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Thousands expected at Sweden climate demo as election looms

Around 10,000 people are expected to turn out for a climate demonstration in Stockholm on Sunday, according to Swedish police and organisers, just weeks ahead of a general election where the issue is among voters' top concerns.

Macron hosts Saudi's MBS for visit ranging from esports to Mideast

French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Saudi crown prince and de facto ruler Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday for a two-day visit set to range from esports to the war in the Middle East.

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Power cuts in Syrian capital drive workers, students to cafes

Majida has been working from a central Damascus cafe almost every day for a year, depending on it for reliable electricity and wifi in a country plagued by debilitating power cuts.

Biden on TikTok: 'lol' or national security worry?

US President Joe Biden's debut on TikTok has caused a stir -- not least because the Chinese-owned social media platform is still officially considered a security risk by Washington.

Global stocks mixed ahead of inflation data

The Dow climbed to a fresh record Monday on a mixed day for global equities as markets awaited an influential US inflation report.

US, European stocks advance ahead of inflation data

US stocks pushed further into record territory on Monday as investors awaited US inflation data and other major economic releases due this week.

Gunman kills three at Greek shipping company

A former employee of a Greek shipping company shot dead three people including its owner before killing himself on Monday in a coastal suburb of Athens, police said.

US cautious ahead of inflation data, European stocks advance

US stocks dipped on Monday while European equities mostly rose as investors awaited US inflation data and other major economic releases due this week.

IMF, World Bank warn Gaza war, Red Sea attacks imperil global economy

The IMF and World Bank warned on Monday that the Gaza war and the related attacks on shipping though the Red Sea pose threats to the global economy.

European stocks mostly rise as earnings give way to data

European stock markets mostly gained Monday after holiday-thinned trade in Asia, as investors awaited US inflation data and other major economic releases due this week.

Safety worries for Paris balconies ahead of Olympics

Real estate experts in Paris have warned about the danger of people cramming on to balconies around the city to catch a glimpse of the Olympics in July and August this year.

'The New Look' explores dark origins of French fashion

The fashion world makes for eye-catching TV, but the makers of "The New Look", about the origins of Dior and Chanel, show there were dark moral challenges behind the glossy facade.

No longer invisible, Greek same-sex couples await landmark law

For as long as he can remember, 16-year-old Yannis Belia has had a "second mother" invisible in the eyes of Greek family law.

'Everyone jumping, everyone happy': Rio celebrates carnival

Glittering with sequins and sweat, thousands of performers shimmying to sultry samba beats danced their way down an avenue in Rio de Janeiro Sunday as the Brazilian beach city's famed carnival parades got under way.

Polluted paradise: Chile town waits for cleanup as coal shuts off

With its emerald green waters and white sands, the small town of Mejillones in northern Chile looks deceptively like a typical seaside resort.

Professional coaches help Americans navigate Dating 2.0

When a long-term relationship came to an unhappy end, 43-year-old Katia suddenly found herself in "uncharted waters" as she struggled to deal with a baffling array of dating apps and the confusing -- and mostly unwritten -- set of rules governing modern dating behavior.

Olympic venue sparks regeneration hopes for Paris drug hotspot

The only new permanent sports venue built in inner Paris for the Olympics this year opened its doors Sunday in an area of the capital hoping to shed its reputation for crack-dealing and crime.

France to revoke birthright citizenship in Mayotte to fight migration crisis

French authorities said Sunday they planned to revoke birthright citizenship on the Indian Ocean island of Mayotte, the country's poorest overseas territory, which has been struggling with social unrest and a crippling migration crisis.

Andean farmers use age-old technique amid climate change

From the sky, they look like huge, circular patterns made by aliens -- but in fact, they are an age-old technique farmers have brought back to fight the climate crisis on the Andean plateaus of Puno.

Hungarian president resigns over child abuser pardon controversy

Hungarian President Katalin Novak, a close ally of Prime Minister Viktor Orban, announced her resignation Saturday following outrage over a pardon granted to a man implicated in a child sexual abuse case.

Six-year-old Gaza girl found dead days after pleading for help

Six-year-old Hind Rajab pleaded to be rescued, after her family's car came under fire in war-ravaged Gaza City, leaving her alone, frightened and wounded, surrounded by the bodies of her dead relatives.

Six-year-old Gaza girl found dead, family says, blaming Israel

A six-year-old Palestinian girl who went missing after the family's car came under fire in war-ravaged Gaza was found dead Saturday, the health ministry and her relatives said, accusing Israel of killing her.

AI-generated party video has Khan claiming victory in Pakistan election

An AI-generated video released Saturday by the party of jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has him claiming victory in the country's election.

'Restaurant of Love' helps feed Tunis homeless

On a corner by the entrance to Tunis zoo, Leila waits for a hot meal from the Tunisian capital's "Restaurant of Love" in a cardboard shelter where she and her dogs sleep.

Tommy Hilfiger pays tribute to NY as city's fashion week kicks off

As his red, white and blue mainstay prepares to turn 40, Tommy Hilfiger paid tribute to New York as a leading character in his journey to the design big-time as the city's fashion week got underway.

Tech surge lifts S&P 500 to first-ever close above 5,000 points

The S&P 500 surged Friday to finish above 5,000 points for the first time following the latest upward jump by large tech companies after months of gains.

AC Milan buy land for new stadium away from San Siro

AC Milan took a further step in a move away from the iconic San Siro with the purchase of land to build a new stadium, a source close to the matter confirmed on Friday.

S&P above 5,000 but most markets little changed as investors track earnings

Wall Street's broad-based S&P 500 appeared headed to closing Friday above the 5,000-point mark for the first time but most global stock markets were little changed as traders digested company results and interest rate outlooks.

British Vogue editor bows out with 40 'legendary women' cover

The pathbreaking editor of British Vogue Edward Enninful on Friday said 40 "legendary women" ranging from Serena Williams to Miley Cyrus had gathered to grace the cover of his last issue of the fashion bible.

French prosecutors seek Lafarge trial for terror financing

French prosecutors have recommended that cement maker Lafarge stand trial on charges of terrorism financing over its past activities in Syria, a source close to the case told AFP Friday.

Icelanders race to repair damage after volcano damage

Icelanders were working Friday to get hot-water supplies fixed in thousands of houses a day after a third volcanic eruption in two months, as experts said the tremors had eased.

Stock markets diverge as investors track earnings

Wall Street's broad-based S&P 500 broke the 5,000-point mark on Friday but global stock markets fluctuated as traders digested another series of company results and revisions to US inflation data.

Polish farmers protest Ukraine imports and EU regulations

Polish farmers on Friday staged blockades across the country to protest competition from Ukraine and heavy EU regulations, with Warsaw hinting it could impose new import bans on Ukrainian agricultural products.

Polish farmers protest Ukraine imports as govt weighs new bans

Polish farmers on Friday staged blockades at border checkpoints with Ukraine to protest competition from its neighbour as Warsaw hinted it could impose new import bans on Ukrainian agricultural products.

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