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New UK PM announces tax cut for struggling pubs
The UK government Thursday announced a tax cut for struggling pubs, clubs and live music venues as new Prime Minister Andy Burnham aims to ease the cost of living crisis.
Barca sign Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund
Barcelona signed forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on Thursday for a reported fee of 29 million euros ($33 million) including potential add-ons.
Supporters flood India's 'cockroach' protesters with food
Supporters from across India are literally feeding "cockroach" education-reform protesters camped in the capital, sending a deluge of pizzas, burgers, sandwiches and tea.
EasyJet profits nosedive on Mideast war
British airline EasyJet, the target of a multi-billion-pound takeover battle, said Thursday that profits plunged in the third quarter as the Middle East war sent jet fuel prices soaring.
Modi vows punishment for exam leaks fuelling India protests
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed on Thursday "stringent punishment" for those involved in exam leaks that has fuelled student anger, in his first direct comments tied to major protests challenging his government.
EU fines Google 890 mn euros, risking US fury
The European Union on Thursday slapped Google with fines worth 890 million euros ($1 billion) in a move that risks escalating tensions with the United States.
Norway set to make formal complaint to FIFA over Balogun red card saga
Norway's football chief told The Times they are set to make a formal complaint to FIFA over the suspension of Folarin Balogun's World Cup ban because it has put "the whole game at risk".
Iran vows to continue strikes in Mideast war
Iran vowed on Thursday to keep striking the region so long as it remains under attack, as the Middle East war spread to new fronts with Tehran's Houthi allies attacking Saudi shipping in the Red Sea.
France evacuates thousands of tourists as fire rages in pine forest
Smoke rose from crackling pine trees Thursday as a wildfire gained ground on the coast of southwestern France, forcing more than 10,000 tourists to evacuate camping sites and other holiday accommodation.
Floods in northeast India kill at least 41
Floods triggered by torrential monsoon rains have killed at least 41 people in India's northeast Assam state, officials said Thursday, as authorities pursued rescue and relief operations.
French Jewish DJ sues after activists disrupt stage show: lawyer
A French Jewish DJ who has become embroiled in the latest cultural boycott campaign linked to Israel's war in Gaza has filed a complaint against campaigners who disrupted one of her appearances last weekend, her lawyer said Thursday.
Nestle siphons off bottled water business into joint venture
Swiss giant Nestle said Thursday that it will create a joint venture for its bottled water business, which includes top-selling brands such as San Pellegrino, Source Perrier and Acqua Panna.
Nokia says AI, cloud boosted sales in second quarter
Finnish telecommunications equipment maker Nokia said that demand for its AI and cloud services drove sales higher in the second quarter, but restructuring charges ate into earnings.
Hundreds hospitalised in Japan heatwave 'disaster'
More than 450 people received hospital treatment for heat-related issues in a single day in Tokyo -- the highest number since records began 16 years ago, emergency services said Thursday.
Repsol says profit more than triples on higher oil prices
Spanish energy giant Repsol said Thursday it net profit in the first half of the year more than tripled, boosted by a surge in oil and gas prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Renault says sales stalled in first half
French auto giant Renault said Thursday that global sales stalled in the first six months of the year, held back by weaker Dacia sales in Europe.
TotalEnergies says profit doubled on Mideast war
French oil and gas giant TotalEnergies said Thursday net profit doubled in the second quarter as conflict in the Middle East pushed up hydrocarbon prices.
EasyJet says profits nosedive on Mideast war
British no-frills airline EasyJet said Thursday that its profit tumbled in the third quarter as the Middle East war sent jet fuel prices soaring and dampened customer demand.
Giant swing on Swiss peak aims to boost summer tourism as Alps warm
As the chairlift nears the Grand Chamossaire peak at the Villars ski resort in the Swiss Alps, screams of terror and delight suddenly pierce the air.
Modi vows punishment for exam fraud fuelling India protests
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed on Thursday "stringent punishment" for those involved in exam fraud that has fuelled student anger, in his first direct comments tied to major protests challenging his government.
ASEAN to call for open straits as US-Iran war casts shadow
Foreign ministers from fuel-stressed Southeast Asia will call for freedom of navigation in international straits when they wrap a week of meetings largely overshadowed by the US-Iran war, according to a draft communique seen by AFP.
Six candidates in race to lead UN set for televised debate
The six candidates for United Nations secretary-general will debate Thursday in the symbolic General Assembly Hall, one week before the formal start of a selection process crucial to an organization in deep crisis.
AI catches up with humans to score 100% at top maths contest
A perfect result at the world's most prestigious mathematics contest used to be the preserve of a handful of bright young minds each year, but for the first time, artificial intelligence has also scored full marks.
Comic-Con kicks off with Marvel's return
Comic book fans will return to San Diego, California on Thursday for the latest Comic-Con, with many convention-goers buzzing about this year's return of Marvel.
South Korea election office raided in fake turnout figures probe: investigators
South Korean investigators raided the election commission on Thursday over indications its officials falsified vote turnout figures in June local elections, a spokesman told AFP.
Dutch riders dreaming of crazy party corner of Alpe d'Huez
Dutch corner is known for being the biggest and craziest party in cycling.
Killer whales: orcas blow fish to bits 'for fun', study finds
A group of killer whales have been documented blowing a sunfish to bits in an unusual underwater escapade offering never-before-seen insights into orca behaviour, according to research released Thursday.
Houthis target Red Sea shipping as US hits Iran
A Saudi vessel was attacked in the Red Sea as Tehran-backed Houthi rebels claimed to strike tankers in the waterway, Riyadh's state media said Thursday, signalling a potential new front in the US-Iran conflict.
Deadly wildfires force thousands from homes in parts of Europe
Wildfires swept across parts of Italy, France and Spain on Wednesday, killing three firefighters and forcing thousands to flee as scorching temperatures and strong winds fuelled the blazes.
Record-equalling Red Sox streak halted at 15 wins
The Boston Red Sox tied their 80-year-old franchise record with a 15th straight Major League Baseball win on Wednesday, but couldn't go one better as they fell in the second game of a double-header.
Tech bounce lifts Asia stocks, oil extends gains on US-Iran fears
Tech firms enjoyed a much-needed bounce on Thursday as they helped most Asian stock markets higher amid renewed hopes for the AI boom, though oil prices rallied after the US and Iran ratcheted up Middle East tensions.
Messi-less Miami beat Fire 3-2 to spoil Lewandowski's MLS debut
Luis Suarez scored twice and Preston Plambeck grabbed a late winner as Inter Miami, without Lionel Messi, beat Chicago Fire 3-2 on Wednesday to spoil Robert Lewandowski's Major League Soccer debut.