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Trump's new press secretary faces scrutiny over credentials

The White House was facing mounting questions Wednesday over new press secretary Katie Zacharia's legal credentials, after a faltering first day in the job when she gave an inconclusive answer about where she had passed the bar exam.

US Treasury chief urges stronger IMF role against 'distortionary policies'

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called Wednesday for the IMF to do more in tackling "distortionary policies" that impact competition, a comment that appears directed at China.

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Kenya fuel prices hit all-time high

The cost of fuel in Kenya hit a record high on Friday after the energy regulator revised pump prices, adding to the economic hardship facing millions of people.

Kremlin says signed 'no agreements' with North Korea during Kim visit

The Kremlin said Friday that no agreements had been signed during North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's ongoing visit to Russia, amid Western concern that the two isolated countries could be preparing an arms deal.

Stock markets rally on China data, hope of rates pause

Stock markets rallied Friday as forecast-busting Chinese data boosted hopes the world's number-two economy may be stabilising after an extended slowdown.

Inside the S. Korean factory that could be key for Ukraine

At a sprawling South Korean arms factory, a high-tech production line of robots and super-skilled workers were rapidly churning out weapons Friday that could, eventually, play a role in Ukraine.

Russian central bank raises key rate amid weaker ruble

Russia's central bank raised its key interest rate for the third time in two months on Friday as it grapples with higher inflation and a weaker ruble.

Pressure eases as Italian island begins migrant transfer to Sicily

Thousands of migrants began departing the Italian island of Lampedusa Friday for Sicily, alleviating strain on the hotspot where record recent arrivals equalled the tiny island's population.

Afghan-Pakistan border crossing reopens a week after fighting

The main border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan reopened to pedestrians and vehicles on Friday, more than a week after it was closed following a gun battle between frontier guards.

Markets join global rally as China data beats forecasts

Markets rallied Friday as forecast-busting Chinese data boosted hopes the world's number-two economy may be stabilising after an extended slowdown.

Blocked Thai PM challenger Pita resigns as party leader

Pita Limjaroenrat, whose reformist party won the most seats at Thailand's national elections in May, resigned as its leader on Friday.

Sudan refugees bring off-season tourism to Egypt's Aswan

Thousands fleeing war in Sudan have taken refuge in the Egyptian city of Aswan on the Nile, where families are helping keep the tourism industry afloat far from the horrors they left behind.

Kim visits military aviation plant in Russia's far east

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived at a Russian industrial city to visit a military aviation factory on Friday, Russian agencies reported, following his summit with President Vladimir Putin.

Hunter charges don't worry Biden audience, but economy does

Jogging to the podium, US President Joe Biden didn't betray any concern that his son had just been indicted on gun charges -- and nor did the audience.

Brazil court convicts first defendants in pro-Bolsonaro riots

In the first verdicts over riots by supporters of Brazil's far-right ex-President Jair Bolsonaro, the Supreme Court sentenced two defendants Thursday to heavy jail terms on charges including an attempted coup.

Bahrain activist says to return home for father despite arrest fears

A Bahraini activist fears she may spend years in prison after she returns this week to support her father, a jailed pro-democracy protest leader who she says is on hunger strike.

Drones, Kalashnikovs as learning material for Ukraine teens

Firing a rifle, stripping down a Kalashnikov or learning how to pilot a drone: it is all in a day's training a year and seven months into a war which is only too real for a dozen-strong group of teens in Lviv, western Ukraine.

Biden's son Hunter indicted on gun charges

US President Joe Biden's son Hunter was indicted Thursday for illegally buying a gun five years ago at a time when he admits he was using drugs heavily.

Brazil court sentences first defendant in pro-Bolsonaro riots to 17 years

Brazil's Supreme Court announced a 17-year jail term Thursday for the first defendant tried and convicted over the storming of the seats of power by supporters of far-right ex-president Jair Bolsonaro.

China trying to headhunt UK citizens, says UK govt

China is targeting top British officials to access secrets, the government in London said on Thursday, as it responded to criticisms about its policies towards the Asian superpower.

Putin, Kim gifted each other rifles, Putin to visit North Korea

Vladimir Putin and Kim Jung Un gifted each other rifles when they met in Far Eastern Russia, the Kremlin said on Thursday, confirming the isolated Russian leader will visit North Korea as Moscow woos another pariah state.

Africa Union tests diplomatic muscle with G20 entry

The Africa Union's entry into the G20 group of the world's most powerful economies highlights the continent's growing influence and gives its leaders a stronger voice in global decision-making.

Italian island struggles as migrant surge doubles population

The tiny Italian island of Lampedusa struggled Thursday to cope with a surge in migrant boats from North Africa after numbers peaked at 7,000 people -- equivalent to the entire local population.

Behind bars in Iran, leading activist insists change 'irreversible'

She has not seen her children for eight years, has spent most of her recent life in prison and acknowledges there is no immediate prospect of release.

Suu Kyi party says Myanmar junta depriving her of medical care

Myanmar's junta is endangering the life of jailed democracy figurehead Aung San Suu Kyi, her political party said on Thursday, accusing the military of depriving her of medical care and food.

Maduro says to send first Venezuelan to the Moon 'soon'

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has said his country could soon send its first astronauts to the Moon in a Chinese spacecraft following a scientific cooperation agreement reached with President Xi Jinping.

Biden says 'not focused' on Republicans' impeachment probe

US President Joe Biden said Wednesday he was "not focused" on an impeachment inquiry announced a day earlier by Republican lawmakers, as his White House blasted "baseless" allegations of wrongdoing.

Putin accepts Kim's invitation to visit North Korea

Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation to visit North Korea, Pyongyang's state media said Thursday, as Kim Jong Un wrapped up a rare trip to meet with his ally.

'Embrace the hate': Ukraine military's trans spokesperson

When Sarah Ashton-Cirillo, a trans woman from Nevada, came to Ukraine in March 2022 she planned to report on refugees.

Iran on alert ahead of Mahsa Amini's death anniversary

Iran's government has warned it will not tolerate any signs of "instability" as the first anniversary nears of the death of Mahsa Amini and the months-long protests it sparked.

Biden did nothing wrong, W.House says on impeachment probe

The White House on Wednesday rejected "baseless" allegations of wrongdoing against US President Joe Biden after Republican lawmakers launched an impeachment inquiry against him.

Russia's Putin accepts Kim's invitation to visit N. Korea

Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation to visit North Korea, Pyongyang state media said Thursday, as he and Kim Jong Un toasted "cooperation and friendship between our countries" during a meeting in Russia.

Chip designer Arm targets $52 bn valuation in year's largest IPO

British chip designer Arm is targeting a valuation of more than $52 billion for its initial public offering (IPO) on the Nasdaq exchange on Thursday, according to a company press release.

Brazil opens trials over pro-Bolsonaro riots

Brazil's Supreme Court opened the first trials Wednesday over the January 8 riots by supporters of far-right ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, putting four accused in the dock in one of the buildings invaded that day.

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