In Angola, Biden promises to invest differently to China
President Joe Biden will make the case on Wednesday in Angola that the United States must do better rather than more than China to regain influence in Africa.
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Syrian army launches counteroffensive against rebels
Syrian government forces launched a counterattack against Islamist-led rebels around the key city of Hama on Wednesday after suffering a string of staggering losses, a war monitor said.
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Evenepoel says 'long journey' ahead after postal van collision
Double Olympic road cycling champion Remco Evenepoel says he faces "a long journey" after breaking a hand, ribs and shoulder blade in a collision with the door of a postal van during a training ride.
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South Korea's day of rage as Yoon's martial law founders
South Koreans took to the streets Wednesday for a day of rage laser-focused on President Yoon Seok Yeol, whose failed attempt at imposing martial law sparked anger and dismay in the vibrant democracy.
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UK police question killer nurse Letby over further baby deaths
Lucy Letby, the most prolific child serial killer in modern British history, has been questioned in prison over further baby deaths and collapses at two hospitals where she worked, police said Wednesday.
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Cameroon curator Kouoh is first African woman to lead Venice Biennale
The Cameroonian curator Koyo Kouoh has been appointed the first African woman to lead the Venice Biennale, one of the world's most important contemporary art shows.
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'World on fire': UN seeks $47 bn for aid in 2025
The UN on Wednesday appealed for more than $47 billion to deliver vital aid next year in a world ravaged by surging conflicts and the climate crisis, but warned many in need would not be reached.
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OECD warns of protectionism weeks before Trump return
The OECD warned Wednesday that protectionist trade measures pose a major risk to disrupting the world economy, just weeks before Donald Trump is set to return to the White House.
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Dutch F1 Grand Prix to end in 2026: organisers
The home Grand Prix of Formula One's Dutch World Champion Max Verstappen will come to an end in 2026, organisers said on Wednesday.
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Gunman held after failed attack on Sikh leader in India
A gunman who attempted to shoot a Sikh political leader at the faith's holiest shrine in India was arrested Wednesday after the thwarted attack, police said.
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