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Afghanistan-New Zealand Test abandoned without ball being bowled
The one-off Test between Afghanistan and New Zealand was washed out on Friday after five days of rain, just the eighth Test in history to be abandoned without a ball being bowled.
Sudan museums' precious antiquities looted in war
Sudan's priceless archaeological heritage is being stripped from museums, with looters loading statuettes and fragments of ancient palaces onto lorries, smuggling them out of the war-torn country, and selling them online.
Tagovailoa's concussion troubles return as Dolphins fall to Bills
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's concussion problems returned on Thursday as he was taken out of his team's 31-10 home loss to divisional rivals Buffalo.
Most Asian markets rise as traders gear up for Fed rate cut
Asian markets mostly rose Friday and the yen sat around nine-month highs after another healthy day on Wall Street as investors gear up for an expected US interest rate cut next week.
Racing 92 start life after Kolisi against Clermont at fourth-tier football ground
Racing 92 begin life without Siya Kolisi as they host Clermont in the French Top 14 on Saturday in a stadium very different to their ultra-modern indoor Paris La Defense Arena.
Arsenal depleted for Tottenham trip, Ten Hag under scrutiny at Southampton
An under-strength Arsenal face a huge test of their Premier League title credentials at rivals Tottenham, while Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag desperately needs a response from his side at Southampton.
Biden, Starmer to discuss long-range arms for Ukraine
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Joe Biden will discuss Friday whether to let Kyiv use long-range missiles against Russia, in what is likely their last meeting before an election that could upend US policy on Ukraine.
China defence minister calls for 'negotiation' to end Ukraine, Gaza wars
Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun said Friday that "negotiation" was the only solution to conflicts such as the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, as he addressed a global gathering of military officials in Beijing.
Prince Harry turns 40, distanced from royals
Prince Harry was once one of the British royal family's most popular members, but as he celebrates his 40th birthday this weekend he is increasingly distanced from the UK public and his own family.
Pope defies health fears on historic Asia-Pacific tour
Pope Francis wrapped up an arduous 12-day tour of the Asia-Pacific on Friday, defying health concerns to connect with believers from the jungle of Papua New Guinea to the skyscrapers of Singapore.
North Korea releases images of uranium enrichment facility for first time
North Korea released images of its uranium enrichment facility for the first time on Friday, showing leader Kim Jong Un touring it as he called for more centrifuges to boost his nuclear arsenal.
Vietnam farmers lose their blooms as floods claim crops
Vietnamese farmer Do Hong Yen estimates she lost tens of thousands of dollars when her valuable peach blossom crop was swamped by muddy waters in Hanoi's worst flooding in two decades.
Support for Trump, questions for Harris in pro-fracking Pennsylvania
For Pennsylvania farmer George Wherry, 85, fracking for natural gas under his otherwise bucolic fields means greater economic "freedom" -- one of the many reasons he'll be voting for Donald Trump in November.
Colombia's Petro under fire after calling female journalists 'dolls of the mafia'
Colombia's President Gustavo Petro is facing criticism from press freedom groups after some comments made about female reporters, calling them "dolls of the mafia" in one of the most dangerous countries for journalists in South America.
'Shogun' set to reign at historic Emmys
"Shogun" is tipped to become the first ever non-English-language winner of the Emmy for best drama -- the most prestigious prize at the small-screen equivalent of the Oscars -- at a glitzy ceremony on Sunday.
Japan scrambles jets as Russia aircraft circle country
Japan scrambled fighter jets after Russian aircraft flew around the archipelago for the first time in five years, Tokyo said Friday.
Calm before derby storm for Inter as dark fan underbelly revealed
Inter Milan head into a huge week with the Champions League and Milan derby looming large over Sunday's trip to Monza, while the killing of a mobster revealed disturbing links between organised crime and the club's hardcore supporters.
Musk brands Australia 'fascists' after move to fine tech giants
Tech mogul Elon Musk has likened the Australian government to "fascists", attacking proposed laws that would fine social media giants for failing to stem the spread of misinformation.
Super Rugby revamps format for 2025 knock-out stages
The head of Super Rugby said Friday there would be new additions for the 2025 season including a six-team format in the knock-out stages and a "lucky loser" slot in the semi-finals.
Microsoft cutting more jobs from its gaming unit
Microsoft is cutting about 650 more positions from its gaming unit as it continues to tighten its belt following the blockbuster buyout of "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard.
London Fashion Week opens with Charli XCX party
A hotly anticipated party thrown by high-street retailer H&M with pop star of the summer Charli XCX shook things up with an unusual opening night of London Fashion Week on Thursday.
US says new Apple AirPods can be hearing aids
Apple on Thursday got a green light from US regulators to add a feature that would let upcoming AirPods Pro ear pieces be used as hearing aids, potentially disrupting that market.
Bonding boosts Europe's bid to take fourth Solheim Cup in a row
Tension built as US and European golfers played their final practice rounds Thursday on the eve of the 19th Solheim Cup, with Europe seeking to take the trophy for an unprecedented fourth consecutive time.
Yamal wants to become a Barcelona 'legend'
Spain's teenage prodigy Lamine Yamal said Thursday in a televised interview that he hopes "never" to leave Barcelona because he wants to be “a legend” at the club.
OpenAI releases reasoning AI with eye on safety, accuracy
ChatGPT creator OpenAI on Thursday released a new series of artificial intelligence models designed to spend more time thinking -- in hopes that generative AI chatbots provide more accurate and beneficial responses.
State judge strikes down North Dakota abortion ban
A North Dakota judge on Thursday struck down a law banning most abortions in the conservative US state, ruling that it was vague and unconstitutional.
No.1 Korda opens Solheim Cup for USA versus Hull and Henseleit
Top-ranked Nelly Korda and United States teammate Allisen Corpuz will face Europe's Charley Hull and Esther Henseleit in Friday morning foursomes to open the 19th Solheim Cup under pairings revealed Thursday.
Trump rules out new Harris debate as swing state fight resumes
Donald Trump said Thursday he would not take part in another debate with Kamala Harris, as the White House rivals headed back to battleground states that are set to decide a nail-bitingly close US presidential election.
Bomb threat rattles US city in Republican anti-migrant conspiracy
Government buildings and an elementary school in Springfield, Ohio were evacuated Thursday after an emailed bomb threat, police said, rattling the small US city at the heart of an anti-migrant conspiracy theory amplified by Donald Trump.
ECB rate cut boosts European stocks as Wall Street extends rally
Europe's main stock markets climbed Thursday as the European Central Bank cut interest rates for the second time this year, while Wall Street equities shook off early weakness to also finish higher.
Alvarez aims to stop knockout artist Berlanga in latest title defence
Mexican superstar Saul "Canelo" Alvarez aims to turn the tables on knockout artist Edgar Berlanga on Saturday, saying he'll be looking for a knockout himself as he defends his three super middleweight world boxing titles in Las Vegas.
Business groups ask Ottawa to prevent Air Canada strike
Groups representing more than 200,000 businesses across Canada on Thursday urged the government to intervene to block a looming pilot's strike at flagship carrier Air Canada that they say risks devastating the economy.