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Bruce Springsteen postpones US concerts due to illness
Legendary American rock singer Bruce Springsteen on Wednesday announced he was postponing his September concerts in the United States to be treated for peptic ulcer disease.
Asian markets retreat further as US data fans rate hike fears
Asian investors took fright Thursday at a forecast-busting reading on the US services sector that revived speculation the Federal Reserve could lift interest rates again, compounding a spike in oil prices that has fanned fresh inflation fears.
Lab-grown human 'embryos' offer new research hope
Scientists have developed human embryo-like structures without using sperm, an egg or fertilisation, offering hope for research on miscarriage and birth defects but also raising fresh ethical concerns.
Labour, infrastructure issues hold back surging Vietnam investment
President Joe Biden visits Hanoi Sunday to boost economic ties as Washington looks to move away from over-reliance on China, but a lack of highly skilled labour and infrastructure weaknesses mean Vietnam may struggle to replace its neighbour.
Escaped killer evades US police in huge manhunt
The manhunt continued for a sixth day Wednesday for a convicted murderer who escaped from prison in Pennsylvania, with local schools closed and residents asked to lock their doors.
With G20, US fetes India's rise while accepting differences
For two and a half decades, it has been a top and consistent goal for the United States across very different presidencies -- encouraging the rise of India.
New York City cracks down on Airbnb, other short-term rentals
If you've been trying to book an apartment for a short vacation in New York in recent weeks, you may have been surprised at how little is available on platforms like Airbnb or VRBO.
Mexico moves closer to electing first woman president
Mexico's ruling party on Wednesday named former Mexico City mayor Claudia Sheinbaum as its candidate for the 2024 presidential election, ensuring that for the first time the two main rivals to lead the Latin American power will be women.
Top US, China, Russia officials gather at Southeast Asia summit
US Vice President Kamala Harris, China's premier and Russia's foreign minister will gather at an East Asia summit in Indonesia on Thursday, offering a rare chance of direct, top-level diplomacy between their sparring nations.
Dictator Pinochet looms large over Chile 50 years after coup
Augusto Pinochet used military force to overthrow a popularly elected president and rule Chile with an iron grip that saw thousands of his subjects tortured and killed.
Self-driving car revolution is coming, but slowly
In Munich, where this week's IAA motor show is taking place, an interactive street survey elicits an overwhelming "yes" when asking passers-by if they would take a self-driving taxi from the station to the Oktoberfest beer festival.
Japan launches 'Moon Sniper' mission
Japan's "Moon Sniper" mission blasted off Thursday as the country's space programme looks to bounce back from a string of recent mishaps.
Spain visit Georgia in shadow of Rubiales scandal
Spain's men's team visit Georgia on Friday aiming to correct a poor start to their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign, with the Luis Rubiales scandal overshadowing their preparations.
Unbreakable Keys stuns Vondrousova to reach US Open semis
Madison Keys of the United States stunned Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova to reach the semi-finals of the US Open on Wednesday.
Google to require political ads to disclose AI creations
Google on Wednesday said it will mandate that political advertisements on its platforms disclose when images and audio have been altered or created using tools such as artificial intelligence (AI).
Chinese delegation to visit Pyongyang for key anniversary: KCNA
A high-level delegation of Chinese officials will visit North Korea this week to attend celebrations for a key national holiday, state media reported Thursday.
Medvedev sweats out 'brutal' US Open win to reach semi-finals
Daniil Medvedev defeated fellow Russian Andrey Rublev 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 in scorching conditions Wednesday to reach his fourth US Open semi-final and set up a possible meeting with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.
Colombia Olympian investigated over corruption while sports minister
Colombian prosecutors said Wednesday they are investigating Olympic weightlifting champion Maria Isabel Urrutia on suspicion she mishandled hundreds of public contracts while serving as sports minister under leftist President Gustavo Petro.
At least 36 dead in Brazil cyclone, many still stranded
The death toll from a cyclone that unleashed torrential rain and flooding on southern Brazil rose to at least 36 Wednesday, authorities said, as the region braced for more violent weather.
Iconic Freddie Mercury memorabilia sells for over £3 mn
The piano Queen frontman Freddie Mercury used to compose almost all of his greatest songs and the original manuscript for "Bohemian Rhapsody" were snapped up for over £3 million Wednesday when they went under the hammer in London.
Honorary Oscars gala postponed until January amid strikes
The Governors Awards gala, at which honorary Oscars are handed out for lifetime achievement, has been pushed back from November to January, organizers said Wednesday, as Hollywood reels from the ongoing actors' and writers' strikes.
Osaka to return for 2024 Australian Open
Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka plans to return to tennis in time for the 2024 Australian Open, saying Wednesday her break from the sport "really fueled a fire in me".
Top Mexican court decriminalizes abortion nationwide
Mexico's Supreme Court on Wednesday decriminalized abortion across the conservative Latin American country, moving in contrast to the United States where federally guaranteed abortion rights were overturned last year.
US Open roasts players as Medvedev, Sabalenka advance
Daniil Medvedev overcame roasting temperatures to battle into the US Open semi-finals on Wednesday as Aryna Sabalenka delivered a sizzling display to reach the last four.
Maskless Biden laughs off Covid guidance
When Joe Biden was criticized this week for failing to mask up after his wife caught Covid, he didn't just put a brave face on it.
Top Mexican court decriminalizes abortion
Mexico's Supreme Court on Wednesday decriminalized abortion across the conservative Latin American country.
Medvedev douses Rublev with 'cold shower' to reach US Open semis
Daniil Medvedev defeated fellow Russian Andrey Rublev 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 in scorching conditions Wednesday to reach his fourth US Open semi-final and set up a possible meeting with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.
Stocks waver amid jitters over more tough central bank actions
Wall Street and European stock markets retreated on Wednesday as worries about higher oil prices and possible additional interest rate hikes weighed on sentiment.
Biden bars drilling over vast swath of Alaska
President Joe Biden's administration on Wednesday announced it is banning new oil and gas drilling over a vast region of Alaska that is significant for Indigenous communities and home to iconic animal species.
Niners' Bosa agrees to record-setting 5-year, $170 million deal
NFL Defensive Player of the Year Nick Bosa will be on the field for San Francisco on Sunday after agreeing a contract extension worth a reported $170 million over five years, coach Kyle Shanahan said Wednesday.
Iconic Freddie Mercury memorabilia goes under the hammer
The baby grand piano Queen frontman Freddie Mercury used to compose almost all of his greatest songs and the original manuscript for "Bohemian Rhapsody" were snapped up Wednesday when they went under the hammer in London.
Five of the most prized Freddie Mercury items being auctioned
Here are five lots that stand out in the Sotheby's sale of items belonging to Queen frontman Freddie Mercury that begins in London on Wednesday.