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Spurs fail in appeal to reduce Bentancur ban for Son comments
Tottenham's appeal to reduce Rodrigo Bentancur's seven-match ban for an alleged racist remark he made about teammate Son Heung-min has been dismissed, the Football Association said on Tuesday.
Father, stepmother of murdered UK-Pakistani girl jailed for life
A UK court on Tuesday handed life sentences to the father and stepmother of a murdered 10-year-old British-Pakistani girl who died after being subjected to a prolonged "campaign of torture" and "despicable abuse".
Stock markets mostly drop awaiting Fed policy update
Major stock markets mostly fell Tuesday as attention turned to the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy decision, with traders hoping for guidance on its interest rate plans as president-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office.
Markets mostly down as Fed gears up for interest rate decision
Most markets fell Tuesday as attention turned to the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy decision, with traders hoping for guidance on its interest rate plans as president-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office.
Restoring Milan's Duomo, one statue at a time
In a workshop in the Milan suburbs, sculptor Giovanni Calderino completes his latest project -- a battered statue from the top of the Italian city's gothic cathedral, and its gleaming white replacement.
Asian markets drop as Fed gears up for interest rate decision
Most Asian markets fell Tuesday as attention turned to the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy decision, with traders hoping for guidance on its interest rate plans as president-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office.
Chinese casino hub Macau struggles to evolve beyond gaming
In the shadow of the Grand Lisboa, the Macau casino world-famous for its "golden lotus" design, fashion boutique owner Suzanne Leong wonders if the economic miracle that initially made her fortune has now cast her aside.
Asian markets mixed as Fed gears up for interest rate decision
Asian markets fluctuated Tuesday as attention turned to the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy decision, with traders hoping for guidance on its interest rate plans as president-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office.
UK court to sentence father, stepmother for killing daughter
A UK court will Tuesday hand down its sentences on the father and stepmother of a British-Pakistani girl, who died from prolonged and horrific abuse in a case which shocked the UK.
ChatGPT search opens to all users in challenge to Google
OpenAI on Monday said it is making ChatGPT-powered internet search available to all users, escalating its threat to Google's dominance.
The European Union Endorses Green Energy Park as a 2025 Global Gateway Flagship Project
On 22 November 2024, the Council of the EU approved 46 Global Gateway flagship projects for 2025, endorsing Green Energy Park as a reference project for Climate and Energy.
Global stocks mostly fall, bitcoin soars to new peak
Global shares mostly retreated Monday as markets awaited a Federal Reserve interest rate decision while concerns over political battles in Europe and China's struggling economy pressured equities.
After budget row, French MPs pass 'special law' to keep show on the road
More than a week after a historic no-confidence vote brought down a prime minister unable to secure backing for an austerity budget, French lawmakers Monday unanimously passed a law to keep tax and social security machinery running.
Global stocks stall, bitcoin soars to new peak
Global shares stalled Monday ahead of an expected US interest-rate cut later this week while concerns over political battles in Europe and China's struggling economy sent other world markets lower.
Canada deputy PM quits in tariff rift with Trudeau
Canada's Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland quit Monday in a surprise move after disagreeing with Justin Trudeau over US President-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats.
Anglican Church hit by new abuse row
A senior UK bishop, who will soon take over temporarily as leader of the world's Anglicans after a sex abuse scandal, faced calls to quit on Monday over his own handling of another case.
UK approves Royal Mail takeover by Czech billionaire
Britain's centuries-old Royal Mail is set to pass into foreign ownership after the UK government Monday approved the takeover of its parent company by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky's EP Group.
Spinoffs of French tycoon's media empire make market debut
Three spinoffs from French right-wing tycoon Vincent Bollore's Vivendi media empire debuted on stock markets on Monday, with mixed results as shares in the Canal+ television and film group tanked in London.
Lagarde says ECB will continue to cut interest rates
European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde said Monday eurozone policymakers would keep cutting interest rates and warned that higher US tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump could hit growth in the bloc.
Ex-husband in French rape trial asks 'forgiveness' from family
The French man who has admitted to enlisting dozens of strangers to rape his heavily-sedated wife on Monday asked forgiveness from his family and hailed the courage of his now ex-spouse during his trial.
Equity markets struggle after more weak China data
Most markets fell on Monday after an unexpected slowdown in retail sales reinforced worries about China's economy, with the latest batch of weak data compounding the disappointment of Beijing's latest stimulus pledges.
Fiji says seven 'stable' after drinking hotel cocktails
Seven guests hospitalised after drinking cocktails in a luxury Fiji hotel -- including four Australians and an American -- are in a stable condition, the Pacific island government said Monday.
Chinese firms take on EV truck challenges
Dominant in the electric car sector, Chinese companies have been quietly consolidating their position in the lesser-watched trucking scene -- but foreign tariffs and a perceived quality gap could signal roadblocks ahead, experts warn.
Oldest Miss France clinches crown, aged 34
A 34-year-old flight attendant from the French Caribbean island of Martinique on Saturday became the oldest contestant to win the Miss France pageant.
Rare foreign-born CEO says Japan needs immigration to thrive
The Indian-born head of one of Japan's most famous snack brands has warned that the country must change its mindset and admit more immigrants to get the economy back to the glory of its boom years.
France fears heavy toll as Cyclone Chido batters Mayotte
Cyclone Chido obliterated shantytowns on the French island territory of Mayotte on Saturday, with French ministers fearing a "heavy" death toll from the destruction, which has already claimed two lives.
Founder of Spain's Mango clothing chain dies in accident
Isak Andic, the founder of Spanish clothing retailer Mango, one of Europe's largest fashion groups, with nearly 2,800 stores worldwide, died Saturday in an accident, the company said.
Olympic champions Papadakis, Hubbell to perform as same-sex ice dancers in gala
Olympic ice dancing champions Gabriella Papadakis and Madison Hubbell announced Saturday they will team up as a same-sex couple at a figure skating gala early next year.
Athletics Australia 'profoundly sorry' for alleged abuse by top coach
Athletics Australia said it was "profoundly sorry" on Saturday over allegations that celebrated pole vault coach Alex Parnov groomed, sexually harassed and inappropriately touched multiple young women in his care.
'Fighting spirit': Disabled French boxer yearns for glory
Boxer Pierre-Mickael Hugues trains in New York like any other able-bodied athlete -- but has prosthetic legs from below the knee.
McKinsey to pay $650 mn to settle US criminal case on opioids
Consulting giant McKinsey & Company will pay $650 million to settle US criminal charges that it collaborated with Purdue Pharma to intentionally misbrand opioids, worsening a public health crisis, officials announced Friday.
Lawyers make final pleas at rape trial of France's 'monster' husband
A lawyer urged judges to acquit her clients Friday as defence pleas wrap up at a massive rape trial in France, arguing the main victim's "monster" husband had manipulated them into assaulting her.
Staff at UK luxury store Harrods vote to strike
Hundreds of staff at London's luxury department store Harrods will walk out just days before Christmas, a union said Friday, in a row over pay and working conditions.
Global stocks pull lower on US rate concerns
A push higher by global stocks ran out of steam Friday as US bond yields rose in a signal that investors see the US Federal Reserve pausing after an expected interest rate cut next week.
Chanel looks to the future with new artistic director Blazy
French luxury brand Chanel has opted for 40-year-old Matthieu Blazy as its new creative director instead of one of the industry's established celebrity designers.
IAEA says Iran agrees to more monitoring at Fordo enrichment plant
Iran has agreed to increased monitoring by the UN nuclear watchdog at its Fordo enrichment plant, following its plans to ramp up production of highly enriched uranium at the site, the agency said in a report seen by AFP on Friday.
Elegance in a historic setting: the new Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II celebrates its German premiere at the Grand Hotel Heiligendamm
On Thursday, 12 December 2024, Riller & Schnauck, the exclusive Berlin-based Rolls-Royce dealer, presented the new Rolls-Royce Ghost II to a selected audience at the traditional Grand Hotel Heiligendamm (Federal State: Mecklenburg-Vorpommern - Federal Republic of Germany) on the Baltic Sea. Within the historic walls of Germany's first seaside resort and surrounded by the ‘White City by the Sea’, the German clientele was able to gain an impressive insight into the subtle further development of the British luxury saloon.Exclusive customer presentation in Germany's oldest seaside resortHeiligendamm, situated on the Bay of Mecklenburg, has embodied European bathing culture and the finest luxury since its foundation in 1793. The Grand Hotel, whose origins are closely linked to the history of the resort, was once a summer residence for the high nobility and European aristocracy. The snow-white architecture against the backdrop of the Baltic Sea exudes an air of nobility that perfectly matches the standards of a manufacturer like Rolls-Royce. The launch of the Ghost II at this historic location is therefore much more than just a product presentation – it is a statement of timeless elegance and flawless style.
Moldova declares emergency ahead of expected Russia gas cuts
Moldova's parliament approved Friday a 60-day state of emergency as an expected cut of Russian gas to the power station that supplies a majority of its electricity could trigger blackouts.
German central bank cuts growth forecasts as headwinds intensify
Germany's central bank on Friday sharply downgraded its growth forecasts for next year and 2026, predicting a prolonged period of weakness for Europe's biggest economy as it battles multiple headwinds.