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Sweden's Andersson: a trusted, no-nonsense political operator

Magdalena Andersson, who was Sweden's first woman prime minister in 2021-2022, is a no-nonsense operator looking to return the left to power after her election win on Thursday.

Macron hosts Lebanon security talks as UN mission nears end

The leaders of France, Lebanon and Jordan on Thursday met in Paris to discuss international support for the cash-strapped Lebanese army and the creation of a new force to succeed a longstanding UN peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon.

From land to race laws: what's driving the US-South Africa rift?

The Trump administration this week announced visa restrictions on South African officials over alleged discrimination against the country's white minority, warning that the move was the opening salvo in a series of potentially "severe" punitive measures.

Sweden's left-wing wins election thriller

Sweden's left-wing opposition won a narrow majority in the country's general election after the vote count ended Thursday, but faces laborious negotiations to form a government.

Real Madrid fan group wants Mbappe apology over Ceuta shirt snub

A Real Madrid supporters' group has demanded a public apology from Kylian Mbappe and two team-mates after they declined to fully wear a t-shirt in support of the people of Ceuta.

Stocks mostly rise after US Fed rate hike, oil eases

Stock markets mostly rose on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve delivered a widely expected interest rate hike, while falling oil prices and easing bond yields also helped calm inflation fears.

Palestinians turn rugged caves into homes after Israeli demolitions

Palestinian herder Mohammed Emar has set up a fully functional home for his family where his daughters can even sing karaoke. Only it is inside a cave after the Israeli army demolished his two houses.

'One of the kindest people': Taraneh, 21, facing execution in Iran

On the nights of January 8 and 9, twin sisters Taraneh and Romina Rahimi joined thousands of others in protests against the Iranian authorities in the central city of Isfahan.

Lebanon security talks in Paris focus on replacing UN mission

The leaders of France, Lebanon and Jordan on Thursday met in Paris to discuss international support for the cash-strapped Lebanese army and the creation of a new force to succeed a longstanding UN peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon.

Canada alliance plan 'not against anyone', EU says after Trump threat

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen's proposal to make Canada an "associate member" of the bloc is not aimed against the United States, the European Commission said Thursday after President Donald Trump threatened trade ties over the plan.

Most stocks rise as Fed hikes and oil prices drop

Most equities rose on Thursday after the Federal Reserve hiked interest rates for the first time in three years and boss Kevin Warsh sounded a hawkish note that ramped up bets on another increase as officials fight surging inflation.

'Vande Mataram': Why is India's freedom song in spotlight?

A song once used to rally Indians against British rule is fuelling fresh debate overpatriotism, moving from political rallies to the beloved sport of cricket.

Ukrainian fashion designer debuts art between air raids

In Kyiv's largest art museum, Arina Petrova and her father Serhii busily applied the final touches to their mannequins, anxious that a Russian drone attack could delay her long-awaited debut.

Leader's sister says only 'idiots' think N. Korea to give up nukes

The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said Thursday that the country's nuclear-armed status was "absolute", calling those hoping for its denuclearisation "idiots".

Australia to cut migration to fix housing crisis: minister

Australia will reduce migration by curbing "visa hopping", tightening rules on students and working holiday makers as well as cracking down on overstayers, its interior minister said Thursday, as the far-right surges in the polls.

US again denies Palestinian leader Abbas visa to attend UN assembly

The United States has denied Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas an entry visa to attend the UN General Assembly in New York next week, a source familiar with the case said Wednesday.

Lula says he will go to UN to tell Trump to 'stay out' of Brazil's elections

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Wednesday he will tell US President Donald Trump "not to meddle in Brazil's elections" next week during the United Nations General Assembly.

Trump to host Xi amid pomp, low expectations

The US military honor guard has been rehearsing and the new White House helipad is ready. But will Xi Jinping and Donald Trump achieve lift-off at their summit next week?

Harry set for UK public outings with security, royal status hazy

Prince Harry and wife Meghan have kept a low profile since returning to Britain three weeks ago but, as his first public engagements loom, tensions over their security and monarchy relationship have surfaced.

Trump threatens EU over 'hostile' Canada association plan

US President Donald Trump threatened on Wednesday to cut trade with the European Union after the bloc proposed to make Canada its first ever associate member.

US House backs data center power cost bill amid midterm backlash

The US House of Representatives approved legislation Wednesday aimed at making data centers shoulder more of their own electricity costs, as the power-hungry engines of America's AI boom become a major issue in November's midterm elections.

Houthis report Saudi strikes as Riyadh accuses them of targeting Mecca

Yemen's Houthis reported fresh Saudi airstrikes on Wednesday, as Riyadh accused the group of launching a "cowardly" attack targeting Islam's holy city of Mecca.

Gaza apartment block collapse kills 21, including 12 children

Gaza authorities said Wednesday that 12 children were among the 21 people killed when an apartment building collapsed due to damage sustained in earlier Israeli strikes.

Gaza apartment block collapse leaves 21 dead

Gaza authorities said Wednesday that 21 people including five children had died after an apartment building collapsed from damage sustained in earlier Israeli strikes.

Liga boss criticises Real Madrid trio for Ceuta shirt incident

La Liga president Javier Tebas criticised three Real Madrid stars, including Kylian Mbappe, on Wednesday for not properly wearing a t-shirt supporting the people of Ceuta, a Spanish territory in north Africa affected by a migration crisis.

US House targets data centers as midterm backlash grows

The US House of Representatives is set to vote Wednesday on whether data centers should shoulder more of their own electricity costs, as the power-hungry engines of America's AI boom become a major issue in November's midterm elections.

French ex-minister Dati goes on trial in Renault-Nissan corruption case

France's ex-culture minister Rachida Dati appeared in court Wednesday on corruption charges linked to dealings with the Renault-Nissan group, just months after her bruising defeat in the Paris mayoral race.

Saudi Arabia accuses Houthis of targeting Mecca, warns of 'red line'

Saudi Arabia accused Yemen's Houthis on Wednesday of launching a "cowardly" attack targeting Islam's holy city of Mecca, sparking outrage across the Muslim world.

Ex-president's lengthy war crimes sentence shocks Kosovo

Kosovo's former president Hashim Thaci was sentenced to 25 years in prison by a tribunal in The Hague on Wednesday for war crimes, in a verdict that sparked shock and anger among many Kosovars.

TotalEnergies pumps up controversy in France with cut-price gas

French motorists are clogging TotalEnergies service stations to fill up with discount gasoline but its rivals are crying foul, accusing the energy giant of distorting competition with the encouragement of the government.

Sweden expels Iran embassy employee over anti-Jewish threats

Sweden said Wednesday it had expelled an Iranian embassy employee and summoned the country's ambassador, accusing Tehran of making threats against Jewish and Israeli interests in Sweden.

Courts jails LGBTQ activists as Turkey crackdown widens

Turkish courts have jailed more LGBTQ activists and supporters, raising to 62 the number remanded in custody following a weekend crackdown, a legal rights group said on Wednesday.

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