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‘Flash’ Strikes Again: Renan Noblefranca Stops Jhan Villegas in Explosive CFC Main Event

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Renan “Flash” Noblefranca reminded Cebu's fight community why he remains one of the Philippines' most dangerous strikers after stopping 2024 Muay Thai national gold medalist Jhan Villegas in the third round of the Cebu Fighting Championship's “Return of the Warriors” event on Saturday, Sept. 5. Noblefranca ended the kickboxing main event at the 2:03 mark of the third round, connecting with a straight back kick to Villegas' midsection that left the younger fighter in vis

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Asia

Alex Eala Falls Short in US Open Thriller After Pushing Iva Jovic to the Limit

NEW YORK — Alex Eala's 2026 US Open campaign came to a heartbreaking end—but not before the Filipino tennis star delivered another performance that showed just how far she has risen on the Grand Slam stage. Eala was edged by close friend and world No. 14 Iva Jovic, 7-5, 3-6, 7-5, in a dramatic third-round battle at Arthur Ashe Stadium that lasted roughly three hours. The defeat ended Eala's bid to reach the US Open round of 16, but the manner of the loss underscored the progress she has made a

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Sport

Infantino Defies Growing Backlash, Will Seek Fourth Term as FIFA President

MANCHESTER, England — Gianni Infantino will seek another term as president of FIFA despite mounting criticism over his controversial plan to bring private investment into the World Cup and growing calls from influential football bodies for a change in leadership. FIFA confirmed on Sunday, Sept. 6, that Infantino intends to run in the organization’s 2027 presidential election. If successful, the 56-year-old Swiss-Italian football administrator would begin a fourth and final term that would run t

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Sport

Olympiad-Bound Janelle Mae Frayna Dominates Isabela Chess Tournament With Unbeaten Run

MANILA — Janelle Mae Frayna is heading to the World Chess Olympiad with momentum after completely dominating the Philippine National Women’s Invitational Chess Championship in Alicia, Isabela. The Philippines' first and only Woman Grandmaster finished the 13-round tournament unbeaten, collecting 11.5 points from 13 games to win the title by a commanding 2.5-point margin. Frayna capped her run Sunday by drawing Woman FIDE Master Franchesca Largo after 31 moves of an English Opening. Despite end

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Entertainment

Italy Pushes USA to the Brink as China Survives Czech Republic in FIBA Women’s World Cup Thriller

BERLIN — The United States survived its toughest test of the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 so far, while China needed overtime to escape a determined Czech Republic side in a dramatic day of action in Berlin. The defending champions narrowly defeated Italy 55-52 on Sunday, September 6, while China rallied past Czechia 74-70 in overtime. The results kept both the United States and China in strong positions heading into the final day of group play, but Italy and Czechia showed that the

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Entertainment

Kimi Antonelli Stuns Monza With Incredible 19th-to-First Comeback, Extends F1 Championship Lead

MONZA, Italy — Kimi Antonelli produced one of the most remarkable comeback drives of the 2026 Formula 1 season on Sunday, charging from 19th on the grid to victory at the Italian Grand Prix and turning his home race into a defining moment in his championship campaign. The 20-year-old Mercedes driver overcame an engine-related grid penalty, fought through the field at extraordinary speed and eventually hunted down teammate and title rival George Russell to claim the victory with just three laps

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Asia

Savi Davison Refuses to Back Down as PLDT and Creamline Clash Again—But This Time, a PVL Bronze Medal Is on the Line

MANILA, Philippines — Savi Davison and the PLDT High Speed Hitters are not finished yet. After eliminating Creamline’s hopes of reaching the 2026 PVL Invitational Conference Finals in a dramatic five-set showdown, PLDT will face the Cool Smashers once again—this time with the bronze medal at stake. The rematch is scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, at 4 p.m. at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, according to the official Premier Volleyball League schedule. The stakes changed quickly after PLDT stunn

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Asia

Manchester United Were Seconds From Victory — Then Maitland-Niles Produced a Stunning Everton Debut Moment

LIVERPOOL, England — Manchester United were seconds away from celebrating a crucial Premier League victory — until Ainsley Maitland-Niles produced a sensational strike that sent Everton fans into celebration and rescued a dramatic 2-2 draw. Maitland-Niles, making his Everton debut after joining from Lyon, struck a stunning long-range equaliser in stoppage time as the Toffees twice came from behind against Manchester United at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday, September 6. The dramatic fini

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Asia

Kimi Antonelli Starts 19th, Then Pulls Off a Monza Miracle That Leaves F1 Rivals Stunned

MONZA, Italy — Kimi Antonelli produced one of the most remarkable comeback drives of the 2026 Formula 1 season, charging from 19th on the starting grid to victory at the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday and turning his home race into a historic celebration. The Mercedes driver overtook teammate and championship rival George Russell in the closing stages to secure the win at Monza, finishing 3.857 seconds ahead of Russell, with Red Bull's Max Verstappen completing the podium. The victory was Antone

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Asia

Gianni Infantino Seeks Another FIFA Term Despite Growing Revolt — But Who Will Challenge Him?

FIFA has confirmed that its president, Gianni Infantino, remains committed to seeking another term in office when world football's governing body holds its presidential election in March 2027. The confirmation comes at a turbulent time for Infantino, who has faced growing criticism and calls to step down following the collapse of a controversial proposal involving a stake in the commercial rights to FIFA competitions, including the World Cup. A FIFA spokesperson said there had been no change t

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