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SummaryWorld No.1 Scottie Scheffler has surged into a tie for the lead on a weather-delayed 'moving day' at the PGA Championship, following a near three-and-a-half-hour delay that altered the tee-off format. Jhonattan Vegas, who started the day as the halfway leader, struggled with early bogeys, allowing Scheffler and Kim Si-woo to take the lead at seven under after strong starts. Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy faced challenges with a non-conforming driver, managing to make the cut at...

Jasmine Paolini made history by becoming the first Italian woman to win the Italian Open in 40 years, defeating Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-2, amidst enthusiastic support from the home crowd at Foro Italico. With world No.1 Jannik Sinner set to compete against Carlos Alcaraz in the men's final, Italy has the chance for a historic sweep of the Rome singles titles. Paolini, who will rise to No. 4 in the rankings, also reached the women's...

SummaryUS President Donald Trump announced plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, aiming to address the ongoing conflict that claims over 5,000 soldiers weekly. He expressed hope for a "PRODUCTIVE DAY" leading to a ceasefire in the "VERY VIOLENT WAR." Additionally, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio communicated with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, welcoming a recent prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine and reinforcing the call for an...

SummaryDefending Super Rugby Pacific champions the Blues faced their first loss to Moana Pasifika, who secured a 27-21 victory in Auckland, marking a significant step towards their first finals berth. Moana's coach Tana Umaga praised the team's defensive efforts and strategic play, while captain Ardie Savea highlighted the achievement against a strong Blues side. With both teams on 28 points, the Blues have fallen out of the knockout qualification spots, as Moana prepares to face...

The Western Bulldogs dominated Essendon with a decisive 91-point victory at Marvel Stadium, scoring the first nine goals and finishing 18.19 (127) to 5.6 (36). Essendon struggled to find their rhythm, not scoring until the second quarter and trailing by 59 points at halftime, despite having won five of their previous six games. Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli led the charge, while Bailey Dale set a club record with 49 possessions; Rhylee West contributed four goals,...

SummaryPerth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe expressed that Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's attendance at the inauguration mass of Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City will enhance Australia's relationship with the Holy See. Albanese, who described the event as a historic occasion for the Catholic Church, emphasized its significance for Catholics worldwide and Australians of the Catholic faith. The new Pope, elected last week, is the first North American to hold the position, succeeding the late Pope Francis,...