Inside Germany's rare earth treasure chest
In a World War II bunker east of Frankfurt, a steel door weighing over four tonnes protects Germany's largest reserve of rare earths, a treasure at the heart of rising geopolitical tensions.
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Former jihadist Syrian leader makes unprecedented White House visit
President Ahmed al-Sharaa will become Syria's first leader to pay an official visit to the White House on Monday, a crowning achievement for the ex-jihadist who since taking power has ended his country's isolation.
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Kagiyama takes NHK lead in Japan to kick-start Olympic season
Japan's Yuma Kagiyama took the lead after the NHK Trophy short programme on Friday as he gears up for the Winter Olympics with his first Grand Prix appearance this season.
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Ikea profits drop on lower prices, tariff costs
The world's leading furniture company, Ikea, reported a sharp fall in annual profits on Friday as it focused on dropping prices to boost volume and faced higher costs due to US tariffs.
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European, Asian stocks decline after Wall Street slide
European and Asian stock markets retreated Friday after a slide on Wall Street following weak US jobs data and signals that the Federal Reserve will not cut interest rates this year.
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Tuchel brings 'immense' Bellingham and Foden back into England fold
Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden were Friday recalled by England for the team's final two World Cup qualifiers after what manager Thomas Tuchel described as "immense performances" for their clubs.
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German FA extends with president Neuendorf until 2029
The German FA (DFB) on Friday announced a four-year contract extension for president Bernd Neuendorf, whose ambitious agenda includes a potential World Cup bid.
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No end to Sudan fighting despite RSF paramilitaries backing truce plan
An end to fighting in Sudan still seems far off despite the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, fighting the army for more than two years, endorsing a truce proposal.
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US officials, NGOs cry foul as Washington snubs UN rights review
US officials and rights defenders gathered at the United Nations in Geneva on Friday to voice concerns over human rights under President Donald Trump's administration, and denounce Washington's decision to snub a review of its record.
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Injured teen medal hope Tabanelli risks missing home Winter Olympics
Teenage freestyle skier Flora Tabanelli, one of Italy's medal hopes at the upcoming Winter Olympics, risks sitting out Milan-Cortina after tearing a knee ligament, the country's winter sports federation (FISI) said Friday.
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