Outrage as bomb destroys Italian investigative journalist's car
A prominent Italian journalist threatened by the mafia had his parked car blown up by a bomb overnight, causing no injuries but sparking widespread outrage Friday from politicians and press groups.
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Caracas records 8.7 pct growth but Venezuelans lament economic woes
Venezuela's economy grew by 8.7 percent in the third quarter, the country's central bank announced Thursday, but residents told AFP they are still struggling to make ends meet.
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Women designers 'not getting the breaks' despite global fashion shake-up
In fashion at the moment, as seen on catwalks: frills, corsets, big shoulder pads, and "naked dresses". Out of fashion: employing women as chief designers.
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Army colonel sworn in as Madagascar president
Army colonel Michael Randrianirina was sworn in as Madagascar's president Friday, just days after a military power grab that sent ex-president Andry Rajoelina fleeing and raised international alarm about a new coup on the island.
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Chelsea's Palmer out of action for another six weeks: Maresca
Cole Palmer has been ruled out of action for six more weeks, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca said on Friday.
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Hermes menswear designer Nichanian to step down after 37 years: company
Hermes chief menswear designer Veronique Nichanian is to step down after 37 years in charge and will present her final show for the luxury house in January, the company announced on Friday.
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Mongolian PM out after four months in office
Mongolian lawmakers ousted Friday the country's prime minister just four months after he took office in the wake of youth-led protests.
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Japan's Takaichi avoids war shrine visit as prospects of becoming PM brighten
The new head of Japan's ruling party, Sanae Takaichi, sent an offering but avoided visiting a controversial war shrine on Friday, as the prospects of her becoming prime minister brightened.
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Spanish police keep Mango founder death probe open
Spanish police confirmed Friday that their probe into the sudden death last year of Mango clothing empire founder Isak Andic remains open following reports his son has become a suspect.
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Stock markets fall with Wall St as US credit fears add to worries
Asian and European stocks tracked losses on Wall Street on Friday amid fresh credit market fears that compounded worries about trade tensions, a possible tech bubble and the US government shutdown.
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