Japan set to launch world-first mission to collect samples from Martian moon Phobos
The MMX spacecraft will take five years to return samples that could explain the origins of Mars's moons and aid future crewed exploration.
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Kate Faulkner’s work takes centre stage in Cambridge exhibition on William Morris
The Fitzwilliam Museum will display Faulkner’s designs and a large altarpiece, while a curator’s new research identifies her contribution to an embroidery made for Morris’s Red...
Australia choose to bowl against South Africa as both sides change second-Test lineups
Pat Cummins put South Africa in at Gqeberha after winning the toss, with Kagiso Rabada returning and Scott Boland replacing Nathan Lyon.
Rajnath Singh to represent India at SCO heads of government meet in Tajikistan
The October meeting in Dushanbe will focus on trade, connectivity and investment as India pushes for lower trade costs and stronger supply chains.
Bruins beat Kings 4-1 after Sturm’s changes help overcome another slow start
Boston scored four unanswered goals in Los Angeles for its fifth straight win, but coach Marco Sturm said the Bruins still need to start games better on the road.
Hardik Pandya to Rajasthan Royals? Ashwin says CSK move a long shot
Former India spinner R Ashwin says Rajasthan Royals lead the race for Hardik Pandya in a trade, while a Chennai Super Kings move is a real long shot. Neither franchise has...
Louvre advances security work as repair costs loom a year after jewel theft
The Paris museum has appointed a security coordinator and pledged annual investment, while its director warns that aging infrastructure needs wider repairs.
Big 12 says Notre Dame should have had one more play in loss to BYU
The conference admitted an officiating error after replay showed time remained when the ball hit the ground on the final incomplete pass.
Dylan Raiola’s late touchdown pass gives Oregon 17-14 win over Nebraska
Raiola entered with Oregon trailing in the fourth quarter and found Jamari Johnson for the winning score with 28 seconds left against his former team.
Emiliano Martinez expects Chelsea return in a few weeks after operation
The Chelsea goalkeeper said his operation went well after a collision at Everton forced him off on a stretcher. His return estimate is approximate.
Venezuela expects US$76 billion oil investment over five years, acting president says
Delcy Rodríguez announced the figure at an energy conference in Maracaibo, citing a historic US deal covering 17 fields and plans for 250 rigs.
Israel’s October election puts strained ties with Europe in focus
Relations have frayed over the war in Gaza, but analysts say any improvement after the October 27 vote would depend on concrete policy changes.
DiLeva’s 53-yard field goal gives San Diego State 26-23 win over Fresno State
Cooper DiLeva made a career-long kick with 57 seconds left in San Diego, securing the Old Oil Can rivalry trophy for the Aztecs.
Arbeloa calls pressure a privilege after Fulham's first Premier League win
Alex Iwobi's strike against Hull City ended a six-game winless run and eased the heat on the Fulham head coach, who had reportedly been given two games to save his job.
Lakers waive Rafael Castro and Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones before roster deadline
Los Angeles cut two preseason additions on October 17 but still faced a decision on its standard-contract roster before opening the regular season against Golden State.
Utah holds off Colorado 27-24 as Devon Dampier throws three touchdown passes
The No. 11 Utes survived a late Colorado rally in Boulder to move to 6-0, their first such start since 2015.
New Zealand beat Fiji 18-12 after trailing in Women's Rugby League World Cup opener
The Kiwi Ferns recovered from a 12-10 half-time deficit against World Cup debutants Fiji, with Leianne Tufuga scoring the decisive late try in Newcastle.
Miami tops List Wire’s projected AP top 10 after five top-eight teams lose
List Wire puts unbeaten Miami first in its post-upset forecast and drops Texas and Alabama from the projected top 10. Saturday’s results were unprecedented in the AP poll era...