Japan and rampant Spain roll into Women's World Cup last 16
Rampant title contenders Spain and former champions Japan became the first teams to reach the Women's World Cup last 16 on Wednesday as both won with ease.
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Shafique nears double ton as Pakistan's lead crosses 200 in 2nd Test
Opening batsman Abdullah Shafique stood unbeaten on 190 as Pakistan stretched their lead to a commanding 231 on day three of the rain-hit second Test against Sri Lanka.
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Spain crush Zambia 5-0 to join Japan in World Cup last 16
Jennifer Hermoso and Alba Redondo both scored twice as Spain qualified for the last 16 of the Women's World Cup with a 5-0 win over Zambia on Wednesday, a result that also propelled Japan into the knockout phase.
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Will climate change hit Mediterranean tourism?
Destructive fires, temperatures topping 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) and tourists dodging possible catastrophe by staying home. Will climate change end up transforming tourism -- not least in the Mediterranean?
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France ready for Olympics despite 'challenge': Macron
France will "for sure" be ready to host the 2024 Olympic Games despite the numerous organisational challenges of hosting the event, President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday.
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EU watchdog probes Frontex's action in Greece boat tragedy
The EU watchdog on Wednesday announced a probe into the bloc's border patrol agency Frontex over its actions after a boat packed with migrants off Greece sank last month, killing hundreds.
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Kenyans hope for end to demos as Ruto offers to meet opposition
Weary Kenyans on Wednesday voiced cautious optimism for an end to political unrest after President William Ruto said he was ready to meet opposition leader Raila Odinga "anytime" following months of anti-government protests.
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Kuwait records first fiscal surplus in nearly a decade: ministry
Kuwait recorded its first surplus in nine years for the 2022-2023 fiscal year which ended in March, the finance ministry said on Wednesday, crediting last year's surge in oil prices.
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Santander posts record profit despite special tax
Spanish lender Banco Santander reported Wednesday a record profit for the first half of the year despite a windfall tax imposed on banks, as rising interest rates lifted its earnings.
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China refuses to say why foreign minister Qin Gang removed
China refused to disclose on Wednesday why Qin Gang had been sacked as foreign minister, insisting it was releasing information "normally" despite him having not been seen publicly for more than a month.
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