Four climate change myths, debunked
Some people are skeptical that human activity is driving global warming. We take a look at the most common arguments used by climate deniers, and set the record straight.Despite a…
Manchester United face Celta Vigo, Ajax meet Lyon in last four
English powerhouses Manchester United have been drawn to play Spanish club Celta Vigo in the semifinals of the Europa League. In the other last-four clash, Dutch team Ajax meet Ligue…
Holders Real to meet city rivals Atletico in Champions League semis
In a repeat of last season's final, holders Real Madrid have been drawn to play city rivals Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semis. The other last-four clash pits Juventus…
Fiji issues $7 note to mark Olympic Rugby Sevens win
Almost a year after Fiji won their first-ever Olympic medal with a breath-taking 43-7 win over Great Britain in Rugby Sevens, the country has honored its medal-winning players and coach…
Tesla in recall to fix parking brake issue
The company, founded by Elon Musk, has confirmed it will send out an official notice to all customers affected by the issue. Tesla confirmed there were no accidents or injuries…
Schalke knocked out by Ajax in Europa League thriller
Goals from Leon Goretzka, Guido Burgstaller and Daniel Caligiuri looked to be sending Schalke through to the semifinals. But Ajax hit back twice in extra time and progressed on aggregate.Schalke…
‘IS’ claims deadly police shooting on Paris’ Champs-Elysees
A policeman has been killed on Paris' Champs-Elysee in what President Francois Hollande has described as a terrorist incident. The so-called "Islamic State" has claimed responsibility. The assailant has been…
Schäuble defends German trade surplus in the US
The German Finance Minister has rejected US charges that Germany's trade surplus is a sign of unfair policies and called on the Trump administration to remain engaged in trade liberalization.Speaking…
Differences cloud IMF, World Bank meetings
Semi-annual meetings of the two institutions have kicked off in Washington, with IMF chief Christine Lagarde making a passionate plea for free trade, while downplaying differences with the Trump administration.The…
Dortmund target Cup triumph and third spot after turbulent period
A difficult two weeks for Borussia Dortmund ended with elimination from the Champions League in Monaco. Attention now turns to the Bundesliga and a German Cup semifinal in Munich.There is…