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Palestinians are the real victims, Thunberg tells Ed Sheeran

Swedish activist Greta Thunberg and other activists have called out British superstar Ed Sheeran after rapper Macklemore was dropped from his tour for making pro-Palestinian comments while performing.

The German state premier hoping to halt far-right surge

Germany's anti-immigration AfD party is eyeing another election triumph on Sunday in a northeastern coastal state where the popular premier is campaigning on a promise to hold back a rising far-right tide.

Hashim Thaci: From 'George Washington of Kosovo' to Hague convict

Kosovo's former president Hashim Thaci, sentenced to 25 years in prison Wednesday for war crimes, has long been seen within the Balkan country as a guerilla hero and symbol of its bloody independence struggle.

Lebanon wants Israel security deal as prelude to peace: president to AFP

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told AFP in an exclusive interview he wants a security agreement with Israel once it withdraws its troops as a possible prelude to peace, and is determined to disarm Hezbollah without a confrontation.

Saudi says Houthis target Mecca, warns of 'red line'

The Saudi-led coalition battling Yemen's Houthis accused them on Wednesday of targeting Islam's holy city Mecca, sparking outrage across the Muslim world.

EU chief pitches 'associate member' status for Canada

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen raised the prospect Wednesday of Canada becoming the 27-nation bloc's first "associate member', as she pitched closer cooperation on tech, defence and energy to Canadian leader Mark Carney.

Lebanon wants Israel security deal, Hezbollah disarmament without confrontation: president to AFP

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told AFP in an exclusive interview he wants to reach a security agreement with Israel once it withdraws from the south, and is determined to disarm Hezbollah without resorting to confrontation.

English village votes to 'secede' from UK over asylum centre plan

An English village of around 350 people announced Wednesday that a vast majority of residents had voted yes in an "independence referendum" staged to protest plans to house over 1,200 migrants in a nearby facility.

Stocks head higher as traders prepare for Fed decision

Equity markets climbed on Wednesday as investors geared up for an expected interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve later in the day, with sentiment boosted by a drop in oil prices following their recent run-up.

English village votes to 'secede' from UK over asylum centre

An English village of around 350 people announced Wednesday that a vast majority of residents had voted yes in an "independence referendum" to protest plans to house over 1,200 migrants in a nearby facility.

Macau holds first closed-door national security trial

Macau was to start its first national security trial behind closed doors on Wednesday, in a case against a former pro-democracy lawmaker charged with subversion.

Hong Kong unveils plan to align economy with China's goals

Hong Kong's government unveiled plans on Wednesday to significantly boost investment on innovation and technology as it aims to align the financial hub with mainland China's development goals.

Peace is a 'dangerous' word in Russian city heading to polls

"Terrified" by escalating Ukrainian drone attacks, locals in the Russian city of Tambov head to parliamentary elections this weekend under no illusions that the pro-peace candidate stands a chance of victory.

Saudi says Houthis target Mecca, warn of 'red line'

The Saudi-led coalition battling Yemen's Houthis accused the rebels on Wednesday of targeting Islam's holy city Mecca, sparking outrage across the Muslim world and deepening the conflict roiling the region.

Asian stocks stutter as traders prepare for Fed decision

Asian stocks struggled Wednesday as investors prepare for an expected interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve later in the day, though there was a little support from a dip in oil prices following their recent run-up.

Saudi, Egypt demand open Red Sea as Riyadh vows response to Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia and Egypt's leaders called on Tuesday for free navigation in the Red Sea, after Riyadh vowed a firm response to attacks by Yemen's Houthis, who now control the southern entrance to the key waterway.

AI giants pursue self-regulation as safety fears mount

The world's biggest AI companies are working on creating a standards body, ChatGPT-maker OpenAI said on Tuesday, as fears rise about the dangers of AI and pressure is on to create a safer version of the technology.

Maduro ally pleads guilty to US money laundering charges

Alex Saab, a former Venezuelan minister and close ally of ousted president Nicolas Maduro, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to money laundering under a deal with US prosecutors, court filings showed.

Finnish president Stubb speaks to AFP about Trump, Russia and saunas

Finnish President Alexander Stubb said Donald Trump "pretty much does what he wants" and recommended staying calm in a world on edge, preferably with a sauna, in a freewheeling interview to AFP on Tuesday.

US judge rules Trump's name must remain off Kennedy Center

A US federal judge ruled Tuesday that President Donald Trump's name cannot be added back onto the Kennedy Center's exterior, rebuking the storied cultural institution's new board for trying to circumvent an earlier order.

Carney sells Canada to global investors but says US ties still key

Prime Minister Mark Carney pitched Canada as an investment haven Tuesday at a gathering of global financial elite, but conceded ties with the United States remained crucial despite an escalating trade war.

Trump slams Supreme Court over 'horrible' mail-in ballot ruling

US President Donald Trump blasted the Supreme Court on Tuesday after it blocked his divisive plan to restrict mail-in ballots, launching a rare and blistering attack on the justices he hand-picked in his first term.

EU calls Russia 'reckless' after flares fired at Danish helicopter

The European Union accused Russia on Tuesday of the "reckless" firing of flares at a Danish frigate which, with the shooting down of a drone over Lithuania, heightened the continent's anxiety over the Ukraine-Russia war.

Saudi, Egypt demand open Red Sea, as Riyadh vows to hit back against Houthis

Saudi Arabia and Egypt's leaders called on Tuesday for free navigation in the Red Sea, after Riyadh vowed a firm response to attacks by Yemen's Houthis, who now control the southern entrance to the key waterway.

Trump slams 'horrible' Supreme Court mail-in ballot ruling

US President Donald Trump assailed the Supreme Court on Tuesday after it denied his request to lift an order halting his divisive plan to restrict mail-in voting -- accusing the court of allowing itself to be cowed by Democrats.

Canada remains 'most important partner' for US in 'key areas': Carney

Canada will remain a crucial partner for the United States in "key areas," Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday as he addressed a meeting of top global investors.

China warns against space 'battlefield' after US says weapons deployed

China Tuesday warned against turning outer space into a "battlefield" and Russia said it must be "free from any weapon" after the United States confirmed for the first time that it has arms deployed in orbit above the Earth.

Denmark says Russian frigate fired flares at helicopter

Denmark and Russia were at a war of words Tuesday after Danish authorities accused a Russian frigate of firing flares at a Danish military helicopter.

Markets on edge as US Fed meets to tackle high inflation

Oil prices jumped, US bond yields rallied and equities retreated Tuesday, as the Federal Reserve looked set to hike interest rates with high inflation and AI concerns dominating market sentiment.

Prominent Greek neo-Nazi exits prison, vows return to politics

The former spokesman of Greek neo-Nazi party Golden Dawn, Ilias Kasidiaris, was released from prison Tuesday and vowed a return to politics, having already drawn attention from Elon Musk.

Ukraine winemakers defy war to make a splash at home

As this year's harvest season entered full swing, a winery in western Ukraine had an additional task to oversee: installing solar panels to help it weather blackouts caused by Russian military strikes.

'Obsessed': explosive state crime inquiry grips South Africa

At 9:30 most mornings, Mulumbwa Luchen settles in front of the television to binge on an unlikely hit: South Africa's judicial inquiry into corruption and crime.

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