Nigeria, S. Africa among quarter-finals favourites in 'crazy' AFCON
Former champions Nigeria, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ivory Coast and South Africa have earned the right to be favourites in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals on Friday and Saturday.
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The dark side of El Salvador's war on gangs
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele's war on gangs is credited with slashing homicide rates and restoring security and dignity to citizens of what was once one of the world's most dangerous countries.
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Climate activist Greta Thunberg goes on trial in London
Environmental activist Greta Thunberg will appear in a London court on Thursday charged with public order offences linked to a demonstration against the energy industry.
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Crowley hopes to pass French Test and prove worthy heir to Sexton
Ireland rugby fans will hope Jack Crowley rises to the occasion when he runs out on Friday wearing the fly-half's No 10 shirt which was Johnny Sexton's property for over a decade.
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Ireland expect French 'war of attrition' in Six Nations opener
A strong-looking Ireland bidding for unprecedented back-to-back Grand Slams expect a "war of attrition" when they kick this season's Six Nations Championship off against France in Marseille on Friday.
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How French film is quietly becoming more diverse
"Vermin", a horror film about killer spiders invading a run-down apartment block, has become the first hit of the year in France.
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EU leaders face off against Orban over Ukraine aid
EU leaders will grapple with Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban at a crunch summit meeting Thursday to try to overcome his veto on 50 billion euros in financial aid for Ukraine.
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Big Grammy year for women nominees spotlights industry progress
Musicians and critics alike have long accused Grammy voters of ignoring the work of female artists -- but this year, it's highly probable that women will take home the night's top prizes.
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Brazil's Lula still losing digital battle to Bolsonaro
Wearing a blue shirt with the sleeves rolled up, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva smiles as he gushes on his love of Brazilian music, and then segues into a barstool-style dissertation on football.
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Facebook, the social network old-timer, turns 20
A simple hangout spot for young people when it arrived on the scene 20 years ago, Facebook has since become a battle-hardened behemoth with an insatiable appetite for your attention.
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