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Apple reports solid profits, but sees greater hit from strong dollar
Apple reported solid profits on rising revenues Thursday, but the tech giant's iPhone sales missed estimates as executives signaled a rising financial toll from the strong dollar.
N.Ireland set for fresh elections as deadline to restart government expires
A deadline to resume power-sharing in Northern Ireland's regional government passed at midnight on Friday, setting the UK-run province on a course to its second election this year amid a political stand-off over divisive post-Brexit trade rules.
Putin: Russia battling 'Western domination' as Ukraine war grinds on
President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that the war in Ukraine was part of Russia's wider struggle against Western domination, and warned that the world is probably entering the "most dangerous" decade since the end of World War II.
Meteorite that smashed into Mars shook planet, NASA says
Scientists who study Mars on Thursday revealed the remarkable Christmas gift they received from the planet last year.
No US-born Black players in World Series for first time since 1950
Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker says the first World Series since 1950 without a US-born Black player "looks bad" but is counting upon a new generation to restore baseball diversity.
Amazon warns of meager holiday season sales growth
Amazon on Thursday predicted a slowdown in sales growth during the year-end holiday shopping season, sending shares in the e-commerce colossus tumbling.
Lula's lead widens slightly three days from Brazil runoff: poll
Leftist challenger Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's lead over far-right incumbent Jair Bolsonaro has widened slightly three days from Brazil's polarizing presidential runoff election, according to a poll published Thursday.
ATP, WTA to start 2023 season with mixed teams event in Australia
A new mixed teams event, the United Cup, will open the 2023 tennis season in Australia, with US$15 million in prizemoney and rankings points at stake, the ATP and WTA said on Friday.
Apple reports solid profits, but iPhone sales miss estimates
Apple reported solid profits on rising revenues Thursday, but the tech giant's iPhone sales missed estimates while it saw slowing growth in services revenues.
Ronaldo scores on United return as Europa League progress assured
Cristiano Ronaldo scored on his first Manchester United appearance since his refusal to come on as a substitute last week in a 3-0 win over Sheriff Tiraspol in the Europa League on Thursday.
Nola hopes to extend mastery over Astros into World Series
Philadelphia pitcher Aaron Nola, who baffled Houston's formidable batting lineup in a playoff-clinching victory, walks back onto the same mound Friday for the opening game of the World Series.
Ronaldo scores on United return in Sheriff stroll
Cristiano Ronaldo scored on his first Manchester United appearance since his refusal to come on as a substitute last week in a 3-0 win over Sheriff Tiraspol in the Europa League on Thursday.
Kanye says lost $2bn over anti-Semitic rants
Kanye West lost $2 billion in a single day, he said Thursday, as business partners rushed to dump the rapper in the wake of a series of anti-Semitic outbursts.
Amazon quarterly profit slips as shoppers seek bargains
Amazon on Thursday said that its profit in the third quarter slipped more than 9 percent to $2.9 billion, despite an uptick in sales helped by Prime day bargains.
Hamilton hoping to race on past 40 with new Mercedes contract
Lewis Hamilton has said he hopes to sign a new multi-year contract with Mercedes and continue racing in Formula One into his forties.
Golden State worth $7 bn as NBA's most valued club: Forbes
Reigning NBA champion Golden State topped the list of most valuable NBA franchises released on Thursday by Forbes magazine, the Warriors coming in at $7 billion to dethrone the New York Knicks.
Iran protest deaths mount as Tehran vows 'severe response' to shrine massacre
Iranian protesters on Thursday defied a deadly crackdown by security forces against nearly six weeks of women-led protests, as Tehran vowed to punish those behind a mass shooting that killed 15 worshippers at a shrine.
Bosnia's Dodik declared winner in disputed election
Bosnian Serb political leader Milorad Dodik was on Thursday declared the president of Bosnia's Serb entity, election officials announced, following a recount after the opposition cried foul.
US tech titans buffeted by economic headwinds and TikTok
US tech titans looking to the future are seeing growth take a beating in the face of foreign competition and a tough economy in the here and now.
India's Atwal makes emotional PGA return with 63 in Bermuda
India's Arjun Atwal, idled while grieving his father's death, returned to competition by firing an eight-under-par 63, one off the lead in Thursday's opening round of the PGA Bermuda Championship.
Pitt sends note to Brundle, explains grid walk snub
Hollywood film star Brad Pitt contacted British television reporter Martin Brundle to explain why he snubbed his request for an interview on the grid at last Sunday’s United States Grand Prix.
TB cases rise after years of decline: WHO
Tuberculosis case numbers increased last year for the first time in more than 20 years, fuelled by the Covid-19 pandemic which disrupted access to diagnosis and treatment, the World Health Organization (WHO) said Thursday.
Trump puts blame on PGA Tour for LIV Golf split
Former United States President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the PGA Tour "blew a great opportunity" by not making a deal with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf.
Disney unveils centenary events at London 'Mary Poppins' mansion
Disney on Thursday held a glitzy presentation of planned European events for the Hollywood studio's 100th anniversary next year, returning to a London mansion used in its 2018 "Mary Poppins Returns" film.
Rodgers relishing no-hoper status as Packers face Bills
Aaron Rodgers wants the Green Bay Packers to embrace their underdog status as the struggling team bids to snap a three-game losing streak against the in-form Buffalo Bills on Sunday.
US sees 'acute threat' from Russia, but says China is main challenge
Russia's invasion of Ukraine highlights the "acute threat" posed by Moscow, but China is the most consequential challenge for the United States, the Pentagon said Thursday.
Scottish minister resigns over new gender recognition law
A minister in Scotland's devolved government resigned on Thursday over planned gender recognition legislation which has pitted First Minister Nicola Sturgeon against Harry Potter author JK Rowling.
Strong McDonald's results showcase advantage amid inflation
McDonald's reported stronger-than-expected quarterly profits Thursday as executives pointed to signs it is drawing customers priced out of more expensive restaurants.
World entering 'most dangerous' decade, warns Putin
The world is probably entering the "most dangerous" decade since the end of World War II, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned Thursday, presenting the Ukraine conflict as part of a wider struggle against western domination.
Diamond lauches Worcester rugby rescue plan
Former Worcester director of rugby Steve Diamond has launched a bid to rescue the financially-stricken club from administration in the hope of seeing the club return to the English Premiership within the next four years.
Pakistan-born wannabe fighter pilot Raza flies high for Zimbabwe
Sikandar Raza failed a test for Pakistan's air force but was flying high on Thursday after playing a central role in Zimbabwe's shock Twenty20 World Cup win over the country of his birth.
Spurs skipper Lloris struggling to understand VAR after European setback
Tottenham Hotspur captain Hugo Lloris was left bewildered by VAR after his side were denied a win late on against Sporting Lisbon and qualification for the knockout phase of the Champions League.