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Kirk killing sparks fierce US free speech debate
For Americans, the words are practically sacred: the First Amendment to the US Constitution guarantees freedom of speech.

Eying bottom line, US media giants bow to Trump
The suspension by Disney-owned ABC of talk show host Jimmy Kimmel is the latest surrender by a US media giant to pressure from the Trump administration, putting the bottom line over free speech.

Indie studio bets on new game after buying freedom from Sega
French developer Amplitude knows that "every game could be the last" as it prepares a big bet on a new strategy title less than a year after buying its independence back from Sega.

Marseille hoping to catch PSG at the right time in Ligue 1
Marseille play host to Paris Saint-Germain in French football's biggest club fixture on Sunday, and are hoping it is the ideal time to face the reigning European champions.

Japan inflation slows in August, rice price surges ease
Inflation in Japan slowed to 2.7 percent in August due partly to government energy subsidies, official data showed Friday, with the cost of rice easing following a huge price spike.

Court seizes assets of Maradona's lawyer, sisters in fraud case
Argentinian officials seized assets Thursday from two of deceased soccer idol Diego Maradona's sisters, as well as his attorney and three other individuals, alleging fraudulent management of the player's brand, according to a ruling obtained by AFP.

Theometrics Global Partners With Acclaimed Designer Cristina Zavati to Launch 'MeaDea by Theo,' Championing Resilience at New York Fashion Week
"As the world sees the glamour of Fashion Week on the world's biggest stage, let us recognize the blood, sweat, and tears that designers and models have to overcome," said Sotirios Hristos Stathopoulos (aka Sam Stathis). September is Suicide Awareness Month and Theometrics Global has consistently raised awareness for this cause, as it did in the 2023 fashion weeks in New York, Milan, and Paris. "They used the song 'Supergirls Don't Cry' because you can tell by their eyes, they are my Supergirls - and superheroes don't cry. We want those struggling to know it's okay to cry and that there is strength in reaching out to someone."

RFK Jr panelists make initial changes to childhood vaccine schedule
A US medical panel handpicked by President Donald Trump's health secretary made its first alteration to the standard childhood vaccine schedule on Thursday, as public health experts fear more changes that flout prevailing medical advice are in the pipeline.

RFK Jr panelists make first changes to childhood vaccine advice
A US medical panel handpicked by President Donald Trump's health secretary made its first alteration to the childhood vaccine schedule on Thursday, as public health experts fear more changes that flout prevailing medical advice are in the pipeline.

Progress stalled on Canada's pollution reduction goal
The Canadian Climate Institute said Thursday the country's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions "flatlined" in 2024, and it may not meet its 2030 climate goals.

UN Security Council votes on reimposing Iran nuclear sanctions
The United Nations Security Council will vote Friday on reimposing deep economic sanctions on Iran over its resurgentnuclear program.

Depleted France eager to 'throw sand in England's machine' in World Cup semi-final
France will try to "throw a bit of sand in England's machine" during Saturday's Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final in Bristol.

Barcelona beat Newcastle, Man City see off Napoli in Champions League
Marcus Rashford scored twice as Barcelona kicked off their Champions League bid with a 2-1 victory away to Newcastle United on Thursday, while Erling Haaland notched his 50th goal in the competition in Manchester City's win over Napoli.

Texans' Ward won't face domestic violence charges
Houston Texans safety Jimmie Ward will not face criminal domestic violence charges after a grand jury in Texas declined to indict him.

Alcaraz headlines Team Europe in Laver Cup title defense
World number one Carlos Alcaraz returns to the court in the wake of his US Open triumph on Friday when he headlines a Team Europe side aiming to retain the Laver Cup title against Team World.

Rashford bags first Barca goals to seal win at Newcastle
Marcus Rashford scored his first goals for Barcelona as the England forward's brilliant brace inspired a 2-1 win against Newcastle in the Champions League on Thursday.

Haaland hits 50 Champions League goals in Man City cruise over 10-man Napoli
Erling Haaland became the fastest player to reach 50 Champions League goals as Manchester City profited from Giovanni Di Lorenzo's early red card to beat Napoli 2-0 on Thursday.

Dodgers pitching icon Kershaw to retire - club
Los Angeles Dodgers pitching great Clayton Kershaw, a three-time Cy Young Award-winner who helped the Dodgers to two World Series titles, says he will retire after this Major League Baseball season.

Eagles seek answers against Rams in battle of NFL unbeatens
Philadelphia quarterback Jalen Hurts says the Super Bowl champion Eagles have room for improvement as they host the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday aiming to improve to 3-0 in the young NFL season.

Afghanistan crash out of Asia Cup after six-wicket loss to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka chased down a daunting target of 170 with six wickets in hand to knock Afghanistan out of the Asia Cup in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.

EU states agree broad UN emissions target avoiding 'embarrassment'
The EU agreed on a broad emissions-cutting target on Thursday to bring to a UN conference in Brazil, sparing the bloc potential diplomatic embarrassment but risking its reputation as a climate champion.

US regulator sues Ticketmaster over 'illegal' ticket schemes
A top US regulator on Thursday sued Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation, alleging the ticketing giant conspired with brokers to inflate concert ticket prices and deceive consumers with hidden fees.

US small businesses slam Trump tariffs as legal fight proceeds
When businessman Travis McMaster shifted more manufacturing of his products out of China, and into India, he had sought to avoid growing tensions between Washington and Beijing.

All smiles as Melania and Kate meet kids in first public event
They are two of the world's most high-profile women -- yet have carefully guarded their private lives.

EU states agree 'face-saving' broad UN emissions-cutting target
The EU agreed a broad emissions-cutting target on Thursday to bring to a UN conference in Brazil, sparing the bloc potential diplomatic embarrassment but risking its reputation as a climate champion.

Madonna to release new album next year
Madonna, the best-selling female artist of all time, said Thursday she will release a new dance music album next year.

Colombian court issues first sentences for ex-soldiers over civilian killings
A Colombian tribunal on Thursday issued its first sentences for former soldiers over the killing of civilians during the country's decades-long armed conflict, ordering 12 of them to carry out work including building memorials for their victims.

Chip-maker Nvidia takes stake in rival Intel
Shares in chipmaker Intel skyrocketed on Thursday after AI giant Nvidia announced it would invest $5 billion in its struggling rival.
Putin has let me down, says Trump at end of UK state visit
Donald Trump warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin had "really let me down" after he met Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday, the final day of the US president's historic UK state visit.

Melania's hat, Epstein's ghost: takeaways from Trump's UK visit
Pomp and politics, warm words, tech deals and a sumptuous state banquet. Britain pulled out all the stops to welcome US President Donald Trump.

UN Security Council to vote on Iran nuclear sanctions Friday
The UN Security Council will vote Friday on whether to reimpose sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program, the Council's rotating presidency said, after Britain, France and Germany triggered the vote.

AI-backed robot painting aims to boost artist income
Montreal-based artist Audrey-Eve Goulet was initially uncertain as she watched an AI-powered robotic arm reproduce one of her works, but said the outcome was "really impressive."