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Japanese population below 120 million for first time in decades
Idi Amin's grandson disqualified from Commonwealth boxing bout
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Meta misses profit expectations, sticks to massive AI spending
Facebook-parent Meta reported profits on Wednesday that fell short of Wall Street expectations, as the cost of staying in the race to deploy artificial intelligence -- along with hefty legal and severance charges -- hurt its bottom line.
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O'Connor wins Commonwealth heptathlon as Australia set new record for swimming golds
Kate O'Connor cruised to heptathlon gold for Northern Ireland as Australia rounded off their best ever Commonwealth Games in the pool with nine more swimming gold medals on Wednesday for a total of 37.
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Israel keeps up Lebanon strikes as ground forces advance
Israel's attacks on Lebanon entered a fourth day on Thursday, after Israeli forces pushed into several border towns and conducted air strikes targeting Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah.
China prioritises energy and diplomacy over Iran support
China has expressed its anger over Israeli-US strikes on Iran but, despite hits to its oil imports, will not risk its interests by confronting Washington and helping its long-standing partner, analysts say.
Canada PM Carney says can't rule out military participation in Iran war
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday that he couldn't rule out his country's military participation in the escalating war in the Middle East.
Verstappen says new Red Bull car gave him 'goosebumps'
Four-time world champion Max Verstappen said Thursday he does not know how the opening Grand Prix of the season will play out under sweeping new regulations, but he "got goosebumps" when he first saw the new Red Bull car.
Swiss to vote on creating giant 'climate fund'
The Swiss are expected to snub a call to create a multi-billion-dollar climate fund, aimed at combating global warming and addressing its consequences, with polls indicating voters deem the ambitious project too costly.
Israel, Iran launch fresh attacks as war spreads
Israel pounded Lebanon early Thursday and said it intercepted missiles from Iran as a widening war launched by the United States and Israel also brought fresh turmoil to Iraq.
Google to open German centre for 'AI development'
Google will open an AI centre in Berlin on Thursday, the latest sign of Europe's deepening reliance on US firms in cutting edge technologies despite the continent's stated aim to catch up with its rivals.
Winter Paralympics to start with icy blast as Ukraine lead ceremony boycott
The Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics start on Friday but the atmosphere at the opening ceremony has been dampened by Ukraine leading a boycott against the presence of a handful of Russian competitors in the competition.
Sci-fi without AI: Oscar nominated 'Arco' director prefers human touch
Oscar-nominated animated film "Arco" tells the story of a young boy in a future where humanity lives in harmony with nature, far from the robots and artificial intelligence shaping our present.
Ex-guerrillas battle low support in Colombia election
Colombia's bid to bring former guerrillas into the political fold faces a major test at Sunday's legislative elections, as ex-FARC fighters struggle to win over voters.
'She's coming back': Djokovic predicts Serena return
Novak Djokovic is convinced US tennis great Serena Williams will return to competition, and the 24-time Grand Slam champion is itching to see "one of the greatest athletes" back on court.
Hamilton vows 'no holding back' in his 20th Formula One season
Lewis Hamilton vowed there will be "no holding back" as he bids to improve on a bitterly disappointing debut year with Ferrari in what will be his 20th season on the grid.
Two-thirds of Cuba, including Havana, hit by blackout
A grid failure knocked out power Wednesday to two-thirds of Cuba including Havana, the national electric company UNE said, the latest electricity collapse for residents suffering daily impacts of US-imposed energy restrictions.
US sinks Iranian warship off Sri Lanka as war spreads
A US submarine torpedoed and sank an Iranian warship off the coast of Sri Lanka on Wednesday, the Pentagon said, as the war launched by the United States and Israel spread to another region.
U.S. Polo Assn. Expands Collegiate Partnership Program to Record 70 Teams for 2026 Season
WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. / ACCESS Newswire / March 5, 2026 / U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly announces the continued expansion of its Collegiate Partnership Program (CPP) for the 2026 season and academic year. Now in its eighth consecutive year, the program reaches a historic milestone by supporting 70 collegiate teams across 31 universities nationwide, the largest number of teams ever participating in the program.
After oil, US moves to secure access to Venezuelan minerals
US mining companies are lining up to invest in Venezuela, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said during a visit to Caracas on Wednesday as he pushed for greater access to critical minerals.
Arteta hits back at Brighton criticism after Arsenal boost title bid
Mikel Arteta slammed Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler's claim that Arsenal "make their own rules" after the Premier League leaders moved a step closer to the title with a 1-0 win at the Amex Stadium on Wednesday.
Carrick says 'defeat hurts' after first loss as Man Utd boss
Michael Carrick said "defeat hurts" after Manchester United's 2-1 loss at Newcastle on Wednesday -- the first time he has been beaten as manager of the club.
Ecuador expels Cuba envoy, rest of mission
Ecuador on Wednesday ordered the expulsion of Cuba's ambassador to Quito, giving him and the rest of his embassy staff 48 hours to leave the country, the foreign ministry announced.
Arsenal stretch lead at top of Premier League as Man City falter
Premier League leaders Arsenal stretched their lead over Manchester City to seven points on Wednesday with a nervy win at Brighton, while Pep Guardiola's men were held to a costly 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest.
Title race not over vows Guardiola after Man City held by Forest
Pep Guardiola insisted the Premier League title race is not over after Manchester City's shock 2-2 draw against lowly Nottingham Forest handed the initiative to leaders Arsenal.
Rosenior hails 'world class' Joao Pedro after hat-trick crushes Villa
Liam Rosenior labelled Joao Pedro "world class" after the Brazilian striker's hat-trick inspired a 4-1 rout of Aston Villa on Wednesday.
Brazil ratifies EU-Mercosur trade deal
Brazil's Senate on Wednesday ratified a deal between the Mercosur bloc and the European Union that creates one of the world's largest free trade areas.
Real Sociedad edge rivals Athletic to reach Copa del Rey final
Mikel Oyarzabal slotted home a late penalty to fire Real Sociedad into the Copa del Rey final with a 1-0 win over Basque rivals Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, securing a 2-0 aggregate semi-final triumph.
Chelsea boost top four push as Joao Pedro treble routs Villa
Joao Pedro hit a hat-trick as Chelsea thrashed Aston Villa 4-1 on Wednesday to improve their prospects of qualifying for the Champions League.
Leverkusen sink Hamburg to keep in touch with top four
A second-half Christian Kofane goal earned Bayer Leverkusen a 1-0 win at Hamburg to draw them closer to the Bundesliga's top four on Wednesday.
Love match: WTA No. 1 Sabalenka announces engagement
Aryna Sabalenka's latest bid for a first Indian Wells title hasn't started, but the world number one still had reason to celebrate as she announced her engagement on the eve of the tournament.
Man City falter as Premier League leaders Arsenal go seven points clear
Manchester City stumbled in the Premier League title race on Wednesday, held to a costly 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest as Bukayo Saka's goal against Brighton sent Arsenal seven points clear.
Man City title bid rocked by Forest draw
Manchester City's bid to win the Premier League title suffered a potentially fatal blow in a surprise 2-2 draw against lowly Nottingham Forest on Wednesday.
Defending champ Draper ready to ramp up return at Indian Wells
Jack Draper, riding high after capturing a first ATP Masters 1000 title at Indian Wells last year, returns to California in rebuilding mode again after a near six-month injury absence.
Arsenal extend lead in title race after Saka sinks Brighton
Arsenal showed they don't always have to rely on set-pieces as Bukayo Saka sealed a 1-0 win against Brighton that moved the Premier League leaders a step closer to the title on Wednesday.
US, European stocks rise as oil prices steady; Asian indexes tumble
US and European stock markets advanced Wednesday as oil prices steadied, after Asian bourses suffered deep losses amid inflation worries sparked by the US-Iran war.