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DAVOS, Switzerland — China’s economic reopening might boost global growth, but the business leaders and policymakers at the World Economic Forum this week are also a little anxious on its…
Southern California: 10 killed in mass shooting
LOS ANGELES. — Ten people were killed and at least 10 wounded in a mass shooting in Monterey Park in Southern California on Saturday night, said local police. The shooter…
Is globalisation dead? The big question at Davos
The explosion in global connectivity and trade that was widely taken for granted for decades is certainly under pressure. From the Covid-19 pandemic to the United States-China rivalry, Brexit and…
Bidding war expected for Bellingham
LONDON. — Jude Bellingham is expected to turn down a double-your-money new deal when he meets Borussia Dortmund bosses this week. And that will officially kick-start the £100million-plus auction for…
Leaders Arsenal edge Man Utd in thriller
London. — Arsenal restored their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League with Eddie Nketiah scoring twice in a 3-2 defeat of Manchester United, including a 90th-minute winner,…
Swiatek, Gauff sent packing at Australian Open
MELBOURNE. — It all came so seemingly easy for Iga Swiatek last season — two Grand Slam trophies, eight titles overall, a 37-match winning streak, a lengthy stay at No.…
Operation Dudula endangering public health
Johannesburg. — The attacks on migrants targeted at Jeppe Clinic in Johannesburg by members of Operation Dudula not only endangered individual health, but also public health. This is according to…
One swig, Joyce was smashing windows
The Rhodesia Herald, January 23, 1969 Joyce Hall, a 29-year-old housewife, has promised never to brew any more home-made beer. After a swig of her first lot she remembered…
Global inflation scare vexes central banks
Central bankers from around the advanced world warned against complacency about the fading of the global inflation shock, saying they’ll keep raising interest rates to ensure their job is done.…