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The financial strain some African economies have faced recently due to lower demand for exports, weak currencies and low commodity prices have made some commentators call into question the validity…
Rio’s final touches
RIO DE JANEIRO. — Rio de Janeiro hosts the Olympic Games in less than four weeks, but crime and economic crisis mean the party-loving Brazilian city is glum and struggling…
What now for Griezmann’s gen?
PARIS. — Tipped to emulate France’s 1984 European champions and 1998 World Cup soccer winners, the “Griezmann Generation’s” bitter Euro 2016 final defeat by Portugal will take some getting over.
Heartache for Griezmann
Paris. — Euro 2016 golden boot Antoine Griezmann suffered a second heartbreaking defeat in weeks when France lost to Portugal in Sunday night’s final.
JSE shortens settlement cycle
JOHANNESBURG — THE JSE shortened its settlement cycle from five to three days yesterday, a move that should boost the value and numbers of trades it handles daily. Known as “T+3”,…
Idris Elba goes back into action
Idris Elba got back into action last Sunday filming intense scenes for “The Dark Tower”. Amid scenes of destruction, the 43-year-old actor filmed a shoot-out with co-star Jackie Earle Haley, who…
‘Pets’ sets new box office record
London – The secret life of “Pets” won the hearts of audience young and old this weekend and set a new box office record in the process. Grabbing a stunning $103,17…
Walking in Spirit: God will wipe away your tears
Psalms 147:3; “He heals the broken-hearted and binds up their wounds.” A friend of mine went through a traumatic separation recently, the process was unexpected and painful. During that period…
Hre City reject Maritzburg offer
Tedious Manyepo Sports Reporter ZIMBABWE international defender Blessing Moyo’s bid to join South African Premiership club Maritzburg United has been put on hold after his club Harare City refused the R400…
Pain and joy for Ronaldo
PARIS. — A thundering out-of-the-blue shot by substitute Eder gave Portugal a shock 1-0 win over France in the European Championship soccer final, delivering the country’s first international title as…