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Stock markets rise awaiting US rate cut next week
US and European stock markets rose, gold hit a record high and the dollar fell on Friday ahead of an expected US interest-rate cut next week.
Activists join funeral march for Uganda Olympian Cheptegei
The body of murdered Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei began its journey home to Uganda on Friday, as activists rallied against the latest case of gender-based violence in Kenya.
Russian central bank hikes rate as inflation jumps
Russia's central bank on Friday raised interest rates to 19 percent amid the country's ongoing Ukraine offensive, warning inflation was running too high and it needed to cool the economy.
US finalizes sharp tariff hikes on Chinese EVs, other goods
The United States locked in tariff hikes on billions of dollars worth of Chinese goods Friday, with a 100 percent duty on electric vehicles and 25 percent on EV batteries taking effect in two weeks.
Biden, Starmer meet as Russia warns over long-range missiles for Ukraine
The leaders of Britain and the United States meet Friday in Washington on whether to let Kyiv fire Western-provided long-range missiles into Russia -- an option that has sent tensions soaring with Moscow.
Maresca won't lose focus amid reports of Chelsea hierarchy rift
Enzo Maresca insists he will not be distracted by reports of a rift between Chelsea co-owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali.
Top opponent of India PM Modi bailed after months in custody
A top political opponent of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi walked out of jail Friday, ending months behind bars after being bailed in an ongoing corruption case against him.
No politics for acclaimed Paris 2024 Olympics boss
Tony Estanguet, the chief organiser of the widely hailed Paris 2024 Olympics, said Friday he had no plans to go into politics amid ongoing speculation about his future.
Arteta hopeful Odegaard injury not as bad as feared
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta refused to rule captain Martin Odegaard out of Sunday's north London derby at Tottenham despite fears the key midfielder could be sidelined for weeks.
Going green? British fashion struggles with sustainability
In an industrial underground space in central London, models in contrasting period dresses and playful streetwear strutted down a brightly lit London Fashion Week (LFW) runway.
London exhibition honours 'human stories' of migrants
Weeks after anti-immigrant riots spread across England, a London exhibition is celebrating the impact immigrant communities have had on Britain through photos, testimonies and art installations.
Inter and AC Milan reject plan to renovate San Siro
Inter and AC Milan on Friday rejected the project to modernise and restructure the iconic San Siro stadium which they share, city mayor Giuseppe Sala announced.
Guardiola 'happy' Man City hearing finally set to start
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he is pleased that the club's long-awaited hearing into 115 charges brought by the Premier League is set to start on Monday.
Deadly floods bring relief to Moroccan farmers
When powerful thunderstorms hit Morocco's arid south, they brought deadly floods but also provided some relief to farmers as the country grapples with its worst drought in nearly 40 years.
Boeing workers strike after rejecting contract
Thousands of Boeing factory workers in the United States walked off the job Friday after voting overwhelmingly to reject a contract with the embattled aviation giant, its first strike in 16 years.
Leclerc crashes as Verstappen heads opening practice in Azerbaijan
Max Verstappen topped the times for Red Bull ahead of Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton in Friday's crash-marred opening free practice at this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Mbappe, Vinicius unaffected by criticism: Madrid coach
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said strikers Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior were not letting critics weigh them down after an underwhelming start to the season.
European stocks rise awaiting US rate cut next week
European stock markets extended gains, gold hit a record high and the dollar fell on Friday ahead of an expected US interest-rate cut next week.
'When can I get my pension?' Chinese process rise in retirement age
Chinese employees on Friday began processing the news that they would have to work at least three extra years after officials announced they would raise the country's retirement age from 2025.
Biden, Starmer to discuss long-range weapons for Ukraine
The leaders of Britain and the United States meet Friday in Washington on whether to let Kyiv fire Western-provided long-range missiles into Russia, an option that has sent tensions soaring with Moscow.
Climate finance talks make little progress before UN summit
International negotiations on money to help developing countries tackle climate change concluded without a breakthrough this week, just two months before Azerbaijan hosts the United Nations climate summit.
Backside breathing and pigeon bombers studies win Ig Nobel prizes
Mammals that can breathe through their backsides, homing pigeons that can guide missiles and sober worms that outpace drunk ones: these are some of the strange scientific discoveries that won this year's Ig Nobels, the quirky alternative to the Nobel prizes.
Britain select Swiss as Louis Vuitton Cup semi opponents
British entry Ineos Britannia selected Switzerland's Alinghi Red Bull Racing on Friday as their Louis Vuitton Cup semi-final opponents.
UK blocks approval of first coal mine in 30 years
Environmental campaigners on Friday claimed a "huge victory" after a court ruling overturned a decision to allow planning permission for the UK's first deep coal mine in 30 years.
Afghan fighters pull no punches after Taliban ban on professional MMA
Hissing like a quiver of angry cobras, a group of young Afghan mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes shadow box in a Kabul club despite the uncertain future of the sport after a Taliban government ban on professional competitions.
Slot ready for challenge of Liverpool rotation
Arne Slot is ready to embrace the challenge of squad rotation as the Liverpool manager steels himself for the dual demands of the Premier League and Champions League.
Beckham among hundreds of mourners at ex-England manager Eriksson's funeral
Hundreds of mourners, including celebrities like David Beckham, gathered in the small Swedish town of Torsby on Friday as football manager Sven-Goran Eriksson was laid to rest in his hometown.
Hearts, tails and blubber at Japan fin whale tasting
Bite-size portions of fin whale were available to sniff and taste Friday as Japan's whaling industry seeks to rekindle appetite for a traditional protein source that has fallen out of favour.
Spain tries to calm spiralling row with Venezuela
Spain tried to calm the war of words with Venezuela Friday with relations between the two countries almost at breaking point after Caracas recalled its ambassador.
China bans PwC for six months over Evergrande audit
Accountancy giant PwC was banned in China Friday for six months and slapped with a fine of $62.2 million over problems with its audit of beleaguered property company Evergrande.
Troubled Deutsche Bahn sells logistics unit to Danish group
Troubled German rail operator Deutsche Bahn announced Friday the sale of its logistics unit Schenker to Danish group DSV for 14.3 billion euros ($15.8 billion) to create a freight-forwarding giant.
Italy busts ring trafficking retro video games from China
Italy's financial police said Friday they have dismantled a ring trafficking counterfeit vintage video game consoles from China containing some of the most popular titles of the 1980s and 90s.