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Jury hears closing arguments in Tupac Shakur murder trial
A jury heard closing arguments on Monday in the trial of a former Los Angeles gang leader accused of involvement in the sensational murder three decades ago of chart-topping rapper Tupac Shakur.
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Afghan people should 'not be abandoned': top Red Cross official
Afghanistan has slipped from international attention despite the "extreme needs" of its people, an International Committee of the Red Cross senior official said Monday, urging the world "not to abandon Afghan communities".
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World's top golfers chase Morikawa, Dahmen at US Open
Two-time major champion Collin Morikawa and fellow American Joel Dahmen shared the US Open lead as Saturday's third round began with the top three in the world rankings Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and Scottie Scheffler in hot pursuit.
Axelsen powers into Indonesia Open final with win over Malaysia's Lee
Badminton world number one Viktor Axelsen on Saturday secured a place in the Indonesia Open final after toppling Malaysian rising star Lee Zii Jia in a tight, fast-paced encounter in Jakarta.
One killed as gunmen storm Sikh temple in Afghan capital
Gunmen stormed a Sikh temple in the Afghan capital on Saturday, killing at least one member of the community and wounding seven more, the interior ministry said.
Bencic sees off Sakkari to reach Berlin final
Olympic champion Belinda Bencic is into the final of Berlin's WTA grass-court tournament after fighting back to see off second seed Maria Sakkari following a three-hour tussle in sweltering conditions.
Thousands join Singapore gay rights rally
Thousands of Singaporeans dressed in pink gathered at a park Saturday calling for greater recognition of LGBTQ rights, the first such rally since 2019 after coronavirus restrictions were eased.
Bagnaia, Espargaro battle for track record at German MotoGP
Francesco Bagnaia again captured the Sachsenring track record as the Italian and Aleix Espargaro both posted fastest times in quick succession in Saturday's dazzling third free practice at the German MotoGP.
Ledecky lays down an early marker at world swimming championships
While other stars conserved their energy on the opening morning of the World Swimming Championships in Budapest on Saturday, Katie Ledecky made a statement in her first qualifying swim.
Iran fighter jet crashes, injuring two crew: reports
An F-14 fighter jet crashed on Saturday while on a mission in central Iran, causing injuries to its two crew members, media in the Islamic republic reported.
Japan cruise past Uruguay in Tokyo rugby Test
Japan stepped up their preparations for next year's Rugby World Cup with a 34-15 win over Uruguay in Tokyo on Saturday.
Zelensky hails EU backing as fierce battles rock Donbas
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed Brussels' support for Kyiv's European Union bid as a historic achievement, as "fierce battles" raged again in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region.
Crusaders outclass Blues to win Super Rugby Pacific final
The Canterbury Crusaders unleashed a heady mix of precision and power to beat the Auckland Blues 21-7 in the Super Rugby Pacific final in Auckland on Saturday and collect a 13th title.
41 dead, millions stranded as floods hit Bangladesh, India
Monsoon storms in Bangladesh and India have killed at least 41 people and unleashed devastating floods that left millions of others stranded, officials said Saturday.
Ecuador declares state of emergency in three provinces over Indigenous protests
Ecuador's President Guillermo Lasso declared a state of emergency in three provinces late Friday in response to sometimes violent protests by Indigenous groups demanding cuts in fuel prices.
One dead in Shanghai chemical plant explosion
Huge clouds of black smoke billowed over Shanghai from multiple fires at a chemical plant Saturday that left at least one dead, according to state media and eyewitness video obtained by AFP.
Zelensky hails EU backing as intense shelling hits Donbas
President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed Brussels' support for Ukraine's European Union bid a historic achievement, as his country's eastern Donas region faced intense Russian shelling.
Man aboard plane grounded in Argentina linked to Quds Force: Paraguay
One of the men aboard a plane grounded near Buenos Aires has ties to Iran's Quds Force, Paraguay's intelligence chief said Friday, despite claims by Argentina that no evidence links the case to Tehran's overseas intelligence.
Vietnam jails high-profile environmentalist on tax evasion
A high-profile environmentalist and anti-coal campaigner in Vietnam has been jailed for two years on tax evasion charges, her NGO said on Saturday.
Ecuador declares state of emergency in three provinces amid Indigenous protests
Ecuador's President Guillermo Lasso declared a state of emergency in three provinces late Friday in response to sometimes violent protests by Indigenous people demanding cuts in fuel prices.
Europe braces for blistering June weekend heat
France, Spain and other western European nations braced on Saturday for a sweltering June weekend that is set to break records and sparked concern about forest fires and the effects of climate change.
Russian state TV airs videos of two missing Americans in Ukraine
A Russian state TV channel aired videos on social media of two Americans who went missing last week while fighting alongside the Ukrainian army, stating they had been captured by Russian forces.
In a parched land, Iraqi gazelles dying of hunger
Gazelles at an Iraqi wildlife reserve are dropping dead from hunger, making them the latest victims in a country where climate change is compounding hardships after years of war.
Seaweed and 3D printers: Chile's innovative approach to feeding kids
Some dehydrated "cochayuyo" seaweed, some instant mashed potatoes and hot water: these are the ingredients for a nutritious menu of 3D printed food that nutritional experts in Chile hope will revolutionize the food market, particularly for children.
Street art in Montreal is writ large
A mysterious creature playing piano, a white tiger baring its fangs, and a huge Batgirl: dozens of artists are busy this June painting giant frescoes for the tenth edition of Montreal's Mural festival.
From the streets to the polls, the enigma of Colombia's abstaining youth
A year ago, Colombia's streets were flooded with anti-government protesters angered by a proposed tax increase as citizens reeled from the economic impact of the pandemic.
No petrol, no cars: Cubans turn to electric transport
There is a new sight on the streets of Havana: increasing numbers of electric vehicles whizzing among the old American cars so emblematic of the Cuban capital.
Mcilroy tries to ride the wave to fifth major win at US Open
Rory McIlroy wants to ride emotional waves of momentum to his first major title since 2014 this weekend at the US Open, feeling a boost from crowds and the course.
Morikawa shares US Open lead, Rahm and McIlroy one adrift
A weekend showdown of golf's top stars was set Friday at the US Open as two-time major winner Collin Morikawa seized a share of the lead while Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy were one stroke adrift.
Young enjoys hole-in-one but misses cut at US Open
Cameron Young aced the 165-yard par-3 sixth hole with an 8-iron in Friday's second round of the US Open, but missed the cut after the hole-in-one gave him cruel hope.
'Car is getting worse,' admits struggling Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton declared his Mercedes car to be "getting worse" and dismissed any hope it will improve before next year after struggling in Friday's practice for this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix.
Leclerc's Canada hopes hit by grid penalty as rival Verstappen shines
Charles Leclerc's hopes of victory at this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix were dented on Friday when it was confirmed he will face a substantial grid penalty for Sunday's race.
Never mind porpoising, Sainz troubled by groundhog at Canadian GP
Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz had to take evasive action at the Canadian Grand Prix on Friday when a groundhog ran out onto the circuit.
Kupcho leads defending champ Korda by 2 at Meijer LPGA Classic
Jennifer Kupcho warmed up late on the way to a five-under-par 67 that gave her a two-shot lead over defending champion Nelly Korda in Friday's second round of the Meijer LPGA Classic in Michigan.