The world is the planet Earth and all life on it, including human civilization. In a philosophical context, the "world" is the whole of the physical Universe, or an ontological world. In a theological context, the world is the material or the profane sphere, as opposed to the celestial, spiritual, transcendent or sacred spheres. "End of the world" scenarios refer to the end of human history, often in religious contexts.
World stocks fell to a two-week low after U.S. lawmakers called for an impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump, and after Trump himself delivered a stinging rebuke to China's trade practices in..
World leaders and special invited guests posed for a 'family photo' along the picturesque Biarritz seaside on Sunday, set against a backdrop of worries over a global economic downturn and disunity on a..
Dina Asher-Smith becomes the first British woman to claim a global sprint title by storming to 200m gold at the World Championships. BBC News - Published
Nigel Benn will come out of retirement after 23 years in November, but fellow ex-world champion Richie Woodall says he fears for the 55-year-old. BBC News - Published
World stock markets rose on Monday on signs that major economies would look to prop up stalling growth with fresh stimulus measures, easing pressure on bonds and dampening demand for perceived.. Reuters - Published
Caster Semenya says she will not race at the World Championships in Qatar later this year if she loses an appeal against IAAF rules governing testosterone levels in female athletes. BBC News - Published
World stock markets edged higher on Monday, as investors eyed the resumption of trade talks between the United States and China and watched for signs of progress on Brexit. Reuters - Published
World stocks fell for a third straight day on Friday on pessimism about global economic growth and trade tensions, putting them on track for their first weekly drop this year, while the U.S. dollar was.. Reuters - Published
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