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Spanish woman tipped as 'world's oldest person' at 115

Spanish woman tipped as 'world's oldest person' at 115

A Spanish great-grandmother who was born in the United States has likely become the world's oldest living person at 115, a Guinness World Records consultant said Wednesday.

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US stocks retreat while Bank of Japan decision weighs on yen

US stocks retreat while Bank of Japan decision weighs on yen

Wall Street stocks tumbled Wednesday as traders weighed the latest US data showing slowing economic activity, while the yen retreated after the Bank of Japan decided against further tweaking monetary policy.

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International arrests over 'criminal' crypto exchange

International arrests over 'criminal' crypto exchange

The owner of China-based cryptocurrency exchange Bitzlato was arrested in Miami on Wednesday, along with five associates in Europe, during an international operation against "darknet" markets.

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Rahm relishing test of the best at American Express

Rahm relishing test of the best at American Express

Jon Rahm is relishing the challenge of a strong field as he attempts to win his second title of the year at this week's PGA Tour American Express tournament.

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Captain Karisa gives Uganda surprise CHAN win over Senegal

Captain Karisa gives Uganda surprise CHAN win over Senegal

Forward Milton Karisa and goalkeeper Legason Alionzi were the toasts of Uganda after an upset 1-0 African Nations Championship (CHAN) win over Senegal on Wednesday in wet and chilly Algeria.

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US not 'there yet' on Abrams tanks for Ukraine: Pentagon

US not 'there yet' on Abrams tanks for Ukraine: Pentagon

The United States is not currently prepared to provide advanced Abrams tanks to Ukraine, a senior Pentagon official said Wednesday, citing difficulties in maintenance and training.

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Dzeko inspires Inter to convincing Super Cup triumph over AC Milan

Dzeko inspires Inter to convincing Super Cup triumph over AC Milan

Inter Milan retained the Italian Super Cup on Wednesday after Edin Dzeko inspired his team to a 3-0 victory over local rivals AC Milan.

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Mexico to review jailed drug lord's plea to come home

Mexico to review jailed drug lord's plea to come home

Mexico's president said Wednesday that he would consider a request by convicted drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman to return from the United States to complete his sentence on humanitarian grounds.

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Dzeko-inspired Inter win Milan derby Super Cup

Dzeko-inspired Inter win Milan derby Super Cup

Inter Milan won the Italian Super Cup on Wednesday after Edin Dzeko inspired his team to a thumping 3-0 victory over local rivals AC Milan.

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Peru protesters vow to make voices heard as march looms

Peru protesters vow to make voices heard as march looms

Protesters from all over Peru continued converging on Lima on Wednesday determined to make their voices heard during two days of planned protests against the government of President Dina Boluarte.

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