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Alcaraz to return for US Open title defence

Alcaraz to return for US Open title defence

Carlos Alcaraz announced on Thursday that he will return at the US Open to defend his title after recovering from a wrist injury that has sidelined him for the past four months.

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MemeCore Arrives on Nasdaq Through $1 Billion Landmark Treasury Transaction

MemeCore Arrives on Nasdaq Through $1 Billion Landmark Treasury Transaction

MemeCore Principals Enter into a US$1.0 Billion Strategic Transaction with Nasdaq-Listed ZeroStack. Landmark Transaction Establishes Strategic Equity Position and Expands MemeCore’s Reach Across Decentralized AI, Digital Assets and Public Markets

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China's rapid solar expansion hurt bird diversity: study

China's rapid solar expansion hurt bird diversity: study

The global push for solar energy expansion could carry hidden biodiversity costs, according to a study across China published in the journal Science on Thursday.

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First US deportees land in Liberia

First US deportees land in Liberia

Twenty migrants deported from the United States arrived in Liberia Thursday, AFP journalists saw, the first of up to 1,200 foreign nationals the west African country has agreed to accept.

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President Paul Biya back in Cameroon after 73 days away

President Paul Biya back in Cameroon after 73 days away

President Paul Biya returned to Cameroon on Thursday after a 73-day absence that fuelled speculation about the 93-year-old's health and who is really running the country.

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US, Canada resume talks to finalize trade deal as details emerge

US, Canada resume talks to finalize trade deal as details emerge

US and Canadian negotiators resumed trade talks shortly after midday Thursday, as both countries push to finalize a deal to avert new tariffs threatened by President Donald Trump.

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Newcastle boss Jaissle unfazed by lack of respect

Newcastle boss Jaissle unfazed by lack of respect

Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle insists he doesn't care about the lack of respect for his team ahead of the new Premier League season.

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Europe heatwaves scorch 80 million with 40 C heat: AFP analysis

Europe heatwaves scorch 80 million with 40 C heat: AFP analysis

Europe's deadly record-breaking summer heatwaves sent temperatures above 40C in areas inhabited by 80 million people from mid-June to mid-August, according to official data analysed by AFP, with many of those areas not used to such hot weather.

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US Open purse to top $100 mn as Grand Slams form player council

US Open purse to top $100 mn as Grand Slams form player council

The US Open purse will top $100 million for the first time, a 20% increase on last year's $85 million that the US Tennis Association no doubt hopes will quiet the kind of protests over player compensation that erupted at the French Open and Wimbledon.

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Carrick insists Man Utd will make more signings after quiet transfer window

Carrick insists Man Utd will make more signings after quiet transfer window

Michael Carrick expects Manchester United's Premier League title challenge to be bolstered by new signings after his side were linked with a move for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.

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