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Europe equities subdued after post-Fed surge on Wall Street
European stock markets ran out of steam Thursday as investors digested another hefty Federal Reserve interest rate hike and awaited vital US economic growth data and key results from big-hitters Amazon and Apple.
China's industry minister faces corruption probe
China's minister for industry and information technology is being investigated for alleged corruption, state media reported Thursday, the latest senior cadre to be snared by Beijing's sweeping crackdown.
Macron defies rights criticism to host Saudi strongman
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday was to host Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for talks in Paris, defying criticism the invitation is deeply inappropriate barely four years after the murder by Saudi agents of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Mayor of Kharkiv says nowhere in Ukraine's second city 'safe'
The unmistakable boom of shellfire echoed around the bomb-scarred buildings of western Kharkiv as the mayor of Ukraine's one-time Soviet capital prepared for his interview.
Ukraine voices 'sadness' over 'Vladimir Putin' chant in Istanbul
Ukraine's envoy to Turkey on Thursday expressed "sadness" over a chant of "Vladimir Putin" that rang out at a Champions League qualifying round football match in Istanbul involving Dynamo Kyiv.
'A dirty game': Young Kenyans shun election hype
As a familiar campaign jingle brings the Kenyan crowd to their feet, Hellen Atieno joins her compatriots and sways to the catchy tune at a political rally in the lakeside city of Kisumu.
North Korea's Kim says 'ready to mobilise' nuclear weapons
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country was "ready to mobilise" its nuclear deterrent in any future military clash with the United States and South Korea, state media said Thursday.
Nicaraguan opposition leader Suazo sentenced to 10 years in jail: group
Nicaraguan opposition leader Yubrank Suazo, who took part in protests against President Daniel Ortega's government in 2018, was sentenced on Wednesday to 10 years in prison, his group said.
Macron hosts Saudi crown prince despite rights outrage
French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for talks in Paris on Thursday, defying criticism that the invitation is deeply inappropriate barely four years after the murder by Saudi agents of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Biden hails Democrats' breakthrough on health, climate spending bill
President Joe Biden hailed a breakthrough Wednesday in getting a major chunk of his seemingly doomed healthcare and climate crisis agenda through Congress after Senate Democrats overcame divisions.
Resuming talks with Russia, Blinken offers 'substantial' deal on prisoners
The United States has made a "substantial proposal" to Russia to free Americans including basketball star Brittney Griner, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday, as he announced he will speak to his Moscow counterpart for the first time since the Ukraine war.
In US, even the definition of 'recession' is controversial
In Washington circles, saying the "R" word comes with a bit of risk.
Veggie 'steak' spared the knife in France
Vegetarian "steak" has been spared the knife in France after a court delayed a government bid to ban the use of meaty terms to describe plant-based products.
Resuming talks with Russia, Blinken to discuss 'substantial' offer on prisoners
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday he will speak to his Russian counterpart for the first time since the Ukraine war to take up a "substantial proposal" to free detained Americans.
Beatings, constant hunger -- Ukrainian recalls detention by Russians
Ihor Talalay was helping evacuate citizens from the Ukrainian city of Mariupol in March when Russian forces captured him, marking the start of a harrowing three-months ordeal for the 25-year-old.
Biden celebrates getting over Covid with return to Oval Office
US President Joe Biden ended his Covid isolation Wednesday, telling cheering aides that his quick recovery from infection should inspire Americans to take advantage of free vaccines and treatments.
Stocks advance ahead of US rate decision, dollar steady
European and US stock markets advanced while the dollar was largely steady on Wednesday as attention switched to the Federal Reserve and the size of its upcoming interest rate hike.
Stocks advance ahead of US rate decision, dollar dips
European and US stock markets advanced while the dollar retreated on Wednesday as attention switched to the Federal Reserve and the size of its upcoming interest rate hike.
Ukraine moves closer to grain exports, strikes Russian-held bridge
Ukraine on Wednesday said it had restarted operations at its blockaded Black Sea ports as it moved closer to resuming grain exports with the opening of a coordination centre to oversee a UN-backed deal.
Bordeaux saved from third-tier relegation days before new season
Bordeaux have avoided relegation to the French third tier for financial irregularities, three days before the start of the new season, France's football federation (FFF) announced on Wednesday.
Shakira wants day in Spanish court, rejects plea deal
Colombian superstar Shakira rejected a plea deal on Spanish tax fraud charges and wants to prove her innocence in court, her lawyers said Wednesday.
Ukraine strikes key bridge in Russian-held Kherson
Ukrainian artillery on Wednesday struck a key bridge in Moscow-controlled territory in south Ukraine, damaging an important supply route as Kyiv's forces look to wrest back the Kherson region.
From exile, Russia's TV Rain seeks to counter Kremlin storm
In a small studio in Paris, Russian journalist Denis Kataev prepares his evening news show that he hopes will play its part in countering the Kremlin narrative about the invasion of Ukraine.
China says US will 'bear all consequences' if Pelosi visits Taiwan
China warned Wednesday that Washington would "bear the consequences" if US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan, with tensions soaring ahead of an expected phone call between the two countries' leaders.
Singapore extends visa for Sri Lanka's ex-leader: local media
Singapore has extended a short-stay visa for Sri Lanka's deposed president Gotabaya Rajapaksa, local media in the city-state reported on Wednesday.
Protesters against Panama's soaring costs end roadblocks: authorities
Protesters angry at the high cost of living in Panama ended their three-week blockade of major roads on Tuesday, authorities said, as negotiations between the government and groups behind the demonstrations continued.
Most markets rise as traders prepare for Fed meeting
Stocks mostly rose Wednesday, rebounding from an early sell-off thanks to earnings from top US tech giants that eased concerns about consumer demand.
Peru's Castillo marks one year in power in crosshairs of Congress, prosecutors
Almost as soon as he took office a year ago on Thursday, leftist rural schoolteacher Pedro Castillo found himself under fire.
Three peacekeepers killed as anti-UN protests spread in DR Congo
Three United Nations peacekeepers and at least 12 demonstrators have been killed in escalating anti-UN protests in eastern DR Congo, officials said on Tuesday.
Tunisia set for new constitution after vote with low turnout
Tunisia was set Tuesday to approve a new constitution granting unchecked powers to the office of President Kais Saied, after a poorly attended referendum in which voters overwhelmingly backed the document.
Brazil NGOs urge US to recognize election winner quickly
Brazilian non-governmental groups on Tuesday met US policymakers to urge a swift recognition of the winner in October 2 elections as President Jair Bolsonaro tries to cast doubt on the voting system.
US calls on Ukraine to pick prosecutor to fight corruption
The United States on Tuesday urged Ukraine to pick a credible top prosecutor to replace one sacked by President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling for action on corruption even as Kyiv battles Russian invaders.
Tunisia president hails vote set to bolster power grab
President Kais Saied declared Tuesday that Tunisia was moving "from despair to hope" after a referendum almost certain to approve a new constitution that concentrates nearly all powers in his office.
Uganda's Museveni defends ties with Russia as Lavrov visits
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni on Tuesday defended his country's relationship with Russia, as Moscow's top diplomat toured Africa to drum up support over the war in Ukraine.
Iraq to free Briton jailed in antiquities case: lawyer
An Iraqi court has overturned the conviction and 15-year sentence handed to a British pensioner last month for antiquities smuggling, the retiree's lawyer said Tuesday.
5 killed as anti-UN protesters spread in east DR Congo
At least five people have been killed and dozens injured during anti-UN protests in eastern DR Congo, a government spokesman said Tuesday as the unrest spread.
Clinton and Blair hail Trimble's legacy of peace in N.Ireland
Tony Blair and Bill Clinton have praised the political and personal courage underpinning David Trimble's contribution to peace in Northern Ireland following the former first minister's death.
Ukraine frontline town just wants 'peace and silence'
There is little left of Soledar. A church, a few food shops and an ironmonger in a basement.
Thaw and redraw: melting glacier moves Italian-Swiss border
Way up in the snowy Alps, the border between Switzerland and Italy has shifted due to a melting glacier, putting the location of an Italian mountain lodge in dispute.