New Zealand seeks international help as cyclone cripples North Island
New Zealand deployed gunships and helicopters to deliver water, food and fuel to cities cut off by Cyclone Gabrielle on Thursday, as overwhelmed authorities embraced overseas offers of help.
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Asian markets rise as traders evaluate strong US economy
Asian markets pushed higher Thursday, extending gains in New York and Europe, as a forecast-busting US retail sales report showed American consumers remain confident despite elevated inflation and the prospect of more interest rate hikes.
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Man City back in business after statement win at Arsenal
Written off at times during an unusually erratic season, resurgent Manchester City delivered a resounding statement as they moved to the top of the Premier League with a 3-1 victory at title rivals Arsenal on Wednesday.
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Japan debates LGBTQ protections under G7 spotlight
G7 host Japan is the group's only member not to recognise same-sex unions, and ahead of this May's summit the government is under pressure to bolster its legal protections for LGBTQ citizens.
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India get closer to World Cup semi-final but Pakistan stay in contention
India took a step towards qualification for the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup while Pakistan notched their first win in emphatic style in a double-header in Cape Town on Wednesday.
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Biden, 80, to undergo medical checkup ahead of potential 2024 bid
Joe Biden will complete a routine medical checkup on Thursday, a crucial step for the oldest-ever US president ahead of his expected fight for reelection in 2024.
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Machu Picchu reopens 25 days after Peru protests forced closure
The Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, Peru's tourist jewel, reopened to visitors on Wednesday, 25 days after it closed due to demonstrations that have shaken the country since last December.
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NBA icon Jordan donating $10 million to nonprofit
Basketball great Michael Jordan will make a record-breaking $10 million donation to the Make-A-Wish foundation to mark his 60th birthday later this week, a statement said on Wednesday.
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Mahomes vows repeat as Chiefs, fans celebrate Super Bowl
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes on Wednesday vowed to win more NFL championships as the team celebrated with thousands of fans on a victory parade to mark their latest Super Bowl triumph.
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Users say Microsoft's Bing chatbot gets defensive and testy
Microsoft's fledgling Bing chatbot can go off the rails at times, denying obvious facts and chiding users, according to exchanges being shared online by developers testing the AI creation.
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