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Biden attacks Trump in fiery State of Union speech
President Joe Biden launched a scorching attack on his "dangerous" November presidential election rival Donald Trump in Thursday's State of the Union address, warning that US democracy is under "assault."
Biden pushes higher corporate tax, touts strong economy in key speech
US President Joe Biden called for higher taxes on corporations Thursday in his State of the Union address, pushing for lower medicine costs and improved housing affordability, seeking to allay concerns over the economy.
Asian markets join rally after Wall St, European records
Asian markets on Friday tracked a record-breaking day in New York and Europe as traders grew increasingly optimistic for a series of US interest rate cuts this year, with attention now on crucial jobs data due later in the day.
Hazlewood's five-wicket haul restricts New Zealand to 162 all out at tea
Seamer Josh Hazlewood led a blistering Australian pace attack that saw New Zealand crash to 162 all out at tea on day one of the second Test in Christchurch on Friday.
China vows to 'safeguard' national security with new laws at conclave
China will adopt wide-ranging security laws in 2024 to "resolutely safeguard" its sovereignty, a top lawmaker vowed at a key legislative meeting Friday, as President Xi Jinping's government seeks to eliminate perceived threats to its rule.
'It hurts': Gaza war robs Muslim world of Ramadan joy
For Muslims worldwide, Ramadan is a time of prayer, reflection and joyful evening meals, but all Gazans wish for this year is an end to five months of war and suffering.
More than 230 mn female genital mutilation survivors worldwide: UNICEF
The number of female genital mutilation survivors tops 230 million worldwide, UNICEF said in a new report Thursday, an increase of 15 percent since 2016 despite progress against the practice in some countries.
Pakistan's women 'Rowdy Riders' take on traffic and tradition
Revving round a dusty oval in the heart of Pakistan's largest city, women on motorbikes practise looping a row of safety cones, their helmets securing colourful headscarves in place.
Biden attacks Trump, warns US democracy at risk in State of Union speech
President Joe Biden opened his State of the Union speech Thursday with a fiery attack on his "dangerous" November presidential election rival Donald Trump, warning that US democracy is under "assault."
Australia's Great Barrier Reef in grip of 'mass bleaching event'
A "mass bleaching event" is unfolding on Australia's famed Great Barrier Reef, authorities said Friday, as warming seas threaten the spectacular home to thousands of marine species.
Osaka off the mark at Indian Wells
Naomi Osaka powered through on a third match point to advance to the second round of the ATP-WTA Indian Wells Masters on Thursday with a 6-3, 6-1 win over Italian qualifier Sara Errani.
'Outside chance' of title as Scotland travel to Italy in Six Nations
Scotland have an outside chance of claiming their first Six Nations title in a quarter of a century as they face improved Italy in Rome on Saturday.
Liverpool, Man City face defining moment in title race
Liverpool host Manchester City in a defining moment in the Premier League title race as Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola conclude their top-flight rivalry on Sunday.
Ireland votes to update constitution on women, family
Ireland begins voting in a double referendum Friday on proposals to modernise constitutional references to the make-up of a family and women's role in the home.
Dressel launches 2024 campaign with 100m fly Pro Swim win
Seven-time Olympic gold medallist Caeleb Dressel launched his 2024 campaign aimed at the Paris Olympics with a 100m butterfly victory at the Pro Swim Series in Westmont, Illinois, on Thursday.
Biden to slam Trump 'revenge and retribution' in high-stakes speech
US President Joe Biden will use his State of the Union address Thursday to attack election rival Donald Trump for plotting "revenge and retribution" while offering skeptical voters his own vision of an American comeback.
'Rainbow Catholics': Mexican church welcomes LGBTQ community
As a teenager, Victor Rodriguez felt excluded from his religion for being gay, but now he's welcome at inclusive masses in a Mexico City church, where same-sex couples have also begun receiving blessings with the pope's endorsement.
"Don't starve Gaza!": Israeli activists attempt aid delivery
Bearing food aid and wearing "Don't Starve Gaza!" t-shirts, dozens of Israeli activists drove towards the border of the besieged territory on Thursday in a show of support for Palestinians.
Will 'Oppenheimer' outshine them all? It's Oscars time
The chain reaction set off by the fusion of "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" will come to a head this Sunday at the Oscars, where one is expected to own the red carpet, and the other to dominate the awards.
'Mass bleaching event' under way on Australia's Great Barrier Reef
A "mass bleaching event" is unfolding on Australia's famed Great Barrier Reef, authorities said Friday, as warming seas threaten the spectacular home to thousands of marine species.
Brazil seeks to curb AI deepfakes as key elections loom
AI-generated videos and photos used for political disinformation are the scourge of a busy global election year, and Brazil is scrambling to regulate the technology ahead of municipal polls.
'Irreplaceable' Colombian bird collection at risk
Under a cracked and leaky ceiling, Andres Cuervo works on a colorful, dead hummingbird for the ornithological collection of the National University of Colombia, the country with more bird species than any other.
Rupert Murdoch is engaged once again -- at 92
Media magnate Rupert Murdoch is not giving up on love -- even at age 92.
Australian bowlers strike before lunch in 2nd NZ Test
Australia's bowlers snapped a dogged start by New Zealand to take three wickets as the Black Caps reached 71-3 at lunch on the opening day of the second Test on Friday.
Djokovic excited by return to Indian Wells
World number one Novak Djokovic said his excitement level is high as he returns to the ATP Indian Wells Masters for the first time in five years.
Biden warns against Trump 'retribution' in high-stakes speech
US President Joe Biden will use his State of the Union address Thursday to attack election rival Donald Trump for plotting "revenge and retribution" while offering skeptical voters his own optimistic version of an American comeback.
Piercy and Highsmith share lead at delayed Puerto Rico Open
Scott Piercy and Joe Highsmith shared the clubhouse lead at the PGA Tour's Puerto Rico Open before the first round action was delayed by rain.
Haiti's main port closes as US presses for 'urgent' transition
Haiti's main port was forced to close Thursday as chaotic gang violence engulfed the Caribbean nation and the United States told the absent Haitian prime minister to enact "urgent" political reform.
Back-nine birdie binge lifts Lowry to Bay Hill lead
Shane Lowry picked up five shots in four holes on the back nine on Thursday on the way to a six-under-par 66 and a one-stroke first-round lead in the US PGA Tour Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Panama halts migrant aid in Darien jungle: MSF
Doctors Without Borders said Thursday the Panamanian government has halted its humanitarian activities in the notorious Darien Gap after it criticized a sharp rise in sexual violence against migrants who pass through there.
US point guard James sets new EuroLeague points record
American point guard Mike James grabbed a slice of basketball history on Thursday when he became the leading scorer in the EuroLeague.
US soldier arrested for selling defense secrets to China
A US Army intelligence analyst was arrested on Thursday for allegedly providing national defense information to China.