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That we tend to regard the shift from the short story to the novel as a natural authorial progression perhaps speaks to a failure to recognise the shorter form as its own distinct discipline. Short stories are not novels in miniature, or parts of novels pruned to stand on their own. Without the luxury of space and looser pacing, they …

Key events Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Iran said it “successfully” struck Israel with a salvo of missiles on Monday, as Israeli rescuers reported four deaths and damage to residential buildings in multiple cities, according to the Associated Press. Israeli emergency service teams operate at the scene where Iranian ballistic missiles hit residential …

Patterson thought ‘her lie would die with them’, Rogers says Rogers says Patterson made “bald-faced lies” to her in-laws about her medical appointments. “She knew how to tell convincing lies when it came to the cancer because she had put in the research,” she says. “The prosecution says the accused put considerable thought and effort into this fake cancer claim …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Oklahoma City Thunder to the best record in the NBA. He won the scoring title. He ran away with the MVP Award. He was named the MVP of the Western Conference Finals.  But his real test came Friday, with the Oklahoma City Thunder facing a daunting 3-1 series deficit in the NBA Finals.  Superstars are made on …

Key events Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature A brilliant par scramble by Adam Scott. He chips delicately from the side of 9 to three feet, and tidies up. He’s now only one behind, because his playing partner Sam Burns sends a crisp chip to kick-in distance, but the damage has already been done. …

 All-Pro edge rusher Trey Hendrickson’s contract dilemma with the Cincinnati Bengals seems to have taken a positive turn, with both sides reportedly resuming discussions this weekend. Hendrickson, who led the NFL in sacks last season with 17.5, voiced his displeasure over his contract situation all offseason. He has one year remaining on his current deal and is owed $16 million. …

Key events Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Away we go 1/70 No contact, Russell holds his lead by 6/10. Antonelli overtakes Piastri for third. Piastri had to hesitate. Albon bounces across the grass and rejoins, and he will be asked to drop back surely. Hamilton holds fifth. Share Before we go…news from elsewhere …

Sometimes, greatness runs in the family. Several players in sports history have followed in their fathers’ footsteps to become stars of their own. In fact, some of the greatest players in major North American sports are sons of former professional athletes.  Not many father-son duos get the opportunity to play together, though — like what LeBron and Bronny James did …

Key events Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature 2 min Slovenia are a good side, who finished top of their qualification group despite losing 4-0 at home to France. They drew the return game and won the other eight. Share 1 min England kick off from left to right as we watch. It really …

Key events Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Maria 4-2 Anisimova* Anisimova likes the forehand ushered down the line and one such makes 15-0, then a cross-court pass doubles the advantage. And from there, she closes out an important love-hold, sealed with a delicate drop. Share *Maria 4-1 Anisimova A big first serve, a …