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SoftBank's Son says Japan is 'stupid' to disallow ride-sharing
SoftBank Group Corp Chief Executive Masayoshi Son blasted Japan on Thursday for not allowing ride-sharing services, calling it "stupid" and saying the country was lagging overseas rivals in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI).
British moorland fire extinguished after more than three weeks
A fire on a moorland in northern England, which was declared a major incident and required army assistance to tackle, has been extinguished more than three weeks after it started, the fire brigade said.
Pro-Assad villages evacuated in deal with Syrian insurgents
Two pro-government villages in northwestern Syria were evacuated on Thursday, state television reported, in an agreement between the Damascus government and insurgents who had laid siege to them for several years.
Britain has identified Russians suspected of Skripal nerve attack - PA
British police have identified several Russians who they believe were behind the nerve agent attack on former double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter, the Press Association reported on Thursday, citing a source close to the investigation.
Thyssenkrupp investor Elliott demands appointment of new 'external' CEO
Thyssenkrupp should replace Guido Kerkhoff as chief executive with a new external candidate, activist investor Elliott Associates told the company's supervisory board.
Thailand's cave boys wake up at home for first time in weeks
Thailand's rescued cave boys woke up in their own homes for the first time in more than three weeks on Thursday, with many rising at dawn to take part in a religious ceremony.
EU mulls coal, pharma, chemicals tariffs if U.S. hits cars: Wiwo
The European Union will consider introducing tariffs on coal, pharmaceuticals and chemical products from the United States if President Donald Trump imposes restrictions on European cars, Germany's Wirtschaftswoche magazine reported on Thursday.
Evacuation of two pro-Assad Syrian villages complete
The evacuation of thousands of people from two loyalist Syrian villages that were besieged by rebels in the northwest is complete, state media said on Thursday, with the government expected to release hundreds of detainees in return.
Skripal Novichok poisoning suspects identified - Press Association
UK investigators believe they have identified the suspected perpetrators behind the Novichok nerve agent attack on the Skripals, the Press Association reported on Thursday.
Amazon hands goodwill to eBay with move to shut Australians out of overseas sites
Australian home entertainment installer Paul Boon has relied for years on Amazon.com Inc's U.S. website for cheap wall racks and other parts to keep his costs down.
Tongue-lashings from North Korea's Kim underscore shift in focus to economy
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's strident rebukes of officials during recent trips to industrial sites were aimed at rallying support at home for his economic drive and convincing outsiders about his willingness to denuclearize.
Evacuation of two pro-Assad Syrian villages complete: Ikhbariya TV
The evacuation of all civilians from two loyalist Syrian villages that were besieged by rebels in the northwest is complete, Syria's Ikhbariya television said on Thursday.
Scores of gymnasts who survived doctor's abuse take stage at ESPYs
More than 100 survivors who went public with emotional stories of abuse by former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar appeared on stage together to accept an award for courage on Wednesday at the annual ESPYs ceremony.
Malaysia PM says to negotiate deferment of high-speed rail link with Singapore
Malaysia will look to negotiate the deferment of a high-speed rail project with Singapore, Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Thursday.
Japan exports to U.S. fall, business mood sours amid fears of trade war
Japan's exports to the United States fell for the first time in 17 months and Japanese business sentiment soured amid worries about U.S. President Donald Trump's protectionist trade policies.
Mexico's leftist election winners to appeal campaign funding fine
Mexican President-elect Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador's political party said on Wednesday it would appeal a $10 million fine from the National Electoral Institute (INE) for breaking campaign finance rules.
Asian shares higher on U.S. earnings but trade worries rattle offshore yuan
Asian shares made early gains on Thursday as upbeat Wall Street earnings supported global investor sentiment, although trade war jitters pushed China's offshore yuan to a fresh one-year low.
Trump on Twitter (July 18): Putin, NATO
The following statements were posted to the verified Twitter accounts of U.S. President Donald Trump, @realDonaldTrump and @POTUS.
U.S. Interior watchdog probes Zinke over real estate deal
The U.S. Interior Department's watchdog said in a letter to lawmakers on Wednesday that it was investigating a Montana real estate deal involving a foundation set up by Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke and a development group backed by the chairman...
Two reported shark attacks close New York's Fire Island beaches
Two shark attacks were reported off Fire Island National Seashore east of New York City on Wednesday, with officials analyzing a tooth removed from one teenage victim's leg to determine what bit him, authorities said.