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Canadian mining giant says nearing deal on huge Panama pit
The Canadian mining giant First Quantum Minerals said Tuesday it is close to an agreement with Panama to avert the closure of Central America's largest copper mine.
UN decries 'intolerable' loss of 5 million children in 2021
An estimated five million children under the age of five died in 2021, the United Nations said Tuesday, urging health care investment in underserved communities around the globe to avoid this "immense, intolerable and mostly preventable loss of life."
Strikes called as Macron presses ahead with French pension reform
French trade unions called for strikes and protests Tuesday after President Emmanuel Macron's government announced plans to raise the retirement age, setting the stage for a bitter fight and weeks of disruption.
EU tells TikTok chief to respect data privacy laws
The European Union warned online giant TikTok on Tuesday to respect EU law and ensure the safety of European users' data, as the video-sharing app's CEO met with top officials in Brussels.
Fed official sees chance to lower inflation without major downturn
US unemployment has stayed low despite rising interest rates and easing inflation, representing a "hopeful sign" that consumer prices can come down without a significant downturn, a Federal Reserve official said Tuesday.
Suspected Russian accounts 'attack' Banksy Ukraine sale
Thousands of "hostile" web attacks launched from Russian IP addresses have targeted an online auction of prints by British graffiti artist Banksy in aid of Ukraine, the charity Legacy of War Foundation said Tuesday.
Key points from Prince Harry's memoir
Prince Harry's memoir "Spare" officially went on sale on Tuesday. Here are some notable details:
Stocks hesitant as traders eye US inflation, rates
Stock markets wavered on Tuesday as investors took a cautious stance after US officials indicated they were prepared to keep interest rates high to curb soaring inflation.
NATO, EU vow more support for Ukraine to defend itself
NATO and the EU vowed Tuesday to bolster their backing for Ukraine to fight off Russia's invasion and ramp up cooperation between Europe and the US-led alliance.
NGO chief Egeland presses Taliban to reverse ban on Afghan women staff
The head of a leading NGO has flown to Afghanistan to urge the Taliban to reverse their ban on Afghan women aid workers, warning that "lives will be lost" if they fail to do so.
Asian markets drift as rate fears deal blow to China-fuelled rally
Asian markets were mixed Tuesday as growing optimism over China's economic reopening was offset by warnings that US interest rates will continue to rise and stay elevated for some time.
Macron's reputation on the line with pension reform push
The French government is set to announce its proposals for overhauling the pension system on Tuesday, in a potentially explosive reform fraught with danger for President Emmanuel Macron.
Alpine tourists ski amid brown hillsides
Brown hillsides and slivers of snow -- a common sight across Europe's Alps, and a far cry from the winter wonderland tourists had banked on.
Novelist Paul Auster addresses US gun violence in new book
The popular US novelist Paul Auster is turning his sights on America's epidemic of gun violence in a hard-hitting, 100-page essay that features photos from mass shootings.
US stocks mixed as market mulls 'soft landing', dollar drops
Wall Street stocks were mixed at the end of Monday's session while the dollar retreated against major currencies, as markets weighed the odds that the US economy will achieve a desired "soft landing."
Top US court backs WhatsApp suit over Pegasus spyware
The US Supreme Court on Monday rejected a bid by NSO Group to block a WhatsApp lawsuit accusing the Israeli tech firm of allowing mass cyberespionage of journalists and human rights activists.
Belgium agrees with France's Engie to extend nuclear reactors
Belgium has agreed a deal with French energy firm Engie on extending the life of two nuclear reactors for a decade, the two sides said on Monday.
UK curbs energy bill support for businesses
Britain on Monday scaled back its energy bill support for businesses after warning that the current level of assistance was unsustainable for public finances.
UK unions left disappointed after pay talks with govt
UK trade unions branded talks Monday with the government to discuss pay rise demands across the public and private sector "disappointing", as workers prepare to stage the latest in months of damaging strikes.
EU, UK discuss N. Ireland post-Brexit trading problems
UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly on Monday met EU Commission Vice-President Maros Sefcovic to discuss problems in Northern Ireland surrounding post-Brexit trading arrangements.
Big Tech sued by Seattle schools over mental health 'crisis'
The public school district in the US city of Seattle has filed a lawsuit against big tech companies for allegedly causing mental harm, depression and anxiety among students.
US agency fines ex-McDonald's CEO for defrauding investors
US authorities on Monday fined former McDonald's CEO Stephen Easterbrook and barred him from serving as a public company officer for five years after accusing him of defrauding investors in connection with his termination in 2019.
Pakistan asks IMF for restructuring 'pause'
Pakistan's prime minister on Monday asked the IMF for a pause in its demands for economic reforms before releasing more financial aid, as the country tries to rebuild after catastrophic floods.
Stocks rise as horizon clears in China, US
Stock markets gained ground on Monday, building on hopes that China's economy will bounce with the easing of Covid rules, and that slowing inflation will stay the Federal Reserve's hand on interest rate hikes.
Ronaldo to earn 400 million euros in Saudi: club source
Footballer Christiano Ronaldo will earn 200 million euros to promote Saudi Arabia's joint 2030 World Cup bid in addition to his club salary, a source close to his club told AFP Monday.
Greek mother accused of killing daughters goes on trial
A 34-year-old mother accused of killing her three daughters over three years went on trial on Monday in Athens, in a case that has sparked outrage in Greece.
Profits up but outlook 'cautious' at Indian software giant TCS
India's largest software exporter Tata Consultancy Services on Monday reported higher earnings in the December quarter, but missed expectations and warned of a "cautious" business environment in the new year.
Rolls-Royce posts record car sales in 2022
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars sold a record number of its luxury vehicles last year, the UK-based group announced Monday, voicing "cautious" optimism for 2023 even as inflation remains sky-high.
Top restaurant noma to close at the end of 2024
Copenhagen restaurant noma, one of the world's top eateries with three Michelin stars, said Monday it would close at the end of 2024 to reinvent itself as a food laboratory.
Facebook wrong to remove 'death to Khameini' posts: watchdog
Facebook owner Meta should not have taken down posts featuring a slogan calling for the death of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Khameini, a watchdog said on Monday.
Stock markets extend gains on Fed hopes, China
Major stock markets mostly climbed Monday and oil prices rallied, building on optimism generated by China's Covid reopening and hopes the Federal Reserve will slow its pace of interest rate hikes.
AstraZeneca buys US biotech firm CinCor
Anglo-Swedish pharmaceuticals giant AstraZeneca on Monday agreed to buy US biotech company CinCor for $1.8 billion, expanding further into the field of heart and kidney drugs.