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Ukrainian refugees struggle in nationalist Hungary
Pope Francis is set to meet refugees in Hungary this weekend, shedding light on the plight of Ukrainians trying to rebuild their lives in a state that offers a frosty reception.
Black cowgirls gallop on in face of US rodeo stereotypes
Guiding her brown mare around the arena at breakneck speed, 16-year-old Morissa Hall is extremely focused as she takes on the barrel racing course in the eastern US state of Maryland.
Out of gas in orbit? This US space company is here to help
The US company Orbit Fab is aiming to produce the go-to "gas stations" in space, its CEO tells AFP, hoping its refueling technology will make the surging satellite industry more sustainable -- and profitable.
Samsung Electronics logs worst quarterly earnings in 14 years
Samsung Electronics on Thursday reported its worst quarterly profits in 14 years, blaming slowing consumer spending on electronics and a global microchip glut that hit its core memory business.
Meta surges as earnings beat expectations after belt tightening
Shares in Facebook parent Meta surged Wednesday after the internet titan reported it made a profit of $5.7 billion in the first quarter of this year, beating forecasts after a massive wave of cost-cutting and layoffs.
Republicans set up default clash with US debt limit bill
US Republicans voted Wednesday to raise the national borrowing limit, but only in conjunction with drastic cuts, as they sought a showdown with President Joe Biden over "excessive" spending with a potentially ruinous credit default looming.
Republicans pass bill to avert US debt crisis, slash spending
US Republicans voted Wednesday to raise the national borrowing limit, but only in conjunction with drastic cuts, as they sought a showdown with President Joe Biden over "excessive" spending with a potentially ruinous credit default looming.
Strong Microsoft results lift Nasdaq as most global bourses fall
Blockbuster tech earnings lifted the Nasdaq on Wednesday, but recession fears weighed on other major United States and European indices while pushing oil prices lower.
Brazil court suspends Telegram app in neo-Nazi probe
A Brazilian court on Wednesday ordered the countrywide suspension of messaging app Telegram after its parent company failed to provide data sought by authorities on neo-Nazis operating on the network, officials said.
UK blocks Microsoft's $69-bn bid for 'Call of Duty' games giant
Britain on Wednesday blocked Microsoft's $69-billion takeover of "Call of Duty" video games giant Activision Blizzard, arguing it would harm competition in cloud gaming.
Boeing reports another loss in Q1, but confirms forecast
Boeing reported a bigger-than-expected quarterly loss Wednesday due to persistent quality control problems with its jets, but shares rallied as it maintained key medium- and long-term targets.
Germany lifts growth forecast as outlook brightens
The German government Wednesday lifted its growth forecast for this year as rebounding industrial production and slowing inflation helped Europe's top economy weather an energy crisis.
UK block leaves Microsoft's $69-bn Activision takeover in peril
Britain on Wednesday blocked Microsoft's $69-billion takeover of US video game giant Activision Blizzard, arguing it would harm competition in cloud gaming.
Dominant US dollar faces challenge from emerging currencies
As the top global currency, the US dollar has enjoyed decades as the cash of choice for investors -- but it is now facing a growing challenge to that status.
EU unveils reforms for cheaper drugs and to avoid shortages
The EU on Wednesday unveiled a long-awaited proposed reform of legislation governing pharmaceutical drugs to make them cheaper, prevent shortages and boost new antibiotic production.
Major stock markets mostly retreat as recession fears reignite
Major stock markets mostly slid and the dollar faltered Wednesday, fuelled by concerns for the banking sector and broader fears of global recession this year.
'Cut-throat competition' fuels misery in India's crowded cities
Every morning and evening -- and for several hours in between -- tens of millions of Indians sit idle on gridlocked highways and hang from the sides of packed passenger trains in what is becoming the world's most populous nation.
Hard landing: Japan firm fails in historic Moon bid
Japanese start-up ispace conceded Wednesday its ambitious attempt to become the first company to land on the Moon had ended in failure, but pledged to move ahead with new missions.
Harris pushes abortion as key issue in 2024 US campaign
The same day US President Joe Biden announced his re-election bid, his vice president put forth abortion as a key issue in their 2024 campaign.
EU to revamp budget rules to spur growth
The EU will unveil an overhaul of its fiscal rules on Wednesday, a long-awaited reform that has bitterly divided member states over how to encourage investment while strengthening scrutiny of government spending.
'Infernal': Fuel crisis driving Cubans round the bend
The streets of Havana are quieter than usual -- many of the rattling old cars the city is known for stand idle amid Cuba's worst fuel shortage in years.
Tiffany to reopen NYC flagship under French management
The tarpaulins and scaffolding that obscured the facade of Tiffany and Co's flagship New York jewelry store for years have finally come down ahead of its re-opening this week.
UK children receiving food aid spikes to over one million: charity
More than a million children in the UK received food aid in the past 12 months, an increase of 300,000 from a year earlier, as the country battles a cost of living crisis, latest figures showed Wednesday.
Japan firm fails in bid for historic Moon landing
Japanese start-up ispace conceded Wednesday its attempt to become the first company to land on the Moon had ended in failure, but pledged to move ahead with new missions.
Google, Microsoft top expectations as AI rivalry heats up
Google parent company Alphabet beat market expectations in the first quarter of 2023 with a net profit of $15 billion, the company said on Tuesday, in a sign that the search engine behemoth is regaining its footing.
Cannes festival nominee dismisses controversy over under-age sex scene
French director Catherine Corsini dismissed claims about on-set harassment and the presence of a child in a sex scene on Tuesday following criticism over her inclusion in the Cannes Film Festival.
BAT to pay over $600 mn for violating NKorea sanctions
British American Tobacco has agreed to pay more than $600 million to settle charges it sold cigarette materials to North Korea for years in violation of US sanctions, the US Justice Department announced Tuesday.
Japan firm's pioneering Moon landing fails
A Japanese startup attempting the first private landing on the Moon said Wednesday it had lost communication with its spacecraft and assumed the lunar mission had failed.
Bitter battle: S.Africa slams 'unfair' EU citrus trade rule
President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned the EU Tuesday for restrictions on citrus exports from South Africa to prevent the importation of non-indigenous moths which stranded tonnes of fruit at sea when introduced last year.
Mattel unveils Barbie doll with Down syndrome
US toy manufacturer Mattel unveiled a new Barbie doll Tuesday representing a person with Down syndrome, as it seeks to allow more children to see themselves in the popular figure.
US new home sales rise in March to highest level in a year
New home sales in the United States defied expectations to hit a one-year high in March, the Commerce Department said Tuesday, as a lack of existing homes bolstered demand in the market for new properties.
US new home sales rise more than expected in March
New home sales in the United States grew more than anticipated in March, the Commerce Department said Tuesday, as a lack of existing homes continued bolstering demand in the market for new properties.
Dollar up as Biden confirms re-election bid
The dollar was largely higher Tuesday as Joe Biden confirmed his bid to win re-election as US president next year.
General Motors lifts 2023 forecast after strong Q1 results
General Motors raised key 2023 profit projections Tuesday following a solid first quarter in which strong results in North America compensated for declines in other regions.
Santander profits up despite windfall tax on banks
Spanish banking giant Santander saw its first quarter net profits rise thanks to strong business activity that offset a windfall tax imposed by Spain's leftwing government, results showed Tuesday.
Hong Kong shares drop sharply on major losses in Chinese firms
Hong Kong shares fell sharply on Tuesday on the back of major losses in Chinese firms, as a lack of clear direction ahead of key announcements this week presented a challenge for global investors.
Nestle sales grow on back of price increases
Swiss food group Nestle on Tuesday reported better-than-expected sales in the first three months of the year, helped by price increases to offset inflation and demand for its staple products.
UBS hopes to complete Credit Suisse takeover before July
UBS said Tuesday it would likely complete its takeover of stricken rival Credit Suisse in the second quarter, as the bank posted an underwhelming first quarter net profit of $1.0 billion.
Good vibrations: Thai party makes sex toy election pledge
A conservative Thai political party is seeking to woo voters ahead of next month's general election with a pledge to legalise sex toys, pointing to the fiscal -- and frisky -- benefits.