Author Archives: Syndicated Content
Two dead, eight wounded in Russian attack in Donetsk region - governor
KYIV (Reuters) - Two people were killed and eight wounded in a Russian attack on the city of Toretsk in the eastern region of Donetsk on Monday, regional governor Pavlo Kyrylenko said. Kyrylenko said ...
May 29, 2023
Wildfire in Canada's Halifax leads to evacuation orders for thousands of homes
By Eric Martyn and Kanishka Singh HALIFAX (Reuters) - A wildfire in the eastern Canadian city of Halifax led to mandatory evacuation orders for thousands of homes, with officials saying residents are ...
May 29, 2023
Spain's political high roller Sanchez takes biggest gamble yet
By Beln Carreo and Andrei Khalip MADRID (Reuters) - Pedro Sanchez's reputation as a risk-taker precedes him but his announcement on Monday of a snap election, after a poll setback and as an EU preside...
May 29, 2023
Tennis-Djokovic canters into French Open round two as Stephens lays down marker
By Julien Pretot PARIS (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic launched his quest for a record-breaking 23rd men's Grand Slam singles title with a no-nonsense 6-3 6-2 7-6 (7-1) first-round victory over debutant Al...
May 29, 2023
South Africa's central bank flags risks of capital outflows and sanctions
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - South Africa's central bank has warned of risks to the country's financial stability, due to capital outflows and the possibility of sanctions following a U.S. diplomat's accu...
May 29, 2023
Badminton-BWF extends ban on 'spin serve' until after Paris Olympics
(Reuters) - The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has extended the ban on the new "spin serve" until after next year's Paris Olympics and Paralympics, it said on Monday. The BWF this month temporarily ...
May 29, 2023
Vatican chastises bishops who stoke division on social media
By Philip Pullella VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - The Vatican urged bishops and high-profile lay Catholic leaders on Monday to tone down their comments on social media, saying some were causing division and...
May 29, 2023
Reactions to new Ugandan anti-LGBTQ law
(Reuters) - Uganda has implemented one of the world's toughest anti-LGBTQ laws, drawing widespread Western condemnation and outraging activists at home. Below is some reaction: LERATO, SOUTH AFRICAN F...
May 29, 2023
African economies debt outlook remains "cloudy" - World Bank economist
By Kopano Gumbi and Rachel Savage JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - The outlook for Africa's debt sustainability remains "cloudy" as low growth and high inflation challenge the stability of many economies acro...
May 29, 2023
Ukraine aide proposes post-war demilitarised zone in Russia
KYIV (Reuters) - A Ukrainian presidential aide said on Monday a demilitarised zone of 100-120 km (62-75 miles) should be established inside Russia along the border with Ukraine as part of a post-war s...
May 29, 2023
