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Macau holds first closed-door national security trial
Macau was to start its first national security trial behind closed doors on Wednesday, in a case against a former pro-democracy lawmaker charged with subversion.
Hong Kong unveils plan to align economy with China's goals
Hong Kong's government unveiled plans on Wednesday to significantly boost investment on innovation and technology as it aims to align the financial hub with mainland China's development goals.
Peace is a 'dangerous' word in Russian city heading to polls
"Terrified" by escalating Ukrainian drone attacks, locals in the Russian city of Tambov head to parliamentary elections this weekend under no illusions that the pro-peace candidate stands a chance of victory.
Saudi says Houthis target Mecca, warn of 'red line'
The Saudi-led coalition battling Yemen's Houthis accused the rebels on Wednesday of targeting Islam's holy city Mecca, sparking outrage across the Muslim world and deepening the conflict roiling the region.
Asian stocks stutter as traders prepare for Fed decision
Asian stocks struggled Wednesday as investors prepare for an expected interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve later in the day, though there was a little support from a dip in oil prices following their recent run-up.
Saudi, Egypt demand open Red Sea as Riyadh vows response to Houthi attacks
Saudi Arabia and Egypt's leaders called on Tuesday for free navigation in the Red Sea, after Riyadh vowed a firm response to attacks by Yemen's Houthis, who now control the southern entrance to the key waterway.
AI giants pursue self-regulation as safety fears mount
The world's biggest AI companies are working on creating a standards body, ChatGPT-maker OpenAI said on Tuesday, as fears rise about the dangers of AI and pressure is on to create a safer version of the technology.
Maduro ally pleads guilty to US money laundering charges
Alex Saab, a former Venezuelan minister and close ally of ousted president Nicolas Maduro, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to money laundering under a deal with US prosecutors, court filings showed.
Finnish president Stubb speaks to AFP about Trump, Russia and saunas
Finnish President Alexander Stubb said Donald Trump "pretty much does what he wants" and recommended staying calm in a world on edge, preferably with a sauna, in a freewheeling interview to AFP on Tuesday.
US judge rules Trump's name must remain off Kennedy Center
A US federal judge ruled Tuesday that President Donald Trump's name cannot be added back onto the Kennedy Center's exterior, rebuking the storied cultural institution's new board for trying to circumvent an earlier order.
Carney sells Canada to global investors but says US ties still key
Prime Minister Mark Carney pitched Canada as an investment haven Tuesday at a gathering of global financial elite, but conceded ties with the United States remained crucial despite an escalating trade war.
Trump slams Supreme Court over 'horrible' mail-in ballot ruling
US President Donald Trump blasted the Supreme Court on Tuesday after it blocked his divisive plan to restrict mail-in ballots, launching a rare and blistering attack on the justices he hand-picked in his first term.
EU calls Russia 'reckless' after flares fired at Danish helicopter
The European Union accused Russia on Tuesday of the "reckless" firing of flares at a Danish frigate which, with the shooting down of a drone over Lithuania, heightened the continent's anxiety over the Ukraine-Russia war.
Saudi, Egypt demand open Red Sea, as Riyadh vows to hit back against Houthis
Saudi Arabia and Egypt's leaders called on Tuesday for free navigation in the Red Sea, after Riyadh vowed a firm response to attacks by Yemen's Houthis, who now control the southern entrance to the key waterway.
Trump slams 'horrible' Supreme Court mail-in ballot ruling
US President Donald Trump assailed the Supreme Court on Tuesday after it denied his request to lift an order halting his divisive plan to restrict mail-in voting -- accusing the court of allowing itself to be cowed by Democrats.
Canada remains 'most important partner' for US in 'key areas': Carney
Canada will remain a crucial partner for the United States in "key areas," Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday as he addressed a meeting of top global investors.
China warns against space 'battlefield' after US says weapons deployed
China Tuesday warned against turning outer space into a "battlefield" and Russia said it must be "free from any weapon" after the United States confirmed for the first time that it has arms deployed in orbit above the Earth.
Denmark says Russian frigate fired flares at helicopter
Denmark and Russia were at a war of words Tuesday after Danish authorities accused a Russian frigate of firing flares at a Danish military helicopter.
Markets on edge as US Fed meets to tackle high inflation
Oil prices jumped, US bond yields rallied and equities retreated Tuesday, as the Federal Reserve looked set to hike interest rates with high inflation and AI concerns dominating market sentiment.
Prominent Greek neo-Nazi exits prison, vows return to politics
The former spokesman of Greek neo-Nazi party Golden Dawn, Ilias Kasidiaris, was released from prison Tuesday and vowed a return to politics, having already drawn attention from Elon Musk.
Ukraine winemakers defy war to make a splash at home
As this year's harvest season entered full swing, a winery in western Ukraine had an additional task to oversee: installing solar panels to help it weather blackouts caused by Russian military strikes.
'Obsessed': explosive state crime inquiry grips South Africa
At 9:30 most mornings, Mulumbwa Luchen settles in front of the television to binge on an unlikely hit: South Africa's judicial inquiry into corruption and crime.
Prominent Greek neo-Nazi exits prison, vows return to politics: AFP
The former spokesman of Greek neo-Nazi party Golden Dawn, Ilias Kasidiaris, was released from prison Tuesday and vowed a return to politics, having already drawn attention from Elon Musk.
Saudi Arabia vows to respond 'firmly' to Houthi attacks
Saudi Arabia vowed Tuesday to respond "firmly" to attacks by Yemen's Houthis, after the Iran-backed fighters wounded 13 people in the kingdom in an assault using ballistic missiles and drones.
US military confirms Iran war has led to munitions shortfall
The United States is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of its war against Iran, the Defense Department's inspector general confirmed Monday, contrasting with President Donald Trump's assertions of full stocks.
Canada ends refugee family sponsorship exemption over integrity concerns
Canada’s immigration department says potential integrity concerns prompted it to end an exemption that allowed certain refugees to sponsor family members omitted from their original permanent residency applications.
Saudi Arabia warns it will react 'firmly' to Houthi attacks
Saudi Arabia warned Tuesday it will react "firmly" to Yemen's Houthis, after a series of attacks carried out by the pro-Iranian rebels using ballistic missiles and drones wounded 13 civilians in the country's south.
Video documents rescue of injured US airman from Iran
Newly released aerial footage documents the US operation to rescue an injured Air Force officer who spent about 50 hours in Iran after his F-15E was shot down.
Trump says he will decide whether US pursues Iran deal
President Donald Trump said on September 14 that Iran wanted an agreement and that he would decide whether the United States took part in efforts to reach one.
Drone shot down by NATO over Lithuania
NATO fighter jets shot down a drone over Lithuania, the Baltic state's president said Tuesday, in the latest security incident on the alliance's eastern flank during Russia's war with Ukraine.
Doomers and boosters: who's who in the AI wars
The furious debate over artificial intelligence has hardened into warring camps -- and a cautious middle.
EU extends Russia sanction deadline
EU countries on Monday delayed a deadline for prolonging sanctions on Russia over the Ukraine war after France pushed for billionaire Alisher Usmanov to be removed from a blacklist.