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Former DR Congo president Kabila forms new force with M23 armed group

Former DR Congo president Joseph Kabila on Monday joined forces with the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group to head a new outfit, taking a more direct role in the insurgency ravaging the country's volatile east.

Brazil presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro to visit jailed father

Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro is set to visit his father, former president Jair Bolsonaro, who is under house arrest, after a judge authorized the visit on Monday.

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Thousands march fearing return of a Bolsonaro presidency in Brazil

Thousands of people joined a student march Wednesday in downtown Rio de Janeiro to protest presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro and a surge of the far-right in Brazil.

Protests in major Turkish city after mayor defects to Erdogan party

More than 1,000 protesters gathered in Turkish opposition stronghold Izmir on Wednesday, angered by the defection of the city's mayor to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's ruling AKP.

Five children among 26 killed in Ukraine after Russian strikes

Russian strikes across Ukraine on Wednesday killed at least 26 people, including five children who died when a missile slammed into an apartment block in the north of the country as they slept.

Trump wants to turn Florida golf course into presidential retreat

Donald Trump wants to turn his luxury Florida golf course into retreat for future US presidents modeled on the historic Camp David getaway, the White House said Wednesday.

Russia warns of 'false' information as second plague case reported

Russia warned Wednesday against "false" information as reports emerged of a second suspected case of plague in Siberia, with Washington and Brussels calling for transparency and neighbouring Mongolia tightening health surveillance.

Mayor of Turkish opposition stronghold defects to Erdogan party

The mayor of Izmir, Turkey's third city and an opposition stronghold,defected to the ruling AKP Wednesday, in a huge symbolic victory for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

IEA ready to release more oil reserves if necessary

The International Energy Agency's member countries stand ready to release additional oil from their strategic reserves if necessary and will prioritise diesel due to tight supplies of the fuel, the head of the IEA said Wednesday.

Children among heavy casualties in Ukraine after Russian strikes

At least 24 people were killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine on Wednesday, including four young children who died when a missile slammed into an apartment block in the north of the country as they slept.

Court orders German ex-spy chief kept in jail after spying, treason arrest

A court Wednesday ordered ex-German spy chief August Hanning to remain in jail after his arrest on suspicion of espionage and treason, along with a former deputy who allegedly supplied him with secret files.

Heavy casualties in Ukraine after Russian strikes

At least 20 people were killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine on Wednesday, including 14 when a missile slammed into an apartment block in the north of the country as they slept.

IMF preparing El Nino assistance, concerned about AI bubble burst: chief to AFP

The International Monetary Fund is preparing to offer support to countries exposed to the effects of El Nino, the organisation's director Kristalina Georgieva told AFP on Wednesday, expressing concern about food security.

West must embrace 'national power' or face decline: Rubio

The western world must embrace "national power" and technological innovation or risk sliding into decline, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was set to warn on Wednesday during a visit to Greece.

Stocks decline as oil climbs on Mideast flareup

Oil prices rose Wednesday on fresh concerns about Middle East supplies following a warning that Iran appeared to be stepping up attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, weighing on stock markets.

As sector struggles, Porsche puts luxury ahead of volume

Luxury sports car maker Porsche announced Wednesday it plans to sell fewer vehicles, but at a higher price to try to regain profitability hit by competition from China.

Mayor of opposition stronghold Izmir defects to Erdogan party

The mayor of Izmir, Turkey's third city and an opposition stronghold, on Wednesday defected to the ruling AKP, in a huge symbolic victory for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

UK tax body opened probe into Man City in 2018: FT

UK tax authorities launched an investigation into Manchester City in 2018 to determine whether the club -- recently found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules -- used complex arrangements to reduce tax, the Financial Times reported Wednesday.

France suspends stun grenade use at student protests ahead of PM speech

France has suspended the use of stun grenades by police at student-led demonstrations, the interior minister said Wednesday, as allegations of police brutality mounted after days of sometimes violent demonstrations across the country.

Yemen's Houthis claim new attacks on Saudi airports as conflict deepens

The Houthis claimed a flurry of attacks on Saudi targets on Wednesday including firing a ballistic missile at Riyadh airport, as the group battles for territory in Yemen against government forces supported by the kingdom.

US pushes Russia for information on plague reports

The United States made a formal request pressing Russia for information on the reported plague death of a laboratory technician, a source close to the matter said Tuesday, as calls grew for transparency from Moscow.

Myanmar leader lands in Malaysia for migrant return talks

Myanmar's leader landed on Wednesday for his first visit to Malaysia since taking power in a 2021 coup, as Kuala Lumpur seeks his cooperation to return thousands of migrants.

How the EU regulates lobbyists

Following the 2022 Qatargate bribery scandal, the European Union tightened its lobbying rules in Brussels, where thousands of businesses and industries push their interests to EU lawmakers and officials.

I.Coast refuge offers lifelong care for youngsters scorned as 'sorcerers'

Ahou Albertine Kouadio says it's tough leaving her son in care but it's the safest place for him in Ivory Coast, where youngsters with developmental disorders face rejection, violence or even death.

Indian central bank hikes rates for first time in more than 3 years

India's central bank hiked interest rates for the first time in more than three years on Wednesday as the Middle East conflict stokes inflation in Asia's third-largest economy and batters a weakened rupee.

Mourning, war and elections as Israel marks October 7

Israel marked the third anniversary of Hamas's October 7 attack on Wednesday with silent tributes, new strikes on Gaza and intense political debate, weeks before elections in which the country's deadliest day will be front and centre.

Saudi coalition says shot down Houthi missile

The Saudi-led coalition said Wednesday it intercepted a ballistic missile fired by Yemen's Houthis at Saudi Arabia, as government forces backed by the kingdom battled to retake territory seized by the group in a lightning offensive.

Turkey, Australia's joint COP31 leadership raises doubts

Australia and Turkey are co-hosting COP31 in November but the highly-unusual decision to share leadership has raised questions about how the climate summit will unfold -- and who holds the power.

Nobel Peace Prize haunted by the 'spectre' of Trump

Donald Trump's chances of winning the Nobel Peace Prize are seen as minimal, but his "spectre" will cast its shadow over Friday's announcement of the winner in Oslo, experts say.

Crisis-stricken Haiti postpones elections

Haiti, which has been engulfed by years of gang violence and political chaos, has indefinitely postponed elections due to be held later this year, officials said Tuesday.

N. Korea's Kim pledges 'invariable support' in Putin birthday letter

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged his "invariable support" for Russia in a birthday letter to President Vladimir Putin, while hailing Moscow's war in Ukraine as "sacred", state media reported Wednesday.

Trump to speak to Putin on plague as US, UN urge transparency

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would speak very soon with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the reported plague death of a laboratory technician, as Washington and the United Nations called for transparency from Moscow.

Australia probes app used in cheap smart glasses over privacy fears

Australia is investigating how and where the firm behind an app used in popular low-cost smart glasses collects and stores personal data, the country's data protection watchdog said Wednesday.

Trump to speak to Putin on plague as US steps up pressure

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would speak very soon with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the reported plague death of a laboratory technician, as Washington pressured Moscow for transparency.

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