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US rapper Kanye West to perform in Albania in July

US rapper Kanye West to perform in Albania in July

US rapper Kanye West will perform in the Albanian capital Tirana in July, Culture Minister Blendi Gonxhe told AFP on Saturday, exulting that the country was on its way to becoming a destination for top cultural events. The US rapper, also known as Ye, is known for glorifying Nazi leader

Ex-F1 driver turned Paralympic champion Zanardi dies

Ex-F1 driver turned Paralympic champion Zanardi dies

Alex Zanardi, the Italian Formula One driver who became a Paralympic cycling champion after losing both legs in an accident, has died aged 59, his family announced Saturday. Zanardi, one of his country's most loved and respected sportsmen, who was credited with helping transform the perception of disability

In Vietnam, Japan PM vows more effort to keep Asia 'free and open'

In Vietnam, Japan PM vows more effort to keep Asia 'free and open'

Japan's prime minister vowed Saturday to do more to ensure a "free and open Indo-Pacific", using a speech in communist Vietnam to tout a regional strategy that has long rankled neighbouring China. "I am renewing my determination to fulfil Japan's responsibilities and.

Humpback whale stranded in Germany released into North Sea: media

Humpback whale stranded in Germany released into North Sea: media

A humpback whale that had been struggling to survive after beaching near the German coast was Saturday released into the North Sea off Denmark after being transported in a barge, a member of a rescue mission said. Dubbed "Timmy" by the German media, the whale was first spotted

Japan PM meets top Vietnam leaders in Hanoi

Japan PM meets top Vietnam leaders in Hanoi

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met top Vietnamese leaders in Hanoi on Saturday, inking multiple agreements ahead of a speech where she is expected to lay out her vision for a "free and open" Asia-Pacific region. The trip is Takaichi's first to Vietnam

Spirit Airlines begins 'wind-down', cancels all flights

Spirit Airlines begins 'wind-down', cancels all flights

Low-cost US carrier Spirit Airlines said on Saturday that all of its flights have been cancelled as it started an "orderly wind-down of operations" after a potential White House bailout fell through. US President Donald Trump previously expressed interest in organizing a package to save thousands

Pistons, Raptors survive as Lakers progress in NBA playoffs

Pistons, Raptors survive as Lakers progress in NBA playoffs

The top-seeded Detroit Pistons recovered from the brink of elimination with an astounding comeback against Orlando as the Los Angeles Lakers finally saw off Houston at the third time of asking in the NBA playoffs Friday. The Pistons' come-from-behind win took their series with the Magic