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Russia fully blocks WhatsApp, talks up state-backed alternative  

United States (US) messenger app WhatsApp, owned by Meta Platforms, has been completely blocked in Russia for failing to comply with local law, the Kremlin said on Thursday, suggesting Russians turn to a state-backed “national messenger” instead

Man City and Villa close gap on Arsenal, Liverpool edge Sunderland

Australian uranium miners in Namibia bullish on outlook as prices surge

Namibia, the world’s No 3 uranium producer after Canada and leader Kazakhstan

Waratahs’ Amatosero in spotlight against Reds after punching teammate

Waratahs captain Matt Philip said he expected the Reds to bait Amatosero

Hundreds of Lufthansa flights cancelled as pilots, cabin crew walk out

Hundreds of Lufthansa flights were cancelled on Thursday as pilots and flight attendants went on strike at Germany’s largest airline, which has for years struggled to rein in costs at its core brand

France makes two changes for Six Nations clash with Wales

France coach Fabien Galthie has made two changes to the starting XV for Sunday’s Six Nations match against Wales in Cardiff, sticking largely with the side that outclassed Ireland 36-14 in last week’s opener