Italian PM slams 'shameful' release of alleged protest organiser
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday slammed a "shameful" decision by a judge dismissing accusations against a campaigner arrested on terrorism charges for allegedly seeking to organise violent protests.
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Bolsonaro's escape to the US: How it happened
Flavio Bolsonaro's clandestine escape to the United States bewildered Brazil and triggered a frantic search for his whereabouts.
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Hollywood producer Kennedy to head LA28 Olympic ceremony plans
Oscar-nominated film producer Kathleen Kennedy was named on Wednesday to oversee preparations for the opening and closing ceremonies at the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.
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Russell calls on Scotland to 'kick on' and beat big teams
Finn Russell is desperate to help Scotland produce the consistency needed to win a major tournament as he eyes his 100th cap heading into a year of major events culminating in the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.
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Djokovic wins Basel opener to boost ATP Finals bid
Novak Djokovic dug deep to overcome Ugo Humbert in three sets in his opening match in Basel on Wednesday, keeping his bid to qualify for the season-ending ATP Finals on course.
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Airbus aims for record deliveries despite disappointing quarter
European aircraft manufacturer Airbus said Wednesday its third quarter revenues dipped as it finished fewer planes, but insisted it would still deliver a record number this year.
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US Fed holds interest rates steady despite surging inflation
The US Federal Reserve on Wednesday held interest rates steady, in line with market expectations, days ahead of crucial midterm elections where surging inflation has been a key issue.
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Cuba wins UN vote against US embargo with weakest backing in 30 years
The UN General Assembly on Wednesday adopted a new resolution calling for an end to the US embargo against Cuba, although support for the communist-ruled island fell to its lowest level in three decades.
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Chiefs sign ex-Ravens kicker suspended over sex allegations
Former Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker was signed by the Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday after serving a 10-game NFL suspension for allegations of sexual misconduct made by multiple women.
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Real Madrid, La Liga apology over Mbappe shows power of Chinese market
Faced with a widespread boycott in China following the controversy sparked by Kylian Mbappe's comments about Mao Zedong, Real Madrid added its own apology on Tuesday.
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