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BMW boosts profitability, welcomes Nexperia signals
BMW boosts profitability, welcomes Nexperia signals

BMW on Wednesday reported rising profitability in the last quarter despite slowing Chinese sales and the impact of tariffs, offering some rare good news for Germany's beleaguered auto sector.

November 05, 2025

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EU strikes last-ditch deal on climate targets as COP30 looms
EU strikes last-ditch deal on climate targets as COP30 looms

The European Union struck a deal Wednesday on the 27-nation bloc's next big emissions-cutting targets, after making a string of concessions to win over reluctant capitals in time for the UN's COP30 summit.

November 05, 2025

Stocks retreat as tech bubble fears grow
Stocks retreat as tech bubble fears grow

Technology companies led sell-offs on stock markets Wednesday, as investors grow increasingly worried about an AI bubble following a rally that has propelled valuations to record highs.

November 05, 2025

Shein opens first permanent store amid heavy police presence
Shein opens first permanent store amid heavy police presence

Paris authorities on Wednesday deployed riot police for the unveiling of Shein's first bricks and mortar store in the world, as controversy swirled over the Asian e-commerce giant's fast fashion and sale of childlike sex dolls online.

November 05, 2025

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Attack on key city in Sudan's Kordofan region kills 40: UN
Attack on key city in Sudan's Kordofan region kills 40: UN

An attack on a funeral in the key city of El-Obeid in Sudan's central Kordofan region killed 40 people, the UN said Wednesday, as paramilitaries looked poised to launch an offensive.

November 05, 2025

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South Africa's Wiese wary of 'hurt' France before re-match
South Africa's Wiese wary of 'hurt' France before re-match

South Africa back-rower Jasper Wiese said he is wary of a "hurt" France eyeing revenge in this Saturday's Autumn Nations Series game in Paris.

November 05, 2025