Ukraine sends ground robots
Lyman's surrender crisis
Pakistan’s Taliban dilemma
Venezuela and the Qatar Fund
Japanese star Forever Young goes for rare Breeders Cup Classic repeat
Amazon cloud business accelerates but shares drop on profit miss
Inter Miami stay third after 2-2 draw with FC Cincinnati
Wesley Fofana under scrutiny after Chelsea penalty miss in Carabao Cup
Economy
Inkle buys Finally bookkeeping unit and expands India-based workforce
San Francisco-based accounting firm Inkle, which has its technology operations in Bengaluru, acquired the bookkeeping division of financial operations platform Finally, bringing approximately 100 employees into its workforce and expanding its presence across the US, India and three other countries.
Sports
Russell admits absence of rivalry because he cannot match Antonelli
George Russell admitted Thursday that his "great relationship" with team-mate and title rival Kimi Antonelli had not suffered this year because he has been unable to match his on-track performances.
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Arteta mocked by League Cup organisers after 'tricky' ball excuse
League Cup organisers have poked fun at Mikel Arteta after the Arsenal manager suggested the "tricky" match ball played a part in his side's defeat by Newcastle.
US tariffs unlikely to have 'significant' inflation impact: Fed official
The effect of new tariffs under consideration by US President-elect Donald Trump is unlikely to be "significant or persistent," a senior Federal Reserve official said Wednesday.
Debris falling from the sky: more often, more risk
It is still not clear what exactly fell onto a Kenyan village last month, but such events are likely to become increasingly common given the amount of space debris drifting above the planet.
Lebanon leaders in talks for new bid to elect president
Lebanese political heavyweights held talks Wednesday a day ahead of a parliamentary session to elect a president, but even with key player Hezbollah weakened by war, there is no guarantee of consensus.
Antarctic sea ice rebounds from record lows: US scientists
Antarctic sea ice rebounded in December after a long period of record lows, US scientists said, giving pause to speculation that Earth's frozen continent could be undergoing a permanent change.
Can EU stand up to belligerent Big Tech in new Trump era?
Facing charges of "censorship" from both Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, the EU will need its full legal arsenal -- and political will aplenty -- to stand up to US Big Tech once Donald Trump is back.
France goalkeeper Samba joins Rennes
French international goalkeeper Brice Samba has joined Rennes from their Ligue 1 rivals Lens, the two clubs announced on Wednesday.
Global stocks diverge on renewed US inflation fears
Stock markets diverged and the dollar rose Wednesday after data pointed to a robust US economy, further denting hopes of several more cuts to interest rates in the world's biggest economy.
France coach Deschamps to step down after 2026 World Cup
France's 2018 World Cup-winning coach Didier Deschamps announced on Wednesday he will leave his post after the 2026 tournament in North America.
French magazine run by autistic journalists hits newsstands
A French magazine produced by autistic journalists went on sale on newsstands for the first time on Wednesday, further raising the profile of a project that has already made waves on television.
US, Canadian and Australian travellers now face UK entry fee
Visitors to the UK from dozens of countries, including the United States, Canada and Australia, must now pay to enter Britain after a new visa-waiver entry system took effect on Wednesday.
France urges European Commission to be firm against Musk interference
France on Wednesday urged the European Commission to protect its member states with "the greatest firmness" against interference in political debate particularly from the billionaire owner of social media platform X, Elon Musk.
Wildfire sparks panicked evacuations in Los Angeles suburbs
Firefighters on Wednesday battled a ferocious wildfire in Los Angeles suburbs, home to many Hollywood celebrities, which devoured buildings and sparked panicked evacuations as hurricane-force winds fuelled rapid blaze growth.
Nobel winner Ressa tells AFP 'dangerous times' ahead after Meta ends US fact-checking
Philippine Nobel laureate Maria Ressa warned Wednesday of "extremely dangerous times ahead" in an interview with AFP after social media giant Meta ended its US fact-checking program on Facebook and Instagram.
Indonesia upholds iPhone 16 sales ban after Apple offers $1 bn investment
Indonesia on Wednesday upheld a ban on iPhone 16 sales despite Apple's $1 billion pledge to invest in the country after a negotiation deadlock, citing the company's failure to meet domestic market requirements.
Dutch great Kluivert named Indonesia coach in hunt for World Cup spot
Netherlands and Barcelona great Patrick Kluivert was named Indonesia coach on Wednesday, tasked with taking the country to their first World Cup since independence.
UK's Catherine turns 43 hoping for better year
Catherine, Princess of Wales celebrates her 43rd birthday on Thursday, seeking to turn the page on a turbulent year which saw her retreat from public life to fight cancer.
France coach Deschamps says will leave after 2026 World Cup
France's 2018 World Cup-winning coach Didier Deschamps announced on Wednesday he will leave his post after the 2026 finals.
South Syria fighters reluctant to give up weapons: spokesman
Fighters in southern Syria who helped topple President Bashar al-Assad are reluctant to disarm and disband as ordered by the country's new rulers, their spokesman told AFP.
Dutch great Kluivert named coach of Indonesia
Netherlands and Barcelona great Patrick Kluivert was named Indonesia coach on Wednesday, tasked with taking the country to their first World Cup since independence.
New Zealand crush Sri Lanka by 113 runs in 2nd ODI to win series
New Zealand ripped through Sri Lanka's top-order Wednesday to win the rain-reduced second one-day international in Hamilton by 113 runs and clinch the series.
West Ham cancel Lopetegui press conference as sacking rumours swirl
West Ham have cancelled Wednesday's scheduled press conference featuring manager Julen Lopetegui, with widespread reports saying the Premier League club are preparing sack the Spaniard.
Questions remain over South African involvement in Champions Cup
Doubts are still lingering over the future participation of the three South African teams in the Champions Cup as clubs continue to send weakened sides to Europe.
OpenAI chief Sam Altman denies sister's sexual abuse accusations
Open AI CEO Sam Altman denied on Tuesday allegations from his sister Annie Altman, who has filed a complaint accusing him of childhood sexual abuse.
Hundreds rally for South Korea's Yoon as new arrest bid beckons
Hundreds of supporters of South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol rallied outside his home on Wednesday in a bid to protect him as investigators prepared a fresh arrest attempt.
Bangladesh orders banks to assist UK minister graft probe
Bangladesh money laundering investigators have ordered the country's big banks to hand over details of transactions relating to British anti-corruption minister Tulip Siddiq in an ongoing graft probe, officers told AFP.
Germans turn to balcony solar panels to save money
As snowflakes gently settled on his balcony solar panels on a cold winter's day, Berliner Jens Sax checked his smartphone to see how much electricity they were generating.
Theekshana hat-trick restricts NZ to 255-9 in 2nd Sri Lanka ODI
Sri Lanka spinner Maheesh Theekshana took a hat-trick Wednesday as New Zealand posted a competitive 255-9 in a rain-reduced second one-day international in Hamilton.
Young's buzzer-beater lifts Hawks, Celtics down Nuggets
Trae Young's sensational buzzer-beating three-pointer lifted the Atlanta Hawks to a 124-121 victory over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday as Boston beat Denver in a battle of the last two NBA champions.
Grief and nostalgia in India's 'Jimmy Carter village'
In a quiet village tucked in the shadow of India's capital, the late US president Jimmy Carter's name is etched for posterity.
Venezuela's 'colectivos' ready to pounce as opposition plans protest
Venezuela's "colectivos," groups of armed civilian volunteers accused of committing violence on behalf of Nicolas Maduro's pariah regime, are poised to pounce on opposition protests called for the eve of the president's swearing-in ceremony.
Thai police hunt suspect over Cambodian politician shooting
Thai police on Wednesday issued an arrest warrant for a gunman suspected of shooting dead a Cambodian opposition politician in a brazen attack in downtown Bangkok.