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Ghana deports at least six west Africans expelled by US to Togo
OECD raises world growth outlook as tariffs contained, for now
OECD raises world growth outlook as tariffs contained, for now

The world economy will grow more than previously forecast this year after absorbing the shock of US President Donald Trump's tariffs, but their full impact remains uncertain, the OECD said Tuesday.

September 23, 2025

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Former umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird dies aged 92
Former umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird dies aged 92

Former Test umpire Harold "Dickie" Bird has died at the age of 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club announced on Tuesday.

September 23, 2025

Cycling worlds bring pride to African riders despite disadvantages
Cycling worlds bring pride to African riders despite disadvantages

Africa's first ever cycling world championships have been a dream come true for several amateur riders, some of whom have been praying just to be given an opportunity in a sport dominated by wealthy nations.

September 23, 2025

Stocks diverge with eyes on key economic data
Stocks diverge with eyes on key economic data

Stock markets diverged Tuesday as traders monitored key economic indicators, with US inflation data due later this week that could influence Federal Reserve policy.

September 23, 2025

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Trump returns to UN podium and Zelensky talks
Trump returns to UN podium and Zelensky talks

Donald Trump makes his big comeback to the UN General Assembly podium on Tuesday, where the US president intends to denounce "globalist institutions" and meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as patience with Russia wears thin.

September 23, 2025

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India bids tearful farewell to maverick musician
India bids tearful farewell to maverick musician

Tens of thousands of mourners thronged the streets of India's northeastern Assam state on Tuesday to bid farewell to a flamboyant artiste, celebrated as much for his music as for his irreverent persona.

September 23, 2025