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Lens beat Nice to win French Cup for first time
Lens won the French Cup for the first time in their history with a 3-1 victory over Nice in the final at the Stade de France on Friday.
Economy
Mexico, EU lower tariffs in bid to grow non-US trade
The European Union and Mexico on Friday signed a deal reducing tariffs on each other's goods as both seek to lessen their dependence on trade with the United States.
Sports
Vunipola guides Montpellier past Ulster to Challenge Cup triumph
Former England No 8 Billy Vunipola was instrumental as Montpellier trounced Ulster 59-26 on Friday in Bilbao, Spain, to win the Challenge Cup for a third time.
Politics
Fresh confrontation between police, protesters in Bolivia
Bolivian riot police clashed with another wave of protests in La Paz on Friday, as thousands joined a demonstration calling for new center-right President Rodrigo Paz to step down.
Trump's intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard resigns
US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation on Friday, ending the tenure of a controversial pick who appeared to be at odds with President Donald Trump over the Iran war.
Economy
Kevin Warsh: New Fed chair who vows not to be Trump's puppet
Kevin Warsh, the new chair of the US Federal Reserve, returns to the central bank with an ambitious reform agenda and the looming threat of intimidation by the man who nominated him: US President Donald Trump.
Economy
US Fed chair says will be 'reform-oriented' at glitzy White House swearing-in
New US Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh vowed to be "reform-oriented" as he was sworn in at the White House on Friday, with President Donald Trump insisting the central bank chief would be "totally independent."
Politics
French Gaza activists arrive home after Israel expulsion
Several French pro-Palestinian activists on Friday described what they said was a violent and humiliating ordeal after they were detained by Israeli forces on a Gaza-bound flotilla.
Sports
Ace, eagle lift Im to early CJ Cup Byron Nelson lead
Im Sung-jae conjured a hole-in-one and a closing eagle to cap a 10-under par 61 on Friday to share the early clubhouse lead over a red-hot Jordan Spieth at the PGA Tour CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
Economy
From agave syrup to raw materials: EU, Mexico agree trade expansion
The EU and Mexico agreed to expand their trade ties Friday against the backdrop of a more protectionist United States under President Donald Trump.
Sports
Antonelli romps opening practice ahead of Russell
Championship leading Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli set the pace on Friday ahead of Mercedes team-mate George Russell in an incident-hit extended opening practice at the Canadian Grand Prix.
Politics
Who killed Trump's AI order? Musk says it wasn't him
Speculation swirled Friday over the last-minute collapse of President Donald Trump's planned executive order on powerful AI models, with fingers pointing at the president's allies in Silicon Valley who oppose government oversight of the technology.
Politics
Pakistan military chief arrives in Tehran in push to end Iran war
Pakistan's powerful army chief arrived in Tehran on Friday, with Islamabad mediating as the Islamic republic examines a new US proposal to end the Middle East war.
Sports
Klaasen helps Hyderabad past Bangalore
A powerhouse batting display, headlined by three frenetic half-centuries, set up Sunrisers Hyderabad’s comprehensive 55-run victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Friday, though it wasn’t enough to secure them a top-two finish as both teams completed their league engagements on 18 points apiece.
Politics
US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard resigns
US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation on Friday, ending the tenure of a long-term contrarian who appeared to be at odds with President Donald Trump over the Iran war.
Sports
Gauff at ease in Paris as she prepares to defend French Open title
Coco Gauff is keen to sidestep any pressure that might come with starting Roland Garros as the defending women's champion as she returns to the site of her most consistent Grand Slam success.
Sports
Pep 'made me believe I could be a coach', says Kompany
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said former mentor Pep Guardiola, who announced on Friday he is leaving Manchester City, gave him the belief to become a manager.
Health
Ebola risk now at highest level in DR Congo, says WHO
The risk from the deadly Ebola outbreak has been raised to the highest level for the Democratic Republic of Congo, the World Health Organization said Friday, as the toll continued to rise.
Sports
Rising Spain star Jodar wants to 'follow own path' at Roland Garros
Rafael Jodar may share the same first name and nationality as Roland Garros' greatest ever champion but the Spanish teenager told reporters Friday that he wants to do things his way as he prepares to make his Grand Slam debut on clay.
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Wawrinka considering return for famous French Open shorts
Stan Wawrinka says he is considering giving the famous pair of shorts he wore en route to the 2015 French Open title a final wear at his farewell Roland Garros, but he will have to ask to borrow them back from the tournament's on-site museum.
Sports
Success fuels Guardiola's campaign for a 'better society'
Pep Guardiola is more than a football manager, using his high-profile platform to highlight causes close to his heart.
Ukraine hits college in Russian-occupied town, killing 6: Moscow
Ukrainian drones struck a college dormitory in the Russian-occupied region of Lugansk early Friday, killing six people and wounding dozens of others, Russian officials said but Kyiv denied targeting civilians.
Politics
EU seeks to rebalance trade relationship with China
The EU must rebalance its trade relationship with China, the bloc's industry chief said Friday, as Brussels renews its focus on commerce ties with Beijing.
Technology
SpaceX to retry Starship test launch Friday
Elon Musk's SpaceX will attempt another launch of its mammoth Starship rocket Friday, after the previous evening's try was called off over technical issues.
Sports
Spurs must play with 'blood, character, and spirit': De Zerbi
Roberto De Zerbi has urged his Tottenham team to play with "blood, character and spirit" as they battle to avoid a first relegation in 49 years on Sunday.
Economy
Stocks gain, oil higher as investors weigh Mideast peace prospects
Stocks pushed higher Friday while oil prices rose as traders tracked headlines on the chances for peace in the Middle East, against a backdrop of corporate earnings optimism and AI enthusiasm that have pushed indexes to record highs.
Politics
Carney says Alberta 'essential' to Canada as separatist push advances
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Friday that Alberta was "essential" to the country's future, hours after the province's leader moved the oil-rich region closer toward a referendum on independence.
Sports
Barcelona's Putellas dismisses talk of future before Champions League final
Barcelona star Alexia Putellas on Friday refused to answer questions about her future beyond this season as the former Ballon d'Or winner prepares to lead the Catalans into the Women's Champions League final against Lyon.
Politics
Mexico, EU to lower tariffs in bid to grow non-US trade
The European Union and Mexico will on Friday sign a deal reducing tariffs on each other's goods as both seek to lessen their dependence on trade with the United States.
Sports
Carrick appointed as Man Utd permanent coach
Michael Carrick said he wanted to make Manchester United challengers for major trophies again after the club confirmed him as their new permanent head coach on a two-year contract on Friday.
Sports
Italy's Bettiol claims Giro 13th stage, Eulalio holds lead
Alberto Bettiol won the 13th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Friday while Afonso Eulalio retained the overall lead as the contenders kept their powder dry ahead of a big weekend for the general classification.
Sports
Sabalenka poised to 'go for it' at Roland Garros
Aryna Sabalenka said Friday she is ready, in body and mind, to conquer clay and take a first Roland Garros title.