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Hundreds march against gender violence in Kenya
Several hundred people marched in Nairobi on Saturday to protest against femicide in Kenya where over a dozen women have been killed this month in cases that shocked the nation.
US strikes Huthi target in Yemen after attack on British oil tanker
US forces struck an anti-ship missile in Huthi-held Yemen that they said was ready to fire early Saturday, hours after the Iran-backed rebels caused a fire on a British tanker in the Gulf of Aden with a similar munition.
Sweet and 'spicy': Nicaraguan cigars winning over the world
With a deftness that comes from four decades of experience, Aristo Torres sorts tobacco leaves at a factory in Nicaragua -- a country making great strides in the manufacture and export of cigars.
Yemen's Huthis claim attack on British oil tanker
Yemen's Huthis claimed Friday a missile strike on a British oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden that set the vessel on fire, the latest attack on international shipping by the Iran-backed rebels.
Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas challenges ban before CAS
American swimmer Lia Thomas, who became the first transgender athlete to win a US national college title, is taking legal action in a bid to be allowed compete again in elite female competition, including the Paris Olympics.
Maignan 'serene and strong' despite racist abuse, says AC Milan coach
Mike Maignan, the victim of racist abuse in AC Milan's last match, is "serene and strong" ahead of his next Serie A game, coach Stefano Pioli said on Friday.
Outrage over deepfake porn images of Taylor Swift
Fans of Taylor Swift and politicians expressed outrage on Friday at AI-generated fake porn images that went viral on X and were still available on other platforms.
UK facing Brexit realities after failed Canada talks
The UK's failed free trade talks with Canada show that it is struggling to deliver on its promises to thrive after Brexit, experts said on Friday.
Paris stocks hit record thanks to luxury
Europe's main stock markets shot higher Friday, with Paris closing at a record high as shares in LVMH surged on record annual profits at the French luxury group.
European stocks rally, but Wall Street and Hong Kong fizzle
Europe's main stock markets shot higher Friday, with Paris leading the way as shares in LVMH surged on record annual profits at the French luxury group.
Howe says financial rules could force Newcastle to sell Joelinton
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe said Friday that Premier League financial rules could force the club into selling star midfielder Joelinton at the end of the season.
Paris, London stock markets rally, as Hong Kong surge fades
Europe's main stock markets shot higher Friday, with Paris leading the way as shares in LVMH surged on record annual profits at the French luxury group.
India fetes France's Macron at annual military parade
President Emmanuel Macron was guest of honour Thursday for India's pomp-filled annual military parade, in a state visit aimed at shoring up France's strategic ties with the world's fifth-largest economy.
Asian equity rally fades despite Wall St records sparked by US data
The rally in Asian markets petered out Friday, with profit-takers paring three-day surges in Hong Kong and Shanghai as traders await more guidance on China's plans to support the country's battered economy.
Hungry Indians queue for Israel jobs as war in Gaza rages
Indians queuing in long lines for jobs in Israel as the war with Hamas grinds on say the risks to their safety are preferable to hunger at home.
Yellen touts Biden economic wins as 2024 campaign ramps up
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Thursday lauded the economic gains made under President Joe Biden, as the Democrat leader's reelection campaign revs up -- and his team seeks to show he has done more for the country than Donald Trump.
UK, Canada pause trade talks, agriculture remains a hurdle
British negotiators paused free trade talks with Canada on Thursday after years of discussions between the two Commonwealth nations, Ottawa said.
US indices finish at fresh records as ECB pauses rates again
Wall Street indices finished at fresh records Thursday on the back of strong US economic growth data while European stocks edged higher despite the European Central Bank signaling it was too soon to start considering interest rate cuts.
Biden lauds solid 2023 growth as reelection bid gains pace
US President Joe Biden and his Treasury chief touted the country's robust 2023 economic performance Thursday, with stronger than expected growth offering a boost as the Democratic incumbent revs up his reelection campaign.
Meta beefs up teen defenses at Instagram and Messenger
Meta on Thursday began blocking messages from strangers sent directly to young teens using Instagram or Messenger.
LVMH posts record sales and profit in 2023
The world's largest luxury goods group LVMH announced record results Thursday, even as growth slowed towards the end of last year and sales of spirits shrank.
Lloyds bank cuts almost 800 jobs in online switch
British retail lender Lloyds Banking Group on Thursday announced a net reduction of almost 800 jobs, as it slashes branch staff but boosts customer services.
Gravitational wave, Venus missions get European green light
The European Space Agency gave the green light to two missions on Thursday, one to detect ripples in spacetime called gravitational waves and another to probe the secrets of Earth's closest neighbouring planet Venus.
Microsoft lays off 1,900 staff after Activision gaming buyout
Microsoft is laying off 1,900 people, or eight percent of staff, from its gaming division as it consolidates the blockbuster buyout of "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard.
US new home sales up in 2023, boosted by limited existing supply
Sales of new US homes jumped in 2023, according to government data released Thursday, supported by a lack of inventory in the existing homes market as mortgage rates remained elevated.
'Resilient' US economy defies recession fears to cap solid 2023
US economic growth was stronger than expected in the final months of 2023, government data showed Thursday, offering a boost to President Joe Biden as he heads into reelection campaigning.
'Premature' to talk rate cuts, says ECB after pausing again
The European Central Bank froze borrowing costs again on Thursday and expressed caution on inflation, with president Christine Lagarde saying it was still too early to consider rate cuts.
US stocks rise on strong growth data
Wall Street indices rose Thursday on the back of strong US economic growth data but European stocks diverged as the European Central Bank signalled it was too soon to start considering interest rate cuts.
Top Venezuela, Guyana diplomats meet on Essequibo border dispute
The foreign ministers of Guyana and Venezuela met Thursday in Brazil's capital city to discuss the simmering crisis on their border over a disputed oil-rich region.
ECB pauses rates again as inflation eases
The European Central Bank froze borrowing costs again on Thursday even as inflation eases, signalling it was too soon to start considering rate cuts.
Boban resigns from UEFA over 'disastrous' Ceferin re-election plan
UEFA's chief of football Zvonimir Boban said on Wednesday he has resigned from his position after the body's president Aleksander Ceferin proposed plans for his possible re-election in 2031.
Balletcore, dunes and vamps at Paris couture week
Haute couture week in Paris showcases the fashion world's most elite outfits -- one-off, made-to-measure creations that the labels hope will adorn red carpets and high society events around the world.