France is divided over who to blame for and what to learn from weekend riots
In France and beyond there is widespread disagreement over what led to some of the worst unrest seen in French cities in modern history.
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Musk confirms SpaceX and Tesla exploring merger
Elon Musk says SpaceX and Tesla are considering a merger that would form a $3.5 trillion mega company.
In Japan, Takaichi’s first-year leadership style threatens hold on power
With her government entering its second year on Wednesday, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi may face growing questions over whether her leadership style, oft-described as assertive, could fuel discontent within her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). Bolstered by high public approval ratings and an overwhelming majority in the House of Representatives, Takaichi has pushed through divisive legisl...
Mariah Carey wins dismissal of brother’s defamation lawsuit over her memoir
Morgan Carey sued his sister over claims in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, which he said falsely portrayed him as a violent drug dealerA judge has dismissed a lawsuit from Mariah Carey’s brother, five years after he accused her of defaming him in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey.In the memoir, Carey described Morgan as a “sometimes drug dealing, been-in-the-system, drunk...
Boeing's 737 Max 10 finally wins FAA approval after years of delays
Boeing's largest 737 Max jet has cleared a major regulatory hurdle, with US aviation authorities approving the Max 10 for passenger service on Tuesday after nearly a decade of delays. The certification marks a boost for the planemaker's recovery, with deliveries expected to begin in 2027.
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US jails Guatemalan man for 30 years over deadly smuggling operation
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Brazil’s family farming backbone embraces Chinese AI to reverse vital sector’s decline
The family farmers who produce the lion’s share of Brazil’s staple foods are opening their arms to cutting-edge Chinese artificial intelligence in a bid to modernise operations and secure their future. Brazil and China agreed to a five-year cooperation programme in September aimed at giving smallholders – the backbone of the Brazilian agricultural sector – an AI boost after a decade of declining e...
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Live: Leader of France's biggest trade union calls for strikes after talks with PM
The leader of France's hardline CGT union on Wednesday called for strikes after talks with Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu over fresh protests collapsed, as the country reeled from last weekend's riots. The government offered "no measure or an acknowledgement of our demands" Sophie Binet, secretary general of the CGT, told reporters after a meeting between Lecornu and union leaders. Follow our li...
Live: Those who want to cause chaos will not be allowed to, Macron says ahead of Saturday protests
French President Emmanuel Macron said during a visit to Qatar Wednesday that those seeking to "cause chaos" at the nationwide demonstrations planned for Saturday will be prevented from doing so. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu will meet with trade union organisations on Wednesday to discuss protest security and responses to the high school students who set off the initial wave of demonstrations. ...
Live: French PM Lecornu to meet with unions ahead of new protests
After implementing curfews in cities across France to prevent a continuation of the weekend's violence and looting, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu prepared to meet with trade union organisations on Wednesday to discuss protest security and responses to the high school students who began the now nationwide protests. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Uganda reacts angrily as Nigeria confirms its first Ebola case
Nigeria has recorded its first case of Ebola during the current outbreak, the country's health ministry has said - as the virus continues to spread internationally.
Nigeria confirms Ebola case as outbreak continues to spread
Nigeria has recorded its first case of Ebola during the current outbreak, the country's health ministry has said - as the virus continues to spread internationally.
Helen Haines live updates: police charge accused Brendan Nugent with additional offence; lawyer says he has rare neurological condition
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Musk chose to restrict Ukraine's access to SpaceX network, sources say
A decision by Elon Musk led to restrictions on Ukraine's use of SpaceX's satellite communications network, people familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Why foreign companies are still betting on Hong Kong’s culinary reputation
Despite a downturn in Hong Kong’s food and beverage sector, foreign enterprises are still betting on the city as a fine-dining destination, with a South Korean hydroponic ginseng grower and a 123-year-old Japanese confectioner choosing it for their first overseas ventures. Jack Kwon, founder and CEO of Seoul-based Biofx, signed a deal with Hong Kong hydroponics firm Farm66 last Thursday to grow Ko...
Why former FDLR fighters are returning to Rwanda
From the forest to Mutobo, former fighters face the challenge of rebuilding their lives after leaving the armed group.
One year on: Has Kenya’s opposition lost its way without Raila Odinga?
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Nigeria confirms Ebola case as outbreak spreads into western Africa
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King Charles welcomes Omani sultan, hails peace efforts in UK state visit
King Charles III pays tribute to Muscat's 'noble efforts' to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Southeast Asian families tying house move to top schools spur privilege worries
Singapore’s recent parliamentary debate over primary school admissions has put a familiar parental strategy in the city state under the spotlight – parents moving house to improve their children’s chances of getting into popular schools. Speaking with This Week in Asia, property agents say some families in Singapore have been approaching them with the intention of buying or renting particular resi...
Why Anthropic has a major China problem ahead of its blockbuster IPO
The growing popularity of Chinese artificial intelligence models has emerged as a key risk factor for Anthropic ahead of its blockbuster initial public offering, according to US research firm Hedgeye Risk Management. “It’s all about Chinese competition when analysing Anthropic,” said Felix Wang, managing director and global tech sector head at Hedgeye. “Many of my clients are asking the same quest...
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Prince Harry says he hopes to reconcile with royal family
Prince Harry and his family returned to live in the U.K. six years after a very public split from the royals, including his father, King Charles. Harry is now hoping for a very public reconciliation to match. Leigh Kiniry reports.
Trump administration says it has revoked over 300,000 visas
President Donald Trump’s administration has revoked over 300,000 US visas during his second term, the State Department said on Tuesday as the federal government continues its sweeping immigration crackdown. The number showed an acceleration in the pace of visa revocations in recent weeks. In an update issued on August 10, the State Department had put the number of visa revocations since Trump’...
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Months of fires in Indonesia have cloaked Southeast Asia in haze and made hundreds of thousands of people sick.
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Italy agrees to send Texas man accused of killing pregnant wife back to U.S.
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Is Ebola under control in Kenya after nine cases confirmed?
The US has advised its citizens to reconsider travelling to Kenya but the government tries to reassure people.