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Irrepressible Sinner primed for career Grand Slam at Roland Garros
Jannik Sinner will head into the French Open as the most overwhelming favourite to win the men's title since Rafael Nadal's hey-day and with the career Grand Slam firmly in his sights.
Economy
China market for Nvidia AI chips to open 'over time': Huang
Nvidia boss Jensen Huang expects China to eventually open its market to high-end US chips that can train and run artificial intelligence systems.
Economy
Asian markets cautious, oil dips after Trump holds off on Iran attack
Asian markets were mixed Tuesday as oil prices eased on hopes of a US-Iran deal, though elevated crude levels capped investor appetite for risk.
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Three killed in San Diego mosque shooting, both suspects dead
A shooting Monday at a mosque complex in southern California killed three people, with two suspected teenage gunmen later found dead in a car from apparent self-inflicted gunshot wounds, police said.
Nature
Love, lust and gnomes as top UK flower show bursts into bloom
From gardens to inspire younger generations, to havens of peace and sanctuary, to a hothouse space designed to stir desire, the UK's top flower show is flourishing.
Economy
Fans of historic DC park wary of Trump plan to 'beautify' city
Every Sunday, percussionists, dancers and everyday residents of the US capital gather in a Washington park for a drum circle -- a decades-old tradition that historically celebrated Black liberation.
Economy
As bee population collapses, US apiarists fear research cuts
In a lot behind a disused West Virginia gas station at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains, Roy Funkhouser is surrounded by about a dozen beekeepers and countless buzzing bees.
Education
Lights out for Cuban students as blockade bites
It's the middle of the night in Havana, but Alejandro Benitez is just getting down to work.
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Campaigners warn Italy's gutted rape bill could help assailants
An attempt in Italy to introduce a consent-based rape law is floundering and experts warn rapists could stand to gain after the far right torpedoed an "only yes means yes" definition.
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Libyan ex-prison boss faces ICC war crimes hearing
A former boss of a notorious Libyan prison faces three days of hearings at the International Criminal Court from Tuesday, accused of war crimes including murder, rape and torture.
Technology
Argentine scientists lay first traps in hantavirus hunt
Scientists attempting to determine whether or not hantavirus is present in Argentina's Ushuaia on Monday laid the very first traps to catch rodents potentially carrying the disease, AFP journalists observed.
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Star of Rome's 'sexy priest' calendar admits: 'I was never a priest'
His face smiles out from every kiosk in Rome on the cover of the ubiquitous "sexy priest" calendar sold to tourists but Giovanni Galizia was never a man of the cloth.
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Harry Styles fans to splash over £1 bn on London concerts: Barclays
Harry Styles' dozen concerts in London this summer will see fans spend more than £1.0 billion ($1.3 billion) combined on tickets and costs including accommodation and travel, Barclays forecast Tuesday.
Politics
Bolivia protest sees violent clashes, looting in La Paz
Bolivian protests calling for center-right President Rodrigo Paz to resign intensified Monday as demonstrators swarmed government buildings and a protest leader faced terrorism charges over the unrest.
Politics
Trump says held off on new Iran attack, upbeat for agreement
US President Donald Trump said he was planning a major new assault on Iran on Tuesday, but held off as he saw hope for securing a so far elusive agreement to end the war.
Sports
Los Angeles World Cup workers vow strike over ICE guarantees
Workers at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium vowed Monday to go on strike if federal immigration enforcement agents are deployed at the venue when it hosts World Cup matches next month.
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Three killed in San Diego mosque shooting, two attackers dead
A shooting at a mosque complex in California killed three people Monday, with two suspected teenage gunmen later found dead in a car from self-inflicted gunshot wounds, police said.
Economy
US to screen for Ebola at airports, one American in DR Congo infected
The United States said Monday it is bolstering precautions to prevent the spread of Ebola, including screening air travelers from outbreak-hit areas and temporarily suspending visa services.
Sports
Aussie Scott officially set for 100th straight major at US Open
Australian Adam Scott is officially set for his 100th consecutive major golf at June's US Open as officials confirmed 35 exemptions into the field on Monday.
Sports
Pep Guardiola to leave Man City at end of the season - reports
Pep Guardiola is set to bring his trophy-laden decade in charge of Manchester City to an end this weekend, according to multiple reports on Monday.
Sports
Neymar back in Brazil squad for fourth World Cup
Brazil superstar Neymar was handed a dramatic recall to the country's World Cup squad on Monday, returning to the national team after a near three-year absence.
Sports
Arsenal on the brink of Premier League title after nervy Burnley win
Arsenal are on the brink of ending a 22-year wait to win the Premier League after beating Burnley 1-0 on Monday to open up a five-point lead at the top.
Economy
Oil rises, global stocks mixed as markets track Iran developments
Global stock markets were mixed Monday and oil prices rose while investors digested shifting developments in the Middle East as US President Donald Trump said he postponed a planned attack on Iran at the request of Gulf leaders.
Sports
World Cup winner Pavard confirms Marseille exit
World Cup winner Benjamin Pavard announced Monday that he was leaving Marseille, where he had been on on loan from Inter Milan and played only one season.
Economy
Trump says holding off on new Iran attack
US President Donald Trump said Monday he had held off on imminent plans to resume attacking Iran, piling pressure as Tehran rebuffs his demands for ending the war.
Politics
Cuba warns of 'bloodbath' if US attacks; Washington adds sanctions
Cuba's leader warned Monday of a "bloodbath" in the event of an American attack, while the US Treasury sanctioned Cuba's main intelligence agency and top leaders as tensions spiked between the arch-foes.
Politics
Trump says delaying Iran attack at request of Gulf leaders
US President Donald Trump said he was postponing a planned attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday at the request of Gulf leaders amid "serious negotiations" with Tehran.
Politics
Cuba warns of 'bloodbath' if US attacks and Washington issues sanctions
Cuba's leader warned Monday of a "bloodbath" in the event of an American attack, and the US Treasury issued sanctions targeting Cuba's main intelligence agency and top leaders as tensions spiked between the longtime rivals.
Boulevard
After mayor's murder, Mexico battles to bring peace
The brazen murder of a small-city mayor shocked Mexico and forced President Claudia Sheinbaum to step up an offensive against all-powerful drug cartels.
Politics
Trump admin creates $1.7 bln fund to compensate allies prosecuted under Biden
US President Donald Trump's Justice Department announced on Monday the creation of a $1.7 billion fund to compensate political allies prosecuted under the Biden administration.
Sports
Pelicans name Mosley as coach, two weeks after Magic firing
Jamahl Mosley was named as the New Orleans Pelicans new head coach on Monday, completing a swift return to the NBA just two weeks after he was dismissed by the Orlando Magic.
Ebola and hantavirus outbreaks sign of our 'dangerous' times: WHO
The deadly hantavirus and Ebola outbreaks are only the latest crises in "dangerous and divisive" times, the World Health Organization chief said Monday.