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Stock markets boosted after EU, US strike trade deal
Stock markets rose in Europe and Asia on Monday after the European Union and United States hammered out a deal to avert a potentially damaging trade war.

Four killed as heavy rain, flooding soaks northern China
Heavy rains that have soaked swathes of northern China killed four people and left eight missing on Monday, state media said, as downpours force thousands to evacuate across the capital city and surrounding areas.
'Draw that feels like a win': India hails great Test escape
India on Monday lauded their cricketers for pulling off a "draw that feels like a win" in the fourth Test against England to keep the series alive.

Heineken sees beer sales dip but keeps profit outlook
Dutch brewer Heineken sold less beer in the first half of the year, it announced Monday, as a slump in sales in Europe and the US failed to offset better performance in Asia.

China's Pan puzzled after shock 200m free exit at swimming worlds
China's Pan Zhanle said he was "not sure what happened" after crashing out in the heats of the 200m freestyle at swimming's world championships in Singapore on Monday.

Honkytonk Kenya: Africa's home of country music
The party is in Kenya, but the vibe is distinctly Americana: a sea of cowboy hats and boots with a soundtrack of whisky-soaked tales about heartbreak and good ol' boys.

Head of China's Shaolin Temple removed over embezzlement claims
The head of the Chinese temple known as the birthplace of kung fu will be disrobed for "extremely" bad behaviour, Beijing's top Buddhist authority said Monday, after allegations of embezzlement saw him placed under investigation.

Tunisia plastic collectors spread as economic, migration woes deepen
A towel draped over his head, Hamza Jabbari sets bags of plastic bottles onto a scale. He is among Tunisia's "barbechas", informal plastic recyclers whose increasing numbers reflect the country's economic -- and migratory -- woes.

China's birthplace of kung fu rocked by embezzlement probe
Chinese authorities are investigating the head of the temple where kung fu was born over alleged embezzlement and other misconduct, the monastery said.
European Union resigned to 15 percent US tariff
The United States and European Union clinched a trade agreement on Sunday that will see EU exports taxed at 15 percent, in a bid to resolve a transatlantic tariff stand-off that threatened to explode into a full-blown trade war.

Europe hopes for 'no surprises' as US weighs force withdrawals
After keeping Donald Trump happy with a pledge to up defence spending at NATO's summit, Europe is now bracing for a key decision from the US president on the future of American forces on the continent.

France's long wait for Tour winner goes on but Thevenet sees hope
After a superb Tour de France raced entirely on French soil, there is plenty for the host nation to cheer about but the absence of a French winner remains a national sore point.

Most markets rise, euro boosted after EU strikes US trade deal
Most stock markets rose with the euro Monday after the European Union and United States hammered out the "biggest-ever" deal to avert a potentially damaging trade war.

US tariff tussles stuff of nightmares for Bordeaux winemakers
French wine producers, already reeling from a downturn in their market, still do not know how bitter a taste the US tariffs on wine will leave on their palates.
European Union resigned to 15 pecent US tariff
The United States and European Union clinched a trade agreement on Sunday that will see EU exports taxed at 15 percent, in a bid to resolve a transatlantic tariff stand-off that threatened to explode into a full-blown trade war.

Taiwan's garbage trucks offer classical music and a catch-up
Taiwanese residents holding plastic bags of rubbish stand on a footpath as a yellow garbage truck playing classical music over a loudspeaker pulls up.

Thailand and Cambodia truce talks due but strikes continue
Thailand and Cambodia's leaders are due to meet for peace talks on Monday, as a festering territorial dispute along their shared frontier dragged into a fifth day of open combat.

De Minaur battles to DC Open crown
Australia's Alex De Minaur saved three match points on his way to a battling 5-7, 6-1, 7-6 (7/3) victory over Spain's Alejandro Davidovich Fokina to clinch the ATP Tour DC Open crown on Sunday.

US-China set to meet with extension of tariff pause on the cards
Top economic officials from the United States and China are set to renew negotiations Monday -- with an extension of lower tariff levels on the cards -- as President Donald Trump's trade policy enters a critical week.

What is the status of US tariff negotiations?
US tariff negotiations with key trading partners have shifted into high gear as economies race to avoid steeper duties before an August 1 deadline.

State of play in Trump's tariffs, threats and delays
Dozens of economies including India, Canada and Mexico face threats of higher tariffs Friday if they fail to strike deals with Washington.

UN tackles beleaguered two-state solution for Israel, Palestinians
France and Saudi Arabia will lead the charge starting Monday to revive the moribund push for a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians at a UN conference in New York.

Wallabies call up former All Black prop Ross for third Lions Test
Australia on Monday called up former All Blacks prop Aidan Ross for the third and final Test against the British and Irish Lions, while wing Harry Potter was ruled out injured.

Australia rugby boss seeks answers on controversial Lions try
Australian rugby boss Phil Waugh has demanded World Rugby explain a controversial decision by the referee to award the British and Irish Lions a series-clinching try in the second Test.

Monfils says Toronto loss marks his final Toronto visit
Gael Monfils said he has played for the last time in Toronto after crashing out of the Masters in Sunday's opening round of the ATP Masters to a Chilean qualifier.

GEN and Sulfateq BV Announce Positive Phase 1 Trial Data on Investigational Drug SUL-238 for Alzheimer’s and Other Neurodegenerative Diseases
Phase 1 results demonstrate that SUL-238, a first-in-class, orally administered, mitochondria-directed drug candidate, is safe and well-tolerated in healthy elderly volunteers, showing a favourable pharmacokinetic profile and high brain penetration. These findings support the advancement of SUL-238 into further clinical development for Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases.

Toronto top seed Zverev got expert insight from retired rival Rafa
Alexander Zverev returns to tennis with his confidence under repair after losing in the Wimbledon first round a month ago.

Kitayama captures PGA 3M Open title with big birdie weekend
Kurt Kitayama birdied six of the first eight holes then hung on down the stretch to win the 3M Open on Sunday for his second career US PGA Tour title.

George Lucas brings the force to Comic-Con in historic first visit
Comic-Con fans pulled out their lightsabers Sunday to welcome "Star Wars" creator George Lucas to the prominent pop culture convention for the very first time.

Palou wins eighth IndyCar title of year at Monterey Grand Prix
Alex Palou captured his eighth race of the IndyCar season on Sunday, dominating the Monterey Grand Prix to tighten his grip on a fourth season points crown in five campaigns.

Three things we learned from the fourth Test between England and India
India staged one of cricket's great escapes as they came away with a draw in the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford on Sunday.

England hero Kelly overcomes 'dark moments' on way to Euro 2025 glory
England penalty hero Chloe Kelly said Sunday she had been unable to hold back the tears after finishing a roller-coaster year in her career by scoring the spot-kick that allowed the Lionesses to beat Spain in the Women's Euro 2025 final.