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Markets mixed ahead of expected US rate cut

US-China trade talks resume in Madrid

Most Asian markets drop ahead of expected US rate cut

Chinese factory, consumer activity slow amid economy struggles

US cuts leave Zimbabwe sex workers scrambling for alternatives

Alonso's Real Madrid revitalised for new Champions League mission

Arsenal eye Champions League charge with revamped attack

'No regrets': wounded Nepali protesters proud at change

Key Emmys moments: Children, Colbert, women and politics

'Adolescence,' 'The Studio' dominate television's Emmy Awards

Malaysia's largest island state aims to be region's 'green battery'

Bisexual ex-Australian Rules player praised for 'courage and bravery'

Former Australian Rules player Mitch Brown was hailed Thursday for his "immense courage and bravery" after coming out as the first openly bisexual or gay man in the sport's history.

South Korea to ban mobile phones in school classrooms

South Korea has passed a bill banning the use of mobile phones in school classrooms nationwide, officials said Thursday, joining other countries in efforts to curb social media use among minors.

Alcaraz banishes US Open demons to reach third round

Carlos Alcaraz put the "bad thoughts" of last year's early US Open exit behind him Wednesday as he charged into the third round with a straight-sets win over Mattia Bellucci.

Kipchoge feeling the pressure ahead of Sydney Marathon

Eliud Kipchoge says the desire to inspire others drove him to enter this week's Sydney Marathon with the Kenyan legend admitting there was "huge pressure" on him to win.

Clooney and Netflix team up for Venice festival spotlight

Hollywood stars and Netflix are set to take the spotlight Thursday on the second day of the prestigious Venice film festival, with George Clooney, Adam Sandler and Emma Stone preparing for high-profile premieres.

Trump stamps 'dictator chic' on Washington

From a gold-plated White House to a grandiose revamp for the capital Washington, Donald Trump is trying to leave an architectural mark like no American president has attempted for decades.

Alcaraz sprints into US Open third round as Djokovic advances

Carlos Alcaraz stormed into the third round of the US Open with a blistering straight-sets victory on Wednesday as Novak Djokovic overcame an early scare to advance.

Qantas says profits up, strong travel demand ahead

Qantas Airways said Thursday it lifted annual net profit and saw a bright outlook for travel demand, days after it was fined for illegally firing staff during the Covid-19 pandemic.

'Perfect storm': UK fishermen reel from octopus invasion

When veteran fisherman Brian Tapper checked his 1,200 crab pots in waters off southwest England during this year's crabbing season, he got a series of unwelcome surprises.