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US Fed lifts interest rates again, signals potential pause
The US Federal Reserve raised its benchmark lending rate for a tenth consecutive time Wednesday in a move that could be the last in the current cycle if the economy cools sufficiently.
Nine dead, seven wounded in Belgrade school shooting
Eight students and a security guard were killed during a school shooting in Belgrade on Wednesday, officials said, with police accusing the detained 13-year-old suspect of plotting the attack for a month and drawing up a kill list.
Pakistan register first ODI series win over New Zealand in 12 years
Pakistan registered their first one-day international series win over New Zealand in 12 years with a hard-fought 26-run victory in the third match in Karachi on Wednesday.
'I want to be best' says Alcaraz -- even at marbles
Carlos Alcaraz said on Wednesday that his competitive fires burn so intensely that he not only wants to become the world's greatest tennis player, he also plans to reign supreme at marbles.
LIV rebels Garcia, Westwood, Poulter quit European Tour
LIV Golf players Sergio Garcia, Ian Poulter, Lee Westwood and Richard Bland have resigned from the European Tour, the tour announced on Wednesday.
Real Madrid close in on Bellingham deal - reports
Real Madrid are closing in on Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham, with Spanish reports Wednesday saying a deal will soon be reached.
Allardyce lashes out at judge for losing assistant Lee to jury duty
New Leeds boss Sam Allardyce accused a court judge of "poor judgement" on Wednesday after his long-time assistant Sammy Lee was blocked from joining him at Elland Road due to jury duty.
US Fed lifts interest rates by quarter-point
The US Federal Reserve raised its benchmark lending rate for a tenth consecutive time Wednesday in a move that could be the last in the current cycle if the economy cools.
Who is Ajay Banga, the next president of the World Bank?
Ajay Banga, confirmed Wednesday as the World Bank's next president, is an Indian-born American executive who has been hailed by media in his birth country as the global development lender's "face of change."
US approves world's first RSV vaccine
The United States on Wednesday approved GSK's Arexy vaccine against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), which can cause severe pneumonia and bronchiolitis in infants and the elderly.
Vlahovic ends goal drought to fire Juve second
Dusan Vlahovic shot Juventus into second in Serie A on Wednesday with his first Serie A goal in nearly three months which earned his team a 2-1 win over struggling Lecce.
PGA boss confirms McIlroy to lose $3 mln in bonus money
Rory McIlroy will lose $3 million in bonus money after skipping last month's Heritage tournament, PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan confirmed Wednesday according to multiple media reports.
Kishan, Suryakumar help Mumbai chase down 215 in IPL win
Indian stars Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav smashed blistering half-centuries to help Mumbai Indians chase down 215 in a six-wicket IPL win over Punjab Kings on Wednesday.
US posts $10 mn reward for alleged Russian cybercriminal
The United States offered a reward of up to $10 million on Wednesday for a Russian national accused of running a stolen credit card operation.
Alcaraz reaches Madrid Open in final match as teenager
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz on Wednesday moved into the Madrid Open semi-finals with a straight sets victory over Karen Khachanov in his final match as a teenager.
Young Britons 'indifferent' to King Charles coronation
While crowds are expected to pack the streets of London for the coronation of King Charles III with millions watching on TV, Millie Harvey says she will likely spend the day watching movies at home.
Embiid makes his improbable NBA MVP dream come true
Joel Embiid played volleyball and football as a child growing up in Cameroon, never turning to basketball until age 15. Now he's the NBA's Most Valuable Player.
Brazil police raid Bolsonaro's home, seize phone
Police in Brazil searched ex-president Jair Bolsonaro's home and seized his cell phone Wednesday in an investigation into allegations of falsifying Covid-19 vaccination records, an allegation the far-right vaccine skeptic denied.
New Leeds boss Allardyce says he is 'as good as' Guardiola
Sam Allardyce insisted Wednesday that he is "as good as" Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp as he plots to keep Leeds in the Premier League following the sacking of Javi Gracia.
Spain's far-right MPs snub visiting Colombian leader
Colombian President Gustavo Petro was snubbed by far-right lawmakers as he began a state visit to Spain on Wednesday calling for deeper ties with Latin America to fight climate change.
127 perish in Rwanda flooding, landslides
At least 127 people have died as floods and landslides engulfed several parts of Rwanda after torrential rains, destroying homes and cutting off roads, the presidency said Wednesday.
Dry run for Ryder Cup captain Donald at Italian Open
European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald will get a close look at the course for this year's edition over the coming weekend at the Italian Open.
Alcaraz defeats Khachanov to reach Madrid Open semis
Defending champion and world number two Carlos Alcaraz defeated Karen Khachanov 6-4, 7-5 on Wednesday to reach the Madrid Open semi-finals.
Raducanu out of French Open, Wimbledon after surgery
Emma Raducanu said on Wednesday she will miss the French Open and Wimbledon as the British number one recovers from hand and ankle surgery.
Star swallows planet in first glimpse of Earth's likely end
Scientists said Wednesday that they have observed a dying star swallowing a planet for the first time, offering a preview of Earth's expected fate in around five billion years.
Cricket chiefs recommend fines for players in Yorkshire racism scandal
England cricket chiefs on Wednesday recommended fines totalling £37,000 ($46,000) for players charged in connection with the explosive Yorkshire racism scandal.
Stocks steady, dollar dips before Fed rate decision
European and US stock markets steadied and the dollar dropped Wednesday ahead of the Federal Reserve's latest decision on US interest rates.
Russia accuses Ukraine of attempted Kremlin drone attack on Putin
Russia said Wednesday it had shot down two drones aimed at President Vladimir Putin's Kremlin residence in what it called a Ukrainian "terrorist" assassination attempt.
US pick Ajay Banga confirmed as new World Bank president
The World Bank confirmed Wednesday that Ajay Banga will be its next president, handing him the reins at a pivotal time as it looks to reshape its role to better address climate change.
Fastest women's bowler Ismail retires from international cricket
South African fast bowler Shabnim Ismail, who is credited with sending down the quickest delivery in women's cricket, announced her retirement from the international game on Wednesday.
127 perish as flooding hits Rwanda
At least 127 people have died as floods and landslides engulfed several parts of Rwanda after torrential rains, destroying homes and cutting off roads, the presidency said Wednesday.
'Remarkable' Alzheimer's drug reduces cognitive decline, study shows
US pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly on Wednesday announced its experimental Alzheimer's drug significantly slowed cognitive and functional decline, results hailed as "remarkable" by experts despite some patients experiencing serious side effects.