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Perfect in Paris, Nadal overwhelms Djokovic to tie Federer

Perfect in Paris, Nadal overwhelms Djokovic to tie Federer

PARIS — All the years of work, all the many wins, led to this moment, with Rafael Nadal preparing to serve against Novak Djokovic, one point from a 13th French Open championship, one point from a 20th Grand Slam trophy to tie Roger Federer's record f
Azerbaijan, Armenia report shelling of cities despite truce

Azerbaijan, Armenia report shelling of cities despite truce

BAKU, Azerbaijan — Azerbaijan on Sunday accused Armenia of attacking its cities and villages in violation of the cease-fire deal brokered by Russia that seeks to end the worst outbreak of hostilities in the separatist Nagorno-Karabakh region.
India cases cross 7 million as experts warn of complacency

India cases cross 7 million as experts warn of complacency

NEW DELHI — India’s confirmed coronavirus toll crossed 7 million on Sunday with a number of new cases dipping in recent weeks, even as health experts warn of mask and distancing fatigue setting in.
Bus-train collision in central Thailand leaves 17 dead

Bus-train collision in central Thailand leaves 17 dead

BANGKOK — At least 17 people died early Sunday when a train collided with a bus in central Thailand, officials said.
Delta adds insult to injury in hurricane-ravaged Louisiana

Delta adds insult to injury in hurricane-ravaged Louisiana

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Judge orders ex-Colombian president freed from house arrest

Judge orders ex-Colombian president freed from house arrest

BOGOTA — Powerful ex-Colombia President Álvaro Uribe was ordered freed from house arrest Saturday while he is investigated for possible witness tampering, the latest chapter in a case that has revealed lingering tensions over the country's peace proc
Just 19, ranked 54th, Swiatek wins French Open for 1st Slam

Just 19, ranked 54th, Swiatek wins French Open for 1st Slam

PARIS — Minutes after suddenly becoming a Grand Slam champion at age 19, while ranked just 54th, Iga Swiatek held a microphone during the French Open trophy presentation and was hesitant for pretty much the only time over the past two weeks.
Armenia, Azerbaijan say Nagorno-Karabakh truce violated

Armenia, Azerbaijan say Nagorno-Karabakh truce violated

MOSCOW — Armenia and Azerbaijan agreed to a Russia-brokered cease-fire in Nagorno-Karabakh starting Saturday, but immediately accused each other of derailing the deal intended to end the worst outbreak of hostilities in the separatist region in more
Meeting the moment: Queen Elizabeth honours pandemic's heroes

Meeting the moment: Queen Elizabeth honours pandemic's heroes

LONDON — Queen Elizabeth II has used her delayed birthday honours list to celebrate the selfless work of people — some more famous than others — in the battle against the coronavirus pandemic.
Heat force Game 6, top Lakers to stave off elimination

Heat force Game 6, top Lakers to stave off elimination

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Jimmy Butler was slumped over a video board behind the baseline in the final seconds, exhausted, gasping for air. He gave it all. The Miami Heat needed nothing less.