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With a Barbie boost, Birkenstock to step onto stock market
When actress Margot Robbie swapped high heels for pink Birkenstocks in hit summer movie "Barbie", it illustrated how the sandals have transformed from unglamorous, practical footwear to a highly-coveted fashion item.
Malaysia PM says Goldman Sachs must renegotiate 1MDB settlement
Malaysia's prime minister vowed Wednesday to chase a new settlement from US investment bank Goldman Sachs for its role in the billion-dollar corruption scandal at the 1MDB state fund.
Last-ditch hunt for Morocco quake survivors
Rescue teams stepped up a massive effort to bring relief to devastated Moroccan mountain villages Wednesday as the chances faded fast for finding survivors from the powerful earthquake which killed 2,900 people and left hundreds of thousands homeless.
Verdict nears in trial of Turkish anti-femicide group
Turkey on Wednesday resumed the trail of an anti-femicide campaign group that prosecutors are trying to shut down on charges of violating administrative laws and "morality".
Saudi, Russian oil cuts to cause big supply shortfall: IEA
Oil cuts by Saudi Arabia and Russia will cause a "significant" global supply shortfall through the end of the year, raising the risk of further market volatility, the International Energy Agency said Wednesday.
EU to probe China electric car subsidies
Brussels will investigate Chinese state subsidies for electric cars, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday, vowing to defend Europe's industry against "artificially low prices".
Billionaire US collectors to return ancient artefacts to Cambodia
A billionaire family in the United States will return more than 30 looted ancient artefacts to Cambodia after agreeing it "wrongfully possessed" the treasures, the Cambodian government said Wednesday.
N.Korea's Kim tells Putin deepening ties is 'number one priority'
North Korea's leader vowed closer ties with Moscow on Wednesday, saying his isolated country would "always be with Russia" as President Vladimir Putin hosted Kim Jong Un at a Far East spaceport.
Markets mostly down as crude spike stokes inflation concerns
Equities mostly fell Wednesday ahead of a crunch US inflation report, with investors increasingly nervous that a recent spike in oil will put fresh upward pressure on consumer prices and force the Federal Reserve to lift interest rates again.
Tonga hope to turn up the heat on Ireland in their Rugby World Cup opener
Tongan rugby fans "are getting warm" as the 'Ikale Tahi' (Sea Eagles) prepare for their Rugby World Cup opening match with world ranked number one Ireland in Nantes on Saturday, said captain Sonatane Takulua.
China fans cheer for Syria after 'another embarrassing defeat'
Angry China fans turned on their team and applauded the visiting Syrians off the pitch after what Chinese state media called "another embarrassing defeat".
Libyan city counts toll of huge flood, 10,000 missing
Libya's eastern city of Derna was counting its dead Wednesday with 2,300 people confirmed killed in devastating flash floods unleashed by Storm Daniel and the Red Cross warning that 10,000 are missing.
Heat brings hope for Tokyo's handmade umbrella maker
One of Tokyo's last handmade umbrella shops has weathered many storms and is now thriving thanks to booming demand for parasols as Japanese summers get hotter, including increasingly from men.
Taiwan says Chinese warplanes join carrier in Pacific drills
Taiwan said 35 Chinese warplanes were detected around the island on Wednesday, with some then flying to join the Shandong aircraft carrier for naval drills in the Western Pacific.
Auto Show opens as Detroit weighs possible strike
The Detroit Auto Show, normally a cheery showcase of latest models from the three legacy US car giants, is taking second fiddle this year to a looming auto workers' strike and its mounting odds.
'Made in Russia' fashion struggles to fill gap
Despite staff shortages, a lack of equipment and dwindling fabric supplies, Russia's fashion industry is rushing to fill the gap left by the departure of major Western labels.
Putin, Kim hold summit at Russian space centre
Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for talks on Wednesday that could see them forge an arms deal that would defy global sanctions.
Putin meets with N. Korea's Kim at Russian space centre
President Vladimir Putin shook hands with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at a Russian space centre Wednesday, images released by the Kremlin showed, kicking off a meeting that could see the leaders forge an arms deal that would defy global sanctions.
Chinese athletes must 'improve political awareness' at Asian Games
Chinese athletes must "improve their political awareness" and "be good hosts" when the Asian Games start next week in Hangzhou, the country's top sports official has said.
Argentina triumph without Messi, Brazil grab late win in Peru
World champions Argentina rested Lionel Messi but still shined in a 3-0 victory over 10-man Bolivia in La Paz on Tuesday to maintain their winning start to South American World Cup qualifying.
TikTok opposes mooted Indonesia social media transaction ban
TikTok on Wednesday criticised calls by Indonesia to ban social media transactions, as Jakarta rails against what it says are monopolistic practices by major companies with e-commerce platforms such as the Chinese-owned firm.
Dozens dead in Hanoi apartment fire
Dozens of people died in a fire at an apartment block in Vietnam's capital Hanoi, state media said Wednesday, with witnesses reporting screams from inside and a small child was thrown from the building.
Mexico concede in injury time as Uzbekistan grab 3-3 draw
Raul Jimenez scored twice but Mexico conceded a stoppage-time equaliser as they were held 3-3 by Uzbekistan in a friendly international in Atlanta on Tuesday.
North Korea's Kim, Putin arrive at Russian space center for talks
President Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un arrived at the Vostochny Cosmodrome Wednesday, Russian agencies said, set for rare talks that could lead to a weapons deal the United States has warned would violate international sanctions.
Taylor Swift, Shakira shine at MTV Video Music Awards
Taylor Swift cleaned up at Tuesday's MTV Video Music Awards, as Shakira accepted the night's prestigious Video Vanguard prize with a hip-shaking, career-spanning performance.
North Korea's Kim in Russia for Putin talks
North Korea's Kim Jong Un was in Russia Wednesday for a rare summit with President Vladimir Putin that could lead to a weapons deal that the United States has warned would violate international sanctions.
Verstappen win streak under threat in 'perilous' Singapore race
Max Verstappen's bid for a record-extending 11th straight win faces a severe test in Sunday's "perilous" Singapore night race on the unpredictable Marina Bay street circuit.
Iranians hit by internet curbs in year since protests
Iran has imposed curbs on the internet in the year since protests erupted over Mahsa Amini's death, forcing people to find other ways to run their businesses or keep in touch with loved ones.
Asian Games will be 'new beginning' for biggest-ever South Korea team
The Asian Games will be a "new beginning" for South Korean sport, a top official said, with badminton world number one An Se-young spearheading the country's largest-ever team at the competition.
As climate catastrophes rise, reinsurers reduce risks
Natural disasters are now happening so frequently that reinsurers -- the firms that sell insurance to insurance companies -- are scaling back their exposure to such risks.
UBS's Credit Suisse takeover, 'deal of the century'?
Did banking giant UBS make "the deal of the century" when it bought one of the world's biggest banks for a pittance as it teetered on the edge of the abyss?
Economy and management blamed for demise of UK retailer Wilko
The imminent demise of household goods seller Wilko highlights the challenges UK retailers currently face amid decades-high inflation and anaemic economic growth, but experts argue it also stems from bad management.