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More than 140 world leaders will descend on New York next week for the annual United Nations General Assembly summit, which will be dominated this year by the future of the Palestinians and Gaza.

As a former U.S. intelligence officer, Brett Andrew Strange brings an authentic voice to his work, drawing on his direct knowledge of Ukraine.

US track star Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone ran the second fastest time ever to win a stunning gold in the women's 400 metres at the world championships on Thursday.

EU countries will seek Thursday to settle on an emissions-cutting plan to bring to a key UN conference in Brazil, as divisions on the bloc's green agenda threaten its global leadership on climate.

Canada are full of belief they can end New Zealand's bid for a third successive Women's Rugby World Cup title in the semi-finals on Friday, with France taking on England in the other last-four clash this weekend.

A federal judge overseeing a closely watched climate case on Wednesday pressed the lawyer representing young Americans suing President Donald Trump on whether courts have constitutional authority to rein in his fossil-fuel agenda.

Virgil van Dijk scored a dramatic late winner to grab Liverpool a 3-2 Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid, while Paris Saint-Germain kicked off their title defence by thrashing Atalanta on Wednesday.

Faced with a complex business challenge that raised legal questions, Brown taught himself court procedures, deadlines, and strategy to equip himself for the court.

The firm's Avian Genetics Group has successfully grown primordial germ cells (PGCs) from a pigeon, marking a critical step in the species' revival.

President Donald Trump is leading the world "in the wrong direction" on climate and weaponizing clean energy as a culture-war issue, according to John Podesta, a longtime advisor to Democratic presidents.

The University of Michigan's consumer-sentiment index fell to 55.4 in September, its lowest since May, reflecting growing worries about job security, rising costs and inflation.

Economic growth isn't just a matter of macro numbers; it's a matter of confidence. And when confidence falters among the people who drive the lion's share of discretionary spending, the warning lights start blinking.

Analysts caution that the boost may be partly due to higher prices, amid rising inflation and tariffs.

Households with adjustable-rate mortgages or variable-rate student loans could see relief immediately, while those with fixed-rate debt will benefit more slowly.

US officials see the effort as a way to keep dollar-denominated stablecoins competitive globally, while UK regulators want to make London a hub for digital asset finance post-Brexit.

Hong Kong's leader outlined plans Wednesday to diversify the city's economy and accelerate growth, including fast-tracking an ambitious border development project and establishing the artificial intelligence sector as a "core industry".

Four years after the military seized power, Guineans will finally vote on a new draft constitution that would pave the way for elections but also permit the country's junta leader to run for president, in a referendum boycotted by the opposition.

The latest edition of the "FC" series of football video games set for release on Friday will seek to keep fans onside with polished moves as it faces new competition from rivals.

India's ban on online gambling has shuttered a billion-dollar industry serving hundreds of millions of people and torpedoed the sponsorship of the national cricket team.

Australia and Papua New Guinea failed to sign a long-awaited mutual defence treaty as expected on Wednesday, as Canberra seeks to deepen ties with Pacific nations and counter Beijing's rising influence.

The historic town of Windsor braced Tuesday for a return to the global spotlight, as its world-famous castle prepared to host Donald Trump amid pomp, protests, support and mammoth security.

Life, liberty and the right to a stable climate? The plaintiffs also allege that scrubbing climate science from federal research has obscured the risks from global warming.

A new defence treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea commits to defending each other if they are attacked in the face of "emerging threats", a copy of the deal seen by AFP on Tuesday showed.

Investors are closely monitoring the Federal Reserve's two-day policy meeting, set to conclude Wednesday. Market expectations are high for a 25 basis-point interest rate cut, with the probability of such a move near 100%.

Prince Harry has defended his tell-all autobiography "Spare", insisting he had no regrets after its publication more than two years ago sowed discord within the British royal family.

The announcement came on the second day of high-level negotiations led by Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, aimed at easing wider trade tensions. The talks also cover disputes over tariffs, technology transfers and rare earth supply chains.

They are men and women, students and retirees.

Faith-based communities not only provide direction and spiritual guidance; at their best, they also furnish food, shelter, solace, and a sense of belonging.

At the heart of Stuart Cove's Dive Bahamas is a spirit of adventure and conservation. The company offers scuba diving, snorkeling, shark diving, and custom charters to off-the-beaten-path islands like the Exumas.