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October 7 scars push Israel's first-time voters to right
Hurricane Isaias makes landfall in Florida
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Brazil prosecutors sue Shell for $108 mn over deadly 2024 floods
Brazilian prosecutors on Friday filed an unprecedented lawsuit against oil giant Shell's subsidiary in the country, demanding $108 million in compensation over deadly 2024 floods.
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Three Mexicans convicted in murders of Australian, US surfers
A Mexican judge on Friday convicted three men in the 2024 murders of two Australian surfers and their American friend, who were killed during a botched robbery that sparked international outrage.
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UK hosts global energy summit with renewables under attack
An international summit on the future of energy security opens in London on Thursday amidst major disagreements over the role of renewables in satisfying the world's thirst for energy.
Huge crowds expected for second day of pope lying in state
Huge crowds were expected at St Peter's Basilica on Thursday for a glimpse of Pope Francis's body on the second day of public tributes ahead of the Catholic leader's weekend burial.
Nintendo bullish on Switch 2 pre-sales in Japan
Nintendo shares surged Thursday after the gaming giant boasted of higher than expected demand in Japan for pre-orders of its hotly anticipated Switch 2 console.
Argentina 'slum priests' take pope's message to the poor
Down a narrow street in Villa 31, the oldest of Buenos Aires's informal settlements, Father Ignacio "Nacho" Bagattini celebrates mass in a community center for homeless drug addicts.
Russia launches Kyiv missile attack, hours after Trump blames Zelensky
Russia launched a missile attack Thursday on Kyiv, killing at least two and wounding dozens hours after US President Donald Trump lashed out at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for refusing to accept Moscow's occupation of Crimea as a peace deal.
121 metre long cake gives a taste for records
Armed with 4,000 eggs and a truckload of sugar and cream, French pastry chefs on Wednesday completed a 121.8 metre (399 feet, eight inch) long strawberry cake which they have claimed is the world's longest ever made.
Oasis fans lose 'over £2 million' in UK ticket scams
Oasis fans wishing to see the reunited British band live in concert have collectively lost more than £2 million ($2.7 million) from UK ticket scams, mostly on Facebook, Lloyds bank said Thursday.
Trump kills US agency funding Africa infrastructure
President Donald Trump's administration on Wednesday ordered the closure of a US agency that invested billions in African and other developing countries' infrastructure in return for good governance, effectively ceding ground to China.
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Wallabies centre Ikitau signs on for Exeter stint
Wallabies centre Len Ikitau will join Premiership side Exeter for a short stint before returning to Australia ahead of the 2026 international season, the player and the club announced Thursday.
12 US states sue over Trump's tariffs
A coalition of 12 American states filed a lawsuit Wednesday to challenge the Trump administration's tariffs, saying the president cannot institute the levies without the approval of Congress.
Titans eye QB Ward with top pick in NFL Draft
University of Miami quarterback Cam Ward is expected to be selected by the Tennessee Titans as the first pick in Thursday's NFL Draft.
UN watchdog asks Iran to clarify tunnels but upbeat on deal
The head of the UN nuclear watchdog agency called Wednesday on Iran to explain tunnels built around a nuclear site but voiced optimism that US-Iran talks would land a deal.
Arsenal lacked 'energy' in Palace draw as Liverpool prepare to seal title
Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal have to get their "energy" back for the Champions League showdown with Paris Saint-Germain after a lacklustre 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace left Liverpool on the brink of winning the Premier League.
Real Madrid win at Getafe to keep La Liga title hopes alive
Arda Guler struck the only goal as Real Madrid won 1-0 at Getafe on Wednesday to claw back to within four points of La Liga leaders Barcelona.
Santana postpones tour dates over Covid-19 illness
Celebrated rocker Carlos Santana was forced to postpone several tour dates after testing positive for Covid-19, his manager said Wednesday.
YouTube says more than 20 billion videos uploaded in 20 years
YouTube on Wednesday celebrated more than 20 billion videos being uploaded to the platform since the first clip debuted two decades ago.
Trump seeks 'fair deal' with China but pathway unclear
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday played up prospects of a "fair deal" on trade with China, but his top officials offered few details of how Washington might de-escalate its damaging tariff war with Beijing.
Liverpool on brink of title after Arsenal held by Palace
Liverpool are on the brink of winning the Premier League title after Arsenal were held to a 2-2 draw by Crystal Palace on Wednesday.
Jovic shoots AC Milan into Italian Cup final with derby double
Luka Jovic fired AC Milan into the final of the Italian Cup with a brace in Wednesday's convincing 3-0 derby win over Inter Milan which sent his team through 4-1 on aggregate.
Trump's popularity with US voters slumps in opinion polls
US President Donald Trump's popularity has sunk since his riotous return to the White House, polls showed Wednesday, with Americans criticizing him on key issues of the economy and immigration.
Former USA boss Arena suggests Pochettino doesn't 'understand' role
Former USA head coach Bruce Arena has criticised the appointment of Argentina Mauricio Pochettino to the role, saying that foreign coaches can't understand the importance of the job.
Bilbao edge Las Palmas to close on Champions League qualification
Inaki Williams fired Athletic Bilbao to a 1-0 home win over Las Palmas in La Liga on Wednesday to strengthen their chances of direct qualification for next season's Champions League.
India targets Pakistan with diplomatic moves after Kashmir attack
India took a raft of punitive diplomatic measures against Pakistan on Wednesday, accusing Islamabad of supporting cross-border terrorism after a deadly attack on civilians in Kashmir.
Crowds bid farewell to Pope Francis in first day of lying in state
Tens of thousands of mourners paid last respects to Pope Francis at St Peter's Basilica Wednesday, on the first of three days of lying in state for the head of the world's Catholics.
Swiatek hardened by going 'through the worst' after doping ban
Iga Swiatek admits the strict doping protocols can be stressful for players but feels like she has "been through the worst" after surviving her positive test over contaminated melatonin.
India targets Pakistan with slew of diplomatic moves after Kashmir attack
India took a raft of punitive diplomatic measures against neighbour Pakistan on Wednesday, accusing Islamabad of supporting "cross-border terrorism" after a deadly attack on civilians in Kashmir.
Trump lashes out at Zelensky for not accepting Crimea loss to Russia
US President Donald Trump lashed out at Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday, blaming the Ukrainian president's refusal to accept Russian occupation of Crimea for failure to end the war.
Swiatek glad for high expectations ahead of Madrid title defence
Iga Swiatek says she has grown accustomed to the high pressure of expectations she shoulders each clay-court season and that she is "grateful" for the public's "high hopes" for her.
Rohit, Boult star as Mumbai surge into IPL top four
Star batsman Rohit Sharma smashed 76 and pace bowler Trent Boult claimed 4-26 as Mumbai Indians thrashed Sunrisers Hyderabad to move up to third in the IPL table on Wednesday.
India and Pakistan rivalry boils after Kashmir attack
India took a raft of punitive diplomatic measures against arch-rival Pakistan on Wednesday, accusing Islamabad of supporting "cross-border terrorism" after a deadly attack on civilians in Kashmir.
Cannes film festival says to 'honour' slain Gaza photojournalist
The Cannes film festival said Wednesday that the screening of a documentary about Gaza photojournalist Fatima Hassouna at the event next month would honour her work after the "horror" of her death in an Israeli air strike last week.