'All options' weighed in tackling France riots
France's leadership said all options were open on Friday, including a state of emergency, to clamp down on three nights of violent and fiery protests over a policeman's killing of a teen.
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Recalled paceman Mitchell Starc led Australia's charge as England collapsed to 325 all out in the second Ashes Test at Lord's on Friday.
Read moreEuropean stocks rally on inflation drop
European stock markets closed out the first half of the year with solid gains Friday after eurozone inflation slowed slightly more than expected.
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Celtic confirmed the signing of Australian international forward Marco Tilio from Melbourne City on Friday.
Read moreState of emergency mulled by French govt over protest violence
French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne said Friday that the government was considering "all options" to restore order, including declaring a state of emergency, after a third night of rioting over a police officer's killing of a youth.
Read moreFalling energy prices push eurozone inflation down
Eurozone inflation eased further in June as energy costs slid but those of food and drinks remained elevated as underlying price pressures persist, official data showed Friday.
Read moreStaff strike scraps flights at Geneva airport
A strike paralysed flights at Geneva airport for several hours on Friday, causing huge lines at the start of the busy summer travel season.
Read moreAustralia's Lyon on crutches with Ashes future in doubt
Nathan Lyon's future on the Ashes tour is uncertain after he arrived at Lord's on Friday on crutches, as the Australian camp reported the bowler had suffered a "significant calf strain".
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