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ECB's digital euro sparks flurry of online misinformation
European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde's recent remarks on a "digital euro" prompted a fresh wave of misinformation online, highlighting an uphill battle ahead to convince the public of the project's merits.
ECB pushes back against calls for looser bank rules
The European Central Bank has pushed back against calls to loosen rules for eurozone banks despite fears they could fall behind US rivals if President Donald Trump implements major deregulation.
Kluivert says best to come as Indonesia fire life into World Cup hopes
Patrick Kluivert said it was "just the beginning" after his Indonesia side beat Bahrain 1-0 in front of nearly 70,000 in Jakarta to breathe new life into their World Cup qualifying hopes.
Asian stocks rise on trade optimism, but US policy uncertainty lingers
Lingering hopes that Donald Trump's planned tariff blitz next week will not be as painful as feared helped lift Asian markets Wednesday, though uncertainty about the president's policies and the US economy tempered optimism.
Sabalenka and Paolini into Miami semi-finals
World number one Aryna Sabalenka battled back in the second set to blast her way into the semi-finals of the Miami Open with a 6-2, 7-5 win over China's Zheng Qinwen on Tuesday.
Filipinos see pathway from poverty with virtual assistant jobs
Nathalie Mago's work day begins after she's tucked her three daughters into bed and flicked off the lights in their house north of the Philippine capital Manila.
Argentina rout Brazil to cap World Cup qualification party
Argentina celebrated their 2026 World Cup qualification with a dazzling 4-1 thrashing of arch-rivals Brazil in Buenos Aires on Tuesday.
Bangladesh monastery a beacon of harmony after unrest
A Buddhist monastery in Bangladesh has found renown for opening its doors to the needy during Ramadan -- a beacon of interfaith harmony in a time of religious tension.
Son blames bad pitches as South Korea slip up in World Cup qualifying
Son Heung-min blamed South Korea's shoddy pitches for their 2026 World Cup qualifying struggles after a 1-1 draw with Jordan left them sweating on an automatic place at the tournament.
Rising seas test defenses of South American ports
When waves come crashing over the sea wall in Chile's biggest port of San Antonio, dockers run for cover.
Israel releases Palestinian Oscar winner after West Bank detention
Israeli police released Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker Hamdan Ballal on Tuesday, after detaining him a day earlier for "hurling rocks" following what activists described as an attack by settlers in the occupied West Bank.
Djokovic marches into Miami quarters as Ruud exits
Novak Djokovic cruised into the quarter-finals of the Miami Open on Tuesday with a 6-2, 6-2 win over Italian Lorenzo Musetti in one hour 22 minutes.
Hundreds arrested as Turkey protesters defy crackdown
Almost 1,500 people have been detained -- including an AFP photographer -- as tens of thousands continued protests in the Turkish capital Tuesday after the arrest of the main political rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
South Korea says 18 dead in raging wildfires
At least 18 people have been killed in one of South Korea's worst wildfire outbreaks, with multiple blazes burning and causing "unprecedented damage", the acting president said Wednesday.
Vacation buzzkill: Canadians cancel summer trips to Trump's America
Rosalie Cote and her parents vacationed in the US state of Maine every summer for 25 years -- but this year they are staying home, incensed like many Canadians by Donald Trump's threats of annexation and tariffs.
Trump team splits on message as Iran considers talks
In a matter of days, US President Donald Trump has extended a hand to Iran and bombed Tehran's allies in Yemen. His administration has both demanded that Iran dismantle its nuclear program and offered more flexibility.
Paolini powers into Miami semi-finals
Italy's Jasmine Paolini moved into the semi-finals of the Miami Open on Tuesday with a 6-3, 6-2 win over Poland's Madga Linette.
Cerundolo knocks out Ruud in Miami, Djokovic eases into quarters
Argentine Francisco Cerundolo upset fifth-seed Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-2 on Tuesday to reach the quarter-finals of the Miami Open.
Three survive mid-air crash of French air force acrobatics team
Three people were "found conscious" after two jets from the French air force's acrobatics team apparently collided near an air base in northeastern France on Tuesday, authorities said.
Dodgers chasing repeat as baseball readies for Opening Day
The star-studded Los Angeles Dodgers will ramp up their bid for a rare World Series repeat on Thursday as Major League Baseball's season gets underway in earnest with the league's traditional opening day festivities.
Kane eyes Shilton record as caps pile up in England's 'new era'
England captain Harry Kane believes he can become his country's longest-serving international and cap his career with World Cup glory in 2026.
Giants to sign free agent quarterback Russell Wilson: report
The New York Giants and NFL free agent quarterback Russell Wilson have agreed terms on a one-year deal worth up to $21 million, including $10.5 million guaranteed, ESPN reported on Tuesday.
NBA to mull European league proposal: report
The NBA is to review a proposal to create a new European basketball league which could feature up to 10 teams, a report said Tuesday.
Cerundolo knocks out Ruud in Miami
Argentine Francisco Cerundolo upset fifth-seed Casper Ruud 6-4 6-2 on Tuesday to reach the quarter-finals of the Miami Open.
Brooks saves Wales in World Cup draw with North Macedonia
Wales handed North Macedonia an added-time present but then clawed back a scrappy equaliser as time expired to draw 1-1 in World Cup qualifying on Tuesday.
Tsunoda to replace Lawson at Red Bull after just two races - reports
Yuki Tsunoda will partner world champion Max Verstappen at the Japanese Grand Prix following Red Bull's decision to sack struggling Liam Lawson after just two races, reports claimed Tuesday.
Bodyguard arrested for 'contradictions' in testimony at Maradona trial
A former bodyguard of Diego Maradona was arrested Tuesday for allegedly giving false testimony in the trial of seven health professionals accused of criminal negligence in the late football legend's medical care.
US judge sets June 23 trial date over Boeing crashes
A US federal judge on Tuesday set a trial date of June 23 in the Justice Department's criminal case against aircraft manufacturing giant Boeing over two deadly 737 MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019.
S. Africa take big World Cup lead, but may lose points over Mokoena
South Africa beat Benin 2-0 on Tuesday to lead an African 2026 World Cup qualifying group by five points, but the advantage could be reduced for fielding an ineligible player last week.
Zimbabwe moves army chief to sports docket
Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Tuesday reassigned the head of the country's army to the sports ministry, the presidency said, without elaborating on the reasons for the move.
Stocks edge out gains as fears ease over next Trump tariffs
Global equities eked out some gains Tuesday with Wall Street largely advancing while European stocks made modest progress as concerns eased over upcoming tariffs from US President Donald Trump.
'In my heart' - Malinin defends figure skating world title in wake of tragedy
American Ilia Malinin is embracing the pressure of defending his figure skating world title in Boston, where skaters are still grappling with the emotion of a deadly January plane crash.