Japan axes Netflix collaboration after outcry over dating show
Japan's justice ministry said Friday it will cancel a collaboration with a controversial Netflix dating show featuring ex-juvenile delinquents, following backlash against what some called the glorification of crimes.
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2,500 dead and rising -- UN says DR Congo Ebola outbreak 'growing exponentially'
The Ebola outbreak raging in the Democratic Republic of Congo is growing "exponentially", with more than 2,500 deaths recorded and half of those in the last 20 days, the senior UN coordinator on the disease said Friday.
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Stocks tread cautiously as traders weigh US Treasury action
Global stock markets traded cautiously on Friday as investors assessed the US Treasury's effort to push down long-term borrowing costs, which spiked this week.
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England all out for 409, lead Pakistan by 238 runs in 1st Test
England enjoyed a flurry of tailend runs before they were dismissed for 409 by Pakistan on the third day of the first Test at Headingley on Friday for a first-innings lead of 238.
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STARTRADER Launches XAUUSD247, Extending Gold CFD Access Across the Full Week
The new instrument provides XAUUSD247 quotes during weekends and overnight hours, subject to scheduled maintenance windows.
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Premier League returns with Arsenal eyeing title dynasty
Champions Arsenal kick off the Premier League season on Friday reinforced by astute signings as boss Mikel Arteta welcomes the pressure of being "hunted" by their title rivals.
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Spurs agree deal to sign Man City's Savinho: reports
Tottenham have agreed a deal to sign Manchester City winger Savinho for an initial fee of around £75 million ($102 million), according to reports on Friday.
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Bayern knew about Musiala's condition 'a long time ago' says Kompany
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said Friday the club were aware of midfielder Jamal Musiala's neurological disorder long before it was made public this week.
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US-sanctioned ICC head warns against 'demise of international rule of law'
International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane of Japan warned on Friday against "the demise of international rule of law" after the United States targeted her with sanctions.
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Ex-Pakistan PM Khan taken back to jail after hospital checks
Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan was transferred back to jail on Friday, authorities said, hours after the popular politician was taken to hospital for court-ordered medical checks.
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