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IMF warns of 'inevitable' AI-powered threats to global financial system

IMF warns of 'inevitable' AI-powered threats to global financial system

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned on Thursday of the risks to global financial stability posed by cyberattacks powered by advanced artificial intelligence tools, calling for greater international cooperation on the issue.

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Brighton boss Hurzeler agrees new three-year deal

Brighton boss Hurzeler agrees new three-year deal

Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler has agreed a new three-year contract extension which will keep him with the Seagulls until at least 2029, the Premier League club announced Thursday.

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WHO says now five confirmed cruise ship hantavirus cases

WHO says now five confirmed cruise ship hantavirus cases

The World Health Organization said Thursday there were now five confirmed hantavirus cases from the Atlantic cruise ship outbreak, with three more suspected -- and warned further cases were possible.

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Spurs boss De Zerbi shrugs off criticism of win over weakened Villa

Spurs boss De Zerbi shrugs off criticism of win over weakened Villa

Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said he had no qualms about profiting from Aston Villa's weakened team after criticism of a vital win in his club's fight to avoid relegation.

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Sinner demands 'respect' from Grand Slams, Djokovic lends support in prize money row

Sinner demands 'respect' from Grand Slams, Djokovic lends support in prize money row

Jannik Sinner called on Thursday for Grand Slam tournaments to show tennis players respect in a row over prize money, as Novak Djokovic pledged his support to the players in their battle with the sport's major events.

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Germany warns tax revenues to be hit by Iran war

Germany warns tax revenues to be hit by Iran war

Germany will generate less tax revenue in the coming years, in large part due to the "irresponsible" Middle East war launched by US President Donald Trump, the finance minister warned Thursday.

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Italy's tennis chief wants to break Grand Slam 'monopoly' with new major

Italy's tennis chief wants to break Grand Slam 'monopoly' with new major

Angelo Binaghi has dragged Italian tennis from the doldrums to a golden age since taking charge of the country's federation (FITP) a quarter of a century ago, with Jannik Sinner just the very best of some of the world's top players.

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IOC rules out 'crossover' sports at 2030 Winter Olympics

IOC rules out 'crossover' sports at 2030 Winter Olympics

The IOC on Thursday ruled out adding year-round sports without snow or ice to the 2030 Winter Olympics but did not exclude the possibility at a later date.

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WHO warns of more hantavirus cases in 'limited' outbreak

WHO warns of more hantavirus cases in 'limited' outbreak

The World Health Organization said Thursday that more cases of the hantavirus could emerge but expected the outbreak to be "limited" if precautions are taken, after the disease killed three passengers from a cruise ship.

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Real Madrid's Valverde treated in hospital after Tchouameni clash: reports

Real Madrid's Valverde treated in hospital after Tchouameni clash: reports

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde was treated in hospital after a clash with team-mate Aurelien Tchouameni following a training session on Thursday, several Spanish media outlets reported.

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