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Australian PM vows hate speech crackdown after Bondi Beach attack
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Turkmenistan's battle against desert sand
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Ukraine's Zelensky in Poland for first meeting with nationalist president
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England in disarray at 59-3 in crunch Test as Lyon, Cummins pounce
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Japan faces lawsuit over 'unconstitutional' climate inaction
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Migrants forced to leave Canada after policy change feel 'betrayed'
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What's next for Venezuela under the US oil blockade?
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Salvadorans freed with conditional sentence for Bukele protest
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Brazil Congress passes bill to cut Bolsonaro prison term
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Cricket Australia boss slams technology 'howler' in Ashes Test
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New Zealand 83-0 at lunch on day one of third West Indies Test
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Ecuadorean footballer Mario Pineida shot and killed
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US government admits liability in deadly DC air collision
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Ex-podcaster Dan Bongino stepping down as deputy FBI director
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Real Madrid scrape past third-tier Talavera in Spanish Cup
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Hunt for US college mass shooter drags into fifth day
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Cherki inspires Man City, Newcastle strike late to reach League Cup semis
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Barcelona, Lyon and Chelsea reach Women's Champions League quarters
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Venezuela reacts defiantly to US oil blockade, claims exports unaffected
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Nasdaq tumbles on renewed angst over AI building boom
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S.Africa expels Kenyans working on US Afrikaner 'refugee' applications
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US Congress ends Syria sanctions
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Cherki inspires Man City cruise into League Cup semis
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Billionaire Trump nominee confirmed to lead NASA amid Moon race
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Mahomes undergoes surgery, could return for 2026 opener: Chiefs
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Melania Trump steps into spotlight in Amazon film trailer
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Brazil Senate advances bill that could cut Bolsonaro jail term
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Safonov hero as PSG beat Flamengo in Intercontinental Cup
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Oscars to stream exclusively on YouTube from 2029
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Oscars to stream exclusively on YouTube from 2029: Academy
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CNN's future unclear as Trump applies pressure
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Zelensky says Russia preparing for new 'year of war'
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Rob Reiner's son appears in court over parents' murder
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US Congress passes defense bill defying Trump anti-Europe rhetoric
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Three Russia-themed anti-war films shortlisted for Oscars
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US oil blockade of Venezuela: what we know
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Palace boss Glasner says contract talks on hold due to hectic schedule
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Netflix to launch FIFA World Cup video game
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Venezuela says oil exports continue normally despite Trump 'blockade'
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German MPs approve 50 bn euros in military purchases
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India v South Africa 4th T20 abandoned due to fog
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Hydrogen plays part in global warming: study
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EU's Mercosur trade deal hits French, Italian roadblock
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What next for Belarus after US deal on prisoners, sanctions?
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Brazil Senate debates bill that could slash Bolsonaro jail term
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Coe shares 'frustration' over marathon record despite Kenyan's doping ban
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Stolen Bruce Lee statue 'returns' to Bosnia town
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Veteran Suarez signs new Inter Miami contract
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Warner Bros rejects Paramount bid, sticks with Netflix
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Crude prices surge after Trump orders Venezuela oil blockade
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Venezuelan opposition leader emerges from hiding after winning Nobel
Nobel laureate and Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado emerged from hiding to make her first public appearance in almost a year, waving to supporters from the balcony of her Oslo hotel early Thursday.
On Venezuela, how far will Trump go?
President Donald Trump has deployed thousands of US troops to the Caribbean and warned of strikes on Venezuelan soil.
Venezuelans divided on Machado peace prize, return home
Venezuelans stood divided Wednesday on the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to opposition leader Maria Corina Machado and on whether she should return home from Oslo.
Ukraine sends US new plan to end the war as Trump blasts Europe
Ukraine has sent Washington an updated plan for ending Russia's invasion, Ukrainian officials told AFP Wednesday, as US President Donald Trump laid into European leaders in the latest sign of a growing transatlantic rift.
Trump says had 'pretty strong words' with Europeans on Ukraine
US President Donald Trump said he exchanged "pretty strong words" Wednesday with the leaders of France, Britain and Germany on Ukraine, in the latest sign of a growing rift on how to end Russia's invasion.
M23 tightens grip on key DR Congo city in 'middle finger' to US
The Rwanda-backed M23 militia captured most of the key eastern DR Congo town of Uvira late on Wednesday, in a move Burundi called a "middle finger" to the United States after the signing of a peace deal in Washington.
US seized 'very large' tanker near Venezuela, Trump says
The United States has seized a large oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said Wednesday, dramatically escalating tensions between Washington and Caracas.
Trump says US seized 'very large' tanker near Venezuela
The United States has seized a large oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said Wednesday, further escalating tensions between Washington and Caracas.
UN sounds alarm over Ukraine war's impact on pregnant women
The war in Ukraine is endangering pregnant women, and maternal mortality has risen sharply, the UN's population agency warned Wednesday.
Divided US Fed makes third straight rate cut on jobs risks
A divided US Federal Reserve lowered interest rates Wednesday for a third consecutive time this year, flagging labor market concerns even as inflation remained elevated as President Donald Trump's tariffs bite.
Burundi says M23 advance in DR Congo a 'middle finger' to the US
Streets were empty, shops shuttered and soldiers fled a key eastern DR Congo city Wednesday a day after the Rwanda-backed M23 militia entered the outskirts, in a move Burundi called a "middle finger" to the United States after the signing of a peace deal in Washington.
What's at stake as Yemeni separatists gain ground?
UAE-backed south Yemeni separatists have taken control of vast new areas, rattling the anti-Houthi government and threatening to further divide a country fractured by more than a decade of civil war.
Stocks mark time ahead of Fed decision
Global stock markets marked time and the dollar steadied Wednesday with investors' eyes on a highly anticipated Federal Reserve policy announcement later in the day.
Veggie 'burgers' remain on table as EU talks stall
EU wrangling over whether to give plant-based "sausages" and veggie "burgers" the chop and restrict such labels to meat products will grind on into next year after countries and lawmakers failed to reach a deal on Wednesday.
M23's advance in DR Congo prompts uncertainty, border closure
Streets were empty, shops shuttered and soldiers fled the eastern DR Congo city of Uvira on Wednesday, a day after a Rwanda-backed militia entered the strategic city's outskirts, prompting Burundi to close its border.
Daughter of Venezuela's Machado picks up Nobel peace prize in her absence
Venezuela's opposition leader Maria Corina Machado on Wednesday urged her compatriots to fight for freedom against "state terrorism", as she said she was coming out of hiding to travel to Norway after being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in her absence.
Tens of thousands petition against Croatia Catholic men's public prayers
More than 60,000 people signed a petition delivered Wednesday to Croatia's government calling for the removal of public Catholic men's prayers that promote patriarchal authority from city squares.
French special forces helped Benin after attempted coup: military
French special forces provided support to Beninese troops who put down an attempted coup at the weekend, the head of the country's republican guard told AFP on Wednesday.
Venezuela's Machado 'safe' but will miss Nobel Peace Prize ceremony
Venezuela's opposition leader Maria Corina Machado is "safe" and will reach Oslo by Thursday at the latest, but will not accept her Nobel Peace Prize in person, Nobel officials said.
Stocks retreat ahead of Fed decision
Stock markets mostly fell and the dollar steadied Wednesday following a tepid day on Wall Street as investors bided their time ahead of a highly anticipated Federal Reserve policy announcement later in the day.
Venezuela opposition chief Machado to miss Nobel Peace Prize award
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, who lives in hiding, will not attend Wednesday's Nobel Peace Prize ceremony and the award will be accepted by her daughter, organisers said.
Brazil lawmakers approve bill to cut Bolsonaro sentence after ruckus
Brazil's lower house of Congress approved a bill early Wednesday that could slash former president Jair Bolsonaro's prison sentence for plotting a coup, after efforts by a lawmaker to disrupt the proceedings sparked chaos in parliament.
Cambodia-Thailand border clashes send half a million into shelters
Half a million evacuees in Cambodia and Thailand were sheltering in pagodas, schools and other safe havens on Wednesday after fleeing renewed fighting in a century-old border dispute in which US President Donald Trump has vowed to again intercede.
Cambodia pull out of SEA Games in Thailand: organisers
Cambodia withdrew on Wednesday from the Southeast Asian Games, a Games official said, as a border conflict with hosts Thailand escalated and forced a mass exodus of civilians from both sides of the disputed frontier.
Nepal faces economic fallout of September protest
When Nepal's government was toppled in September after deadly youth-led protests against economic stagnation and corruption, many in the impoverished country hoped for a period of meaningful political change.
Asian stocks in retreat as traders eye Fed decision, tech earnings
Asian markets retreated Wednesday following a tepid day on Wall Street as investors bided their time ahead of a highly anticipated Federal Reserve policy announcement later in the day.
US Fed appears set for third rate cut despite sharp divides
The US Federal Reserve is expected to deliver a further interest rate cut Wednesday despite divisions among its ranks, with chief Jerome Powell's ability to secure support from fellow policymakers put to the test.
Suspense swirls if Nobel peace laureate will attend ceremony
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, who lives in hiding, is due to receive her Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo on Wednesday, but hours before the ceremony it was still unclear whether she would attend.
Ruckus in Brazil Congress over bid to reduce Bolsonaro jail term
Chaotic scenes erupted in Brazil's Congress Tuesday as a lawmaker disrupted lower house efforts to vote on a bill that could slash former president Jair Bolsonaro's 27-year prison sentence for a coup plot.
Nasdaq Verafin Joins Global Anti-Scam Alliance
THE HAGUE, NL / ACCESS Newswire / December 10, 2025 / The Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) is pleased to announce that Nasdaq Verafin has joined GASA as a Foundation Member, strengthening the global effort to combat scams, financial crime, and digital fraud. As fraud tactics continue to evolve across borders and digital channels, cross-sector collaboration has become essential to protecting consumers and building safer financial ecosystems.
Honduran leader alleges vote tampering, US interference
Honduran President Xiomara Castro on Tuesday denounced what she called tampering with results in the recent general election, and accused US counterpart Donald Trump of interfering in the vote.
Zelensky says ready to hold Ukraine elections, with US help
President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday he was ready to hold new elections in Ukraine provided security could be assured, and that he expected to send Washington within a day revised proposals on ending the nearly four-year war with Russia.