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Anthony Joshua knocks out Jake Paul in 6th round to win heavyweight fight
The two-time heavyweight champion displayed why he is one of the sport’s elite punchers when he dropped the fading Paul twice in the fifth round.

Mancini, sibling rivalry and wanting to excite fans - the Yaya Toure story
Yaya Toure reflects on a glittering career at clubs such as Barcelona and Manchester City as well as with his country, Ivory Coast.

Kebabs, biryani and much more: Indian city on Unesco culinary list
Lucknow recently joined a select list of global cities recognised for their fine food.

Blank canvas or tone-deaf? Pantone's white Colour of the Year sparks backlash
Some critics have labelled the decision as "Pantonedeaf" and designers are divided in opinion.

I've worked just as hard as the other Strictly finalists, says Amber Davies
Saturday night is also the last time Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will present a Strictly final.

Australia was seen as a world leader in gun control - Bondi has exposed a more complicated reality
It introduced stricter gun laws after the 1996 Port Arthur massacre, but some say they now need to be tightened further.

Joshua stops Paul in six rounds in Miami mismatch
British heavyweight Anthony Joshua needs six rounds to stop boxing novice Jake Paul, who spends much of the contest in survival mode.

What's really going on with flu this winter?
We've been told we're facing an unprecedented superflu. Is it?

Christmas Day weather looking like mixed bag
The early forecast is taking shape, but MetService says conditions may change.

Eli Katoa is on the road to recovery. But for now, how do Melbourne replace him?
The Storm are banking on two players released by rival clubs to replace heavyweight forwards Eliesa Katoa and Nelson Asofa-Solomona.

Joshua stops Jake Paul
Anthony Joshua secures a sixth-round knockout against Jake Paul in their heavyweight clash.

Men charged after allegedly stealing courier van full of Christmas presents
Christchurch police claim to have “prevented Christmas chaos” after recovering an allegedly stolen courier van full of presents.

'Absolutely sensational' Labuschagne catch removes Pope
Marnus Labuschagne reacts sharply to take a brilliant diving catch at second slip to dismiss Ollie Pope for 17, as England fall to 31-2 on day four of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide.

Masked gunmen and poisoned gravy - how my wife plotted to kill me
Michelle Mills conspired with Geraint Berry to murder her husband, Christopher Mills.

The Papers: 'Epstein files and photos released' and 'Walliams is axed'
The release of the Epstein files and HarperCollins UK's axing of author David Walliams leads Saturday's front pages.

Are these AI prompts damaging your thinking skills?
Generative AI tools have become hugely popular but some experts worry about the effect they have on the brain.

From beating the traffic to opening hours: How to navigate the Christmas break
Practical advice to help you get organised and cope this festive period.

Rosenberg: Was Putin's response to my question about war in Europe an olive branch?
Russia's leader told our Russia editor that claims an attack on Europe was planned were "rubbish".

Who and what is in the Epstein files?
High-profile figures, including Bill Clinton and Michael Jackson, can be seen in the long-awaited files.

Aussie star defends world titles
Cherneka Johnson gets the nod from all three judges in a bloody 10-round world title fight against Amanda Galle.

Silva knocks out fellow UFC great
Anderson Silva launches a series of damaging shots to knock out fellow UFC great Tyron Woodley.

Guseli claims World Cup bronze in halfpipe return
Twelve months after a career-threatening injury, Valentino Guseli has made a triumphant return to the world stage, clinching bronze at Copper Mountain.