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Bob Beamon auctions off 1968 Olympic long jump medal

Bob Beamon auctions off 1968 Olympic long jump medal

Half a century after his 29-foot long jump at the 1968 Mexico City Summer Olympics, Bob Beamon's record still stands -- though he is ready to part with his gold medal.

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Alldritt, Lucu to bridge France's Six Nations Dupont gap

Alldritt, Lucu to bridge France's Six Nations Dupont gap

When it was announced in November that France captain Antoine Dupont would miss the Six Nations to prepare for this year's Paris Olympic Games, coach Fabien Galthie had to replace the influential scrum-half and captain.

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Italy 'in reconstruction' after chastening World Cup, says Allan

Italy 'in reconstruction' after chastening World Cup, says Allan

Italy head into the Six Nations as rank outsiders following a dismal World Cup but fly-half Tommaso Allan believes they have the talent to turn things around as they prepare to kick off against England in Rome on Saturday.

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Samsung says Q4 operating profits drop 34.57 percent

Samsung says Q4 operating profits drop 34.57 percent

Samsung Electronics on Wednesday reported a 34.57 percent drop in operating profits for the fourth quarter of 2023, as the company struggles with weak demand for consumer devices.

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McIlroy sees PGA wins as cheapened without Rahm, LIV's best

McIlroy sees PGA wins as cheapened without Rahm, LIV's best

Rory McIlroy says PGA Tour triumphs at venues such as Pebble Beach and Riviera will be devalued in the absence of two-time major winner Jon Rahm and other star players following their defection to LIV Golf.

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US judge voids Elon Musk's $56 billion Tesla compensation

US judge voids Elon Musk's $56 billion Tesla compensation

A judge in the US state of Delaware voided the $56 billion compensation package of Tesla chief executive Elon Musk on Tuesday, siding with a shareholder who claimed the entrepreneur was overpaid.

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Newcastle back on track as Schar double sinks Villa

Newcastle back on track as Schar double sinks Villa

Newcastle ended their four-game losing streak in the Premier League as Fabian Schar's double inspired a 3-1 win against Aston Villa on Tuesday.

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Arsenal 'built momentum' ahead of Liverpool clash with Forest win

Arsenal 'built momentum' ahead of Liverpool clash with Forest win

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said his side's Premier League title challenge was building momentum after the Gunners beat Nottingham Forest 2-1 on Tuesday to move up to second in the table.

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North Korea says it test-fired strategic cruise missile

North Korea says it test-fired strategic cruise missile

North Korea said Wednesday it successfully test-fired a strategic cruise missile, part of a selection of recently launched weapons that analysts warn could be destined for Russia's war in Ukraine.

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Canadian cardinal accused of sex assault says was 'never' improper

Canadian cardinal accused of sex assault says was 'never' improper

A Canadian cardinal who is a close advisor to Pope Francis on Tuesday personally denied accusations he sexually assaulted a teenage girl in the 1980s, telling his congregation by video he has never behaved inappropriately towards anyone.

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