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South Africa appoints a special US envoy after its ambassador was expelled
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a former deputy finance minister as a special envoy to the United States after the ambassador was expelled last monthABC News - 2d -
Trump envoy demands Iran eliminate nuclear programme in apparent U-turn
Steve Witkoff’s switch from saying low-level production could continue seen as example of chaotic US foreign policy. Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, has announced Iran must totally ...The Guardian - 1d -
France expels 12 Algerian officials as row over alleged kidnapping escalates
Move follows Algiers’ expulsion of diplomats, after France’s arrest of man linked to abduction of influencer Amir DZ. France has expelled 12 Algerian consular and diplomatic officials and recalled ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump’s championing of Afrikaner grievances sparks backlash in South Africa
US president and his adviser Elon Musk seize on discredited claims to launch economic assault against African nationFinancial Times - 4d -
US blasts UN for extending human rights envoy to Palestinian territories
The United States is rebuking a United Nations decision to extend Francesca Albanese’s tenure as the U.N. special rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories. “The ...The Hill - 1d -
US envoy calls for Iran to ‘eliminate’ nuclear programme
Steve Witkoff’s comments come after he signalled Washington might accept limited uranium enrichment by TehranFinancial Times - 1d -
In South Carolina, a Once Thriving Textile Hub Is Baffled by Trump’s Tariffs
The Upstate region of South Carolina was saved by foreign companies after the fall of its textile industry. Now, tariffs pose another round of uncertainty.The New York Times - 3d -
Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of failing to pause strikes after U.S. envoy leaves Moscow
Russia and Ukraine’s top diplomats on Saturday used a high-level conference in Turkey to once again trade accusations of violating a tentative U.S.-brokered deal to pause strikes on energy ...NBC News - 3d -
Envoys from Iran and the US arrive in Oman for first round of talks over Tehran's nuclear program
Envoys from Iran and the United States have arrived in Oman ahead of the first talks over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program since President Donald Trump returned to the White HouseABC News - 4d -
The Breakdown | Rugby World Cups aren’t adding up for major unions and there is no easy fix
South Africa no longer see hosting as viable and World Rugby is under pressure to deliver for its members. The starting gun has been fired on the race to host the 2035 and 2039 Rugby World Cup ...The Guardian - 1d -
South Africa poised to re-open inquest into Nobel laureate's death
An official ruling, that Albert Luthuli died in an accident in 1967, has long been queried by his family.BBC News - 2d -
'The Herds' begins its journey from central Africa to the Arctic Circle
In the Kinshasa Botanical Garden, a troupe of cardboard animals — monkeys, a gorilla, leopards, a giraffe — stand at attention in a clearingABC News - 4d -
France Says It Will Expel 12 Algerian Officials
The move followed expulsions of French officials by Algeria after an Algerian official was accused of kidnapping an influencer who had been granted political asylum in France.The New York Times - 1d -
Texas A&M HC Michael Earley speaks after 15-12 comeback win over South Carolina
After Texas A&M's epic 15-12 comeback win over South Carolina, HC Michael Earley took time after the game to praise his team for staying the course.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Three million child deaths linked to drug resistance, study shows
Children in Africa and South East Asia are most at risk from antibiotics medicines no longer working, a study suggests.BBC News - 3d -
Ousted South Korean President Yoon embraces supporters after leaving presidential residence
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol left the presidential residence in Seoul on Friday for his private home, a week after the Constitutional Court removed him from office over his ill-fated ...ABC News - 5d -
Texas A&M storms back after consecutive grand slams lead to 15-12 win over South Carolina
After falling behind 12-2 against South Carolina on Saturday, Texas A&M's offense surged with two grand slams in the ninth, clinching a 15-12 victory.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Texas A&M SS Kaeden Kent speaks after hitting game-winning grand slam vs. South Carolina
After hitting Texas A&M's game-winning grand slam against South Carolina, SS Kaeden Kent discussed what went through his head during the at-bat.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
China reportedly orders its airlines to halt Boeing jet deliveries amid US trade war
Carriers also asked to stop purchases of aircraft-related equipment and parts from US firms, report says. China has reportedly ordered its airlines not to take any further deliveries of Boeing ...The Guardian - 1d -
How a fight over proxy voting for new parents upended the US House
The U.S. House is rethinking its voting rules after a push from Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna to allow proxy voting for new parentsABC News - 4d -
WATCH: David Muir shares 3D scans of Titanic that reveal new insight into its final moments
David Muir shares details on the new National Geographic special and the minute-by-minute timeline the team reconstructed from the first-of-its-kind full-size 3D rendering of the ship's wreckage.ABC News - 6d -
Kellogg condemns Russia's attack on Palm Sunday gathering in Ukraine
Keith Kellogg, President Trump’s special envoy to Ukraine, condemned Russia’s attack on a Palm Sunday gathering in Ukraine. “Today's Palm Sunday attack by Russian forces on civilian targets in Sumy ...The Hill - 2d -
Aggie fans react to Texas A&M's epic comeback over South Carolina in Game 3 for the sweep
Texas A&M sweeps South Carolina after erasing a 10-run deficit in an epic comeback win, capped off by a Kaeden Kent walk-off grand slam.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Iran, US complete first round of 'constructive' nuclear talks in Oman
Envoys from Iran and the U.S. completed the first round of “positive” and “constructive” talks regarding Tehran’s developing nuclear program in Oman and agreed to continue discussions next weekend, ...The Hill - 4d -
US stock markets expected to recover after Trump drops tariffs on mobiles
Exemption, seen as a climbdown, includes laptops and chips, and is likely to help firms such as Apple and Nvidia. US stock markets were expected to stage a recovery on Monday after Donald Trump ...The Guardian - 3d -
After this, what more proof does Britain need that it cannot ‘cosy up’ to Trump? | William Keegan
With the US disengaging from its traditional relationship with Europe, we need to abandon our ‘red lines’ and rekindle ties with our neighbours. Alas: that the infantile wrecker in the White House ...The Guardian - 3d -
The Breakaway State That Wants a Deal With Trump
Home to one of the longest airstrips in Africa and a vital port on the Gulf of Aden, Somaliland is leveraging its strategic importance in a turbulent region to achieving international recognition — ...The New York Times - 4d -
Israel Strikes Hospital in Northern Gaza and Captures Key Part of South
No one was killed but the attack hit the Ahli Arab Hospital, a mainstay of Gaza’s decimated health care system. Separately, Israel said its troops had expanded their occupation of southern Gaza.The New York Times - 3d -
How to stabilize a region, gain a friend, and combat China: Partner with Africa
The U.S. should establish a U.S.-Africa Security Defense Tax Credit to incentivize American companies to invest in Africa's critical minerals sector, reducing dependence on China and fostering ...The Hill - 4d -
Switch 2: This Publisher Sees An "Opportunity" After Its Games Were Successful On OG Switch
Devolver Digital has released its latest annual investor report, and included in the document is some commentary surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2 .. Devolver said the original Switch is the ...GameSpot - 1d -
Iran and US agree to continue nuclear talks after first indirect round
Iranian foreign minister hails ‘calm and respectful environment’ to mediated talks in Oman. Iran and the US completed a successful opening round of indirect talks in Oman designed to prevent the ...The Guardian - 4d -
Milan Slated to Meet Again with Free Agent Exec Tare
Milan will convene with Igli Tare to discuss his appointment as the new sporting director after the Fabio Paratici fiasco. The summit should go down either on Monday or Tuesday. The Rossoneri are ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Meta says it will resume AI training with public content from European users
Social media company Meta says that it will start using publicly available content from European users to train its artificial intelligence models, resuming work put on hold last year after privacy ...ABC News - 2d -
A machine using ultrasound and AI can gauge the fattiness of a tuna fish
Seafood lovers know the fatty marbling is what makes tuna sashimi and sushi so tasty, so for the industry, it’s the fish’s level of fattiness that’s used to judge its quality and pricingABC News - 6d -
Mexico to send water to Texas farmers as US treaty threat grows
Mexico’s failure to keep up 81-year-old water-sharing treaty has sparked a diplomatic spat with the US. Mexico will make an immediate water delivery to Texas farmers to help make up its ...The Guardian - 5d -
'The Last of Us' Season 2 is arriving soon. Here's a Season 1 recap
After a two-year wait, 'The Last of Us' Season 2 premieres on Sunday. Here are the key things you need to remember from the first season.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
'The Legend of Ochi' uses puppetry to bring a fantasy creature to life. For its makers, that's where the magic is
Director Isaiah Saxon got his start making otherworldly videos for Grizzly Bear and Björk. For his debut feature, a large team created a creature the old-fashioned way.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Xi Jinping seeks to strengthen economic ties during tour of south-east Asia
President’s first stop is Vietnam as China urges US to end trade war and return to ‘right path of mutual respect’. The Chinese president, Xi Jinping, will visit Vietnam on Monday as he begins a ...The Guardian - 3d -
'Massive game of chicken' between U.S. and China on trade
Consumer confidence dips after a tumultuous economic week amid President Trump's escalating tariffs on China. CNBC Senior Economics Reporter Steve Liesman and former U.S. Ambassador to China ...NBC News - 4d
