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Zverev crashes as Tsitsipas, Draper advance in Monte Carlo
Markets rise despite China-US tariff clash
Markets rise despite China-US tariff clash

Stock markets regained some ground Tuesday, even as trade tensions between the United States and China were strained by turmoil over President Donald Trump's tariffs offensive.

April 08, 2025

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Aberg embraces fresh Masters test after runner-up debut
Aberg embraces fresh Masters test after runner-up debut

Ludvig Aberg stamped himself a rising star with a runner-up finish at the Masters last year, but the Swede said the good memories from his major championship debut will count for little when the tournament begins on Thursday.

April 08, 2025

Ukraine says captured two Chinese nationals fighting for Russia
Ukraine says captured two Chinese nationals fighting for Russia

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday that Ukrainian troops had captured two Chinese citizens fighting alongside Russian forces, adding Kyiv would demand an explanation from Beijing and a reaction from its allies.

April 08, 2025

McIlroy starts Masters with Aberg, Bhatia while Scheffler with Thomas, Ballester
McIlroy starts Masters with Aberg, Bhatia while Scheffler with Thomas, Ballester

Top-ranked defending champion Scottie Scheffler will play alongside Justin Thomas and US Amateur champion Jose Luis Ballester when the 89th Masters tees off Thursday at Augusta National.

April 08, 2025

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Stocks bounce after tariffs-fuelled rout
Stocks bounce after tariffs-fuelled rout

Stock markets bounced higher on Tuesday following a huge sell-off, but analysts warned of more turmoil as US President Donald Trump charges ahead in his escalating trade war.

April 08, 2025

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Prince Harry's lawyer cites threats in UK protection case
Prince Harry's lawyer cites threats in UK protection case

Prince Harry's lawyer outlined in court threats made against him, including calls for his murder, as King Charles's youngest son Tuesday appealed against an "unjustified" decision to restrict his police protection in the UK.

April 08, 2025