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Defiant Donald Trump dismisses stock market's tariff plunge
Markets extended a global selloff on April 4 as countries around the world reeled from US President Donald Trump's trade war, but the White House insisted the American economy will emerge victorious. Shock waves tore through markets in the United States, Europe and Asia after Trump's tariff bombshell, as foreign leaders signalled readiness to negotiate but also threatened counter-tariffs.
Five keys to England beating Spain to Euro 2024 title
AFP Sport looks at how England can raise their game to end a 58-year wait to win a major tournament.
Harry Kane on verge of epic trophy success for England at Euros
Harry Kane's strike to bring England level in a dramatic semi-final victory over the Netherlands was his 406th goal for clubs and country.
Turkey coach Vincenzo Montella removed ‘horrible stain’ against Austria at Euros
Turkey coach Vincenzo Montella said beating Austria 2-1 to reach the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 was extra special.
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez under fire ahead of Slovenia Euro 2024 clash
Portugal arrived in Germany among the contenders to win the tournament for a second time, but despite topping Group F, their performances lowered expectations over how far the Selecao can go.
Denmark coach slams VAR after Euro Round of 16 loss to Germany
Denmark thought they had gone in front just after half-time when Joachim Andersen scored, but the effort was eventually ruled out following a VAR check which showed Thomas Delaney was just offside.
WATCH: Mattia Zaccagni strike keeps Italy’s Euro 2024 dream alive, Spain top group
Italy are in the last 16 of Euro 2024 after forward Mattia Zaccagni struck a superb equaliser with almost the last kick of the game in Leipzig, sparking an explosion of joy among the Italian fans.
Roberto Martinez hails ‘resilient’ Portugal for late win over Czech Republic
Two substitutes combined for a 92nd-minute Euro 2024 winner as Francisco Conceicao struck his first international goal with his first touch of the ball from Pedro Neto's cross as Portugal beat Czech Republic 2-1.
Kylian Mbappe breaks nose in France’s Euro win over Austria
Kylian Mbappe's head violently collided with the shoulder of Austrian defender Kevin Danso as they competed for the ball in the air late in the Group D opener in Duesseldorf.
Rand strengthens against the dollar as SA avoids a recession
On Wednesday, the rand strengthened against the dollar to sit at R18. 95.
Dylan Frittelli wins for first time in seven years with victory in Bahrain
South Africa’s Dylan Frittelli produced a masterful display of golf coming down the stretch to claim his first victory in seven years on the DP World Tour, as he won the Bahrain Championship.
Security increased in Kosovo ahead of Euro qualifier against Israel
Israel's footballers are preparing to play Kosovo in a Euro 2024 qualifier on Sunday -- their first international fixture since the war broke out in the country in October.
World events scheduled for the first month of the new year
Events in January include the start of the 118th US Congress, the expansion of US wartime training of Ukrainian military personnel, the introduction of the euro in Croatia, the start of Lula da Silva’s presidency in Brazil, and the CES electronics expo in Las Vegas.
Talor Gooch leads at LIV Golf Boston
American Talor Gooch, who had top-10 finishes in the first three events of the controversial Saudi-backed LIV Golf Series, had six birdies and a bogey in his five-under par 65.
WATCH: Former Manchester United winger Nani signs with Melbourne Victory
The 35-year-old will join on a two-year deal from Italian club Venezia, following stints in the United States, Spain and Turkey since he left United in 2015.
WATCH: Belgium 'ghost town' fights to return to life
Doel has a reputation as Belgium's best-known ghost town. But its few inhabitants - today numbering just 21 - now see a glimmer of hope of their village bouncing back to life.
NEPI Rockcastle pays out 100% of distributable interim earnings
NEPI Rockcastle has declared a 17. 64 euro cents (about R3. 08) dividend a share after a strong first half performance and in consideration of its robust balance sheet.
European markets off as trade deal reality bites, Brexit woes
COMMENT: Wall Street rallied into the weekend as the US and China called a truce in their long-running trade war ? writes Neil Wilson.
Property bubble risks in Euro area grow
The risk of a property bubble in the euro zone surged last year as ultra-low interest rates helped drive up house prices.
Steinhoff: You cannot fool the market … at least not all the time!
My analysis indicates that company was not of high quality at all writes Ryk de Klerk.
European stock markets climb
Strong corporate results and bid activity help European shares edge up on Wednesday.
European stock markets edge up
European stock markets were steady, regaining some poise after a drop in the previous session.