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Rio breaks record for rainiest September amid powerful El Nino

Stocks fall on soaring bond yields, higher oil prices

At UN, tech chiefs urge caution in AI development

US judge weighing Trump's White House ban on media outlets

Russian strikes kill seven in Ukraine, Zelensky vows winter campaign

At UN, OpenAI's Altman calls 'for extreme care' in AI

Venezuelan shot by ICE needs urgent medical care, mother tells AFP

Hamilton gives thumbs up to Gulf GPs despite Iran conflict

Zelensky says Putin using fighters from 47 countries in Ukraine war

Leclerc admits going 'too far' in Hamilton shunt in Italy

Klopp calls on Germany to 'rise above ourselves' as new era begins

Row engulfs Dolly Parton's estate as manager accuses nephew of making threats

Russian strikes kill seven in Ukraine as Russia vows no 'pause' to war

Mandela Digital Extends Early Access Programme to 11 February 2027 Following Strong Response

Ukraine says still fighting for eastern stronghold

Ukraine's army on Saturday dismissed Russian claims to have seized the eastern stronghold of Kostyantynivka, saying the situation was "difficult" but that troops were defending the town.

Struggling German auto supplier Continental to sell unit

German auto supplier Continental announced Saturday a four-billion-euro ($4.6-billion) deal to sell a division to a US investment group, the latest move in a major restructuring.

Mali hit by new wave of coordinated attacks

Jihadists and their separatist Tuareg allies hit Mali with fresh coordinated attacks Saturday, striking multiple towns and a prison, according to the army, residents and security sources.

Pope urges Europe to protect migrants in visit to island frontier

Pope Leo XIV on Saturday pressed Europe to do more to protect and integrate migrants as he visited Italy's Lampedusa island, a major port of call for those risking the perilous crossing from Africa.

New Zealand edge France 34-32 in thriller to open Nations Championship

Cam Roigard and Will Jordan scored two tries each as New Zealand held on to edge an under-strength France 34-32 in a thriller in Christchurch on Saturday to open the inaugural Nations Championship.

Mass protests in Germany as far-right AfD meets

Thousands of demonstrators flooded a German city on Saturday, blocking major roads and disrupting public transport, in a bid to shut down the annual congress of the far-right AfD party.

Pope defends migrants at Mediterranean island frontier

Pope Leo XIV on Saturday visited Italy's Lampedusa island, a major port of call for migrants risking the perilous crossing from Africa, in a stark message to US and EU leaders.

France face Philly furnace as World Cup last 16 gets under way

France are bracing for furnace-like temperatures when they face Paraguay in Philadelphia in the World Cup's last 16 on Saturday as co-hosts Canada prepare for a daunting date with African giants Morocco in Houston.

Pope to defend migrants at Mediterranean island frontier

Pope Leo XIV on Saturday visits Italy's Lampedusa island, a major port of call for migrants risking the perilous crossing from Africa, in a stark message to US and EU leaders.

Australia goalkeepers were in dark about World Cup shootout switch

Australia goalkeeper Patrick Beach had no idea he was going to be taken off for the World Cup penalty shootout with Egypt Friday as coach Tony Popovic came under fire for the baffling decision.

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