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Mike Maignan, the victim of racist abuse in AC Milan's last match, is "serene and strong" ahead of his next Serie A game, coach Stefano Pioli said on Friday.

Lando Norris signed a "multi-year" contract extension with McLaren on Friday to end speculation over his Formula One future.

Three lions kept in captivity in Ukraine arrived at a wildlife park in France on Friday after their rescue from the war-ravaged country.

Britain's King Charles III was said to be "doing well" after undergoing scheduled prostate surgery on Friday, at the same private clinic where his daughter-in-law is recovering from an operation.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp plans to take a break from football for a year once his time in charge at Anfield finishes at the end of the season.

The reactions to the top UN court's ruling Friday in the Israel-Gaza case were split along the lines of the war raging in the Palestinian territory.

Everton manager Sean Dyche underlined his confidence in Dominic Calvert-Lewin by insisting Friday an end to the striker's goal drought was "coming his way".

South Africa on Friday hailed a ruling by the United Nations' top court that Israel should do everything it can to prevent any acts of genocide in Gaza, with President Cyril Ramaphosa saying he hoped it would lead to a ceasefire.

Hailed by exasperated motorists or condemned as a vigilante who risks lives, a saboteur known as "Fleximan" has been destroying speed cameras across northern Italy, sparking a national debate.

Education campaigners demanded government action Friday after new figures revealed the number of children in England being homeschooled jumped more than 13 percent in one term last year.

Jurgen Klopp's shock decision to step down at the end of the season leaves Liverpool looking for a new manager for the first time in nearly a decade.

The United States, which ships more liquefied natural gas (LNG) than any other country, is hitting pause on new export facilities, the Biden administration announced Friday in a step hailed as vital to tackling the climate crisis.

Jurgen Klopp, who announced on Friday he would leave Liverpool at the end of the season, joined the club in 2015.

Erik ten Hag said Friday financial fair play (FFP) regulations will prevent Manchester United signing a new striker during the January transfer window to plug the gap left by Anthony Martial's extended absence.

France's top farmers' union on Friday began blockading major routes into Paris, upping the pressure on the government to respond to their demands on pay, tax and regulations.

Europe's main stock markets shot higher Friday, with Paris leading the way as shares in LVMH surged on record annual profits at the French luxury group.

Britain's King Charles III went into hospital on Friday for scheduled prostate surgery, undergoing treatment at the same private clinic where his daughter-in-law is recovering from an operation.

England fly-half Owen Farrell, who will join Racing 92 on a two-year deal from next season, is a "good fit" for the Top 14 club's attacking style of rugby, his future coach Stuart Lancaster said Friday.

Zimbabwe's main opposition leader Nelson Chamisa told AFP on Friday he will stay in politics and look to form a new political group, a day after he quit his own party denouncing government infiltration.

Nearing the end of their life, they sit quietly for long periods of time, barely noticeable, before suddenly puffing out a cloud of smoke.

Daniil Medvedev admitted he was fortunate to battle into a third Australian Open final Friday with a gritty come-from-behind five-set defeat of Alexander Zverev, who revealed he was not well.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe said Friday that Premier League financial rules could force the club into selling star midfielder Joelinton at the end of the season.

Kenya's government vowed Friday to challenge a court ruling against its decision to send a police contingent to Haiti to lead a UN-backed law and order mission in the gang-plagued Caribbean nation.

South Africa on Friday hailed a ruling by the United Nations' top court that Israel should do everything it can to prevent any acts of genocide in Gaza.

The UN's top court on Friday said Israel must do all it can to prevent genocide in its war with Hamas and allow aid into Gaza, as alarm has grown over Palestinians trapped by the conflict.

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso on Friday dismissed speculation he could replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool.

Atletico Madrid will face Athletic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey semi-finals after they were paired in Friday's draw.

England spinner Jack Leach bowled with an injured knee on day two of the opening Test against India but he will be back and "raring to go," assistant coach Jeetan Patel said Friday.

Jurgen Klopp's announcement he would step down as Liverpool manager at the end of the season was greeted with shock in his native Germany on Friday, leading to speculation he could be set for a move to the national side.

Kyiv said Friday the bodies of 77 soldiers had been returned to Ukraine, days after the downing of a Russian military plane threw doubt on the future of such exchanges.

Daniil Medvedev battled into a third Australian Open final Friday with a come-from-behind five-set defeat of Alexander Zverev to set up a title match against Jannik Sinner.

The UN top court on Friday said Israel must prevent genocidal acts in Gaza and facilitate "urgently needed" humanitarian aid into the besieged territory, handing down rulings in a case that has drawn global attention.