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Afghan police disperse women's rights rally in Herat

Afghan police disperse women's rights rally in Herat

Afghan men held a rare rally Tuesday in the western city of Herat over new restrictions against women, with police denying witness accounts to AFP that protesters were dispersed with live fire.

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Six Georgians tried in France over theft of rare Russian books

Six Georgians tried in France over theft of rare Russian books

Six Georgian nationals went on trial in Paris on Tuesday for the theft of rare editions of Russian literary classics from prestigious French libraries, including works by Alexander Pushkin.

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US trade gap narrows in April on oil exports boost

US trade gap narrows in April on oil exports boost

The US trade deficit shrank slightly in April, government data showed Tuesday, with energy exports bolstered by a supply crunch following war in the Middle East.

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Stocks rise, oil eases after Trump evokes Iran deal

Stocks rise, oil eases after Trump evokes Iran deal

Stock markets mostly rallied Tuesday and oil prices dipped after US President Donald Trump hinted at a deal with Iran in the coming days, while OpenAI's confirmation of a plan to issue shares rekindled demand for technology stocks.

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One shot as Kenyan protests at US Ebola centre turn violent

One shot as Kenyan protests at US Ebola centre turn violent

At least one person was shot as Kenyan police fought violent running battles with protesters Tuesday over an Ebola quarantine centre being built for US citizens in a tourist town.

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Townsend says Dempsey still part of Scotland set-up despite Japan move

Townsend says Dempsey still part of Scotland set-up despite Japan move

Head coach Gregor Townsend said on Tuesday he expects Jack Dempsey to remain involved in the Scotland set-up ahead of next year's Rugby World Cup despite the back-rower's move to a Japanese club.

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Trump-linked resort plan ignites Albanian discontent

Trump-linked resort plan ignites Albanian discontent

Thousands have taken to the streets across Albania for over a week, as a luxury resort development linked to US President Donald Trump ignites long-running discontent over corruption in the Balkan nation.

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Itoje out of latest England training squad

Itoje out of latest England training squad

England captain Maro Itoje was left out of the latest Red Rose training squad announced on Tuesday, creating fresh uncertainty over his involvement in next month's start of the inaugural Nations Championship.

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Acid attack on woman doctor sparks fear, protests in Pakistan

Acid attack on woman doctor sparks fear, protests in Pakistan

An acid attack against a woman doctor has sent shockwaves through Pakistan's medical sector, sparking strikes and a protest Tuesday demanding safety and justice for the victim.

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'No fairytale ending' as winger Lowe announces Ireland exit

'No fairytale ending' as winger Lowe announces Ireland exit

New Zealand-born winger James Lowe announced on Tuesday that he was leaving Ireland and Leinster amid rumours of an impending move to Japan.

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