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  Oct 23, 2021

  Premier League: Manchester United need time to hit their stride, says Cristiano Ronaldo

  "I will close mouths and win things. Criticism is always part of the business," Ronaldo said about the relentless scrutiny he is under at Manchester United.
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  Oct 23, 2021

  Who let the dogs out? Mystery disappearance grips Spain volcano isle

  Four hungry dogs were trapped by an erupting volcano that gripped Spain for days as daring plans were made to rescue them
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  Oct 23, 2021

  ‘Putting profits before stopping problematic content’: New whistleblower accuses Facebook of wrongdoing

  The complaint states that the social media giant's managers routinely undermined efforts to combat misinformation and other problematic content for fear of angering then US president Donald Trump or for turning off the users who are key to profits
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  Oct 23, 2021

  Ligue 1: Saint-Etienne salvage precious point after angry fans delay kick off

  Home supporters unfurled banners, let off a barrage of rockets and smoke bombs and ran onto the field, damaging the goals.
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  Oct 23, 2021

  NBA: Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver shocked by 'false' racism, sexism allegations

  In a lengthy, strongly-worded statement, Sarver said claims he believed would be made in a forthcoming ESPN story were based on "lies, innuendo, and a false narrative" designed to "attack our organisation."
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  Oct 23, 2021

  World No 1 Ashleigh Barty pulls out of WTA Finals, ends season

  Barty's focus is now on the Australian Open at Melbourne Park, which will resume its traditional January time slot in 2022 after a pandemic-enforced delay this year.
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  Oct 23, 2021

  Formula 1: Max Verstappen blasts 'stupid idiot' Lewis Hamilton in US GP practice

  Verstappen complained on team radio that Hamilton was a "stupid idiot" and never seemed to recover his poise, ending the session eighth fastest.
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  Oct 23, 2021

  Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra says he was sexually abused as a teenager

  Evra said he had decided to make a public revelation in order to help children who may be in a similar situation.
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  Oct 23, 2021

  Premier League: Thomas Partey ends goal drought as Arsenal beat Aston Villa

  Partey's first half header broke the Ghana midfielder's goal drought in his 40th appearance in all competitions since his move from Atletico Madrid 12 months ago.
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  Oct 23, 2021

  FIFA World Cup 2022: Al-Thumama Stadium opens, hosts Emir Cup

  In addition to Al-Thumama, Qatar has so far inaugurated new-build Ahmad Bin Ali, Al-Janoub and Education City stadiums alongside the refurbished Khalifa ground.
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