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'Anxious': US farmers see tariffs threaten earnings
As President Donald Trump's sweeping global tariffs took effect this weekend, US farmers hoping for a profit this year instead found themselves facing lower crop prices -- and the prospect of ceding more ground in foreign markets.
Nostalgia fuels UK boom in vintage video game repairs
The shelves lining Luke Malpass's home workshop are a gamer's treasure trove stretching back decades, with components of vintage Game Boys, Sega Mega Drives and Nintendos jostling for space and awaiting repair.
Snappy birthday: Germany's Leica camera turns 100
Photographer Franziska Stuenkel likes to take spontaneous urban shots, so she needs a nimble camera that is ready to go when inspiration strikes: her German-made Leica M11.
Bucks clinch playoff berth as West battle tightens
The Milwaukee Bucks clinched the last remaining automatic playoff place from the NBA's Eastern Conference on Saturday, before warming up for the postseason with a 121-115 overtime victory over the Miami Heat.
Czech beer culture eyes UNESCO listing as pubs take hit
Going to a pub several times a week to meet friends, media consultant Gabriela Galetkova hopes Czech beer culture -- which is taking a hit as bar visits dip -- will be internationally recognised.
Explosions as Kyiv under missile attack, says mayor
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said the city was under missile attack on Sunday with explosions in the Ukrainian capital, two days after a Russian missile killed 18 people in President Volodymyr Zelensky's hometown.
Weary Boutier still alive in LPGA Match Play after 45-hole day
France's Celine Boutier produced a jaw-dropping show of stamina to keep her LPGA Match Play hopes alive on Saturday, grinding through a staggering 45 holes before darkness halted her quarter-final duel with Sweden's Madelene Sagstrom.
Artificial glaciers boost water supply in northern Pakistan
At the foot of Pakistan's impossibly high mountains whitened by frost all year round, farmers grappling with a lack of water have created their own ice towers.
Brooksby upsets Paul to reach Houston final
Top seed Tommy Paul was upset by qualifier Jenson Brooksby in the semi-final of the US Men's Clay Court Championship in Houston on Saturday.
Thomas, Bednarek hit jackpot at Grand Slam Track meet
Olympic 200m champion Gabby Thomas was among the first big winners of the inaugural Grand Slam Track series on Saturday, digging deep to finish second in the women's 400m to clinch the $100,000 long sprints jackpot.
Rodman on target as USA beat Brazil in Olympic rematch
Emma Hayes' United States women's team returned to winning ways with a Trinity Rodman goal and a penalty from Lindsey Heaps giving them a 2-0 friendly win over Brazil at SoFi Stadium on Saturday.
'Hands Off!' Anti-Trump Americans flood Washington
When Liz Gabbitas joined thousands of fellow protesters Saturday in the US capital, she thought her message to the Trump administration would be best delivered through her homemade sign: a cardboard guillotine.
Harman leads by three at Texas Open
Former British Open champion Brian Harman battled through a rocky start to shoot an even-par 72 and take a three-shot lead after the third round of the PGA Tour Texas Open in San Antonio on Saturday.
Barcelona draw to increase Liga lead after Real Madrid stumble
Barcelona failed to break down a frantic Real Betis defence as they were held to a 1-1 draw in La Liga on Saturday but still gained ground on Real Madrid who earlier conceded deep into added time to lose 2-1 at home to Valencia.
Ecuador mounts anti-drug op overseen by Blackwater founder
Ecuadoran security forces mounted an operation against drug gangs Saturday overseen by ministers and with the founder of divisive US security contractor Blackwater Erik Prince in attendance, ahead of a knife-edge run-off election on April 13.
Pegula rallies to reach Charleston final
Top seed Jessica Pegula staged a final-set rally to defeat Russian ninth seed Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-2, 2-6, 7-5 and reach the final of the WTA Charleston Open clay court tournament on Saturday.
Nick Rockett flies to victory in magical Mullins Grand National
Willie Mullins rewrote the Grand National's fabled storybook on Saturday, saying "this is the summit for me" after training the first three home in the world's greatest steeplechase with 33-1 winner Nick Rockett ridden by his son Patrick.
Ovechkin on the brink of the 'impossible'
Alex Ovechkin is just one goal away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal-scoring record in the National Hockey League, the crowning achievement of a stellar 20-season career.
Anthony, Bird to enter basketball Hall of Fame
Ten-time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony, eight-time All-Star Dwight Howard and women's basketball icon Sue Bird will be enshrined into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame after being formally named among members of the 2025 class on Saturday.
'Phenomenal' Munster edge O'Gara's La Rochelle to reach Champions Cup quarters
Munster captain Tadgh Beirne said his side's performance was "phenomenal" after they overcame former fly-half Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle 25-24 on Saturday to reach the Champions Cup last eight, alongside Leinster, Northampton, Toulon and Castres.
Munster edge O'Gara's La Rochelle to reach Champions Cup quarters
Munster overcame former fly-half Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle 25-24 on Saturday to reach the Champions Cup last eight alongside Leinster, Northampton, Toulon and Castres.
Rahul, Jaiswal fire as Delhi and Rajasthan register big IPL wins
In a day for India openers, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal stood out to guide Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals to commanding victories in the Indian Premier League on Saturday.
Arsenal held by Everton, Villa boost Euro bid
Arsenal's faint hopes of catching Premier League leaders Liverpool are almost over after their 1-1 draw at Everton, while Aston Villa bolstered their bid for Champions League qualification with a 2-1 win against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
Aston Villa beat Forest for seventh straight win ahead of PSG trip
Aston Villa climbed into the Premier League's top six as early goals from Morgan Rogers and Donyell Malen secured a 2-1 win over third-placed Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
Jaiswal, Archer help Rajasthan thrash Punjab in IPL
Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal struck form with an attacking 67 to lead Rajasthan Royals to a crushing 50-run win over Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League on Saturday.
Inter's title charge stalls after throwing away points at Parma
Inter Milan stumbled in their bid to retain the Serie A title after throwing away a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at Parma on Saturday, giving Napoli a chance to cut the champions' league lead to a single point.
Real Madrid stumble at home to Valencia in Liga
Hugo Duro headed a winner in added time to give Valencia a 2-1 win at the Santiago Bernabeu and deal a blow to Real Madrid's Spanish title hopes.
Leading garment producer Bangladesh holds crisis talks on US tariffs
Bangladesh's interim leader called an emergency meeting on Saturday after textile leaders in the world's second-largest garment manufacturing nation said US tariffs were a "massive blow" to the key industry.
PSG win 13th French title ahead of Aston Villa Champions League clash
Paris Saint-Germain clinched the Ligue 1 title on Saturday with a 1-0 win at home against Angers as they prepare for a Champions League quarter-final showdown with Aston Villa.
Nick Rockett storms to victory in the 'Mullins' Grand National
Nick Rockett won the Grand National at Aintree on Saturday to cap a remarkable day for the Mullins family with father Willie training five of the first seven horses home and his son Patrick on board the 33-1 winner of the world's most famous steeplechase.
Despair and sadness follow death of Malian musical great Amadou
Friends, family and fans flocked in mourning to the home of Malian music star Amadou Bagayoko on Saturday a day after he died aged 70, AFP reporters saw.
Arsenal held by Everton, Wolves push Ipswich closer to relegation
Arsenal's faint hopes of catching Premier League leaders Liverpool are almost over after their 1-1 draw at Everton, while Wolves pushed Ipswich closer to relegation with a 2-1 win on Saturday.