London (AFP) – The UK government says the International Cricket Council should “deliver on their own rules” relating to women’s participation as the England men’s team resist calls to boycott their upcoming match against Afghanistan.
UK government urges cricket chiefs to 'deliver on own rules' after Afghanistan boycott calls
Olmo situation could affect future signings: Barca's Raphinha
Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) (AFP) – Barcelona winger Raphinha said Tuesday potential future signings might be put off from joining the Catalan giants because of the Dani Olmo registration debacle.
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Paris (AFP) – Jean-Marie Le Pen, an extreme right-winger who haunted the French political establishment for decades, died on Tuesday aged 96, dividing opinion until the end.
Nvidia ramps up AI tech for games, robots and autos
Las Vegas (AFP) – Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang made a rock star appearance at a packed arena late Monday, touting AI chips and software for robots, cars, video games and more.
Taiwan says Chinese
Taipei (AFP) – A Chinese-owned cargo ship suspected of damaging a subsea telecoms cable off Taiwan has stopped transmitting its location on the high seas, Taiwan’s coast guard said Tuesday.
Sinner turns focus to Australian Open defence after 'amazing' year
Melbourne (AFP) – World number one Jannik Sinner said Tuesday his “amazing” 2024 was history as he warmed up for the defence of his Australian Open title with a tough exhibition match victory on Melbourne’s centre court.
Ostapenko begins Adelaide title defence with comeback win
Adelaide (Australia) (AFP) – Defending champion Jelena Ostapenko needed a set to get going but kicked up the intensity in a 4-6, 6-1, 6-1 defeat of Magdalena Frech on Tuesday at the Adelaide International.
Pace of German emissions cuts slows in 2024: study
Berlin (AFP) – German greenhouse gas emissions fell again in 2024 but at a slower rate, due to lagging green investment by industry and households, according to a study published Tuesday.
McDonald's rolls back some of its diversity practices
Washington (AFP) – McDonald’s said Monday it will roll back some of its diversity practices, becoming the latest US organization to rethink its policies following a Supreme Court ruling that ended affirmative action in university admissions.