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From polar bears to groundwater, nature is riddled with 'forever chemicals'
They didn't exist a century ago but today PFAS "forever chemicals" contaminate the environment from groundwater to Antarctic snow to turtle eggs, and concern over their possible toxicity is growing.
US private sector hiring picks up again in March
US private sector hiring came in well above expectations last month, payroll firm ADP said Wednesday, with construction, financial services and manufacturing all contributing to the increase.
Vettel hints at Formula One return after talks with Mercedes boss
Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel has suggested he could return to Formula One following talks with Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff.
Zimbabwe declares El Nino drought a national disaster
Zimbabwe declared drought a national disaster on Wednesday, with President Emmerson Mnangagwa saying the country needed $2 billion in aid to help millions of people who are going hungry.
Nine dead, 900 injured in most powerful Taiwan quake in 25 years
At least nine people were killed and more than 900 injured Wednesday by a powerful earthquake in Taiwan that damaged dozens of buildings and prompted tsunami warnings that extended to Japan and the Philippines before being lifted.
Rubiales arrested at airport over alleged federation graft scandal
Spanish police on Wednesday briefly arrested disgraced ex-football chief Luis Rubiales Wednesday in connection with an alleged graft scandal at the RFEF football federation when he was president.
NATO urged to ensure Ukraine arms flow as 100-bn-euro fund floated
NATO foreign ministers on Wednesday debated a proposal to create a 100-billion-euro, five-year fund for Ukraine, as the alliance's chief urged them to guarantee long-term arms supplies for Kyiv's outgunned forces.
Turks left scrimping after inflation stokes rebuke to Erdogan
As the euphoria of a municipal election drubbing for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ebbs, Turks are left watching their wallets with inflation that has sapped the longtime leader's appeal driving up costs for everyday basics.
Eurozone stocks win inflation boost; Asia hit by Taiwan quake
Eurozone equities rose Wednesday as a sharper-than-expected inflation slowdown stoked European Central Bank rate cut hopes, although London followed Asia and Wall Street lower.
Young Rwandan artists keep the memory of genocide victims alive
On sketch pads or computer tablets, a group of young Rwandan artists painstakingly recreate portraits of victims of the 1994 genocide for their loved ones.
No 'specific' terror threat to Paris Olympics: minister
France's sports minister said Wednesday that there was no "specific" terror threat to the Paris Olympics and that organisers were planning to go ahead with the opening ceremony on the river Seine.
Bodies of foreign aid workers killed in Israeli strike to be repatriated
The bodies of six foreign aid workers killed in a Gaza strike were expected to be transported out of the war-torn Palestinian territory on Wednesday as Israel faced a chorus of outrage over their deaths.
Tottenham in talks with 'prospective investors', says Levy
Tottenham Hotspur are "in discussions with prospective investors" in a bid to "capitalise on our long-term potential", chairman Daniel Levy said Wednesday as the club published its financial results.
Uganda court rejects bid to overturn harsh anti-gay law
Uganda's Constitutional Court on Wednesday rejected a bid to scrap a controversial anti-gay law that is considered one of the toughest in the world.
Eurozone inflation falls faster than expected in March
The eurozone's annual rate of inflation dipped further than predicted in March, official data showed Wednesday, spurring hope that the European Central Bank will cut interest rates in June.
Pope recalls fallen Ukrainian soldier at weekly audience
Pope Francis paid tribute Wednesday to a Ukrainian soldier killed in the war with Russia, holding up the young man's Bible at his weekly audience and calling for a moment of silence for victims of the conflict.
Nine dead, hundreds injured in most powerful Taiwan quake in 25 years
At least nine people were killed and more than 800 injured Wednesday by a powerful earthquake in Taiwan that damaged dozens of buildings and prompted tsunami warnings that extended to Japan and the Philippines before being lifted.
Day of mourning in Finland after school shooting death
Flags in Finland flew at half-mast on Wednesday as the country mourned the killing of a 12-year-old by a classmate who opened fire and seriously injured two others.
Bodies of foreign aid workers killed in Gaza strike to be repatriated
The bodies of six foreign aid workers killed in a Gaza strike were expected to be transported out of the war-torn Palestinian territory via Egypt on Wednesday as Israel faced a chorus of outrage over their deaths.
Uganda court rejects petition against harsh anti-gay law
Uganda's Constitutional Court on Wednesday rejected a bid to overturn a controversial anti-gay law that is considered one of the toughest in the world.
Japan PM talks security with Indonesia's Prabowo
Japan will deepen security ties with Indonesia, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida told president-elect Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday on the ex-general's second stop after Beijing as he visits Asian neighbours.
German family businesses desperately seeking buyers
The Scharringhausen deli has been selling fine foods and wines in northern Germany for 160 years, but its future is in doubt as it struggles to find a buyer to take over the business.
Singapore rules out playing host in new blow to Commonwealth Games
Singapore on Wednesday joined Malaysia in ruling out hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, further plunging the future of the multi-sport event into doubt.
Malnutrition threatens future Afghan generations
Roya carefully spoon-feeds her daughter fortified milk in a ward for malnourished children, praying the tiny infant will avoid a condition that stalks one in ten young children in Afghanistan after decades of conflict.
Seven dead, hundreds injured in most powerful Taiwan quake in 25 years
At least seven people were killed and more than 700 injured Wednesday by a powerful earthquake in Taiwan that damaged dozens of buildings and prompted tsunami warnings that extended to Japan and the Philippines before being lifted.
Cambodia's ex-leader Hun Sen becomes senate president
Former Cambodian leader Hun Sen was promoted to senate president on Wednesday, taking over a key ceremonial role less than a year after handing power to his son.
Uganda court to rule on harsh anti-gay law
Uganda's Constitutional Court is due to rule Wednesday on a petition seeking to annul an anti-gay law that has been roundly condemned as one of the toughest in the world.
Sri Lanka sweep Bangladesh Test series with crushing win
Lahiru Kumara finished with 4-50 to help Sri Lanka thump Bangladesh by 192 runs in the second Test and sweep the two-match series 2-0 on Wednesday.
Peru's PM seeks confidence vote as Rolexgate scandal rages
Peru's embattled government will on Wednesday ask Congress for a vote of confidence that collides with its umpteenth scandal: how the president came to own a collection of pricey Rolex watches and jewelry.
Video shows California police shooting teen they were supposed to rescue
Newly released video shows US police shooting dead a kidnapped teenage girl they had been tasked with rescuing, in a chaotic incident on a busy California highway.
Ghost in the machine: Deepfake tools warp India election
Death has not extinguished the decades-long rivalry between two Indian leaders: both have now seemingly risen from the grave, in digital form, to rally their supporters ahead of national elections.
'Child of the wind' Yadav races into India T20 reckoning
Mayank Yadav was hailed as India's new pace bowling sensation Wednesday after the tearaway youngster became the first player to win man-of-the-match awards in each of his first two IPL games.