Argentine mining threatens scarce water resources in the Andes
San Juan's once-sparkling rivers have shriveled due to drought, and residents in the rugged, western Argentine province fear that prospective mining projects in the Andes will make matters worse.
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Abdullah Ibrahim, world-renowned South African jazz pianist
Pianist and composer Abdullah Ibrahim, who died Monday aged 91, escaped apartheid-era South Africa to be discovered by jazz great Duke Ellington, becoming highly influential with a distinct musical style and touring the world into his nineties.
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Trump to hold political rally on July 4 to mark US 250th
US President Donald Trump announced plans Monday for a major "rally" in Washington on the July 4 Independence Day, further imposing his political brand on celebrations of America's 250th anniversary.
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Deschamps points to Spain as team to beat at World Cup
France coach Didier Deschamps said on Monday Spain are the team to beat at the World Cup, seeking to temper expectations for a squad that includes several tournament debutants.
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Tunisian football bosses mull firing Lamouchi after World Cup thrashing
Tunisia coach Sabri Lamouchi's job is in the balance as federation chiefs are holding talks following the humiliating 5-1 defeat by Sweden in their opening World Cup match, a source told AFP Monday.
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Timeline of Trump-linked resort project in Albania
Protests have swept Albania for more than two weeks over plans for a luxury hotel project linked to US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner.
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Relegated Wolves appoint Peixoto as new manager
Wolves hired Cesar Peixoto as their new manager on Monday after sacking Rob Edwards following their relegation from the Premier League.
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New Zealand need collective effort to replace Williamson: Ravindra
Rachin Ravindra admits it will take a collective effort from New Zealand's batsmen to replace Kane Williamson after his shock decision to retire from international cricket.
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IMF chief warns energy recovery to take time after US-Iran ceasefire
The International Monetary Fund chief on Monday welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, but warned it would take time for energy and other supply disruptions to dissipate.
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Lebanese mourn destroyed homes, livelihoods in southern city
When Kamal Kamal heard a ceasefire deal had been agreed between Iran and the United States, he rushed back to the southern city of Nabatieh only to find an Israeli strike had reduced his life's work to rubble.
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