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Taiwan says AI agents used in cyberattacks targeting island

Tech stocks enjoy rebound after US inflation on mixed day for markets

Japan protests Putin's first visit to disputed islands

Hasan takes 6-55 as Bangladesh bundle out Australia for 198

Kiss wants fit-again Wallabies playmaker Gordon to 'open up' Japan

Swiatek sinks Svitolina to set up Rybakina title clash in Toronto

British eccentrics push humble garden shed to new heights

Australia's Pallister shines, mixed relay record falls as Pan Pacs open

Zambia votes with president's economic record on the line

Hasan puts Bangladesh in charge as Australia struggle to 183-8

Germany's dry rivers spark battle on engineering vs restoration

Putin visits Kuril islands claimed by Japan

Senators demand inquiry into conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln

Swiatek downs Svitolina to reach first WTA final of 2026

French brewers return beer to its feminine roots

When Vero and Vero started making beer, they thought they were part of a new trend of women asserting themselves in a traditionally male-dominated industry -- only to discover that beer actually has ancient feminine roots.

Pakistan PM Khan to address nation ahead of no-confidence vote

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is to address the nation Friday, on the eve of a controversial no-confidence vote that looks certain to dismiss him.

Israeli police kill gunman who shot dead two in Tel Aviv

Israeli police said Friday they had shot dead a Palestinian gunman who killed two Israeli men and wounded several others the night before in Tel Aviv, the latest in a surge of violence.

Vettel facing scrutiny over 'iconic' moped ride

Sebastian Vettel was facing potential punishment Friday after riding a moped on the track at the Australian Grand Prix in violation of the rules, as his season went from bad to worse.

World food prices hit record high over Ukraine war: FAO

World food prices hit an all-time high in March as Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent "shocks" through markets for staple grains and vegetable oils, the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization said on Friday.

Putin's five key goals ahead of May 9 WWII parade

A month before a highly symbolic May 9 parade on Red Square that celebrates victory in World War II, Russian President Vladimir Putin's troops face considerable challenges in Ukraine.

Asian markets track Wall St gains, traders wary of hawkish Fed

Asian markets mostly rose Friday after a tough week dominated by the US Federal Reserve's hawkish tone that has set it on an aggressive tightening path, while oil ticked higher after another series of losses.

Ferrero recalls Kinder chocolates in US over Salmonella fears

Italian confectionery giant Ferrero said on Thursday that it had recalled certain varieties of its Kinder chocolates from retailers in the United States over a possible salmonella contamination.

Leclerc outpaces world champion Verstappen to go fastest in Melbourne

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc went quickest in second practice at the Australian Grand Prix on Friday ahead of Red Bull's Max Verstappen, with a struggling Lewis Hamilton only managing 13th.

Xi praises China's virus handling as Shanghai prepares 130,000 Covid beds

China's President Xi Jinping praised the country's "tested" zero-Covid strategy on Friday, even as Shanghai authorities prepared nearly 130,000 beds for Covid-19 patients amid surging cases and mounting public anger.

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