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Botched US execution leaves murderer unconscious on ventilator: lawyers
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China a better influence in Latin America than US: poll
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Cornell rape case exposes sexual violence at US colleges
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Judge pauses construction of border project in Texas national park
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France held by Italy in Zidane's homecoming after Olise stunner
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Belgium's De Bruyne fires double to sink Turkey, France held by Italy
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Ethiopian pro-government militia claims Tigray airport as regional tensions spike
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US jobs data boosts stocks as oil prices dip
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Ohtani shaking off injuries as Dodgers launch MLB post-season
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US Supreme Court to hear high-stakes climate case
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Sea levels to rise in California as coastal wave surges up west coast
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Trump expected to name intel chief Clayton as AI czar: reports
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New rallies urged in France as protests disrupt over 730 schools
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Argentina unveils passports-for-investment scheme
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Djokovic survives China Open scare, Sabalenka starts strong
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Brazil election debate chaos sparks censorship row
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King Charles to evoke colonial 'darkest days' on Caribbean tour
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England's Carse charged by cricket body over nightclub incident
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Tesla shares jump after global car sales top estimates
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Amazon vows $1 bn for data center towns, decries 'myths'
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DR Congo Ebola outbreak killed more than 4,000: official figures
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Oil prices drop on G7 fuel release, US jobs data boosts stocks
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Djokovic survives China Open scare against wildcard world no. 104
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G7 agrees deal to ease global energy supply concerns
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Lula, Bolsonaro trade blows in final scramble for votes in Brazil
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Spain's government dealt blow as lawmakers reject housing bills
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New clashes erupt as protests disrupt over 560 French schools
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Food, medicine shortages deepen in Russian-occupied Oleshky
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NY governor vows to close loophole after alleged Cornell gang rape
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Man City whistleblower Rui Pinto facing 'dire consequences' - lawyers
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Ethiopia Tigray rebels pushed back as regional tensions spike
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Russia 'tearing Kyiv apart', mayor says, as strikes paralyse traffic
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Stocks rise, yields fall as US job numbers disappoint
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Taiwan boxer Lin wins Games gold as Japan edge North Korea on penalties
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Man City verdict a 'big topic' for England players, says Tuchel
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Japan tame North Korea to win Games gold after shootout drama
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NY attorney general tasked with investigating alleged Cornell gang rape
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US posts weak job growth data in September
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China widens military footprint with Laos air base
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Ethiopia's conflict: the regional dimension
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G7 talks as US pressures Europe over diesel stocks
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Life expectancy almost back to pre-Covid levels, says WHO
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Man City launch appeal against explosive financial ruling
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Turkey's football referee chief faces judge in graft probe
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Swiss president to quit government
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Verstappen goes own way to avoid the rain
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Europe rejects US threats over diesel stocks, urges joint G7 action
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Oil slides, bonds steady as EU addresses diesel price surge
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Philippines tennis star Eala says 'I get overwhelmed sometimes'
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Spain housing package at risk in parliament, as protests mount
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South Africa held a first major voter registration drive on Saturday in a bid to tackle widespread apathy ahead of national elections next year.
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Tens of thousands of Spaniards took to the streets of Madrid on Saturday to denounce a proposed amnesty law for Catalan separatists and activists, which was key for the left-wing government to retain power.
Hamas says more than 80 dead in Israeli strikes on Gaza camp
A Hamas health official said more than 80 people were killed Saturday in twin strikes on a northern Gaza refugee camp, including a UN school used as a shelter for people displaced by the Israel-Hamas war.
Thousands protest Spain's proposed seperatist amnesty law
Tens of thousands of Spaniards took to the streets of Madrid on Saturday to denounce a proposed amnesty law for Catalan separatists and activists, which was key for the left-wing government to retain power.
Rejected Rohingya boat sighted off Indonesia coast: official
A boat carrying Rohingya refugees that was forced back to sea earlier this week was sighted Saturday several miles off the coast of Indonesia's westernmost region, according to a local commander.
Lebanon's Palestinian refugees fear for their families in Gaza
In a ramshackle Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon, Hayat Shehadeh wrings her hands as she watches the Israel-Hamas war. Her daughter is in Gaza, and she has not spoken to her for a week.
Hundreds flee as Israel orders Gaza's main hospital evacuated
Hundreds of people fled on foot Saturday after Israel's army ordered the evacuation of Gaza's main hospital where more than 2,000 patients, medics and displaced people were trapped by the war between Israel and Hamas.
Liberian President George Weah concedes poll defeat to ex VP Boakai
Liberian leader and football legend George Weah conceded defeat to opposition leader Joseph Boakai after a tight presidential run-off, saying it was "time to put national interest above personal interest".
Fuel enters Gaza as phone links restored
A first consignment of fuel has entered Gaza after Israel bowed to US pressure for limited deliveries to allow wastewater treatment and the resumption of communications after a two-day blackout.
Chinese premier invited to Australia as tensions ease
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Friday he had invited China's Premier Li Qiang to visit, as a long-stormy relationship improves.
Liberian challenger close to victory over president Weah
Political veteran Joseph Boakai was on Friday close to victory in Liberia's presidential race against incumbent George Weah.
US approves major long-range missile deal for Japan
The United States on Friday approved Japan's request to buy 400 Tomahawk missiles, part of Tokyo's bid to bolster defenses despite fresh dialogue with China.
Jimmy Carter's wife Rosalynn enters hospice care
The wife of former US president Jimmy Carter, Rosalynn, has entered hospice care at her home in the southern state of Georgia, her family said Friday.
Fuel enters Gaza to restore phone links after two days without aid
A first consignment of fuel entered Gaza from Egypt late Friday after Israel agreed to a US request to allow limited deliveries to end a communications blackout that has halted aid convoys for two days.
Liberian challenger close to election victory over president Weah
Political veteran Joseph Boakai was on Friday close to victory in Liberia's presidential race against incumbent George Weah, with more than 99 percent of polling stations reporting.
US, China commerce ministers pledge to further talks in 2024
The United States and China plan further talks on commercial issues next year, the US Commerce Department said Friday in a commitment to continue high level engagement despite tensions.
Finland sees asylum surge before Russia border crossings shut
Dozens of asylum seekers arrived at four Finnish border crossings with Russia on Friday, just hours before they were to close, a border guard captain told AFP.
Germany, Turkey leaders trade barbs over Israel-Hamas war
Germany and Turkey's leaders traded barbs Friday over Israel's war on Hamas, with Frank-Walter Steinmeier stressing the country's right to exist while Recep Tayyip Erdogan demanded an end to Israel's military operation.
Motion to boot out fabulist US congressman
A Republican congressman who won office with a glittering but faked resume, then allegedly stole funds for treats including Botox and the OnlyFans porn site, faced a new bid Friday to force his expulsion from the US House of Representatives.
Hamas says 24 die at Gaza hospital as Israel hunts hideouts
The Hamas-controlled health ministry said Friday that 24 patients at a hospital in war-torn Gaza had died within 48 hours due to power outages, as Israeli forces searched the complex for Hamas hideouts.
Erdogan on 'difficult' German visit after Israel outbursts
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Berlin for talks with German leaders Friday, in a highly controversial visit made more explosive by the Turkish leader's branding of Israel as a "terror state".
Stocks struggle to end week on high note
European stock markets rose but Wall Street wavered on Friday as investors struggled to end the week on a high note after cooling inflation raised hopes of an end to interest rate hikes.
Azerbaijan must allow 'safe' return to Nagorno-Karabakh: UN court
The UN's top court Friday ordered Azerbaijan to allow the safe return of people to the contested territory of Nagorno-Karabakh, which Baku seized in a lightning September offensive.
French senator held for allegedly spiking MP's drink
French investigators on Friday were questioning a senator arrested on suspicion of drugging a lower house MP with a view to assaulting her, in a case that has rocked France's parliament.
Paris plan targeting SUVs hits bumpy road
A plan to make SUV owners pay more for parking in Paris has met with a mixed response from residents, ranging from Gallic shrugs to outright support or rejection.
Ukraine claims successes in 'heavy fighting' on Russian-held side of Dnipro river
Ukraine said Friday it had carried out successful attacks on the Russian-occupied eastern bank of the Dnipro river, days after Moscow admitted Kyiv's forces had gained a foothold there.
Scottish government outlines post-independence plans to rejoin EU
An independent Scotland would move quickly to rejoin the European Union, the Scottish government said on Friday as it laid out its plans for getting back into the bloc.
Mother of French teen killed by police calls for new protests
The mother of a French teenager whose killing by police sparked over a week of nationwide riots has called on supporters to stage a new protest this weekend after the officer was released from custody.
Meta, TikTok challenge incoming EU digital market law
Tech giants Meta and TikTok are contesting the scope of an EU law that from March will set new rules on competition in the digital marketplace.
European stocks rally, as tanking Alibaba weighs on Hong Kong
Europe's main stock markets rallied and the dollar weakened Friday, closing out a volatile week for financial assets as investors assess the outlook for interest rates.
Israeli forces search Gaza hospital as communications cut
Israeli troops carried out building-by-building searches at Gaza's main hospital on Friday, after a communications blackout in the Palestinian territory compounded fears for civilians trapped inside the facility.
About 250 Rohingya refugees in Indonesia sent back to sea
About 250 Rohingya refugees in an overcrowded wooden boat have been turned away from western Indonesia and sent back to sea, residents said Friday.