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US car market expected to moderate in 2026
US car market expected to moderate in 2026

Auto industry experts expect US car sales to moderate in 2026 after last year's churn of trade announcements and environmental policy changes spurred increased sales.

January 07, 2026

Swiatek, Gauff ease to United Cup victories
Swiatek, Gauff ease to United Cup victories

World number two Iga Swiatek was a comfortable winner as Poland reached the United Cup quarter-finals while Coco Gauff also eased to victory for defending champions the United States on Wednesday.

January 07, 2026

Strasbourg face pitfalls of multi-club system as Chelsea take Rosenior
Strasbourg face pitfalls of multi-club system as Chelsea take Rosenior

The departure of Strasbourg coach Liam Rosenior to take over as Chelsea manager has exposed the harsh realities of multi-club ownership, which is gaining ground across the world but causing discord between supporters and teams.

January 07, 2026

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Nostalgia and new fans as Tamagotchi turns 30
Nostalgia and new fans as Tamagotchi turns 30

Japan's Tamagotchi toys were a 1990s playground craze and the virtual pets that demand food and attention are still a hit among retro-loving Gen Z and nostalgic parents.

January 07, 2026

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'Simple' goodbye to Bardot lined up in Saint-Tropez
'Simple' goodbye to Bardot lined up in Saint-Tropez

French screen icon Brigitte Bardot will be buried in her hometown of Saint-Tropez on Wednesday, with the low-key funeral set to reflect her lifelong love of animals as well as her far-right political views.

January 07, 2026