Biden meets with G7, addresses US on response to Russia
US President Joe Biden was meeting with G7 allies Thursday to hammer out a raft of new sanctions against Russia after it invaded Ukraine, and will later speak to the American people on a crisis that he warns will cause "catastrophic loss of life."
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Alibaba says profit fell 74% in 'volatile' environment
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba on Thursday said profit in the October-December period fell 74 percent, the company's third straight quarterly drop as it faces myriad challenges including a government crackdown, slowing sales growth and intensifying domestic competition.
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Eight polio vaccinators killed in series of Afghan attacks: UN
Eight members of polio vaccination teams working to eradicate the crippling virus in Afghanistan were killed on Thursday in four separate attacks, the United Nations said.
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England recall 'full-tilt' Tuilagi for Wales clash
England coach Eddie Jones said he planned for Manu Tuilagi to be at "full tilt" after recalling the powerhouse centre for Saturday's pivotal Six Nations Championship clash against Wales at Twickenham.
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Israel's president in Greece to calm ally ahead of Turkey visit
Israel's President Isaac Herzog was in Greece Thursday for a trip aimed in part at reassuring an ally as Israel makes an outreach to Turkey, with tensions fraught between Athens and Ankara.
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'Cheers': AB InBev profits nearly back to pre-pandemic level
The world's largest brewer AB InBev said Thursday that its profits rose 50 percent last year, nearing its level before the Covid-19 pandemic forced shut pubs and bars worldwide.
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Galthie keeps changes to a minimum for clash with 'problem' side Scotland
France coach Fabien Galthie kept changes to a minimum to his starting XV for Saturday's Six Nations clash with Scotland as the French bid to keep their hopes of a first title and Grand Slam since 2010 alive.
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Russia invades Ukraine, dozens killed
Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Thursday, killing dozens and forcing hundreds to flee for their lives in the pro-Western neighbour.
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UK warns of unprecedented sanctions against Russia's 'dictator'
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday said Russian President Vladimir Putin was a "dictator" who now faced "massive" Western sanctions for invading Ukraine.
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Faletau returns as Wales drop Rees-Zammit for England clash
Wales coach Wayne Pivac has recalled No 8 Taulupe Faletau and dropped wing Louis Rees-Zammit from his side for Saturday's Six Nations match against England at Twickenham.
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