South Carolina to carry out first US firing squad execution since 2010
Washington (AFP) – A South Carolina man convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend’s parents has chosen to be put to death by firing squad next month in what would be the first such execution in the United States since 2010.
Injured champion Martin to miss MotoGP season opener
Paris (AFP) – World MotoGP champion Jorge Martin will miss the first race of the season this weekend in Thailand after sustaining several fractures in a fall, his Aprilia team announced on Monday.
Fiji skipper Nayacalevu joins Wales' Ospreys from England's Sale
London (AFP) – Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu has joined the Ospreys as injury cover for Wales centre Owen Watkin until the end of this season, the Welsh regional side announced Monday.
France heavyweight Meafou a doubt for Ireland showdown
Toulouse (France) (AFP) – France second-row Emmanuel Meafou is a doubt for next month’s Six Nations showdown with Ireland after missing training with his club Toulouse on Monday.
£2.8m gold toilet stolen from UK show never found: court
London (AFP) – It took just five minutes to steal a £2.8-million gold toilet, which has never been found, from an art exhibition at an English country house, a court heard Monday.
Ravindra ton powers NZ into Champions Trophy semis, hosts Pakistan out
Rawalpindi (Pakistan) (AFP) – Rachin Ravindra struck a superb 112 to lead New Zealand into the Champions Trophy semi-finals with a five-wicket win over Bangladesh and in turn dump hosts Pakistan out of the semi-final race.
Mexico president hopeful of deal this week to avert US tariffs
Mexico City (AFP) – Mexico’s president said Monday she was optimistic about reaching an agreement with Donald Trump this week to avoid sweeping US tariffs, hinting at possible levies on Chinese goods to secure a deal.
EU vows to enforce digital rules despite Trump tariff warning
Brussels (Belgium) (AFP) – The EU promised on Monday to enforce its digital rules and to defend its laws “decisively” if necessary, after US President Donald Trump threatened to slap tariffs on countries that levy digital taxes on US tech firms.
Man Utd announce up to 200 fresh job cuts
London (AFP) – Manchester United said Monday they expect to make up to 200 fresh job cuts as part of a “transformation plan” to improve the club’s financial sustainability.
Roberta Flack of 'Killing Me Softly' fame dies at 88
New York (AFP) – Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer behind the classic “Killing Me Softly With His Song” and one of the most recognizable voices of the 1970s, died Monday at age 88.
