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Swedish king leads mourning after school massacre

Swedish king leads mourning after school massacre

Sweden on Wednesday mourned the victims of its worst mass killing as police indicated that the gunman likely shot himself after killing 10 people at an adult education centre.

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US Postal Service halts China suspension after stoking trade fear

US Postal Service halts China suspension after stoking trade fear

The US Postal Service (USPS) said Wednesday it would continue accepting packages from China and Hong Kong, hours after an order to suspend shipments over President Donald Trump's new tariffs sparked fears of major trade disruptions.

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Steel decline sparks protests and a movie in Belgium

Steel decline sparks protests and a movie in Belgium

Thousands of steelworkers took to the streets of Brussels on Wednesday to demand EU help for a sector whose decline is the subject of a documentary on show at Belgian cinemas.

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Root 'crucial' for England ahead of Champions Trophy, says skipper

Root 'crucial' for England ahead of Champions Trophy, says skipper

Joe Root will play a "crucial role" in India on his ODI return and as they build up to the Champions Trophy this month, England captain Jos Buttler said Wednesday.

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Chelsea star Kerr 'feared for my life' during taxi ride

Chelsea star Kerr 'feared for my life' during taxi ride

Chelsea striker Sam Kerr said she "feared for my life" while she and her partner were in the back of a taxi moments before one of them smashed the vehicle's rear window.

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India's Rohit insists struggles 'nothing new' ahead of England ODIs

India's Rohit insists struggles 'nothing new' ahead of England ODIs

India skipper Rohit Sharma on Wednesday insisted his recent Test struggles were just part of the "ups and downs" of a long career as he looks to rediscover his form in three one-day internationals against England.

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Even in career twilight, Ronaldo's star undimmed at 40

Even in career twilight, Ronaldo's star undimmed at 40

Cristiano Ronaldo's playing days may be numbered but his following is bigger than ever as he celebrates his 40th birthday in his adopted home of Saudi Arabia on Wednesday.

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Barca avoiding 'excuses' after Real Madrid ref complaints: Flick

Barca avoiding 'excuses' after Real Madrid ref complaints: Flick

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said Wednesday his team would not hide behind "excuses" after rivals Real Madrid attacked Spanish refereeing following a surprise La Liga defeat.

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Australia fear rank turner for second Sri Lanka Test

Australia fear rank turner for second Sri Lanka Test

Australia are on guard for a spin trap when the second and final Test gets underway in Galle on Thursday despite an unassailable lead in the series.

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EU seeks new import fee on e-commerce packages

EU seeks new import fee on e-commerce packages

The European Commission announced Wednesday it would seek to impose new fees on e-commerce imports, as part of efforts to tackle a surge of "harmful" products into the bloc -- the bulk of them from China.

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