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AI unearths football talent beyond scouts' radar

AI unearths football talent beyond scouts' radar

Tech companies promising to “democratise” football are launching apps that allow young players to upload videos recorded on their phone of them showcasing their ball skills. Published 02 Jun, 2026 11:40am
Hamas to hold talks with Gaza mediators in Egypt

Hamas to hold talks with Gaza mediators in Egypt

“Egypt has invited Hamas and other factions to participate in talks with mediators on Wednesday … which will also include Qatari and Turkish officials,” a Hamas official says. Published 02 Jun, 2026 07:11am

Wise under probe

BRUSSELS: Belgian prosecutors said on Monday that they were in the advanced stages of an investigation into the... Published 02 Jun, 2026 07:11am

EPL record-breaker Milner retires

LONDON: Former England midfielder James Milner has announced his retirement from football at the age of 40 after a... Published 02 Jun, 2026 07:10am
India takes down giant Messi statue

India takes down giant Messi statue

Hydraulic cranes and ropes used to dismantle the 21-metre (70-foot) sculpture in Kolkata as it was "swaying in the wind". Updated 02 Jun, 2026 11:41am