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Canada's Prime Minister Carney to visit Poland, Germany, Latvia
Aug 23 (Reuters) - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to Poland, Germany, and Latvia from August 25 to 27, 2025, to strengthen ties with European allies, his office said in a statement on Saturday.In Berlin, Carney will meet German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, according to a statement.Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Tennis-Alexandrova advances to Monterrey Open final after Bouzkova retires
MONTERREY, Mexico, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Russian Ekaterina Alexandrova secured her place in the Monterrey Open final on Saturday after Czech Marie Bouzkova retired mid-match due to injury.Heavy rain forced a suspension of the semi-final on Friday, with the second seed, Alexandrova, and Bouzkova tied a...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
BP Says The Whiting Refinery Team Continues To Work On Clearing Surrounding Public Roadways
Aug 23 (Reuters) - BP SAYS THE WHITING REFINERY TEAM CONTINUES TO WORK ON CLEARING SURROUNDING PUBLIC ROADWAYSBP SAYS WILL MONITOR THE WHITING REFINERY SITUATION CLOSELY TO MAINTAIN THE SAFETY OF EMPLOYEES, THE COMMUNITY AND THE ENVIRONMENT - STATEMENTSource text: https://tinyurl.com/bdyn2y2cReuters
Sat, Aug 23
BOJ's Ueda projects tight labor market barring major shock
JACKSON HOLE, Wyoming, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Saturday the country's labor market is expected to remain tight barring a major negative demand shock, and expects upward pressure on wages."In sum, demographic shifts that began in the 1980s are now producin...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Saudi-backed esports foundation to debut Nations Cup in Riyadh next year
Esports Nations Cup to be launched at end of 2026Prize pool 'comparable' to $70 million for EWC 2025Ubisoft, EA, Tencent and Krafton to be partnersBy Zaheer Kachwala Aug 23 (Reuters) - The Saudi-backed foundation behind the Esports World Cup is betting on national pride to fuel its next p...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Rugby-Australia thrash Samoa by record margin at Women’s World Cup
MANCHESTER, England, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Australia set a Women’s Rugby World Cup record with a 73-0 thumping of Samoa, scoring 11 tries in a dominant start to their Pool A campaign on Saturday.There was also victory for Scotland, who beat Wales 38-8 in the opening Pool B game, which was the second cl...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Soccer-Tottenham win at City again to continue strong start under Frank
Spurs maintain unbeaten start under new manager FrankPalhinha scores after Trafford's errorFrank is third manager to beat Guardiola away with two teamsBy Lori EwingMANCHESTER, England, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Tottenham Hotspur continued their impressive recent Premier League record at Manchester City...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Turkish first lady urges Melania Trump to speak out on Gaza
ISTANBUL, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Turkish First Lady Emine Erdogan has written to U.S. President Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump, and urged her to contact Israel's prime minister and raise the plight of children in Gaza, authorities in Ankara said on Saturday.Emine Erdogan wrote that she had b...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Texas Senate approves redistricting bill, sending it to governor to sign
Senate approves Trump-backed plan to flip Democrats' seats after long debateCritics say move dilutes minority vote, vow lawsuitTexas action ignites national redistricting fightBy Brad Brooks Aug 23 (Reuters) - The Texas Senate approved a bill early on Saturday to redraw the state's congre...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Zelenskiy says Global South should push Russia toward peace
KYIV, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that countries of the Global South should push Russia toward making peace in its war with Ukraine, including by helping bring Russian leader Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table."I reaffirmed my readiness for an...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
UK's Farage sets out plan for 'mass deportation' of asylum seekers
Reform UK leader cites Trump's record of being 'tough'Says he'd sign deals with countries such as Eritrea, AfghanistanAsylum seekers would be held at air bases before deportationBy David Milliken LONDON, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Former Brexit campaigner Nigel Farage set out plans on Sat...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Japan's Ishiba, South Korea's Lee agree closer cooperation before Lee meets Trump
Leaders agree to tep up cooperation in defence, economic security, artificial intelligence Lee's election raised concerns in Tokyo that relations with Seoul could sour Lee and Ishiba emphasize trilateral cooperation with US against regional threatsBy Tim Kelly and Joyce Lee TOKYO, Aug 23 (Reu...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Saudi-backed esports foundation to debut Nations Cup in Riyadh next year
Esports Nations Cup to be launched at end of 2026Prize pool "comparable" to $70 million for EWC 2025Ubisoft, EA, Tencent and Krafton to be partnersBy Zaheer Kachwala Aug 23 (Reuters) - The Saudi-backed foundation behind the Esports World Cup is betting on national pride to fuel its next p...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
ANALYSIS-Did Trump save Intel? Not really
Intel needs external customers for its 14A manufacturing processAnalysts doubt government investment will save Intel's foundry armIntel faces challenges with yield and competition from TSMC and NvidiaGovernment stake raises concerns about governance, analysts sayBy Jaspreet Singh, Max A. Cherney...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Trump crime crackdown deploys troops in Washington's safest sites
National Guard troops deployed in tourist district, not high-crime areasCity leaders suggest it's more about a show of force by TrumpSome troops say they doubt they will be involved in fighting crimeBy Tim ReidWASHINGTON, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Hundreds of National Guard soldiers in military fatigue...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
AI&US-‘It saved my life.’ The people turning to AI for therapy
For full picture story, see here: http://bit.ly/4oOuioUBy Hani Richter Aug 23 - Pierre Cote spent years languishing on public health waitlists trying to find a therapist to help him overcome his PTSD and depression. When he couldn’t, he did what few might consider: he built one himself.“It saved...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
Lyle Menendez denied parole after 35 years in prison for parents' shotgun murders
Parole commissioners cite 'anti-social personality traits''Callous' nature of killings figured in board's denialBrother Erik denied parole for similar reasons day before By Steve GormanLOS ANGELES, Aug 22 (Reuters) - Lyle Menendez, imprisoned 35 years with his brother Erik for th...Reuters
Sat, Aug 23
