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Trump threats to South Africa rattle automakers
Trump threats to South Africa rattle automakers

South Africa exports vehicles worth about $1.9 billion every year, many to the United States under a trade deal now in jeopardy as President Donald Trump piles pressure on the country.

February 13, 2025

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Afghan faces trial over deadly knife attack on German policeman
Afghan faces trial over deadly knife attack on German policeman

An Afghan man with suspected jihadist motives goes on trial in Germany on Thursday over a knife attack that killed a policeman and wounded five others at an anti-Islam rally last year.

February 13, 2025

North Korea demolishing family reunion centre, Seoul says
North Korea demolishing family reunion centre, Seoul says

North Korea is demolishing a venue that for decades hosted tearful reunions of families separated by the Korean War and the division of the country, Seoul said Thursday.

February 13, 2025

Asian stocks rise, oil falls as Trump fans Ukraine peace hopes
Asian stocks rise, oil falls as Trump fans Ukraine peace hopes

Asian markets mostly rose Thursday and oil prices extended losses as forecast-topping US inflation was overshadowed by hopes for an end to the Ukraine war after news Donald Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin had discussed peace talks.

February 13, 2025

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Musk's DOGE team raises major cyber security concerns
Musk's DOGE team raises major cyber security concerns

Young engineers deployed across the US government as part of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency have triggered alarm throughout Washington's security establishment.

February 13, 2025

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Sony hikes profit forecast on strong gaming business
Sony hikes profit forecast on strong gaming business

Japanese entertainment and electronics giant Sony upgraded its annual net profit forecast to $7.0 billion on Thursday thanks to its strong gaming business.

February 13, 2025