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Trump says Navy Secretary Phelan was fired over shipbuilding conflicts

Navy Secretary John Phelan was fired after conflicts with senior Pentagon leadership over shipbuilding, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday.

Trump says Navy Secretary Phelan was fired over shipbuilding conflicts
Arts|Business|Crime|Science|Technology|US|World

SpaceX warns that inquiries into sexually abusive AI imagery may hurt market access

The multiple investigations into xAI’s creation and dissemination of sexually abusive imagery may lead the

SpaceX warns that inquiries into sexually abusive AI imagery may hurt market access
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

German software maker SAP beats first-quarter profit estimates on cloud demand

Europe's largest software maker SAP on Thursday reported a 17% increase in first-quarter profit, beating estimates, due to strong growth in its cloud business.

German software maker SAP beats first-quarter profit estimates on cloud demand
Crime|Election|Finance|World

Guatemala court orders re-do of candidate list for attorney general

Guatemala's Constitutional Court on Thursday froze the process to select the country's next attorney general and ordered the nominating commission

Guatemala court orders re-do of candidate list for attorney general
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan March core CPI rises 1.8% yr/yr

Japan's core consumer prices rose 1.8% in March from a year earlier, government data showed on Friday.

Japan March core CPI rises 1.8% yr/yr
Crime|US|World

2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue

Authorities have arrested two young people in an alleged plot to attack a Texas synagogue

2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue
Business|Environment|Travel|US|World

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool gets a blue coating as Trump tackles renovation project

President Donald Trump is having the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool coated in a swimming pool surface hued in “American flag blue,” covering a decades-old granite surface that he said was “leaking like a sieve” and would take years to replace

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool gets a blue coating as Trump tackles renovation project
Business|Crime|Technology|US|World

Firefighter heard ‘stop, stop’ before LaGuardia jet crash, but didn’t know who it was for, NTSB says

The National Transportation Safety Board says a firefighter whose truck collided with an Air Canada jet last month on a runway at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, killing both pilots, heard an air traffic controller warn “stop, stop, stop” but didn’t know who it was for

Firefighter heard ‘stop, stop’ before LaGuardia jet crash, but didn’t know who it was for, NTSB says
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|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Geopolitical reality check

Oil prices jumped and Wall Street fell on Thursday, with the Nasdaq having its worst day in a month, as fading hopes of a U.S.-Iran peace deal

Trading Day: Geopolitical reality check
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'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Newmont beats Q1 profit estimates as record gold prices offset output drop

Newmont beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Thursday as record gold prices helped offset lower production, though the world's largest gold miner

Newmont beats Q1 profit estimates as record gold prices offset output drop
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
Americas|Crime|US|World

Mexico seeks to ease tensions over deaths of US officials in car crash

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum sought to de-escalate tensions with the U.S. on Thursday after the deaths of two

Mexico seeks to ease tensions over deaths of US officials in car crash
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

U.S.

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
Sports|Travel|World

Human rights groups issue US travel advisory ahead of World Cup

Advocacy groups issued a travel advisory on Thursday, warning that visitors traveling to the U.S. for the 2026 World Cup may face arbitrary detention or

Human rights groups issue US travel advisory ahead of World Cup
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|Environment|Europe|World

Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil terminal

Firefighters have brought under control a blaze that broke out at Russia's Black Sea Tuapse oil refinery after a Ukrainian drone attack, local officials said on Thursday.

Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil terminal
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Baker Hughes tops estimates, says oilfield activity hit by Middle East disruptions

Oilfield services provider Baker Hughes beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit, as strong demand in its industrial and energy technology unit offset drilling weakness

Baker Hughes tops estimates, says oilfield activity hit by Middle East disruptions
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
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|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds

Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds

Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds
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
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Armed intruder breaks into home, sexually assaults one homeowner

Armed intruder breaks into home, sexually assaults one homeowner

Armed intruder breaks into home, sexually assaults one homeowner
Crime|Entertainment|Travel|World

Ex-officer planned to kill Black people in mass shooting at a New Orleans festival, authorities say

A Florida county sheriff's office says they arrested a former law enforcement officer whom federal authorities say planned a mass shooting targeting Black people at a large festival in New Orleans

Ex-officer planned to kill Black people in mass shooting at a New Orleans festival, authorities say
Crime|US|World

City manager announces dismissal of Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge

City manager announces dismissal of Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge

City manager announces dismissal of Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge
Business|Economy|World

Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar

Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar

Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Brazil regulator approves deeper probe into Google's news content use

Brazil's antitrust watchdog CADE approved on Thursday a recommendation to deepen investigations into the use of journalistic content by Alphabet's Google, which would

Brazil regulator approves deeper probe into Google's news content use
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

The U.S.

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

U.S.

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

Ukraine has remote-control drones that can hit targets at great distance, minister says

Ukraine has developed interceptor drones that can be directed from a distance and are capable of hitting targets hundreds or thousands of kilometres away, Defence Minister

Ukraine has remote-control drones that can hit targets at great distance, minister says
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|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Colombia's Ecopetrol to buy 26% stake in Brazil's Brava, seeks majority control

Colombia's state oil firm Ecopetrol has agreed to buy a stake of around 26% in Brazilian energy firm Brava, in a deal that could result in the Colombian company taking

Colombia's Ecopetrol to buy 26% stake in Brazil's Brava, seeks majority control
Business|Economy|Sports|World

Golf-PGA Tour cuts 4% of workforce as part of organisational restructuring

The PGA Tour eliminated 4% of its workforce on Thursday as part of a restructuring process.

Golf-PGA Tour cuts 4% of workforce as part of organisational restructuring
Business|Economy|Political|World

US ambassador to Mexico floats action on bribery, corruption

U.S.

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

U.S.

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
Business|Education|Environment|Travel|World

Teen launches Saipan relief mission after Category 5 typhoon

Teen launches Saipan relief mission after Category 5 typhoon

Teen launches Saipan relief mission after Category 5 typhoon
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks fall on a shaky Wall Street as Brent oil briefly barrels above $107

U.S. stocks pulled back from their record heights on a shaky Wall Street

US stocks fall on a shaky Wall Street as Brent oil briefly barrels above $107
Crime|Europe|World

2 trains collide in Denmark, critically injuring 5 people

Two trains have collided in Denmark, critically injuring five people

2 trains collide in Denmark, critically injuring 5 people
Crime|US|World

Former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival

Former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival

Former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival
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
Business|Science|Technology|World

White House accuses China of copying American AI models in ‘industrial-scale’ campaign

White House accuses China of copying American AI models in ‘industrial-scale’ campaign

White House accuses China of copying American AI models in ‘industrial-scale’ campaign
Crime|World

Federal judge orders release of family of man charged in Colorado firebomb attack

A federal judge has ordered the release from immigration custody of the family of a man charged in a fatal firebomb attack in Boulder, Colorado, last year

Federal judge orders release of family of man charged in Colorado firebomb attack
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
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar

Two Chinese nationals face charges in the U.S. that they managed a sprawling compound in Myanmar where authorities say workers were forced to participate in cryptocurrency investment fraud scams

US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar
Economy|Europe|World

Italy set to become euro zone's most indebted country, replacing Greece

Greece will cease to be the euro zone's most indebted country by the end of this year as its public debt will fall below

Italy set to become euro zone's most indebted country, replacing Greece
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Electrolux plans about $1 billion share issue, tie-up with Midea in North America to shake up ops

Swedish appliance maker Electrolux said on Thursday it would launch a 9 billion Swedish crown ($976.34 million) rights issue and unveiled

Electrolux plans about $1 billion share issue, tie-up with Midea in North America to shake up ops
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Cuba sees short-term relief as Russian oil begins to flow

Cubans this week began to reap the benefits of a recent 100,000 metric ton delivery of Russian oil, a temporary lifeline for the energy-starved nation and

Cuba sees short-term relief as Russian oil begins to flow
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks close lower on fading hopes for quick Iran deal, mixed quarterly earnings

U.S. stocks fell in choppy trading on Thursday as hopes dimmed for a quick end to the Iran war, while investors grappled with a

Stocks close lower on fading hopes for quick Iran deal, mixed quarterly earnings
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
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World

From beauty to transportation, a lack of water and power forces Cubans to change their routines

A lack of water, money and electricity combined with a U

From beauty to transportation, a lack of water and power forces Cubans to change their routines
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
Crime|US|World

Civil rights groups condemn Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment and prepare for legal fights

The Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment is sparking outrage among civil rights leaders

Civil rights groups condemn Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment and prepare for legal fights
Americas|Business|Crime|US|World

Federal authorities arrest 2 dozen Mexican Mafia members and associates in California

Federal authorities say they've arrested nearly two dozen members and associates of the Mexican Mafia during a crackdown across Southern California

Federal authorities arrest 2 dozen Mexican Mafia members and associates in California
Crime|Europe|World

UK's Starmer worried by foreign-backed proxy attacks in Britain

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Thursday he was "increasingly concerned" about a growing use of proxies by foreign states to carry out attacks in Britain,

UK's Starmer worried by foreign-backed proxy attacks in Britain
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
Business|Europe|MidEast|World

Lamborghini deliveries and sales in Middle East at standstill, CEO says

Sales and deliveries by Italian luxury sports carmaker Lamborghini in the Middle East are at a standstill as conflict in the region forces dealership closures and blocks

Lamborghini deliveries and sales in Middle East at standstill, CEO says
Business|Economy|World

Iran fast-boat swarms add to Hormuz threats for shipping

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Iran fast-boat swarms add to Hormuz threats for shipping
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Nasdaq to launch new products ahead of extended trading hours plan

Nasdaq said on Thursday it will roll out a suite of products to support its planned extension of U.S. equities trading to 23 hours a day, five days a week, as a push to expand

Nasdaq to launch new products ahead of extended trading hours plan
Economy|World

EU formally approves Ukraine loan and 20th sanctions package against Russia

The European Union formally approved on Thursday a 90-billion-euro ($105-billion) loan to Ukraine and new sanctions against

EU formally approves Ukraine loan and 20th sanctions package against Russia
Business|Economy|Sports|World

Bottler Arca's stock jumps as volumes hold steady despite Mexican health tax

Shares in Mexican bottler Arca Continental jumped over 4% in early trading on Thursday after its volumes surpassed

Bottler Arca's stock jumps as volumes hold steady despite Mexican health tax
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'
Lifestyle|World

Pope Leo signals no plan to go beyond blessings for same-sex couples

Pope Leo signaled on Thursday that he does not plan to go beyond efforts made by his predecessor Francis to offer Church blessings for

Pope Leo signals no plan to go beyond blessings for same-sex couples
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
Africa|Travel|World

Pope urges US and Iran to return to peace talks and condemns capital punishment

Pope Leo XIV is urging the United States and Iran to return to talks to end the war

Pope urges US and Iran to return to peace talks and condemns capital punishment
Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|Travel|World

France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets

France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets

France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets
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
Economy|Europe|World

EU approves a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts its veto

The European Union has approved a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine meet its economic and military needs for the next two years

EU approves a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts its veto
Celebrity|Europe|Sports|World

Prince Harry, on visit to Kyiv, tells Putin to 'stop this war'

Britain's Prince Harry made an unannounced visit to Kyiv on Thursday and called on Russia's President Vladimir Putin to end the war - a week after a massive

Prince Harry, on visit to Kyiv, tells Putin to 'stop this war'
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

Big smiles and bigger hearts: These are the 8 children killed in the Shreveport mass shooting

Big smiles and bigger hearts: These are the 8 children killed in the Shreveport mass shooting

Big smiles and bigger hearts: These are the 8 children killed in the Shreveport mass shooting
Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF eyes June visit to Mozambique amid new programme talks 

By Colleen Goko JOHANNESBURG, April 23 - The International Monetary Fund will send a team to Mozambique in June to advance talks on a new loan programme, a spokesperson said, as the country struggles

IMF eyes June visit to Mozambique amid new programme talks 
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks end lower, oil climbs as cracks appear in fragile US-Iran truce 

Wall Street stocks dipped on Thursday and crude prices rose as Iran flaunted its control over the Strait of Hormuz and on signs of escalation in the

US stocks end lower, oil climbs as cracks appear in fragile US-Iran truce 
Crime|Europe|World

Two Russian LGBT groups say courts declared them 'extremist'

Two Russian LGBT organisations said on Thursday they had been designated by separate courts as "extremist", part of a widening crackdown on the gay and transgender community.

Two Russian LGBT groups say courts declared them 'extremist'
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Russia's economic contraction may spur key rate cuts, analysts say

Russia's economic contraction in the first two months of the year may prompt the central bank to cut its key rate faster than expected, some analysts

Russia's economic contraction may spur key rate cuts, analysts say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US fixed 30-year mortgage rate drops to 6.23%

The average rate on the popular U.S. 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell this week, though further declines are likely to be limited by uncertainty surrounding a fragile

US fixed 30-year mortgage rate drops to 6.23%
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
Europe|World

Russia warns European states against hosting French nuclear bomber planes

Russia warned on Thursday that any European countries that accepted deployments of French nuclear-capable strategic bombers would make themselves targets for

Russia warns European states against hosting French nuclear bomber planes
Business|Health|World

Instant View: Cannabis rescheduling fuels optimism across industry

The U.S.

Instant View: Cannabis rescheduling fuels optimism across industry
Business|Economy|Environment|World

US oil executives expect crude output to rise as Iran war continues, survey shows

U.S. oil executives expect domestic production to rise as the ongoing war in Iran upends global supplies and pushes crude and fuel prices higher,

US oil executives expect crude output to rise as Iran war continues, survey shows
Economy|World

Sheinbaum taps economist Lazzeri for Mexico's ambassador to the US

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Thursday she will propose economist Roberto Lazzeri as the country's next ambassador to the United States, opting to

Sheinbaum taps economist Lazzeri for Mexico's ambassador to the US
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Freeport delays recovery of flagship Indonesian mine; shares down more than 8%

Freeport-McMoRan, the world's largest publicly traded copper producer, said on Thursday it expects a slower-than-anticipated recovery at its flagship Grasberg mine in Indonesia

Freeport delays recovery of flagship Indonesian mine; shares down more than 8%
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
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|World

EU pulls $2.3 million from Venice Biennale over Russia's return

The Venice Biennale has lost 2 million euros ($2.3 million) in funding due to its decision to allow Russia to participate in the 61st contemporary art show

EU pulls $2.3 million from Venice Biennale over Russia's return
Crime|Health|US|World

Police perform Heimlich maneuver to save elderly woman choking at Metro Detroit restaurant

Police perform Heimlich maneuver to save elderly woman choking at Metro Detroit restaurant

Police perform Heimlich maneuver to save elderly woman choking at Metro Detroit restaurant
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
Europe|Sports|World

Paris offers to host 2030 Winter Games ice hockey after Nice mayor opposes Olympic plan

The Olympic Games could return to Paris as soon as 2030

Paris offers to host 2030 Winter Games ice hockey after Nice mayor opposes Olympic plan
Environment|Science|US|World

Worst spring drought on record grips US, fueling wildfires and water worries

Worst spring drought on record grips US, fueling wildfires and water worries

Worst spring drought on record grips US, fueling wildfires and water worries
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
Environment|Science|World

Archaeological digs in Amazon provide clues about Indigenous inhabitants before colonization

Paving roads in the Amazon rainforest often causes deforestation that threatens the people who live there

Archaeological digs in Amazon provide clues about Indigenous inhabitants before colonization
Sports|World

A new players' group launches to try to challenge FIFPRO's global union role

A new international group representing soccer players has launched as a rival to long established global union FIFPRO

A new players' group launches to try to challenge FIFPRO's global union role
Health|Sports|World

Yamal to miss rest of Barcelona season but be fit for World Cup with Spain

Barcelona says forward Lamine Yamal will miss the rest of the club season but should be healed from a leg injury in time to play for Spain at the World Cup

Yamal to miss rest of Barcelona season but be fit for World Cup with Spain
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Mexico's inflation eases less than expected in early April

Mexico's 12-month inflation stood at 4.53% in the first half of April, data from statistics agency INEGI showed on Thursday, above

Mexico's inflation eases less than expected in early April
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India says trade talks with U.S. remain constructive after Washington visit

India and the U.S. are engaged in constructive talks aimed at reaching a balanced and mutually beneficial trade agreement, a spokesperson from India's

India says trade talks with U.S. remain constructive after Washington visit
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Cannabis shares retreat after initial rally on narrow scope of US rescheduling

Shares of cannabis firms reversed early gains on Thursday as investors took a closer look at the limited scope of the U.S. government's move

Cannabis shares retreat after initial rally on narrow scope of US rescheduling
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US labor market stable despite war, but inflation pressures building up

The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits edged up last week, pointing to continued labor market stability in April, though

US labor market stable despite war, but inflation pressures building up
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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
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At the ‘art world Olympics,’ Team USA is chaotic

At the ‘art world Olympics,’ Team USA is chaotic

At the ‘art world Olympics,’ Team USA is chaotic
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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
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UK consumers, worried about Iran war, turn most downbeat since 2023

British consumer morale slid this month to its lowest since October 2023 as households ramped up their expectations for price rises, according to a survey on Thursday that added

UK consumers, worried about Iran war, turn most downbeat since 2023
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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
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Iran war impact seeps ever deeper into global economy

The global economy is facing ever more tangible strains from the energy shock triggered by the Iran war

Iran war impact seeps ever deeper into global economy
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A South Jersey sports museum owner brought Pope Leo XIV gifts during a trip to Rome

A South Jersey sports museum owner brought Pope Leo XIV gifts during a trip to Rome

A South Jersey sports museum owner brought Pope Leo XIV gifts during a trip to Rome
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India's inflation risks rise on supply-side disruptions, central bank says

India's inflation risks have increased, driven by supply-side disruptions including the Iran war and weather-related uncertainties, the central bank

India's inflation risks rise on supply-side disruptions, central bank says
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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
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ECB to raise rates in June on war-driven inflation but path beyond unclear

The European Central Bank will hold its deposit rate on April 30 but hike it in June, according to just over

ECB to raise rates in June on war-driven inflation but path beyond unclear
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London's FTSE 100 closes lower as investors monitor Iran conflict, earnings

Britain's FTSE 100 closed a little lower on Thursday, with declines in heavyweight financials offset by some stocks after their corporate updates, while markets assessed fading

London's FTSE 100 closes lower as investors monitor Iran conflict, earnings
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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
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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
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Tourist’s ‘pre-wedding challenge’ damages historic Florence statue

Tourist’s ‘pre-wedding challenge’ damages historic Florence statue

Tourist’s ‘pre-wedding challenge’ damages historic Florence statue
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Wall St opens lower on Middle East impasse, mixed earnings

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Thursday, with investors hesitant to extend the recent equities rally in the absence of clear signals on the U.S.-Iran war, while a

Wall St opens lower on Middle East impasse, mixed earnings
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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
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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
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Germany recession risk jumps as Iran war lifts energy prices, IMK says

The risk of Germany slipping into recession has risen sharply due to the Iran war, a study by the IMK institute seen by Reuters on Thursday showed, as higher energy prices

Germany recession risk jumps as Iran war lifts energy prices, IMK says
Europe|MidEast|World

Italy ready to deploy two minesweepers in Hormuz Strait, navy chief says

Italy is ready to deploy up to four vessels, including two minesweepers, as part of an international mission to clear the Strait of Hormuz, the navy's chief of staff said.

Italy ready to deploy two minesweepers in Hormuz Strait, navy chief says
Economy|Europe|World

EU loan throws Ukraine a lifeline but more help needed for war

The approval of a 90-billion-euro European Union loan throws Ukraine a lifeline, averting deep cuts to public services, but Kyiv may need more money to meet

EU loan throws Ukraine a lifeline but more help needed for war
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Leidos gets $617 million U.S. Army contract as Pentagon steps up replenishment

Defense contractor Leidos said on Thursday it won a $617 million contract from the U.S.

Leidos gets $617 million U.S. Army contract as Pentagon steps up replenishment
Travel|World

Airlines cancel flights amid Middle East conflict

Global air travel remains severely disrupted, with many people unable to fly as planned after the Iran war forced the closure of major Middle Eastern hubs, including Dubai, Doha

Airlines cancel flights amid Middle East conflict
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Blackstone designed funds with credit cycles in mind, CEO says

The world's largest alternative asset manager Blackstone designed its funds with changes in credit markets in mind, its chairman and CEO said on Thursday, as the company

Blackstone designed funds with credit cycles in mind, CEO says
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US business activity recovers in April, war with Iran is boosting prices, S&P Global survey shows

U.S. business activity picked up in April after nearly stalling in the prior month, but supplier delivery times at factories worsened as the war with

US business activity recovers in April, war with Iran is boosting prices, S&P Global survey shows
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Panama Canal says $1 million-plus auction slots reflect temporary surge in demand

The Panama Canal Authority said on Thursday that some ships had recently paid more than $1 million for crossing slots at auction, but said the unusually high prices

Panama Canal says $1 million-plus auction slots reflect temporary surge in demand
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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
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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
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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
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

More countries are turning to nuclear power 40 years after the Chernobyl disaster

The 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster fueled global fears about nuclear energy and slowed down its development in Europe and other regions

More countries are turning to nuclear power 40 years after the Chernobyl disaster
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Prince Louis birthday photo released to mark the young royal turning 8

Prince Louis birthday photo released to mark the young royal turning 8

Prince Louis birthday photo released to mark the young royal turning 8
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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
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Iran war pushing more than 30 million back into poverty, UN development chief says

More than 30 million people will be pushed back into poverty by the impacts of the Iran war including disruptions to fuel and fertiliser supplies just

Iran war pushing more than 30 million back into poverty, UN development chief says
Economy|Europe|World

Italy says energy crisis puts its plans for defence spending in doubt

Italy may not be able to raise defence spending as planned due to growing economic and public finance difficulties plus the need to counter surging energy

Italy says energy crisis puts its plans for defence spending in doubt
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Record demand can't save US airlines from Iran war fuel shock

U.S. airlines are seeing their best passenger numbers ever, cramming more people onto their planes and boosting revenues, yet in a cruel paradox, a

Record demand can't save US airlines from Iran war fuel shock
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Teck quarterly profit beats estimates on record copper sales, higher prices

Teck Resources on Thursday beat analysts' estimates for first-quarter profit, aided by an increase in copper prices and record sales, while the company's proposed merger with

Teck quarterly profit beats estimates on record copper sales, higher prices
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Warning of higher condom prices goes viral in China, stokes stockpiling talk

A warning of higher condom prices by the world's top maker has gone viral

Warning of higher condom prices goes viral in China, stokes stockpiling talk
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Olympics-Los Angeles Olympics organizers sell 4 million tickets in first release

Organizers of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics said on Thursday they had sold more than 4 million tickets in the first release this month, an early sign

Olympics-Los Angeles Olympics organizers sell 4 million tickets in first release
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Partner of Princess Diana's brother settles lawsuit against his ex-wife

The partner of Princess Diana's brother has settled her lawsuit against his ex-wife for alleged misuse of private information after she disclosed her diagnosis of multiple

Partner of Princess Diana's brother settles lawsuit against his ex-wife
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P&G's under-pressure gross margin in focus as Iran war lifts costs

Procter & Gamble is set to report a sixth straight quarter of gross margin declines as the consumer goods bellwether battles choppy demand and fresh cost pressures from the war in

P&G's under-pressure gross margin in focus as Iran war lifts costs
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Tech checked as oil boils

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large for Finance and Markets While stock markets have impressively filtered out much of the

Tech checked as oil boils
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

China's global EV push reflects its ambition - and harsh economics at home

From robotaxis to flying cars, China is working to export more of its cutting-edge vehicle technology - a strategy that

China's global EV push reflects its ambition - and harsh economics at home
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
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Pultegroup's quarterly profit, revenue fall amid sluggish demand for homes

Homebuilder Pultegroup on Thursday posted a drop in profit and revenue for the first quarter, as rising inflation keeps homebuyers on the sidelines.

Pultegroup's quarterly profit, revenue fall amid sluggish demand for homes
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
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Dutch are facing biggest security threat in decades, intelligence agency says

The Netherlands is facing the greatest threat to its national security since the end of World War Two, chiefly from Russia and China, against the

Dutch are facing biggest security threat in decades, intelligence agency says
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Maggie Gyllenhaal to head Venice Film Festival competition jury

U.S. director, actor, screenwriter and producer Maggie Gyllenhaal will head the main competition jury at this year's Venice Film Festival, organisers said on Thursday.

Maggie Gyllenhaal to head Venice Film Festival competition jury
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American Airlines dims 2026 forecast as high fuel costs hurt margins

American Airlines cut its 2026 profit forecast on Thursday, pushing the lower-end of the range to a loss, as sky-high jet fuel costs driven by the Iran war hurt

American Airlines dims 2026 forecast as high fuel costs hurt margins
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Iran takes seized ships to port, countries check on seafarers' safety

Two container ships seized by Iran near the Strait of Hormuz with about 40 crew aboard have been taken toward

Iran takes seized ships to port, countries check on seafarers' safety
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Lockheed Martin quarterly profit falls as production delays weigh

Lockheed Martin reported a lower first-quarter profit on Thursday, as high costs on fixed-price contracts and production slowdowns on some

Lockheed Martin quarterly profit falls as production delays weigh
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China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyber agencies warn

International cyber agencies on Thursday urged organisations to better defend against covert networks used by China-linked hackers to conceal malicious cyber activity,

China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyber agencies warn
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
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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
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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
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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
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Hong Kong fire victim returns to search for memories of his dog

Nearly five months after a devastating blaze tore through Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court residential complex, Jason Kong took a small

Hong Kong fire victim returns to search for memories of his dog
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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
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UK companies see cost pressures spreading at record pace

Inflation indicators from British companies flashed red in two long-running business surveys published on Thursday, which showed record

UK companies see cost pressures spreading at record pace
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European shares muted as investors assess Mideast developments, corporate earnings

European shares were little changed on Thursday as investor worries over collapsed U.S.-Iran peace talks and weak economic data

European shares muted as investors assess Mideast developments, corporate earnings
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UK manufacturers report plunge in confidence, see jump in costs

British manufacturers have turned their most pessimistic since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic due to the Iran war and a measure of the expectations for inflation has

UK manufacturers report plunge in confidence, see jump in costs
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|MidEast|Stock Markets|Travel|World

LVMH's CEO Arnault says return to growth hinges on outcome of Middle East crisis 

Recovery hopes for the French luxury giant LVMH LVMH.PA hinge on the outcome of the crisis in the Middle East, CEO and controlling shareholder Bernard Arnault said on

LVMH's CEO Arnault says return to growth hinges on outcome of Middle East crisis 
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Investors return to US stocks as AI, earnings growth feed fear of missing out

U.S. stocks are rebounding and investors, reassured by diplomacy around the Iran war, are coming off the sidelines as AI-related

Investors return to US stocks as AI, earnings growth feed fear of missing out
Crime|Europe|World

Two trains collide in Denmark, injuring 18 people, emergency service says

Two local trains collided head-on north of the Danish capital Copenhagen on Thursday, injuring 18 people, five of them critically,

Two trains collide in Denmark, injuring 18 people, emergency service says
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
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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  
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Advent-owned firm investigated in Brazil for alleged links to organized crime

Caldic, a global chemicals distributor majority-owned by U.S. private equity firm Advent International, is under

Advent-owned firm investigated in Brazil for alleged links to organized 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
Europe|Sports|World

Hailed as a ‘football goddess’ by many, yet sexism, hate and misogyny remain for this soccer trailblazer

Hailed as a ‘football goddess’ by many, yet sexism, hate and misogyny remain for this soccer trailblazer

Hailed as a ‘football goddess’ by many, yet sexism, hate and misogyny remain for this soccer trailblazer
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung workers rally in South Korea, demanding higher pay and threatening to strike

Thousands of Samsung Electronics workers rally at its chip complex in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, demanding higher bonuses and threatening to strike

Samsung workers rally in South Korea, demanding higher pay and threatening to strike
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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
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|US|World

Stocks are at record highs and shrugging off the war with Iran

Stocks are at record highs and shrugging off the war with Iran

Stocks are at record highs and shrugging off the war with Iran
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Scientists trace latest interstellar comet's home to a cold, isolated corner of the Milky Way

A new study suggests that the comet that rambled past us from another star last year likely originated in a cold, isolated corner of the galaxy that had yet to gel into its own solar system

Scientists trace latest interstellar comet's home to a cold, isolated corner of the Milky Way
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
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung workers protest over huge pay gap with SK Hynix, threaten long strike

Tens of thousands of Samsung Electronics workers rallied at a sprawling factory complex south of Seoul on Thursday,

Samsung workers protest over huge pay gap with SK Hynix, threaten long strike
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Britain's deficit narrows but fuel duty fall points to Iran war drag

Britain's budget deficit for the last financial year narrowed to a six-year low but official data published on Thursday also showed an early

Britain's deficit narrows but fuel duty fall points to Iran war drag
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
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Euro zone business activity contracted in April as costs rocketed, PMI shows

Business activity in the euro zone suffered a surprise contraction in April with the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran sapping demand as prices soared, a closely watched survey

Euro zone business activity contracted in April as costs rocketed, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|World

Roche sales down 5% as currency effects outweigh gains for haemophilia drug

Swiss drugmaker Roche's first-quarter sales dropped by 5%, it said on Thursday, citing unfavourable foreign exchange effects that

Roche sales down 5% as currency effects outweigh gains for haemophilia drug
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Hormuz crisis throws spotlight on world's largest 'chokepoint' - the Malacca Strait

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced policymakers in Asia to face questions over the security of other maritime chokepoints, including the Strait of Malacca,

Hormuz crisis throws spotlight on world's largest 'chokepoint' - the Malacca Strait
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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
Crime|Education|Technology|World

Turkish parliament passes bill to restrict social media access for under-15s

State-run media says Turkish lawmakers have passed a bill that includes restricting access to social media platforms for children under 15

Turkish parliament passes bill to restrict social media access for under-15s
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Energy costs, inflation could sap beer sales, Heineken says

The world's No. 2 brewer Heineken said on Thursday energy costs and inflation - driven up by the war in Iran - could hit demand for its beers, though its

Energy costs, inflation could sap beer sales, Heineken says
Business|Economy|Food|World

Nestle rides out Iran war impact, seeks turnaround in China

Nestle beat first-quarter sales forecasts and stuck to its annual outlook on Thursday, riding out the impact of the Iran war though it warned about the risk

Nestle rides out Iran war impact, seeks turnaround in China
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
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French economic activity contracted at fastest pace in 14 months, survey shows

Business activity in France's private sector contracted at its fastest pace in 14 months as a downturn in the services sector amid the Iran war outweighed stronger factory

French economic activity contracted at fastest pace in 14 months, survey shows
Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

German private sector contracts for first time in nearly a year, PMI shows

Germany's private sector contracted for the first time in almost a year in April as the Iran war put the brakes on the country's economic recovery, hitting demand and

German private sector contracts for first time in nearly a year, PMI shows
US|World

US Senate votes to advance $70 billion funding plan for ICE, Border Patrol

U.S.

US Senate votes to advance $70 billion funding plan for ICE, Border Patrol
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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
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy

China's behind-the-scenes role in efforts to de-escalate the Iran conflict has been gaining attention

A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Residents in rural Sudan say the Iran war has made it harder to get medicines

Some people in Sudan say they have struggled to obtain medicines, and the war in Iran has made that worse

Residents in rural Sudan say the Iran war has made it harder to get medicines
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|Business|Economy|World

Hyundai Motor posts Q1 profit drop, warns growing business headwind

South Korea's Hyundai Motor on Thursday warned of growing business uncertainty due to the Middle East conflict after reporting a 31% drop in

Hyundai Motor posts Q1 profit drop, warns growing business headwind
Crime|Health|World

Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil killed in Israeli strike on a house where she took cover, paper says

Rescue workers say a Lebanese journalist was killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon

Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil killed in Israeli strike on a house where she took cover, paper says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Iran war boosts European logistics profits as shipping chaos persists

European logistics companies are expected to report higher first-quarter profits, benefiting from the turmoil created by the U.S.-Israeli war

Iran war boosts European logistics profits as shipping chaos persists
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Price hikes, outlook cuts - What airlines are doing as fuel costs surge

A surge in jet fuel prices driven by the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has upended the global aviation industry, forcing airlines to raise fares and revise their financial outlooks.

Price hikes, outlook cuts - What airlines are doing as fuel costs surge
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India's John Distilleries open to further stake sale to Sazerac, founder says

John Distilleries is open to selling more, and potentially all, of its founder's remaining stake to U.S. spirits group Sazerac, following an

India's John Distilleries open to further stake sale to Sazerac, founder says
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
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How much risk can markets swallow?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee It's hard to pop the champagne when you're constantly looking over your shoulder.

How much risk can markets swallow?
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South Korea fines matchmaking agency over leak of sensitive user data

South Korea's data protection agency said on Thursday it has fined a matchmaking service over the leak of its members' sensitive personal

South Korea fines matchmaking agency over leak of sensitive user data
Australia|Business|Technology|World

Australia working with Anthropic over cybersecurity vulnerabilities

Australia is working with software providers including Anthropic over potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities, a spokesperson for Home

Australia working with Anthropic over cybersecurity vulnerabilities
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Factory rebound lifts India's private sector growth in April, PMI shows

Growth in India's private sector accelerated in April as manufacturing and services activity rebounded after cooling last month despite elevated price pressures, a

Factory rebound lifts India's private sector growth in April, PMI shows
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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
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Two die following chemical leak in West Virginia

Two people died following a chemical leak at a silver catalyst plant in Kanawha County, West Virginia, on Wednesday, officials said.

Two die following chemical leak in West Virginia
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White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami ties MLB rookie record with HR in 5th straight game

Chicago White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami tied a Major League Baseball rookie record by homering in his fifth straight game, crushing a 451-foot shot to right-center field against the Arizona Diamondbacks for his 10th homer of the season

White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami ties MLB rookie record with HR in 5th straight game
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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
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Amid the gloom, Iran conflict hands Indian cotton yarn hub a win

Supply chain and fuel disruptions triggered by the war in the Middle East have dealt a heavy blow to many Indian

Amid the gloom, Iran conflict hands Indian cotton yarn hub a win
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Bank of Japan seen dropping hawkish signs even as it keeps rates steady

The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates steady next week but signal its readiness to hike them as soon as June, as a war-driven energy shock

Bank of Japan seen dropping hawkish signs even as it keeps rates steady
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Japan's Nikkei reverses below 60,000 level as profit-taking steps in

Japan's Nikkei share average reversed course on Thursday after briefly topping the 60,000 level, as investors locked in profits from an early rally as the

Japan's Nikkei reverses below 60,000 level as profit-taking steps in
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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
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Microsoft bets big on AI in Australia with $18 billion investment

Microsoft said on Thursday that it will invest A$25 billion ($17.9 billion) in Australia by the end of 2029 to boost computing and artificial intelligence

Microsoft bets big on AI in Australia with $18 billion investment
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
Business|Economy|World

South Korea's Q1 GDP growth roars past market on booming AI-driven chip demand

South Korea's economy delivered its fastest growth in nearly six years last quarter, smashing forecasts as booming chip exports rode a global surge in AI

South Korea's Q1 GDP growth roars past market on booming AI-driven chip demand
World

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill prohibiting DEI in local governments

Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Wednesday that prohibits local governments in his state from promoting or funding diversity

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill prohibiting DEI in local governments
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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
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
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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
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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
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Fire after Ukrainian attack at Russia's Tuapse refinery hits air quality

A large contingent of Russian firefighters was battling a blaze for the third day on Wednesday at the Tuapse oil refinery on the Black Sea after a Ukrainian drone attack, and

Fire after Ukrainian attack at Russia's Tuapse refinery hits air quality
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American Airlines, Alaska Air explore deeper international partnership, sources say

American Airlines is in preliminary discussions with Alaska Air Group to broaden their existing partnership, potentially by bringing Alaska into

American Airlines, Alaska Air explore deeper international partnership, sources say
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SK Hynix sets record as quarterly profit jumps five-fold, says AI chip demand exceeds capacity

South Korea's SK Hynix on Thursday set a record for quarterly profit with a five-fold jump in earnings and forecast AI chip demand would

SK Hynix sets record as quarterly profit jumps five-fold, says AI chip demand exceeds capacity
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's factory activity expands at strongest pace in 4 years, PMI shows

Japan's manufacturing activity expanded at its strongest pace in four years in April as firms boosted production over concerns about potential supply shortages due to

Japan's factory activity expands at strongest pace in 4 years, PMI shows
Crime|US|World

US House Oversight members divided on Ghislaine Maxwell pardon, chairman says

Some members of the U.S.

US House Oversight members divided on Ghislaine Maxwell pardon, chairman says
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New Zealand says oil shock delays economy's recovery but does not derail it

New Zealand's economic recovery has been delayed but not derailed, Finance Minister Nicola Willis said on Thursday after the Iran

New Zealand says oil shock delays economy's recovery but does not derail it
Health|Sports|US|World

Runners were struggling to finish Boston Marathon when competitors came along and helped them across

Ajay Haridasse was close to finishing the Boston Marathon when his legs gave out

Runners were struggling to finish Boston Marathon when competitors came along and helped them across
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Wildfires across Georgia and Florida destroy more than 50 homes and force evacuations

Wildfires have intensified intensifying across the U.S. Southeast

Wildfires across Georgia and Florida destroy more than 50 homes and force evacuations
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
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ServiceNow flags Middle East deal delays, shares crash

ServiceNow reported on Wednesday that delays in closing several large government deals in the Middle East hurt first-quarter subscription revenue growth, sending

ServiceNow flags Middle East deal delays, shares crash
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
Crime|Travel|World

Mexico reopens famed pyramids under heavy police presence after deadly shooting

Mexico's ancient Teotihuacan archaeological site reopened on Wednesday under heavy security and with fewer tourists than usual, two days

Mexico reopens famed pyramids under heavy police presence after deadly shooting
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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Louisiana man charged over the gun used in massacre of eight children

Federal prosecutors on Tuesday charged a Louisiana man with illegally possessing a firearm and lying to federal agents after the weapon was used in Sunday's

Louisiana man charged over the gun used in massacre of eight children
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Private credit funds for wealthy individuals raise 45% less new money in Q1, RA Stanger says

New money flows into a popular category of private credit funds for wealthy investors dropped by 45% in the first three months of this year from the same

Private credit funds for wealthy individuals raise 45% less new money in Q1, RA Stanger says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Health|Science|US|World

Suicide among young Americans declines in first years of 988 hotline

Thousands fewer young Americans than expected took their own lives during the first two-

Suicide among young Americans declines in first years of 988 hotline
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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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
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
Americas|Crime|World

Mexico's government keeps contradicting itself over role of CIA agents in Chihuahua operation

Mexican authorities continued to contradict themselves over the role of two CIA agents in a counternarcotics operation in northern Mexico and the extent to which Mexico’s federal government was aware of the U.S. involvement in the incident, which has started to ignite tensions with the White House

Mexico's government keeps contradicting itself over role of CIA agents in Chihuahua operation
Crime|Election|US|World

Justice Department reaches $1.25 million settlement with Trump 2016 campaign aide over Russia probe

An aide to President Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign who was the target of secret surveillance during the FBI’s Russia investigation has reached a settlement for $1.25 million with the federal government

Justice Department reaches $1.25 million settlement with Trump 2016 campaign aide over Russia probe
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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
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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
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Trading Day: Nasdaq hits new high

U.S. stocks surged on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq setting a new high and the S&P 500 a new closing high, as tech and earnings optimism

Trading Day: Nasdaq hits new high
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Tesla lifts 2026 spending plans by a quarter as Musk funds AI and robotic dreams

Tesla sharply raised its spending plan to more than $25 billion for the year as CEO Elon Musk pours money into artificial intelligence, robotics

Tesla lifts 2026 spending plans by a quarter as Musk funds AI and robotic dreams
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
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
Sports|World

Man City top of Premier League as Haaland's winner relegates Burnley

Manchester City has completed its ominous, late-season rise to the top of the Premier League

Man City top of Premier League as Haaland's winner relegates Burnley
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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
Health|Science|World

US health officials nix publication of a study on COVID vaccine effectiveness

U.S. health officials have stopped the publication of a study on the COVID-19 vaccine's effectiveness in preventing hospitalizations

US health officials nix publication of a study on COVID vaccine effectiveness
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
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Telegram founder Pavel Durov says he received summons in Russia addressed to 'suspect'

Pavel Durov, the founder of the Telegram messenger app, said on Wednesday he had received a summons in Russia at an old address naming him as a "suspect" in a criminal

Telegram founder Pavel Durov says he received summons in Russia addressed to 'suspect'
Crime|US|World

Colorado prosecutor charges border officer with assault

A Colorado district attorney on Wednesday charged a U.S.

Colorado prosecutor charges border officer with assault
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S&P, Nasdaq close at records on Iran ceasefire extension, earnings

U.S. stocks climbed on Wednesday to send the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to closing records, after U.S.

S&P, Nasdaq close at records on Iran ceasefire extension, earnings
Business|Economy|Environment|US|World

US farm secretary says USDA is speaking with White House daily on high fertilizer prices

U.S.

US farm secretary says USDA is speaking with White House daily on high fertilizer prices
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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'
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

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.
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Airline company Lufthansa cuts 20,000 flights as war squeezes fuel prices and supplies

The German company that owns Lufthansa Airlines and other European carriers says it plans to cut 20,000 short-haul flights through October as the Iran war drives up oil prices and deepens worries that some countries may run low on jet fuel

Airline company Lufthansa cuts 20,000 flights as war squeezes fuel prices and supplies
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

How Wall Street is setting records even with the Iran war still going on

It seems so illogical

How Wall Street is setting records even with the Iran war still going on
Sports|US|World

Sabres power play goes ice-cold again as series against the Bruins shifts to Boston for Game 3

The Sabres haven’t been able to push the Bruins around on the ice

Sabres power play goes ice-cold again as series against the Bruins shifts to Boston for Game 3
Business|Economy|World

US stocks rally to records, but Brent oil also tops $100 on worries about the Iran war

The U.S. stock market set more records after GE Vernova and other big companies joined the parade reporting fatter profits for the start of the year than analysts expected

US stocks rally to records, but Brent oil also tops $100 on worries about the Iran war
Americas|Sports|World

Buenos Aires bans stadium confetti after fire sparks panic at River vs Boca

Soccer fans in Argentina's capital city Buenos Aires can no longer throw confetti from the stands

Buenos Aires bans stadium confetti after fire sparks panic at River vs Boca
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
Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Coffee companies launch satellite-based program to track deforestation

Several coffee companies and coffee traders are launching a new system to track deforestation related to coffee cultivation around the world, JDE Peet's, one of the

Coffee companies launch satellite-based program to track deforestation
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
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

TSMC plans to open chip packaging plant in Arizona by 2029, executive says 

By Stephen Nellis and Max A.

TSMC plans to open chip packaging plant in Arizona by 2029, executive says 
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

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
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

NFL defends broadcasting strategy as regulators probe shift to pay TV

The National Football League on Wednesday defended its TV broadcast strategy as the Federal Communications Commission has been reviewing the

NFL defends broadcasting strategy as regulators probe shift to pay TV
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Goldman Sachs settles shareholder lawsuit over 1MDB scandal

Goldman Sachs has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit accusing the Wall Street bank of defrauding shareholders about its work for 1MDB, a

Goldman Sachs settles shareholder lawsuit over 1MDB scandal
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
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
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

National Healthcare Properties shares fall in Nasdaq debut after REIT's $462-million IPO

Real estate investment trust National Healthcare Properties' shares fell 3.7% in its Nasdaq debut on Wednesday, as investor appetite for new listings remains uneven amid

National Healthcare Properties shares fall in Nasdaq debut after REIT's $462-million IPO
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
Business|Economy|Political|World

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|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Goldman Sachs' Akila Raman to lead alternatives capital markets business, memo shows

Goldman Sachs has appointed insider Akila Raman as the global head of its private and alternatives capital markets business, according to a memo seen by Reuters on Wednesday.

Goldman Sachs' Akila Raman to lead alternatives capital markets business, memo shows
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

How Deutsche Telecom and T-Mobile US could pull off the world's biggest M&A deal

Deutsche Telekom is exploring a possible tie-up with T-Mobile US to create a $300 billion telecoms giant, sources said, in what would overtake Vodafone-Mannesmann's

How Deutsche Telecom and T-Mobile US could pull off the world's biggest M&A deal
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
Economy|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

US-based Virtus and Indian partner to restart Congo copper miner Chemaf in 2027, union executive says

U.S.-based Virtus Minerals and Indian partner Lloyds Metals & Energy plan to restart full production at Congolese copper and cobalt miner

US-based Virtus and Indian partner to restart Congo copper miner Chemaf in 2027, union executive 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
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fannie, Freddie to accept 'predictive' credit scores, US officials say

Housing finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are now accepting additional credit scores that take into account rent and

Fannie, Freddie to accept 'predictive' credit scores, US officials say
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
Business|Crime|Health|World

The Gates Foundation is reviewing its Epstein ties as released emails raise questions for funders

The Gates Foundation confirmed Wednesday that it is reviewing its ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

The Gates Foundation is reviewing its Epstein ties as released emails raise questions for funders
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|World

$28 billion and counting: Europe tallies the cost of another energy crisis

$28 billion and counting: Europe tallies the cost of another energy crisis

$28 billion and counting: Europe tallies the cost of another energy crisis
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
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Russia to stop Kazakh oil flows to German PCK refinery via Druzhba

Russia will stop the supply of Kazakh crude oil via the Druzhba pipeline to Germany from May 1, Deputy Prime Minister

Russia to stop Kazakh oil flows to German PCK refinery via Druzhba
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Brazil's BRB shareholders approve $1.8 billion capital increase

Shareholders of Brazilian state-run lender Banco de Brasilia (BRB) on Wednesday approved a capital increase of up to 8.8 billion reais ($1.77

Brazil's BRB shareholders approve $1.8 billion capital increase
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EU may let startups claim innovation benefits in M&A if Big Tech not involved

Startups claiming innovation benefits for their deals will likely secure speedy EU antitrust approval, but not if Big Tech is involved, a draft revamp of

EU may let startups claim innovation benefits in M&A if Big Tech not involved
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Supreme Court allows soldier injured in Bagram suicide bombing to sue contractor

Supreme Court allows soldier injured in Bagram suicide bombing to sue contractor

Supreme Court allows soldier injured in Bagram suicide bombing to sue contractor
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United Airlines says fares may need to rise up to 20% to offset fuel surge

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said on Wednesday ticket prices may need to rise by as much as 15% to 20% to offset a surge in jet fuel costs,

United Airlines says fares may need to rise up to 20% to offset fuel surge
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Boeing CEO: Trump is key to closing major plane order from Chinese airlines

Boeing is counting on the Trump

Boeing CEO: Trump is key to closing major plane order from Chinese airlines
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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
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From paint to flights, Iran war lifts costs, darkens outlooks

Companies from consumer goods to travel and mining warned on Wednesday that the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran is

From paint to flights, Iran war lifts costs, darkens outlooks
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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
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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
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Bessent says Gulf, Asian allies request swap lines, UAE and US would benefit from one

U.S.

Bessent says Gulf, Asian allies request swap lines, UAE and US would benefit from one
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Major Russian book publisher's staff questioned over 'LGBT propaganda'

One of Russia's largest publishers said on Wednesday that some staff were being questioned by authorities over possible "LGBT propaganda" in its book

Major Russian book publisher's staff questioned over 'LGBT propaganda'
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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Canada is not a supplicant, will not let US dictate terms of USMCA review, says Carney

Canada is not a supplicant that will allow the U.S. to dictate the terms for a scheduled review of the United States-Mexico-Canada trade treaty, Prime

Canada is not a supplicant, will not let US dictate terms of USMCA review, says Carney
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US set to move to reclassify marijuana as early as Wednesday, Axios reports

The United States administration is expected to move to reclassify marijuana as soon as Wednesday, Axios reported, citing an official familiar with the matter, sending

US set to move to reclassify marijuana as early as Wednesday, Axios reports
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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
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Liam Rosenior fired as Chelsea manager after dreadful run and less than 4 months in job

Liam Rosenior has been fired as Chelsea manager after less than four months in the job and just four days before it plays in an FA Cup semifinal at Wembley

Liam Rosenior fired as Chelsea manager after dreadful run and less than 4 months in job
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Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile in early talks for mega merger, sources say

Deutsche Telekom is exploring a deal to combine with T-Mobile US and create a transatlantic

Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile in early talks for mega merger, sources say
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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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Repeat of Bearman's high-speed crash to be 'avoided' under changes to F1 regulations, FIA says

F1’s governing body says a repeat of the high-speed crash which left Oliver Bearman limping and alarmed the Formula 1 paddock “should basically be avoided” with regulation changes from next week’s race in Miami

Repeat of Bearman's high-speed crash to be 'avoided' under changes to F1 regulations, FIA says
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Heavy rain and snowmelt are hurtling large chunks of ice into northeastern Michigan homes

Large chunks of ice have rammed into homes along Michigan's Black Lake in the northeastern Lower Peninsula as constant spring rainfall and winter melt have flooded homes and threatened to overflow stressed dam systems

Heavy rain and snowmelt are hurtling large chunks of ice into northeastern Michigan homes
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Searchers find the body of 1 of 6 missing crew from a ship that overturned during a typhoon

Authorities have found the body of one of the six missing crew members from a cargo ship that overturned near the Northern Mariana Islands during a typhoon

Searchers find the body of 1 of 6 missing crew from a ship that overturned during a typhoon
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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
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'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
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US Labor Department unveils proposal on contract, franchise worker pay

President Donald Trump's administration on Wednesday moved to make it more difficult to hold companies liable when their contractors or franchisees violate

US Labor Department unveils proposal on contract, franchise worker pay
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
Africa|World

US in talks to resettle 1,100 Afghans in Congo, group says

The Trump administration is in talks with the Democratic Republic of Congo to resettle 1,100 Afghans who have been stranded in Qatar awaiting U.S. visas,

US in talks to resettle 1,100 Afghans in Congo, group says
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Germany halves 2026 growth forecast, raises inflation outlook amid Iran war

Germany's economy ministry cut its growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027 and raised its inflation projections on Wednesday, as the Iran war drives up oil

Germany halves 2026 growth forecast, raises inflation outlook amid Iran war
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Philip Morris trims annual profit forecast amid nicotine pouch uncertainty

Philip Morris International cut its annual profit forecast on Wednesday amid regulatory uncertainty over its Zyn nicotine pouches and rising competition in

Philip Morris trims annual profit forecast amid nicotine pouch uncertainty
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Waiting for 'safe and sustainable' strait crossings, top shipping execs say

Safe and sustainable passage through the Strait of Hormuz is what top shipping companies require before the world's sees much oil or cargo

Waiting for 'safe and sustainable' strait crossings, top shipping execs say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar gains as Iran war keeps central banks in wait-and-see mode

The dollar rose on Wednesday on lingering concerns about the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, after President Donald Trump

Dollar gains as Iran war keeps central banks in wait-and-see mode
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Private credit funds' shares trade at steep discounts as concerns grow

Shares of private credit funds are trading at their deepest discounts to net asset values in more than 5-1/2 years as investors grow more sceptical of

Private credit funds' shares trade at steep discounts as concerns grow
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Toronto exchange operator to buy Cboe's Canada, Australia units

TMX Group on Wednesday agreed to buy Cboe Global Markets' Canadian and Australian businesses for $300 million, in a deal that

Toronto exchange operator to buy Cboe's Canada, Australia units
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Number of top women bankers edges up despite US backlash, study shows

The number of women holding top jobs at leading financial institutions has edged up to a record high, a new report has shown, suggesting diversity is

Number of top women bankers edges up despite US backlash, study shows
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
Environment|Science|Technology|World

This small sea area between Europe and Africa is the site of 124 shipwrecks, archaeologists find

This small sea area between Europe and Africa is the site of 124 shipwrecks, archaeologists find

This small sea area between Europe and Africa is the site of 124 shipwrecks, archaeologists find
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud says Algeria sentenced him to 3 years for award-winning novel

French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud says he has been sentenced to three years in prison in Algeria for his book “Houris.”

French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud says Algeria sentenced him to 3 years for award-winning novel
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
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Technology|Travel|World

In Mexico, flagship Mayan tourist train leaves trail of broken pledges

Deep in Mexico's Maya jungle, brilliant white lights blaze improbably in the wilderness: a maintenance depot for a flagship multi-

In Mexico, flagship Mayan tourist train leaves trail of broken pledges
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
Australia|Business|Crime|Technology|World

Australia asks Roblox, Minecraft to detail child safety measures

Australia's internet regulator on Wednesday asked online gaming platforms including Roblox and Microsoft's Minecraft to spell out how they protect children

Australia asks Roblox, Minecraft to detail child safety measures
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Moody's profit rises on strong analytics growth, lifts annual forecast

Ratings agency Moody's reported a rise in first-quarter profit on Wednesday, driven by strong demand for its research and analytics products, and raised its 2026 earnings forecast

Moody's profit rises on strong analytics growth, lifts annual forecast
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
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

South Korea, Vietnam agree to boost nuclear energy, high-tech cooperation

Vietnam and South Korea's leaders agreed to boost cooperation in nuclear energy and high-tech at a meeting in Hanoi on Wednesday, as the

South Korea, Vietnam agree to boost nuclear energy, high-tech cooperation
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed rate cut pushed back to late 2026 on war-related inflation risks: Reuters poll

The U.S.

Fed rate cut pushed back to late 2026 on war-related inflation risks: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Traders place $430 million bet on lower oil price before Trump ceasefire extension

Traders placed a series of bets worth $430 million on a drop in crude prices just 15 minutes before U.S.

Traders place $430 million bet on lower oil price before Trump ceasefire extension
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Czech public broadcaster unions issue strike warning over government's funding revamp

Unions at Czech Television and Czech Radio warned they were preparing to strike on Wednesday over what they see as a threat to their independence from planned government

Czech public broadcaster unions issue strike warning over government's funding revamp
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

CME Group profit rises as market volatility drives hedging demand

CME Group reported a rise in first-quarter profit on Wednesday, as the derivatives exchange operator benefited from heightened market volatility encouraging more

CME Group profit rises as market volatility drives hedging demand
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
Business|Crime|World

Moldovan tycoon Plahotniuc sentenced to 19 years in fraud case

A Moldovan court sentenced business magnate and former political powerbroker Vladimir Plahotniuc to 19 years in prison on Wednesday in a fraud case

Moldovan tycoon Plahotniuc sentenced to 19 years in fraud case
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Italy cuts growth outlook, hikes deficit, debt as Iran war weighs

Italy on Wednesday cut its economic growth outlook and hiked forecasts for the budget deficit and public debt, reflecting surging energy

Italy cuts growth outlook, hikes deficit, debt as Iran war weighs
Business|Economy|Health|Science|World

Delay in Medicare pilot for obesity drugs may not hurt near-term demand, analysts say

A delay in a Medicare pilot to cover obesity drugs due to health insurers' hesitation to participate in the program is unlikely to dent near-term demand for weight

Delay in Medicare pilot for obesity drugs may not hurt near-term demand, analysts say
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|World

The Gates Foundation is hiring an investigator to probe its Epstein connections

The Gates Foundation is hiring an investigator to probe its Epstein connections

The Gates Foundation is hiring an investigator to probe its Epstein connections
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Shreveport Police Department timeline of mass shooting response

Shreveport Police Department timeline of mass shooting response

Shreveport Police Department timeline of mass shooting response
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|US|World

Virginia Evans and Susan Choi are among 6 finalists for the Women's Prize for Fiction

Four debut novelists are among the six finalists for the 2026 Women’s Prize for Fiction, announced Wednesday

Virginia Evans and Susan Choi are among 6 finalists for the Women's Prize for Fiction
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Michigan man brings cross to Shreveport in response to tragic killings

Michigan man brings cross to Shreveport in response to tragic killings

Michigan man brings cross to Shreveport in response to tragic killings
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's foreign and defense ministers meet with Cambodian counterparts in joint '2+2' dialogue

Cambodia and China have held their first meeting of what is called a “2+2” Strategic Dialogue Mechanism

China's foreign and defense ministers meet with Cambodian counterparts in joint '2+2' dialogue
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Once punished for weaving, this Mexican artisan uses her loom for LGBTQ+ resistance

Xaneri Merino, a transgender woman and artisan from southern Mexico, was once punished for weaving in her Indigenous community, where men are largely barred from weaving

Once punished for weaving, this Mexican artisan uses her loom for LGBTQ+ resistance
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
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

The fee you didn’t know you were paying to leave a country

The fee you didn’t know you were paying to leave a country

The fee you didn’t know you were paying to leave a country
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|World

More World Cup seats will go on sale after FIFA adds costlier ticket categories

FIFA is putting more World Cup tickets on sale after angering some fans by adding new, more expensive categories

More World Cup seats will go on sale after FIFA adds costlier ticket categories
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

EU close to approving a $106B loan for Ukraine after months of deadlock

The European Union is close to approving a 90 billion euro ($106 billion) loan package to support Ukraine’s military and financial needs for the next two years

EU close to approving a $106B loan for Ukraine after months of deadlock
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
Business|Economy|World

Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costs

Governments worldwide are trying to shield consumers from soaring energy costs resulting from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. 

Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costs
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|Finance|Stock Markets|World

S&P 500 PE looks cheap, but high oil prices still pose a threat 

Wall Street has roared back to record highs even as uncertainty over the conflict in Iran lingers, a risk highlighted by a steady

S&P 500 PE looks cheap, but high oil prices still pose a threat 
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|Europe|Health|Science|World

European health chief says EU is at 'a critical point' in ensuring new drug access

Europe is at a critical juncture for ensuring future access to new drugs as U.S. pricing policies shake the sector, the head of the European Medicines

European health chief says EU is at 'a critical point' in ensuring new drug access
Science|Technology|World

US turns to Ukrainian counter-drone tech after Iran attacks, sources say

The U.S. military has introduced Ukrainian counter-drone technology in recent weeks at a key U.S. air base in Saudi Arabia, according to five people with

US turns to Ukrainian counter-drone tech after Iran attacks, sources say
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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|Europe|Technology|World

ASML says firm will not be chip industry's bottleneck

Top computer chip equipment maker ASML will not be a bottleneck for the industry, as it was early in the decade, its CEO said on

ASML says firm will not be chip industry's bottleneck
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Peru pipeline rupture followed years of regulator warnings, documents show

A pipeline rupture that crippled Peru's energy grid in March followed years of documented warnings from regulators to pipeline operator TGP about

Peru pipeline rupture followed years of regulator warnings, documents show
Business|Economy|Finance|World

German economy likely grew in Q1 but Iran war weighs on outlook, Bundesbank says

The German economy grew at a modest pace in the first quarter on healthy industrial and services output but higher energy prices and the uncertainty over the Iran war

German economy likely grew in Q1 but Iran war weighs on outlook, Bundesbank says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Economic turbulence and rate hikes could jeopardise France's deficit efforts, fiscal watchdog warns

Uncertain economic conditions and possible changes in interest rates could throw France's effort to trim its deficit to 3% of output by 2029 into doubt, France's fiscal

Economic turbulence and rate hikes could jeopardise France's deficit efforts, fiscal watchdog warns
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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
Business|Economy|MidEast|World

Asian shipowners to cross Hormuz before Western firms, executives say

Asian ship owners might begin to sail through the Strait of Hormuz soon amid a fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire as they have a higher

Asian shipowners to cross Hormuz before Western firms, executives say
Europe|Health|World

UK lawmakers approve lifetime smoking ban for today's under-18s

Children in Britain who are 17 or younger, and anyone born in the future, will never be able to legally buy cigarettes after lawmakers approved new

UK lawmakers approve lifetime smoking ban for today's under-18s
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK consumers turn gloomiest about economy since records began in 1978

British consumers are gloomier about the economy than at any time since records began in 1978, according to a survey published on Wednesday that showed the Iran war and soaring

UK consumers turn gloomiest about economy since records began in 1978
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
Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

Climate doom and gloom? Try laughing instead. Activists embrace joy in the fight to save Earth

Across the world, groups of activists, teachers and psychologists are tackling one of the world’s most daunting problems — human-caused climate change — with laughter, dancing, hugs and most especially joy

Climate doom and gloom? Try laughing instead. Activists embrace joy in the fight to save Earth
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

The Iran war could drive up costs for petroleum-derived products like clothes and crayons

The Iran war’s most tangible and immediate effect for many people outside the Middle East has been spiking gasoline prices

The Iran war could drive up costs for petroleum-derived products like clothes and crayons
World

Beneath Trump's ballroom legal case: A brief history of the White House bunker

President Donald Trump’s court fight over the $400 million White House East Wing ballroom casts some light on an underground bunker at the site

Beneath Trump's ballroom legal case: A brief history of the White House bunker
Environment|Science|World

An intense marine heat wave has California in its crosshairs, with impacts set for land and sea

An intense marine heat wave has California in its crosshairs, with impacts set for land and sea

An intense marine heat wave has California in its crosshairs, with impacts set for land and sea
Crime|Health|Science|World

When parents kill: Forensic psychiatrists examine the motives behind unthinkable murders

When parents kill: Forensic psychiatrists examine the motives behind unthinkable murders

When parents kill: Forensic psychiatrists examine the motives behind unthinkable murders
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

The ‘groundbreaking’ case of the cyber experts who allegedly broke bad and worked with criminals

The ‘groundbreaking’ case of the cyber experts who allegedly broke bad and worked with criminals

The ‘groundbreaking’ case of the cyber experts who allegedly broke bad and worked with criminals