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Israel union leader calls immediate 'general strike' over govt reforms
Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Monday called for an immediate halt to the government's controversial judicial reforms, a day after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sacked his defence minister for similar demands.
First Citizens to acquire collapsed Silicon Valley Bank
US bank First Citizens said Monday it has agreed to purchase much of Silicon Valley Bank, whose collapse this month sparked global fears about the sector.
FIFA U-20 World Cup draw in Indonesia nixed after call for Israel ban
The draw for the men's FIFA Under-20 World Cup in Indonesia has been cancelled, officials said, days after Bali's governor called for Israel to be kicked out of the competition.
Security tight as Kenya braces for fresh protests despite ban
Kenyans were bracing Monday for a new round of anti-government demonstrations over the high cost of living, after the opposition vowed the action would go ahead despite a police ban.
New Zealand wool handling ace is a G.O.A.T. among sheep
In New Zealand's close-knit shearing community, Joel Henare is regarded as a Lionel Messi, Tiger Woods or Jonah Lomu -- a G.O.A.T in the sheep sheds.
Israeli president urges immediate stop to judicial reforms as protests flare
Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Monday called for an immediate halt to the government's controversial judicial reforms, a day after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sacked his defence minister for similar demands.
Switzerland tries slow-mo cannabis revolution
Switzerland, which pioneered prescription heroin and safe injection sites decades ago, is now experimenting with decriminalising recreational cannabis, with the drug now available in some Basel pharmacies.
Spain mulls options as wildfires gain in size, intensity
Walking through the charred remains of the forested hillsides of Sierra de la Culebra that were devastated by Spain's worst wildfire last year, Pablo Martin Pinto is blunt.
Mississippi faces more extreme weather after tornado kills 25
Storm-ravaged Mississippi struggled on Sunday with the aftermath of a huge tornado that tore across the southern US state, killing at least 25 people, with devastated communities bracing for a fresh bout of extreme weather.
'Dungeons and Dragons' aims to recapture 80s film magic
More jokes and less reliance on computer effects -- the makers of "Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves" wanted their blockbuster to be a throwback to the classic family films of the 1980s.
Economists expect US recession, above-target inflation this year
The United States will likely enter a recession this year and face high inflation well into 2024, a majority of economists predicted in their response to a semiannual survey.
Meet Prince Eduard, King Charles' German cousin
They first laid eyes on each other as children at Buckingham Palace and later crossed paths on the polo field at Windsor.
Alcaraz powers into last 16 at Miami, Ruud ousted
World number one Carlos Alcaraz moved into the last 16 of the Miami Open after beating Serbia's Dusan Lajovic 6-0, 7-6 (7/5) on Sunday as he remains on track for tennis' "Sunshine Double."
'Witnessing catastrophe': Iraq preserves memories of IS reign
The horrors they endured under the Islamic State group may be in the past for the people of Iraq, but the traumatic memories remain.
Fearing Palestinian attacks, Israelis seek security in guns
Pistol shots ring out and carbide lingers in the air at the gun range of an Israeli settlement in the occupied West Bank, as Tomer Gal completes the final stage of his firearms licence assessment.
Cuba says voter turnout ticked up in legislative elections
Cuba's government managed to mobilize voters on Sunday for National Assembly elections, the results of which were a foregone conclusion, as it pushed back against a recent abstentionist trend in the communist-ruled nation.
Asian markets mixed as banking fears persist
Asian stocks were mixed Monday in a cautious start to what could be another rocky week for global markets, after a rout in banking shares renewed fears for the sector.
Russian town shocked by case of child's Ukraine drawing
In the Russian town of Yefremov, residents say they are shocked by the case of a father separated from his 13-year-old daughter because of her drawing criticising Moscow's offensive.
Cyclone Freddy record claim in the eye of the storm
Cyclone Freddy's extraordinary journey will be reviewed in minute detail to verify whether its deadly track counts as the longest-lasting tropical storm, the world extreme weather records chief told AFP.
Wins return as Andreescu finds her joy for tennis again
Canada's Bianca Andreescu heads into Monday's last-16 of the Miami Open brimming with confidence and feeling she has finally refound her love for tennis.
Kenya braces for fresh protests despite police ban
Kenyans were bracing on Monday for a new round of anti-government demonstrations over the high cost of living, after the opposition vowed the action would go ahead despite a police ban.
Scotland's new leader: the contenders
The ruling Scottish National Party (SNP) elects a new leader on Monday, with the winner taking up the role of first minister in the Scottish Parliament.
Germany braces for transport 'mega-strike'
Transport staff across Germany are set to stage a major strike on Monday to push for wage hikes in the face of brisk inflation, as passengers brace for serious disruptions.
France's Boutier wins LPGA Drive On title in playoff
Celine Boutier birdied the first playoff hole to edge Georgia Hall for the LPGA Drive On Championship title on Sunday at Superstition Mountain, Arizona.
Scotland set for new leader as independence quest stalls
A new Scottish first minister will be named on Monday, with the leader facing the daunting task of reviving a faltering independence movement after Nicola Sturgeon's surprise resignation.
Missouri: the new haven for pot smokers in US Midwest
Sisters Juree Burgett and Tanya Knight, both in their 60s, smell various marijuana buds, assessing their options at a trendy dispensary in Missouri. They drove three hours from Kansas -- where recreational cannabis use is still illegal -- to make their purchase.
Artist Karla Ortiz sees AI 'identity theft', not promise
For artist Karla Ortiz, the explosion in artificial intelligence that can stand in for flesh-and-blood artists is nothing more than identity theft.
Biden widens net in new democracy summit as Russia, China concerns grow
The United States on Tuesday opens its second Summit for Democracy with its eyes firmly on the rest of the world, seeking a united front against authoritarianism as Russia attacks Ukraine and as China launches a diplomatic offensive.
'Glaze' software aims to protect art from copycat AI
Researchers at the University of Chicago have released free "Glaze" software that they say can thwart efforts by generative artificial intelligence (AI) to copy an artist's style.
Artists fight AI programs that copy their styles
Artists outraged by artificial intelligence that copies in seconds the styles they have sacrificed years to develop are waging battle online and in court.
Israel's Netanyahu fires minister after judicial reform comments
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday fired Defence Minister Yoav Galant a day after he broke ranks, citing security concerns in calling for a pause to the government's controversial judicial reforms.
Andreescu and Sabalenka march into last 16 in Miami
Former US Open winner Bianca Andreescu and world number two Aryna Sabalenka cruised into the last-16 of the Miami Open on Sunday with straight sets victories at Hard Rock Stadium.