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US launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit 'hard'
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Iran plays with fire, but calculates Trump will hold back
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Taylor Swift fans pay $25 for garbage from outside wedding
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Oil surges, stocks slide as Trump says Iran ceasefire over
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After quakes, Venezuelans fear losing damaged homes
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Meta to build $9 billion data center in western Canada
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PSG's Lee set to join Athletico
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Rogers backs Kane to outshine Haaland in World Cup showdown
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Erdogan gave pistols to NATO leaders, Starmer says
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Some US Fed officials considered June rate hike on war fallout
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Nocera Expands Diversified Technology Strategy With Binding Agreement to Acquire an Equity Interest in INERGX, an Integrated Energy Storage and Power Platform for AI, Defense and Mission-Critical Demand
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UN launches appeal for nearly $300 mn in Venezuela quake relief
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China sends nuclear missile message as US looks elsewhere
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US to remove Syria from terror blacklist, in new boost to Sharaa
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Justin Bieber added to 11-minute World Cup final halftime show
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Court rejects Trump request to restore his name to Kennedy Center
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Fery targets Wimbledon final birthday present after royal seal of approval
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MLB pitching great Verlander to retire after 2026 season
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Egypt file complaint against referee after World Cup exit
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Artificial cloud brightening could tame El Nino, but with risks: study
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Women's semi-finalists in uncharted territory at Wimbledon
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Shocked and shaken, Venezuela quake survivors get psychological help
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US man jailed after swapping 17th century manuscript
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France, Morocco kick off blockbuster World Cup quarter-finals
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UN maritime head urges halt to Hormuz transit to protect seafarers
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Amorim hails 'ambitious' AC Milan, promises to learn Italian
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Trump skips new Air Force One on return from Turkey NATO summit
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Cancer survivor Traeen takes the long road to Tour yellow
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New York building that buckled now 'stable,' says mayor
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Easing Russian Olympic restrictions 'terrible', says Wimbledon star Kostyuk
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UN says pledges for global connectivity project pass $100 bn
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'Unbelievable' Kooij wins Tour de France 5th stage in chaotic sprint finish
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McIlroy hoping for 'home' comforts at Scottish, British Opens
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Britain's Fery to face Zverev in Wimbledon semi-finals
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Noskova aims to emulate Kvitova after reaching first Wimbledon semi
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Zverev sees off Fritz to make first Wimbledon semi-final
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Britain's Fery becomes first wildcard to reach Wimbledon semis in 25 years
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Barcelona sets new heat record at 40.7C: weather agencies
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Korda chases third major as Kim revisits Evian-winning chip
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'The Pitt,' 'Hacks' lead Emmy nominations
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Kooij wins Tour de France 5th stage in chaotic sprint finish
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France lose appeal against Olise booking at World Cup
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Trump says Ukraine can make Patriot missiles
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Putellas joins star cast at London City Lionesses
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Teenager arrested after two girls wounded in Germany school attack
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Oil back at $80, stocks slide as Trump says Iran ceasefire over
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Farage vs Count Binface: hard-right leader's UK poll gambit
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Vast crowds mourn Khamenei in Iraq's holy cities
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Hong Kong's Robert Wun: the bold Millennial conquering Haute Couture
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Uber Eats, Deliveroo say will give France drivers break when too hot
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Twitter chaos leaves door open for Meta's rival app
Elon Musk spent the weekend further alienating Twitter users with more drastic changes to the social media giant, and he is facing a new challenge as tech nemesis Mark Zuckerberg prepares to launch a rival app this week.
Most Asian markets up as traders weigh outlook on rates, economy
Asian markets mostly rose on Tuesday as investors weighed signs of a slowing US economy against hopes the Federal Reserve's interest rate hiking cycle could be nearing its end.
Asian markets fluctuate as rate-hope rally fades
Asian markets struggled for direction on Tuesday as investors weighed signs of a slowing US economy against hopes the Federal Reserve's interest rate hiking cycle could be nearing its end.
Medical, but hold the marijuana: new CBD source found in Brazil
In a laboratory tucked away on a sprawling university campus in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian molecular biologist Rodrigo Moura Neto is running tests on a seemingly ordinary plant with a potent secret.
Legal battle looms over London's expanding vehicle pollution fee
A UK court on Tuesday will consider contentious plans to extend a scheme obliging the most polluting vehicles to pay for using London's roads, as opponents engage in protests -- and even sabotage.
Charles de Vilmorin: young designer turning couture unisex
At just 26, French designer Charles de Vilmorin is setting the tone for fashion's most elite segment, the haute couture week in Paris, with his gender-fluid aesthetic.
Oil prices fall despite output cuts, equities wobble
Oil prices reversed into the red Monday on global growth concerns, despite fresh output cuts by key producers Saudi Arabia and Russia aimed at propping up prices.
Oil prices momentarily lifted from output cuts, equities wobble
Oil prices rose on Monday after key producers Saudi Arabia and Russia further cut crude output in a bid to protect their precious revenues, but quickly gave up their gains.
Mercosur calls for 'update' to draft EU trade agreement
South American trade block Mercosur opened a two-day summit on Monday with host Argentina calling for an "update" to a long-paused trade deal with the European Union which it said was the product of an "asymmetrical" relationship.
Paris couture week brushes off riots with art and opulence
Greek goddesses at Christian Dior, mermaids at Iris Van Herpen and fine art inspiration at Schiaparelli -- the fashion world brushed aside concerns about riots in France as haute couture week launched on Monday.
Oil prices get small lift from output cuts; equities wobble
Oil prices rose on Monday after key producers Saudi Arabia and Russia further cut crude output in a bid to protect their precious revenues, but quickly gave up most of their gains.
Troubled retailer Tesco picks Burberry boss as chair
Britain's biggest retailer Tesco on Monday named Burberry boss Gerry Murphy as chairman, replacing John Allan who stepped down after misconduct claims which he denies.
Oil prices advance on output cutbacks; equities rise
Oil prices rose Monday after key producers Saudi Arabia and Russia further cut crude output in a bid to protect their precious revenues.
Markets follow Wall St higher as US inflation eases
Data showing inflation easing further boosted eqiuty markets Monday, fuelled by hopes central banks could be nearing the end of their interest rate hiking cycle.
Asian markets follow Wall St higher as US inflation eases
Data showing inflation easing further boosted Asian markets Monday, fuelled by hopes central banks could be nearing the end of their interest rate hiking cycle.
Mercosur summit opens as EU trade deal hangs in the balance
The South American trade bloc Mercosur opens a two-day summit Monday with a deal with the European Union on the agenda, but few expect leaders to reach consensus on how to fulfill EU demands on environmental protections.
Ukraine says Russian troops advancing in 'fierce fighting'
Ukraine said on Sunday that Russian troops were advancing in four areas in the east of the country amid "fierce fighting", but reported its forces moving forward in the south.
Moroccan women shake up world of Gnaoua music
Young Moroccan women are bringing new and inclusive energy to the centuries-old art of Gnaoua, a spiritual musical repertoire traditionally reserved for men.
In AI tussle, Twitter restricts number of posts users can read
Elon Musk announced Saturday that Twitter would temporarily restrict how many tweets users could read per day, in a move meant to tamp down on the use of the site's data by artificial intelligence companies.
British PM Sunak 'sad' over cricket racism and sexism report
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said he was "sad" to read a damning report that claimed racism and sexism are rife within English cricket.
Hollywood actors extend contract talks just before deadline
The union representing 160,000 actors and performers on Friday agreed to extend contract negotiations with Hollywood studios, staving off a potentially crippling strike until at least July 12.
French tourism sector faces cancellations over unrest
Days of violent protests across France after the fatal police shooting of a teenager have started to impact the country's tourism sector, with hotels and restaurants facing cancellations while some have also suffered damage in the unrest.
July 4th weekend celebrations to test US travel system
America's stressed travel infrastructure faces a major test this weekend as it contends with record turnout expected for the annual July 4th festivities.
Stocks rise as Apple tops $3 tn mark, inflation eases
Stocks jumped on Friday as Apple climbed above $3 trillion in market value for the first time since early 2022 and data showed inflation cooling in the United States and Europe.
Kenya's president to get pay hike as economy suffers
Kenya's president, his deputy and other state officials are set to receive pay rises despite citizens facing deep economic hardship and higher taxes, according to a government document seen by AFP Friday.
Stock markets rise as inflation eases
Stock markets rose on Friday as data showed inflation easing in the United States and Europe.
US Fed's favored inflation gauge declined sharply in May
The US inflation measure most closely watched by the Federal Reserve declined sharply in May, official figures showed Friday, returning to a downward trend after a jump a month earlier.
IMF and Pakistan reach $3 billion deal
Pakistan could get temporary relief for its ballooning foreign debt with a new deal worth $3 billion, the IMF has announced in Washington.
European stocks rally on inflation drop
European stock markets closed out the first half of the year with solid gains Friday after eurozone inflation slowed slightly more than expected.
Falling energy prices push eurozone inflation down
Eurozone inflation eased further in June as energy costs slid but those of food and drinks remained elevated as underlying price pressures persist, official data showed Friday.
Staff strike scraps flights at Geneva airport
A strike paralysed flights at Geneva airport for several hours on Friday, causing huge lines at the start of the busy summer travel season.
Pokemon Go firm Niantic slashes staff
The maker of mobile game Pokemon Go has said it will slash 230 jobs, almost one-third of its staff, in another blow to the tech industry.