Frankfurt extend coach Toppmoeller's deal until 2028
Eintracht Frankfurt on Thursday announced an extension to coach Dino Toppmoeller's contract by two years until 2028, days out from a season-defining match at Freiburg.
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Germany's Commerzbank staff protest UniCredit takeover threat
Dressed as a Gallic warrior fighting Roman invaders or wearing the yellow of the Commerzbank logo, employees from the German lender protested Thursday against any takeover attempt by Italy's UniCredit.
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To achieve peace, Syria must punish all crimes: rights lawyer
Lasting peace in Syria depends on the country building a strong judicial system giving justice to the victims of all crimes committed during the Assad era, a prominent Syrian human rights lawyer told AFP.
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Gaza air strikes kill 94 as manhunt unfolds in West Bank
Palestinian rescuers reported 94 people killed Thursday in Israeli strikes on blockaded Gaza, where a US-backed organisation said it intends to begin distributing aid by the end of the month.
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China warns Panama ports deal firms to 'proceed with caution'
China urged parties involved in Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison's sale of Panama Canal ports to exercise "caution" Thursday, warning of legal consequences should they proceed without clearance from Beijing.
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China's Alibaba says annual revenue up six percent year-on-year
Internet giant Alibaba posted on Thursday a six percent increase in annual revenue, the latest positive sign for China's tech sector despite persisting economic uncertainties.
Read moreRussia, Ukraine trade insults ahead of Turkey peace talks
Russia and Ukraine traded insults on Thursday as negotiators were due to meet in Turkey for the first direct peace talks in more than three years.
Read moreIndia and Pakistan trade accusations of nuclear arsenal mismanagement
India and Pakistan accused each other Thursday of failing to control their nuclear weapons, calling on the world to monitor their neighbour's arsenal just days after their most serious military confrontation in two decades.
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EU accuses TikTok of violating digital rules over ads
The EU accused TikTok on Thursday of breaking digital rules after concluding that the Chinese-owned social media platform is not transparent enough about advertisements.
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Scotland's Ferguson ends injury nightmare with Bologna cup triumph
Lewis Ferguson put his injury nightmare behind him on Wednesday when he won the Italian Cup with Bologna, ending the storied Serie A club's 51-year wait for a major honour with a 1-0 win over AC Milan.
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