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New Zealand All Blacks to play Fiji in San Diego
The All Blacks will play a Test against Pacific neighbours Fiji in San Diego this July, the New Zealand Rugby 14-match schedule for 2024 revealed Thursday.
LIV Golf begins 2024 season with future at stake in merger talks
Reigning Masters champion Jon Rahm will be the newest star when LIV Golf's third season tees off Friday but questions abound regarding the future of the Saudi-backed series.
All Blacks to play Fiji in San Diego
The All Blacks will play a Test against Pacific neighbours Fiji in San Diego this July as New Zealand Rugby on Thursday announced their team's 14-match schedule for 2024.
US Fed holds key rate steady as Powell says March cut unlikely
The US Federal Reserve voted Wednesday to leave interest rates unchanged for the fourth straight meeting, while indicating it was moving toward future cuts -- but probably not before May at the earliest.
Liverpool thrash sorry Chelsea to stretch Premier League lead
Liverpool remain on course to send Jurgen Klopp off as a Premier League winner after Chelsea were thrashed 4-1 at Anfield on Wednesday.
Mexico president rejects drug cartel funding claims
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Wednesday vehemently rejected claims that drug traffickers helped to fund his first presidential campaign in 2006, describing the allegations as "completely false."
Liverpool sink Chelsea to bolster title charge, Haaland returns in Man City cruise
Premier League leaders Liverpool stepped up their title bid with a 4-1 rout of Chelsea, while Erling Haaland made his Manchester City comeback as the champions beat Burnley 3-1 on Wednesday.
Biden taps insider Podesta as US climate envoy
President Joe Biden on Wednesday named John Podesta as US climate envoy, picking another veteran Washington insider to succeed John Kerry on a key issue for the administration.
Roque fires Barca to narrow win, Atletico edge Rayo
Barcelona ground out a 1-0 win over Osasuna in La Liga on Wednesday as Xavi Hernandez started his long farewell as coach of the champions.
Former England star Cipriani confirms retirement
Former England star Danny Cipriani confirmed his retirement from rugby union on Wednesday in a "sobering but also freeing moment".
Haaland returns in Man City cruise, Tottenham into top four
Erling Haaland made his Manchester City comeback as the English champions beat Burnley 3-1 on Wednesday, while Tottenham climbed into the Premier League top four with a 3-2 win over Brentford.
Birthday boy Alvarez stars as Man City beat Burnley
Julian Alvarez celebrated his 24th birthday in style as the Manchester City striker scored twice to inspire a 3-1 win against Burnley on Wednesday.
Cuba delays 500% fuel price hike over 'cybersecurity' incident
Cuba's government on Wednesday delayed a planned 500 percent surge in the fuel price after a "cybersecurity incident," an economy ministry official said.
US Fed holds key rate steady, says March cut unlikely
The US Federal Reserve voted Wednesday to leave interest rates unchanged for the fourth straight meeting and said it was moving toward cuts -- but not just yet.
Armenia formally joins International Criminal Court, irks Russia
Armenia on Thursday formally joined the International Criminal Court (ICC), officials said, in a move that traditional ally Moscow has denounced as "unfriendly".
Efforts to pause Israel-Hamas war gain pace amid fierce fighting
International efforts towards a new pause in the devastating Gaza war gathered pace Wednesday, as Israel bombarded the Palestinian territory during fierce fighting with Hamas militants.
US deplores holdups on aid into Sudan
The United States on Wednesday implored Sudan's authorities to let aid into the country, denouncing holdups as the war between rival generals leaves millions in need of help.
Protests that hit tourism lifted at Peru's Machu Picchu
Protests that interrupted tourism at Peru's famed Incan citadel Machu Picchu for six days have been called off after an agreement between the government and residents, both sides said Wednesday.
Iran 'more united' after reaching Asian Cup last eight on penalties
Iran say they will be "more united" in the Asian Cup quarter-finals after surviving extra time with 10 men before defeating Syria on penalties on Wednesday.
Facing a 'massacre' in Gaza, MSF laments limited ability to help
Just arrived back from war-torn Gaza, the head of Doctors Without Borders (MSF) for the Palestinian territories told AFP of the dire situation, labelling it a "massacre" and lamenting the charity's limited ability to help.
UK govt publishes N.Ireland deal aimed at ending deadlock
The United Kingdom government on Wednesday outlined its proposals to get the Northern Ireland assembly back up and running after a political deadlock of nearly two years caused by divisions over post-Brexit trade rules.
US lawmakers win apology from Zuckerberg in tech grilling
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg gave a public apology in US Congress on Wednesday as hostile lawmakers grilled tech chiefs over the dangers that children face on social media platforms.
US says it hit Huthi missile that threatened American planes
American forces destroyed a missile belonging to Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels on Wednesday that posed an "imminent threat" to US aircraft, the military said.
Roque fires Barca to narrow win over Osasuna
Barcelona ground out a 1-0 win over Osasuna to move third in La Liga on Wednesday as Xavi Hernandez started his farewell as coach of the champions.
Iran survive penalty drama to book Asian Cup clash with Japan
Iran will meet pre-tournament favourites Japan in the Asian Cup quarter-finals after surviving extra time with 10 men before defeating Syria 5-3 on penalties on Wednesday.
French handball star detained in rape investigation after Euro triumph
French police detained a player on the country's national handball team on suspicion of attempted rape hours after the side won the 2024 European men's handball championship, sources said on Wednesday.
US Fed holds key rate steady for fourth straight meeting
The US Federal Reserve voted Wednesday to leave interest rates unchanged for the fourth straight meeting, and hinted it was moving towards cuts -- but not yet.
Protests that blocked tourism lifted at Peru's Machu Picchu
Protests that halted tourism at Peru's famed Incan citadel Machu Picchu for six days have been called off after an agreement between the government and residents, both sides said Wednesday.
Iran survive Syria penalty drama to reach Asian Cup last eight
Iran will meet pre-tournament favourites Japan in the Asian Cup quarter-finals after surviving extra time with 10 men before defeating Syria 5-3 on penalties on Wednesday.
Mexico City bullfights hit with new suspension
A judge has ordered another suspension of bullfighting in Mexico City, days after the controversial tradition resumed amid protests from animal rights activists.
NFL Seahawks pick Ravens assistant Macdonald as new coach: reports
The NFL's Seattle Seahawks will hire Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald to be their new head coach, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.
French prosecutors probe Nestle over mineral water treatments
French prosecutors said on Wednesday they had opened an investigation into suspected fraudulent practices by the waters division of Swiss food giant Nestle, after it admitted treating water for its top French brands including Perrier and Vittel.