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Economy
Global stock markets rose as oil prices slipped on Wednesday ahead of the Federal Reserve's decision on US interest rates, with policymakers seeking to tame surging inflation in the world's largest economy.
September 16, 2026
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The Saudi-led coalition battling Yemen's Houthis accused them on Wednesday of targeting Islam's holy city Mecca, sparking outrage across the Muslim world.
September 16, 2026
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Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte appeared in person at the International Criminal Court for the first time Wednesday, as he faces charges over his "war on drugs" that killed thousands.
September 16, 2026
Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte appeared in person at the International Criminal Court for the first time Wednesday, as he faces charges over his "war on drugs" that killed thousands.
September 16, 2026
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen raised the prospect Wednesday of Canada becoming the 27-nation bloc's first "associate member', as she pitched closer cooperation on tech, defence and energy to Canadian leader Mark Carney.
September 16, 2026
Politics
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told AFP in an exclusive interview he wants to reach a security agreement with Israel once it withdraws from the south, and is determined to disarm Hezbollah without resorting to confrontation.
September 16, 2026
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Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's rise has intensified the battle for places in India's line-up but Sanju Samson, competing with the batting prodigy for the opener's slot, says he relishes the challenge.
September 16, 2026
Politics
Equity markets climbed on Wednesday as investors geared up for an expected interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve later in the day, with sentiment boosted by a drop in oil prices following their recent run-up.
September 16, 2026
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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.
September 16, 2026
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- Brazilian voters the latest to eye Bukele security model with envy
- Zverev, Shelton back on court for Davis Cup qualifiers
- EU chief hosts Canada's Carney in push to 'deepen' alliance
- Peace is a 'dangerous' word in Russian city heading to polls
- EU chief to unveil social media, gaming curbs for under-15s
- Meta chief pushes back on AI slowdown calls
- Saudi says Houthis target Mecca, warn of 'red line'