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Judge declares mistrial in Weinstein sex assault case
Eurovision finalists tune up as boycotting Spain digs in
Eurovision finalists tune up as boycotting Spain digs in

Eurovision performers from 25 countries on Friday went through a full dress rehearsal for the grand final, while Spain's prime minister defended the country's boycott of this year's event over Israel's participation.

May 15, 2026

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Indonesia's first giant panda is set to charm the public
Indonesia's first giant panda is set to charm the public

With his signature black and white fur, the first giant panda born in Indonesia is growing and thriving ahead of his public debut this month.

May 15, 2026

Cheer and tears as African refugee rap film 'Congo Boy' charms Cannes
Cheer and tears as African refugee rap film 'Congo Boy' charms Cannes

The premiere of "Congo Boy" on Friday was like no other the Cannes Film Festival has ever seen, with director Rafiki Fariala -- who also wrote its catchy soundtrack -- breaking into song to introduce his cast and crew.

May 15, 2026

Norwegian Ruud rolls into Italian Open final, Sinner set for Medvedev clash
Norwegian Ruud rolls into Italian Open final, Sinner set for Medvedev clash

Casper Ruud reached the final of the Italian Open on Friday after dismantling Italy's Luciano Darderi 6-1, 6-1 in a rain-interrupted match and setting up a potential title showdown with Jannik Sinner.

May 15, 2026

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Vingegaard powers to maiden Giro stage victory
Vingegaard powers to maiden Giro stage victory

Jonas Vingegaard ignited his Giro d'Italia title bid on Friday with a brilliant stage seven victory on the formidable Blockhaus climb in the Apennines.

May 15, 2026

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Zimbabwe tobacco hits new highs under smallholder contracts
Zimbabwe tobacco hits new highs under smallholder contracts

Rows of green tobacco plants stretched towards the bush in a vast field of a crop that has rebounded to record levels in Zimbabwe, driven largely by smallholders contracted to Chinese firms.

May 15, 2026