Taiwan raids tech firms in China AI chip smuggling probe

Taiwanese investigators have raided the Taiwan offices of US company Super Micro Computer and two other tech firms, as part of probe into the alleged smuggling of Nvidia AI chips to China.

By Afp 8 hrs ago

Uganda dissidents on trial as president's son increases grip

The trials of two Ugandan government critics were set to resume Tuesday, with President Yoweri Museveni silent while his son cracks down on critics in an increasing show of power.

By Afp 7 hrs ago

South Africa police deploy on protesters' anti-migrant 'deadline'

South Africa police deploy on protesters' anti-migrant 'deadline'

By Afp 7 hrs ago

South Africa repatriations top 25,000 ahead of anti-immigrant ultimatum

South Africa's security forces said Monday that more than 25,000 people have been repatriated in recent weeks ahead of planned anti-immigrant protests, with many others still awaiting departure.

By Afp 7 hrs ago

Paraguay shock Germany as Brazil, Morocco advance at World Cup

.Paraguay sensationally sent four-time champions Germany crashing out of the World Cup on Monday as Brazil and Morocco clinched dramatic victories to reach the last 16.

By Afp 7 hrs ago

Morocco 'unstoppable' says coach after Netherlands thriller

Morocco coach Mohamed Ouabhi believes his team is primed to make a deep run at the World Cup, declaring that the Atlas Lions could be "unstoppable" if they play to their potential.

By Afp 7 hrs ago

Sweden face France's attacking firepower at the World Cup

France's star-studded attack faces a resilient Sweden in the World Cup last 32 as Norway, Mexico and Brazil also chase places in the quarter-finals.

By Afp 7 hrs ago

Iran prepares for late supreme leader's funeral

Giant portraits of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's late supreme leader killed in US-Israeli airstrikes, hung from Tehran's Grand Mosalla as workers raced to prepare for his funeral ceremony.

By Afp 59 mins ago

Saudi football federation chief resigns after World Cup exit

The president of Saudi Arabia's Football Federation has announced his resignation after the Green Falcons were knocked out of the World Cup in the first round.

By Afp 1 day ago

Canada reach World Cup last 16 as late strike sinks South Africa

Stephen Eustaquio's stoppage-time winner fired Canada to a 1-0 win over South Africa in the first match of the World Cup knockout rounds, as the co-hosts advance to the last 16

By Afp 1 day ago

Brazil, Germany eye World Cup last 16 as Netherlands face Morocco

Brazil's quest to win a record sixth World Cup heads into the knockout stages on as Carlo Ancelotti's team face Japan in the last 32

By Afp 1 day ago

Martinelli scores in 95th minute to send Brazil into World Cup last 16

Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored deep in injury time as Brazil beat a stubborn Japan 2-1 on Monday to roll into the World Cup last 16.

By Afp 20 hrs ago

World Cup star Gakpo requests privacy after death of unborn son

Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo has asked for "privacy and space" following the announcement by his partner Noa van der Bij that they had lost their unborn son.

By Afp 2 days ago

Uganda army chief shuts down NTV Uganda and the Daily Monitor

The Daily Monitor said on X that it was under "military siege", with armed soldiers on guard outside its offices in the capital Kampala.

By Afp 2 days ago

Croatia battle past Ghana to sew up World Cup Last 32 spot

Croatia beat Ghana 2-1 to claim second spot in Group L on Saturday to secure their passage to the last 32 of the World Cup.

By Afp 2 days ago

Kane, Bellingham on target as England win World Cup group

Jude Bellingham scored one goal and set up another to ensure England qualified for the World Cup knockout rounds as group winners on with a laboured 2-0 victory over Panama

By Afp 2 days ago

Wissa sends DR Congo into World Cup last 32 clash with England

Yoane Wissa scored twice as DR Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 and qualified for the last 32 of the World Cup for the first time in their history on Saturday.

By Afp 2 days ago

Scotland boss Clarke resigns after World Cup exit confirmed

Scotland manager Steve Clarke has stepped down following his side's elimination from the World Cup in the group stage, despite signing a four-year contract last month.

By Afp 2 days ago

Colombia and Portugal through to World Cup last 32 after thrilling draw

Colombia finished top of World Cup Group K after playing out a highly-entertaining end-to-end 0-0 draw with Portugal on Saturday.

By Afp 2 days ago

Austria and Algeria reach World Cup knockouts after 3-3 thriller

Algeria and Austria played out an incredible 3-3 draw in Kansas City on Saturday that ensured both teams qualified for the World Cup knockout rounds and eliminated Iran.

By Afp 2 days ago

Messi scores again as Argentina head into World Cup last 32 on a high

Lionel Messi came off the bench to score his sixth goal of the tournament as Argentina warmed up for their World Cup knockout tie with Cape Verde by beating Jordan 3-1

By Afp 2 days ago

Co-hosts Canada and South Africa in historic World Cup knockout clash

Co-hosts Canada and South Africa will both make World Cup history when they meet in the opening game of the knockout round on Sunday.

By Afp 2 days ago

Project eyes Zimbabwe's first gas-to-power production

An Australian energy group that has made significant gas discoveries in Zimbabwe is setting up a pilot project for the country's first own gas-to-power supply.

By Afp 2 days ago

In Idaho, the next generation of US nuclear reactors nears reality

A new generation of small nuclear reactors is up and running -- or nearly so -- in the United States, in what backers are calling a turning point for the industry.

By Afp 2 days ago

Belgium beat New Zealand 5-1 to reach World Cup last 32

Belgium defeated New Zealand 5-1 to book their place in the knockout rounds of the World Cup on Friday, securing their first win of the tournament to finish on top of Group G in Vancouver.

By Afp 3 days ago

Iran have certain World Cup last-32 place snatched away

The Pharaohs had learned before the game in Seattle that they were qualified due to results elsewhere, but Iran had a goal ruled out in stoppage time for offside

By Afp 3 days ago

Russian strikes kill two in Ukraine, response kills one

"The enemy attacked two districts of the region more than 30 times with drones and aerial bombs," said Ganja.

By Afp 3 days ago

At least 193 mn in Europe to face temperatures above 35C Saturday: AFP analysis

Some 404 million people across Europe (excluding Turkey) will see temperatures of more than 30C -- a slight dip from the day before, according to the analysis.

By Afp 3 days ago

Six protesters found dumped, tortured after arrest at Gen Z memorial march

Six protesters arrested during Gen Z anniversary protests found in different parts of Nairobi with signs of assault, KHRC says.

By Afp 2 days ago

Hat-trick hero Dembele displays Ballon d'Or brilliance for France at World Cup

Ousmane Dembele produced his best ever World Cup performance with a stunning first-half hat-trick in France's 4-1 win over Norway

By Afp 3 days ago

Gueye double keeps Senegal's World Cup hopes alive

Senegal became the first African side to score five goals in a World Cup match, a stunning double by Pape Gueye inspiring them to a 5-0 win over 10-man Iraq in their final Group I match.

By Afp 3 days ago

Cape Verde extend World Cup fairytale to set up Argentina meeting

World Cup debutants Cape Verde will face reigning champions Argentina in the knockout rounds after drawing 0-0 with Saudi Arabia on Friday to extend their fairytale journey.

By Afp 3 days ago

Uruguay crash out of World Cup as Spain avoid Argentina clash

Uruguay bowed out of the World Cup as goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's howler gifted Spain a 1-0 win in Guadalajara to secure top spot in Group H.

By Afp 3 days ago

US, Iran trade strikes putting new strain on Middle East truce

The trading of fire raised questions about efforts to keep the crucial waterway open while Washington and Tehran negotiate a final settlement to a war that began on February 28.

By Afp 3 days ago

Iran says US violated peace deal as both sides trade fire

"These brutal attacks, which targeted Iranian coastal surveillance facilities, are a blatant violation" of the memorandum of understanding to end the war, the Iranian foreign ministry said.

By Afp 3 days ago

England, Portugal eye top spots as World Cup group stages wrap up

England and Portugal will aim to finish on a high as the World Cup group stages draw to a close on Saturday with the final places in the knockout rounds up for grabs.

By Afp 3 days ago

Ivory Coast see 'no limits' after reaching World Cup knockouts for first time

Ivory Coast forward Nicolas Pepe believes the Elephants can keep on going at the World Cup after beating Curacao 2-0 on to reach the knockout rounds for the first time in their history.

By Afp 4 days ago

Germany committed 'tactical suicide' vs Ecuador, says Nagelsmann

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said his side, who had already qualified for the last 32 of the World Cup, had committed "tactical suicide" after Ecuador came from behind to win 2-1

By Afp 4 days ago

Australia draw with Paraguay to clinch World Cup last 32 place

Australia qualified for the World Cup knockout rounds on Thursday after battling to a 0-0 draw with Paraguay in Santa Clara to claim second place in Group D.

By Afp 4 days ago

Tunisia coach Renard has 'no regrets' despite World Cup flop

Herve Renard says he has no regrets about taking on the job as Tunisia's emergency coach at the World Cup despite the North African nation's catastrophic campaign.

By Afp 4 days ago