ECB makes first rate hike since 2023 to tame Iran war inflation
The European Central Bank on Thursday raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time since 2023 as the Middle East war stokes inflation, despite concerns the move could hit the struggling eurozone economy.
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Pope condemns 'indifference' towards migrants on Canaries trip
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday condemned "indifference" towards migrants during a visit to Spain's Canary Islands that symbolised the perils of deadly irregular routes to Europe.
Read moreStocks diverge, oil falls as traders weigh Iran, rates outlook
European stocks rose Thursday after losses in Asia as oil prices wavered following the latest flare-up in the Middle East war, with investors also assessing the outlook for US and European interest rates as inflation rises.
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New Zealand's Conway jets home between Tests to attend birth of child
New Zealand expect Devon Conway to be available for next week's second Test against England at the Oval despite a 23,000-mile (37,000 kilometre) round trip to Wellington to attend the birth of his second child.
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McKeown eyeing world record after sizzling at Australian trials
World record holder Kaylee McKeown powered through a scorching 200m backstroke Thursday to complete the 50-100-200 sweep at the Australian trials, while Kyle Chalmers blazed to victory in the 100m freestyle.
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Carbon dioxide removal slow to take off, alarming scientists
Carbon dioxide removal experts have sounded the alarm in Milan this week over a shortfall in research and investment in the nascent sector viewed as essential for mitigating climate change.
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O'Neill confirmed as Celtic's permanent boss after double triumph
Martin O'Neill has been named as Celtic's permanent manager at the age of 74 after leading the club to the Scottish double during his interim reign last season.
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Bangladesh chase 192 in 41 overs after Australia collapse in rain-hit ODI
Marnus Labuschagne and Xavier Bartlett put on a century stand to steer Australia to 187-8 in 42 overs after they slumped to 0-3 against Bangladesh in the rain-hit second ODI on Thursday.
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Relegated Wolves sack Edwards after seven months in charge
Wolves sacked manager Rob Edwards on Thursday after just seven months in charge following their relegation from the Premier League.
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Wimbledon prize money pot increased to £64.2 million
Wimbledon's prize money pot has been increased by 20 percent to a tournament-record figure of £64.2 million ($85.7 million).
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