The Dallas Mavericks are one win away from the playoffs, after beating the Memphis Grizzlies 103-93. Dirk Nowitzki scored 21 points, but it wasn’t all good news for the Mavericks, as J.J. Barea went off injured. Elsewhere, the San Antonio Spurs went down 102-98 at the Denver Nuggets, the Orlando Magic beat the Miami Heat 112-109, and the LA Lakers lost to the New Orleans Pelicans 110-102.
Top contender Sabalenka faces fresh scrutiny at Wimbledon as mental scars linger
Aryna Sabalenka will carry the aftershocks of yet another Grand Slam meltdown into Wimbledon as the world number one comes under heightened scrutiny to show her nerve holds when the pressure spikes on the sport's biggest stage.
Munoz strike sends Colombia into World Cup Round of 32
Daniel Munoz has fired Colombia into the World Cup Round of 32 on Tuesday, sealing a 1-0 win over DR Congo in Group K after goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi had threatened to turn the match into a night of frustration.
Qatar's sports minister, Madibo visit Canada's injured Kone
Qatar's sports minister, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani, and national team player Assim Madibo have visited Canada midfielder Ismael Kone to check on his health after he was injured during their World Cup game, the Qatar Football Association said on Wednesday.
Budimir gives Croatia win to eliminate Panama in Group L
Ante Budimir has guided Croatia to a 1-0 win over a stubborn Panama side in their World Cup Group L clash on Tuesday, giving the Balkan side a crucial three points and eliminating the Central Americans on a night where the stakes were high for both sides.
England fail to break down Ghana in goalless draw
England has failed to find a way through a resolute Ghana side and had to settle for a 0-0 draw in their second World Cup Group L match on Tuesday.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who visited the UAE as part of a wider Middle East tour.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has launched the Dubai-it Award to honour "individuals, projects, companies and institutions that... transform bold ideas into exceptional achievements".
Paid public parking hours across Sharjah will be extended until midnight from July 1, 2026.
