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Pope urges Europe to help combat 'deceit and lies' in international ties
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Eala makes fast start as weather and transport woes hit Asian Games
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Injured Buttler to miss England ODI series in Pakistan
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Hurricane Polo approaches Mexico, threatens severe damage
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Madrid housing protesters vow to maintain pressure on government
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Energy markets rally after Trump rejects Iran truce offer
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In kayaks or waist-deep in floodwater, shoppers return to Bangkok markets
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Japanese convenience store enlists Lady Gaga to bolster recruitment
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UK police probes Iran link to air base bomb scare: media
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Seoul summons Ukraine envoy in row over North Korean POWs
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Eala blasts into Asian Games quarters in just 55 minutes
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Ireland 'raised awareness worldwide' in Israel game: Hallgrimsson
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Taiwan gender-row boxer Lin Yu-ting guarantees Asian Games medal
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Colombian police capture wife, daughter of Ecuador drug lord
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Comedian on trial for allegedly insulting Erdogan in standup show
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More Asian Games woes as bus takes Pakistan team to wrong venue
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More Asian Games transport woes as bus takes Pakistan to wrong venue
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Radio frequencies vital to Earth observation must be protected: UN
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Death toll in South Africa bar shooting rises to 18
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Comedian on trial for insulting Erdogan in standup show
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Aide to Venezuelan opposition leader returns from exile
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Women's Fashion Week kicks off in Paris
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Messi and Alcaraz love it, now padel takes step closer to Olympics
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Pope arrives in French border city to speak on united Europe
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Tolls mount in Thailand, Myanmar floods
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The wildfires choking Indonesia, sparking regional haze
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Why India's opposition wants top poll official out
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PU Prime Deepens Argentina Presence Through FX Expo Buenos Aires 2026
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PU Prime Strengthens UAE Momentum with Strong Showing at Forex Expo Dubai 2026
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Nothing to seal here: NZ police help stranded pup home
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Eight dead in Thailand floods since mid-September
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White House releases list of products US, China could tax less
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Oil prices spike after Trump rejects Iran truce offer
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'Pseudo-journalism': Partisan 'news' sites target US midterms
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Taylor Swift sets new record at MTV VMAs
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'Currently impossible': North Korea defections in freefall
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Seoul seeks apology after Ukraine reveals transfer of North Korean POWs
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Erasmus sizes up 'improved' Wallabies ahead of 2027 World Cup
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Messi on target again but Miami downed by Columbus
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Scandal-weary Brazilians to vote as Lula faces Bolsonaro son
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In Washington's political cauldron, a fight over foie gras
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SpaceX aims to put Starship in orbit for the first time
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Flavio Bolsonaro: political heir in his father's shadow
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Pope to speak on united Europe from French border town
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Ravens grab last-second win in Rio as Commanders stop Seahawks
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Scheffler makes sportsmanship stand over tee screamer
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USA rallies to capture 11th consecutive Presidents Cup
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Anthropic CEO Amodei to dine with Trump at White House
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Phillies clinch, Astros wrap up division on final day of MLB season
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Dupont scores twice to send Toulouse to Top 14 summit
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Britain's finance minister Rachel Reeves on Wednesday promised to keep a "tight grip" on public spending as interest rates soar on the UK's long-term debt, and set November 26 for her annual budget speech.
Iran's small businesses hit by rolling blackouts
Pizzeria owner Saeed is unable to take or serve orders at his restaurant in the Iranian capital, his business stalled by rolling power outages that have compounded the country's many economic woes.
Global bond selloff spreads to Japan, gold hits record high
A global bond selloff extended on Wednesday, sending yields in Japan to record levels, and gold reached a new peak, as investors fret over mounting government debt.
Arrest of comedy writer sparks UK free speech row
The arrest of an Emmy award-winning comedy writer for social media posts about transgender people has reignited a UK row over freedom of speech, with one government minister saying Wednesday "we need to look at" the law.
England moves to ban sale of energy drinks to children
High-caffeine energy drinks such as Red Bull will be banned for sale to youths under 16 in England under plans announced by the government on Wednesday.
Shell abandons huge biofuel project in Netherlands
British oil giant Shell announced Wednesday it has abandoned construction of one of Europe's largest biofuel plants in the Netherlands, as it focuses on its fossil fuels business.
Japan's long-term borrowing costs, gold hit record highs
A global bond selloff extended into Asia on Wednesday with yields in Japan hitting record levels, while gold reached a new peak as investors fret about public finances in countries from Japan to the United States.
South Africa women's team step up to chase Springbok success
South Africa's women's team are stepping out from the monumental shadow of the four-time world champion Springboks as they prepare for their first-ever quarter-final appearance in a Rugby World Cup by taking on France this weekend.
Economists back Fed Governor Cook as Trump attempts ouster
Nearly 600 economists have signed an open letter expressing support for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook and US central bank independence, as Cook battles President Donald Trump's attempt to fire her.
US limits TSMC chipmaking tool shipments to China
President Donald Trump's administration has revoked Taiwanese semiconductor giant TSMC's authorization to export US chipmaking equipment to China without a license, further restricting access to US technology in the country.
Nestle CEO switch a chance to reset: experts
Nestle's sudden sacking of its chief executive over an office relationship gives the Swiss food giant a chance to reset and return to its strengths, industry analysts said Tuesday.
Anthropic valued at $183 bn in new funding round
Anthropic announced Tuesday that it raised $13 billion in a funding round valuing the artificial intelligence startup at $183 billion.
Vogue appoints Chloe Malle to replace fashion doyenne Wintour
Chloe Malle will follow Anna Wintour as editor of Vogue, the magazine said Tuesday, resolving an intrigue that has gripped fashion and journalism circles for months.
Bubble burst: French winemaker jailed for huge champagne fraud
A French winemaker who made and sold thousands of bottles of fake champagne in an elaborate scam involving carbonating Spanish wine was jailed Tuesday.
Gold hits high, stocks retreat as investors seek safety
The price of gold struck a record high above $3,500 an ounce Tuesday while stock markets mostly retreated as investors sought safety on global economy concerns.
'No miracle' in last-ditch talks with French PM: far right
Last ditch talks between the French far right and Prime Minister Francois Bayrou did not achieve any breakthrough, its leaders said Tuesday, heightening the chances that he will lose a confidence vote next week.
Over the Moon: Fake astronaut scams lovestruck Japanese octogenarian
A Japanese octogenarian was swindled out of thosands of dollars after falling in love online with a self-described astronaut who sought her help to avert a spaceship crisis, police said Tuesday.
Premier League clubs break £3 billion barrier to roar ahead of rivals
Record spending of £3 billion ($4 billion) during the summer transfer window further cements the Premier League as the "most competitive in world football", according to financial experts Deloitte.
Suntory CEO quits over Japan drugs probe
One of Japan's best-known business people has resigned as CEO of beverage giant Suntory after police raided his house in an illegal drugs probe, the company and media reports said Tuesday.
Gold rushes to new high as Asia stocks mixed
Gold hit a record high Tuesday as a weaker dollar and expectations of a US interest rate cut made the safe haven an attractive investment.
Australia to tackle deepfake nudes, online stalking
Australia said Tuesday it will oblige tech giants to prevent online tools being used to create AI-generated nude images or stalk people without detection.
'Vibe hacking' puts chatbots to work for cybercriminals
The potential abuse of consumer AI tools is raising concerns, with budding cybercriminals apparently able to trick coding chatbots into giving them a leg-up in producing malicious programmes.
Nestle sacks CEO over office relationship
Swiss food giant Nestle on Monday dismissed Laurent Freixe as chief executive with immediate effect over an "undisclosed romantic relationship with a direct subordinate".
Guyana votes amid oil boom, Venezuela tensions
Guyana voted Monday in elections to decide who will manage the South American nation's new oil riches, as tensions rose in a territorial dispute with neighbor Venezuela.
European stocks steady after robust gains for Chinese equities
Europe's main stock markets held broadly steady on Monday after strong gains for Chinese indices, as trading entered a traditionally weak month for Wall Street.
UK fintech Revolut valued at $75 bn: source to AFP
British fintech company Revolut has been valued at $75 billion in a secondary share sale, placing it in the leagues of Europe's biggest traditional banks, a source told AFP Monday.
European stocks climb after robust gains for Chinese equities
Europe's main stock markets mostly climbed Monday after strong gains for Chinese indices, as trading entered a traditionally weak month for Wall Street.
Alibaba soars but Europe, Asia stocks mixed
Chinese ecommerce giant Alibaba soared on Monday but Asian and European markets were mixed after Wall Street retreated from record highs.
Alibaba soars but Asia markets dip
Chinese ecommerce giant Alibaba boosted the Hang Seng on Monday, but other Asian markets mostly fell back after Wall Street retreated from record highs.
Bollywood reels as AI reshapes Indian films
Bollywood, famed for its lavish song-and-dance numbers and vast production crews, now finds itself confronting a new kind of spectacle: artificial intelligence.
Floods leave women struggling in Pakistan's relief camps
In a former classroom, now a makeshift relief camp, pregnant women take refuge from the floods that have ravaged eastern Pakistan, their bodies aching, eyes heavy with exhaustion and silent despair.
Britain's energy grid bets on flywheels to keep the lights on
Britain's energy operator is betting on an age-old technology to future-proof its grid, as the power plants that traditionally helped stabilise it are closed and replaced by renewable energy systems.