Uganda police detain protesters as anti-graft rallies begin
Ugandan police detained several demonstrators in the capital Kampala on Tuesday, according to an AFP journalist, as scattered anti-corruption rallies began despite being banned by authorities.
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India on $24 bn jobs drive in Modi's first post-election budget
India's government will spend $24 billion on employment and training, it said Tuesday, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi looks to address uneven economic growth and mollify disgruntled voters after a surprising election setback last month.
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Andy Murray confirms retirement after Paris Olympics
Former world number one and three-time Grand Slam title winner Andy Murray confrmed on Tuesday that he will retire after the Paris Olympics.
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Jones 'optimistic' about young Japan team despite three defeats
Eddie Jones said Tuesday he was "really optimistic" about Japan's young team, despite losing all three Tests since he took charge for a second time in January.
Read moreBangladesh arrest total passes 2,500: AFP tally
The number of arrests in days of violence in Bangladesh passed the 2,500 mark in an AFP tally on Tuesday, after protests over employment quotas sparked widespread unrest.
Read moreMarkets mixed after US rally ahead of inflation report
Asian markets were mixed Tuesday as investors struggled to extend a surge on Wall Street, where the tech sector bounced back after last week's losses, while attention turned to the upcoming release of key US inflation data.
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Colombia president enacts law banning bullfighting
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has enacted a law banning bullfighting, ending a practice that had been constitutionally recognized as part of the country's culture.
Read moreFrench star Bardot slams Japan's 'manhunt' against anti-whaling activist
French film star Brigitte Bardot has slammed Japan for its "manhunt" of anti-whaling activist Paul Watson, detained under an international warrant issued by Tokyo.
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Likely Democratic candidate Kamala Harris hits the campaign trail
After winning support from Democratic party heavyweights, Kamala Harris will test her potential candidacy with voters Tuesday at a campaign rally in Wisconsin, a critical "swing state" for her likely face-off with Donald Trump.
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Hamas announces 'national unity' deal with Palestinian rivals
Hamas announced Tuesday it had signed an agreement in Beijing with other Palestinian organisations including rivals Fatah to work together for "national unity", with China describing it as a deal to rule Gaza together once the war ends.
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