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S.Africa's Breyten Breytenbach, writer and anti-apartheid activist

Breyten Breytenbach, who died Sunday, was one of South Africa's most honoured writers, who found beauty in his Afrikaans language but was horrified at the white supremacy imposed by his government.

Six face trial in Paris for blackmailing Paul Pogba

Six men linked to Juventus and France midfielder Paul Pogba face trial from Tuesday, accused of blackmail, attempted extorsion of millions of euros and holding the player at gunpoint.

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Scientists warn entire branches of the 'Tree of Life' are going extinct

Humans are driving the loss of entire branches of the "Tree of Life," according to a new study published on Monday which warns of the threat of a sixth mass extinction.

Kylie Minogue: having young fans is 'alarming and exciting'

A viral TikTok hit this summer means Kylie Minogue has added another cohort to her multi-generational fan base -- many of them so young they have never heard the hits that made her a star.

King Charles III heads to France for state visit

Charles III finally makes it across the Channel from Britain to France this week, six months after rioting and strikes forced the last-minute postponement of his first state visit as king.

'American Fiction' wins top prize at Toronto film fest

"American Fiction" -- a satire about race, media and how white audiences consume Black culture -- sealed its place as an early Oscars frontrunner by winning the coveted top prize Sunday at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Huge groupers, the joy of Florida divers, are now 'vulnerable'

The goliath grouper, a colossus of a fish that can weigh up to 360 kilograms (nearly 800 pounds), is the delight of divers in Florida, though scientists warn their numbers are down since the US state allowed fishing of the giants resume.

Swedes throng capital for royal jubilee

Tens of thousands of Swedes thronged central Stockholm on Saturday to mark 50 years since King Carl XVI Gustaf ascended the throne.

South Africa holds state funeral for divisive Zulu leader Buthelezi

Thousands of people, some holding spears and dressed in traditional warrior clothes, on Saturday attended the funeral of South Africa's divisive Zulu leader Mangosuthu Buthelezi, who was implicated in a wave of deadly violence that marked the country's emergence from apartheid.

Hugh Jackman and wife separating: statement

"Wolverine" star Hugh Jackman and his wife of 27 years are to separate, a statement carried by US media said Friday.

London celebrates its 'fearless' young fashion designers

The story of how British designer Lee Alexander McQueen's legendary first "Taxi Driver" collection was lost after he showed it on a clothes rack at the Ritz Hotel is told in a new exhibition in London.

STOOF INTERNATIONAL: Fred Stoof, the Governing Mayor of Berlin, Kai Wegner and the rolling fortress "TROJAN"

The legendary Berlin Hoffest (Berlin Courtyard Festival), to which around 3500 guests from all walks of social life were welcomed in the courtyards of the Rotes Rathaus (Red City Hall) by the Governing Mayor of Berlin Kai Wegner, had an armoured highlight, the "TROJAN" from STOOF INTERNATIONAL.Armoured cars from STOOF International have strong steel plates, aramid, centimetre-thick window panes, special chassis with special brakes, fire extinguishing systems, GPS tracking systems, wheels with emergency running systems, armoured tanks, protected exhaust systems, sirens, flashing lights as well as many other secret special equipment and are above all one thing, absolutely inconspicuous!Numerous representatives from politics, business, science, diplomacy, culture, media and sport marvelled at the rolling fortress called "TROJAN".

Sweden throws royal bash for king's golden jubilee

Sweden celebrates the 50th anniversary of King Carl XVI Gustaf's reign with pomp and circumstance on Friday and Saturday, with a gala banquet, street parties and a procession through central Stockholm.

Princess Diana's 'Black Sheep' sweater sells at auction for $1.1 mn

An iconic red sweater worn by Princess Diana shortly after her engagement to then-Prince Charles, featuring rows of fluffy little sheep, sold at auction for more than $1.1 million following a frenetic bout of final bidding, Sotheby's announced Thursday.

Norway's princess to marry her shaman in August 2024

Norway's Princess Martha Louise, the oldest child of King Harald and Queen Sonja, will marry self-proclaimed shaman Durek Verrett on August 31, 2024, the couple announced on Wednesday.

Taylor Swift, Shakira shine at MTV Video Music Awards

Taylor Swift cleaned up at Tuesday's MTV Video Music Awards, as Shakira accepted the night's prestigious Video Vanguard prize with a hip-shaking, career-spanning performance.

UK republican group head to sue over coronation arrest

The head of UK anti-monarchy group Republic said on Tuesday he was suing police for wrongful arrest before King Charles III's coronation.

Trapped US explorer nears rescue from deep Turkish cave

A US explorer trapped for more than a week deep in a Turkish cave with internal bleeding could be pulled to safety as early as Monday night, rescuers said.

German circus replaces live animals with holograms

The smell of sawdust and popcorn fills the air. The clowns, acrobats and magicians are all in place.

Helmut Lang and Ralph Lauren kick off New York Fashion Week

Amid sweltering heat and jitters over the Hollywood strike, New York kicked off its Spring-Summer 2024 Fashion Week on Friday, with heavyweights Ralph Lauren and Helmut Lang returning to the industry's flagship event with fresh ideas.

Gun salutes and reflection as UK remembers Queen Elizabeth II

Ceremonial gun salutes rang out across the UK on Friday to mark the accession of King Charles III, as he paid tribute to his mother Queen Elizabeth II on the first anniversary of her death.

UK marks first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's death

Britain's King Charles III on Friday thanked the public for their support in his first year as monarch, as he marked the one-year anniversary of the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.

'That '70s Show' actor Danny Masterson given 30 years for rapes

"That '70s Show" actor Danny Masterson was sentenced Thursday to at least 30 years in prison for raping two women at his home two decades ago.

Scientists grow human-like kidneys in pigs

Chinese scientists have succeeded in growing kidneys containing human cells in pig embryos, a world first that could one day help address organ donation shortages.

Britain and France look to reset ties with state visit

British head of state King Charles III's upcoming visit to France will underscore historic close relations between the two countries, London and Paris said on Wednesday.

Woody Allen says supports #MeToo as 50th film shows at Venice

After a critical mauling for Roman Polanski, there was a warmer reception at the Venice Film Festival on Monday for another blacklisted director -- Woody Allen -- who insisted he supported the #MeToo movement "when it's beneficial".

Oh, deer: In US capital, 'Bambi' is increasingly unwelcome

To some, they are a magical sight to behold in the heart of the city -- to others a pest that eats through their gardens, endangers traffic and helps spread tick-borne diseases.

Thousands stuck in deep mud at Burning Man festival

Tens of thousands of drenched festivalgoers were stranded Sunday in deep, sticky mud in the Nevada desert after torrential rain turned the annual Burning Man gathering into a quagmire.

Charles III maintains royal tradition at Highland Games event

Britain's King Charles III on Saturday attended his first annual Highland Games in Braemar as monarch, a traditional highlight of his late mother Queen Elizabeth II's summer visits to Scotland.

Nobel Foundation cancels Russian ambassador invite to prize ceremony

The Nobel Foundation said Saturday it was reversing its decision to invite ambassadors from Russia and Belarus to this year's Nobel award ceremony in Stockholm, after the move sparked a backlash.

Colombia extradites celebrity designer to US over illegal leathers

Colombia has extradited to the United States a celebrity fashion designer wanted for the alleged smuggling of protected animal skin purses, police in the South American country said Wednesday.

Strike-hit Venice fest says Hollywood must prize 'art over content'

Hollywood strikes robbed the Venice Film Festival of some of its usual glitz as it launched its 80th edition on Wednesday, but jury president Damien Chazelle said it was a warning that the industry must prize "art over content".

Knocked out but heads high: S.Sudan cheers defeated basketball team

As the final whistle rang out, signalling South Sudan's defeat to Serbia and their elimination from the Basketball World Cup on Wednesday, diehard fan Deng Makuc said he was disappointed but proud.

Hollywood strikes sap glamour of Venice Film Festival

Historic Hollywood strikes have robbed the Venice Film Festival of some of its usual glitz as it launched its 80th edition Wednesday, but a raft of big-name -- and controversial -- directors are keeping the film world buzzing.

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