India's island choke point
China’s lithography leap
China’s cartel lifeline
Australia limits migration
Rare train of Pacific cyclones fueled by historic El Nino
Spain report flags Moroccan police failings in Ceuta migrant rush
Macron, King Charles hail UK-France ties after viewing Bayeux Tapestry
Tech bosses press G20 to build data centers, but split on risk
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Fury hits out at 'coward' Joshua as 'Battle of Britain' talks go on
Tyson Fury has branded Anthony Joshua "a coward" as the wait for confirmation of a 'Battle of Britain' showdown between the two former world heavyweight champions drags on.
Culture
Dolly Parton to get new Hollywood star after vandalism
Late country music legend Dolly Parton will get a new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, after the original one was vandalized, officials have announced.
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New Zealand Rugby makes public apology to top woman player
New Zealand Rugby publicly apologised on Tuesday to Te Kura Ngata-Aerengamate, whose criticism of the environment in the women's national team led to a scathing review and overhaul of its coaching staff.
Death of three sisters spotlights India dowry violence
Before the three sisters and their children were found dead in a well, they left a message blaming the family they had married into.
Mickelson joins Saudi-backed golf series, plans to play US Open
Phil Mickelson confirmed on Monday he has signed to play in the lucrative Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series, saying he also plans to play major events, including next week's US Open.
Contact made in case of two German girls missing in Paraguay
The mother of a 10-year-old girl and the father of an 11-year-old girl have made contact with their daughters who last year were brought from Germany to Paraguay without their consent, the parents' lawyer said Monday.
Swedish government faces tough no-confidence vote
Sweden's lawmakers are Tuesday holding a vote of no-confidence against the country's justice minister, potentially triggering a government crisis only weeks after the country submitted a bid to join NATO.
Women's hockey struggling in Canada
In Canada, hockey is king but there are few queens. In many regions, women's teams do not exist and there is no women's professional league. But many are fighting to change that.
Fallen football chiefs Blatter and Platini face fraud trial
Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini, once the chiefs of world and European football, face trial on Wednesday over a suspected fraudulent payment that shook the sport and torpedoed their time at the top.
Joking about abortion: New York show tackles divisive US subject
America is bitterly divided over abortion. But on stage in New York, comedian Alison Leiby tries to lift taboos surrounding the right by making people laugh at her own experience of ending a pregnancy.
US Capitol assault hearings promise bombshell revelations
The committee investigating last year's assault on the US Capitol launches public hearings Thursday, promising explosive revelations as it lays out in granular detail the story of the deadly siege and assesses Donald Trump's culpability.
Celtics hope homecoming sparks NBA Finals boost
Desperate to reduce turnovers and avoid third-quarter slumps, the Boston Celtics hope coming home will spark a revival in their NBA Finals performance.
US orders seizure of two aircraft owned by Russian oligarch Abramovich
The US Justice Department ordered the seizure Monday of two aircraft owned by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, saying they had been used in violation of sanctions on Russia imposed over its invasion of Ukraine.
Mali junta sets two-year delay until civilian rule
Mali's military rulers announced on Monday they would delay until March 2024 a return to civilian rule following double coups that have been denounced by countries in the region and foreign powers.
Washington accuses Moscow of trying to 'intimidate' US media in Russia
The United States on Monday accused Russia of trying to "intimidate" American correspondents in Moscow, who were summoned by the Russian foreign ministry and threatened with reprisals because of US sanctions.
Apple unveils message recall, other 'wish list' features
Apple opened Monday its first in-person developers conference since the onset of the pandemic with chips, maps and a way to delete precipitously sent messages, but was mum on any virtual reality offerings.
Dominican Republic minister shot dead in office
The Dominican Republic's environment minister, Orlando Jorge Mera, was shot dead during a meeting on Monday by a businessman and longtime friend, who has been taken into custody, the government said.
Twelve players earn exemptions into US Open
Twelve golfers received exemptions into next week's 122nd US Open through world rankings and a European Tour qualifying series, the US Golf Association announced on Monday.
Kramaric penalty rescues Croatia against France in Nations League
Andrej Kramaric scored a late penalty as Croatia salvaged a 1-1 draw at home to world champions France on Monday that left both teams still chasing a first win in the Nations League.
Blinken says reports of Russia stealing Ukraine grain 'credible'
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken gave support Monday to reports that Russia has stolen grain from Ukraine for resale, even as Moscow blocks the country from exporting its own corn.
Croatia hold France in Nations League
Andrej Kramaric scored a late penalty as Croatia salvaged a 1-1 draw at home to world champions France on Monday that left both teams still chasing a first win in the Nations League.
Mickelson joins Saudi-backed golf series
Phil Mickelson confirmed on Monday he has signed up to play in the lucrative Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series.
UK PM Johnson survives Tory MPs' no-confidence vote
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday survived a vote of no confidence from his own Conservative MPs, after a string of scandals that have left the party's standing in tatters.
Mickelson confirms joining Saudi-backed golf series
Phil Mickelson confirmed on Monday he has signed up to play in the lucrative Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series.
UK PM braces for result of Tory no-confidence vote
British Conservative MPs on Monday voted on the future of Prime Minister Boris Johnson, after calling a no-confidence vote over a string of scandals that have left the party's public standing in tatters.
Mancini asks for 'no pressure' on young gun Gnonto ahead of Hungary clash
Roberto Mancini said Monday that Wilfried Gnonto shouldn't have pressure put on him despite the teen attacker's Italy debut exciting fans still reeling from failing to qualify for the World Cup.
Mexico snub throws Americas' summit into disarray
President Joe Biden's plans to reboot US engagement with Latin America -- especially over critical topics like migration -- took a major hit after key partner Mexico snubbed a regional summit opening Monday in Los Angeles to protest the exclusion of three far-left countries.
Injured Salah led Egypt to victory after defying Liverpool
Injured Liverpool star Mohamed Salah defied his club and captained Egypt to a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying victory over Guinea in Cairo at the weekend, according to national coach Ehab Galal.
MP demands retraction of 'smears' against Liverpool fans
UK ministers must press UEFA and the French government to "retract the attempts to smear" Liverpool fans over the chaotic scenes at the Champions League final, lawmakers heard on Monday.
Gun attack on church in southwest Nigeria leaves 21 dead
Gunmen killed at least 21 people, including children, in an attack on a Catholic church in southwest Nigeria on Sunday, local officials said, in violence that drew widespread international condemnation.
Dancing 'old heart-throbs' become TikTok sensation in Japan
Showing off their awkward moves in shirts, ties and brightly coloured belly warmers, four men in their 50s and 60s have become Japan's latest TikTok sensation.
Global crises must not delay action on climate, UN talks told
A barrage of global crises must not deflect attention from urgent climate action, the UN's climate chief warned Monday, as negotiators from nearly 200 nations began talks in Germany against the backdrop of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
British journalist, indigenous expert missing in Brazil
A British journalist and a Brazilian indigenous expert have gone missing in a remote region of the Amazon rainforest after receiving threats, The Guardian newspaper and indigenous-rights groups said Monday, raising fears for their safety.
Vuillermoz caps comeback with Dauphine stage and race lead
Alexis Vuillermoz, a veteran who feared for his life after a crash last season, capped his recovery by winning a frantic sprint on Monday to take the overall lead in the Criterium du Dauphine.