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China’s lithography leap
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Australia limits migration
Killing of Palestinian children and teens by Israel surges in West Bank
NASA's Roman telescope set to launch on cosmic mapping mission
Educators keep 9/11 memory alive for next generation, 25 years on
Data center backlash scrambles US midterm politics
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Venezuelans view US oil deal with doubt, hope
Venezuelans expressed doubt and suspicion on Saturday over a new deal enabling the United States to exploit the country's oil reserves, an arrangement that nevertheless raises hopes for economic recovery after years of crisis.
Sports
Emotional Federer inducted into tennis Hall of Fame
A tearful Roger Federer was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday, describing his formal entrance into the sport's pantheon as one of the "greatest honors of my life."
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Ecuador govt suspends talks with protesters after soldier killed
Ecuador's government has suspended negotiations with protesting Indigenous groups, President Guillermo Lasso said Tuesday, after a soldier was killed in an attack blamed by a minister on "violent demonstrators."
Tommy Fury denied entry to USA by Homeland Security
British boxer Tommy Fury has been denied entry into the United States before a press conference to preview his forthcoming fight against Jake Paul.
Westbrook opts into $47 million NBA deal with Lakers: reports
Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook has decided to exercise his $47.1 million option to return to the club for the 2022-23 season, according to multiple reports on Tuesday.
Nadal overcomes scare to reach Wimbledon second round
Rafael Nadal overcame a scare in his Wimbledon opener on Tuesday, fighting back from dropping the third set and falling a break down in the fourth to eventually see off Argentina's Francisco Cerundolo.
Early human ancestors one million years older than thought
The fossils of our earliest ancestors found in South Africa are a million years older than previously thought, meaning they walked the Earth around the same time as their East African relatives like the famous "Lucy", according to new research.
Nearly 1 in 4 globally at risk from severe flooding: study
Almost a quarter of the world's population are exposed to significant flood risks, according to new research published Tuesday, which warned those in poorer countries were more vulnerable.
Pro-Macron MP becomes France's first woman speaker
France's lower house of parliament on Tuesday agreed to pick an MP from President Emmanuel Macron's centrist coalition as the first woman speaker, despite the ruling alliance losing its majority in legislative elections.
US migrant deaths: what we know
Fifty undocumented migrants died after the tractor-trailer rig they were being smuggled in was abandoned Monday outside of San Antonio, Texas. Here is what we know about the tragedy:
Pogacar favourite as Tour de France set for first Danish start
Champion Tadej Pogacar is the hot favourite and Covid-19 continues to provide a troubling background but the tension and expectations for this year's Tour de France, which gets underway on Friday, are as high as ever.
Spitting mad Kyrgios blasts fans' 'disrespect', '90-year-old' officials
Nick Kyrgios came out on top in a fiery Wimbledon five-setter on Tuesday and blasted fans' "disrespect" as well as "90-year-old" officials before admitting he spat towards one of his tormentors in the crowd.
Iran court confirms Frenchman's 8-year sentence: lawyer
An Iranian appeals court has upheld an eight-year prison sentence against a Frenchman convicted on spying charges, his Paris-based lawyer said Tuesday.
US opens probe after 50 migrants die in sweltering trailer
US authorities opened a criminal investigation Tuesday after 50 migrants packed into a stifling trailer died in Texas, with President Joe Biden blaming professional smugglers for the tragedy.
Netflix 'actively' working on ad-supported subscription
Netflix is "actively" working on building its cheaper, ad-supported deal, the company's French team said on Tuesday, but added there was no clear timeline.
South Africa escalates power cuts to acute levels
South Africa, a country plagued by power shortages, on Tuesday imposed the toughest electricity rationing in two and a half years after labour disputes disrupted production at several plants.
51 inmates die in Colombia prison riot and fire
At least 51 inmates were killed and two dozen more injured early Tuesday after a fire broke out during a prison riot in southwestern Colombia, the national prisons agency said.
Party's over: Airbnb bans events permanently
Airbnb has made permanent its pandemic-era prohibition of parties at the properties rented out globally through its app, saying Tuesday the rules have been effective against problematic events.
Ukraine war drones lose pivotal role as artillery rules
The Ukrainian army's astute use of drones has been a cornerstone of its defence against the powerful Russian invader, but experts say their role is beginning to fade as heavy artillery takes over.
Stocks split on China, US consumer confidence
European and Asian stocks climbed Tuesday and oil prices rallied further as China slashed the quarantine time for visitors, fuelling hopes of recovery for the world's second largest economy.
Wimbledon cancer survivor Peniston says illness 'blessing in disguise'
Ryan Peniston described his childhood battle with cancer as "a blessing in disguise" on Tuesday as he marked his Grand Slam debut by reaching the Wimbledon second round.
Minamino leaves Liverpool for Ligue 1 club Monaco
Japan forward Takumi Minamino has completed his move from Liverpool to Monaco, the two clubs announced on Tuesday.
Jewel thieves in brazen Dutch art fair heist
Flat-cap wearing armed robbers staged a brazen daylight raid on an international art fair in the Netherlands Tuesday, smashing a jewellery case with a sledgehammer in front of terrified visitors.
Morgan says it's 'right time to go' after England retirement
England's World Cup-winning captain Eoin Morgan retired from international cricket with immediate effect on Tuesday, saying he recently woke up and knew now was the time to stand down.
South Africa's Eskom announces further power cuts
South Africa, a country plagued by power shortages, on Tuesday imposed the the toughest electricity rationing in two and a half years after labour disputes disrupted production at several plants.
Ex-Red Brigades member exiled in France says 'will not die' in Italian jail
A former member of left-wing Italian extremist group the Red Brigades exiled in France has said he "will not die in jail" in Italy ahead of a French court's decision this week on his extradition.
Record Ernst & Young fine in US for cheating on ethics exams
US authorities fined Ernst & Young a record $100 million over cheating on accounting ethics exams that the firm initially covered up from regulators, officials announced Tuesday.
Kyrgios wins and tells Wimbledon critics: 'That's for you'
Nick Kyrgios came out on top in a fiery Wimbledon five-setter on Tuesday and told rowdy critics in the crowd: "That one's for you -- you know who you are."
Scotland sets October 2023 for new independence vote
Scotland's government on Tuesday drew the battle lines for a legal and political tussle with London as it announced plans to hold a second independence referendum on October 19, 2023.
G7 disappoints with fossil fuel 'loophole'
Leaders of the Group of Seven rich nations on Tuesday watered down a key pledge on ending fossil fuel financing abroad, as the need to tackle global warming clashed with fears over energy shortages.
Cuban boxing star Andy Cruz caught trying to escape island nation
Olympic and triple world boxing champion Andy Cruz was caught trying to escape Cuba, the island nation's boxing federation said on Tuesday, accusing the the fighter of "serious indiscipline".
G7 takes aim at China over 'market-distorting' practices
G7 leaders on Tuesday condemned China's "non-transparent and market-distorting" international trade practices in an end-of-summit statement billed as "unprecedented" by the United States.
Covid-hit Berrettini pulls out of Wimbledon as Swiatek extends streak
Title contender Matteo Berrettini was forced to pull out of Wimbledon on Tuesday after testing positive for coronavirus as women's top seed Iga Swiatek extended her winning streak to 36 matches.
Red Bull announce 'milestone' move into hypercar market
Red Bull announced on Tuesday its first foray into the exclusive world of the hypercar with a limited production run of 50 starting in 2025.