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New Syria leader warns on Israel attacks on UN charm mission

New Syria leader warns on Israel attacks on UN charm mission

Syria's new leader warned Wednesday that Israel's persistent attacks put his country and the region at risk, on a landmark UN visit where the former jihadist sought to charm with his moderation.

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In first, China unveils specific emissions targets

In first, China unveils specific emissions targets

China on Wednesday issued its first ever absolute targets for cutting planet-warming gases, a landmark pledge from the world's top polluter as the United States doubles down on fossil fuels and Europe falters.

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Alvarez hat-trick helps Atletico edge Rayo thriller

Alvarez hat-trick helps Atletico edge Rayo thriller

Julian Alvarez scored a hat-trick to snatch Atletico Madrid a thrilling 3-2 win over Rayo Vallecano in La Liga on Wednesday.

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Con job? Climate change is my job, says island nation leader

Con job? Climate change is my job, says island nation leader

US President Donald Trump may dismiss climate change as a "con job" -- but for the leader of tiny St. Kitts and Nevis, its toll is unmistakable: land swallowed, homes battered, and livelihoods threatened.

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US stocks fall again while Alibaba gains on big AI push

US stocks fall again while Alibaba gains on big AI push

Wall Street stocks retreated for a second straight session Wednesday while oil prices moved higher as Chinese online retail giant Alibaba surged on new AI investments.

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Forest denied winning European return by Antony, Roma down Nice

Forest denied winning European return by Antony, Roma down Nice

Antony's late goal denied Nottingham Forest a winning return to European football as Real Betis grabbed a 2-2 draw in their Europa League opener on Wednesday, while Roma won at Nice.

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Postecoglou's Forest held by Antony's Betis on European return

Postecoglou's Forest held by Antony's Betis on European return

Antony denied Ange Postecoglou his first win as Nottingham Forest manager by claiming Real Betis a 2-2 Europa League draw on Wednesday, as the English side returned to continental competition for the first time in 30 years.

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Eze nets first goal as Arsenal join Man City in League Cup last 16

Eze nets first goal as Arsenal join Man City in League Cup last 16

Eberechi Eze scored his first Arsenal goal as the Gunners beat Port Vale 2-0 to reach the League Cup fourth round, alongside Manchester City, Tottenham and Newcastle on Wednesday.

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Guardians' Fry has facial fractures after taking fastball to face

Guardians' Fry has facial fractures after taking fastball to face

Cleveland Guardians designated hitter David Fry has multiple facial fractures but won't need surgery after fouling a fastball from Detroit hurler Tarik Skubal off his face on Tuesday night.

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Giants to go with rookie QB Dart, bench NFL veteran Wilson

Giants to go with rookie QB Dart, bench NFL veteran Wilson

New York Giants coach Brian Daboll confirmed Wednesday that NFL rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart will start against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, saying it was his decision to bench veteran Russell Wilson.

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