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S.African parole for Hani's killer roiled by appeals, protests
S.African parole for Hani's killer roiled by appeals, protests
World
by  AFP

The release from prison of the far-right killer of South African anti-apartheid hero Chris Hani hung in the balance on Wednesday, amid fierce bids to block the move. On Wednesday, the South African Communist Party (SACP), which Hani used to head, said it was petitioning the court to go back on its ruling.

Let them eat bread: the origins of the baguette
Let them eat bread: the origins of the baguette
World
by  AFP

It is as much a part of French culture as the Eiffel Tower or Edith Piaf but the origins of the humble baguette, which UNESCO on Wednesday added to its List of Intangible Cultural Heritage, remain a mystery.

Iran World Cup loss sparks despair -- and joy from regime critics
Iran World Cup loss sparks despair -- and joy from regime critics
World
by  AFP

For Iranians, their football team's World Cup loss against the United States was cause for either sadness or exuberant joy, depending on where they stand on a two-month-old protest movement. The scenes of joy were not confined to Kurdistan province, reflecting the nationwide nature of the protest movement.