NewsAgence-France PresseUkraine ex-president named witness in power abuse probe
Ukraine's former president Petro Poroshenko has been designated a witness in a criminal investigation related to the nomination of judges, the state investigation bureau said on Monday.
NewsAgence-France PresseAgreement reached to suspend female footballers' strike in Spain
Top-flight female footballers in Spain have agreed to suspend a playing strike after securing an agreement to reopen negotiations over pay, it was announced on Monday.
NewsAgence-France PresseCatholic Church calls for Bolivia talks to quell violence
Bolivia's influential Catholic Church called on Monday for a "national dialogue" to end more than a month of violent protests in which 23 people have died, as interim president Jeanine Anez promised elections "very soon."
NewsAgence-France PresseIran 'calmer' despite more riots over oil price hikes
Iran said it still faced riots even though the situation was "calmer" Monday after days of violent protests sparked by a shock decision to hike petrol prices in the sanctions-hit country.
NewsAgence-France PresseAirbnb incurs Paris wrath over Olympics partnership
Airbnb became a leading partner of the Olympics in a nine-year deal announced Monday that drew strong criticism from Paris, host of the 2024 summer Games.
NewsAgence-France PresseMore than 100,000 children in migration-related US detention: UN
More than 100,000 children are currently being held in migration-related detention in the United States, including those held with their parents and minors detained alone, the UN said Monday.
NewsAgence-France PresseFrench libel trial opens against alleged sex assault victim
A French writer reaffirmed in court Monday her accusation of sexual assault by a former minister, who is suing her for libel in a case critics see as an attempt to discourage abuse victims from speaking out.
NewsAgence-France PresseUS extends license for businesses to work with Huawei by 90 days
The United States on Monday granted another 90 days for companies to cease doing business with China's telecoms giant Huawei, saying this would allow service providers to continue to serve rural areas.
NewsAustralian Associated PressTrump tweets he might testify in inquiry
US President Donald Trump has tweeted he might be willing to testify in the House impeachment inquiry even though he has once against dismissed it as a hoax.
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Shooting at Oklahoma Walmart, three dead
Local media in the US state of Oklahoma, citing the state highway patrol, say at least three people have been shot and killed at a Walmart store in Duncan.
NewsAgence-France PresseWorried about re-election, Trump reportedly shelves vaping ban
US President Donald Trump has backed off from a proposed ban on certain flavors of e-cigarettes, fearing that such a move could cost him votes, US media said Monday.
NewsAgence-France PresseStocks slide as investors puzzle over trade talks
Global stock markets mostly fell Monday as traders wondered when and how a US-China trade war will be resolved, prompting mild profit-taking after strong recent gains, dealers said.
NewsOver half of Americans favor Trump impeachment: poll
A slim majority of Americans believe President Donald Trump should be impeached and removed from office for his controversial Ukraine actions, according to the first poll after the launch of public hearings in Congress.
NewsAgence-France PresseEngland World Cup winner Worsley joins Castres coaching staff
Joe Worsley, a World Cup winner with England in 2003, has joined Castres as defence coach until the end of the season, the Top 14 team announced on Monday.
NewsBreakaway Greeks qualify for Rugby League World Cup
Greece made sporting history at the weekend by qualifying for the Rugby League World Cup for the first time despite being banned from playing on home soil.
NewsAustralian Associated PressPrince Charles to meet Ardern, Bridges
New Zealand's PM Jacinda Ardern "doubts very much" the topic of Prince Andrew will come up during her meeting with Prince Charles, dismissing it as "gossip".
NewsAgence-France PresseRussia gives ships back to Ukraine ahead of summit
Russia on Monday handed over three navy ships it seized a year ago from Ukraine, Moscow and Kiev authorities said, in the latest move to ease tensions between the two countries ahead of a crucial summit.
NewsAgence-France PresseObservers slam Belarus polls for flouting democratic norms
Parliamentary polls in Belarus did not show respect for democracy, international observers said Monday, after the opposition to authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko failed to win a single seat.
NewsVettel, Leclerc summoned to explain collision
Ferrari team boss Mattia Binotto has called drivers Sebastian Vettel and Charles Leclerc to a clear-the-air meeting after their collision wrecked the team's hopes at the Brazilian Grand Prix.
NewsAgence-France PresseVatican: top anti-money laundering official leaves post
The Vatican's top financial investigator charged with investigating money laundering and other such crimes has left his post after the non-renewal of his contract, the Holy See said on Monday.
NewsAgence-France PresseDress Diana wore when she danced with Travolta up for sale
A midnight blue velvet gown worn by Princess Diana when she danced with actor John Travolta at the White House is being put up for sale, an auction house said Monday.
NewsAgence-France PresseTrump says will 'strongly consider' testifying in impeachment probe
President Donald Trump said Monday he is "strongly" considering accepting a challenge from opposition Democrats to testify in his own impeachment investigation.
NewsAgence-France PresseGirl dies, truck driver missing after French bridge collapse
A 15-year-old girl died and a truck driver was missing after a suspension bridge over a river in southwest France collapsed on Monday, reigniting a debate over infrastructure safety in the wake of last year's disaster in Genoa.
NewsAgence-France PresseRiot police use water cannons to disperse Georgia protesters
Riot police in Georgia used water cannons on Monday to disperse anti-government protesters who have taken to the streets after the ruling party backtracked on promised electoral reforms.
NewsAgence-France PresseLack of Champions League begins to hit Man Utd finances
Manchester United's failure to qualify for the Champions League is beginning to erode the club's finances, but increased commercial income helped the English giants post revenues of �135.4 million ($174 million) for the first quarter of the 2019-2020 season on Monday.