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05/08/2018 - 21:21

Trump defies allies to withdraw US from Iran nuclear deal

President Donald Trump defied the pleas of his European allies and pulled the United States out of the Iran nuclear deal on Tuesday, vowing to reimpose crippling sanctions on Tehran and warning that Iranians deserve a better government.

Trump defies allies to withdraw US from Iran nuclear deal

President Donald Trump defied the pleas of his European allies and pulled the United States out of the Iran nuclear deal on Tuesday, vowing to reimpose crippling sanctions on Tehran and warning that Iranians deserve a better government.


05/08/2018 - 21:21

Argentina seeks IMF financing to stabilize economy

Argentina opened talks with the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday to seek a financial aid package, 17 years after the country defaulted on its debt and 12 years after cutting ties with the fund.

Argentina seeks IMF financing to stabilize economy

Argentina opened talks with the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday to seek a financial aid package, 17 years after the country defaulted on its debt and 12 years after cutting ties with the fund.


05/08/2018 - 21:02

Trump announces US withdrawal from 'defective' Iran deal

President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced the US withdrawal from the "defective" multinational nuclear deal with Iran, as Washington moved to reinstate punishing sanctions against the Islamic republic.

Trump announces US withdrawal from 'defective' Iran deal

President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced the US withdrawal from the "defective" multinational nuclear deal with Iran, as Washington moved to reinstate punishing sanctions against the Islamic republic.


05/08/2018 - 20:54

Trump deploys Pompeo to N.Korea to prepare Kim summit

US President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Washington's chief diplomat Mike Pompeo is on his way to North Korea to prepare for a landmark nuclear summit, as a flurry of diplomacy with Pyongyang at the center gathered pace.

Trump deploys Pompeo to N.Korea to prepare Kim summit

US President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Washington's chief diplomat Mike Pompeo is on his way to North Korea to prepare for a landmark nuclear summit, as a flurry of diplomacy with Pyongyang at the center gathered pace.


05/08/2018 - 20:49

Scandal, women power and bans as Cannes festival opens

The most political Cannes film festival in years opened Tuesday with female stars vowing to protest on the red carpet against industry sexism, two top directors barred from attending and bans hanging over some movies.

Scandal, women power and bans as Cannes festival opens

The most political Cannes film festival in years opened Tuesday with female stars vowing to protest on the red carpet against industry sexism, two top directors barred from attending and bans hanging over some movies.


05/08/2018 - 20:33

New outbreak of Ebola kills 17 in northwest DR Congo

Seventeen people in northwest Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have died from Ebola, the health ministry said on Tuesday, describing the fresh outbreak as a "public health emergency with international impact."

New outbreak of Ebola kills 17 in northwest DR Congo

Seventeen people in northwest Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have died from Ebola, the health ministry said on Tuesday, describing the fresh outbreak as a "public health emergency with international impact."


05/08/2018 - 19:27

Xi urges Trump to consider N. Korea's 'reasonable security concerns': state media

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged US counterpart Donald Trump to take Pyongyang's "reasonable security concerns" into consideration, in a phone call Tuesday hours after Xi met North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

Xi urges Trump to consider N. Korea's 'reasonable security concerns': state media

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged US counterpart Donald Trump to take Pyongyang's "reasonable security concerns" into consideration, in a phone call Tuesday hours after Xi met North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.


05/08/2018 - 19:10

New outbreak of Ebola kills 17 in northwest DR Congo

Seventeen people in northwest Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have died from Ebola, the health ministry said on Tuesday, describing the fresh outbreak as a "public health emergency with international impact."

New outbreak of Ebola kills 17 in northwest DR Congo

Seventeen people in northwest Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have died from Ebola, the health ministry said on Tuesday, describing the fresh outbreak as a "public health emergency with international impact."


05/08/2018 - 19:06

Argentina seeks IMF financing: Macri

Argentina opened discussions with the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday about obtaining a "line of financial support," President Mauricio Macri announced amid a bout of market turbulence in Latin America's third largest economy.

Argentina seeks IMF financing: Macri

Argentina opened discussions with the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday about obtaining a "line of financial support," President Mauricio Macri announced amid a bout of market turbulence in Latin America's third largest economy.


05/08/2018 - 18:41

China resists push at UN for Myanmar probe of Rohingya attacks

China is resisting a British-led push at the UN Security Council to increase pressure on Myanmar to try those responsible for attacks on the Rohingya, according to a draft statement seen by AFP on Tuesday.

China resists push at UN for Myanmar probe of Rohingya attacks

China is resisting a British-led push at the UN Security Council to increase pressure on Myanmar to try those responsible for attacks on the Rohingya, according to a draft statement seen by AFP on Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 18:13

Genes linked with sunburn, skin cancer risk

Certain genes can determine which people are more at risk of getting sunburnt, and possibly develop skin cancer as a result, scientists said Tuesday.

Genes linked with sunburn, skin cancer risk

Certain genes can determine which people are more at risk of getting sunburnt, and possibly develop skin cancer as a result, scientists said Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 18:08

Protests expected as Orban readies for third term

Hungarian anti-government protestors prepared to take to the streets Tuesday after strongman Viktor Orban was nominated for re-election as prime minister for a third consecutive term, as the country's new parliament was inaugurated.

Protests expected as Orban readies for third term

Hungarian anti-government protestors prepared to take to the streets Tuesday after strongman Viktor Orban was nominated for re-election as prime minister for a third consecutive term, as the country's new parliament was inaugurated.


05/08/2018 - 17:31

Alex Ferguson 'showing signs of recovery' after brain haemorrhage

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson was sitting up and talking to his family, reports said Tuesday, as he recovers from emergency surgery following a brain haemorrhage.

Alex Ferguson 'showing signs of recovery' after brain haemorrhage

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson was sitting up and talking to his family, reports said Tuesday, as he recovers from emergency surgery following a brain haemorrhage.


05/08/2018 - 17:09

Medvedev secures new mandate as Russian prime minister

Dmitry Medvedev secured a fresh term as Russian prime minister on Tuesday, as the lower house of parliament voted overwhelmingly for President Vladimir Putin's long-term ally to retain his post.

Medvedev secures new mandate as Russian prime minister

Dmitry Medvedev secured a fresh term as Russian prime minister on Tuesday, as the lower house of parliament voted overwhelmingly for President Vladimir Putin's long-term ally to retain his post.


05/08/2018 - 16:44

Yankees, Red Sox to play twice in London in 2019

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox will clash in two regular-season games in London next year -- the first ever Major League Baseball matches played in Europe, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred announced on Tuesday.

Yankees, Red Sox to play twice in London in 2019

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox will clash in two regular-season games in London next year -- the first ever Major League Baseball matches played in Europe, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred announced on Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 16:20

NY attorney general latest scalp in #MeToo reckoning

New York state's top prosecutor, a public defender of the #MeToo movement and antagonist of Donald Trump, has become the latest public figure to resign over allegations of sexual misconduct.

NY attorney general latest scalp in #MeToo reckoning

New York state's top prosecutor, a public defender of the #MeToo movement and antagonist of Donald Trump, has become the latest public figure to resign over allegations of sexual misconduct.


05/08/2018 - 14:04

Williams promises 'naked cartwheels' if he repeats snooker world title

Newly crowned world snooker champion Mark Williams has vowed to perform naked cartwheels if he repeats his stunning triumph next year -- after stripping off in celebration of his nailbiting victory.

Williams promises 'naked cartwheels' if he repeats snooker world title

Newly crowned world snooker champion Mark Williams has vowed to perform naked cartwheels if he repeats his stunning triumph next year -- after stripping off in celebration of his nailbiting victory.


05/08/2018 - 14:03

Who's who in the Cannes film festival jury

In a year rocked by the #MeToo movement, the jury of the Cannes film festival is both majority female and led by a woman. Here are the nine members:

Who's who in the Cannes film festival jury

In a year rocked by the #MeToo movement, the jury of the Cannes film festival is both majority female and led by a woman. Here are the nine members:


05/08/2018 - 13:39

Xi Jinping and N. Korea's Kim Jong Un meet in China

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un met in northeast China on Tuesday in an unannounced visit by the North Korean leader ahead of an expected summit with US President Donald Trump.

Xi Jinping and N. Korea's Kim Jong Un meet in China

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un met in northeast China on Tuesday in an unannounced visit by the North Korean leader ahead of an expected summit with US President Donald Trump.


05/08/2018 - 12:32

North America 2026 World Cup bid vows record profit

Leaders of North America's bid for the 2026 World Cup urged FIFA voters to ignore the "politics of the moment" on Tuesday as they promised to deliver a record-breaking multi-billion-dollar profit for the global football showpiece.

North America 2026 World Cup bid vows record profit

Leaders of North America's bid for the 2026 World Cup urged FIFA voters to ignore the "politics of the moment" on Tuesday as they promised to deliver a record-breaking multi-billion-dollar profit for the global football showpiece.


05/08/2018 - 12:27

Iran's Rouhani 'losing everything' due to Trump

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani staked his legacy on efforts to end decades of tension with the West. With the landmark nuclear deal unravelling, what hope is there for his political future?

Iran's Rouhani 'losing everything' due to Trump

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani staked his legacy on efforts to end decades of tension with the West. With the landmark nuclear deal unravelling, what hope is there for his political future?


05/08/2018 - 11:19

N. Korea plane drives speculation over Kim visit to China

An airplane normally used by North Korean VIPs flew out of China on Tuesday, Japanese media reported, sparking speculation that Kim Jong Un may have made a secret visit to the country.

N. Korea plane drives speculation over Kim visit to China

An airplane normally used by North Korean VIPs flew out of China on Tuesday, Japanese media reported, sparking speculation that Kim Jong Un may have made a secret visit to the country.


05/08/2018 - 11:15

Ferguson showing signs of recovery: reports

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson is sitting up and talking to his family following emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage, media reports said Tuesday.

Ferguson showing signs of recovery: reports

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson is sitting up and talking to his family following emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage, media reports said Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 10:14

Japan's Takeda to buy Shire in record $62.5 bn deal

Drug giant Takeda on Tuesday said it would buy Irish pharmaceuticals firm Shire in a deal worth $62.5 billion, the biggest foreign takeover ever by a Japanese firm.

Japan's Takeda to buy Shire in record $62.5 bn deal

Drug giant Takeda on Tuesday said it would buy Irish pharmaceuticals firm Shire in a deal worth $62.5 billion, the biggest foreign takeover ever by a Japanese firm.


05/08/2018 - 09:17

Japan's Takeda announces £46 bn firm offer for Shire

Japanese drug giant Takeda on Tuesday announced a firm acquisition offer worth £46 billion ($62.5 billion) for Irish pharma firm Shire, after a series of unofficial bids were turned down.

Japan's Takeda announces £46 bn firm offer for Shire

Japanese drug giant Takeda on Tuesday announced a firm acquisition offer worth £46 billion ($62.5 billion) for Irish pharma firm Shire, after a series of unofficial bids were turned down.


05/08/2018 - 08:43

German industrial production rebounds in March

Industrial production in Germany bounced back in March from a February slip, official data showed Tuesday, soothing fears of sharp slowdown after a year of unexpectedly strong growth.

German industrial production rebounds in March

Industrial production in Germany bounced back in March from a February slip, official data showed Tuesday, soothing fears of sharp slowdown after a year of unexpectedly strong growth.


05/08/2018 - 08:10

China's trade surplus with US grows

China's surplus with the United States widened in April, underlining an imbalance between the economic titans as they struggle to reach an agreement on averting a potentially damaging trade war.

China's trade surplus with US grows

China's surplus with the United States widened in April, underlining an imbalance between the economic titans as they struggle to reach an agreement on averting a potentially damaging trade war.


05/08/2018 - 06:57

LeBron leads Cavs sweep, Sixers stay alive

LeBron James led the way as the Cleveland Cavaliers wrapped up a series sweep with a ruthless demolition of the Toronto Raptors on Monday to book their place in the NBA Eastern Conference finals.

LeBron leads Cavs sweep, Sixers stay alive

LeBron James led the way as the Cleveland Cavaliers wrapped up a series sweep with a ruthless demolition of the Toronto Raptors on Monday to book their place in the NBA Eastern Conference finals.

05/08/2018 - 21:16

Guangzhou snuff out Pato, Modeste in Asian Champions League

Guangzhou Evergrande nullified the twin threat of Alexandre Pato and Anthony Modeste to earn a 0-0 draw at Chinese rivals Tianjin Quanjian in the Asian Champions League last 16 on Tuesday.

Guangzhou snuff out Pato, Modeste in Asian Champions League

Guangzhou Evergrande nullified the twin threat of Alexandre Pato and Anthony Modeste to earn a 0-0 draw at Chinese rivals Tianjin Quanjian in the Asian Champions League last 16 on Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 20:51

Russian FA fined 30,000 Swiss francs for racist chants at France match

Russia's football association has been fined 30,000 Swiss francs (25,000 euros) following racist chants by supporters during a friendly between the World Cup hosts and France in March, FIFA said on Tuesday.

Russian FA fined 30,000 Swiss francs for racist chants at France match

Russia's football association has been fined 30,000 Swiss francs (25,000 euros) following racist chants by supporters during a friendly between the World Cup hosts and France in March, FIFA said on Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 20:07

Froome suffers in Sicily, Wellens wins fourth stage

British race favourite Chris Froome's Giro d'Italia hopes suffered in Sicily on Monday as the four-time Tour de France champion lost time in a fourth stage won by Belgian Tim Wellens.

Froome suffers in Sicily, Wellens wins fourth stage

British race favourite Chris Froome's Giro d'Italia hopes suffered in Sicily on Monday as the four-time Tour de France champion lost time in a fourth stage won by Belgian Tim Wellens.


05/08/2018 - 19:21

Pirlo mulls Italian coaching role

Retired Italian great Andrea Pirlo revealed Tuesday he would love to be involved in the national team's coaching staff, declaring "the blue shirt has always been a second skin".

Pirlo mulls Italian coaching role

Retired Italian great Andrea Pirlo revealed Tuesday he would love to be involved in the national team's coaching staff, declaring "the blue shirt has always been a second skin".


05/08/2018 - 19:07

Baseball chiefs hope Yankees-Red Sox is perfect pitch for European market

Baseball wants to conquer the European market and by tossing historic rivals the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees together in London next year, Major League baseball commissioner Rob Manfred hopes to strike a first significant blow.

Baseball chiefs hope Yankees-Red Sox is perfect pitch for European market

Baseball wants to conquer the European market and by tossing historic rivals the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees together in London next year, Major League baseball commissioner Rob Manfred hopes to strike a first significant blow.


05/08/2018 - 18:57

Griezmann belongs to us 'as of today' - Atletico president

Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has refused to clarify the future of Antoine Griezmann, amid speculation the striker is set for a move to Barcelona.

Griezmann belongs to us 'as of today' - Atletico president

Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has refused to clarify the future of Antoine Griezmann, amid speculation the striker is set for a move to Barcelona.


05/08/2018 - 18:48

Russian FA fined 30,000 Swiss francs for racist chants at France match

Russia's football association has been fined 30,000 Swiss francs (25,000 euros) following racist chants by supporters during a friendly between the World Cup hosts and France in March, FIFA said on Tuesday.

Russian FA fined 30,000 Swiss francs for racist chants at France match

Russia's football association has been fined 30,000 Swiss francs (25,000 euros) following racist chants by supporters during a friendly between the World Cup hosts and France in March, FIFA said on Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 18:07

Conte coy over Chelsea future

Antonio Conte dodged questions over his Chelsea future ahead of Wednesday's clash with Huddersfield, which could be his final home match at the helm of the deposed Premier League champions.

Conte coy over Chelsea future

Antonio Conte dodged questions over his Chelsea future ahead of Wednesday's clash with Huddersfield, which could be his final home match at the helm of the deposed Premier League champions.


05/08/2018 - 17:58

Pochettino relieved Spurs destiny still in own hands

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino said Tuesday he is pleased his side still have Champions League qualification in their own hands as they prepare for a nervy end to the Premier League season.

Pochettino relieved Spurs destiny still in own hands

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino said Tuesday he is pleased his side still have Champions League qualification in their own hands as they prepare for a nervy end to the Premier League season.


05/08/2018 - 17:31

Alex Ferguson 'showing signs of recovery' after brain haemorrhage

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson was sitting up and talking to his family, reports said Tuesday, as he recovers from emergency surgery following a brain haemorrhage.

Alex Ferguson 'showing signs of recovery' after brain haemorrhage

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson was sitting up and talking to his family, reports said Tuesday, as he recovers from emergency surgery following a brain haemorrhage.


05/08/2018 - 17:27

Yankees, Red Sox to clash in London in 2019

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox will clash in the first Major League Baseball games in Europe next year as the sport looks to grow its global fanbase, MLB chiefs announced on Tuesday.

Yankees, Red Sox to clash in London in 2019

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox will clash in the first Major League Baseball games in Europe next year as the sport looks to grow its global fanbase, MLB chiefs announced on Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 17:18

Guardiola dedicates Brighton game to departing Toure

Pep Guardiola has dedicated Manchester City’s final home game of their championship-winning season to Yaya Toure, a player he has described as one of the most important figures in the club's history.

Guardiola dedicates Brighton game to departing Toure

Pep Guardiola has dedicated Manchester City’s final home game of their championship-winning season to Yaya Toure, a player he has described as one of the most important figures in the club's history.


05/08/2018 - 16:44

Yankees, Red Sox to play twice in London in 2019

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox will clash in two regular-season games in London next year -- the first ever Major League Baseball matches played in Europe, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred announced on Tuesday.

Yankees, Red Sox to play twice in London in 2019

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox will clash in two regular-season games in London next year -- the first ever Major League Baseball matches played in Europe, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred announced on Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 16:36

Halep sails past Mertens at Madrid Open

Reigning champion Simona Halep edged closer to a third consecutive Madrid Open title by beating Belgium's Elise Mertens on Tuesday.

Halep sails past Mertens at Madrid Open

Reigning champion Simona Halep edged closer to a third consecutive Madrid Open title by beating Belgium's Elise Mertens on Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 16:30

North America 2026 World Cup bid vows record profit

Leaders of North America's bid for the 2026 World Cup urged FIFA voters to ignore the "politics of the moment" on Tuesday as they promised to deliver a record-breaking multi-billion-dollar profit for the global football showpiece.

North America 2026 World Cup bid vows record profit

Leaders of North America's bid for the 2026 World Cup urged FIFA voters to ignore the "politics of the moment" on Tuesday as they promised to deliver a record-breaking multi-billion-dollar profit for the global football showpiece.


05/08/2018 - 16:15

Gatland names Hill, Jenkins as co-captains for Wales tour

Dragons lock Cory Hill and Cardiff Blues flanker Ellis Jenkins were Tuesday named as co-captains for Wales's Test matches against South Africa and Argentina next month.

Gatland names Hill, Jenkins as co-captains for Wales tour

Dragons lock Cory Hill and Cardiff Blues flanker Ellis Jenkins were Tuesday named as co-captains for Wales's Test matches against South Africa and Argentina next month.


05/08/2018 - 16:02

Klopp confident Liverpool will seal Champions League spot

Jurgen Klopp is confident Liverpool will recover from a disappointing Premier League run to seal qualification for next season's Champions League in their final game against Brighton.

Klopp confident Liverpool will seal Champions League spot

Jurgen Klopp is confident Liverpool will recover from a disappointing Premier League run to seal qualification for next season's Champions League in their final game against Brighton.


05/08/2018 - 15:29

Leeds Utd arrive for controversial tour of Myanmar

Leeds United arrived in Myanmar Tuesday to kick off an end-of-season tour mired in controversy over whether the visitors should be playing in a country the UN accuses of ethnic cleansing against its Rohingya Muslim minority.

Leeds Utd arrive for controversial tour of Myanmar

Leeds United arrived in Myanmar Tuesday to kick off an end-of-season tour mired in controversy over whether the visitors should be playing in a country the UN accuses of ethnic cleansing against its Rohingya Muslim minority.


05/08/2018 - 14:35

Zidane confident Ronaldo will recover for Champions League final

Zinedine Zidane believes Cristiano Ronaldo will be fit to play for Real Madrid in the Champions League final.

Zidane confident Ronaldo will recover for Champions League final

Zinedine Zidane believes Cristiano Ronaldo will be fit to play for Real Madrid in the Champions League final.


05/08/2018 - 14:04

Williams promises 'naked cartwheels' if he repeats snooker world title

Newly crowned world snooker champion Mark Williams has vowed to perform naked cartwheels if he repeats his stunning triumph next year -- after stripping off in celebration of his nailbiting victory.

Williams promises 'naked cartwheels' if he repeats snooker world title

Newly crowned world snooker champion Mark Williams has vowed to perform naked cartwheels if he repeats his stunning triumph next year -- after stripping off in celebration of his nailbiting victory.


05/08/2018 - 13:48

Wenger 'surprised' at job offers as he prepares for Arsenal farewell

Arsene Wenger said Tuesday he has been surprised at the number of job offers he has received since his departure from Arsenal was announced, urging the club to appoint his successor as soon as possible.

Wenger 'surprised' at job offers as he prepares for Arsenal farewell

Arsene Wenger said Tuesday he has been surprised at the number of job offers he has received since his departure from Arsenal was announced, urging the club to appoint his successor as soon as possible.


05/08/2018 - 13:00

All roads lead to Rome for double-chasing Juventus

All roads lead to Rome this week for Juventus who will look to seal the Italian Cup and Serie A double in the space of four days at the Stadio Olimpico.

All roads lead to Rome for double-chasing Juventus

All roads lead to Rome this week for Juventus who will look to seal the Italian Cup and Serie A double in the space of four days at the Stadio Olimpico.


05/08/2018 - 12:41

Townsend names new faces in Scotland rugby squad

Gregor Townsend has named six new faces in his Scotland squad for their summer tour of the United States, Canada and Argentina.

Townsend names new faces in Scotland rugby squad

Gregor Townsend has named six new faces in his Scotland squad for their summer tour of the United States, Canada and Argentina.


05/08/2018 - 11:15

Ferguson showing signs of recovery: reports

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson is sitting up and talking to his family following emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage, media reports said Tuesday.

Ferguson showing signs of recovery: reports

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson is sitting up and talking to his family following emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage, media reports said Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 11:13

Mancini reaches agreement to coach Italy - report

Zenit Saint Petersburg manager Roberto Mancini has reached agreement to become the next Italy coach after accepting a pay cut to take the job, according to reports on Tuesday.

Mancini reaches agreement to coach Italy - report

Zenit Saint Petersburg manager Roberto Mancini has reached agreement to become the next Italy coach after accepting a pay cut to take the job, according to reports on Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 10:59

'Devastated' Koscielny ruled out of World Cup

Veteran French defender Laurent Koscielny is "devastated" at missing out on this year's World Cup finals after undergoing surgery on a ruptured Achilles tendon, said Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.

'Devastated' Koscielny ruled out of World Cup

Veteran French defender Laurent Koscielny is "devastated" at missing out on this year's World Cup finals after undergoing surgery on a ruptured Achilles tendon, said Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.


05/08/2018 - 09:35

New Zealand women footballers get same pay as men

New Zealand's football body announced a new deal Tuesday that gives the national women's team the same pay and conditions as the men's side, becoming one of the world's first countries to do so.

New Zealand women footballers get same pay as men

New Zealand's football body announced a new deal Tuesday that gives the national women's team the same pay and conditions as the men's side, becoming one of the world's first countries to do so.

05/08/2018 - 20:49

Scandal, women power and bans as Cannes festival opens

The most political Cannes film festival in years opened Tuesday with female stars vowing to protest on the red carpet against industry sexism, two top directors barred from attending and bans hanging over some movies.

Scandal, women power and bans as Cannes festival opens

The most political Cannes film festival in years opened Tuesday with female stars vowing to protest on the red carpet against industry sexism, two top directors barred from attending and bans hanging over some movies.


05/08/2018 - 19:53

Farrow, the Pulitzer-winning whiz, behind #Metoo cause

Ronan Farrow is the whiz kid prodigy whose vaunted investigative reporting helped birth America's #MeToo sexual harassment watershed, bringing down Harvey Weinstein and a New York prosecutor, and winning him a Pulitzer Prize.

Farrow, the Pulitzer-winning whiz, behind #Metoo cause

Ronan Farrow is the whiz kid prodigy whose vaunted investigative reporting helped birth America's #MeToo sexual harassment watershed, bringing down Harvey Weinstein and a New York prosecutor, and winning him a Pulitzer Prize.


05/08/2018 - 19:49

Polanski calls #MeToo movement 'mass hysteria'

Film director Roman Polanski dismissed the #MeToo movement as "mass hysteria" and "hypocrisy" in a Polish interview carried out before he was expelled from the Oscars academy.

Polanski calls #MeToo movement 'mass hysteria'

Film director Roman Polanski dismissed the #MeToo movement as "mass hysteria" and "hypocrisy" in a Polish interview carried out before he was expelled from the Oscars academy.


05/08/2018 - 19:31

White House blasts 'opposition media' in Melania booklet flap

The White House attacked "opposition media" Tuesday for criticizing First Lady Melania Trump's use of an Obama-era pamphlet to launch her campaign against online bullying.

White House blasts 'opposition media' in Melania booklet flap

The White House attacked "opposition media" Tuesday for criticizing First Lady Melania Trump's use of an Obama-era pamphlet to launch her campaign against online bullying.


05/08/2018 - 18:43

Childish Gambino targets gun violence, racism in viral video

A graphic music video by Childish Gambino is racking up the views on YouTube with a powerful message about gun violence and racism in America.

Childish Gambino targets gun violence, racism in viral video

A graphic music video by Childish Gambino is racking up the views on YouTube with a powerful message about gun violence and racism in America.


05/08/2018 - 17:26

Brazil's first lady mocked after jumping in lake to rescue dog

Brazil's first lady Marcela Temer leapt fully clothed into a lake at the presidential palace to rescue her pet dog -- then got roasted on social media.

Brazil's first lady mocked after jumping in lake to rescue dog

Brazil's first lady Marcela Temer leapt fully clothed into a lake at the presidential palace to rescue her pet dog -- then got roasted on social media.


05/08/2018 - 17:04

Travolta family's mob film to finally hit the screen

A long-awaited biopic of the notorious New York mafia boss John Gotti starring John Travolta is slated to premiere at Cannes, the film festival said Tuesday.

Travolta family's mob film to finally hit the screen

A long-awaited biopic of the notorious New York mafia boss John Gotti starring John Travolta is slated to premiere at Cannes, the film festival said Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 15:19

'Alita' director Robert Rodriguez on emulating legend James Cameron

Before James Cameron turned "Avatar" into the highest-grossing movie in history, he was working on a new kind of cinematic heroine with the big-screen adaptation of manga series "Battle Angel Alita."

'Alita' director Robert Rodriguez on emulating legend James Cameron

Before James Cameron turned "Avatar" into the highest-grossing movie in history, he was working on a new kind of cinematic heroine with the big-screen adaptation of manga series "Battle Angel Alita."


05/08/2018 - 14:03

Who's who in the Cannes film festival jury

In a year rocked by the #MeToo movement, the jury of the Cannes film festival is both majority female and led by a woman. Here are the nine members:

Who's who in the Cannes film festival jury

In a year rocked by the #MeToo movement, the jury of the Cannes film festival is both majority female and led by a woman. Here are the nine members:


05/08/2018 - 13:21

Belgian singer dies just days after making comeback

Popular Belgian singer Maurane has died at the age of 57, just days after returning to the stage following an absence of more than two years, prompting an outpouring of emotion from the French-speaking music world.

Belgian singer dies just days after making comeback

Popular Belgian singer Maurane has died at the age of 57, just days after returning to the stage following an absence of more than two years, prompting an outpouring of emotion from the French-speaking music world.


05/08/2018 - 12:57

Cannes love crucial for dissident directors: Iranian contender

Oscar-winning Iranian director Asghar Farhadi said it was crucial for festivals to support dissident filmmakers like his banned colleague Jafar Panahi who has not been allowed to attend Cannes.

Cannes love crucial for dissident directors: Iranian contender

Oscar-winning Iranian director Asghar Farhadi said it was crucial for festivals to support dissident filmmakers like his banned colleague Jafar Panahi who has not been allowed to attend Cannes.


05/08/2018 - 06:34

Fashion priestesses get holy at New York Met Gala

Madonna and Rihanna stunned as fashion high priestesses on the red carpet at New York's Met Gala on Monday, headlining the most sought after invitation in the celebrity universe.

Fashion priestesses get holy at New York Met Gala

Madonna and Rihanna stunned as fashion high priestesses on the red carpet at New York's Met Gala on Monday, headlining the most sought after invitation in the celebrity universe.


05/08/2018 - 06:15

Tales of international intrigue after Dubai princess's failed escape

A detained Emirate princess, a yacht seized by Indian soldiers in international waters, a Frenchman being held in Luxembourg -- accounts from key players in the attempted escape by a daughter of the ruler of Dubai have all the hallmarks of a geopolitical thriller.

Tales of international intrigue after Dubai princess's failed escape

A detained Emirate princess, a yacht seized by Indian soldiers in international waters, a Frenchman being held in Luxembourg -- accounts from key players in the attempted escape by a daughter of the ruler of Dubai have all the hallmarks of a geopolitical thriller.


05/08/2018 - 05:30

A few good women: Female filmmakers at Cannes

In a year dominated by the #MeToo movement, the Cannes film festival -- which starts Tuesday -- is feeling the heat to address glaring gender imbalances in the competition for its top prize, the Palme d'Or.

A few good women: Female filmmakers at Cannes

In a year dominated by the #MeToo movement, the Cannes film festival -- which starts Tuesday -- is feeling the heat to address glaring gender imbalances in the competition for its top prize, the Palme d'Or.


05/08/2018 - 04:54

Under house arrest, Russia's Serebrennikov misses Cannes festival

Under house arrest since August last year, Russian theatre and film director Kirill Serebrennikov will miss the Cannes Film Festival this week, where his film "Leto" or Summer is competing for the prestigious Palme d'Or prize.

Under house arrest, Russia's Serebrennikov misses Cannes festival

Under house arrest since August last year, Russian theatre and film director Kirill Serebrennikov will miss the Cannes Film Festival this week, where his film "Leto" or Summer is competing for the prestigious Palme d'Or prize.


05/08/2018 - 03:47

Films in the running for the top prize at Cannes

From an African-American detective infiltrating the Ku Klux Klan to Kurdish female fighters battling jihadists, here are the movies that will compete for the top Palme d'Or prize at the Cannes film festival which starts Tuesday:

Films in the running for the top prize at Cannes

From an African-American detective infiltrating the Ku Klux Klan to Kurdish female fighters battling jihadists, here are the movies that will compete for the top Palme d'Or prize at the Cannes film festival which starts Tuesday:


05/08/2018 - 01:35

'Avengers' muscles rivals aside to continue box office dominance

"Avengers: Infinity War" flexed its considerable muscle anew this weekend in North American theaters, pulling in a robust $114.8 million and leaving other top films in its dust, according to figures released on Monday.

'Avengers' muscles rivals aside to continue box office dominance

"Avengers: Infinity War" flexed its considerable muscle anew this weekend in North American theaters, pulling in a robust $114.8 million and leaving other top films in its dust, according to figures released on Monday.


05/08/2018 - 01:31

Watching the detectives: the movie sleuths saving silent cinema

In the Spanish colonial-style environs of Hollywood's Roosevelt Hotel, around 100 film buffs chew pencils, polish spectacles and furrow brows in the flickering glow of long-forgotten silent movies.

Watching the detectives: the movie sleuths saving silent cinema

In the Spanish colonial-style environs of Hollywood's Roosevelt Hotel, around 100 film buffs chew pencils, polish spectacles and furrow brows in the flickering glow of long-forgotten silent movies.


05/08/2018 - 00:10

Washington's Kennedy Center rescinds Cosby awards

The Kennedy Center announced Monday it has scrapped two major awards previously granted to Bill Cosby, after the disgraced comic was found guilty of sexual assault.

Washington's Kennedy Center rescinds Cosby awards

The Kennedy Center announced Monday it has scrapped two major awards previously granted to Bill Cosby, after the disgraced comic was found guilty of sexual assault.


05/07/2018 - 23:48

Melania Trump in the limelight -- briefly

Melania Trump, until now seemingly more comfortable outside the media glare, briefly stepped into the spotlight Monday to unveil the focus of her work as first lady -- an awareness campaign aimed at helping children.

Melania Trump in the limelight -- briefly

Melania Trump, until now seemingly more comfortable outside the media glare, briefly stepped into the spotlight Monday to unveil the focus of her work as first lady -- an awareness campaign aimed at helping children.


05/07/2018 - 20:01

Female Hollywood stars to protest on Cannes red carpet

Around 100 top actresses and female film directors will stage a protest on the red carpet at the Cannes film festival to support the #MeToo movement against sexual harassment, the organisers said Monday.

Female Hollywood stars to protest on Cannes red carpet

Around 100 top actresses and female film directors will stage a protest on the red carpet at the Cannes film festival to support the #MeToo movement against sexual harassment, the organisers said Monday.


05/07/2018 - 18:54

Irish campaigners in abortion referendum vie for online impact

Leading Irish actors have urged voters in a video posted online Sunday to legalise abortion in the country, as campaigning intensifies ahead of a referendum later this month on the issue.

Irish campaigners in abortion referendum vie for online impact

Leading Irish actors have urged voters in a video posted online Sunday to legalise abortion in the country, as campaigning intensifies ahead of a referendum later this month on the issue.


05/07/2018 - 16:21

Snapchat joins EU group fighting hate speech

Snapchat has agreed to join an EU-sponsored group of US internet giants to combat hate speech and online extremism, EU officials said on Monday.

Snapchat joins EU group fighting hate speech

Snapchat has agreed to join an EU-sponsored group of US internet giants to combat hate speech and online extremism, EU officials said on Monday.


05/07/2018 - 14:02

Italian cinema 'giant' Ermanno Olmi dies aged 86

Palme d'Or winning director Ermanno Olmi has died at the age of 86 after a long battle with illness, the Italian Culture Ministry announced on Monday.

Italian cinema 'giant' Ermanno Olmi dies aged 86

Palme d'Or winning director Ermanno Olmi has died at the age of 86 after a long battle with illness, the Italian Culture Ministry announced on Monday.


05/07/2018 - 13:21

Banned film reveals challenges and progress in gay Kenya

A Kenyan-made film on lesbian love will break new ground when it premieres at the Cannes festival this week -- but at home, the movie has been banned, a decision exposing the often bitter debate over homosexuality in East Africa.

Banned film reveals challenges and progress in gay Kenya

A Kenyan-made film on lesbian love will break new ground when it premieres at the Cannes festival this week -- but at home, the movie has been banned, a decision exposing the often bitter debate over homosexuality in East Africa.


05/07/2018 - 13:12

As elections loom, Thai leader gets cosy with old political clans

The sons of a convicted murderer, a rural "don" who has spun a fortune from football and gun-loving provincial bigwigs -- as elections near, Thai junta leader Prayut Chan-O-Cha is cosying up to "influential figures", a group he vowed to expunge from politics with his coup four years ago.

As elections loom, Thai leader gets cosy with old political clans

The sons of a convicted murderer, a rural "don" who has spun a fortune from football and gun-loving provincial bigwigs -- as elections near, Thai junta leader Prayut Chan-O-Cha is cosying up to "influential figures", a group he vowed to expunge from politics with his coup four years ago.


05/07/2018 - 12:04

Cannes golden couple Bardem and Cruz return to open festival

It was where Javier Bardem memorably declared his love for Penelope Cruz in 2010 -- now the golden couple of Spanish cinema will open this year's Cannes film festival together on Tuesday.

Cannes golden couple Bardem and Cruz return to open festival

It was where Javier Bardem memorably declared his love for Penelope Cruz in 2010 -- now the golden couple of Spanish cinema will open this year's Cannes film festival together on Tuesday.

05/08/2018 - 20:00

Peruvian Amazon undergoing deforestation at accelerating pace: official

The Peruvian Amazon lost nearly two million hectares (five million acres) of forest between 2001 and 2016, or more than 123,000 hectares (300,000 acres) a year, figures made public Tuesday by the ministry of the environment.

Peruvian Amazon undergoing deforestation at accelerating pace: official

The Peruvian Amazon lost nearly two million hectares (five million acres) of forest between 2001 and 2016, or more than 123,000 hectares (300,000 acres) a year, figures made public Tuesday by the ministry of the environment.


05/08/2018 - 16:33

In latest diesel woes, Audi flags new emissions 'irregularities'

German luxury carmaker Audi on Tuesday said it had detected "irregularities" in the emissions controls of recent A6/A7 models, prompting it to halt deliveries in the latest twist in the "dieselgate" scandal dogging parent company Volkswagen.

In latest diesel woes, Audi flags new emissions 'irregularities'

German luxury carmaker Audi on Tuesday said it had detected "irregularities" in the emissions controls of recent A6/A7 models, prompting it to halt deliveries in the latest twist in the "dieselgate" scandal dogging parent company Volkswagen.


05/08/2018 - 15:30

Audi admits emissions 'irregularities', halt A6/A7 deliveries

German luxury carmaker Audi on Tuesday said it had detected "irregularities" in the emissions controls of recent A6/A7 models, prompting it to halt deliveries in the latest twist in the "dieselgate" scandal dogging parent company Volkswagen.

Audi admits emissions 'irregularities', halt A6/A7 deliveries

German luxury carmaker Audi on Tuesday said it had detected "irregularities" in the emissions controls of recent A6/A7 models, prompting it to halt deliveries in the latest twist in the "dieselgate" scandal dogging parent company Volkswagen.


05/08/2018 - 13:13

Renewable energy jobs surge above 10 million: agency

The growing renewable energy industry created 500,000 new jobs globally last year, surpassing the 10 million-mark for the first time, an Abu Dhabi-based agency said on Tuesday.

Renewable energy jobs surge above 10 million: agency

The growing renewable energy industry created 500,000 new jobs globally last year, surpassing the 10 million-mark for the first time, an Abu Dhabi-based agency said on Tuesday.


05/08/2018 - 07:06

Traumatised bears, wolves find solace at Greek sanctuary

Orphaned as an infant, three-year-old Patrick takes a wary view of visitors. He crouches low, licks his claws and starts humming -- a bear's equivalent of thumb-sucking.

Traumatised bears, wolves find solace at Greek sanctuary

Orphaned as an infant, three-year-old Patrick takes a wary view of visitors. He crouches low, licks his claws and starts humming -- a bear's equivalent of thumb-sucking.


05/07/2018 - 19:32

Tourism nearly a tenth of global CO2 emissions

Domestic and international tourism account for eight percent of greenhouse gas emissions, four times more than previously estimated, according to a study published Monday.

Tourism nearly a tenth of global CO2 emissions

Domestic and international tourism account for eight percent of greenhouse gas emissions, four times more than previously estimated, according to a study published Monday.


05/07/2018 - 17:36

Should I stay or go? Birds migrate to save energy: study

Why have some birds opted for a taxing life of constant migration -- seeking out temperate climes to feed as winter arrives, only to return months later to breed?

Should I stay or go? Birds migrate to save energy: study

Why have some birds opted for a taxing life of constant migration -- seeking out temperate climes to feed as winter arrives, only to return months later to breed?


05/07/2018 - 17:18

Hawaii volcano destroys over two dozen homes, more threatened

More than two dozen homes have been destroyed and dozens more are threatened by red-hot lava seeping from the Kilauea volcano, the most active in Hawaii, civil defense officials said.

Hawaii volcano destroys over two dozen homes, more threatened

More than two dozen homes have been destroyed and dozens more are threatened by red-hot lava seeping from the Kilauea volcano, the most active in Hawaii, civil defense officials said.


05/07/2018 - 16:15

New Zealand sinkhole reveals glimpse into 60,000-year-old volcano

A new sinkhole on a North Island farm as deep as four double-decker buses and almost the length of two football fields has grabbed the attention of New Zealand volcanologists.

New Zealand sinkhole reveals glimpse into 60,000-year-old volcano

A new sinkhole on a North Island farm as deep as four double-decker buses and almost the length of two football fields has grabbed the attention of New Zealand volcanologists.


05/07/2018 - 07:52

Australia pledges cash to help save the koala

Australia unveiled on Monday a US$34 million plan to help bring its koala population back from the brink, following a rapid decline in the furry marsupial's fortunes.

Australia pledges cash to help save the koala

Australia unveiled on Monday a US$34 million plan to help bring its koala population back from the brink, following a rapid decline in the furry marsupial's fortunes.


05/06/2018 - 15:43

Tests show no hidden Tutankhamun chambers: ministry

Egypt's antiquities ministry said on Sunday that tests had debunked a theory that there are hidden chambers next to the tomb of Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings.

Tests show no hidden Tutankhamun chambers: ministry

Egypt's antiquities ministry said on Sunday that tests had debunked a theory that there are hidden chambers next to the tomb of Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings.


05/06/2018 - 07:26

After death, Hawking cuts 'multiverse' theory down to size

With a science paper published after his death, Stephen Hawking has revived debate on a deeply divisive question for cosmologists: Is our Universe just one of many in an infinite, ever-expanding "multiverse"?

After death, Hawking cuts 'multiverse' theory down to size

With a science paper published after his death, Stephen Hawking has revived debate on a deeply divisive question for cosmologists: Is our Universe just one of many in an infinite, ever-expanding "multiverse"?


05/05/2018 - 21:55

SpaceX's Dragon cargo ship returns to Earth

SpaceX's unmanned Dragon cargo ship splashed down in the Pacific Ocean on Saturday, the company said, a few hours after leaving the International Space Station Saturday carrying 4,000 pounds (1,800 kilograms) of gear.

SpaceX's Dragon cargo ship returns to Earth

SpaceX's unmanned Dragon cargo ship splashed down in the Pacific Ocean on Saturday, the company said, a few hours after leaving the International Space Station Saturday carrying 4,000 pounds (1,800 kilograms) of gear.


05/05/2018 - 16:19

NASA blasts off Mars-bound spaceship, InSight, to study quakes

NASA on Saturday launched its latest Mars lander, called InSight, designed to perch on the surface and listen for "Marsquakes" ahead of eventual human missions to explore the Red Planet.

NASA blasts off Mars-bound spaceship, InSight, to study quakes

NASA on Saturday launched its latest Mars lander, called InSight, designed to perch on the surface and listen for "Marsquakes" ahead of eventual human missions to explore the Red Planet.


05/05/2018 - 13:13

NASA blasts off Mars lander, InSight

NASA on Saturday blasted off its latest Mars lander, InSight, designed to perch on the surface and listen for "Marsquakes" ahead of eventual human missions to explore the Red Planet.

NASA blasts off Mars lander, InSight

NASA on Saturday blasted off its latest Mars lander, InSight, designed to perch on the surface and listen for "Marsquakes" ahead of eventual human missions to explore the Red Planet.


05/05/2018 - 05:13

One scientist's 30-year quest to get under Mars' skin

Philippe Lognonne has waited three decades to hear the heartbeat of Mars.

One scientist's 30-year quest to get under Mars' skin

Philippe Lognonne has waited three decades to hear the heartbeat of Mars.


05/04/2018 - 22:00

Canada oil sector faces 'significant challenges' to reduce emissions

Canada's oil industry faces "significant challenges" in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, which account for 26 percent of local emissions, but cuts are "essential" for meeting climate agreement targets, the Senate said Friday.

Canada oil sector faces 'significant challenges' to reduce emissions

Canada's oil industry faces "significant challenges" in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, which account for 26 percent of local emissions, but cuts are "essential" for meeting climate agreement targets, the Senate said Friday.


05/04/2018 - 20:43

50 live crocodiles from Malaysia seized at London airport

British officials have seized an illegal shipment of 50 live crocodiles at London Heathrow Airport, the UK Border Force said Friday.

50 live crocodiles from Malaysia seized at London airport

British officials have seized an illegal shipment of 50 live crocodiles at London Heathrow Airport, the UK Border Force said Friday.


05/04/2018 - 15:33

Kilauea: Volatile home of Hawaii's volcano goddess

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano is one of the world's most active, with a lake of molten lava at its peak and an eastern rift erupting near-continuously since 1983.

Kilauea: Volatile home of Hawaii's volcano goddess

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano is one of the world's most active, with a lake of molten lava at its peak and an eastern rift erupting near-continuously since 1983.


05/04/2018 - 15:17

India storm toll of death and devastation rises

The death toll from freak storms that hit India climbed above 140 on Friday as people told how they had no time to escape fierce winds which tore down homes, walls and trees.

India storm toll of death and devastation rises

The death toll from freak storms that hit India climbed above 140 on Friday as people told how they had no time to escape fierce winds which tore down homes, walls and trees.


05/04/2018 - 12:38

Germany's Allianz to stop insuring coal businesses

German insurance giant Allianz said Friday it would stop insuring coal-fired power plants and mines extracting the fuel, adding that it aims to divest from the sector completely by 2040.

Germany's Allianz to stop insuring coal businesses

German insurance giant Allianz said Friday it would stop insuring coal-fired power plants and mines extracting the fuel, adding that it aims to divest from the sector completely by 2040.


05/04/2018 - 08:34

Pigeon pie anyone? Thai town hosts cook-off of culled birds

A Thai district chief has clipped the wings of his town's pigeon population by paying residents to trap the birds and organising a cook-off to build support for the cull.

Pigeon pie anyone? Thai town hosts cook-off of culled birds

A Thai district chief has clipped the wings of his town's pigeon population by paying residents to trap the birds and organising a cook-off to build support for the cull.


05/04/2018 - 05:45

NASA's newest Mars lander to study quakes on Red Planet

NASA is poised to launch its first lander to Mars since 2012, an unmanned spacecraft called InSight that aims to listen for quakes and unravel the mystery of how rocky planets like Earth form.

NASA's newest Mars lander to study quakes on Red Planet

NASA is poised to launch its first lander to Mars since 2012, an unmanned spacecraft called InSight that aims to listen for quakes and unravel the mystery of how rocky planets like Earth form.


05/04/2018 - 05:10

Third of Australia's threatened species not being monitored

A third of Australia's threatened species are not being tracked, scientists said Friday, warning they could easily slide into extinction without anyone noticing.

Third of Australia's threatened species not being monitored

A third of Australia's threatened species are not being tracked, scientists said Friday, warning they could easily slide into extinction without anyone noticing.


05/03/2018 - 23:58

Former Volkswagen CEO Winterkorn indicted in US over 'Dieselgate'

Former Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn has been indicted in the United States over his alleged role in the German auto giant's 'dieselgate' scandal, court papers showed Thursday.

Former Volkswagen CEO Winterkorn indicted in US over 'Dieselgate'

Former Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn has been indicted in the United States over his alleged role in the German auto giant's 'dieselgate' scandal, court papers showed Thursday.


05/03/2018 - 18:10

Use of genealogy site to trace Golden State Killer raises concerns

The arrest of a suspected serial killer and notorious rapist in California using DNA and a public genealogy website has been hailed as a triumph of ingenuity by law enforcement.

Use of genealogy site to trace Golden State Killer raises concerns

The arrest of a suspected serial killer and notorious rapist in California using DNA and a public genealogy website has been hailed as a triumph of ingenuity by law enforcement.


05/03/2018 - 16:46

Six endangered black rhinos on way from S. Africa to Chad

Six critically endangered black rhinos were en route from South Africa to Chad on Thursday in a pioneering project to re-introduce the animals to a country where they were wiped out by poaching nearly 50 years ago.

Six endangered black rhinos on way from S. Africa to Chad

Six critically endangered black rhinos were en route from South Africa to Chad on Thursday in a pioneering project to re-introduce the animals to a country where they were wiped out by poaching nearly 50 years ago.

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