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Da'Vine Joy Randolph has won every major prize going this film award season for her supporting role in "The Holdovers" -- but she insists she is taking nothing for granted as the Oscars loom.

Sebastian Baez eased past Argentine compatriot Mariano Navone in straight sets to win the Rio ATP clay-court tournament on Sunday for his fifth title.

Veteran midfielder Luka Modric's curling strike gave Real Madrid a 1-0 win over Sevilla on Sunday, lifting them eight points clear of Barcelona atop La Liga where they are unbeaten in 20 games.

Thousands of Brazilians poured into the streets of Sao Paulo on Sunday as ex-president Jair Bolsonaro flexed his political muscle and hit out at an election ban that has seen him barred from seeking office for eight years.

Antoine Dupont's first tournament with France's seven-a-side squad ended in disappointment at the Canada Sevens on Sunday with Les Bleus losing 28-26 to New Zealand in the semi-finals.

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 30 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and passed off nine assists to lead the dominant Milwaukee Bucks in a 119-98 NBA victory at Philadelphia on Sunday.

After taking off Kylian Mbappe as Paris Saint-Germain struggled to a home draw with Rennes on Sunday, coach Luis Enrique said the soon-to-leave superstar will play "when I want him".

Authorities loyal to the army in war-ravaged Sudan have blocked cross-border aid to the western Darfur region, a move decried by aid workers and the United States.

Miami Heat scoring leader Jimmy Butler was among five players suspended by the NBA on Sunday for their roles in an on-court brawl between the Heat and New Orleans Pelicans.

Thousands of Brazilians poured into the streets of Sao Paulo on Sunday after ex-president Jair Bolsonaro called for a show of support as he faces accusations he plotted a coup to stay in power.

Lautaro Martinez scored his 100th Serie A goal on Sunday as he netted twice in Inter Milan's 4-0 thumping of Lecce which kept their league lead over Juventus at nine points.

Jurgen Klopp admitted injury-hit Liverpool's 1-0 win against Chelsea in the League Cup final was "absolutely insane" as his side triumphed at Wembley despite finishing the match with a host of raw youngsters.

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, whose country has played the key mediation role in the Gaza war, visits Paris this week for talks with President Emmanuel Macron, the French presidency said Sunday.

West Africa's regional bloc ECOWAS said Sunday it was easing sanctions imposed on Guinea and Mali, a day after announcing a similar decision for Niger, another country under military rule.

An Austrian far-right extremist who visited Afghanistan reportedly to prove it was a safe country was released on Sunday after nine months in detention there.

Goncalo Ramos converted a penalty with the last kick of the game to give Paris-Saint Germain a 1-1 home draw against bogey side Rennes on Sunday.

Is it political strategy, donor pressure or perhaps hubris? Nikki Haley is vowing "the fight goes on" against Donald Trump, positioning herself as a viable option in case the scandal-plagued Republican frontrunner's campaign implodes.

Two goals in three minutes from Maximilian Beier took Hoffenheim to a 3-2 win at Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga on Sunday, the hosts' first loss this year.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, who has held power since 1994, said on Sunday he intended to seek re-election next year, which could extend his rule to 36 years.

An Austrian far-right extremist who visited Afghanistan reportedly to prove it was a safe country was released on Sunday after nine months in detention there.

Paramount biopic "Bob Marley: One Love" led the North American box office for a second straight weekend, taking in an estimated $13.5 million, as "Love" prevailed over films about demons and angels.

France head coach Fabien Galthie said on Sunday his side were not in crisis after a dramatic 13-13 draw at home to Italy in the Six Nations.

Virgil van Dijk paid tribute to Liverpool's "incredible" young guns as the Dutch defender's late goal grabbed a 1-0 win against Chelsea in the League Cup final on Sunday.

Liverpool won the League Cup in dramatic fashion as Virgil van Dijk's header late in extra-time sealed a 1-0 win against Chelsea at Wembley on Sunday.

Paolo Garbisi said he apologised to his teammates after hitting the post with a dramatic last-gasp penalty as Italy drew 13-13 against France in the Six Nations on Sunday, adding more pressure on hosts' head coach Fabien Galthie and his side.

Israel's prime minister said Sunday a potential ceasefire in its war against Hamas militants would only delay a ground invasion of Gaza's southern city Rafah that has sheltered more than half of the conflict-battered territory's population.

Paolo Garbisi failed with a last-gasp penalty as Italy drew 13-13 against France in the Six Nations on Sunday, adding more pressure on hosts' head coach Fabien Galthie and his side.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday his country's victory "depends" on support from the West and expressed hope the United States would approve a critical package of military aid.

Milan Fashion Week's catwalk shows wrapped up Sunday, providing an early glimpse into women's looks for Fall/Winter 2024-2025. Here are a few of the top trends.

Honduras striker Alberth Elis remained in an induced coma on Sunday after a serious head injury with his French club Bordeaux saying it was "impossible" to comment on his vital signs.

Israel on Sunday warned that it may withdraw from this year's Eurovision Song Contest if organisers reject the lyrics from its entry as too political.

Daniele Rugani saved Juventus with a last-gasp strike in Sunday's 3-2 home win over Frosinone which ended a worrying winless streak, while another added-time strike gave Cagliari a 1-1 draw with Napoli.