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Strong auto prices lift GM results as it eyes China revamp

Strong auto prices lift GM results as it eyes China revamp

General Motors reported strong earnings Tuesday on robust pricing as the Detroit giant said it was hopeful about returning to profitability in China and reiterated a flexible approach to EV investment.

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'Dutchman' Hirscher to step out of retirement in Soelden

'Dutchman' Hirscher to step out of retirement in Soelden

Ski legend Marcel Hirscher will make his return from retirement at this weekend's World Cup giant slalom on Sunday, the Dutch federation announced.

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UN eyes modest 2024 maritime trade growth, but future uncertain

UN eyes modest 2024 maritime trade growth, but future uncertain

Maritime trade should show modest growth this year, the UN said Tuesday, warning though that the geopolitical tensions, climate impacts and conflicts shaking global trade are threatening the functioning of maritime supply chains.

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70% of Cuba's population has power back after blackout

70% of Cuba's population has power back after blackout

Seventy percent of Cuba's population now has power, four days after a nationwide blackout triggered by the collapse of the island's largest power plant, and as the country recovers from Hurricane Oscar, the government said Tuesday.

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Navalny memoirs spark mix of curiosity, indifference in Moscow

Navalny memoirs spark mix of curiosity, indifference in Moscow

There was a mix of indifference and curiosity in Moscow when late opposition leader Alexei Navalny's autobiography was published on Tuesday.

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Leipzig players 'not yet talking' about Klopp, says Openda before Liverpool tie

Leipzig players 'not yet talking' about Klopp, says Openda before Liverpool tie

RB Leipzig striker Lois Openda said his teammates were not yet discussing incoming Red Bull football boss Jurgen Klopp ahead of Wednesday's clash with the coach's former club Liverpool.

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US interest rate, election uncertainy hit stock market sentiment

US interest rate, election uncertainy hit stock market sentiment

European and US stock markets dropped on Tuesday after gains for Chinese indices, as traders sought to ascertain the outlook for US interest rates ahead of the presidential election.

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Guardiola applauds Man City mentality ahead of Sparta Prague test

Guardiola applauds Man City mentality ahead of Sparta Prague test

Pep Guardiola has praised the spirit and desire of his Manchester City players after their last-gasp win against Wolves as he prepares for Wednesday's Champions League clash with Sparta Prague.

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San Siro saga continues as Inter and AC Milan propose new stadium project

San Siro saga continues as Inter and AC Milan propose new stadium project

Inter Milan and AC Milan are set to launch another joint bid to build a new stadium together near the iconic San Siro, the city of Milan said on Tuesday.

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French luxury brand Chanel to sponsor Oxford v Cambridge Boat Race

French luxury brand Chanel to sponsor Oxford v Cambridge Boat Race

French fashion company Chanel is to sponsor Britain's historic Boat Race between Oxford and Cambridge universities from 2025, marking its first foray into sport.

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