Europe rights court hears climate cases against governments
Cases opened Wednesday before the European Court of Human Rights against France and Switzerland over alleged failings to protect the environment, marking the first time governments are in the court's dock for alleged climate change inaction.
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Stock markets jump on easing bank fears, Alibaba restructure
Stock markets rose solidly Wednesday on easing fears of contagion from the banking crisis.
Read moreErmotti back as UBS CEO to handle Credit Suisse takeover risks
UBS announced Wednesday it will bring back former chief executive Sergio Ermotti to handle the huge risks involved in the Swiss banking giant's controversial absorption of troubled rival Credit Suisse.
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Netherlands matches crucial for South Africa's World Cup hopes
Two end-of-season one-day international matches between South Africa and the Netherlands would not normally attract much attention -– but the games this weekend are crucial for the Proteas.
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IAEA chief arrives at Ukraine nuclear plant held by Russia
The UN atomic watchdog chief arrived Wednesday at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in a rare visit to Europe's largest atomic facility currently controlled by Russian forces.
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'Lily Savage', UK star who made drag mainstream, dies at 67
The British royal family led tributes Wednesday to comedian and entertainer Paul O'Grady who made drag culture mainstream with his alter ego Lily Savage.
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UK defence minister would 'love' return of conscription
UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said Wednesday he would "love" to see Britain emulate Finland and Sweden by bringing back military conscription.
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France probes case of man gravely injured at water protest
French prosecutors said Wednesday they were probing the case of a man seriously wounded at a demonstration over access to water, after his family filed a criminal complaint.
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Ferguson, Wenger inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame
Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson and ex-Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger on Wednesday became the first managers to be inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame.
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Germany lays on the pomp for Charles III's first foreign trip
Britain's Charles III will travel to Germany on Wednesday for his first state visit as king, with the trip billed as "an important European gesture" to maintain strong ties after Brexit.
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