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Russian stock indices up as trading on Moscow Exchange opens
The yuan-to-ruble exchange rate rose by 5.2 kopecks from the previous session's close, reaching 12.138 rubles
Laos Expected to Scuttle ASEAN’s South China Sea Code of Conduct
Sources say Vientiane is poised to replace Phnom Penh as China’s spoiler in ASEAN.
Harry Kane becomes first Englishman in 25 years to win Ballon d'Or
Kane was followed in the voting by Kylian Mbappé. Spain star Alexia Putellas won her third women's Ballon d'Or. Outside, fans packed the streets and climbed light poles near the L…
'I would do it again' - Kaepernick reflects on price of protest, 10 years on
In his first interview with BBC Sport since taking the knee for the first time, Colin Kaepernick reflects on his journey.
Australian sunscreen brands face stricter rules after safety scandal
The reforms come after a report found some popular sunscreens were far less effective than advertised.
‘It’s the smell of freedom’: Belgrade cleans up after Student List triumph
Binbag-wielding volunteers clear encampment used by thugs to intimidate opponents of deposed governmentStudent List cleaned up at Serbia’s parliamentary elections. So it was only …
Europe has huge immigration problem — Trump on protests
The US president previously expressed the view that European countries needed to change, primarily by tightening immigration controls
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show in Southern California
The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Californ…
Brewers rout the Rays 10-1 to move within a win of their first World Series title
The Milwaukee Brewers are one victory from their first World Series title after routing the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 on Monday night thanks to a trio of young players who have shined i…
Israel heads to polls for pivotal election defined by security and democracy
Many fear neither of the leading political blocs will win enough seats for a majority - meaning weeks or months of political wrangling may lie ahead.
Local ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump starts in southern Ukraine
A localized ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia took effect early Tuesday ahead of a humanitarian mission brokered by U.S. first lady Melania Trump, as missile attacks resumed in…
Trump campaigns in Mississippi, highlighting Republicans' challenges
President Trump campaigned Monday in Mississippi, as he continued a closing midterm rally blitz that has highlighted Republicans' challenges ahead of an election that could drasti…
China Pulls Out of Logistics Hub Project at Colombo Port
Given international developments, geopolitical rivalries, and the expertise needed to develop a logistics center, finding a replacement investor will be difficult.
Israel election live: polls open in most consequential vote in country’s history
Most polling shows prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition will lose its majority, with Gadi Eisenkot the leading opposition contender What you need to know about Israel’s e…
Iran, Russia could build fair energy architecture together — Tehran’s envoy
According to Kazem Jalali, the global gas market’s future "must be shaped by pluralism, diversified supply sources and respect for suppliers’ sovereignty"
A leaderless revolution has swept Serbia. The world should be watching | Aleksandar Matkovic
I saw a remarkable experiment take shape in Belgrade. Its lessons should be studied by other European countries struggling with unrestMore than a decade ago, the WikiLeaks founder…
A quick guide to Israel's high-stakes elections
Israel is holding its first elections since the Hamas-led attacks of 2023 triggered a chain of conflicts across the region — a quick guide the key players, issues and when to expe…
No plans to lift Russian gas ban even if Ukraine peace deal reached — EU official
European Commissioner for Energy Dan Jorgensen commented on a remark by the Hungarian prime minister that EU countries could resume Russian gas purchases after the Ukraine conflic…
As polls show deadlock, betting markets strongly favor Eisenkot to replace Netanyahu
While platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi are meant 'to aggregate the wisdom of the crowd,' professor warns that a few 'relatively large players' are 'putting up very large sums'
Russian envoy highlights equality among members of post-Soviet security bloc
Boris Gryzlov added that Russia is interested in strengthening peace and stability in Eurasia and will therefore continue to consistently promote the interests of collective secur…
Chinese markets lose trillions as race for AI supremacy with US takes its toll
Lack of profits and the threat posed by western countries are raising concern about the sustainability of Beijing’s AI boomTrillions of dollars have been wiped from China’s stock …
Kiev mayor reports damage to South Bridge across Dnieper River
According to Vitaly Klitschko, subway infrastructure was also damaged as one of the subway lines runs across the bridge
Drone attack on passenger bus in Zaporozhye Region kills one person — governor
Yevgeny Balitsky reported that there were 31 people on board, all those injured were taken to the hospital
Indonesia Announces New Measures to Improve Stock Market Transparency
The global index provider MSCI has threatened to downgrade the country to "standalone market" status, potentially triggering billions of dollars in capital outflows.