, which hosted the 1972 Summer Olympics, now emerges as the country's candidate to pursue hosting duties, with details of the bid and potential Games year expected to be outlined in the coming period.
- 9Munich pushes ahead quickly with Olympic bidβΌ'We cannot wait': Munich to waste no time with Olympic bid
Munich is moving forward with its bid to host the Olympic Games, with officials signalling they will waste no time in the process. The message 'We cannot wait' reflects the city's urgency in pressing its candidacy, and the plan is drawing attention in international sports and Olympic circles.
- 10Alysa Liu Celebrated in Oakland After Olympic GoldβFigure skater Alysa Liu celebrated in hometown of Oakland after Olympic gold medal win
Figure skater Alysa Liu returned to her hometown of Oakland, California, where fans gathered to celebrate her Olympic gold medal win. The champion, who previously took bronze at the 2022 Beijing Olympics before stepping away from the sport, drew cheers during the hometown celebration. Local media covered the event as the Bay Area welcomed home its newly crowned Olympic champion.
- 11Malaysia's Sivasangari goes from near-fatal crash to Olympic qualifierβFrom near-fatal crash to Olympic ticket, Malaysia's Sivasangari writes her own script
Malaysian squash player Sivasangari Subramaniam has qualified for the Olympics, completing a remarkable recovery from a near-fatal car crash. Her qualification comes as squash prepares to make its Olympic return at the Los Angeles 2028 Games. The story of her comeback from serious injury to earning a place on sport's biggest stage is drawing attention as an inspiring tale of resilience.
- 12Ethiopia dominates Berlin Marathon as Assefa nears world recordβBerlin Marathon 2026: Ethiopia shines as Tigst Assefa narrowly misses world record and Guye Adola claims second title
Ethiopian runners starred at the 2026 Berlin Marathon. Tigst Assefa won the women's race while falling just short of the world record, and Guye Adola took the men's title, claiming his second victory in Berlin. The result underlines Ethiopia's strength in long-distance running at one of the sport's fastest courses.
- 13India wins athletics medals and squash silver at Asian Games Day 8βIndia at Asian Games 2026, Day 8: Medal rush in athletics, a photo-finish and squashβs silver sweep - as it happened
India enjoyed a strong Day 8 at the Asian Games 2026, with a rush of medals in athletics highlighted by a photo-finish, while the squash programme ended with a sweep of silver medals. Coverage followed the day's action event by event, tracking India's growing medal tally across the disciplines.
- 14Initial Details of LA28 Triathlon Courses UnveiledβInitial Details of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Triathlon Courses Unveiled
Organisers of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games have released the initial details of the triathlon courses. The announcement gives the first official picture of where the swim, bike and run legs will take place when triathlon comes to LA28. Further course details and venue specifics are expected to follow as planning continues toward the 2028 Games.
- 15Malaysia's Ng and Subramaniam win Asian Games gold, qualify for LA28βΌMalaysiaβs Ng, Subramaniam book LA28 Olympics berth with Asian Games gold
Malaysia's Ng and Subramaniam won gold at the Asian Games, securing a berth for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. The victory marks a significant achievement for Malaysian badminton on the continental stage, and attention is turning to the pair's prospects as they prepare for the Olympic campaign in the United States.
- 16Asian Games 2026: India's medal tally and winners listβAsian Games 2026: India medals tally and winners list - full table
Coverage is building around India's prospects and results tracking for the 2026 Asian Games, to be hosted in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. A full medals table and list of Indian winners has been published, giving fans a single reference for how the country's contingent fares across the sporting programme as competition unfolds.
- 17Malaysia wins Asian Games squash singles golds and LA28 spotsβΌAsian Games 2026: Malaysia's Ng Eain Yow, Sivasangari Subramaniam win squash singles finals, secure LA28 quotas
Malaysia's squash players delivered a double triumph at the Asian Games 2026, with Ng Eain Yow and Sivasangari Subramaniam both winning their singles finals. The victories carry extra weight beyond the medals, as they secure qualification quotas for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, where squash will be part of the programme. It is a landmark day for Malaysian squash on the continental stage.
- 18Asian Games 2026 shooting: scores, schedule and India's resultsβAsian Games 2026 shooting: Scores, schedule and India results
Attention is on the shooting programme at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with coverage focused on the event schedule, scores and how Indian shooters are faring. Shooting is a discipline where India has traditionally won a large share of its Asian Games medals, so results and medal prospects for the Indian contingent are drawing particular interest.
- 19India beat Singapore to reach Asian Games hockey semisβΌAsian Games 2026 women's hockey: India beat Singapore to book semi-final clash against South Korea
India's women's hockey team defeated Singapore at the 2026 Asian Games to secure a place in the semi-finals, where they will face South Korea. The win keeps India on course for a medal at the tournament in Aichi and Nagoya, Japan, with South Korea representing a significant step up in opposition as the knockout stage begins.
- 20Brandon McNulty wins UCI Road World Championships with solo attackβUCI Road World Championships 2026: Brandon McNulty pulls off "miraculous" solo win, avenging Tokyo 2020 road race heartbreak
American cyclist Brandon McNulty has won the UCI Road World Championships road race with a solo breakaway, a victory described as "miraculous." The result is being framed as redemption for McNulty, who suffered a heartbreaking near-miss in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic road race, where he was caught late in the race after a long breakaway.
- 21Brandon McNulty wins US road race world title after 33 yearsβBrandon McNulty wins U.S.β first road race world title in 33 years
American cyclist Brandon McNulty has won the men's road race at the UCI Road World Championships, claiming the United States' first world title in the discipline in 33 years. The victory ends a long drought for American men's road racing, with the last title dating back to Lance Armstrong's win in 1993, later vacated. McNulty's breakthrough is being celebrated as a landmark moment for US cycling.
- 22World Marathon Majors 2026: Winners and Finishing TimesβWorld Marathon Majors 2026: All winners, finishing times - full list
The full list of winners and their finishing times from the 2026 World Marathon Majors series has been published, compiling results across the major city marathons. The roundup covers elite champions from each race in the series, giving running fans a complete reference for the season's results and standout performances across the six World Marathon Major events.
- 23Thailand's Puripol Boonson matches Asian 200m record at Asian GamesβΌAsian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026: True to his word, Thailand's Puripol Boonson matches Asian record in men's 200m
Thailand's Puripol Boonson has matched the Asian record in the men's 200m at the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, delivering on a pledge he had made beforehand. The sprint is one of the standout athletics performances of the Games so far, drawing attention to the 19-year-old as one of Asia's fastest-rising track stars.
- 24Berlin Marathon 2026: full results and standings publishedβBerlin Marathon 2026: All results, times and standings - full list
A full list of results, finish times and standings from the 2026 Berlin Marathon has been released, covering the elite fields and finishers across the race. The complete standings are now available for runners checking their official times and for followers of the event reviewing how the race unfolded in the German capital.
- 25Shanti Pereira defends Asian Games 200m title in Aichi-NagoyaβAsian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026: Shanti Pereira defends women's 200m crown, uncertain about 2030
Singapore sprinter Shanti Pereira successfully defended her women's 200m crown at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, reaffirming her status as Asia's top female sprinter. Asked about the 2030 Asian Games, she said her participation remains uncertain as she takes her career one step at a time.
- 26Asian Games 2026 football: full schedule and results releasedβFootball at Asian Games 2026: Full schedule, all results, groups and standings β complete list
A complete guide to the football tournament at the 2026 Asian Games has been published, covering the full schedule, all results, group standings and fixtures. The resource aims to give fans a single reference for following the men's and women's competitions as matches are played. Interest is focused on how the groups and standings develop as the tournament progresses.
- 27India's boxing campaign at the 2026 Asian GamesβIndia at Asian Games 2026 boxing: Know schedule, scores, results and medal winners - full list
India's boxers are preparing for the 2026 Asian Games, with fans following the schedule, results and medal winners. Coverage lists India's boxing fixtures, scores and full medal tallies, as the Games serve as a key stepping stone toward Olympic qualification and a measure of the country's strength in the sport against regional rivals.
- 28Athletics schedule and India medal guide for Asian Games 2026βΌAthletics at Asian Games 2026: Schedule, events, India results and medal winners - full list
Athletics at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan is drawing attention as fans look up the full competition schedule, event list and India's results and medal winners. Interest is focused on how Indian track and field athletes perform against the continent's best, with a full list of medals being tracked as the athletics programme unfolds.
- 29India face Afghanistan in Asian Games 2026 cricket quarter-finalβΌIND vs AFG, Asian Games 2026 cricket quarter-final: Schedule and watch India vs Afghanistan live streaming and telecast
India and Afghanistan will meet in the cricket quarter-final at the Asian Games 2026. Viewers are looking up the schedule, live streaming and telecast details for the knockout match. It is a notable contest between two strong Asian sides, with India considered among the favourites as the tournament moves into its decisive stages.
- 30Anahat and Abhay Singh take squash singles silver at Asian Games 2026βAsian Games 2026 squash: Anahat Singh, Abhay Singh settle for silver medals in singles
Indian squash players Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh finished with silver medals in the singles events at the 2026 Asian Games after falling short in their respective finals. The pair's podium finishes add to India's squash medal haul at the Games, though both will view second place as a near miss against the region's strongest opponents.
- 31Archery at Asian Games 2026: Results and India medal listβArchery at Asian Games 2026: Scores, schedule, India results and medal winners - full list
Archery at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan is in the spotlight, with a full rundown of scores, the competition schedule, India's results and the medal winners being compiled. The Asian Games run from 19 September to 4 October 2026, and archery is expected to be a key medal event for India, which has a strong record in the sport at recent editions of the Games.
- 32Italians wary of ICE presence at 2026 Winter Olympicsβ'Absolutely don't want them:' Italians wary of ICE presence at 2026 Winter Olympics
Reports say many in Italy are pushing back against a possible presence of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, with some quoted saying they 'absolutely don't want them'. The story has raised questions about what role, if any, the US agency would play in security for the Games, and why an American domestic enforcement body would be involved at a European sporting event.
- 33Cassandre Beaugrand wins second triathlon world title in PontevedraβCassandre Beaugrand after her second triathlon world title in Pontevedra: "Itβs the best year of my career"
French triathlete Cassandre Beaugrand secured her second world triathlon title at the finals in Pontevedra, Spain, and called it "the best year of my career". The Olympic champion capped a dominant season by retaining the crown she first won in 2024, underlining her status as the sport's leading athlete ahead of the next Olympic cycle.
- 34Olympic skater honors parents lost in DC plane crashβOlympic skater pays tribute to parents lost in DC plane crash
An Olympic figure skater has paid public tribute to their parents, who died in the midair collision over Washington, DC involving an American Airlines regional jet and an Army helicopter in January 2025. The crash killed 67 people, including several members of the figure skating community. The skater's tribute has drawn widespread sympathy and renewed attention to the victims' families.
- 35Amy Broadhurst continues comeback with Olympic bid at European ChampionshipsβAmy Broadhurst continues comeback at European championships: 'This will be my last shot at the Olympics'
Irish boxer Amy Broadhurst is continuing her comeback at the European championships, saying this will be her final attempt to qualify for the Olympic Games. The former world champion is fighting to secure her place at the Olympics, and her run at the European championships is a key step in that bid.
- 36Asian Games 2026: All Team Singapore medal winners revealedβΌAsian Games 2026: All Team Singapore medal winners β full list
Team Singapore's medal winners at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, have been compiled in a full list. The roundup covers all of Singapore's gold, silver and bronze medallists at the continental multi-sport event, giving fans a complete record of the nation's performance against Asia's top athletes across the Games programme.
- 37Kim Yuseong rallies to win women's title at Nepela Memorial 2026βISU CS Nepela Memorial 2026: Kim Yuseong climbs from fourth to win women's title as Sauter slips to seventh
South Korea's Kim Yuseong came from fourth place after the short program to win the women's title at the ISU Challenger Series Nepela Memorial 2026 in figure skating. Austrian skailer Sauter, who had been in contention, dropped to seventh in the final standings, capping a dramatic turnaround in the free skate in Bratislava.
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The Asian Games have opened in Japan, with attention turning to ten standout athletes expected to headline the competition. Coverage highlights the competitors seen as most likely to dominate their events and shape the medal race. As one of the world's largest multi-sport events, the Games draw wide interest from fans and national teams across Asia ahead of the opening contests.
- 39India wins kabaddi double and marathon silver at Asian GamesβIndia at Asian Games 2026, Day 7: Kabaddiβs golden double; Sawan Barwal records marathon silver - as it happened
India enjoyed a strong seventh day at the 2026 Asian Games, with both its kabaddi teams winning gold medals and Sawan Barwal taking silver in the men's marathon. The results added to India's medal tally at the Games, and sports fans are following the country's progress closely as the multi-sport event continues.
- 40Shooting at Asian Games 2026: India results and medal winnersβShooting at Asian Games 2026: Scores, schedule, India results, medal winners - full list
Shooting is underway at the 2026 Asian Games, with organisers publishing full scores, schedules and updated medal lists. Attention centres on India's performances, with Olympic coverage tracking each Indian result and medal won in the discipline as the competition progresses. Fans are following the running tally of medallists across events.
- 41Questions over Jyothi Yarraji's Asian Games 2026 campaignβWhat happened to Jyothi Yarraji at the Asian Games 2026?
Attention is turning to Indian hurdler Jyothi Yarraji and her participation at the Asian Games 2026, with readers asking what exactly happened to her at the event. The national-record-holding sprint hurdler is one of India's leading track athletes, but details of her result or incident remain sparse, prompting searches for clarification.
- 42Plane pull fundraiser at Chicago airport supports Special OlympicsβΌPlane pull at Chicago airport to raise money for Special Olympics
A plane pull event was held at a Chicago airport to raise money for Special Olympics, with teams pulling an aircraft to collect donations. The event is part of ongoing fundraising efforts supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities, and coverage highlights the community participation and charitable spirit surrounding the competition.
- 43Iranian runner Zahra Zarei sets sights on OlympicsβIranian runner Zahra Zarei aims to compete at Olympics
Iranian runner Zahra Zarei has declared her ambition to compete at the Olympic Games, according to a report by the Tehran Times. The sprinter is training toward qualifying standards, and her bid is being followed as part of wider attention on Iranian athletes preparing for upcoming Olympic competition.
- 44Over 110 teams pull United 737 at O'Hare for Special OlympicsβChicago O'Hare Plane Pull: More than 110 teams pull United Airlines 737, raise more than $230,000 for Special Olympics Illinois
More than 110 teams took part in a plane pull at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, hauling a United Airlines 737 to raise over $230,000 for Special Olympics Illinois. The charity event drew widespread local attention, with participants and organizers celebrating the fundraising total and community turnout supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities.
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The 2026 AAU Junior Olympic Games are being discussed ahead of the event, which brings together young athletes from across the United States to compete in a wide range of sports. Details about the host city, dates and qualifying athletes remain limited in current coverage.
- 46USU Researchers Map Clean Air Plan for 2034 Winter OlympicsβAn Olympic Legacy: USU Researchers Outline Opportunities for Cleaner Air Ahead of 2034 Games
Researchers at Utah State University have outlined opportunities to improve air quality in the region ahead of Salt Lake City hosting the 2034 Winter Olympic Games. Their work frames cleaner air as a potential lasting legacy of the Games, identifying measures that could reduce pollution for residents long after the event ends.
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Olympic-level equestrian eventing returns to Morven Park in Leesburg, Virginia, from October 8 to 11. The competition brings top riders and horses to the historic estate for dressage, cross-country and show jumping phases. Local outlets are highlighting the event as a notable draw for the region's equestrian community and spectators.
- 48Dozens rappel down building for Special Olympics North CarolinaβΌDozens go Over the Edge for Special Olympics NC
Dozens of people took part in the 'Over the Edge' fundraiser for Special Olympics North Carolina, rappelling down a building to raise money and awareness for athletes with intellectual disabilities. WRAL covered the event, highlighting the community turnout and the ongoing support the organization receives across the state.
- 49Denver Broncos join Special Olympics Colorado for flag football jamboreeβDenver Broncos join Special Olympics Colorado for Unified Flag Football Jamboree
The Denver Broncos took part in the Unified Flag Football Jamboree alongside Special Olympics Colorado, joining athletes for a day of flag football. Unified events pair athletes with and without intellectual disabilities on the same teams, and NFL franchises regularly lend players, staff and branding to such community programs. The Broncos' involvement drew positive local attention in Colorado sports coverage.