Last news
Boulevard
At least 9 dead after cargo plane crashes near Louisville airport
The death toll from a UPS cargo plane crashing in Louisville has risen to nine with more fatalities feared, Kentucky's governor said Wednesday, as search efforts continued and the airport resumed flights.
Economy
France moves to suspend Shein website as first store opens in Paris
Shein opened its first physical store worldwide in Paris under the eye of riot police, as the French government said it was suspending the Asian e-commerce giant's online platform following outrage over its sale of childlike sex dolls.
Politics
Spain's exiled king recounts history, scandals in wistful memoir
Mixing historic anecdotes and regret over his own scandals, Spain's exiled king Juan Carlos I seeks to reconcile himself with his family and nation in newly-published memoirs that offer dramatic reminiscences from one of the last surviving players of 20th-century history.
Economy
Wall Street stocks steady after positive jobs data
Wall Street stocks steadied on Wednesday after better-than-expected jobs data soothed concerns about the US economy.
Politics
Trump blasts Democrats as government shutdown becomes longest ever
US President Donald Trump accused "kamikaze" Democrats of being prepared to destroy the country as the government shutdown became the longest in history on Wednesday, eclipsing the 35-day record set during the Republican leader's first term.
Politics
Indian pilgrims find 'warm welcome' in Pakistan despite tensions
The streets were scrubbed clean and banners fluttered, welcoming Sikh pilgrims on Wednesday to the Pakistani city where the founder of their faith was born 556 years ago, now brimming with devotion and hope.
Sports
Inter and AC Milan complete purchase of San Siro
Inter Milan and AC Milan moved one step closer to a new stadium of their own on Wednesday after completing the purchase of the iconic San Siro, which is set for demolition.
Economy
Swedish authorities inspect worksite conditions at steel startup Stegra
Officials from several government agencies conducted a surprise inspection of steelmaker Stegra's construction site in northern Sweden Wednesday, following questions about the finances of the low-carbon start-up, police told AFP.
Sports
Keys withdraws from WTA Finals with illness
Madison Keys has withdrawn from her WTA Finals clash against Elena Rybakina on Wednesday due to a viral illness and has been replaced in the draw by Ekaterina Alexandrova.
Things to know
Prince Harry says proud to be British despite new life in US
The California-based Prince Harry on Wednesday called on people not to forget military veterans, as he expressed his enduring pride at being British.
Economy
BMW boosts profitability, welcomes Nexperia signals
BMW on Wednesday reported rising profitability in the last quarter despite slowing Chinese sales and the impact of tariffs, offering some rare good news for Germany's beleaguered auto sector.
Weather
EU strikes last-ditch deal on climate targets as COP30 looms
The European Union struck a deal Wednesday on the 27-nation bloc's next big emissions-cutting targets, after making a string of concessions to win over reluctant capitals in time for the UN's COP30 summit.
Economy
Stocks retreat as tech bubble fears grow
Technology companies led sell-offs on stock markets Wednesday, as investors grow increasingly worried about an AI bubble following a rally that has propelled valuations to record highs.
Economy
Shein opens first permanent store amid heavy police presence
Paris authorities on Wednesday deployed riot police for the unveiling of Shein's first bricks and mortar store in the world, as controversy swirled over the Asian e-commerce giant's fast fashion and sale of childlike sex dolls online.
Sports
West Indies edge New Zealand despite Santner brilliance
A brilliant bowling performance secured the West Indies an unlikely seven-run victory in the first T20 against New Zealand on Wednesday, despite a stunning solo effort from Mitchell Santner.
Boulevard
French pair released by Iran await return home
A French pair released by Iran after over three years in prison on espionage charges their families vehemently denied were on Wednesday awaiting permission to be allowed to return to France and end their ordeal.
Economy
German factory orders up but outlook still muted
German industrial orders rose in September for the first time in five months, data showed Wednesday, but officials warned geopolitical and supply chain woes meant the outlook remains muted.
Nature
Death toll tops 100 as Philippines digs out after typhoon
The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi in the central Philippines climbed past 100 on Wednesday as the devastating impact on Cebu province became clearer after the worst flooding in recent memory.
Politics
Attack on key city in Sudan's Kordofan region kills 40: UN
An attack on a funeral in the key city of El-Obeid in Sudan's central Kordofan region killed 40 people, the UN said Wednesday, as paramilitaries looked poised to launch an offensive.
Politics
'No one could stop it': Sudanese describe mass rapes while fleeing El-Fasher
Sudanese mother Amira wakes up every day trembling, haunted by scenes of mass rapes she saw while fleeing the western city of El-Fasher after it was overrun by paramilitaries.
Boulevard
Champagne and cheers across New York as Mamdani soars to victory
Donald Trump had decisively won the US presidential election last November and very few people outside New York's leftist circles knew Zohran Mamdani, who had just declared his longshot mayoral candidacy.
Economy
Medieval tower collapse adds to Italy's workplace toll
The deadly collapse of a medieval tower in Rome has made global headlines, but for trade unions, it is simply the latest of many workplace tragedies in Italy.
Economy
BMW boosts profitability despite China, tariff woes
German carmaker BMW on Wednesday reported a rise in profitability in the last quarter despite facing challenges from slowing Chinese sales and tariffs.
Sports
South Africa's Wiese wary of 'hurt' France before re-match
South Africa back-rower Jasper Wiese said he is wary of a "hurt" France eyeing revenge in this Saturday's Autumn Nations Series game in Paris.
Economy
Asian markets sink as tech bubble fears grow
Tech companies led a sell-off across Asia on Wednesday as investors grow increasingly worried about an AI bubble following a rally this year that has seen valuations hit record highs.
Boulevard
Beyond limits: Croatian freediver's breathtaking record
For almost 30 minutes, Vitomir Maricic didn't take a breath. Face down in a pool, surrounded by anxious onlookers, the Croatian freediver fought spasming pain to redefine what doctors thought was possible.
Boulevard
Tottenham supporting Udogie after alleged gun threat in London
Tottenham say they are supporting 22-year-old Italian international defender Destiny Udogie and his family after he was allegedly threatened with a gun in London.
Sports
Thunder roll Clippers to stay unbeaten as SGA keeps streak alive
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander kept his remarkable scoring streak alive as the Oklahoma City Thunder came from behind to extend their unbeaten start to the NBA season with a 126-107 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday.
Boulevard
In appeal, Australian mushroom murderer alleges 'miscarriage of justice'
Australian convicted murderer Erin Patterson has alleged a "substantial miscarriage of justice" took place when she was convicted for killing three people with toxic mushrooms, court documents made public on Wednesday showed.
Economy
Toyota hikes profit forecasts 'despite US tariffs'
Japanese auto giant Toyota on Wednesday hiked its operating income and net profit forecasts for the current fiscal year despite the impact of US tariffs.
Weather
Typhoon death toll soars past 90 in the Philippines
The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi in the Philippines climbed past 90 on Wednesday as the devastating impact on hard-hit Cebu province became clearer after the worst flooding in recent memory.
Sports
Ex-France lock Willemse challenges Meafou to become 'the bully'
Former France lock Paul Willemse says his successor at international level Emmanuel Meafou can become "the bully" the team needs as Les Bleus prepare to host South Africa in the Autumn Nations Series on Saturday.