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Lebanese Muslim spokesperson blasts politician for inciting 'bigotry'

A note to politicians: Stop blaming an entire race, creed, religion or any other social group for the actions of the radicalised. 

Australia's Lebanese Muslim Association President, Samier Dandan, said as much Tuesday when he responded to claims by Australia's own Immigration Minister Peter Dutton. 

The minister called out Lebanese Australians during parliament on Monday, responding to the wry question "Which group of people, from which country, does the minister believe should not have been allowed into Australia?"

His response was unbelievable. "The advice I have is that out of the last 33 people who have been charged with terrorist-related offences in this country, 22 of those people are from second and third generation Lebanese-Muslim background." Read more...

More about Racism, Muslims, Australian Politics, Lma, and Lebanese Australians




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StarCraft II goes free-to-play seven years after launch

Single-player campaign, ranked multiplayer available free of charge.




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FA Council confirms end of season for non-league, women's and grassroots football

The FA Council have ratified the decision to cancel the remainder of the football season for all non-league divisions below the National League.




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Liverpool youngster Neco Williams singles out Adam Lallana as key influence at Melwood

Neco Williams has revealed how Adam Lallana has played a major role in helping him adapt to the demands of training regularly with Liverpool's first team.




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Manchester City winger Leroy Sane was 'on the verge' of a comeback prior to the Premier League's suspension

Manchester City long-term absentee Leroy Sane has revealed he was "on the verge" of a comeback prior to football's shutdown due to the coronavirus pandemic.




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Jadon Sancho, Jack Grealish or James Maddison: Who should Manchester United prioritise this summer?

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's Manchester United rebuild looks set to continue whenever the transfer window does eventually open.




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Manchester United's Harry Maguire to supply a food packages to elderly residents in hometown of Mosborough

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has offered to supply "food packages of everyday essentials" to the elderly in his hometown of Mosborough in South Yorkshire.




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West Ham star Robert Snodgrass tells Matt Hancock to 'do his homework' over footballer wage-cut row

West Ham midfielder Robert Snodgrass has launched a scathing criticism of Matt Hancock, warning the health secretary to "do his homework" before calling out footballers over their wages.




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Bruno Fernandes: Cristiano Ronaldo changed my perception of Manchester United

Bruno Fernandes has revealed his perception of Manchester United changed when Cristiano Ronaldo joined the club.




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Manchester United star Juan Mata invites NHS worker and her family to Old Trafford when football resumes

Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata has invited a local NHS worker and her family to a match at Old Trafford once football resumes.




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Jadon Sancho labelled a 'great player' by Manchester United's Juan Mata as transfer speculation intensifies

Juan Mata believes Jadon Sancho is a "great player" as Manchester United continue to be linked with the winger.




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Mario Gotze announces he will leave Borussia Dortmund

Mario Gotze has confirmed he is to leave Borussia Dortmund at the end of the season when his contract expires.




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How the Premier League table would look had matches not been cancelled

Predict the results of the matches that should have been played this weekend...




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How the Premier League table would look had matches not been cancelled

It's been four weeks since a ball was last kicked in the Premier League.




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Jadon Sancho to Manchester United: 'Agent' Marcus Rashford strikes again in £120m transfer battle

Marcus Rashford has been leading Manchester United's charm offensive to bring Jadon Sancho to Old Trafford - and he will have another chance tonight.




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Valencia could sell Geoffrey Kondogbia for just €30m with Tottenham linked

Valencia midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia could be available for around €30 million this summer amid reported interest from Tottenham.




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Manchester United working through transfer shortlist including Kane and Haaland before making Ighalo decision

Manchester United are yet to offer Odion Ighalo a permanent deal with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer undecided over his plans to sign a striker this summer.




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Manchester United transfer targets: Every striker on their summer shortlist revealed

Manchester United have four key strikers on their summer transfer shortlist, Standard Sport understands.




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Manchester United should keep Alexis Sanchez after coronavirus pandemic, says Paul Merson

Former Arsenal man Paul Merson believes football's coronavirus shutdown may end up giving Alexis Sanchez a second chance at Manchester United.




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Who is Joe Rodon? Manchester United and Manchester City reportedly tracking Swansea starlet

Swansea City defender Joe Rodon is a name those outside of the Championship may not be too familiar with but the youngster is making an impact in Wales.




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Fede Valverde can be in midfield what Sergio Ramos has been in defence for Real Madrid, says Diego Forlan

Fede Valverde can be as important as Sergio Ramos at Real Madrid, says Diego Forlan.




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Jadon Sancho edges out Marcus Rashford as duo thrill Manchester United fans in Fifa tournament

Jadon Sancho got the better of Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford as the two England internationals met in the Football's Staying Home Fifa tournament.




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Why Manchester United should sign James Rodriguez from Real Madrid this summer

James Rodriguez has again been linked with a move to Manchester United with his future at Real Madrid far from certain.




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Jadon Sancho to Manchester United: 'Agent Rashford working overtime' in £120m transfer chase

Manchester United fans hailed the fine work of 'agent Marcus Rashford' once more after his FIFA 20 battle with England colleague Jadon Sancho.




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Manchester United transfer targets revealed: All 14 players on complete summer wishlist

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to continue his Manchester United rebuild this summer with a number of targets already identified.




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Bruno Fernandes is Manchester United's version of Kevin De Bruyne, says legend Paul Scholes

Paul Scholes believes Manchester United have found their own version of Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne in Bruno Fernandes.




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Marko Grujic concedes he may need to leave Liverpool this summer to progress his career

Marko Grujic has conceded that he may need to move on from Liverpool this summer if he is to fulfil his potential.




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Rangers call for suspensions to SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster after 'serious' vote concerns

Rangers have called for SPFL's chief executive Neil Doncaster and its legal adviser Rod McKenzie to be suspended "while an independent investigation is conducted' following their vote on how to end the season.




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Manchester United star Paul Pogba lifts lid on injury frustration as he nears return to fitness

Manchester United star Paul Pogba has opened up on his injury frustration, but says his time on the sidelines has reminded him how much he loves football.




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Manchester United warned Odion Ighalo 'could get big money move to Real Madrid or Barcelona'

Manchester United have been warned that Odion Ighalo could be set to land a 'big money move' to one of their major European rivals if they do not sign him permanently this summer.




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Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes has not shown best in Premier League yet, warns Odion Ighalo

Manchester United striker Odion Ighalo has heaped praise on fellow January arrival Bruno Fernandes and warned the rest of the Premier League: "We've not seen the best of him yet!"




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Transfer news LIVE: Paul Pogba to Real Madrid, Man Utd Sancho move, Gotze latest, Liverpool, Chelsea rumours

Welcome to the Evening Standard's live blog covering the latest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and beyond.




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Manchester United will be 'a different team' when Paul Pogba returns, says Odion Ighalo

Odion Ighalo says Manchester United will be "a different team" when Paul Pogba is back fit and firing.




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: International Champions Cup cancelled, Kenny Dalglish tests positive for Covid-19

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Liverpool kits 2020-21 season: Stunning concept designs for Nike deal

Liverpool are set to be the best-looking team in the Premier League and across Europe next season if these concept kit designs are anything to go by.




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Odion Ighalo talks up Victor Osimhen's Manchester United trip and raves about 'future of Nigerian football'

Odion Ighalo believes Victor Osimhen has huge potential, with the Manchester United striker praising his compatriot as the "future of Nigerian football."




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Why £200m Harry Kane fits the profile of a classic Manchester United signing

The Tottenham and England star would have been top of Sir Alex Ferguson's shortlist




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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang warned Manchester United transfer is riskier than staying at Arsenal

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been warned by a former Gunner than moving to a club like Manchester United at this stage of his career is a riskier prospect than staying at Arsenal.




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Lautaro Martinez to Barcelona latest: 'Big chance' Inter Milan striker will join Lionel Messi, says agent

Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez has a "big chance" of joining Lionel Messi at Barcelona this summer, one of his agents has said.




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Jack Grealish has sights set on Manchester United move, says former Aston Villa striker Darren Bent

Aston Villa star Jack Grealish has "got his eye" on a summer transfer to Manchester United, according to Darren Bent.




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Former Chelsea star Gianluca Vialli given all-clear following cancer battle

Former Chelsea player-manager Gianluca Vialli says he feels "very fortunate" after being given the all-clear from pancreatic cancer.




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Former Barcelona youngster Takefusa Kubo dreaming of 'great' Real Madrid future: 'I won't waste my chance'

Former Barcelona youngster Takefusa Kubo believes he has a big future in the first team at Real Madrid.




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Jack Wilshere concedes West Ham transfer 'hasn't worked out' as injury-plagued star faces uncertain future

Jack Wilshere has admitted his transfer to West Ham "hasn't worked out" as he had hoped amid uncertainty over his future at the club.




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Paul Pogba reveals motivation for Manchester United return as Old Trafford future hangs in the balance

Paul Pogba claims unfinished business lured him back to Manchester United as Real Madrid and Juventus line up to prise him away again this summer.




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Harry Kane transfer latest: Tottenham have no interest in selling to Manchester United or any other rival club

Tottenham have no interest in selling star striker Harry Kane to Manchester United this summer.




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Jadon Sancho 'confirms' Manchester United transfer with hint during Instagram Live fan session

Manchester United fans are growing increasingly excited that Jadon Sancho could be on his way to Old Trafford this summer after the Borussia Dortmund star's latest hint.




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Jadon Sancho to Manchester United transfer latest: What we know so far

Jadon Sancho's future looks set to be a long-running story throughout the summer.




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Jadon Sancho to Manchester United transfer latest: What we know so far

Jadon Sancho's future looks set to be a long-running story throughout the summer.




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Manchester United's Juan Mata picks ex-Chelsea team-mate Eden Hazard as all-time Premier League great

Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata believes former Chelsea team-mate Eden Hazard is among the very best players in Premier League history.




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Barcelona announce boardroom changes after resignations and confirm legal action against former vice-president

Barcelona have announced changes to the club's board in a swift restructuring after six directors submitted their resignations to president Josep Maria Bartomeu last week.