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I.Coast home-hunters' saga highlights Africa housing crunch
For months, Veronique and Faustin Kla have looked for a home in Abidjan, tired of juggling their finances in the hunt for a place to raise their one-year-old son, Junior.
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Djokovic falls in US Open first round, earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years
Ailing Novak Djokovic suffered his earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years on Sunday, falling in five brutal sets to Mariano Navone in the first round of the US Open.
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US vows enforcement as ban on Xinjiang imports takes effect
The United States on Tuesday promised enforcement as a landmark ban took effect on most imports from Xinjiang, the Chinese region where rights groups report the Uyghur people are being forced into slave labor.
Ollivon returns to lead France in Japan
Back-rower Charles Ollivon will captain France during next month's two-Test tour of Japan, the French Rugby Federation said on Tuesday.
Inzaghi extends Inter contract until 2024
Simone Inzaghi has signed an extension to his contract with Inter Milan which will keep him at the San Siro until 2024, the Serie A club announced on Tuesday.
Arsenal sign midfielder Fabio Vieira from Porto
Arsenal announced on Tuesday they had signed Porto midfielder Fabio Vieira on a long-term contract for a reported fee of £34 million ($42 million), including add-ons.
US to drastically reduce nicotine content in cigarettes: reports
President Joe Biden's administration is set to announce a new policy requiring cigarette producers to reduce nicotine to non-addictive levels, US media reported Tuesday -- a move that would deal a powerful blow to the tobacco industry.
Reversing Trump, US reimposes near total ban on landmine use
The United States said Tuesday it will return to a ban on landmines other than on the Korean peninsula, reversing course from former president Donald Trump as it drew a contrast with Russia's use of the explosives in Ukraine.
US high court denies Bayer bid to block Roundup weedkiller lawsuits
The US Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to hear a bid from Bayer-owned Monsanto that aimed to challenge thousands of lawsuits claiming its weedkiller Roundup causes cancer -- a potentially costly ruling.
Battered Lysychansk clings on as Russians advance
The strike had left a gaping hole in the police station in Ukraine's Lysychansk, one of a barrage of increasingly heavy Russian attacks on this eastern city where soldiers were busy Tuesday digging defensive positions.
France's music street party back at full blast
One of France's biggest street parties is back in full force after two years of Covid disruption -- the annual Fete de la Musique returns to towns and cities across the country Tuesday night, boasting everything from classical to rap.
FA chair backs Southgate despite poor England run
Gareth Southgate has been strongly backed by Football Association chair Debbie Hewitt following England's disappointing Nations League results, which included a 4-0 home defeat to Hungary.
Ecuador military calls Indigenous protests a 'grave threat'
Thousands of Ecuadorans took to the streets Tuesday for a ninth day of Indigenous-led fuel price protests, as the military vowed to defend the country's democracy against what it called a "grave threat."
US home prices top $400,000 for first time, crimping May sales
The median US home price broke above $400,000 for the first time, sending existing home sales in May falling for the fourth straight month, according to industry data released Tuesday.
Ben Stiller tells of 'harrowing stories' from Ukraine visit
US actor and comedian Ben Stiller said Tuesday he had been deeply affected by the stories he heard from Ukrainians after a surprise visit to the war-torn country.
Kellogg pops as it plans spin-off of legacy cereal business
Iconic breakfast food brand Kellogg became the latest US corporate giant to announce a breakup, unveiling plans Tuesday to split into three companies in a move that lifted its share price.
Top court blocks French city's bid to allow 'burkini' in pools
A top French court on Tuesday blocked a bid to allow the "burkini" at municipal pools in the city of Grenoble, upholding a government challenge against a move that revived France's intense debate on Islam.
Wales's Pivac warns Springboks are 'ultimate challenge'
Wayne Pivac head coach said on Tuesday that Wales face "probably the ultimate challenge" in tackling Rugby World Cup winners South Africa away from home at altitude.
Russia warns Lithuania as Kremlin forces push into Ukraine's Donbas
Moscow on Tuesday warned Lithuania of "serious" consequences over its restriction of rail traffic to Russia's Kaliningrad exclave, as Kremlin forces made gains in Ukraine's strategic Donbas region.
Macron meets France opposition, retains PM after poll blow
French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday was holding talks with the opposition on ending the deadlock sparked by his failure to secure a majority in parliamentary elections, after rejecting an offer by the prime minister to resign.
In Vienna, snails are slowly reclaiming their culinary fame
On the outskirts of Vienna, farmer Andreas Gugumuck tosses some extra cereal to thousands of snails inching over planks and lush greenery. Far from being pests, the slow-moving molluscs have become his main produce.
US attorney general vows help to prosecute war crimes in Ukraine
US Attorney General Merrick Garland pledged during a visit to Ukraine on Tuesday to help prosecute war crimes committed since the Russian invasion in late February.
Koepka joining Saudi-backed LIV Golf: reports
Four-time major champion Brooks Koepka is set to become the latest star to join the Saudi-backed LIV Golf series, media reports said on Tuesday.
US confirms death of second citizen in Ukraine
The United States on Tuesday confirmed that a second American was killed fighting for Ukraine, as it warned of risks amid worries over two other US citizens captured battling Russia.
White House announces near-total US ban on landmines use
The White House on Tuesday announced a return to an almost total ban on the use and production of anti-personnel landmines, leaving an exception for the military facing off against Pyongyang on the Korean peninsula.
Unwell Stokes misses England training ahead of third Test
England captain Ben Stokes missed training after feeling unwell on Tuesday as his side started their preparations for the Headingley Test.
Misty sunrise for the summer solstice at Stonehenge
The sun was long overdue on Tuesday but when it finally appeared, faces lit up and arms rose as one to greet the summer solstice at Britain's most famous prehistoric monument.
Markets climb as calm returns after sharp selloff
Stock markets rose Tuesday as calm returned following last week's rout, but analysts warned of more turmoil ahead because recession fears are here to stay.
US attorney general in Ukraine to discuss war crimes
US Attorney General Merrick Garland was visiting Ukraine on Tuesday to discuss prosecution of individuals involved in war crimes in the European nation invaded by Russia in late February, a Justice Department official said.
Geoffrey Rush to get top prize at Czech film festival
Oscar-winning Australian actor Geoffrey Rush will receive the Crystal Globe award for his "outstanding contribution to world cinema" at the Karlovy Vary film festival next month, organisers said on Tuesday.
More strike calls cloud summer for European low-cost airlines
Europe's low-cost airlines are facing more strikes this summer as staff in Spain and France announced new walkouts on Tuesday.
Rugby chiefs extend stand-down time for concussion
Elite rugby players will face an increased minimum period of 12 days on the sidelines under toughened concussion protocols announced by World Rugby on Tuesday.
Oil turbulence could last five years, ExxonMobil boss warns
Consumers must be prepared to endure up to five years of turbulent oil markets, the head of ExxonMobil said Tuesday, citing under-investment and the coronavirus pandemic.
UEFA rubbish French minister's Champions League fake tickets number
A senior UEFA representative said on Tuesday he did not believe French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin's claims about the number of fake tickets in circulation during the chaotic scenes before last month's Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid.