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Belgian comedian Noel Godin, who made a name throwing custard pies at celebrities from French film legend Jean-Luc Godard to tech titan Bill Gates, has died at the age of 80, his partner told AFP Monday.
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Dutch teen killed in Malaysia diving accident, two rescued
A Dutch teenager was killed when a group he was diving with off Malaysia's coast went missing, officials said Saturday following the dramatic rescue of his father and two others.
Ex-US general among 24 sanctioned by Iran
Tehran on Saturday said it sanctioned a retired US general and 23 other American nationals involved in what the Islamic republic described as terrorism and human rights violations.
As Ukraine's war bites, comedy offers light relief
On stage in war-torn Ukraine, 32-year-old comedian Sergii Gromov says the army has called him up and he might have to fight the Russians.
Hamilton tames Mercedes 'rattlesnake' to qualify fifth
Lewis Hamilton said his Mercedes was driving "like a rattlesnake" but the Briton tamed his car on Saturday to qualify fifth for the Australian Grand Prix in a much-improved performance.
Leclerc conquers Melbourne jitters, setting sun to take pole
Charles Leclerc has often struggled around the Albert Park circuit but he finally conquered it on Saturday to take pole for the Australian Grand Prix -- even as the setting sun presented yet another challenge.
'Terrible': Verstappen unhappy despite making Australia front row
World champion Max Verstappen complained that his weekend had been "terrible" despite qualifying second for Sunday's Australian Grand Prix, saying he did not feel comfortable in his Red Bull.
Two European divers rescued after disappearing in Malaysia
A British man and French teenager were rescued Saturday three days after going missing while diving in Malaysia, police said, as hopes faded for the man's son who is still unaccounted for.
Leclerc grabs pole ahead of Verstappen for Australian Grand Prix
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc claimed pole on Saturday for the Australian Grand Prix ahead of title rival Max Verstappen -- and in the process broke Lewis Hamilton's stranglehold on the grid in Melbourne.
US warns of 'arbitrary' Covid measures in China
The United States on Saturday warned of "arbitrary" Covid-19 measures in China and said it would let some staff leave its Shanghai consulate amid a surge of infections in the locked-down megacity.
In 'project of the century', Swiss seek to bury radioactive waste
Storing radioactive waste above ground is a risky business, but the Swiss think they have found the solution: burying spent nuclear fuel deep underground in clay.
Pakistan PM on way out as no-confidence vote looms
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan looked certain to be kicked out of office Saturday by a no-confidence vote in parliament, but a political crisis in the nuclear-armed nation of 220 million will likely continue.
Norris tops scrappy final Melbourne practice ahead of Leclerc
McLaren's Lando Norris upstaged Ferrari and Red Bull to clock the fastest time in a scrappy third and final practice on Saturday for the Australian Formula One Grand Prix.
China's health system faces raft of challenges as Omicron hits
China is battling its biggest spike in coronavirus cases since the start of the pandemic, with millions under lockdown and the healthcare system feeling the pressure.
Djokovic returns to Monte Carlo as Alcaraz waits to pounce
Novak Djokovic will return to action at the Monte Carlo Masters next week where Carlos Alcaraz, the teenager seen as his likely long-term successor as world number one and multiple Grand Slam winner, lies in wait.
Saudi Arabia to allow one million hajj pilgrims this year
Saudi Arabia said Saturday it will permit one million Muslims from inside and outside the country to participate in this year's hajj, a sharp uptick after pandemic restrictions forced two years of drastically pared-down pilgrimages.
Saudi Arabia to allow one million hajj pilgrims this year: statement
Saudi Arabia said Saturday it will permit one million Muslims from inside and outside the country to participate in this year's hajj, a sharp uptick after pandemic restrictions forced two years of drastically pared-down pilgrimages.
Two European divers rescued in Malaysia, one still missing
A British man and French teenager were rescued in Malaysia Saturday three days after going missing while diving, but the man's son was still missing, police said.
Bucks eye second seed after routing Pistons
The Milwaukee Bucks edged closer to securing second seeding in the Eastern Conference playoffs on Friday with a 131-101 rout of the Detroit Pistons.
Tiger battles back to stay in chase at the Masters
Tiger Woods faltered early but battled back to keep his comeback from severe leg injuries alive amid gusting winds that wreaked havoc in Friday's second round of the Masters.
Tiger swing changes after crash adding to back concerns
Swing changes forced upon Tiger Woods after severe leg injuries suffered in a car crash 14 months ago have added to concerns about his surgically repaired back at the Masters.
No. 1 Scheffler roars away from Tiger and field to lead Masters
World number one Scottie Scheffler defied difficult windy conditions to fire a five-under par 67 at Augusta National on Friday to take a commanding five-shot lead at the 86th Masters.
Honduras approves extradition of ex-police chief to US on drug charges
A Honduran judge on Friday authorized the extradition to the United States of former national police chief Juan Carlos Bonilla who is accused of running drug trafficking operations for former president Juan Orlando Hernandez.
Tiger fights back to stay in the hunt at the Masters
Tiger Woods faltered early then battled back into contention as his incredible comeback from severe leg injuries withstood gusting winds that wreaked havoc in Friday's second round of the Masters.
Wood's penalty takes Newcastle nearer Premier League survival
Chris Wood scored from the penalty spot as Newcastle took a huge step towards staying in the Premier League with a 1-0 win at home to Wolves on Friday.
Lasp-gasp Sevilla beat Granada to go second in Spain
Rafa Mir and Papu Gomez struck late as Sevilla bounced back from last week's defeat to Barcelona with a 4-2 win over Granada on Friday to go second in La Liga.
Rights Court urges Peru not to free ex-president Fujimori
The Inter-American Court of Human Rights published a resolution Friday urging Peru not to grant 83-year-old ex-president Alberto Fujimori, serving time for rights violations, a release on humanitarian grounds.
Marquez sixth fastest as Zarco tops Texas practice
Six-time MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez, back in the saddle after recovering from double vision, was sixth fastest in opening practice for the Grand Prix of the Americas on Friday.
Tiger struggles as windy Masters confounds contenders
Tiger Woods faltered in his incredible comeback from severe leg injuries early in Friday's second round of the Masters with gusting winds wreaking havoc at Augusta National.
US Olympic hurdler Allen signs for Eagles
United States Olympic hurdler Devon Allen has signed a three-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles, the club confirmed on Friday.
Former Masters champ Schwartzel seeks return to Augusta glory
Former champion Charl Schwartzel wasn't surprised to find himself in contention at the Masters, where luck and experience helped boost him to an impressive three-under par 69 at wind-whipped Augusta National.
Will Smith banned from Oscars ceremonies for 10 years
Will Smith was banned on Friday from attending the Oscars for the next 10 years, two weeks after the actor stunned the world by storming on stage mid-ceremony to slap the comedian Chris Rock.
Injured LeBron James' season over: Lakers
LeBron James will miss the Los Angeles Lakers' final two games of the season due to an ankle injury, the crisis-hit NBA giants said in a statement on Friday.