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New NATO chief Rutte dismisses Trump fears, vows Ukraine support
NATO's new chief Mark Rutte on Tuesday downplayed fears over the impact of a potential Donald Trump victory in upcoming US elections and pledged to keep backing Ukraine, as he assumed leadership of the world's most powerful military alliance.
Feathers fly at Chanel's Paris fashion return
Chanel returned to the Grand Palais -- scene of the late Karl Lagerfeld's most legendary triumphs -- for the first time in four years Tuesday with a birdcage-themed Paris Fashion Week show that recalled the label's past glories.
Anger in Nepal over relief delays as flood toll hits 225
Survivors of the monsoon floods that ravaged Nepal at the weekend criticised the government on Tuesday for inadequate relief efforts during a disaster that killed at least 225 people.
More than 20 feared dead in Thai school bus inferno
Rescuers worked to recover children's bodies from the charred wreckage of a Thai school bus Tuesday after an accident turned the vehicle into an inferno, with more than 20 feared dead.
Rwandan ex-doctor on trial in France accused of genocide
A former doctor went on trial in Paris on Tuesday accused of genocide in Rwanda, the latest suspect to face justice in France three decades after the massacre of the African country's Tutsi population by the Hutu majority.
European stocks diverge as eurozone inflation drops further
European stock markets traded mixed Tuesday as investors digested news of a further drop to eurozone inflation that firmed expectations of another interest-rate cut from the European Central Bank.
Alcaraz sweeps into Beijing final as home hero extends fairytale
Carlos Alcaraz sent Daniil Medvedev packing to reach his first China Open final on Tuesday as 595th-ranked Zhang Shuai added another chapter to her fairytale renaissance.
Russian strike kills six as Ukraine marks defenders day
A Russian strike on a southern Ukraine market killed six people on Tuesday as the nation held a moment of silence to mark a major public holiday honouring troops, authorities said.
Mariners stunned at home by Buriram in AFC Champions League Elite
Australia's Central Coast Mariners slumped to a dismal home defeat in the AFC Champions League Elite on Tuesday, stunned 2-1 at home by Thailand's Buriram United and finishing the match with 10 men.
UAE oil giant ADNOC swoops on German chemicals firm Covestro
German chemicals group Covestro said Tuesday it had accepted a takeover bid from UAE state energy company ADNOC, as one of the key sectors in Europe's largest economy is gripped by crisis.
Alcaraz downs Medvedev in straight sets to reach Beijing final
Four-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz emulated Rafael Nadal in reaching a China Open final as he sent Daniil Medvedev packing 7-5, 6-3 on Tuesday.
Anger in Nepal over relief delays as flood toll hits 218
Survivors of the monsoon floods that ravaged Nepal at the weekend criticised the government on Tuesday for inadequate relief efforts during a disaster that killed at least 218 people.
Eurozone inflation falls under 2% for first time since 2021
The eurozone's annual inflation rate fell to its lowest level in three-and-a-half years in September, official data showed Tuesday, dropping below the European Central Bank's two-percent target and fuelling expectations of a rate cut.
Jaiswal leads India to remarkable victory in rain-hit Bangladesh Test
Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed 51 on Tuesday as India pulled off a remarkable seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in a rain-hit second Test in Kanpur that lost two-and-a-half days to bad weather.
Assange says 'pleaded guilty to journalism' to gain freedom
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange said Tuesday he was released after years of incarceration only because he pleaded guilty to doing "journalism", warning that freedom of expression was now at a "dark crossroads".
China Open history-maker Zhang nearly quit after long losing run
Zhang Shuai admitted Tuesday she nearly quit after losing 24 matches in a row -- now the world number 595 is into the quarter-finals of her home China Open.
Rutte dismisses Trump fears as he takes reins at NATO
NATO's new chief Mark Rutte on Tuesday downplayed fears over the impact of a potential Donald Trump victory in upcoming US elections and pledged to keep backing Ukraine, as he assumed leadership of the world's most powerful military alliance.
'Intense fighting' as Israel launches Lebanon ground offensive
The Israeli army said its troops were locked in fierce clashes in Lebanon after launching a ground offensive Tuesday, escalating the conflict after a week of air strikes that killed hundreds.
'I pleaded guilty to journalism,' Wikileaks' Assange
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange on Tuesday said he was released after years of incarceration only because he had pleaded guilty to doing "journalism", which he described as a pillar of a free society.
Defence 'geek' Ishiba becomes Japan PM
Shigeru Ishiba became Japanese prime minister on Tuesday, seeking to restore the ruling party's popularity and tackle a demographic crisis, a lacklustre economy and fears over China's military build-up.
Bangladesh crumble for 146, India need 95 to sweep series
Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin and Jasprit Bumrah took three wickets apiece as Bangladesh crumbled to 146 all out on the final day of the rain-hit second Test on Tuesday, leaving India needing 95 runs to sweep the series 2-0.
Multiple deaths in school bus fire in Thailand: PM
A devastating fire tore through a Thai bus carrying 44 students and teachers on a school trip Tuesday, officials said, with up to 25 feared dead.
Tokyo recovers some losses to lead markets higher
Tokyo led most markets higher Tuesday as a weaker yen boosted exporters and helped traders recover some of their hefty losses in the previous day's rout.
Coldplay ticket scalping fiasco sparks backlash in India
British rock band Coldplay's upcoming tour of India has triggered a police investigation and dismayed fans after scalpers bought up cheap tickets to resell online for more than $1,000 apiece.
Droughts drive Spanish boom in pistachio farming
Two decades ago, Miguel Angel Garcia harvested grapes and grains on his farm in central Spain, like his father and grandfather before him.
Frustrated French clubs turn away players in post-Olympics sports boom
Many amateur French sports clubs are struggling to cope with a wave of enquiries and a boom in wannabee players sparked by the Paris Olympics.
With bulging in-tray, Ishiba becomes Japan PM
Shigeru Ishiba became Japanese prime minister on Tuesday, seeking to restore the ruling party's popularity and tackle a demographic crisis, a lacklustre economy and fears over China's military build-up.
Tokyo recovers some losses to lead Asian markets higher
Tokyo led most Asian markets higher Tuesday as a weaker yen boosted exporters and helped traders recover some of their hefty losses in the previous day's rout.
Defiant history-maker Zhang Shuai powers into Beijing last eight
The 595th-ranked Zhang Shuai added another chapter to her renaissance as she rolled into the quarter-finals of her home China Open on Tuesday to make more history.
India police detain top activist after month-long climate march
An Indian environmental activist was detained by police outside New Delhi at the end of a month-long climate protest march on foot from the Himalayas, his colleague said Tuesday.
Matisse retrospective traces journey through artist's career
A new Henri Matisse retrospective in Switzerland offers visitors a rare chance to follow his artistic journey via works from throughout the career of one of modern art's godfathers.
Major League Eating: the sport of stuffing your face
Each man gobbled up 44 pork rolls in 10 minutes, but it was the last bite that earned one of them the $2,000 top prize in the very American pastime of competitive eating.