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'Oh for goodness sake, just go!' - Duchess Sophie told by Queen Elizabeth at Balmoral family dinner

She shared this hilarious anecdote involving her royal parents-in-law - including Prince Philip 'watching' her reaction – during an appearance on BBC 5 Live Sport

Woman & Home · Aug 19

Commonwealth Games 2026 Day 10: Can India cross 40 medals? Final day schedule, events and timings

India aims for more medals on the final day of the Commonwealth Games 2026. Judo and track cycling offer the last chances for podium finishes. Athletes will compete in various judo categories and track cycling events. The closing ceremony will mark the end of the Glasgow Games. India will then…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

Table tennis fans furious after double Chinese flag mishap

International Table Tennis Federation shows flag with six stars instead of five before replacing it with a version that places stars in wrong place

The Independent UK · May 19

'He represents the very worst of Britain':Jewish leaders slam Israeli government over Tommy Robinson invite

Israeli minister Amichai Chikli under fire after saying he was ‘proud to host British patriot’ Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley Lennon

Evening Standard · Oct 4, 2025

'Asiad medals in 2018 were my highest point' - Sharath Kamal

CHENNAI: Indian table tennis legend A Sharath Kamal will call time on a lengthy and illustrious career later this month. Also to go will be that iconic bandana, a permanent fixture in Indian sports over the past couple of decades.

The Times of India · Mar 6, 2025

Hosting the Olympics can help turbocharge interest in Olympic sport: Sebastian Coe

MUMBAI: While India are officially in the running to bid for the Olympics in 2036, a development that has ignited excitement among Indians, a look at the country's performances in recent editions, however, begs an uncomfortable question. In its priority list, would a nation that's yet to achieve a double-digit…

The Times of India · Nov 28, 2024

Richard Whitehead feels 2012 was missed opportunity to make sport more inclusive

Whitehead won Paralympic 200m gold in London and Rio.

The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2024

China’s Role at the G20: A Practical Approach to Global Development

The 19th G20 Leaders' Summit in Rio de Janeiro (November 18–19, 2024) unfolded against a backdrop of economic stagnation, rising inequalities, and geopolitical tensions. While leaders from the world's largest economies gathered to discuss critical issues, China's participation garnered significant attention for its emphasis on practical solutions to global challenges…

inkl · Nov 22, 2024

Paris 2024 Paralympics: Five things we learned on Day 3 - this Portal coil

Pride, patriotism and panache eclipsed a poor show in the pool for the French paralympic delegation at the Paris La Défense Arena. But there was tenderness amid the testosterone et voilà the optics were ... optimal.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 1, 2024

Paris Paralympics: 10 Australian stars to watch at the 2024 Games

Para-swimming hero Alexa Leary, vision-impaired runner Jaryd Clifford and wheelchair track legend Madison de Rozario will lead Australia’s charge

The Guardian - AU · Aug 25, 2024