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ECB mulls rate hike slowdown on 'peak inflation' hopes

ECB mulls rate hike slowdown on 'peak inflation' hopes

Growing hopes that the eurozone's red-hot inflation is nearing its peak could prompt European Central Bank policymakers to opt for a smaller rate hike on Thursday, observers said.

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Blind surfer Matt Formston: conquering the world's biggest waves

Blind surfer Matt Formston: conquering the world's biggest waves

Matt Formston proudly shows off a photo of him surfing a liquid mountain off the Portuguese coast, where some of the biggest waves on the planet crash to shore. No matter that he can't see it because he is blind.

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Golden Globes to unveil nominations as censured awards eye comeback

Golden Globes to unveil nominations as censured awards eye comeback

Boycotted by A-listers and studios last year, the Golden Globes will attempt to rebuild their reputation as one of Hollywood's top award shows with organizers unveiling this year's nominees on Monday.

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Inspired by Morocco World Cup run, Laklalech takes LPGA spot

Inspired by Morocco World Cup run, Laklalech takes LPGA spot

Inspired by her homeland's historic run at the World Cup, Moroccan golfer Ines Laklalech earned a place on the 2023 LPGA Tour after an eight-round qualifying tournament ended Sunday.

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Two killed in Peru as protests spread against new president

Two killed in Peru as protests spread against new president

Protests against Peru's new government turned deadly on Sunday, with two people killed as police clashed with angry demonstrators calling for a national strike, fresh elections and the release of detained former president Pedro Castillo.

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Guatemala volcano eruption eases after forcing airport closure

Guatemala volcano eruption eases after forcing airport closure

One of the most active volcanoes in Central America erupted over the weekend, spewing lava and ash and forcing Guatemalan authorities to briefly close the country's largest airport before activity eased on Sunday.

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Australia's Hazlewood out of 1st South Africa Test

Australia's Hazlewood out of 1st South Africa Test

Injured pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood on Monday was ruled out of Australia's opening Test against South Africa in Brisbane this week, but skipper Pat Cummins "appears likely" to play.

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One dead in Peru as protests spread against new president

One dead in Peru as protests spread against new president

Protests against Peru's new government turned deadly this weekend, with a teenager killed as police clashed with angry demonstrators calling for a national strike, fresh elections and the release of detained former president Pedro Castillo.

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NFL-best Eagles grab playoff spot while Lions upset Vikings

NFL-best Eagles grab playoff spot while Lions upset Vikings

Jalen Hurts threw for two touchdowns and ran for another on Sunday as the Philadelphia Eagles beat the New York Giants 48-22 and became the NFL's first playoff qualifier.

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Protests spread against Peru's new president

Protests spread against Peru's new president

Protests against Peru's new government grew this weekend, with police clashing with angry demonstrators calling for a national strike, fresh elections and the release of detained former president Pedro Castillo.

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