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Pachuca down Botafogo in Intercontinental Cup

Pachuca down Botafogo in Intercontinental Cup

Pachuca of Mexico bested Brazilian side Botafogo 3-0 on Wednesday in the Intercontinental Cup to reach the next stage of the competition.

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US-China officials to hold economic talks before Trump return

US-China officials to hold economic talks before Trump return

Economic officials in outgoing President Joe Biden's administration are set to meet their Chinese counterparts this week for talks, in a final effort to strengthen ties before Donald Trump's White House return.

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Rangers can create magical night against Tottenham, says Clement

Rangers can create magical night against Tottenham, says Clement

Rangers boss Philippe Clement is "convinced" his team can bridge the financial chasm with Tottenham in their Europa League clash on Thursday.

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Galliano says leaving Maison Margiela after 10 years

Galliano says leaving Maison Margiela after 10 years

British designer John Galliano said Wednesday he was stepping down as creative director at Maison Margiela after 10 years at the helm of the French label.

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Stocks mostly rise as US inflation data boosts rate cut hopes

Stocks mostly rise as US inflation data boosts rate cut hopes

US and European stock markets mostly rose on Wednesday after inflation data cemented expectations that the Federal Reserve will trim interest rates next month.

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Sundance unveils eclectic lineup for 2025

Sundance unveils eclectic lineup for 2025

The prestigious Sundance festival released its wide-ranging lineup on Wednesday that will see Hollywood stars rubbing shoulders with up-and-coming filmmakers from all over the world.

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FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host

FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host

FIFA on Wednesday confirmed that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, underlining the Gulf kingdom's growing influence in world sport despite criticism of the country's human rights record.

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EU conservatives seek to stall 2035 combustion engine ban

EU conservatives seek to stall 2035 combustion engine ban

The largest group in the European Parliament, the conservative EPP, joined calls Wednesday to "reverse" a ban on combustion engine vehicles starting in 2035, citing the struggles of the automotive industry.

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2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia puts lives at risk: rights groups

2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia puts lives at risk: rights groups

FIFA's decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia puts many lives at risk and "marks a moment of great danger", Amnesty International and 20 other organisations warned on Wednesday.

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Canada central bank makes half point rate cut to 3.25%

Canada central bank makes half point rate cut to 3.25%

Canada's central bank on Wednesday lowered its key lending rate by 50 basis points to 3.25 percent, seeking to aid a slowing economy facing uncertainty following a tariff threat from US President-elect Donald Trump.

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