Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:04:16 GMT
European court accuses Renault of deceitfulness on emissions
PARIS, France: Renault, the car manufacturer based in France, announced on June 8 that French prosecutors had leveled charges of deceptive conduct in connection with a judicial investigation initia...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:33:20 GMT
British memorial opens in France honoring soldiers killed in Normandy
VER-SUR-MER, France: A memorial to the 22,442 British soldiers who died on D-Day and in the months afterwards in Normandy was dedicated on Sunday, the 77th anniversary of D-Day.The names of...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 03:57:55 GMT
Global crime sweep results in 800 arrests in 16 countries
BRUSSELS, Belgium: More than 800 arrests were made in recent days by law enforcement officers from 16 countries during a multinational effort to crack down on organized crime, according to Europol ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 20:19:07 GMT
Lynx, Sparks meet looking to get back on track
The Minnesota Lynx welcome the Los Angeles Sparks to Minneapolis on Saturday in the first meeting between the teams of the 2021 season, with Commissioner's Cup implications at stake as well.
Minnesot...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 19:05:14 GMT
Barbora Krejcikova vying for rare French Open singles/doubles sweep
Barbora Krejcikova is in position to become the first woman to sweep the French Open singles and doubles titles since American Mary Pierce pulled off the feat in 2000.
Krejcikova and Czech Republic c...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:55:25 GMT
6 MUST-SEE Russian movies at Cannes 2021
A selection of engaging Russian movies will be showcased at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, to be held from July 6 to 17. Some will vie for the coveted Palme d'Or and others will play...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:55:14 GMT
Unseeded Barbora Krejcikova favored to win French Open
When unseeded Barbora Krejcikova of the Czech Republic takes the court Saturday in search of her first Grand Slam singles title, she'll do so as the favorite.
Previously known as a doubles specialist...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:49:07 GMT
Europe to pay Armenia 3m to rebrand its 'cognac'
The European Union will pay Armenia 3 million euros to rename its prize-winning grape-based spirits, which have traditionally been known as "cognac."Under European law, the term is a tradema...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:37:20 GMT
China increases efforts to influence media coverage
New York [US], June 11 (ANI): China in the last few years have significantly increased its efforts to influence media coverage and the global narrative about itself, a new report states.
The "China's ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:13:54 GMT
With an eye on Wimbledon, Federer ready to test knee in Halle
Evergreen tennis legend Roger Federer plans to prove his withdrawal from the French Open is behind him when he tests his surgery-ravaged knee on grass in Halle nex...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:13:51 GMT
Toni Kroos ready to prove Germany's doubters wrong against France
Toni Kroos aims to prove Germany's doubters wrong in their Euro 2020 opener against world champions France on Tuesday.Germany have their work cut out in Gro...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:12:23 GMT
French army kills an al Qaeda leader in Sahel, minister says
The French army has killed an al Qaeda leader during an operation in the Sahel region who is believed to be responsible for the kidnapping and killing of two French journalists in 2013, Armed Force...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 17:56:12 GMT
Tsitsipas edges past Zverev to enter French Open final
Paris [France], June 11 (ANI): Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas on Friday managed to progress to the men's finals of the ongoing French Open.
Tsitsipas defeated sixth seed Alexander Zverev in a five-set th...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 17:56:11 GMT
French Prez Macron discuss universal access to vaccines
Paris [France], June 11 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said that Paris will work with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) to ensure that int...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:43:20 GMT
Ramaphosa to push for vaccine patent waiver at G7 summit in the UK
President Cyril Ramaphosa is joining other world leaders at the G7 Summit in Cornwall, southwestern England this week.At the meeting of most of the world's most powerful countries, he is exp...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 13:56:05 GMT
Netflix launches online store, company will sell merch
Washington [US], June 11 (ANI): Streaming giant Netflix has launched its online store called Netflix.shop, the company's first owned-and-operated retail outlet to sell products directly.
As per Variet...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 13:37:37 GMT
US, China decline Pakistan's 'Mango diplomacy'
Islamabad [Pakistan], June 11 (ANI): United States, China along with several other countries have declined to accept mangoes that Pakistan had dispatched to heads of over 32 countries as part of its "...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 09:55:38 GMT
Must work with WHO, WTO for easy access of COVID-19 vaccine
Paris [France], June 11 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday emphasised that countries must work with World Health Organisation (WHO) and World Trade Organization (WTO) to ensure that int...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 09:27:16 GMT
NBA: Djokovic congratulates compatriot Jokic on winning MVP
Paris [France], June 11 (ANI): World No. 1 tennis player Novak Djokovic congratulated Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic for being named the NBA's Most Valuable Player (MVP).
"MVP! MVP! This is for my f...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 09:27:15 GMT
Kanye West dating model Irina Shayk
Washington [US], June 11 (ANI): Seems like rapper Kanye West has finally moved on after ending his nearly seven years of marriage with Kim Kardashian as sources close to the star have confirmed that t...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 08:55:13 GMT
Vytegra: Water midpoint between Russia's capitals
Historian and architectural expert William Brumfield discovers the charms of one of Russia's most visited cities.In June and July of 1909, the Russian chemist and photographer Sergey Prokudi...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 08:43:58 GMT
Euro 2020: how football managers and coaches control the narrative
"Should I shout and show 'passion', or stay quiet and appear 'calculated'? Will I echo the feeling of the fans or stay aligned with the views of the board? Am I a suit-and-tie manager or a tracksui...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 07:18:32 GMT
French Open: Maria Sharapova congratulates Pavlyuchenkova
Paris [France], June 11 (ANI): Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova was quick to congratulate and recognise her fellow compatriot Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova after the latter booked a spot in her maiden S...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 06:37:27 GMT
French Open: Barbora Krejcikova remembers Jana Novotna
Paris [France], June 11 (ANI): Barbora Krejcikova remembered her mentor Jana Novotna after she booked a spot in the French Open final, where she will now face Russia's Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, the No...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 05:55:24 GMT
French Open: Maria Sakkari deplore rookie mistake
Paris [France], June 11 (ANI): Tennis star Maria Sakkari is proud of her historic run in this year's French Open. In what turned out to be a rollercoaster of a semi-final, Barbora Krejcikova ousted No...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 04:55:13 GMT
Reign, Fuel advance in OWL's June Joust
The Atlanta Reign and Dallas Fuel posted sweeps Thursday to advance to the winners-bracket final of the Overwatch League's June Joust.
The four-team, double-elimination event got underway Thursday.
...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 03:18:19 GMT
Euro 2020: UEFA asks Ukraine to remove slogan
New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): Hours before the start of the 2020 edition of the European Championship, UEFA has asked Ukraine to remove the slogan 'Glory to Our Heroes' from their football jersey ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 03:05:08 GMT
Samantha Mewis powers U.S. past Portugal
Samantha Mewis scored in the 76th minute to lift the top-ranked United States women's national team to a 1-0 win against Portugal on Thursday in Houston.
Mewis' goal extended the Americans' unbeaten ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 23:19:20 GMT
Ultra, Surge open Week 3 with victories at CDL Stage 4
The Toronto Ultra and Seattle Surge opened Call of Duty League Stage 4, Week 3 with victories on Thursday in the Los Angeles Thieves home series.
The Ultra swept the Los Angeles Guerrillas while the ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 20:39:40 GMT
Vital Signs: It's not the Reserve Bank's job to worry about housing prices
Once again folks are pointing to the potential danger of Australia's low interest rates.This week a poll of so-called "market economists" by ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 19:55:03 GMT
French Open: Krejcikova storms into women's finals
Paris [France], June 10 (ANI): Czech Republic's Barbora Krejcikova on Thursday progressed to the finals of the ongoing French Open.
The 25-year-old Krejcikova defeated Greece's Maria Sakkari 7-5, 4-6,...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 19:05:19 GMT
Rafael Nadal heavily favored entering French Open semis
Rafael Nadal is heavily favored to claim his 14th French Open title despite having two of the top six seeds standing between him and more history at Roland Garros.
Nadal first needs to get by rival N...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:40:41 GMT
eMkhondo murders: Defence disputes survivor's account of the assault
The court will hear closing arguments in the bail application of eight men accused of murder and attempted murder on Pampoenkraal Farm. The defence believe...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:14:23 GMT
Pavlyuchenkova reaches first Grand Slam final at French Open
The 29-year-old Russian defeated world number 85 Zidansek 7-5, 6-3 and will face Greek 17th seed Maria Sakkari or Barbora Krejcikova of the Czech Republic for the title on Saturday, 14 years after ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:14:16 GMT
Euro 2020 finally set for lift-off under Covid cloud
The delayed Euro 2020 tournament will finally get underway on Friday, a year behind schedule, with Covid still set to cast a shadow over the event.The continent-wide event, ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:14:12 GMT
Djokovic v Nadal - 6 of the best
Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal meet for the 58th time on Friday in the French Open semi-finals.Here's a look at six of their best Grand Slam matche...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:12:32 GMT
SEE | Partial eclipse sweeps over northern hemisphere
A two-hour partial eclipse was seen by people in the northern hemisphere.Parts of Canada and Siberia were treated to the best views while in London 20% of ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:12:11 GMT
French man jailed for 4 months after slapping President Macron
A French court has handed Damien Tarel, the man who slapped the country's President Emmanuel Macron, an 18 month sentence, with 14 months suspended. The man also faced other penalties....[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:05:13 GMT
America's Global Standing Brightens Under Biden, Survey Finds
America's global reputation has improved substantially since Joe Biden replaced Donald Trump as president, ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 17:40:07 GMT
Brisbane set to be named host of 2032 Summer Olympics
The International Olympic Committee is expected to name the Australian city of Brisbane to host the Summer Olympics in 2032.
The executive board on Thursday elected to propose Brisbane to the full IO...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 15:56:16 GMT
Pavlyuchenkova defeats Zidansek to enter women's finals
Paris [France], June 10 (ANI): Russia's Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova on Thursday stormed into the finals of the ongoing French Open.
The 29-year-old Russian defeated Slovenia's Tamara Zidansek 7-5, 6-3 in...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 14:43:31 GMT
Euros 2020: how football managers and coaches control the narrative
"Should I shout and show 'passion', or stay quiet and appear 'calculated'? Will I echo the feeling of the fans or stay aligned with the views of the board? Am I a suit-and-tie manager or a tracksui...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 14:19:00 GMT
Paris Saint-Germain sign Georginio Wijnaldum until 2024
Paris [France], June 10 (ANI): Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on Thursday announced the transfer of Georginio Wijnaldum.
Arriving from Liverpool, the Netherlands international midfielder has s...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:43:49 GMT
PSG complete signing of Georginio Wijnaldum
Paris Saint-Germain have completed the signing of Dutch international midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum from Liverpool on a three-year deal, the French club announced on Thursday....[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:37:42 GMT
PM Modi to participate in G7 outreach sessions
New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take part in G7 outreach sessions on June 12 and 13 in a virtual format.
Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi sa...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:37:41 GMT
Kanye West and Irina Shayk spotted together for first time
Washington [US], June 10 (ANI): After enjoying a getaway in France with Irina Shayk, American rapper and record producer Kanye West was recently spotted with the supermodel after they landed back in t...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 12:05:25 GMT
Public Faith in EU Declines Due to Pandemic Handling, Survey Finds
Public confidence in the European Union has dropped largely due to the bloc's handling of the pandemic and its troubled procurement of coronavirus vaccines, according to a survey for the European C...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 11:03:06 GMT
Euro 2020: France favourites, but England not far behind
New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI): Euro 2020 is here and the tournament marks the return of top-flight international football. The top 24 nations in Europe will battle it out to earn the ultimate glory...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:54:50 GMT
5 LOST architectural wonders of Russia
In its centuries-old history, the country has lived through several wars and foreign interventions with devastating fires. New authorities also frequently tried to rebuild cities to their own likin...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:44:04 GMT
Djokovic ready to face 'biggest rival' Nadal for 58th time
Novak Djokovic said facing Rafael Nadal for the 58th time on Friday, with a place in the French Open final on the line, will be "a great battle" against his "bigge...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:41:40 GMT
Algeria to elect parliament amid protest movement boycott
There are fears that many will boycott Algeria's elections on Saturday.Authorities are seeking to entrench power and undermine the Hirak protest movement....[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 09:13:48 GMT
Former Roma coach Fonseca in talks with Spurs: reports
Former AS Roma coach Paulo Fonseca is in talks with Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur to be their next manager, according to British media reports.The 4...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 09:13:45 GMT
Sharks sign old boys Lionel Cronje, Cameron Wright and Khutha Mchunu
The Sharks have strengthened the experience in their ranks after acquiring old boys Lionel Cronje, Cameron Wright and Khutha Mchunu...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 08:55:43 GMT
CPOPC holds a writing competition on Smallholders topic
New Delhi [India], June 10 (ANI/NewsVoir): A short story competition with the theme "Smallholders and Oil Palm Plantation" is now open for entries.
This competition organized by the Council of Palm Oi...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 06:13:52 GMT
Wallaby O'Connor set to return for France Tests
Wallabies playmaker James O'Connor is expected to be fit for next month's Test series against France after a neck injury sidelined him from Super Rugby Trans Tasma...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 02:55:14 GMT
French Open: Djokovic to face Nadal in semi-finals
Paris [France], June 10 (ANI): World number one Novak Djokovic will lock horns with defending champion Rafael Nadal in the semi-finals of the ongoing French Open on Friday.
Djokovic on Wednesday (loca...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 01:55:07 GMT
Novak Djokovic toils, will face Rafael Nadal in French semis
It took 3 1/2 hours, a cut on his hand and a delay to remove fans, but world No. 1 Novak Djokovic defeated Matteo Berrettini in the quarterfinals of the French Open on Wednesday to set up another date...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 23:55:19 GMT
ATP roundup: Novak Djokovic toils, will face Rafael Nadal in semis
It took 3 frac12; hours, a cut on his hand and a delay to remove fans, but world No. 1 Novak Djokovic defeated Matteo Berrettini in the quarterfinals of the French Open on Wednesday to set up another ...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 21:40:14 GMT
French Open Odds: Maria Sakkari favored to win first Grand Slam
The women's draw at the French Open features four players who have already reached their first Grand Slam semifinal, and only one seeded player.
That would be No. 17 Maria Sakkari of Greece. She is t...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 20:12:18 GMT
US 'to buy 500 million doses for world' as curbs ease in Europe
The United States is set to buy 500 million Covid-19 vaccine doses to distribute around the world, media reported on Wednesday, as France and Belgium relaxed virus restrictions to allow restaurants...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 20:05:18 GMT
French Government Spokesman: Slap Wont Stop Macron Travel
A spokesperson for French President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday that an incident in which a man slapped the president would not deter his national tour.Macron was slapped Tuesday while sh...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 19:42:14 GMT
What's in a slap? France ponders meaning of Macron assault
French President Emmanuel Macron has vowed to continue greeting crowds during his travels despite being slapped in the face, sparking debate on Wednesday about whether such walkabouts are wise in a...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 14:42:16 GMT
Doctors Without Borders ordered to stop work in Myanmar city
Doctors Without Borders, also known as MSF, has been ordered to stop work in Myanmar.The charity warns that its suspension could be life-threatening....[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:35:33 GMT
CDC Eases COVID-19 Travel Advisories for Dozens of Countries
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued an updated travel advisory for more than 120 countries and territories based on the status of their respective COVID-19 outbreaks....[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 09:13:40 GMT
Solid start to grass season for SA tennis duo
South African tennis stars Lloyd Harris and Kevin Anderson started their grass court campaigns in impressive fashion on Tuesday.Harris, currently ranked 54t...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 07:43:43 GMT
Djokovic, Nadal close in on French Open blockbuster
Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal can set up a blockbuster French Open semi-final clash on Wednesday as both men close in on rewriting the tennis record books....[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:13:46 GMT
Zverev powers into first French Open semi-final
Alexander Zverev eased into his first French Open semi-final with on Tuesday a 6-4, 6-1, 6-1 win over Spain's Alejandro Davidovich Fokina.The German sixth s...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:13:40 GMT
Rugby Australia confident France Test series will go ahead
Rugby Australia chief Andy Marinos said on Wednesday he was confident the Wallabies' July Test series against France will go ahea...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 19:37:13 GMT
From Ronaldo to Benzema, the nine players to watch out for
Before Europe's eagerly awaited top international tournament gets underway on June 11, FRANCE 24 takes a look at nine of the top stars expected to entrance the footballing world.Delayed by a...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:16:13 GMT
Marathon man Tsitsipas beats Zverev to reach first Grand Slam final
Stefanos Tsitsipas saw off the spirited challenge of Alex Zverev on Friday in a three and a half hour epic at the French Open to become the first player from Greece to reach a final at a Grand Slam...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 13:47:18 GMT
France adopts 'more precise' strategy to track Covid-19 mutations
French health authorities have tweaked their procedures for tracking the progression of coronavirus variants in a "more precise" and "more reactive" way,"Today there is an increasing variety...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 07:47:16 GMT
G7: America is back, but summit may widen global polarisation
Leaders of the world's most industrialised nations meet on Friday at the English seaside town of Carbis Bay for the G7 summit. The US returns with President Joe Biden hoping to move on from the Tru...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 19:47:13 GMT
Pavlyuchenkova and Krejcikova reach French Open final
Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova advanced to her first final at a Grand Slam tournament on Thursday after a straight sets victory over Tamara Zidansek. She will play Barbora Krejcikova who saved a match po...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:16:21 GMT
Rolling Stones 'Unzipped' exhibition opens in Marseille
The exhibition-event Unzipped retracing the life of the Rolling Stones has opened in Marseille in the south of France, the only French stop in its global tour. Hundreds of objects from their first ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:16:19 GMT
Pavlyunchenkova beats Zidansek to reach French Open final
Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova advanced to her first final at a Grand Slam tournament on Thursday after a straight sets victory over Tamara Zidansek.Pavlyuchenkova, the 31st seed, won the battle o...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:16:17 GMT
Man who assaulted President Macron slapped with 4 months' jail
A French court has sentenced a man who slapped French President Emmanuel Macron across the face to a prison term of 18 months, 14 of which suspended.Damien Tarel, a 28-year-old medieval hist...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:16:15 GMT
French government, on back foot over femicide, announces new measures
The French government is to boost measures to help prevent femicide and protect victims after the recent deaths of two women at the hands of their partners highlighted ongoing flaws in the system. ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:16:13 GMT
Macron announces major overhaul of France's operation in Sahel
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday announced an overhaul of France's military operations in the Sahel, saying today's Barkhane force would no longer exist in its current form."The ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 12:16:17 GMT
France eye Euro 2020 glory as kick-off looms
Euro 2020 finally kicks off on Friday as Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal prepare to defend their title and world champions France seek a rare double a year after the tournament was delayed by the coro...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 12:16:15 GMT
Partial solar eclipse: How and where to watch in France
A "ring of fire" solar eclipse, where the moon obscures the Sun, will occur over parts of the Northern Hemisphere on Thursday. The eclipse will only be partial in France but remains dangerous to ob...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 12:16:13 GMT
France rejects CAR spying charges against French national
French national Juan Remy Quignolot has been accused of spying and conspiracy by prosecutors in the Central African Republic, nearly a month after he was arrested in the capital, Bangui, according ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 12:16:09 GMT
French insurer agrees to pay restaurants 300m for Covid closures
French insurance giant Axa has given in to pressure from restaurants fighting to get at least part of their lost revenue due to Covid lockdowns covered by their policies. On Thursday, it announced ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 09:16:16 GMT
LIVE - Partial solar eclipse: How and where to watch in France
A "ring of fire" solar eclipse, where the moon obscures the sun, will occur over parts of the Northern Hemisphere on Thursday. The eclipse will only be partial in France, but remains dangerous to o...[read more]
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:37:19 GMT
Brazil: Copa America at all costs
Brazil's Supreme Court is set to rule this Thursday on a pair of appeals filed against the organisation of the Copa America in the country. With three days to go before the opening game, FRANCE 24 ...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 18:16:17 GMT
Nadal sees off Schwartzman to reach semi-final at French Open
Defending champion Rafael Nadal advanced to the semi-final at the French Open on Wednesday for the 14th time following an enthralling four set victory over the 10th seed Diego Schwartzman.Na...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 18:08:07 GMT
Thousands of residents return to volcano-hit Goma
Thousands of Goma residents have now started returning home after fleeing North-Kivu's main city last month after the nearby Nyiragongo volcano erupted, leaving dozens dead. FRANCE 24's Nicolas Ger...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 12:16:17 GMT
Biden heads to Europe for first foreign visit as president
Joe Biden is making Europe the first foreign destination of his presidency, attending a series of summits with the G7, European Union and Nato, to try to reassure European partners of his support, ...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:16:17 GMT
Covid rules rebooted as France embraces QR codes
France has entered a matrix of sorts, with QR codes becoming the new normal as the country shakes off its coronavirus shackles. Already used as proof of vaccination, the pixelated square barcodes n...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:16:15 GMT
US eases Covid warnings against travel to France and EU
France is a destination for Americans again, as it opens its borders to vaccinated travellers with negative Covid tests, and as the United States eases its warnings against travel to the European U...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:52:14 GMT
Australia is in denial over one-way relationship with U.S.
Tensions with China resulting in economic sanctions are the result of Australia's blind allegiance to the USA that began decades ago, writes ...[read more]
Published: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:52:11 GMT
Nuclear power is a stalking horse for gas
The recently appointed Chair of the Climate Change Authority, Origin Energy boss Grant King, has yet again raised the id...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 18:49:02 GMT
UK PM urges G7 leaders to tackle inequality as Cornwall summit kicks off
FALMOUTH, Britain, June 11 (Xinhua) -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Friday urged fellow leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) to tackle inequality and build back better from the coronavirus...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 17:18:18 GMT
Tanzania secures loan to finance 150 MW solar power project
DAR ES SALAAM, June 11 (Xinhua) -- The government of Tanzania on Friday signed a concessional loan agreement worth 130 million euros (about 157 million U.S. dollars) with the French Development Age...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 16:30:01 GMT
French shares close 0.83 pct higher on Friday
PARIS, June 11 (Xinhua) -- French shares edged up on Friday, with the benchmark Paris CAC 40 up 0.83 percent, or 54.17 points, to close at 6,600.66 points. Of the 40 selected large companies...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:05:01 GMT
Quotes of the Day from Xinhua World News, June 11
HONG KONG -- A French biosecurity expert who supervised the construction and accreditation of the biosafety level 4 (BSL-4) laboratory of the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV) has dismissed the the...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 11:18:02 GMT
Latest count of confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide at 1000 GMT, June 11
BEIJING, June 11 (Xinhua) -- The following are the latest updates on the COVID-19 global confirmed cases in hardest-hit countries by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering at Johns Hopkins ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 08:30:06 GMT
French biosecurity expert dismisses Wuhan lab leak theory
HONG KONG, June 11 (Xinhua) -- A French biosecurity expert who supervised the construction and accreditation of the biosafety level 4 (BSL-4) laboratory of the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV) has...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 06:05:01 GMT
Latest count of confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide at 0500 GMT, June 11
BEIJING, June 11 (Xinhua) -- The following are the latest updates on the COVID-19 global confirmed cases in hardest-hit countries by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering at Johns Hopkins ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 05:18:05 GMT
Messi leads Argentina squad for Copa America
BUENOS AIRES, June 11 (Xinhua) -- Forwards Lionel Messi, Sergio Aguero and Lautaro Martinez were among 28 players included in Argentina's squad for the Copa America in Brazil, the South American Fo...[read more]
Published: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 03:49:01 GMT
Serbia, Slovenia stage remarkable comebacks in men's VNL
RIMINI, Italy, June 10 (Xinhua) -- Both Serbia and Slovenia staged remarkable comebacks 3-2 here on Thursday in the 2021 men's Volleyball Nations League. Serbia twice came from a set down to...[read more]