Tokyo (AFP) – Japan got a new highly eligible bachelor on Friday as Prince Hisahito, the imperial family's last hope for long-term survival unless the rules are changed to allow female succession, turned 18. Although his formal coming-of-age ceremony has been pushed back to at least 2025 so he...

Japan's only young imperial heir turns 18

As the representatives of over 50 African countries meet this week in Beijing for the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation or FOCAC, Charles Pellegrin and his guests take a closer look at the relationship between China and Africa and what it means in terms of opportunities for economic growth and development as well as the potential risks and limitations.

Seeking balance: A new chapter for Sino-African trade relations?

HAI PHONG (Vietnam) (AFP) – Super Typhoon Yagi uprooted thousands of trees and swept ships and boats out to sea as it made landfall in northern Vietnam Saturday, state media said. The typhoon made landfall in Hai Phong and Quang Ninh provinces, packing winds exceeding 149 kilometres (92 miles)...

Super Typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam after killing two in China

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‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei died on Thursday, four days after she was doused in petrol and set on fire by her boyfriend in Kenya, in the latest attack on a female athlete in the country. Cheptegei, 33, who competed in the Paris Olympics, suffered burns to more than 75% of her body in Sunday's attack, Kenyan and Ugandan media reported.

Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei dies, days after boyfriend set her on fire

New York (AFP) – Ukraine's Lyudmyla Kichenok became a Grand Slam champion at the US Open on Friday, just two days after cancelling her wedding. Kichenok, 32, teamed up with Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko to beat Kristina Mladenovic and Zhang Shuai 6-4, 6-3 in the women's doubles final. On Wednesday,...

US Open bride-to-be cancels wedding, wins Grand Slam title

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An opinion piece appearing in the Journal of the American Medical Association, or JAMA this week illustrates why the drug problem among people experiencing homelessness in Denver may be so severe. It's because many homeless people aren't addicted to just one drug, but two, according to the viewpoint's author, Benjamin A. Howell of Yale School of Medicine and colleagues.

Fentanyl-meth combo ravages homeless in Denver, so why aren't there better treatments?

New York (AFP) – Frances Tiafoe blamed his heartbreaking five-set US Open semi-final defeat to Taylor Fritz on cramping after his "body shut down". Tiafoe twice led in the match but the final set lasted just 27 minutes in which he was broken three times and collected just nine points.

'My body shut down', says Tiafoe after US Open heartbreak

The United States announced this week an additional $40 million to combat food insecurity in Africa, at a time when malnutrition and famine are on the rise. Thousands of experts are also looking at solutions to these crisis in Rwanda, at the biggest African forum on agriculture. Clément Di Roma has more.

Rwanda forum aims to battle African food insecurity

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Starting in late September, the federal government will relaunch its at-home COVID-19 test program that makes every U.S. household eligible for four free COVID-19 tests to be sent directly to their home.

Every household can get four free COVID-19 tests by mail, starting late September

Los Angeles (United States) (AFP) – Two animal lovers who stopped on a US freeway to rescue a stranded kitten caused a three-vehicle crash -- and then lost the cat they were trying to help. The couple spotted the stray moggy as they drove east on the CA-91 near...

Kitten rescuers cause LA freeway smash - and don't save cat

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There's a buzz in Boca Raton, but not the kind you’d expect for a luxury development. The highly anticipated Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Residences is facing some serious backlash as frustrated buyers are now taking legal action, demanding their money back after years of waiting.

Florida Developer Hit with 3 More Lawsuits in 10 Days as Buyers Demand Deposits Back

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Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

Israeli forces appeared to have withdrawn from three refugee camps in the occupied West Bank by Friday morning, after a more-than weeklong military operation that left dozens dead and a trail of destruction.

Israeli forces withdraw from Jenin after operation leaves trail of destruction

The issue comes after the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) issued an emergency directive to airlines ordering mandated inspections on A350-1000s which are powered by XWB-97 engines made by Rolls-Royce. The checks were prompted by an "in-flight engine fire" on one of Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific's Zurich-bound flights. Malaysia...

Malaysia Airlines finds 'potential issue' on A350-900 engine

French left-wing parties and student unions have called for protests across the country as the newly appointed Prime Minister Michel Barnier tackles his first challenge of forming a cabinet. Barnier’s nomination has come as a shock for many and a disappointment for the left-wing coalition, New Popular Front, which won the snap elections called for President Macron two months ago.

French left to hold protests as new PM Michel Barnier takes office

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NEW JERSEY - A San Antonio, Texas woman, Janet Bernal, also known by several aliases including “Rocky G” and “RockyG-Kruella,” has been arrested and charged with wire fraud for allegedly selling over $18 million worth of counterfeit coupons to be used at retail stores across the United States.

Coupon Queen's $18M Fraud: Woman Arrested in Nationwide Scheme

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They're shaped like a potato and tend to bake in hot weather, biologists say. That's why you will find cheeky little pikas in Colorado's mountains. But climate change could cause these critters' numbers to dwindle, according to wildlife experts. Like polar bears, Pikas may predict warmer temperatures, scientists say.

Potato-shaped critter visible now may predict climate change in Colorado

2024-09-07 09:01 'The 26-year-old rights activist Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a dual US and Turkish national, was taking part in a protest'

'The 26-year-old rights activist Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a dual US and Turkish national, was taking part in a protest'

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According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

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Mitoma, Endo score as Japan thrash China 7-0 in World Cup qualifying

Japan (AFP) – Premier League stars Kaoru Mitoma and Wataru Endo both scored as Japan thrashed China 7-0 on Thursday to start the third round of...

Mitoma, Endo score as Japan thrash China 7-0 in World Cup qualifying

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