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M23 marches on in east DR Congo as US vows action against Rwanda

M23 marches on in east DR Congo as US vows action against Rwanda

The M23 pressed onwards in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday, even as Washington vowed action over its Rwandan backers' violation of a US-brokered peace deal.

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Raphinha double stretches Barca's Liga lead in Osasuna win

Raphinha double stretches Barca's Liga lead in Osasuna win

Raphinha hit a brace to claim Barcelona a narrow 2-0 win over Osasuna on Saturday and take them seven points clear at the top of La Liga.

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Terrific Terrier returns Leverkusen to fourth

Terrific Terrier returns Leverkusen to fourth

A backheel goal from Martin Terrier set Bayer Leverkusen on the way to a 2-0 win over derby rivals Cologne on Saturday, returning the hosts to fourth in the Bundesliga.

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Colts activate 44-year-old Rivers for NFL game at Seattle

Colts activate 44-year-old Rivers for NFL game at Seattle

Philip Rivers, a 44-year-old quarterback who retired nearly five years ago, was signed to the main roster by the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday and could start Sunday against Seattle.

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US troops in Syria killed in IS ambush attack

US troops in Syria killed in IS ambush attack

Two American troops and a civilian interpreter were killed in central Syria on Saturday after an alleged member of the Islamic State group opened fire on a joint US-Syrian patrol, officials said.

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Liverpool's Slot says 'no issue to resolve' with Salah after outburst

Liverpool's Slot says 'no issue to resolve' with Salah after outburst

Arne Slot said there was "no issue to resolve" after bringing Mohamed Salah on as a substitute in Liverpool's 2-0 win against Brighton on Saturday -- a week after the forward's explosive comments about the club.

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'Stop the slaughter': French farmers block roads over cow disease cull

'Stop the slaughter': French farmers block roads over cow disease cull

Farmers in southwestern France blocked roads and set fire to bales of hay Saturday to protest the culling of cows due to a skin disease, as the government said one million cattle would be vaccinated.

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Stormers see off La Rochelle, Sale stun Clermont in Champions Cup

Stormers see off La Rochelle, Sale stun Clermont in Champions Cup

The Stormers ran in six tries to see off a youthful La Rochelle side 42-21 in the Champions Cup on Saturday, while South Africa captain Siya Kolisi scored as the Sharks edged three-time winners Saracens 28-23.

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Maresca hails Palmer as Chelsea return to winning ways against Everton

Maresca hails Palmer as Chelsea return to winning ways against Everton

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca insisted his side were a better team for having Cole Palmer back after the forward scored on his first Stamford Bridge start in almost four months as the Blues beat Everton 2-0 to move back into the Premier League's top four.

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Hungarian protesters demand Orban quits over abuse cases

Hungarian protesters demand Orban quits over abuse cases

A demonstration in the Hungarian capital Budapest Saturday drew tens of thousands of protesters demanding that Prime Minister Viktor Orban resign due to perceived inaction over allegations of child abuse in state-run institutions.

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