Hanoi residents mount silent protest over home demolitions
Silent prayer vigils, cautiously worded protest banners and T-shirts pleading for neighbourhoods to be spared -- Hanoi residents are showing rare public opposition to a massive redevelopment scheme that could displace hundreds of thousands.
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West Indies brace for Sri Lanka challenge as Da Silva returns
After a rain-ruined ODI series and a hard-fought T20 seriss, West Indies and Sri Lanka renew their Test rivalry in the Caribbean on Thursday at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua.
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Stokes urged to use curfew controversy as fuel to beat New Zealand
Brendon McCullum has challenged England captain Ben Stokes to use the controversy over his curfew breach as fuel to inspire a series-clinching victory in the third Test against New Zealand.
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Geopolitics and AI in spotlight at China's 'Summer Davos'
Breakthroughs in technologies such as AI are touted as drivers of economic growth, but headwinds include concerns over job losses and geopolitical tensions, speakers told AFP at China's "Summer Davos" this week.
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Ghosts of Gijon linger as new World Cup format encourages collusion
Algeria have waited 44 years for a shot at World Cup revenge against Austria, but the clash is one of many in the final round of group games where sides could settle for a mutually beneficial outcome.
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Race for robotaxi market arrives in London
Bristling with sensors and electronic eyes, robotaxis are appearing on London's streets, slipping silently between red buses and black cabs, as companies battle to lead Europe's emerging autonomous vehicle market.
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Panama out of World Cup after defeat to Croatia
Panama were eliminated from World Cup contention after Croatia kept their hopes of progressing to the last 32 alive with a hard-fought 1-0 win on Tuesday.
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Moana Pasifika axed from Super Rugby after rescue talks fail
Moana Pasifika will not play Super Rugby in 2027 after a last-minute bid to rescue the financially troubled franchise failed, New Zealand Rugby said on Wednesday.
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Wizards choose teenage talent Dybantsa with No.1 pick in NBA Draft
Towering teenager Anicet "A.J." Dybantsa Jr was chosen by the Washington Wizards with the number one pick in the NBA Draft on Tuesday.
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Golden Boot battle steals the show at World Cup
Usually a subplot, the race for the World Cup Golden Boot is one of the main talking points at the 2026 tournament as the top marksmen set a blistering pace.
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