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China’s lithography leap
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Australia limits migration
Italian feminist fighter Emma Bonino dies
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Indonesia seeks to bring back baby orangutans allegedly trafficked to India
Indonesian authorities are working to repatriate five baby orangutans allegedly trafficked to India, where they were found motherless in a forest, Jakarta's forestry ministry told AFP Friday.
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Tiny Elversberg 'leave Earth's orbit' as Bayern come to town
Four years after plying their trade in the semi-professional fourth division of German football, newly promoted SV Elversberg welcome defending Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich on Sunday.
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Wrexham's Hollywood takeover fuels economic boom
Wrexham's fairytale rise since a takeover by Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney has not been limited to on-pitch success as a wave of new fans from around the globe has fuelled an economic boom in north Wales.
Australian soldier accused of war crimes in Afghanistan granted bail
An Australian court granted bail on Friday to former soldier Ben Roberts-Smith, charged with murdering unarmed prisoners captured in Afghanistan following a sweeping war crimes probe.
Marvel premieres first 'Avengers: Doomsday' trailer at CinemaCon
Disney showcased the first theatrical trailer of the new Marvel franchise film "Avengers: Doomsday" on Thursday during the closing day of CinemaCon in Las Vegas.
God, destiny, Griezmann: Atletico target rare Copa del Rey success
No sooner had Atletico Madrid eliminated Barcelona from the Champions League than their fans turned their attention to Saturday's Copa del Rey final against Real Sociedad.
Racing 92's Manu eyes All Blacks World Cup berth
Racing 92 centre Joey Manu says he would love to play for New Zealand at next year's Rugby World Cup as the former NRL star prepares for the Paris derby in the French Top 14 on Sunday.
Judgement day for Man City and Arsenal in title showdown
Title-chasing Manchester City face leaders Arsenal in a seismic showdown at the top of the Premier League on Sunday.
All Blacks great Jones says rugby union losing 'hearts and minds' to league
All Blacks great Michael Jones told AFP that rugby union in New Zealand is losing the battle for "hearts and minds" to rival code rugby league, particularly among Pacific islanders.
England great Catt says 'good guy' Prince Harry a boon for rugby
England great Mike Catt said "good guy" Prince Harry's decision to attend a Super Rugby match on his Australia visit Friday was a "huge benefit" for the sport.
'AI shamans' tell the fortunes of curious South Koreans
The sound of tinkling bells drifts through an alley in central Seoul, an unmistakable sign that a shaman is near -- although in this case the mystic is a robot powered by artificial intelligence.
Escaped wolf in South Korea recaptured, returned to zoo
A wolf that escaped from a South Korean zoo was recaptured on Friday, authorities said, after he caused a school closure, a huge nine-day search and a government gaffe over an AI-generated image.
Japan's Olympic pairs skating champions announce retirement
Japan's Olympic figure skating pairs champions Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara announced their retirement on Friday, saying they were ending their careers with "no regrets".
Iranian women footballers have 'hope for future' in Australia
Two Iranian women footballers who sought asylum last month during the Asian Cup said Friday the support they had received in Australia gave them hope of being able to "live and compete in safety".
Aberg grabs one-stroke lead at RBC Heritage, Scheffler five back
Sweden's Ludvig Aberg fired eight birdies in a crisp eight-under par 63 on Thursday to take a one-stroke lead in the US PGA Tour RBC Heritage, where world number one Scottie Scheffler was five off the pace.
Embattled LIV Golf to make 'surprise' changes: CEO
LIV Golf is preparing to make structural changes that "might surprise some people," CEO Scott O'Neil said Thursday, as the embattled breakaway league scrambles to fend off rumors it could soon collapse without Saudi funding.
France reports over 40 cryptocurrency kidnappings so far this year
France has seen more than forty cases of kidnappings or hostage takings linked to cryptocurrencies since January, a worrying surge since last year as criminals seek to extort digital currency investors for ransom, authorities said Thursday.
Karbon-X Launches SkyXero, a New App for Flight Emissions Tracking as Travelers Seek Trusted Climate Solutions
New mobile app enables real-time flight emissions tracking and access to verified climate projects worldwide, launching during Earth Month.
Durant not only Rockets weapon, Lakers star James warns
Superstar LeBron James warned Thursday that Kevin Durant isn't the only threat the depleted Los Angeles Lakers must be wary of in their NBA playoffs first-round clash with the Houston Rockets.
Victoria Beckham defends parenting amid rift with son Brooklyn
Victoria Beckham said Thursday she and her husband David have always sought to "protect" their children, months after eldest son Brooklyn attacked his famous parents in an explosive social media rant.
'He was my idol' says Maradona doctor at trial over icon's death
Diego Maradona's personal physician, on trial over the 2020 death of the Argentine football legend, said Thursday he was innocent of any wrongdoing in relation to his "idol."
Palace lose but still progress to Conference League semis, Strasbourg comeback
Crystal Palace went down to a 2-1 defeat at Fiorentina on Thursday but nonetheless progressed 4-2 on aggregate to the semi-finals of the UEFA Conference League, where they will meet Shakhtar Donetsk.
Villa and Forest set up all-English showdown in Europa League semis
Aston Villa demolished Bologna and Nottingham Forest beat Porto in the Europa League on Thursday to set up an all-English showdown in the semi-finals.
'You can feel it' - Spurs' Wembanyama eager for NBA playoff debut
Victor Wembanyama, whose rapid rise from teen phenom to superstar has transformed the San Antonio Spurs into legitimate title contenders, is relishing his first shot at NBA playoff glory.
Netflix shares dive as revenue barely beats expectations
Netflix shares plummeted more than 8 percent on Thursday as the TV streaming titan reported quarterly revenue of $12.25 billion, which slightly topped expectations.
Cruise control: 'Top Gun 3' officially in the works
If you still feel the need for speed, Paramount Pictures has good news for you -- "Top Gun 3" is officially happening, with Tom Cruise back as daring pilot Pete "Maverick" Mitchell.
Musetti sees off Moutet to meet Fils in Barcelona Open quarters
Italian second seed Lorenzo Musetti eased into the quarter-finals of the Barcelona Open on Thursday with a straight-sets victory over Frenchman Corentin Moutet.
Kildunne on wing as England ring changes for Scotland Six Nations clash
Ellie Kildunne was named on the wing, rather than in her usual full-back position, as John Mitchell announced a much-changed side on Thursday for England's Women's Six Nations match away to Scotland.
Rybakina, Gauff cruise into Stuttgart quarter-finals
Top seed Elena Rybakina beat Diana Shnaider in straight sets to qualify for the quarter-finals of the WTA clay-court event in Stuttgart on Thursday as reigning French Open champion Coco Gauff also advanced.
Shakhtar draw at AZ to cruise into Conference League semis
Shakhtar Donetsk drew 2-2 at AZ Alkmaar on Thursday as the Ukrainian side progressed to the UEFA Conference League semi-finals with a 5-2 aggregate win.
Freiburg sink Celta to clinch first appearance in Europa League semis
Freiburg made history as they swept into the Europa League semi-finals for the first time with a 3-1 win against Celta Vigo on Thursday.
France makes reusable period products free for young women
France's social security is to reimburse the cost of reusable menstrual cups and underwear for women under the age of 26 or battling poverty, the government said Thursday.
Woods fights subpoena for prescription drug records in DUI case
Tiger Woods's lawyer is fighting the demand for the golf superstar's prescription drug records, which were subpoenaed by the prosecution after Woods was charged with driving under the influence in Florida.
Punjab down Mumbai despite De Kock ton
South African Quinton de Kock's record third century was to no avail as Prabhsimran Singh and skipper Shreyas Iyer hauled Punjab Kings back to the top of the IPL table with a commanding seven-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians on Thursday.