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'Two ways of calculating': Trump defends his mathematically impossible calculations on drug prices

President Donald Trump, known for popularizing the term "fake news," seems to have shifted focus to a healthy dose of fake math in defending impossibly large cuts to prescription drug prices

'Two ways of calculating': Trump defends his mathematically impossible calculations on drug prices
Americas|MidEast|Political|Sports|US|World

US says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed

U.S.

US says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed
Crime|Political|US|World

US soldier charged with making $400,000 on Maduro removal bets

A U.S.

US soldier charged with making $400,000 on Maduro removal bets
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Senator Steve Daines to lead visit to China before May summit, SCMP reports

U.S. Republican Senator Steve Daines will lead a five-member bipartisan delegation to China next week, the South China Morning Post reported on Friday, citing sources. U.S.

US Senator Steve Daines to lead visit to China before May summit, SCMP reports
Crime|Political|US

Exchange of gunfire inside Mall of Louisiana leaves 1 person dead and 5 wounded

Police say one person died and five more were wounded after a shooting inside the food court at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge

Exchange of gunfire inside Mall of Louisiana leaves 1 person dead and 5 wounded
Political|Sports|World

Italy dismisses replacing Iran at the World Cup after suggestion by Trump official

Four-time champion Italy is not interested in replacing Iran at the upcoming World Cup in North America following a suggestion to that effect by U.S. special envoy Paolo Zampolli

Italy dismisses replacing Iran at the World Cup after suggestion by Trump official
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says Lebanon and Israel agree to extend Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire by 3 weeks

President Donald Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group by three weeks after talks at the White House

Trump says Lebanon and Israel agree to extend Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire by 3 weeks
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump on gas prices: Americans should expect to pay more 'for a little while'

U.S.

Trump on gas prices: Americans should expect to pay more 'for a little while'
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

U.S. concerned about Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S. security official says

The United States is concerned about some Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S.

U.S. concerned about Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S. security official says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

One person approved for $1 million US Gold Card visa program so far, commerce secretary says

The Trump administration has approved only one Gold Card visa under a program granting U.S. residency to non-citizens for a $1 million fee, Commerce Secretary Howard

One person approved for $1 million US Gold Card visa program so far, commerce secretary says
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration probes NYC Department of Education over pro-Palestinian group

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Trump administration probes NYC Department of Education over pro-Palestinian group
Political|US|World

Trump says US will not use nuclear weapon in Iran war

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he would not use a nuclear weapon in the war against Iran. "Why would I use a nuclear weapon?

Trump says US will not use nuclear weapon in Iran war
Political|US|World

Trump to invite Russia's Putin to G20 summit in Miami, WaPo reports

U.S.

Trump to invite Russia's Putin to G20 summit in Miami, WaPo reports
Business|Economy|Political

Democratic lawmakers urge retail, shipper CEOs to pass Trump tariff refunds to consumers

A group of 15 Democrats in the U.S.

Democratic lawmakers urge retail, shipper CEOs to pass Trump tariff refunds to consumers
Economy|Political|World

Iran seizes vessel in Strait of Hormuz, defying US naval superiority

Iran flaunted its tightened grip over the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday with a video of commandos in a

Iran seizes vessel in Strait of Hormuz, defying US naval superiority
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says leaders of Lebanon and Israel could meet in next three weeks

U.S.

Trump says leaders of Lebanon and Israel could meet in next three weeks
Economy|Political|World

Mexico opens probe into economy minister over son's stay in diplomatic residence

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Thursday the government has opened an investigation into Economy Minister Marcelo

Mexico opens probe into economy minister over son's stay in diplomatic residence
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Haiti's new UN-backed gang-fighting force exceeds funding expectations

The new U.N.-backed international force charged with combating Haiti’s violent gangs has received more pledges than the 5,500 military and police it is seeking, and Chadian troops have already deployed in the capital, Port-au-Prince

Haiti's new UN-backed gang-fighting force exceeds funding expectations
Crime|Political

Video of 2024 Lake Fayetteville shooting shown in court as defendant testifies in murder trial

Video of 2024 Lake Fayetteville shooting shown in court as defendant testifies in murder trial

Video of 2024 Lake Fayetteville shooting shown in court as defendant testifies in murder trial
Political|Sports|Travel|World

Amnesty International and rights groups issue a World Cup travel advisory for the US

Amnesty International and U.S. civil rights groups have issued a “World Cup travel advisory," warning visitors about “rising authoritarianism and increasing violence" in the U.S. under President Donald Trump's immigration policies

Amnesty International and rights groups issue a World Cup travel advisory for the US
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails

US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails

US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors

San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors

San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule

Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule

Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule
Education|Opinion|Political

Supreme Court’s ‘shadow docket’ brings hasty decisions with long-lasting implications, outside of its usual careful deliberation

What is the Supreme Court’s ‘shadow docket’ and why is it important?

Supreme Court’s ‘shadow docket’ brings hasty decisions with long-lasting implications, outside of its usual careful deliberation
Political

Republican proposes giving Democratic-leaning part of Virginia back to DC after redistricting vote

A Republican congressman has introduced legislation that would expand the borders of Washington, D.C., and cost Virginia Democratic voters

Republican proposes giving Democratic-leaning part of Virginia back to DC after redistricting vote
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

European states accuse Russia of trying to erase memory of Stalin's crimes after monument disappears

Four European states have accused Russia of trying to destroy the memory of Soviet leader Josef Stalin's crimes against his own people after a monument to

European states accuse Russia of trying to erase memory of Stalin's crimes after monument disappears
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry

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US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump has not mentioned Canada paying an 'entry fee' ahead of USMCA talks, says Carney

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Trump has not mentioned Canada paying an 'entry fee' ahead of USMCA talks, says Carney
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Sports|World

Citadel hits back after Mamdani features Griffin's penthouse in video

Ken Griffin's Citadel has pushed back against Zohran Mamdani after the New York Mayor dragged in the billionaire investor's penthouse in his push to tax wealthy property owners in

Citadel hits back after Mamdani features Griffin's penthouse in video
Business|Economy|Political|World

US ambassador to Mexico floats action on bribery, corruption

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US ambassador to Mexico floats action on bribery, corruption
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

US EEOC Chair violated ethics rules halting LGBTQ cases, complaint alleges

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US EEOC Chair violated ethics rules halting LGBTQ cases, complaint alleges
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump to tap government contracting expert to head TSA, sources say

President Donald Trump intends to nominate a longtime business executive and government contracting expert to head the Transportation Security

Trump to tap government contracting expert to head TSA, sources say
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron

President Donald Trump announced a drug pricing deal with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals on Thursday, wrapping up the

Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Venice Biennale jury excludes Russia and Israel from artist awards as EU threatens funding cut

Jurors at the Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition said on Thursday they would not consider artists from countries whose leaders are facing charges

Venice Biennale jury excludes Russia and Israel from artist awards as EU threatens funding cut
Business|Economy|Political|World

White House expected to extend Jones Act waiver up to 90 days, sources say

The White House is expected to extend the Jones Act waiver for up to 90 days as early as Friday to help blunt fuel price pressures tied to the Iran conflict,

White House expected to extend Jones Act waiver up to 90 days, sources say
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Cuban diplomat denies that releasing political prisoners is part of US negotiations

Havana won't abide by any American “ultimatums” to release political prisoners as part of new talks

Cuban diplomat denies that releasing political prisoners is part of US negotiations
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Families outraged after no charges filed in Detroit gas station shooting that left three people dead

Families outraged after no charges filed in Detroit gas station shooting that left three people dead

Families outraged after no charges filed in Detroit gas station shooting that left three people dead
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department's watchdog is reviewing compliance with the law mandating Epstein files release

The Department of Justice’s internal watchdog is reviewing the department’s compliance with the law mandating the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files

Justice Department's watchdog is reviewing compliance with the law mandating Epstein files release
Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

FACT FOCUS: RFK Jr. misleads on Medicaid cuts

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been disputing claims of Medicaid cuts in President Donald Trump's 2025 tax and spending law

FACT FOCUS: RFK Jr. misleads on Medicaid cuts
Crime|Political|World

Ex-Philippine President Duterte to face trial on crimes against humanity charges

Judges at the International Criminal Court have confirmed crimes against humanity charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for deadly anti-drugs crackdowns he allegedly oversaw while in office

Ex-Philippine President Duterte to face trial on crimes against humanity charges
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pope condemns killing of protesters in Iran, reaffirms stance against war

Pope Leo on Thursday firmly condemned the killing of protesters in Iran, after U.S.

Pope condemns killing of protesters in Iran, reaffirms stance against war
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department watchdog to review release of Epstein files

The U.S.

US Justice Department watchdog to review release of Epstein files
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Crude oil futures jump on reports of air attacks, Iran power struggle

Crude oil futures spiked $5 a barrel on Thursday after reports that air defenses were engaging targets over Tehran and of a power struggle between Iran's

Crude oil futures jump on reports of air attacks, Iran power struggle
Election|Political|US|World

US to deploy election observers in The Bahamas

The United States is planning to deploy officials to observe next month's election in The Bahamas, the U.S.

US to deploy election observers in The Bahamas
Health|Political|Science

RFK Jr. wants to add specialists to preventive care panel. Experts say it’s the wrong move

RFK Jr. wants to add specialists to preventive care panel. Experts say it’s the wrong move

RFK Jr. wants to add specialists to preventive care panel. Experts say it’s the wrong move
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Murder retrial begins in deputy's killing of a Black man entering his grandmother's Ohio home

More than two years after an Ohio judge declared a mistrial, a murder retrial has begun for a former Ohio sheriff’s deputy charged in the December 2020 killing of a Black man

Murder retrial begins in deputy's killing of a Black man entering his grandmother's Ohio home
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department watchdog to review handling of Epstein files

Justice Department watchdog to review handling of Epstein files

Justice Department watchdog to review handling of Epstein files
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

White House accuses China of industrial-scale theft of AI technology

The White House on Thursday accused China of stealing U.S. artificial intelligence labs' intellectual property on an industrial scale in a

White House accuses China of industrial-scale theft of AI technology
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo decries migrants being treated 'worse than house pets'

Pope Leo on Thursday decried the world's treatment of immigrants, saying that often migrants and refugees seeking to escape violence or

Pope Leo decries migrants being treated 'worse than house pets'
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Millions of Americans may now also be considered Canadian under a new law

Millions more Americans might qualify for dual Canadian citizenship under a recent change to Canada’s requirements that has led to a surge in applications from its southern neighbor

Millions of Americans may now also be considered Canadian under a new law
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift

A cannabis industry group calls President Donald Trump’s reclassification of state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug “the most significant federal advancement in cannabis policy" in decades

Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Higher fuel costs due to Iran war mean fewer people will receive aid globally, NRC says

The Iran war is having a devastating humanitarian impact globally with higher energy prices making everything from filling the tank of an aid lorry to

Higher fuel costs due to Iran war mean fewer people will receive aid globally, NRC says
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Tanzania inquiry says over 500 killed in last year's election violence

At least 518 people were killed in violence that broke out during Tanzania's elections last October, a government-appointed commission of inquiry said on

Tanzania inquiry says over 500 killed in last year's election violence
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Food|Health|Political|Science|Stock Markets|US

US farm agency to move research and food safety staff from Washington

The U.S.

US farm agency to move research and food safety staff from Washington
Americas|Europe|Political|World

EU leaders to discuss mutual assistance pact amid NATO doubts

European Union leaders will discuss the bloc's mutual assistance clause at a summit in Cyprus on Thursday, as U.S.

EU leaders to discuss mutual assistance pact amid NATO doubts
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Argentina blocks journalists from government house citing espionage with smart glasses

The government of Argentina's President Javier Milei blocked the entry of accredited journalists to government house Casa Rosada

Argentina blocks journalists from government house citing espionage with smart glasses
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK and French governments sign a 3-year deal to curb migrant crossings in English Channel

The U.K. and French governments have signed a new multimillion-euro deal to reduce migrant crossings in the English Channel

UK and French governments sign a 3-year deal to curb migrant crossings in English Channel
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

What Hispanic adults, men and young Americans think of Trump, according to an AP-NORC poll

An AP-NORC poll finds many of the groups that helped elect Donald Trump as president again are deeply unhappy with his performance

What Hispanic adults, men and young Americans think of Trump, according to an AP-NORC poll
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US senators seek probe into FAA administrator stock sale

Three Democratic U.S. senators asked a federal watchdog to investigate if the head of the Federal Aviation Administration violated his ethics

US senators seek probe into FAA administrator stock sale
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli fire kills five in Gaza and the West Bank, medics say

Israeli airstrikes killed at least four Palestinians in Gaza on Thursday, and Israeli soldiers shot and killed a 15-year-old

Israeli fire kills five in Gaza and the West Bank, medics say
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Dollar heads for weekly gain as Iran-US tensions undermine ceasefire hopes

The dollar edged higher and was on track for a weekly gain on Thursday, as a standoff between Iran and the United States

Dollar heads for weekly gain as Iran-US tensions undermine ceasefire hopes
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Mauritius tells UK it will wait until end-July for Chagos deal

Mauritius said it would wait up to the end of July for Britain to finalise a deal to hand over the Chagos Islands after London put the agreement on hold following

Mauritius tells UK it will wait until end-July for Chagos deal
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Son of former Shah of Iran appeals to Western countries for support

The son of the former Shah appealed to Western countries to join the war against Iran and criticised the decision of the German government not to meet him during his visit

Son of former Shah of Iran appeals to Western countries for support
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

‘They are going to be rejected again’: NASA chief faces grilling on Trump’s budget proposal

‘They are going to be rejected again’: NASA chief faces grilling on Trump’s budget proposal

‘They are going to be rejected again’: NASA chief faces grilling on Trump’s budget proposal
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Druzhba oil flows to Slovakia and Hungary after Ukraine war standoff

Slovakia and Hungary said they began receiving crude oil through the Druzhba pipeline on Thursday after a months-long outage that had blocked European Union aid to

Druzhba oil flows to Slovakia and Hungary after Ukraine war standoff
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romania's ruling coalition loses majority after its biggest party walks out

Seven ministers from Romania's largest party, the Social Democrats, resigned from the pro-European coalition government of Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan on Thursday,

Romania's ruling coalition loses majority after its biggest party walks out
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN weighs continued Lebanon presence after peacekeeping mission ends

Some form of ongoing U.N. presence might continue after a peacekeeping mission in Lebanon ends later this year, U.N. peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix

UN weighs continued Lebanon presence after peacekeeping mission ends
Europe|Political|World

Italy's contested deal to send migrants to Albania gets legal lifeline

Italy's deal to send migrants to Albania while their asylum claims are processed is compatible in principle with EU rules, an adviser to the bloc’s top court said on

Italy's contested deal to send migrants to Albania gets legal lifeline
Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Italy underwhelmed by Trump envoy's suggestion they should replace Iran at World Cup

The suggestion by an envoy of Donald Trump that Italy should replace Iran at this year's World Cup provoked embarrassment from Azzurri fans on

Soccer-Italy underwhelmed by Trump envoy's suggestion they should replace Iran at World Cup
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump likes a naval blockade. But Iran presents big differences from Venezuela and Cuba

President Donald Trump has turned to naval blockades to pressure the governments of Venezuela, Cuba and now Iran to meet his demands

Trump likes a naval blockade. But Iran presents big differences from Venezuela and Cuba
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Political

Netflix's "Love on the Spectrum" star advocates for new Georgia law

Netflix's "Love on the Spectrum" star advocates for new Georgia law

Netflix's "Love on the Spectrum" star advocates for new Georgia law
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Slovenia TV says it won't air Eurovision song contest after pulling out

Slovenia’s national broadcaster RTV Slovenia won’t air the Eurovision Song Contest this year after the small European country previously pulled out of the event over Israel’s participation

Slovenia TV says it won't air Eurovision song contest after pulling out
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Tanzania postelection inquiry shows 518 people died in last year’s violence

A commission in Tanzania formed to investigate postelection violence says that at least 518 people died after the October vote

Tanzania postelection inquiry shows 518 people died in last year’s violence
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World

Trump threats against Iran are a boon for prediction markets, including some backed by his son

President Donald Trump loves to keep people guessing about his next policy moves, a reality TV, cliffhanger governing style that is helping “events” wagering companies, including some backed by one of his sons

Trump threats against Iran are a boon for prediction markets, including some backed by his son
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

EU touts temporary energy subsidies, but costs risk ballooning

When the European Union outlines looser state aid rules next week to help governments cushion the blow from energy prices driven

EU touts temporary energy subsidies, but costs risk ballooning
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese PM accuses Israel of war crimes after strike kills journalist

Lebanese PM accuses Israel of war crimes after strike kills journalist

Lebanese PM accuses Israel of war crimes after strike kills journalist
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK to pay France up to $892 million in deal to reduce migrant crossings

Britain said on Wednesday it would pay France up to 660 million pounds ($892 million) under a three-year border security deal to curb illegal migrant crossings of the

UK to pay France up to $892 million in deal to reduce migrant crossings
Africa|Political|World

A court orders Zambian government to return ex-president's body to a funeral home in bizarre dispute

A dispute over the remains of Zambia's former President Edgar Lungu continues as a court orders his body returned to his family

A court orders Zambian government to return ex-president's body to a funeral home in bizarre dispute
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

US military says it seizes another oil tanker associated with Iran

The U.S. military hsa seized another tanker associated with the smuggling of Iranian oil

US military says it seizes another oil tanker associated with Iran
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Brazil's VP Alckmin, a negotiator of the Mercosur-EU deal, sees it as relief in a turbulent world

Brazil’s Vice President Geraldo Alckmin says the trade deal between South American bloc Mercosur and the European Union offers some solace at a time when unilateral moves have dominated the geopolitical landscape

Brazil's VP Alckmin, a negotiator of the Mercosur-EU deal, sees it as relief in a turbulent world
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Deported from the only home she knew, a DACA recipient fights her way back to the US

Deported from the only home she knew, a DACA recipient fights her way back to the US

Deported from the only home she knew, a DACA recipient fights her way back to the US
Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC rules that Philippine ex-President Duterte must stand trial for murder

Judges at the International Criminal Court confirmed murder charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte as crimes against

ICC rules that Philippine ex-President Duterte must stand trial for murder
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump's election fraud claims spread distrust before midterms, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

President Donald Trump's years-long campaign to undermine faith in U.S. elections has gained broad traction with the American public, a

Trump's election fraud claims spread distrust before midterms, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazilian exports to rise 13% by 2038 amid full enforcement of EU-Mercosur trade deal, says VP

Brazil's government expects the country's exports to increase 13% by 2038 through the full enforcement of the free trade deal between the South

Brazilian exports to rise 13% by 2038 amid full enforcement of EU-Mercosur trade deal, says VP
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s DOJ has cut thousands of law-enforcement jobs while vowing to get tough on crime  

The Trump administration has cut more than 4,000 employees from some of the nation’s top law-enforcement agencies, even as it vowed

Trump’s DOJ has cut thousands of law-enforcement jobs while vowing to get tough on crime  
Africa|Political|World

Trump poised to expand refugee program for white South Africans

President Donald Trump's administration is considering more than doubling an annual refugee limit to bring more white South Africans into the U.S.,

Trump poised to expand refugee program for white South Africans
Africa|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo heading back to Rome after outspoken Africa tour

Pope Leo returns to Rome on Thursday after wrapping up an ambitious four-nation Africa tour in which he forcefully decried the

Pope Leo heading back to Rome after outspoken Africa tour
Political|US|World

Senate takes key step toward funding ICE and border patrol with only GOP votes

Senate takes key step toward funding ICE and border patrol with only GOP votes

Senate takes key step toward funding ICE and border patrol with only GOP votes
Business|Political|US|World

US Navy Secretary Phelan fired as naval blockade of Iran continues

US Navy Secretary Phelan fired as naval blockade of Iran continues

US Navy Secretary Phelan fired as naval blockade of Iran continues
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon decries Israeli demolition of homes in areas occupied after ceasefire

The Israeli army has been destroying homes in areas of southern Lebanon it has occupied since agreeing last week to a ceasefire with Hezbollah

Lebanon decries Israeli demolition of homes in areas occupied after ceasefire
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Finland to spend 3.2% of GDP on defence by 2030 despite austerity

Finland will increase defence spending to 3.2% of gross domestic product by 2030, the government said, as it decided to cut other expenditure and drafted its budget for

Finland to spend 3.2% of GDP on defence by 2030 despite austerity
Business|Crime|Education|Political|World

What to know about the Trump Justice Department’s case against the Southern Poverty Law Center

What to know about the Trump Justice Department’s case against the Southern Poverty Law Center

What to know about the Trump Justice Department’s case against the Southern Poverty Law Center
Africa|Asia|Political|World

China rejects US criticism of pressure on Taiwan flight permit

China's foreign ministry on Thursday said it firmly opposes Washington's criticism of Chinese pressure on some African countries to revoke overflight clearances for

China rejects US criticism of pressure on Taiwan flight permit
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Senate passes budget plan for ICE and Border Patrol in bid to reopen Homeland Security Department

The Senate has taken the first steps in a new effort to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, voting to adopt a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol over Democratic objections

Senate passes budget plan for ICE and Border Patrol in bid to reopen Homeland Security Department
Business|Political|US|World

Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving in the latest departure of a top defense leader

The Pentagon has abruptly announced that Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his job

Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving in the latest departure of a top defense leader
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Colombia's leader to visit Venezuela for key talks with acting President Delcy Rodríguez

Colombian President Gustavo Petro is visiting Venezuela for key talks on border security and trade with the country's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez

Colombia's leader to visit Venezuela for key talks with acting President Delcy Rodríguez
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China teases new aircraft carrier in video, vows to build up islands

China teased in a video an aircraft carrier that could be its fourth, and the first

China teases new aircraft carrier in video, vows to build up islands
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Malaysia's king says he will choose next anti-graft agency chief

Malaysia's King Sultan Ibrahim said on Thursday that he will select the next head of the country's anti-graft body, with the agency's current chief under growing

Malaysia's king says he will choose next anti-graft agency chief
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|Sports|World

Houston amends curbs on ICE cooperation after governor's threat ahead of World Cup

Houston city officials amended on Wednesday an ordinance that halted cooperation with federal immigration authorities after the Texas governor

Houston amends curbs on ICE cooperation after governor's threat ahead of World Cup
Election|Finance|Political|World

Voting begins in India's West Bengal state after a national voter list purge

Voting in one of India’s most closely watched state elections has begun after a national voter roll revision removed millions of names and raised concerns over disenfranchisement

Voting begins in India's West Bengal state after a national voter list purge
Political

Takeaways from the first California governor’s debate since Eric Swalwell’s exit

Takeaways from the first California governor’s debate since Eric Swalwell’s exit

Takeaways from the first California governor’s debate since Eric Swalwell’s exit
Asia|Economy|Political|Travel|World

North Korea, Russia aim to open new road bridge soon, KCNA says

North Korea and Russia aim to open a road bridge connecting the

North Korea, Russia aim to open new road bridge soon, KCNA says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada's prime minister says the US does not get to dictate terms for a trade agreement

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says that Washington cannot dictate the terms of the continental trade deal known as USMCA

Canada's prime minister says the US does not get to dictate terms for a trade agreement
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Peru's defense and foreign ministers resign after the president stalls US military planes deal

Peru's defense and foreign ministers have resigned after the country's president stalled a $3.5 billion deal for U.S. F-16 fighter jets

Peru's defense and foreign ministers resign after the president stalls US military planes deal
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan minister makes rare visit to South China Sea island for drills

Taiwan's minister in charge of the coast guard has made a rare visit to a Taiwan-controlled island in the South China Sea for exercises, including practising the armed

Taiwan minister makes rare visit to South China Sea island for drills
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

A longer Iran conflict could boost risk for Ukraine securing missile defences, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine could face increased risks in securing U.S. anti-missile defences if the war in Iran goes on for an extended period of time, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said

A longer Iran conflict could boost risk for Ukraine securing missile defences, Zelenskiy says
Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

Trump administration flies 10-year-old back from Cuba amid custody fight involving gender identity

The Trump administration has taken the unusual step of sending a government plane to Cuba to return a 10-year-old at the center of a complicated and contentious custody fight involving the child’s gender identity

Trump administration flies 10-year-old back from Cuba amid custody fight involving gender identity
Arts|Crime|Political|US

New York Times says FBI investigated reporter after article about director Kash Patel's girlfriend

The New York Times says it has learned that the FBI investigated one of its reporters, Elizabeth Williamson, after she wrote about its agents being assigned to protect and transport the girlfriend of that agency's director, Kash Patel

New York Times says FBI investigated reporter after article about director Kash Patel's girlfriend
Political|US|World

Trump alleges ‘rigged’ Virginia redistricting vote as judge blocks new map

U.S.

Trump alleges ‘rigged’ Virginia redistricting vote as judge blocks new map
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Navy Secretary Phelan fired, sources say

Navy Secretary John Phelan has been fired, a U.S. official and a person familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, in another wartime shakeup at the

US Navy Secretary Phelan fired, sources say
Political|Sports|World

Olympics-Putin criticises previous IOC leadership as 'shameful, cowardly'

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday criticised the former leadership of the International Olympic Committee as "shameful" and "cowardly" and said he hoped for a new

Olympics-Putin criticises previous IOC leadership as 'shameful, cowardly'
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

US Senate poised to advance ICE, border funding plan after marathon voting session

U.S.

US Senate poised to advance ICE, border funding plan after marathon voting session
Asia|Political|World

The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States was indefinitely extending its ceasefire with Iran as a new round of peace talks was on hold

The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire
Election|Political|US

Judge bars certification of Virginia redistricting results; state AG promises appeal

Judge bars certification of Virginia redistricting results; state AG promises appeal

Judge bars certification of Virginia redistricting results; state AG promises appeal
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

New Zealand's opposition Labour Party to support India free trade deal

New Zealand's opposition Labour Party said on Thursday it would support a free trade deal with India, paving the way for the agreement to clear parliament after one of

New Zealand's opposition Labour Party to support India free trade deal
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Environment|Political

Kennedy Center officials pledge transparency on renovations after Trump takeover

Officials at the John F.

Kennedy Center officials pledge transparency on renovations after Trump takeover
Election|Political|US|World

Virginia court blocks voter‑approved congressional map backed by Democrats

A Virginia court on Wednesday halted a new Democratic-drawn congressional map approved by voters that could flip four Republican seats in the U.S.

Virginia court blocks voter‑approved congressional map backed by Democrats
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Mexico 'shouldn’t be nostalgic' about zero-tariff era, economy minister says

Mexico's Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard acknowledged on Wednesday that tariffs on the country's automotive, steel and aluminum

Mexico 'shouldn’t be nostalgic' about zero-tariff era, economy minister says
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Anthropic seeks to debunk Pentagon's claims about its control over AI technology in military systems

Anthropic on Wednesday told an appeals court that it can’t manipulate its artificial intelligence tool Claude once it is deployed in classified Pentagon military networks

Anthropic seeks to debunk Pentagon's claims about its control over AI technology in military systems
Crime|Political|US|World

Immigration officer is charged with assault after protest outside Colorado ICE facility, DA says

A Colorado district attorney has charged an immigration agent after a protester said she was held in a chokehold during demonstrations against the detention of an immigrant father and two children

Immigration officer is charged with assault after protest outside Colorado ICE facility, DA says
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Trump administration settles lawsuit with ex-Trump adviser Carter Page

Trump administration settles lawsuit with ex-Trump adviser Carter Page

Trump administration settles lawsuit with ex-Trump adviser Carter Page
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Mexico to beef up security at tourist sites after shooting at pyramids in lead up to World Cup

Mexico's government is boosting security at tourist sites in preparation for the World Cup after a man opened fire at the Teotihuacan pyramids

Mexico to beef up security at tourist sites after shooting at pyramids in lead up to World Cup
Economy|Health|Political|Science

Vaccines, budget cuts and affordability: Takeaways from RFK Jr.’s gauntlet of congressional hearings

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has concluded a marathon of budget hearings with federal lawmakers

Vaccines, budget cuts and affordability: Takeaways from RFK Jr.’s gauntlet of congressional hearings
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill Lebanese journalist, wound another

Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon on Wednesday killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil and wounded a photographer accompanying her, according to a senior

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill Lebanese journalist, wound another
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Argentina's Milei proposes elections overhaul, latest effort to shrink state

Argentina’s government on Wednesday said it sent Congress an electoral reform bill it said would cut costs, boost

Argentina's Milei proposes elections overhaul, latest effort to shrink state
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US intercepts three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters, sources say

The U.S. military has intercepted at least three Iranian-flagged tankers in Asian waters and is redirecting them away from their positions near India, Malaysia

US intercepts three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science

USDA to announce next phase of agency reorganization this week, agriculture secretary says

U.S.

USDA to announce next phase of agency reorganization this week, agriculture secretary says
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Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks

Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, tightening its grip on the strategic

Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks
Crime|Political|US|World

Federal appeals court blocks California law requiring federal agents to wear identification

An appeals court has blocked a California law passed in 2025 requiring federal immigration agents to wear a badge or some form of identification

Federal appeals court blocks California law requiring federal agents to wear identification
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Trump Media has pivoted to crypto, financial services and nuclear fusion. Its stock keeps falling.

The Trump family's alternative to Facebook and Twitter is shaking up its leadership in hopes of reviving the struggling business

Trump Media has pivoted to crypto, financial services and nuclear fusion. Its stock keeps falling.
Africa|Crime|Political|World

US weighs plan to send Afghans who helped with war effort from Qatar to a third country

The Trump administration is in discussions to potentially send more than 1,000 Afghans who assisted America’s war effort and relatives of U.S. service members stuck in Qatar to a third country

US weighs plan to send Afghans who helped with war effort from Qatar to a third country
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports

Jerry Jones shares a moment with old friend Bill Clinton as Cowboys prep for NFL draft

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones had an old friend drop by on the final day of preparations for the NFL draft: former President Bill Clinton

Jerry Jones shares a moment with old friend Bill Clinton as Cowboys prep for NFL draft
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Spirit Airlines close to a $500 million bailout from Trump administration

Spirit Airlines close to a $500 million bailout from Trump administration

Spirit Airlines close to a $500 million bailout from Trump administration
Arts|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Inside the Kennedy Center as it prepares for a 2-year renovation

The Kennedy Center is poised to undergo major renovations, with President Donald Trump calling it “tired, broken, and dilapidated.”

Inside the Kennedy Center as it prepares for a 2-year renovation
Political

If Justice Alito resigns before the midterms, a Trump nominee to the Supreme Court is likely to sail through confirmation

If a Supreme Court justice retires before the November midterms, this is how Trump and Senate Republicans can successfully confirm a successor.

If Justice Alito resigns before the midterms, a Trump nominee to the Supreme Court is likely to sail through confirmation
Economy|Political|World

Gov. Tim Walz to release 'Good Neighbors,' inspired by ICE surge in Minnesota and the pushback

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is working on a book inspired in part by a massive immigration enforcement surge in Minneapolis-St. Paul earlier this year and the local pushback

Gov. Tim Walz to release 'Good Neighbors,' inspired by ICE surge in Minnesota and the pushback
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Kalshi suspends three US congressional candidates for 'political insider trading'

Prediction markets platform Kalshi said on Wednesday it has suspended three U.S. congressional candidates for "political insider trading," building on

Kalshi suspends three US congressional candidates for 'political insider trading'
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Trump says eight Iranian women won't be executed, Iran disputes entire account

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iran had agreed not to execute eight women protesters in a sign of respect for him, while officials in Tehran denied the

Trump says eight Iranian women won't be executed, Iran disputes entire account
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Trump claims Iran’s regime is fractured. The reality is more complicated.

Trump claims Iran’s regime is fractured. The reality is more complicated.

Trump claims Iran’s regime is fractured. The reality is more complicated.
Health|Political|Science|World

HHS rejects publication of study showing Covid-19 vaccines prevent hospitalizations, ER visits

HHS rejects publication of study showing Covid-19 vaccines prevent hospitalizations, ER visits

HHS rejects publication of study showing Covid-19 vaccines prevent hospitalizations, ER visits
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Mandelson scandal shatters UK PM Starmer's promise of stable government

Prime Minister Keir Starmer came to power on a promise to govern Britain efficiently after years of political

Mandelson scandal shatters UK PM Starmer's promise of stable government
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

UN leadership candidates vow to pursue reform and core principles

Candidates to become the next head of the United Nations vowed on Wednesday to revitalize the troubled organization by pursuing reforms,

UN leadership candidates vow to pursue reform and core principles
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US criticizes China's pressure on African countries to block Taiwan president's trip

The United States is concerned that several African countries revoked overflight clearances for Taiwan's president at China's behest, the State

US criticizes China's pressure on African countries to block Taiwan president's trip
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Argentina arrests Colombian linked to 2025 assassination of senator Uribe

A Colombian man, who is linked to a woman convicted for the murder of Colombian senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe, was arrested in Argentina, Argentine

Argentina arrests Colombian linked to 2025 assassination of senator Uribe
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says Putin can meet Zelenskiy only to agree final conflict arrangements

Russian President Vladimir Putin can only meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy for the purpose of finalising agreements on the conflict, Russian news agencies quoted

Kremlin says Putin can meet Zelenskiy only to agree final conflict arrangements
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey trying to revive Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Erdogan tells NATO chief

Turkey is making efforts to revive negotiations between Russia and Ukraine and bring together the leaders of the warring sides, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told NATO

Turkey trying to revive Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Erdogan tells NATO chief
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Stocks end higher on ceasefire relief, oil gains as truce is tested

Wall Street stocks gained ground on Wednesday following U.S.

Stocks end higher on ceasefire relief, oil gains as truce is tested
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Iran seizes two container ships attempting to leave Gulf

Iran said it had captured two container ships seeking to exit the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday

Iran seizes two container ships attempting to leave Gulf
Political|World

US wants to see unified response from Iran, White House says

President Donald Trump wants to see a "unified" response from Iran's leadership to U.S. proposals to end hostilities, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on

US wants to see unified response from Iran, White House says
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Pope tells inmates 'you are not alone' during Equatorial Guinea prison visit at end of Africa tour

Pope Leo XIV is urging Equatorial Guineans to work for freedom, justice and to close the gap “between the privileged and the disadvantaged.”

Pope tells inmates 'you are not alone' during Equatorial Guinea prison visit at end of Africa tour
Political|US

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80

Georgia's Democratic congressman David Scott has died at age 80

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80
Crime|Political|Science|Technology|World

Congress wants answers about 10 missing scientists, 4 are from New Mexico

Congress wants answers about 10 missing scientists, 4 are from New Mexico

Congress wants answers about 10 missing scientists, 4 are from New Mexico
Health|Political|Science

RFK Jr. faced the Senate. One lawmaker's competing loyalties were on display

A Republican senator juggling three roles — lawmaker, doctor and political candidate seeking reelection — has walked a fine line as he questioned Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Sen. Bill Cassidy supported Kennedy's confirmation as health secretary but is a strong vaccine advocate and has clashed with him over vaccine policies

RFK Jr. faced the Senate. One lawmaker's competing loyalties were on display
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More confusion looms over Strait of Hormuz after Iran attacks three ships near waterway

Confusion is deepening in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran attacked three ships near the crucial waterway that has plunged the world into an energy crisis

More confusion looms over Strait of Hormuz after Iran attacks three ships near waterway
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Six suspected Nigerian coup plotters plead not guilty as court adjourns trial

Six former security officials accused of plotting the violent overthrow of President Bola Tinubu's government last year pleaded not guilty on Wednesday as

Six suspected Nigerian coup plotters plead not guilty as court adjourns trial
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Oil up $3 on drop in US fuel stocks, reports of gunfire hitting container ships in Hormuz

Oil prices settled up by more than $3 on Wednesday after a surprise gasoline and distillate stock draw in the U.S., and on reports of gunfire

Oil up $3 on drop in US fuel stocks, reports of gunfire hitting container ships in Hormuz
Business|Health|Political|Science|World

US Health Secretary Kennedy distances himself from FDA's Replimune cancer drug rejection

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told a Senate hearing on Wednesday that he had nothing to do with the U.S.

US Health Secretary Kennedy distances himself from FDA's Replimune cancer drug rejection
Health|Political|Science|World

US Health Secretary Kennedy to share David Geier's HHS contract with senators by week's end

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

US Health Secretary Kennedy to share David Geier's HHS contract with senators by week's end
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Boxing-De La Hoya, Ali's grandson warn US lawmakers against boxing law overhaul

Former boxing champion Oscar De La Hoya appeared before the U.S.

Boxing-De La Hoya, Ali's grandson warn US lawmakers against boxing law overhaul
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US breach of commitments, blockade of ports main obstacles to 'genuine negotiation', Iranian president says

The U.S. breach of commitments and its blockade of Iranian ports and threats are the main obstacles to "genuine negotiations", Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on

US breach of commitments, blockade of ports main obstacles to 'genuine negotiation', Iranian president says
Africa|Crime|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo visits prison to shouts of 'freedom' on cinematic last day in Africa

Pope Leo's

Pope Leo visits prison to shouts of 'freedom' on cinematic last day in Africa
Economy|Political|Technology

Minnesota counties push Legislature to shore up support for software upgrades decades overdue

Minnesota counties push Legislature to shore up support for software upgrades decades overdue

Minnesota counties push Legislature to shore up support for software upgrades decades overdue
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Peru's Balcazar says payment for F-16 purchase postponed until next government takes power

Peruvian interim President Jose Balcazar said on Wednesday that the payment for a purchase of F-16 aircraft has been postponed until the next government takes power in July.

Peru's Balcazar says payment for F-16 purchase postponed until next government takes power
Crime|Political|US|World

Florida Democrat resigns from Congress minutes before House ethics panel was set to weigh her expulsion

Embattled Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from the US House of Representatives Tuesday, staving off a high-stakes vote on whether she should be forced out of Congress. CNN's Annie Grayer has the details.

Florida Democrat resigns from Congress minutes before House ethics panel was set to weigh her expulsion
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Longtime Georgia Democrat US Rep. David Scott dies at 80

Longtime Georgia Democrat US Rep. David Scott dies at 80

Longtime Georgia Democrat US Rep. David Scott dies at 80
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump ballroom deal shields donor identities, limits conflict safeguards, contract shows

Newly released documents show the Trump administration set up a legal framework allowing hundreds of millions of dollars in anonymous private donations to fund

Trump ballroom deal shields donor identities, limits conflict safeguards, contract shows
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DHS warns it will run out of money to pay airport security workers in coming weeks

DHS warns it will run out of money to pay airport security workers in coming weeks

DHS warns it will run out of money to pay airport security workers in coming weeks
Crime|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Man who swiped Noem's purse in a DC restaurant is sentenced to 3 years in prison

A man who stole a purse from then-Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem while she dined at a restaurant under the protection of Secret Service agents has been sentenced to three years in prison for a string of thefts in the nation’s capital

Man who swiped Noem's purse in a DC restaurant is sentenced to 3 years in prison
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Trump advisers privately strategize around a new midterm push: Democrats would be worse

Trump advisers privately strategize around a new midterm push: Democrats would be worse

Trump advisers privately strategize around a new midterm push: Democrats would be worse
Europe|Political|World

At far-right event, France's Bardella targets Spain over migrant amnesty

France's far-right National Rally would reintroduce border controls and seek to limit Europe’s free‑movement zone to EU

At far-right event, France's Bardella targets Spain over migrant amnesty
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|World

Colombian sent from US to Congo says she faces pressure to risk danger back home

A Colombian woman deported from the United States to the Democratic Republic of Congo under a new agreement with the Trump administration said she was

Colombian sent from US to Congo says she faces pressure to risk danger back home
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street rises on Iran ceasefire extension and solid earnings

U.S. stocks climbed on Wednesday after U.S.

Wall Street rises on Iran ceasefire extension and solid earnings
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spanish prosecutor asks judge to close corruption probe into PM Sanchez's wife

A Spanish prosecutor has asked a judge to close a corruption investigation into the business dealings of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's wife, in a case brought by far‑

Spanish prosecutor asks judge to close corruption probe into PM Sanchez's wife
Europe|Political|World

EU moves to start drafting Montenegro accession treaty

European Union countries decided to start work on drafting an accession treaty for Montenegro on Wednesday, marking a new phase in the country's path toward joining the

EU moves to start drafting Montenegro accession treaty
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US hoping for wider farm goods purchases deal from China in Trump's trip, Greer says

The U.S. is aiming to get agreement on a broader range of farm goods purchases by China beyond soybeans during President Donald Trump's planned visit there next month, U.S.

US hoping for wider farm goods purchases deal from China in Trump's trip, Greer says
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Nvidia has not yet sold its H200 AI chips to China, Lutnick says

Nvidia's powerful H200 AI chips have not yet been sold to Chinese companies, Commerce Department Secretary Howard Lutnick said on Wednesday, citing

Nvidia has not yet sold its H200 AI chips to China, Lutnick says
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Supreme Court revives wounded veteran’s lawsuit against a contractor over suicide bombing

The Supreme Court is clearing the way for a veteran wounded by a suicide bomb in Afghanistan to sue the government contractor for whom the attacker was working when he built the explosive

Supreme Court revives wounded veteran’s lawsuit against a contractor over suicide bombing
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelensky tells CNN talks on Ukraine cannot wait until after the war in Iran is over

Zelensky tells CNN talks on Ukraine cannot wait until after the war in Iran is over

Zelensky tells CNN talks on Ukraine cannot wait until after the war in Iran is over
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Political|World

'If my people': Here's why the Bible passage Trump read aloud is so potent and polarizing

President Donald Trump has read a notable Bible passage in a livestreamed marathon

'If my people': Here's why the Bible passage Trump read aloud is so potent and polarizing
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street opens higher on ceasefire extension relief

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Wednesday after U.S.

Wall Street opens higher on ceasefire extension relief
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Druzhba pipeline restarts Russian oil flows to Europe, unblocking EU loan for Kyiv

Russian oil flowed through the Ukrainian section of the Druzhba pipeline on Wednesday after a halt lasting months, officials

Druzhba pipeline restarts Russian oil flows to Europe, unblocking EU loan for Kyiv
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's next government vows to open communist-era secret police archives

Hungary's new government will open up the historical archives of its communist-era secret police, according to the man who will run the office of Peter Magyar, winner of

Hungary's next government vows to open communist-era secret police archives
Political|World

Attacks in south Lebanon strain ceasefire on eve of Washington talks

At least four people were killed in Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, Lebanon's state news agency reported, and

Attacks in south Lebanon strain ceasefire on eve of Washington talks
Health|Political|Science|World

UK passes bill that will eventually ban cigarette purchases

Parliament has passed a bill to make cigarettes inaccessible to future generations in the U.K. Children born after Dec. 31, 2008, will never be able to buy cigarettes under the new Tobacco and Vapes Bill

UK passes bill that will eventually ban cigarette purchases
Election|Political|US|World

Florida Democrat resigns from Congress minutes before House ethics panel was set to weigh her expulsion

Embattled Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from the US House of Representatives Tuesday, staving off a high-stakes vote on whether she should be forced out of Congress. CNN's Annie Grayer has the details.

Florida Democrat resigns from Congress minutes before House ethics panel was set to weigh her expulsion
Europe|Interview|MidEast|Political|World

Cyprus president says the EU needs a clear playbook on helping members under attack

The president of Cyprus says fellow European Union leaders meeting on the island nation need to start preparing a playbook on what should happen if an EU country under attack puts out the call to bloc partners for help

Cyprus president says the EU needs a clear playbook on helping members under attack
Business|Election|Political|World

Frontrunners Hilton, Steyer come under fire in California governor debate

Frontrunners in the race for California governor came under fire from trailing candidates in a televised debate on Wednesday, as former Fox News host Steve Hilton

Frontrunners Hilton, Steyer come under fire in California governor debate
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Are you a DHS employee worried about getting future paychecks? Tell us about it

Are you a DHS employee worried about getting future paychecks? Tell us about it

Are you a DHS employee worried about getting future paychecks? Tell us about it
Business|Economy|Political|World

Carney, boosted by majority government in Canada, aims for US trade deal

After securing a majority government in Canada last week, Prime Minister Mark Carney faces his biggest challenge: redefining trade with the U.S. under

Carney, boosted by majority government in Canada, aims for US trade deal
Health|Political|Science|World

US CDC will not publish report showing COVID vaccine effectiveness

A report showing the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines has been blocked from being published in the U.S.

US CDC will not publish report showing COVID vaccine effectiveness
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea, Vietnam sign 12 MOUs as Lee urges broader cooperation

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung called for expanding cooperation with Vietnam beyond trade and investment to areas including energy security and infrastructure during

South Korea, Vietnam sign 12 MOUs as Lee urges broader cooperation
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU prepares finalisation of Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions, Cyprus says

EU ambassadors approved on Wednesday the disbursement of a promised 90 billion euro ($106 billion) loan to Ukraine as well as a new package of sanctions against Russia,

EU prepares finalisation of Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions, Cyprus says
Asia|Political|World

Second Nepali minister leaves month-old government

Nepal's Minister of Home Affairs, Sudan Gurung, resigned on Wednesday saying there had been questions over his investments and other matters, the second

Second Nepali minister leaves month-old government
Political|World

In Gaza, first local vote in years offers gauge of Hamas popularity

Palestinians in one of the only Gaza cities not overrun by Israeli ground forces during the war will vote this weekend

In Gaza, first local vote in years offers gauge of Hamas popularity
Health|Political|Science|World

Ibogaine is drawing new interest from the Trump administration. Here’s what to know about the psychedelic

Ibogaine is drawing new interest from the Trump administration. Here’s what to know about the psychedelic

Ibogaine is drawing new interest from the Trump administration. Here’s what to know about the psychedelic
Political|US|World

Virginia voters approve a map giving Democrats a chance at four more House seats

Virginia voters approve a map giving Democrats a chance at four more House seats

Virginia voters approve a map giving Democrats a chance at four more House seats
Americas|Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Tables turn as Republicans face gas-price attacks they once used on Democrats

Tom Barrett tapped into voter frustration over high gas prices as part of his successful 2024 run for Congress in Michigan.

Tables turn as Republicans face gas-price attacks they once used on Democrats
Europe|Political|World

Turkey's foreign minister to visit Britain for talks on Iran, Ukraine, source says

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will make an official visit to London this week for talks on the wars in Iran and Ukraine, a Turkish diplomatic source said on

Turkey's foreign minister to visit Britain for talks on Iran, Ukraine, source says
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

UK must brace for rise in state-backed cyberattacks, security chief says

Britain should brace for a rise in cyberattacks linked to hostile states, the head of the country's cybersecurity agency said on Wednesday, as the

UK must brace for rise in state-backed cyberattacks, security chief says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU envoys poised to adopt 20th package of Russia sanctions, diplomats say

European Union envoys are set to adopt a 20th package of sanctions against Russia, with Slovakia and Hungary expected to drop their opposition to the move

EU envoys poised to adopt 20th package of Russia sanctions, diplomats say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Thailand can borrow $15.55 billion by October without raising debt ceiling, minister says

Thailand's government has room to borrow up to 500 billion baht ($15.55 billion) by October without raising the public debt ceiling, its finance minister said on

Thailand can borrow $15.55 billion by October without raising debt ceiling, minister says
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump's deportation push could cost Republicans in midterm elections, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

By Jason Lange, Ted Hesson and M.B.

Trump's deportation push could cost Republicans in midterm elections, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran war conflict could create systemic gas demand destruction, says top sector official

The natural gas demand destruction currently resulting from the Iran war as governments implement measures to mitigate the crisis risks becoming

Iran war conflict could create systemic gas demand destruction, says top sector official
Asia|Political|World

Myanmar considering 'good things' for detained Aung San Suu Kyi, Thailand says

Myanmar's new president is considering "good things" for detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, Thailand's foreign minister said on Wednesday, as the

Myanmar considering 'good things' for detained Aung San Suu Kyi, Thailand says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Turkey central bank holds rates at 37% as it eyes Iran war fallout

Turkey's central bank held its key interest rate at 37% as expected on Wednesday, deciding not to hike but warning that fallout from the

Turkey central bank holds rates at 37% as it eyes Iran war fallout
Crime|Political|World

ICC judges reject bid to release former Philippine President Duterte

Appeals judges ruled on Wednesday that the International Criminal Court has jurisdiction over former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, dismissing a bid to throw out

ICC judges reject bid to release former Philippine President Duterte
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Trump media company replaces ex-congressman Nunes as CEO after stock plunge that wiped out billions

The Trump business behind Truth Social is replacing a former congressman and big supporter of the U.S. president as leader of the social media platform after a stock collapse in the past year

Trump media company replaces ex-congressman Nunes as CEO after stock plunge that wiped out billions
Crime|Education|Political|World

Palestinian schoolboy among two killed by Israeli settlers, amid spate of attacks on education in the West Bank

Palestinian schoolboy among two killed by Israeli settlers, amid spate of attacks on education in the West Bank

Palestinian schoolboy among two killed by Israeli settlers, amid spate of attacks on education in the West Bank
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Italy's 2025 deficit-GDP ratio confirmed at 3.1%, in blow to PM Meloni

Italy posted a budget deficit of 3.1% of gross domestic product last year, statistics bureau ISTAT reported on Wednesday, confirming previous data and dashing Rome's hopes

Italy's 2025 deficit-GDP ratio confirmed at 3.1%, in blow to PM Meloni
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|World

European stocks slip as Middle East tensions persist; earnings watched 

European shares dipped on Wednesday, extending losses for a third straight session, as a fragile U.S.-Iran truce weighed on sentiment, while

European stocks slip as Middle East tensions persist; earnings watched 
Business|Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

The US-Iran war is spilling into the Indo-Pacific. That could make it harder to end

The US-Iran war is spilling into the Indo-Pacific. That could make it harder to end

The US-Iran war is spilling into the Indo-Pacific. That could make it harder to end
Europe|Political|World

Germany unveils military strategy but sticks to troop target

Germany set out a military strategy on Wednesday that sticks with a target of 260,000 active troops despite demands by senior military officials to raise total troop

Germany unveils military strategy but sticks to troop target
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

China unveils plan to make cities more youth, child friendly

China has issued a new proposal urging cities to integrate youth development into urban planning, housing, healthcare, education and public services, in a broader push

China unveils plan to make cities more youth, child friendly
Political|World

As internal divisions simmer, Lebanese see echoes of civil war

An Israeli invasion of southern Lebanon, bombings in Beirut, massive displacement and rising sectarian friction.

As internal divisions simmer, Lebanese see echoes of civil war
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine has asked Turkey to host a Zelenskiy-Putin meeting, FM says

Ukraine has asked Turkey to host a meeting between President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Russian President Vladimir Putin, its top diplomat said, as Kyiv seeks to reinvigorate

Ukraine has asked Turkey to host a Zelenskiy-Putin meeting, FM says
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US halts Iraq dollar cash shipment after militia strikes, sources say

The United States has halted a shipment of about $500 million in cash bound for Iraq and suspended parts of its

US halts Iraq dollar cash shipment after militia strikes, sources say
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USTR Greer urges US allies to pay more for critical minerals, FT reports

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has told American allies they must pay more for critical minerals sourced from outside China, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday. 

USTR Greer urges US allies to pay more for critical minerals, FT reports
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Syrian minorities refused asylum in Europe as rejections surge

Armed men burst into the apartment where student Mohamad lived with his Alawite family in the Syrian city of Jableh on March 7 last

Syrian minorities refused asylum in Europe as rejections surge
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Chinese navy brushes past Okinawa islands as tensions with Japan flare

China said a group of its

Chinese navy brushes past Okinawa islands as tensions with Japan flare
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Navy veteran charged in series of Atlanta-area shootings dies in jail

Authorities say a man charged in a string of shootings near Atlanta that left three people dead has died in jail

Navy veteran charged in series of Atlanta-area shootings dies in jail
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Virginia voters approve new Democratic-backed congressional map, NBC News projects

Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a new congressional map drawn by Democrats who hope to flip as many as four Republican seats in the U.S.

Virginia voters approve new Democratic-backed congressional map, NBC News projects
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The Latest: Trump extends the ceasefire with Iran but keeps the blockade

President Donald Trump says he is extending the ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan’s request while awaiting a “unified proposal” from Tehran, even as the U.S. military maintains its blockade of Iranian ports

The Latest: Trump extends the ceasefire with Iran but keeps the blockade
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Virginia voters approve redistricting plan that could boost Democrats’ seats in Congress

Virginia voters have approved a congressional redistricting plan that could help Democrats win up to four additional U.S. House seats in this year’s midterm elections

Virginia voters approve redistricting plan that could boost Democrats’ seats in Congress
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Feud between Mace and Mills flares as the Republicans trade barbs, expulsion threats

Feud between Mace and Mills flares as the Republicans trade barbs, expulsion threats

Feud between Mace and Mills flares as the Republicans trade barbs, expulsion threats