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EU hits Musk's X with 120-mn-euro fine, sparking US ire
The European Union hit Elon Musk's X with a 120-million-euro ($140-million) fine Friday for breaking its digital rules, sparking an angry reaction from Washington.
US panel votes to end recommending all newborns receive hepatitis B vaccine
An advisory panel appointed by the Trump administration's vaccine-skeptic health secretary voted Friday to stop recommending that all newborns in the United States receive a hepatitis B vaccine.
Title favourite Norris reflects on 'positive' Abu Dhabi practice
Series leader Lando Norris topped opening practice at the decisive season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Friday but the McLaren driver cautioned "there’s nothing to smile about just yet".
Stocks consolidate as US inflation worries undermine Fed rate hopes
World stock markets gave a mixed picture Friday, with sentiment underpinned by hopes for sustained US central bank rate cuts, but nagging inflationary worries sparking some pre-weekend selling.
Volcanic eruptions may have brought Black Death to Europe
Previously unknown volcanic eruptions may have kicked off an unlikely series of events that brought the Black Death -- the most devastating pandemic in human history -- to the shores of mediaeval Europe, new research has revealed.
Arsenal the ultimate test for in-form Villa, says Emery
Unai Emery said the visit of Premier League leaders Arsenal on Saturday will be the acid test of Aston Villa's ambitions after his side stormed up to third in the table.
Emotions high, hope alive after Nigerian school abduction
Samaila Livinus has kept his grief locked inside -- trying hard to be strong while awaiting news about his five-year-old son who is among hundreds snatched from their dormitories in one of Nigeria's worst mass kidnappings.
Another original Hermes Birkin bag sells for $2.86 mn
A Hermes handbag that once belonged to Jane Birkin was sold for $2.86 million (2.45 million euros) at auction in Abu Dhabi on Friday, just months after the record-breaking sale of her first bag from the French brand, Sotheby's said Tuesday.
11 million flock to Notre-Dame in year since rising from devastating fire
A year after reopening to the public, Notre-Dame cathedral has drawn more than 11 million visitors, flocking to admire its restored pale stone and minimalist furnishings after the 2019 blaze that devastated the Paris landmark.
Gymnast Nemour lifts lid on 'humiliation, tears' on way to Olympic gold
Olympic gymnastics champion Kaylia Nemour on Friday spoke of the humiliation and violence she endured on her path to gold.
Lebanon president says country does not want war with Israel
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Friday told a United Nations Security Council delegation his country does not want war with Israel, days after civilian representatives from both sides held their first talks in decades.
France takes anti-drone measures after flight over nuclear sub base
The French military used anti-drone measures after five unmanned vehicles flew over a closely guarded base housing nuclear ballistic submarines, a source told AFP Friday.
Signing up to DR Congo peace is one thing, delivery another
Signing an accord is one thing but actual implementation of a peace deal inked Thursday in Washington to end the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) promises to be highly complex amid ongoing intense fighting.
'Amazing' figurines find in Egyptian tomb solves mystery
A treasure trove of 225 funerary figurines have been discovered inside a tomb in the ancient Egyptian capital of Tanis in the Nile Delta, a rare find that has also solved a long-running mystery.
Palestinians say Israeli army killed man in occupied West Bank
The Ramallah-based Palestinian health ministry said that Israeli forces killed a man in the northern occupied West Bank on Friday.
McLaren will make 'practical' call on team orders in Abu Dhabi, says boss Brown
McLaren boss Zak Brown on Friday confirmed his team will exercise team orders to secure the drivers' title in Sunday's decisive season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix if it becomes clear during the race that only one remains a contender.
Stocks rise as investors look to more Fed rate cuts
World stock markets mostly rose Friday as investors speculated that the US central bank will cut rates not just this month, but ease monetary policy again throughout next year.
Norris completes Abu Dhabi practice 'double top' to boost title bid
Series leader Lando Norris completed a 'double top' to boost his bid for a maiden drivers' world championship ahead of title rival Max Verstappen in Friday's twilight second practice for this weekend's decisive season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Chiba leads Liu at skating's Grand Prix Final
Japan's Mone Chiba moved into first ahead of world champion Alysa Liu after the Grand Prix Final short programme on Friday, as a tearful Kaori Sakamoto had a night to forget.
Meta partners with news outlets to expand AI content
Meta announced Friday it will integrate content from major news organizations into its artificial intelligence assistant to provide Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp users with real-time information.
Mainoo 'being ruined' at Man Utd: Scholes
Manchester United great Paul Scholes says Kobbie Mainoo is "being ruined" by his lack of chances under Ruben Amorim, suggesting his best option is to leave Old Trafford.
Sri Lanka issues fresh landslide warnings as death toll hits 607
Heavy rains triggered fresh landslide warnings in Sri Lanka’s worst-affected central hills on Friday, as the death toll from last week’s Cyclone Ditwah jumped to 607.
Guardiola says broadcasters owe him wine after nine-goal thriller
Pep Guardiola joked Friday that he and Fulham manager Marco Silva deserved a bottle of wine for serving up a nine-goal thriller, but admitted Manchester City must tighten up defensively.
Netflix to buy Warner Bros. Discovery in deal of the decade
Streaming giant Netflix said Friday it will buy film and television studio Warner Bros. Discovery for nearly $83 billion, the entertainment industry's biggest consolidation deal this decade.
EU hits Musk's X with 120-mn-euro fine, risking Trump ire
The European Union hit Elon Musk's X with a 120-million-euro ($140-million) fine Friday for breaking its digital rules, in a move that risks a fresh clash with US President Donald Trump's administration.
French stars Moefana and Atonio return for Champions Cup
France centre Yoram Moefana and prop Uini Atonio will make their first appearances of the season this weekend after being named in their clubs' line-ups for their opening fixtures in the Champions Cup.
Penguins queue in Paris zoo for their bird flu jabs
A curious seagull strolled nonchalantly through the penguin enclosure at a zoo in Paris.
Netflix to buy Warner Bros. Discovery for nearly $83 billion
Streaming giant Netflix has agreed to acquire film and television studio Warner Bros. Discovery for nearly $83 billion, the two US companies announced Friday.
Sri Lanka issues fresh landslide warnings as toll nears 500
Heavy rains triggered fresh landslide warnings in Sri Lanka's worst-affected central hills on Friday, as the death toll from last week's Cyclone Ditwah neared 500.
Root says England still 'well and truly' in second Ashes Test
Joe Root said England were "well and truly" still in the day-night second Ashes Test despite Australia seizing a 44-run lead on day two Friday in Brisbane.
Chelsea's Maresca says rotation unavoidable
Enzo Maresca said he had no choice but to rotate his Chelsea squad when questioned Friday over his team's damaging 3-1 defeat at Leeds in midweek.
Italian president urges Olympic truce at Milan-Cortina torch ceremony
Italy's President Sergio Mattarella called Friday for an Olympic truce to be respected during the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games as conflicts in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip continue.