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The world is $365 trillion in debt, and the interest bill is climbing
Protests in Europe have highlighted debt squeeze, with France now paying more to borrow than Italy and Greece.
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Vickery's journey from World Cup winner to bodybuilder at 50
Why England Rugby World Cup winner Phil Vickery has started entering bodybuilding competitions at the age of 50.
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World leaders warn of security flaws found in PHP programming language
AI was used to pinpoint two vulnerabilities in the PHP language, used by about 70 percent of websites.
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Japan is known for world-class events - but the Asian Games were chaotic
Hotel chaos, transport mishaps and diplomatic blunders cast a spotlight on organisers and the firm hired to deliver the games.
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World set to breach 1.5°C warming limit set by Paris Climate Agreement
The UN is warning that global commitments to cut planet-heating emissions are falling far short of the Paris climate goals of 1.5 degrees Celsius warming – and put the world on course for 2.6C warming this century. The report by the United Nations Environment Programme lays bare the chasm between rhetoric and action when it comes to tackling global warming, and the challenge before political leaders at November's COP31 climate summit - set to take place next month in Turkey. Story by Emerald Maxwell.
Health
World Hepatitis Day: fast-tracking the elimination of hepatitis B among mothers and children
On World Hepatitis Day 2020, WHO is calling for united and stepped-up action to prevent mother-to-child transmission of hepatitis B (HBV), a preventable viral infection that attacks the liver and claims the lives of nearly 900 000 people each year.
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Macron says world leaders have made 'stupid' comments on France riots based on fake AI videos
French President Emmanuel Macron took aim at world leaders including US President Donald Trump for trying to exploit the riots and looting that broke out alongside peaceful demonstrations in France Saturday for their own political advantage. Another wave of demonstrations against France's worsening cost of living is planned for the coming Saturday.
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From fine wine to no alcohol: The changing world of French sommeliers
In this week's edition of France in Focus, our reporters uncork the demanding world of sommellerie. They follow Pascaline Lepeltier's painstaking training as she prepares for the World's Best Sommelier competition. They also explore how the profession is adapting to changing drinking habits, meeting one sommelier who's chosen to go alcohol-free.
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World Humanitarian Day 2020: A tribute to aid workers on the front lines
Amid a global pandemic, unprecedented needs and growing insecurity, aid workers and health-care responders are staying and delivering to the world’s most vulnerable people. Last year was the most violent on record for humanitarians, with 483 attacked, 125 killed, 234 wounded and 124 kidnapped. The UN condemns all attacks on humanitarians. OCHA and partners present the inspiring stories of humanitarian #RealLifeHeroes who are stepping up to meet the challenges. Today, World Humanitarian Day, the world honours all humanitarians – many working in their own communities – who are going to extraordi
Travel
AI Will Know Your Travelers. And the World’s Travelers. Will You?
AI discovery is moving closer to transaction. Travel brands must become legible to machines without surrendering the memory, service, and loyalty advantages that set them apart.
Sports
Former world champion Cordina cleared of assault after petrol station punch
The judge said she was satisfied the boxer was defending himself during the incident.
Business
The world’s finance chiefs see new risks — and less China angst
Debt, AI and Ukraine dominated the conversation at the IMF-World Bank meetings in Bangkok, while China, the focus in 2018, slipped into the background.
Sports
Ex-world champion boxer Liam Smith 'punched man on floor'
Smith, from Liverpool, is alleged to have inflicted serious facial injuries on a concierge worker.
Sports
GB stars aim for Olympic spots at World Championships - live on BBC
Over 400 of the world's top artistic gymnasts from 84 nations compete at the World Championships in Rotterdam, this week, with Olympic spots up for grabs.
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World Food Programme to end aid for half a million in Gaza due to funding shortfall
The UN World Food Programme has warned that funding shortages will leave about 500,000 people in the Gaza Strip without critical food aid in a territory where two thirds of the population remains acutely food insecure. The WFP said it is reducing its monthly assistance from 1.6 million to 1.1 million people.
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Funding shortages force World Food Programme to cut aid to Gaza
The number of people helped by the UN agency in the Palestinian territory will drop by about a third - from 1.6 million to 1.1 million.
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Inside the shadowy world of anti-Putin sabotage from within Russia
Two men tell of the work they say they have been doing to support Ukrainian intelligence during the war.
Health
Joint Research Centre and World Health Organization join forces to use behavioural insights for public health
The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) concluded a Collaborative Research Arrangement that aims to mainstream behavioural insights into public health programmes and policies worldwide.
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Was ancient India the world’s forgotten superpower?
In Deja Vu’s latest episode, William Dalrymple explores ancient India’s global influence – and how it was overlooked.
Sports
New Zealand avoid World Cup shock against Fiji
New Zealand women are given a World Cup "wake-up call" after they are forced to come from behind to beat debutants Fiji in their opening game.