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Over a billion pounds of Coke plastic waste to enter waterways: study
By 2030, Coca-Cola products will account for an estimated 1.33 billion pounds (602,000 metric tons) of plastic waste entering the world's oceans and waterways each year, according to a stark new analysis published Wednesday by the nonprofit Oceana.
UK set to cut public spending by billions of pounds
Britain's finance minister Rachel Reeves is set to detail billions of pounds of spending cuts in her Spring Statement on Wednesday to address the country's ailing public finances.
Lula urges Mercosur-Japan deal to counter Trump protectionism
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva called Wednesday for a trade deal between South America's Mercosur bloc and Japan to counter growing US protectionism.
Stocks mostly rise on trade optimism, but Trump uncertainty lingers
Lingering hopes that Donald Trump's planned tariff blitz next week will not be as painful as feared lifted most Asian markets Wednesday, though uncertainty about the president's policies and the US economy tempered optimism.
Poisoned legacy of Albania's steel city
Once the pride of Albania's communist regime, the giant Elbasan metals complex is now one of the most polluted sites in the Balkans, burdened with hundreds of thousands of tonnes of waste, much of it hazardous.
ECB pushes back against calls for looser bank rules
The European Central Bank has pushed back against calls to loosen rules for eurozone banks despite fears they could fall behind US rivals if President Donald Trump implements major deregulation.
Filipinos see pathway from poverty with virtual assistant jobs
Nathalie Mago's work day begins after she's tucked her three daughters into bed and flicked off the lights in their house north of the Philippine capital Manila.
Stocks edge out gains as fears ease over next Trump tariffs
Global equities eked out some gains Tuesday with Wall Street largely advancing while European stocks made modest progress as concerns eased over upcoming tariffs from US President Donald Trump.
Back in the pink: Senegal salt lake gets its colour back
The waters of Senegal's Lake Retba are back to their famous pink hues three years after floods washed away their rosy tinge -- and businessfolk and tourists are thrilled.
Lesotho's king warns nation will reel from Trump cuts
Lesotho will suffer from Donald Trump's aid cuts and stands to lose up to 40,000 jobs if the US president also cancels a trade pact granting duty-free access to the American market, the monarch of the tiny southern African kingdom warned ahead of a trip to Europe on Wednesday.
Olympic champion Ingebrigtsen testifies against father in abuse trial
Double Olympic champion runner Jakob Ingebrigtsen took the stand Tuesday at the trial of his father -- who is charged with abusing the sports star and his sister -- portraying a controlling and manipulative parent.
World Athletics approves swab test to determine female gender
World Athletics said on Tuesday it had approved the introduction of a cheek swab test to determine if an athlete is biologically female.
Shell plans to cut more costs, boost gas sales
British energy giant Shell on Tuesday announced plans to slash costs by billions of dollars and increase shareholder returns, as it focuses on its liquified natural gas (LNG) business.
European stocks jump after Wall Street rally
Europe's main stock markets rose solidly Tuesday after a rally on Wall Street thanks to easing concerns over US President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Tesla sales sink by nearly half in Europe
Tesla sales plunged in the European Union in the first two months of the year, auto industry figures showed Tuesday, as Elon Musk's politics and ageing models may be turning consumers away.
Trump to impose sharp tariffs on countries buying Venezuelan oil
US President Donald Trump announced Monday steep tariffs on imports from countries buying Venezuelan oil and gas, a punitive measure that could hit China and India, among others, and sow fresh global trade uncertainty.
Markets mixed as traders struggle to match Wall St rally
Equities diverged Tuesday, as investors struggled to extend Wall Street's rally despite easing fears over Donald Trump's planned tariffs, while traders were also looking ahead to the release of key US inflation data.
Anti-abortion group's 'baby box' stirs Croatia row
A "baby box" for abandoned newborns has sparked a row in staunchly Catholic Croatia with women's rights groups calling for its removal, saying it is an illegal "Trojan horse" for anti-abortion campaigners.
Samsung TV pioneer Han Jong-hee dead at 63
Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-hee, credited with boosting the South Korean tech giant's television business on the global stage, died of a heart attack Tuesday aged 63, the company told AFP.
Most Asian markets track Wall St on tariff hope
Equities mostly rose in Asia on Tuesday, extending Wall Street's rally on easing fears over Donald Trump's planned tariffs, while traders were also looking ahead to the release of key US inflation data.
Afghan women risk Taliban wrath over hair trade
Until Taliban authorities took power in Afghanistan, women like Fatima were able to freely sell their hair to be made into wigs, bringing in crucial cash.
Wall Street lifted on hopes for softer Trump tariffs
Wall Street rose sharply on Monday, as the White House indicated that President Donald Trump was contemplating imposing less drastic US tariffs next week than previously thought.
Hyundai announces new $21 billion investment in US manufacturing
South Korean auto giant Hyundai on Monday announced a multi-billion-dollar investment in the United States, including a new $5.8 billion steel plant.
'Delete your data': Genetic testing firm 23andMe files for bankruptcy
Pioneering US genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy and is looking for a buyer two years after hackers gained access to millions of profiles.
Wall Street lifted on fresh hopes for Trump's tariff approach
Europe stocks dipped, but Wall Street rose strongly on Monday as worries about fresh US tariffs expected next week were tempered by hopes that US President Donald Trump was considering a more targeted approach.
Man on trial after burning wife alive in France
A French-Algerian man went on trial in France on Monday for burning to death his wife in 2021, a case that shocked the public and sparked heavy criticism of police for failing to take adequate measures to protect her.
Genetic testing firm 23andMe files for bankruptcy
Pioneering US genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy and is looking for a buyer two years after hackers gained access to millions of profiles.
Chinese EV giant BYD surpasses rival Tesla with record 2024 revenue
Chinese carmaker BYD saw a surge in revenue last year, surpassing the $100 billion mark and beating rival Tesla as the electric vehicle giant accelerates its overseas expansion.
Greenland PM denounces US 'foreign interference' ahead of visit
Greenland's prime minister, Mute Egede, accused Washington on Monday of interfering in its political affairs by sending a US delegation to the Danish territory, which is coveted by US President Donald Trump.
Markets fluctuate as traders prepare for 'Liberation Day'
Equity markets were mixed on Monday as worries about fresh US tariffs pencilled in for next week were tempered by a report that Donald Trump was considering a more targeted approach.
Ingebrigtsen Sr in the dock for abuse of Olympic champ
The father and former coach of double Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen appears in court in Norway on Monday accused of domestic abuse against his son and daughter.
Indigenous leaders end world voyage with prayer for nature
The leaders of 22 Indigenous peoples from five continents held prayers for nature in Chile on Sunday at the end of a 46-day pilgrimage around the world.