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Japan ramps up G7 security after PM attacks

Hiroshima (Japan) (AFP) - Security is tight at every G7 summit, but this year's host Japan has more to prove than most, after an attack last month on the prime minister and the 2022 assassination of ex-premier Shinzo Abe.

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Football chaos brings curtain down on drama-filled SEA Games

Phnom Penh (AFP) - Nearly two weeks of triumphs, tears and the occasional tantrum came to an end Wednesday as the Southeast Asian Games closed in Cambodia, with Vietnam taking home the most medals.

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Jokic dominates as Nuggets hold off Lakers in opener

Los Angeles (AFP) - Nikola Jokic produced a dominant display as the Denver Nuggets held off a late Los Angeles Lakers fightback to win their NBA Western Conference finals opener 132-126 on Tuesday.

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'Pushing back': G7 seeks influence with expanded guestlist

Tokyo (AFP) - When G7 leaders meet in Hiroshima this week, they won't be alone: eight non-members including major developing economies have been invited in a bid to sway opinion on Russia and China.

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The second life of Hiroshima's origami cranes

Miyajima (Japan) (AFP) - At a hillside temple, a monk in saffron robes blows a refrain on a conch and begins chanting prayers as thousands of origami cranes donated to Hiroshima burn.

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Singapore executes second prisoner in three weeks

Singapore (AFP) - Singapore on Wednesday hanged a man for trafficking drugs, authorities said, in the city-state's second execution in three weeks.

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Climate activists put the heat on shareholder meetings

Paris (AFP) - Climate activists are using shareholder meetings to turn up the heat on corporations about their carbon footprints, from flooding them with questions to more colourful tactics like singing or throwing cake at executives.

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US 'space symphony' puts stunning NASA images to music

Tysons Corner (United States) (AFP) - It could be the ultimate blend of art and science -- a new seven-suite "space symphony" inspired and illustrated by NASA's latest mind-boggling images.

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Asian markets mixed as sluggish debt talks worry investors

Hong Kong (AFP) - Unease over the slow progress of US debt talks further dampened sentiment in Asian markets Wednesday, though Japanese stocks got a boost from forecast-beating economic growth data.

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Shetland knitters lament fading island tradition

Lerwick (United Kingdom) (AFP) - Hazel Tindall sits in the armchair of her living room, her fingers moving with speed and precision as her knitting needles click together and the brightly-coloured yarn in her lap takes shape.

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Moroccan nomads keep alive ancient sport of sand hockey

M'hamid El Ghizlane (Morocco) (AFP) - In a Moroccan oasis town on the edge of the Sahara, nomads in turbans and tunics are thwacking a camel-wool ball across the desert in a traditional pastime: sand hockey.

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Brazil 'finfluencers' bring finance to the favelas

Sao Paulo (AFP) - With his tattooed arms, drop-fade haircut and baby-face looks, Murilo Duarte doesn't look like a typical financial adviser as he dishes out investment tips on social media from the Sao Paulo favela where he grew up.

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Coronation tiara crowns Geneva jewels auction

Geneva (AFP) - A tiara worn at two British coronations and the Star of Egypt diamond that purportedly once belonged to King Farouk sold at auction on Wednesday, crowning a week of dazzling jewellery sales in Geneva.

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Biden trims Asia-Pacific tour as hopes rise of debt deal

Washington (AFP) - Joe Biden and opposition Republican leaders on Tuesday offered hope of a deal that could avoid a catastrophic US debt default, although the president was forced to shorten an upcoming Asia-Pacific tour for further crisis talks.

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Japan economic growth beats expectations in first quarter

Tokyo (AFP) - Japan's economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter, official data showed Wednesday, helped by a recovery in inbound tourism after pandemic border restrictions were lifted.

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Frigid US city becomes haven in climate change era

Duluth (United States) (AFP) - Standing on the frigid coast of Lake Superior, thawing ice glistening in the northern Minnesota sun, Christina Welch recalls what made her trade the temperate vineyards of northern California for the notoriously chilly city of Duluth.

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Musk says will tweet thoughts regardless of business blowback

San Rafael (United States) (AFP) - Elon Musk on Tuesday said a new Twitter chief executive will let him devote more time to Tesla, but that he will continue to tweet his unfiltered thoughts even if it hurts his businesses.

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Egyptian artisans carve a path to world luxury markets

Cairo (AFP) - Egyptian luxury brands are harnessing traditional craftsmanship from jewellery design to carpet weaving to bring the country's ancient cultural riches to the world.

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In Taiwan, UK's ex-PM to urge West to confront 'Cold War' with China

Taipei (AFP) - British former prime minister Liz Truss on a visit to Taiwan Wednesday will set up a full-throated clash with both China and her successor Rishi Sunak in demanding the West get tough with Beijing.

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Early blood test may unravel secrets of pregnancy loss

Hvidovre (Denmark) (AFP) - A blood test taken after a miscarriage suffered as early as week five of pregnancy can help explain why it occurred and in some cases lead to preventative treatments, Danish researchers say.

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Leverkusen's attacking starlets face Roma block chasing 'great goal' in Europe

Berlin (AFP) - Bayer Leverkusen host Roma on Thursday knowing their way to the Europa League final goes through Jose Mourinho's expertly parked bus.

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European masters Madrid threaten Man City's treble dream

Manchester (United Kingdom) (AFP) - Manchester City's bid for a historic treble faces the ultimate challenge on Wednesday as Real Madrid visit the Etihad aiming for the chance to retain their Champions League crown.

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Spurs win NBA draft lottery, poised for Wembanyama pick

Los Angeles (AFP) - The San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday were awarded the top pick in next month's NBA draft, leaving them in pole position to land French prodigy Victor Wembanyama.

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Japan GDP growth beats expectations in first quarter

Tokyo (AFP) - Japan's economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter, official data showed Wednesday, helped by a recovery in inbound tourism after pandemic border restrictions were lifted.

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Relative of Brigitte Macron beaten up at family chocolate shop

Lille (France) (AFP) - A relative of French first lady Brigitte Macron has been beaten up outside her family's chocolate shop in an apparent politically motivated assault that sparked widespread condemnation on Tuesday.

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