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Abdul El-Sayed declares victory in Michigan Senate contest

Detroit: Democrat Abdul El-Sayed said early Wednesday that he had won a US Senate seat in Michigan over former Republican lawmaker Mike Rogers, which would make him the first Muslim elected to the upper chamber of Congress. "Michigan, we did it!

Democrats capture US Congress in sweeping midterm victory

WASHINGTON: Democrats seized control of the US Congress on Tuesday, capturing both the Senate and the House of Representatives in a nationwide rejection of President Donald Trump that is set to slow the final two years of his presidency. The win gives the opposition the power to block legislation, launch broad investigations into Trump’s administration and hold up his judicial and senior appointments.

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Italian island struggles as migrant surge doubles population

The tiny Italian island of Lampedusa struggled Thursday to cope with a surge in migrant boats from North Africa after numbers peaked at 7,000 people -- equivalent to the entire local population.

Behind bars in Iran, leading activist insists change 'irreversible'

She has not seen her children for eight years, has spent most of her recent life in prison and acknowledges there is no immediate prospect of release.

Suu Kyi party says Myanmar junta depriving her of medical care

Myanmar's junta is endangering the life of jailed democracy figurehead Aung San Suu Kyi, her political party said on Thursday, accusing the military of depriving her of medical care and food.

Maduro says to send first Venezuelan to the Moon 'soon'

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has said his country could soon send its first astronauts to the Moon in a Chinese spacecraft following a scientific cooperation agreement reached with President Xi Jinping.

Biden says 'not focused' on Republicans' impeachment probe

US President Joe Biden said Wednesday he was "not focused" on an impeachment inquiry announced a day earlier by Republican lawmakers, as his White House blasted "baseless" allegations of wrongdoing.

Putin accepts Kim's invitation to visit North Korea

Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation to visit North Korea, Pyongyang's state media said Thursday, as Kim Jong Un wrapped up a rare trip to meet with his ally.

'Embrace the hate': Ukraine military's trans spokesperson

When Sarah Ashton-Cirillo, a trans woman from Nevada, came to Ukraine in March 2022 she planned to report on refugees.

Iran on alert ahead of Mahsa Amini's death anniversary

Iran's government has warned it will not tolerate any signs of "instability" as the first anniversary nears of the death of Mahsa Amini and the months-long protests it sparked.

Biden did nothing wrong, W.House says on impeachment probe

The White House on Wednesday rejected "baseless" allegations of wrongdoing against US President Joe Biden after Republican lawmakers launched an impeachment inquiry against him.

Russia's Putin accepts Kim's invitation to visit N. Korea

Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation to visit North Korea, Pyongyang state media said Thursday, as he and Kim Jong Un toasted "cooperation and friendship between our countries" during a meeting in Russia.

Chip designer Arm targets $52 bn valuation in year's largest IPO

British chip designer Arm is targeting a valuation of more than $52 billion for its initial public offering (IPO) on the Nasdaq exchange on Thursday, according to a company press release.

Brazil opens trials over pro-Bolsonaro riots

Brazil's Supreme Court opened the first trials Wednesday over the January 8 riots by supporters of far-right ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, putting four accused in the dock in one of the buildings invaded that day.

Wall Street mixed after inflation data as European bourses dip ahead of ECB

Wall Street stock indices moved in opposite directions Wednesday after a mixed inflation report as European bourses dipped ahead of a European Central Bank decision.

US boosts Bahrain ties with new security agreement

The United States on Wednesday signed an agreement with Bahrain to enhance defense and economic ties, a show of support for the Gulf monarchy that a decade ago faced an arms embargo.

Alleged bodies of 'non-human beings' shown in Mexican Congress

The alleged bodies of two "non-human" beings were presented during a congressional hearing in Mexico, generating a mixture of surprise, disbelief and ridicule on social media on Wednesday.

Kim Jong Un says Russia will win 'great victory'

Kim Jong Un told President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday he was sure Russia would win a "great victory" over its enemies, as Ukraine's Western allies warned of a possible Russian arms agreement with North Korea.

At least 40 killed in Darfur as UN's Sudan chief quits

An air raid on Sudan's war-ravaged Darfur region killed at least 40 civilians Wednesday, according to a medical source, as the head of the UN mission to the country resigned.

Brazil opens first trials over January 8 riots

Brazil's high court opened the first trials Wednesday over the January 8 riots in Brasilia by supporters of far-right ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, who were demanding the ouster of his successor, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Austrian ex-minister settles in Russia, with ponies in tow

Former Austrian minister Karin Kneissl, known for dancing with Russian President Vladimir Putin, has moved to Russia - along with her ponies flown in on board a Russian military plane.

US stocks climb despite oil fueling US inflation rise

US stocks pushed higher Wednesday despite data showing rising oil prices pushed US inflation to its largest monthly gain in over a year in August as investors see the Federal Reserve likely to hold interest rates steady.

Gabon's squandered oil wealth under 55 years of Bongo rule

The toppling of Ali Bongo Ondimba brought the curtain down on 55 years of rule by a family accused of extracting fabulous wealth from Gabon's major oil reserves.

EU confronts Chinese subsides with electric car probe

Brussels will investigate Chinese state subsidies for electric cars, the EU chief said Wednesday, vowing to defend Europe's industry from unfair competition.

Kim Jong Un says Russia will win 'great victory' over enemies

Stocks retreat as rising oil prices fuel inflation fears

Stock markets mostly fell Wednesday before crunch US inflation data, with investors concerned that a spike in oil will drive consumer prices higher and force the Federal Reserve to lift interest rates again.

Turkey drops bid to close leading anti-femicide group

A Turkish court on Wednesday rejected a prosecutor's attempts to shut down a leading anti-femicide campaign group on charges of violating administrative laws and "morality".

N.Korea's Kim tells Putin deepening ties is 'number one priority'

North Korea's leader vowed closer ties with Moscow on Wednesday, saying his isolated country would "always be with Russia" as President Vladimir Putin hosted Kim Jong Un at a Far East spaceport.

Markets mostly down as crude spike stokes inflation concerns

Equities mostly fell Wednesday ahead of a crunch US inflation report, with investors increasingly nervous that a recent spike in oil will put fresh upward pressure on consumer prices and force the Federal Reserve to lift interest rates again.

Taiwan says Chinese warplanes join carrier in Pacific drills

Taiwan said 35 Chinese warplanes were detected around the island on Wednesday, with some then flying to join the Shandong aircraft carrier for naval drills in the Western Pacific.

'Made in Russia' fashion struggles to fill gap

Despite staff shortages, a lack of equipment and dwindling fabric supplies, Russia's fashion industry is rushing to fill the gap left by the departure of major Western labels.

Putin, Kim hold summit at Russian space centre

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for talks on Wednesday that could see them forge an arms deal that would defy global sanctions.

Putin meets with N. Korea's Kim at Russian space centre

President Vladimir Putin shook hands with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at a Russian space centre Wednesday, images released by the Kremlin showed, kicking off a meeting that could see the leaders forge an arms deal that would defy global sanctions.

North Korea's Kim, Putin arrive at Russian space center for talks

President Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un arrived at the Vostochny Cosmodrome Wednesday, Russian agencies said, set for rare talks that could lead to a weapons deal the United States has warned would violate international sanctions.

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