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Stock markets mostly higher as traders eye possible Trump-Xi talks
Stock markets mostly higher as traders eye possible Trump-Xi talks

Major stock markets diverged and the dollar climbed on Tuesday as investors kept tabs on the China-US trade war, with speculation swirling that the countries' leaders will soon hold talks.

June 03, 2025

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After Madrid penalty furore, football's lawmakers rule for retakes
After Madrid penalty furore, football's lawmakers rule for retakes

Double-touched penalties, such as the disallowed kick by Julian Alvarez that helped knock Atletico Madrid out of the Champions League, should in future be retaken, international football's rule-making body said on Tuesday.

June 03, 2025

Reigning champion Swiatek beats Svitolina to reach French Open semis
Reigning champion Swiatek beats Svitolina to reach French Open semis

Triple-defending champion Iga Swiatek marched into the last four at Roland Garros on Tuesday with a straight-sets victory over 13th seed Elina Svitolina.

June 03, 2025

Nepal celebrates 75th ascent anniversary of Mount Annapurna
Nepal celebrates 75th ascent anniversary of Mount Annapurna

Nepal celebrated on Tuesday 75 years since the first ascent of Mount Annapurna, the 10th highest peak in the world, led by French climber Maurice Herzog.

June 03, 2025

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Brignone still unsure if she will be fit for Winter Games
Brignone still unsure if she will be fit for Winter Games

Italian ski star Federica Brignone said on Tuesday she was unsure if she would be fit for next year's Winter Olympics which are being held in Italy.

June 03, 2025

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Top seed Sabalenka beats Zheng to reach French Open semis
Top seed Sabalenka beats Zheng to reach French Open semis

World number one Aryna Sabalenka defeated Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen in straight sets to book the first spot in the French Open semi-finals on Tuesday.

June 03, 2025