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Germany's Scholz weathers shocks in turbulent first year
AFP, Published on 04/12/2022
» FRANKFURT (GERMANY) - A war in his backyard, galloping economic crisis, and unhappy partners at home and abroad -- German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has weathered unprecedented shocks in his first year, while struggling to make a mark on the global stage.
Trio win Nobel Physics Prize for black hole research
AFP, Published on 06/10/2020
» STOCKHOLM: Roger Penrose of Britain, Reinhard Genzel of Germany and Andrea Ghez of the US won the Nobel Physics Prize on Tuesday for their research into black holes, the Nobel jury said.
Foam in hole and toilet paper for prizes, US golfers play on despite virus
AFP, Published on 30/03/2020
» LOS ANGELES - While most global sport has shut down over the coronavirus pandemic, a US third-level women's golf tour is playing through, aided by a ruling declaring Arizona courses as essential businesses - and where a winner's prize recently included a toilet roll.
Top women's golf stars seek gold after 116-year wait
AFP, Published on 17/08/2016
» RIO DE JANEIRO - Women's golf returns to the Olympics after 116 years on Wednesday with every top star in the Rio field and anticipation of a unique showdown unlike any major championship.
Jang, Kerr share LPGA lead as Ko-Park duel tightens
AFP, Published on 22/11/2015
» NAPLES (UNITED STATES) - Rookie Jang Ha-Na and veteran Cristie Kerr shared the lead after Saturday's third round of the LPGA Tour Championship, while Lydia Ko and Park In-Bee took their fight for world number one into the final round of the season.
Factfile of five Premier League title contenders
AFP, Published on 07/08/2015
» LONDON - Chelsea start their defence of the Premier League trophy when the new top-flight season kicks off on Saturday. Here AFP Sport takes a closer look at the five leading contenders for the English title.
Scuba divers lead charge against invasive lionfish
AFP, Published on 17/02/2015
» ISLAMORADA (UNITED STATES) - Clad in a gray hooded wetsuit, Eric Billips straps on his scuba tank, grabs a pole spear and nods at his dive buddy as they step feet-first off the boat and disappear with a splash into sparkling blue waters off the Florida Keys.
Fast-healing Tiger feels great, no reinjury fear
AFP, Published on 25/06/2014
» Tiger Woods returns to competition Thursday saying he is pain free and healthy for the first time in two years and eager to add to his 14 major titles.
Pain-free Tiger sees little risk in return
AFP, Published on 24/06/2014
» Tiger Woods says he is feeling as well as he has in two years and sees little re-injury risk this week despite a comeback that is well ahead of schedule.
Skillz brings friendly wagers to iPhone games
AFP, Published on 28/05/2014
» Skillz wants iPhone and iPad game players to put their money where their mouths are.