Ukraine and its cross-border attack on Russia: What we know

Agence France Presse 08/14/2024

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine’s army launched a surprise offensive into Russia last Tuesday, capturing over two dozen villages in the biggest cross-border assault on the country since World War II. The attack comes almost two and a…

Putin orders army: ‘Dislodge’ Ukraine as over 120,000 flee border

Agence France Presse 08/13/2024

President Vladimir Putin ordered his army on Monday to “dislodge” Ukrainian troops who have entered Russian territory as authorities said over 120,000 people had been evacuated away from the fighting. Kyiv launched a surprise offensive into Russia’s…

‘God saved me’: Ukraine incursion into Russian border sparks panic

Agence France Presse 08/12/2024

SUMY, Ukraine — The roar of artillery fire was deafening as Tetyana conferred with neighbours in her small village, which hugs the Russian border, over whether they should hold tight or flee. The days were relatively calm…

The last dance: 5 stars retiring after Paris Olympics

Agence France Presse 08/12/2024

PARIS, France — They have given us drama, golds and inspiration from their legendary Olympic performances. Now they are (probably) departing the stage forever, leaving golden memories. Here are five stars who had their last Olympics in…

Ukraine: Thousands of troops take part in incursion to destablize Russia

Agence France Presse 08/12/2024

KYIV, Ukraine — Thousands of Ukrainian troops are taking part in a major incursion into Russian territory, aiming to destabilise Russia by showing up its weaknesses, a top Ukrainian official has told AFP. Russia’s army on Sunday…

Paris Olympics: Attacking stars carry USA women to football final

Agence France Presse 08/09/2024

The United States have been carried to the Olympic women’s football final by their new-look attack. With Megan Rapinoe having retired and Alex Morgan being left out of the squad by new coach Emma Hayes, the trio…

Japan’s ‘megaquake’ warning explained

Agence France Presse 08/09/2024

Japan’s earthquake scientists say the country should prepare for a possible “megaquake” one day that could kill hundreds of thousands of people — although they stress the warning does not mean a colossal tremor is imminent. The Japan Meteorological…

Japan scientists issue ‘megaquake’ advisory after tremor hurts 8

Agence France Presse 08/09/2024

Japan’s earthquake scientists have warned of the possibility of a coming “megaquake” after eight people were injured Thursday by one of magnitude 7.1 in the south. “The likelihood of a new major earthquake is higher than normal,…

PH holds joint patrols with US, Canada, Australia in WPS

Agence France Presse 08/07/2024

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines launched on Wednesday two days of joint sea and air exercises with the United States, Canada and Australia, a joint statement said, as Beijing presses its territorial claim over the South China…

Paris Olympics: Algerian boxer in gender row marches into final

Agence France Presse 08/07/2024

The Algerian boxer embroiled in a major gender controversy at the Paris Olympics won her semi-final on Tuesday to guarantee at least a silver medal in front of a raucous Roland Garros crowd that chanted her name.…

Paris Olympics: US routs Brazil to reach basketball semifinals

Agence France Presse 08/07/2024

The United States, with 18 points from Devin Booker and 17 from Anthony Edwards, routed Brazil 122-87 on Tuesday to book an Olympic basketball semi-final showdown with Nikola Jokic’s Serbia. Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James scored…

Bangladesh: Military takes control after ruler Hasina flees

Agence France Presse 08/06/2024

Bangladesh’s army chief was due to meet student protest leaders Tuesday, a day after the military took control as mass demonstrations forced longtime ruler Sheikh Hasina to flee the country. READ MORE: Venezuela top prosecutor announces criminal…

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