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EU predicts less eurozone 2026 growth due to trade tensions
The EU on Monday cut its eurozone growth forecast for 2026 as risks from international trade and geopolitical tensions weigh on Europe's economy.
Economy
Swiss growth suffered from US tariffs in Q3: data
Switzerland's economy contracted in the third quarter of the year, suffering from high US tariffs which abruptly curtailed exports across the Atlantic, the economy ministry said on Monday.
Bangladesh ex-PM sentenced to death for crimes against humanity
A Bangladesh court on Monday sentenced ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity, with cheers breaking out in the packed court as the judge read out the verdict.
Boulevard
Singapore jails 'attention seeking' Australian over Ariana Grande incident
A Singapore court sentenced an Australian man to nine days in jail on Monday for rushing film star Ariana Grande at the Asian premiere of "Wicked: For Good" last week.
Culture
Tom Cruise receives honorary Oscar for illustrious career
US actor Tom Cruise received an honorary Oscar on Sunday evening, the first golden statue of his decades-long career, to a standing ovation from Hollywood's elite.
Politics
Fury in China over Japan PM's Taiwan comments
Chinese media and ordinary citizens expressed outrage Monday towards Japan, as an escalating diplomatic spat threatens to wreck relations strained by historical grievances and strategic rivalry.
Economy
Carbon capture promoters turn up in numbers at COP30: NGO
Companies and groups backing carbon-capture technology, which critics slam as an excuse to keep burning fossil fuels, have deployed more than 500 participants to the COP30 climate talks, according to a list compiled by an NGO and shared exclusively with AFP.
Japan-China spat over Taiwan comments sinks tourism stocks
Japanese tourism and retail shares dived on Monday after China warned its citizens to avoid the tourist hotspot in a spat over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on Taiwan.
Sports
No Wemby, no Castle, no problem as NBA Spurs rip Kings
With Victor Wembanyama out and Stephon Castle lost to a hip injury, the San Antonio Spurs still managed to cruise past Sacramento 123-110 in the NBA on Sunday.
Politics
In reversal, Trump supports House vote to release Epstein files
US President Donald Trump said Sunday he backed lawmakers' efforts to release more files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, despite previous opposition to the measure.
Sports
Gauff-led holders USA to face Spain, Argentina at United Cup
Top seeds and two-time champions the United States, spearheaded by Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz, were drawn Monday alongside Spain and Argentina for their defence of the mixed-teams United Cup in Australia.
Ecuador voters reject return of US military bases
Ecuadoran voters roundly rejected the return of US military bases to the country in a referendum Sunday, a major political blow to Trump-friendly President Daniel Noboa.
Sports
Bodyline and Bradman to Botham and Stokes: five great Ashes series
England and Australia begin the latest edition of the Ashes in Perth on Friday with the visitors looking to wrestle back the urn for the first time since 2015.
Sports
Iran girls kick down social barriers with karate
As the referee's whistle signalled the start of the match, two five-year-old Iranian girls faced off, delivering a closely watched karate bout to a captivated audience -- a sign of the changing attitude toward martial arts in the Islamic Republic in recent years.
Politics
Asian markets struggle as fears build over tech rally, US rates
Asian markets struggled Monday on simmering concerns that the Federal Reserve will not cut interest rates as hoped next month, while fears of a bubble continue to weigh on sentiment.
Sports
Australia's 'Dad's Army' ready to show experience counts in Ashes
Australia head into the Ashes with an ageing "Dad's Army" group of players and concerns about a lack of depth to follow in their footsteps, but chief selector George Bailey is adamant the team's veteran core still has what it takes.
Politics
UN Security Council set to vote on international force for Gaza
The UN Security Council is set to vote Monday on a US-drafted resolution bolstering Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, especially the deployment of an international force, as Washington warns that a failure to act could lead to renewed fighting.
Economy
Japan-China spat sinks tourism stocks
Japanese tourism and retail shares fell sharply on Monday after China warned its citizens to avoid travelling to the East Asian country in a spat over comments by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi about Taiwan.
Politics
Ecuador voters set to reject return of US military bases
Ecuadoran voters appeared poised Sunday to reject the return of US military bases, according to early referendum results, a damaging blow to Trump-friendly President Daniel Noboa.
Politics
Trump signals possible US talks with Venezuela's Maduro
Donald Trump suggested Sunday that future talks with Venezuelan counterpart Nicolas Maduro could be on the table, as a regional US military buildup has whipped up tensions between the nations.
Sports
Australian Paralympics gold medallist Greco dies aged 28
Australian Paralympics gold medal-winning cyclist Paige Greco has died aged 28 after a "sudden medical episode", her family said Monday.
Leftist, far-right candidates go through to Chilean presidential run-off
Chile's leftist former labor minister Jeannette Jara and far-right leader Jose Antonio Kast will go head-to-head in a presidential run-off after topping Sunday's first round of voting in an election dominated by violent crime.
Economy
Zelensky in Paris to seek air defence help for Ukraine
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky visits Paris on Monday in a new bid to secure weaponry to defend his country against increasingly lethal Russian missile and drone attacks.
Boulevard
Bangladesh verdict due in ex-PM's crimes against humanity trial
Bangladeshi judges will deliver their verdict on Monday in the crimes against humanity trial of fugitive former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, a highly anticipated ruling before the first polls since her overthrow.
Politics
A pragmatic communist and a far-right leader: Chile's presidential finalists
A consensus-driven communist and a far-right law-and-order candidate vowing mass migrant deportations will duel for president of Chile after topping a first round of voting on Sunday.
Sports
England ready for World Cup after perfect campaign
England wrapped up their flawless World Cup qualifying campaign with a record-setting 2-0 win against Albania on Sunday.
Health
Cervical cancer vaccine push has saved 1.4 million lives: Gavi
A three-year campaign to bring vaccines against human papillomavirus (HPV) to low-income countries has prevented 1.4 million cervical cancer deaths, the vaccine alliance Gavi said Monday.
Education
Icarus' Future: A Miami-Born Campaign Telling COP30 Leaders Our Children's Future is at Stake - Just Won Seven LUUM Awards
World leaders must choose children, not oil profits. COP30 President: kick lobbyists out & end subsidies - https://act4icarus.org #EveryHeartbeatMatters #COP30
Technology
Graid Technology Finalizes Intel VROC Licensing Agreement, Expanding Leadership in Enterprise Storage Solutions
"This agreement represents an exciting new chapter for Graid Technology and for the global ecosystem that relies on Intel® VROC," said Leander Yu, CEO of Graid Technology. "Finalizing the deal allows us to ensure long term continuity for existing customers while also accelerating innovation and value creation across the enterprise storage market."
Sports
World champion Liu wins Skate America women's crown
Reigning world champion Alysa Liu of the United States captured the Skate America women's crown on Sunday while compatriots Madison Chock and Evan Bates took the ice dance title.
Politics
Leftist leads Chile presidential poll, faces run-off against far right
Leftist former labor minister Jeannette Jara and far-right leader Jose Antonio Kast were leading the country's presidential race on Sunday, according to partial results, which show them heading to a December run-off.
Haaland's Norway thump sorry Italy to reach first World Cup since 1998
Norway qualified for their first World Cup since 1998 after Erling Haaland struck again in a 4-1 thumping of Italy on Sunday which sealed a spot in next summer's finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico.