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EU signs gas deal with Egypt, Israel to end 'dependency' on Russia
Israel and Egypt plan to boost gas exports to Europe under an agreement signed during a Cairo visit Wednesday by EU chief Ursula von der Leyen as the bloc seeks to wean itself off Russian gas.
Xi assures Putin of China's support for Russian 'sovereignty, security'
Chinese President Xi Jinping assured his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of Beijing's support for Moscow on "sovereignty and security" during a call Wednesday, according to state media.
Pakistan military says ailing Musharraf should be 'allowed home'
Pakistan's powerful military said Wednesday that ailing former army chief Pervez Musharraf, who seized power in a bloodless coup 23 years ago and ruled for nine years, should be allowed to return from self-imposed exile in Dubai.
European equities rebound as ECB vows to avoid bond stress
Europe's equities pushed higher Wednesday as the European Central Bank pledged to ease the stress in volatile eurozone bond markets, while investors also braced for a major US rate hike.
Mental toughness of golfers will get a workout at US Open
The mental fortitude of the world's finest golfers will be tested by unrelenting challenges and moments of adversity when the 122nd US Open starts Thursday at The Country Club.
Yorkshire charged by ECB following Rafiq cricket racism row
Yorkshire and a "number of individuals" have been charged by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) following the governing body's investigation into how the county dealt with racism allegations made by former player Azeem Rafiq.
ECB moves to ease bond stress after surprise meeting
The European Central Bank said Wednesday it would "apply flexibility" to quell rising borrowing costs for more indebted eurozone members after an emergency meeting aimed at soothing market jitters.
UK could ditch European rights pact after Rwanda plan blocked
Britain's government Wednesday refused to rule out abandoning a European human rights pact after a judge dramatically blocked its plan to fly asylum-seekers to Rwanda, sparking fury among Conservatives.
Biden chastises oil industry over fuel costs
US President Joe Biden on Wednesday chastised the oil industry over soaring fuel prices at the heart of 40-year high inflation, warning of unspecified emergency measures.
Bairstow's England heroics fuelled by IPL pressure
England's Jonny Bairstow says playing twenty20 cricket in the Indian Premier League has given him the tools he needed to launch his astonishing demolition of New Zealand in the second Test.
Storm in a teacup as minister urges Pakistanis to cut back on 'chai'
A Pakistani minister has caused a storm in a teacup by urging citizens to cut back on drinking "chai" as a way to preserve foreign currency that pays to import the leaves used in brewing the popular beverage.
Medvedev hails 'great news' that he can defend US Open crown
Daniil Medvedev said on Wednesday it was "great news" that Russian and Belarusian players will be able to compete at this year's US Open, where he will be defending the title.
In the tunnels of Azovstal, traces of Ukraine's resistance
Scrapped metal and concrete debris is all that remains of the Azovstal steel factory in Mariupol, a symbol of Ukraine's weeks-long resistance against the Russian army in the devastated port city.
Xi tells Putin China will keep backing Russia on 'sovereignty, security'
Chinese President Xi Jinping told his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in a call Wednesday that Beijing would keep backing Moscow on "sovereignty and security", according to state media.
La Liga confirms complaints to UEFA against City and PSG
La Liga confirmed on Wednesday it has filed complaints to UEFA about Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City "continuously breaching the current regulations of financial fair play".
Netflix seeks recruits for real-life 'Squid Game'
Want to play "Squid Game" for real? Netflix is looking for recruits to compete for millions of dollars -- and even promises not to have you violently murdered if you lose.
Ikea to 'scale down' Russia, Belarus operations over Ukraine war
Swedish furniture giant Ikea said Wednesday it would "scale down" its activities in Russia and Belarus, after putting them on hold following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Two political veterans face off in fight for Nigeria's presidency
When Nigeria's opposition named veteran operator Atiku Abubakar as its 2023 election candidate, ruling APC party chief Bola Tinubu quickly welcomed a chance to compete against a "worthy" opponent.
Spain bakes on fifth day of early heatwave
Spain's second heatwave in less than a month dragged on Wednesday for a fifth day, with temperatures expected to top 40 degrees Celsius in parts of the country as the mass of hot air pushed into France.
Ukraine pleads for western arms as Russia chokes frontline city
Ukraine pleaded with Western governments Wednesday to decide quickly on sending heavy weapons to shore up its faltering defences, as Russia said it would evacuate civilians from a frontline chemical plant.
Saudi seizes rainbow toys in 'homosexuality' crackdown
Saudi officials are seizing rainbow-coloured toys and articles of clothing from shops in the capital as part of a crackdown on homosexuality, state media reported.
Prosecutor calls for suspended sentence for Blatter, Platini
The Swiss prosecutor's office on Wednesday demanded an 18-month suspended jail sentence for Michel Platini and ex-president of FIFA Sepp Blatter, accusing them of fraud.
Thousands in anti-Rwanda rally in eastern DR Congo city
Several thousand people rallied Wednesday in the eastern DR Congo city of Goma to protest against Rwanda, a day after the government reiterated claims Kigali backed a notorious rebel group.
WTO talks extended in bid to seal elusive deals
The World Trade Organization's ministerial conference will run over into a fifth day Thursday in the hope of striking thus-far elusive deals on fishing subsidies, food security and combating Covid-19.
How did a Europe court halt Britain's Rwanda deportation flight?
A European court ruling sparked an embarrassing climbdown for the British government by forcing the cancellation of Britain's first deportation flight of asylum seekers to Rwanda.
Thailand takes step towards same-sex marriage with parliament vote
Thailand took a step towards marriage equality Wednesday as lawmakers gave initial approval to legalising same-sex unions, prompting celebrations outside the parliament building.
English bulldogs 'suffering', twice at risk of health issues
English bulldogs are twice as likely to get common health problems than other dogs, new research published Wednesday found, as vets urged people to look beyond the cuteness of flat-faced breeds to see that they are "suffering".
European equities rebound as ECB holds emergency meet
Europe's equities rebounded Wednesday as the European Central Bank began an emergency meet to discuss volatile eurozone bond markets and soaring inflation, while investors also braced for a major US rate hike.
EU takes legal action against UK for breaching N.Ireland agreement
The European Commission launched new legal action against Britain on Wednesday, accusing London of putting peace in Northern Ireland at risk by trying to overhaul the post-Brexit trade deal.
Tanzania targets internet giants with new tax
Tanzania will introduce a digital tax this year, the country's finance minister said, in a move targeting global internet giants offering services in the East African nation.
Calls in UK to ditch European rights pact after Rwanda plan blocked
Furious Conservatives called on Britain's government Wednesday to abandon a European human rights pact after a judge dramatically blocked its plan to fly asylum-seekers to Rwanda.
France claims capture of senior IS figure in Mali
French troops in Mali have captured a senior member of the Sahel affiliate of the Islamic State group, the French military said Wednesday.