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Kimmel scores decade-high ratings amid Trump fight: Disney

Kimmel scores decade-high ratings amid Trump fight: Disney

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel had his biggest audience in a decade when he returned to US TV screens a week after pressure from Donald Trump's government saw him forced off the air, Disney said Wednesday.

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Plant-Powered Pups: New Study Shows Dramatic Environmental Gains From Plant-Based Dog Food in the UK

Plant-Powered Pups: New Study Shows Dramatic Environmental Gains From Plant-Based Dog Food in the UK

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Low bar, high hopes: China unveils new climate goals

Low bar, high hopes: China unveils new climate goals

China has announced its new climate action plan at a UN climate meeting -- its first ever pledge to include absolute targets for cutting planet-warming gases -- setting a goal of reducing emissions by 7–10 percent by 2035.

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Under-fire Brazil Senate scraps immunity bid

Under-fire Brazil Senate scraps immunity bid

Brazil's Senate on Wednesday quashed a bid to expand criminal immunity for lawmakers after the proposal unleashed mass protests over the weekend.

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Donald and Bradley tout respect, trade jabs at Ryder Cup opening ceremony

Donald and Bradley tout respect, trade jabs at Ryder Cup opening ceremony

Captains Luke Donald and Keegan Bradley voiced respect but took their shots on Wednesday in Ryder Cup opening ceremony comments.

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In first, China unveils specific emissions targets

In first, China unveils specific emissions targets

China on Wednesday issued its first ever absolute targets for cutting planet-warming gases, a landmark pledge from the world's top polluter as the United States doubles down on fossil fuels and Europe falters.

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Alvarez hat-trick helps Atletico edge Rayo thriller

Alvarez hat-trick helps Atletico edge Rayo thriller

Julian Alvarez scored a hat-trick to snatch Atletico Madrid a thrilling 3-2 win over Rayo Vallecano in La Liga on Wednesday.

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Con job? Climate change is my job, says island nation leader

Con job? Climate change is my job, says island nation leader

US President Donald Trump may dismiss climate change as a "con job" -- but for the leader of tiny St. Kitts and Nevis, its toll is unmistakable: land swallowed, homes battered, and livelihoods threatened.

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US stocks fall again while Alibaba gains on big AI push

US stocks fall again while Alibaba gains on big AI push

Wall Street stocks retreated for a second straight session Wednesday while oil prices moved higher as Chinese online retail giant Alibaba surged on new AI investments.

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Forest denied winning European return by Antony, Roma down Nice

Forest denied winning European return by Antony, Roma down Nice

Antony's late goal denied Nottingham Forest a winning return to European football as Real Betis grabbed a 2-2 draw in their Europa League opener on Wednesday, while Roma won at Nice.

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