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Turkey's Erdogan gives NATO leaders revolver conundrum after summit

Belgium's prime minister was a little surprised on landing back home from Wednesday's NATO summit in Turkey to find that he had a handgun and ammunition in his luggage.

Turkey's Erdogan gives NATO leaders revolver conundrum after summit
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Burnham on course to become UK prime minister as nominations open for Labour leadership

Nominations have opened in a Labour Party election to replace Keir Starmer as Britain's prime minister

Burnham on course to become UK prime minister as nominations open for Labour leadership
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Iran says millions are mourning Khamenei. That’s not the full picture

Iran says millions are mourning Khamenei. That’s not the full picture

Iran says millions are mourning Khamenei. That’s not the full picture
Education|Opinion|Political|Science

Justice Jackson’s birthright citizenship opinion includes Black Americans in the story of the nation’s search for equality

Jackson’s concurrence traces the 14th Amendment to work done by people ‘beyond Congress’ and Black Americans who ‘helped galvanize the push for full equality.’

Justice Jackson’s birthright citizenship opinion includes Black Americans in the story of the nation’s search for equality
Crime|Europe|Political|World

EU proposes asset freezes and travel bans to fight migrant smuggling

The European Union proposed on Thursday a new sanctions framework targeting migrant smuggling, human trafficking, and other forms of organised crime, which would impose 

EU proposes asset freezes and travel bans to fight migrant smuggling
Asia|Economy|Political|World

ASEAN foreign ministers to hold meeting with Myanmar counterpart at weekend

Foreign Ministers of the Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN will hold an informal meeting with their Myanmar counterpart in Bangkok on July 12, Thailand and Vietnam said on Thursday.

ASEAN foreign ministers to hold meeting with Myanmar counterpart at weekend
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says US wrong to think escalation of Ukrainian strikes can help end war

Russia said on Thursday the United States was wrong to believe deep Ukrainian strikes into Russian territory could help bring about an end to more than four years of war,

Kremlin says US wrong to think escalation of Ukrainian strikes can help end war
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Markets remain long TACO

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Anna Szymanski, Editor-in-Charge, Reuters

Markets remain long TACO
Environment|Political|Science|World

Syria regains its voting rights at chemical weapons watchdog

Member states handed back Syria's voting rights at the global chemical weapons watchdog on Thursday, following what they described as "a significant change in

Syria regains its voting rights at chemical weapons watchdog
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Germany to buy US Tomahawks in shift towards own long-range capability

Germany will purchase Tomahawk cruise missiles from the United States and station them on German soil, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Thursday, in a shift from planned

Germany to buy US Tomahawks in shift towards own long-range capability
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology

Palantir says UK police contract wrongly blocked over perceived 'values'

U.S. tech firm Palantir is challenging a decision to block a contract with London police, arguing on Thursday that London mayor Sadiq Khan's office wrongly took into account

Palantir says UK police contract wrongly blocked over perceived 'values'
Crime|Europe|Political|World

How will Marine Le Pen's legal problems affect her presidential campaign?

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen is running for president, but unresolved legal questions loom over her campaign.

How will Marine Le Pen's legal problems affect her presidential campaign?
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin likely to escalate Ukraine war, despite Trump peace push, sources say

President Vladimir Putin is rejecting calls to negotiate peace with Kyiv, three sources close to the Kremlin told Reuters, with Ukraine's recent drone strikes on Russia's oil

Putin likely to escalate Ukraine war, despite Trump peace push, sources say
Africa|Economy|Political

Zambia election will put Hichilema's economic record to the test

Zambia is gearing up for an August election in which President Hakainde Hichilema is favoured to win a second term but may face a strong challenge from

Zambia election will put Hichilema's economic record to the test
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Philippines rejects Chinese scholars' claim over its island province near Taiwan

The defence minister of the Philippines on Thursday rejected as "baseless" and "ludicrous" assertions by Chinese scholars that its northernmost island-chain province belongs

Philippines rejects Chinese scholars' claim over its island province near Taiwan
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italy expels two Russian embassy staff over spying case

The Italian government has decided to expel two military attaches at the Russian Embassy in Italy who were allegedly involved in espionage activities, Foreign Minister Antonio

Italy expels two Russian embassy staff over spying case
Europe|Political|World

NATO weathers another Trump storm but braces for more after Ankara summit

NATO has weathered another storm from Donald Trump but European members of the military alliance are bracing for more turbulence ahead in

NATO weathers another Trump storm but braces for more after Ankara summit
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Russia and Sahel states deepen military ties as insurgent attacks persist

Russia and the West African countries making up the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) - Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso - have pledged to strengthen military cooperation as

Russia and Sahel states deepen military ties as insurgent attacks persist
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political

A democratic socialist in Wisconsin tests how far left voters want to go in a battleground state

Democratic socialists have recently won elections in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Denver

A democratic socialist in Wisconsin tests how far left voters want to go in a battleground state
Africa|Crime|Political|World

ICC official says breakthrough made in Darfur investigations

ِِA "breakthrough" has been made in the investigation into crimes committed during Sudan's war in the Darfur region allowing prosecutors to link them

ICC official says breakthrough made in Darfur investigations
Asia|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan pushes back at China patrols with Coast Guard trip for foreign lawmakers

Taiwan's government took a small group of foreign lawmakers on a Coast Guard ship

Taiwan pushes back at China patrols with Coast Guard trip for foreign lawmakers
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Asia seeks strategic flexibility amid US-China rivalry

Asian policymakers, investors and business leaders are increasingly portraying themselves as active participants in navigating a more fragmented global

Asia seeks strategic flexibility amid US-China rivalry
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Far-right ex-mayor of Rome emerges as unlikely prison campaigner

Far-right, fresh out of jail, and teamed up with a man who wants criminals to "rot" behind bars: Italy's Gianni Alemanno is an unlikely

Far-right ex-mayor of Rome emerges as unlikely prison campaigner
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

The US is striking Iran again. Can it ever deliver a knockout blow?

The US is striking Iran again. Can it ever deliver a knockout blow?

The US is striking Iran again. Can it ever deliver a knockout blow?
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea's Supreme Court upholds lower court ruling in ex-president Yoon's obstruction case

South Korea's Supreme Court on Thursday upheld a seven-year prison sentence handed down to former President Yoon Suk Yeol for

South Korea's Supreme Court upholds lower court ruling in ex-president Yoon's obstruction case
Arts|Education|Political|US|World

Smithsonian head says White House report unfairly characterized US history museum

Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch said a White House report that accused the institution's National Museum of American History of "thinly

Smithsonian head says White House report unfairly characterized US history museum
Asia|Australia|Economy|Political|World

New Zealand to consider joining Australia and Fiji in defence alliance, PM says

New Zealand will consider joining a defence alliance between Australia and Fiji that both countries entered earlier this week, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said on

New Zealand to consider joining Australia and Fiji in defence alliance, PM says
Election|Political|US

Senate hopeful Haley Stevens knows how to win in Michigan. Democrats must decide if that's enough

U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is closing Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary by arguing she is the party’s strongest candidate to beat Republicans

Senate hopeful Haley Stevens knows how to win in Michigan. Democrats must decide if that's enough
Economy|Political|World

US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain

The U.S. military said on Wednesday it launched fresh strikes on Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open to shipping,

US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M in Trump sex abuse and defamation case; Trump appeals

A federal judge has ruled that E

Judge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M in Trump sex abuse and defamation case; Trump appeals
Business|Crime|Education|Political

Prosecutors play video in court of suspect in Charlie Kirk's shooting after he turned himself in

Prosecutors in Utah played a video clip that provided a rare glimpse of Tyler Robinson after the defendant in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk first turned himself in

Prosecutors play video in court of suspect in Charlie Kirk's shooting after he turned himself in
MidEast|Political|World

Funeral processions held in holy Iraqi cities for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Funeral processions for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have been held in Iraq's holy cities of Najaf and Karbala

Funeral processions held in holy Iraqi cities for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Crime|Political|US

Democrat Graham Platner says he plans to withdraw from Maine Senate race after sexual assault claim

Democrat Graham Platner says he plans to withdraw from the U.S. Senate race in Maine after a woman who dated him said he drunkenly forced her to have sex despite her telling him to stop

Democrat Graham Platner says he plans to withdraw from Maine Senate race after sexual assault claim
MidEast|Political|World

US launches new airstrikes on Iran, with Tehran firing back at 3 Gulf Arab states

The United States launched new airstrikes against Iran early Thursday, and Tehran responded by hitting Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar in crossfire that again threatened an interim deal intended to help end the war

US launches new airstrikes on Iran, with Tehran firing back at 3 Gulf Arab states
Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump flies partway home from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the new Qatari-gifted jet

President Donald Trump has flown partway home from a NATO summit in Turkey on an old baby blue Air Force One plane instead of making the full trip aboard the new Qatari-gifted and retrofitted jet he arrived in

Trump flies partway home from Turkey in an old Air Force One, not the new Qatari-gifted jet
Asia|Crime|Political|US|World

US reiterates backing for Tibetan aspirations to preserve culture

The U.S.

US reiterates backing for Tibetan aspirations to preserve culture
Crime|Political|US|World

Platner ends Senate campaign, forcing Democrats to pivot in crucial Maine race

By Nolan D.

Platner ends Senate campaign, forcing Democrats to pivot in crucial Maine race
Business|Crime|Political|US

Judge says E. Jean Carroll can collect $5 million damage award from Trump

A U.S. judge on Wednesday authorized the payment of a multimillion-dollar verdict to magazine writer E.

Judge says E. Jean Carroll can collect $5 million damage award from Trump
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Fatal ICE shooting in Houston sparks mass protest, demands for transparency

More than a thousand protesters chanting "ICE out of Houston" marched on Wednesday near the spot where a U.S.

Fatal ICE shooting in Houston sparks mass protest, demands for transparency
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Political

"Like a war scene:" Dozens injured in multi-vehicle crash involving MTA bus in Baltimore

"Like a war scene:" Dozens injured in multi-vehicle crash involving MTA bus in Baltimore

"Like a war scene:" Dozens injured in multi-vehicle crash involving MTA bus in Baltimore
Education|Interview|Opinion|Political

Graham Platner’s campaign implosion highlights the hollowness of America’s political parties and how they can be hijacked by insurgents

Graham Platner’s Senate campaign has imploded amid credible accusations of rape. A Maine political scientist looks at what happened and how the populist Platner resembles Donald Trump in key ways.

Graham Platner’s campaign implosion highlights the hollowness of America’s political parties and how they can be hijacked by insurgents
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia denounces NATO summit decisions on aid for Ukraine, defence

Russia denounced NATO's decisions at a summit in Turkey on Wednesday, saying they could have catastrophic consequences, after the alliance announced military aid to Ukraine and

Russia denounces NATO summit decisions on aid for Ukraine, defence
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil rises more than a dollar per barrel as US launches fresh strikes against Iran

Oil prices rose more than a dollar a barrel in post-settlement trade on Wednesday after the U.S. military began launching fresh strikes on Iran.

Oil rises more than a dollar per barrel as US launches fresh strikes against Iran
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Rights group plans complaint to IOC against Infantino over Trump support

FIFA President Gianni Infantino could face an investigation by the International Olympic Committee after a rights group announced plans on Wednesday to file a

Soccer-Rights group plans complaint to IOC against Infantino over Trump support
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Trump says Ukraine to be allowed to make Patriot missile interceptors

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the U.S. would grant Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, a huge

Trump says Ukraine to be allowed to make Patriot missile interceptors
Crime|Political|US

Judge in Charlie Kirk case blocks parts of roommate video

A Utah judge on Wednesday barred parts of a recorded interview with the roommate of Charlie Kirk's alleged killer from being played in court after a defense lawyer

Judge in Charlie Kirk case blocks parts of roommate video
Political|World

The Latest: US says it's carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. has carried out another round of strikes on Iran hours after President Donald Trump said that recent Iranian attacks on ships in Strait of Hormuz signaled the end of the ceasefire

The Latest: US says it's carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz
Business|Crime|Education|Political|World

The Latest: Defense, prosecution argue at Kirk assassination hearing over evidence to be admitted

A weeklong preliminary hearing for the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk has paused for the day and will resume Thursday

The Latest: Defense, prosecution argue at Kirk assassination hearing over evidence to be admitted
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US|World

Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized for a month and his team won’t say why. Here’s what we know

Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized for a month and his team won’t say why. Here’s what we know

Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized for a month and his team won’t say why. Here’s what we know
Election|Political|US

Republicans see their grip on Senate tighten amid Democrats' dysfunction in Maine

As Democrats scramble to contain a political disaster in Maine, the Republicans on the front lines of the GOP’s fight to hold the U.S. Senate majority are breathing a sigh of relief

Republicans see their grip on Senate tighten amid Democrats' dysfunction in Maine
Business|Economy|Political|World

Senate committee to vote on bill to tighten US ban on Chinese vehicles

The U.S.

Senate committee to vote on bill to tighten US ban on Chinese vehicles
Economy|Political|World

US military is conducting fresh strikes on Iran

The U.S. military is conducting fresh strikes on Iran, the U.S.

US military is conducting fresh strikes on Iran
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: War on, risk-off: Stocks drop, crude jumps as Trump calls Iran peace deal 'over'

The S&P 500 and the Dow followed their global counterparts lower on Wednesday, and crude prices surged as U.S.

Trading Day: War on, risk-off: Stocks drop, crude jumps as Trump calls Iran peace deal 'over'
Political|Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Giuliani defends White house handling of Iran at World Cup

The White House has defended its handling of Iran's visa restrictions during the World Cup, with top official Andrew Giuliani saying the team's decision to base themselves in

Soccer-Giuliani defends White house handling of Iran at World Cup
Health|Political|US

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear asks Sen. Mitch McConnell to give a public update on his condition

Kentucky's governor has written an open letter to Mitch McConnell asking the Republican senator to disclose more about his condition

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear asks Sen. Mitch McConnell to give a public update on his condition
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Business|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Trump's visit a win for Turkey's Erdogan, NATO tensions aside

Turkey put on a red-white-and-blue air show and named a new airport building after President Donald Trump, seeking

Trump's visit a win for Turkey's Erdogan, NATO tensions aside
Political|Science|Technology|World

US criticizes China for short notice ahead of missile test

China only gave the United States a few hours notice ahead of a ballistic missile test launch on July 6 and provided insufficient detail, a State

US criticizes China for short notice ahead of missile test
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

IMF's Georgieva to visit Argentina in late July

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva will visit Argentina at the end of July, IMF spokesman Pierre Mejlak said on Wednesday.

IMF's Georgieva to visit Argentina in late July
Political|World

Thousands march as Khamenei's funeral procession crosses into Iraq

July 8 - Mourners marched through Iraq's holy city of Najaf on Wednesday, following the coffin of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as his six-day

Thousands march as Khamenei's funeral procession crosses into Iraq
Economy|Europe|Political|World

How can Trump 'cut off all trade' with Spain?

U.S.

How can Trump 'cut off all trade' with Spain?
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Eleven more Trump deportees arrive in Eswatini from the United States, lawyer says

Eleven more migrants deported by the Trump administration under a policy of sending them to third countries arrived in Eswatini from the United States on

Eleven more Trump deportees arrive in Eswatini from the United States, lawyer says
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Fact check: Trump’s false claims at his NATO press conference

Fact check: Trump’s false claims at his NATO press conference

Fact check: Trump’s false claims at his NATO press conference
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Why Trump left NATO summit on a positive note after seething about Iran, Spain and Greenland

Why Trump left NATO summit on a positive note after seething about Iran, Spain and Greenland

Why Trump left NATO summit on a positive note after seething about Iran, Spain and Greenland
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says US will give Ukraine license to produce Patriot defense systems

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced at a NATO summit in Turkey that the U.S. will allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot air defense systems

Trump says US will give Ukraine license to produce Patriot defense systems
Crime|Political|World

Judge sets February trial for man charged with planting pipe bombs on the eve of the Capitol riot

A federal trial is scheduled to start in February for a Virginia man charged with planting pipe bombs near the national headquarters of the Democratic and Republican parties in Washington on the eve of Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021

Judge sets February trial for man charged with planting pipe bombs on the eve of the Capitol riot
Education|Environment|Political|Sports|World

Greenlanders reject Trump's renewed push for control of island

Greenlanders attending a traditional kayaking championship in Nuuk rejected U.S.

Greenlanders reject Trump's renewed push for control of island
Business|Economy|Political|World

Swiss official sees good chance 15% US tariff rate maintained

A senior Swiss trade official said on Wednesday she saw a good chance that Switzerland could maintain a U.S. tariff rate set by an initial deal with Washington in November.

Swiss official sees good chance 15% US tariff rate maintained
Political|US|World

Trump rescinds Syria state sponsor of terrorism designation

U.S.

Trump rescinds Syria state sponsor of terrorism designation
Europe|Political|World

NATO's Rutte says alliance reunited at Ankara summit after Trump 'quarrel'

Disputes between U.S.

NATO's Rutte says alliance reunited at Ankara summit after Trump 'quarrel'
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Pentagon seeks to rally Latin America behind new Monroe Doctrine

President Donald Trump's administration sought on Wednesday to rally Latin American nations behind a revamped Monroe Doctrine, the 19th-century policy asserting U.S.

Pentagon seeks to rally Latin America behind new Monroe Doctrine
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump to remove Syria from US terrorism sponsor list

President Donald Trump on Wednesday informed his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa that he had decided to remove

Trump to remove Syria from US terrorism sponsor list
Crime|Political|US|World

Former Wisconsin judge spared prison for obstructing ICE arrest of Mexican immigrant

Former Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan has been spared from prison for ushering a Mexican defendant out of her courtroom as Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents waited in the hallway

Former Wisconsin judge spared prison for obstructing ICE arrest of Mexican immigrant
Americas|Crime|Political|World

ICE officer fatally shoots man while conducting traffic stop in Houston, agency says

ICE officer fatally shoots man while conducting traffic stop in Houston, agency says

ICE officer fatally shoots man while conducting traffic stop in Houston, agency says
Political|US|World

The Trump administration is ramping up pressure on states to change election practices

The Trumps administration has been ramping up pressure on state election officials to make sure noncitizens aren't registered to vote

The Trump administration is ramping up pressure on states to change election practices
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Takeaways: Trump leaves NATO summit declaring 'a lot of love' with allies after a rocky start

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte says the message from a summit in Ankara, Turkey, is that “NATO delivers.”

Takeaways: Trump leaves NATO summit declaring 'a lot of love' with allies after a rocky start
Arts|Crime|Opinion|Political|US|World

Judge orders the release of Trump’s $5 million payment to E. Jean Carroll

Judge orders the release of Trump’s $5 million payment to E. Jean Carroll

Judge orders the release of Trump’s $5 million payment to E. Jean Carroll
Economy|Education|Health|Political

'My son's more than a data point': Concerns over state assessment tool deciding vulnerable Nebraskans funding for care

'My son's more than a data point': Concerns over state assessment tool deciding vulnerable Nebraskans funding for care

'My son's more than a data point': Concerns over state assessment tool deciding vulnerable Nebraskans funding for care
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump's Board of Peace planning pilot humanitarian zone in Gaza, official says

Donald Trump’s Board of Peace is planning a pilot humanitarian zone for Gazans as a way to kickstart the U.S. president's stalled peace plan, regardless of whether a deal is reached

Trump's Board of Peace planning pilot humanitarian zone in Gaza, official says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump orders halt to US trade with Spain over NATO spending, Iran

U.S.

Trump orders halt to US trade with Spain over NATO spending, Iran
Health|Political|World

Israeli fire kills nine people, including two children, in Gaza, medics say

Israeli airstrikes and gunfire killed at least nine Palestinians, including two children, aged 10 and 6, in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, health officials there said.

Israeli fire kills nine people, including two children, in Gaza, medics say
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says he thinks Israel will withdraw troops from southern Lebanon

U.S.

Trump says he thinks Israel will withdraw troops from southern Lebanon
Arts|Health|Political|Sports|World

Israeli strike kills World Cup screening organizer in Gaza just before kickoff

Health authorities in Gaza say an Israeli strike killed an organizer of public screenings of World Cup matches in the enclave

Israeli strike kills World Cup screening organizer in Gaza just before kickoff
Europe|Political|World

NATO upgrades Baltic Air Policing mission to air defence

NATO has agreed to upgrade its decades-old Baltic air policing mission into air defence, giving pilots a wider mandate, including destroying "objects that

NATO upgrades Baltic Air Policing mission to air defence
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump says 'a lot of unity' at NATO summit after lashing out at allies

President Donald Trump threw a summit of NATO leaders into disarray on Wednesday as he demanded the United States cut

Trump says 'a lot of unity' at NATO summit after lashing out at allies
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump cites 'tremendous unity' at NATO summit, progress on defense spending

U.S.

Trump cites 'tremendous unity' at NATO summit, progress on defense spending
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Trump says he doesn't think Iran conflict will start again

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he did not think a full-fledged conflict with Iran would erupt in the wake of military strikes from both sides.

Trump says he doesn't think Iran conflict will start again
Europe|Political|World

Macron says Europe has stepped up in NATO ahead of Ukraine coalition summit

France's President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday he would use a summit of Ukraine's allies next week to unveil new defence initiatives and joint military

Macron says Europe has stepped up in NATO ahead of Ukraine coalition summit
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Democrat Rahm Emanuel tells Israel to change course or risk US alliance

Rahm Emanuel, a Democrat weighing a 2028 U.S. presidential run, said on Wednesday that Israel risks jeopardizing its alliance with Washington unless it

Democrat Rahm Emanuel tells Israel to change course or risk US alliance
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

Former Wisconsin judge spared prison in Trump immigration case

A former Wisconsin judge was sentenced to no prison time and fined $5,000 on Wednesday after a jury found she obstructed a

Former Wisconsin judge spared prison in Trump immigration case
MidEast|Political|US|World

Pakistan urges all sides to uphold commitments under Islamabad MoU

Pakistan urged all sides to uphold their commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, its foreign ministry said on Wednesday, hours after U.S.

Pakistan urges all sides to uphold commitments under Islamabad MoU
Crime|Political|US

Former Graham Platner girlfriend describes alleged violence, which he denies

Former Graham Platner girlfriend describes alleged violence, which he denies

Former Graham Platner girlfriend describes alleged violence, which he denies
Economy|Health|Political

After devastating diagnosis, insurance company wouldn’t cover New Hampshire child’s wheelchair

After devastating diagnosis, insurance company wouldn’t cover New Hampshire child’s wheelchair

After devastating diagnosis, insurance company wouldn’t cover New Hampshire child’s wheelchair
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

With Le Pen sentencing, France's presidential election veers into the extraordinary

France's upcoming election has taken a striking turn after far-right leader Marine Le Pen’s decision to run for the presidency for a fourth time

With Le Pen sentencing, France's presidential election veers into the extraordinary
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Cheers and boos for Le Pen's French campaign launch after guilty verdict

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen was greeted by cheers and boos on Wednesday as she launched her presidential campaign in

Cheers and boos for Le Pen's French campaign launch after guilty verdict
Health|Political|Science|World

Trump CDC nominee Schwartz set for July 15 US Senate confirmation hearing

Erica Schwartz, President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the U.S.

Trump CDC nominee Schwartz set for July 15 US Senate confirmation hearing
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Stocks, bonds retreat after Trump says Iran MOU 'is over'

Oil surged and stocks and bonds dropped on Wednesday, after U.S.

Stocks, bonds retreat after Trump says Iran MOU 'is over'
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia attacks Kyiv for third time in a week, kills three

Russia fired ballistic missiles at Kyiv overnight and sent jet-powered drones over the city throughout Wednesday, killing at least three

Russia attacks Kyiv for third time in a week, kills three
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Greenland is not for sale, prime minister says after Trump demand

Greenland is not for sale, the island's head of government Jens-Frederik Nielsen said on Wednesday after United States President Donald Trump renewed his demand to control the

Greenland is not for sale, prime minister says after Trump demand
Business|Economy|Political|World

NY Fed says firms in its district aren't done passing on tariff costs 

By Michael S.

NY Fed says firms in its district aren't done passing on tariff costs 
Economy|Education|Political|World

Rahm Emanuel warns that Israel has become a 'territorial pariah' in a blistering speech

Rahm Emanuel, a potential Democratic presidential candidate, warns that Israel is becoming isolated due to its leadership

Rahm Emanuel warns that Israel has become a 'territorial pariah' in a blistering speech
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Farage and Le Pen make the same defiant pitch: Only the people can judge us

Farage and Le Pen make the same defiant pitch: Only the people can judge us

Farage and Le Pen make the same defiant pitch: Only the people can judge us
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

York City Police Commissioner gives more context in officer-involved shooting

York City Police Commissioner gives more context in officer-involved shooting

York City Police Commissioner gives more context in officer-involved shooting
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Brazilian police search former President Bolsonaro's home for weapons

Brazil's federal police searched Jair Bolsonaro's home on Wednesday for any unauthorized weapons, a court ruling showed, but the former president's

Brazilian police search former President Bolsonaro's home for weapons
Election|Europe|Political|World

UK Farage's election gamble could see him face one challenger... Count Binface

A gamble by Nigel Farage, leader of Britain's populist Reform UK, to trigger an election for his own parliamentary seat could mean the only

UK Farage's election gamble could see him face one challenger... Count Binface
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump on Iran: US will probably hit them again Wednesday night

U.S.

Trump on Iran: US will probably hit them again Wednesday night
Crime|Europe|Political|World

France's highest court may rule on Le Pen's appeal by April, before presidential election

France's highest court, the Cour de Cassation, said on Wednesday that it could rule on an appeal lodged by far-right leader Marine Le Pen by early April 2027 at the latest,

France's highest court may rule on Le Pen's appeal by April, before presidential election
Europe|Political|World

Italy's Meloni says no regrets over trying to woo Trump

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Wednesday she did not regret her efforts to forge close ties with U.S.

Italy's Meloni says no regrets over trying to woo Trump
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Venezuela’s acting president is facing her worst crisis yet. Could it help her stay in power?

Venezuela’s acting president is facing her worst crisis yet. Could it help her stay in power?

Venezuela’s acting president is facing her worst crisis yet. Could it help her stay in power?
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

European shares post worst day since March; Trump threat rattles Spanish stocks

European shares posted their steepest one-day drop since mid-March on Wednesday after U.S.

European shares post worst day since March; Trump threat rattles Spanish stocks
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump invokes communism 81 times in two weeks as aides test midterms message

U.S.

Trump invokes communism 81 times in two weeks as aides test midterms message
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump told NATO leaders he wants to keep US in alliance, source says

President Donald Trump told NATO allies he wanted to keep the United States in the alliance at a leaders' meeting in Ankara on Wednesday, a source familiar

Trump told NATO leaders he wants to keep US in alliance, source says
Europe|Political|World

Denmark ready to defend 'every inch of NATO', including Danish kingdom, PM says

Denmark is ready to defend every inch of NATO, including the kingdom of Denmark, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said in Ankara on Wednesday, a day after U.S

Denmark ready to defend 'every inch of NATO', including Danish kingdom, PM says
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Mosque promised in India's Ayodhya settlement scaled back over funding shortfall

By Saurabh Sharma NEW DELHI, July 8 - A mosque project conceived as part of India's Supreme Court settlement of the decades-old Ayodhya dispute is being scaled down to a fraction of what was

Mosque promised in India's Ayodhya settlement scaled back over funding shortfall
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Erdogan urges NATO allies to lift defence industry restrictions at summit

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that NATO allies must lift defence-industry restrictions among them, pressing the case for Ankara to break into some

Erdogan urges NATO allies to lift defence industry restrictions at summit
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Kremlin hails 'important step' as IOC eases Olympic restrictions on Russia

The Kremlin has welcomed as an “important step” the International Olympic Committee’s decision to remove many of its restrictions on Russia, a big step closer to letting it field a full team when Los Angeles hosts the 2028 Games

Kremlin hails 'important step' as IOC eases Olympic restrictions on Russia
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Italian PM Meloni's party proposes swift deportation of foreign offenders

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's right-wing party presented a draft bill on Wednesday to promote the repatriation of convicted foreign offenders and make it easier to

Italian PM Meloni's party proposes swift deportation of foreign offenders
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Why does Trump keep talking about ‘communism’?

Why does Trump keep talking about ‘communism’?

Why does Trump keep talking about ‘communism’?
Business|Education|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

New AP-NORC poll reveals sharp divides among US Jews over Israel and Gaza

A new AP-NORC poll highlights divisions among American Jews regarding Israel

New AP-NORC poll reveals sharp divides among US Jews over Israel and Gaza
Crime|Europe|Political|World

French lawmakers back police shootings law dubbed 'licence to kill' by critics

French lawmakers have approved a proposed law that would give police officers involved in shootings the benefit of the doubt, which critics have dubbed a "

French lawmakers back police shootings law dubbed 'licence to kill' by critics
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

New US attacks on Iran were absolutely necessary, NATO chief says

The new attacks by the U.S. on Iran were "absolutely necessary," NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Wednesday.

New US attacks on Iran were absolutely necessary, NATO chief says
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Hegseth cancels meeting with Netanyahu over possible sale of F-35s to Turkey, source tells Reuters

U.S.

Hegseth cancels meeting with Netanyahu over possible sale of F-35s to Turkey, source tells Reuters
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's actions risk creation of new status quo, Taiwan official says

China's gradually increasing pressure tactics risk creating an entirely new status quo in the Taiwan Strait, which the international community may not realise until it is

China's actions risk creation of new status quo, Taiwan official says
Economy|Education|Political

Both Democrats and Republicans give millions to universities in earmarks – but not in the same way

Democrats tend to give less than Republicans when it comes to earmarked funding for universities – but they give more to minority-serving institutions.

Both Democrats and Republicans give millions to universities in earmarks – but not in the same way
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|World

UN officials urge Western nations to engage with Afghanistan to prevent it sliding into instability

Two top United Nations officials are urging Western nations to engage with Afghanistan to prevent the country from sliding back into instability

UN officials urge Western nations to engage with Afghanistan to prevent it sliding into instability
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US says it has completed a new round of strikes on Iran

The U.S. Central Command said on Tuesday it completed a new round of strikes on Iran and that it had struck over 80 targets during its latest attacks.

US says it has completed a new round of strikes on Iran
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Federal immigration agent fatally shoots man in Houston during an enforcement operation

Authorities say a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a man in Houston during an operation after he attempted to evade arrest in his vehicle

Federal immigration agent fatally shoots man in Houston during an enforcement operation
Crime|Election|Political|US

Succession fight is already underway as calls mount for Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race

Democratic nominee Graham Platner hasn’t resigned from the Maine U.S. Senate race following an allegation of sexual assault

Succession fight is already underway as calls mount for Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race
Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

Healthcare gives Democrats a potent midterms attack line in Iowa and beyond

Shannon Gooden has voted Republican her entire life, including for Donald Trump three times.

Healthcare gives Democrats a potent midterms attack line in Iowa and beyond
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's Senator Bolsonaro argues against 25% US tariff on its exports

Brazilian Senator and presidential hopeful Flavio Bolsonaro on Tuesday argued to the U.S.

Brazil's Senator Bolsonaro argues against 25% US tariff on its exports
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US reinstates sanctions on Iranian oil sales after LNG, oil tanker attacks

The United States on Tuesday re-imposed sanctions on Iranian oil, as a U.S. official warned that Iran's attacks on vessels in the

US reinstates sanctions on Iranian oil sales after LNG, oil tanker attacks
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

Who are the Democratic Socialists of America?

The Democratic Socialists of America, a left-wing political group, is now playing an influential role in the U.S. Democratic Party. 

Who are the Democratic Socialists of America?
Crime|Education|Political|US

Video shows suspect in sniper position as Charlie Kirk shot, prosecutors say

Utah prosecutors played a video on Tuesday that an investigator said showed the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk last year in a

Video shows suspect in sniper position as Charlie Kirk shot, prosecutors say
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Hormuz shipping risk raised to severe after tankers hit, reviving U.S.-Iran tensions

A Qatari LNG tanker was at risk of exploding and a Saudi crude tanker was damaged near the Strait of Hormuz on

Hormuz shipping risk raised to severe after tankers hit, reviving U.S.-Iran tensions
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Judge tosses Trump Media’s $3.8 billion defamation suit against The Washington Post

Judge tosses Trump Media’s $3.8 billion defamation suit against The Washington Post

Judge tosses Trump Media’s $3.8 billion defamation suit against The Washington Post
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Trump administration puts plan for Harriet Tubman $20 bill on ice

The U.S.

Trump administration puts plan for Harriet Tubman $20 bill on ice
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Lawsuit alleges US shared information with Iran about asylum seekers, US denies allegation

A lawsuit filed on Tuesday alleged that President Donald Trump's administration illegally shared confidential information about Iranian asylum seekers

Lawsuit alleges US shared information with Iran about asylum seekers, US denies allegation
MidEast|Political|World

US military launches strikes against Iran, Central Command says

The U.S. military has launched a series of strikes against Iran, U.S.

US military launches strikes against Iran, Central Command says
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Coffin of slain Iranian supreme leader arrives in Iraq's Najaf, Iraqi state TV says

The coffin of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei arrived in Iraq’s holy city of Najaf on Tuesday after funeral ceremonies in Iran, bringing a multi-day

Coffin of slain Iranian supreme leader arrives in Iraq's Najaf, Iraqi state TV says
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Venezuelan volunteers dig graves for quake victims as US defends government relief effort

At the La Esperanza cemetery in western Venezuela, local volunteers have been digging graves for victims

Venezuelan volunteers dig graves for quake victims as US defends government relief effort
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Bottled water business owner appeals detention in Trinidad over alleged PM assassination plot

Businessman Dominic Hadeed and his wife Genevieve filed an appeal on Tuesday against their detention over an alleged plot to assassinate top

Bottled water business owner appeals detention in Trinidad over alleged PM assassination plot
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Protests break out in Havana as Cuba struggles to restore electricity

Scattered protests broke out across Havana on Tuesday evening, with residents banging pots, honking horns and shouting "turn on the lights

Protests break out in Havana as Cuba struggles to restore electricity
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ICE agent fatally shoots motorist in Houston vehicle stop, agency says

A U.S.

ICE agent fatally shoots motorist in Houston vehicle stop, agency says
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Oregon to ask court to delay Paramount deal for 60 days while it reviews records

The Oregon attorney general will ask a court to pause Paramount's $110 billion bid to acquire Warner Bros for 60 days, saying on Tuesday the company withheld records

Oregon to ask court to delay Paramount deal for 60 days while it reviews records
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Latin American countries, some steelmakers argue for US tariff exemptions

Several Latin American countries said on Tuesday they are working to prevent the import of goods produced with forced labor, urging the Trump

Latin American countries, some steelmakers argue for US tariff exemptions
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

El-Sayed and Stevens clash over AIPAC and other takeaways from the Michigan Senate debate

El-Sayed and Stevens clash over AIPAC and other takeaways from the Michigan Senate debate

El-Sayed and Stevens clash over AIPAC and other takeaways from the Michigan Senate debate
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ABC fights back against FCC regulators in dispute over 'The View' and equal time rules

ABC is continuing to fight back forcefully against efforts by federal regulators to reopen the question of whether its popular talk show “The View” is subject to equal time rules

ABC fights back against FCC regulators in dispute over 'The View' and equal time rules
Crime|Political|US|World

Investigator says video shows defendant going onto roof to kill Charlie Kirk

An investigator says the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk strolled Utah Valley University in shorts and a T-shirt and bought a meal at Chick-fil-A on the morning of the conservative activist's assassination

Investigator says video shows defendant going onto roof to kill Charlie Kirk
Americas|Asia|Crime|Political|World

Charges filed against Indian crime boss in assassination that strained Canada-India ties

Authorities have charged the leader of an Indian criminal group in connection with the assassination of a prominent Sikh leader in Canada

Charges filed against Indian crime boss in assassination that strained Canada-India ties
Crime|Political|World

Democratic-led states face backlash over National Guard deployments in Washington

The National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C., has expanded during the country's 250th anniversary of independence celebrations, with troops from Democratic-led states joining the effort

Democratic-led states face backlash over National Guard deployments in Washington
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

The Latest: Video shows Tyler Robinson before and after killing Charlie Kirk, investigators say

The weeklong preliminary hearing for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk has entered its second day

The Latest: Video shows Tyler Robinson before and after killing Charlie Kirk, investigators say
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The Latest: US strikes Iran as Trump meets with NATO leaders in Turkey

The U.S. military has launched a series of strikes against Iranian targets after three merchant ships were struck in the waters off Oman

The Latest: US strikes Iran as Trump meets with NATO leaders in Turkey
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump admin shared confidential information on Iranian asylum seekers as it worked to deport them, lawsuit alleges

Trump admin shared confidential information on Iranian asylum seekers as it worked to deport them, lawsuit alleges

Trump admin shared confidential information on Iranian asylum seekers as it worked to deport them, lawsuit alleges
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Maryland lawmakers to meet in August for special session on redistricting

Maryland lawmakers will meet for a special session next month to consider a constitutional amendment dealing with future congressional redistricting

Maryland lawmakers to meet in August for special session on redistricting
Political|Sports|World

A Cairo coffee house erupts, then goes silent as Egypt’s World Cup run meets Argentina

Egypt's national soccer team has made history by reaching the World Cup knockout stages for the first time

A Cairo coffee house erupts, then goes silent as Egypt’s World Cup run meets Argentina
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Michael Cohen says an unexpected text repaired his relationship with Trump

Michael Cohen says an unexpected text repaired his relationship with Trump

Michael Cohen says an unexpected text repaired his relationship with Trump
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Fact check: Five false claims Trump made in one meeting with Erdogan

Fact check: Five false claims Trump made in one meeting with Erdogan

Fact check: Five false claims Trump made in one meeting with Erdogan
Europe|Political|World

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen to run for presidency despite losing court appeal

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen to run for presidency despite losing court appeal

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen to run for presidency despite losing court appeal
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Kremlin says Russia will follow NATO summit closely

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that Russia would closely monitor the outcome of the NATO summit in Turkey, adding that a series of "confrontational" statements about Russia had

Kremlin says Russia will follow NATO summit closely
Education|Entertainment|Political|Technology|World

Indian court orders government to unblock Cockroach party's X account

An Indian court directed the federal government to unblock the X account of the youth Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Tuesday, more than a month since it went offline

Indian court orders government to unblock Cockroach party's X account
Asia|Crime|Political|World

India's temple trust reshuffles leadership after donation theft scandal

By Krishna N.

India's temple trust reshuffles leadership after donation theft scandal
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan's preparations to face a Chinese attack are not a provocation, senior official says

Taiwan's preparations to deal with a possible Chinese attack are not a provocation, and the island's people need to take the threat seriously and prepare now, a senior

Taiwan's preparations to face a Chinese attack are not a provocation, senior official says
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

China, Japan trade conflicting accounts of confrontation around Senkaku islands

China and Japan reported conflicting accounts on Tuesday of a confrontation near the disputed Senkaku Islands involving their coast guards and a Japanese fishing

China, Japan trade conflicting accounts of confrontation around Senkaku islands
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

NATO to launch strategic airlift fleet of A400M, Rutte says

NATO will launch a strategic airlift fleet of Airbus A400M transport planes and add one aircraft to its existing fleet of A330 MRTT tanker planes,

NATO to launch strategic airlift fleet of A400M, Rutte says
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Canada wants more backers for global defence bank, foreign minister says

Canada wants more countries to back its global defence bank initiative before it announces a roster of founding nations, foreign minister Anita Anand said

Canada wants more backers for global defence bank, foreign minister says
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

France's 2026 deficit target at risk as growth outlook cut, minister says

France is at risk of missing its deficit-reduction target this year as the growth outlook deteriorates and may need to take additional savings measures, Finance Minister

France's 2026 deficit target at risk as growth outlook cut, minister says
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

NATO picks Swedish Saab early-warning planes over US rival

NATO announced a roughly $4.5 billion plan on Tuesday to buy up to 10 Saab GlobalEye surveillance planes to replace ageing AWACS early warning aircraft,

NATO picks Swedish Saab early-warning planes over US rival
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UK will need vast fiscal tightening to avert debt spiral, OBR predicts

Britain will need extra tax rises or spending cuts equivalent to the entire education budget early next decade to prevent government debt

UK will need vast fiscal tightening to avert debt spiral, OBR predicts
Crime|Political|World

Philippines' VP Duterte remains defiant as trial turns to alleged threats against Marcos

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte struck a defiant tone as she made a brief appearance at the Senate on Tuesday, declaring herself "bloodied but

Philippines' VP Duterte remains defiant as trial turns to alleged threats against Marcos
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France's debt burden at risk of snowballing ahead of 2027 election

France's rising borrowing costs are fuelling concern among investors and economists that its €3.5 trillion public debt could spiral higher just as political

France's debt burden at risk of snowballing ahead of 2027 election
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Moldova's Sandu names Osmochescu acting prime minister

President Maia Sandu on Tuesday named Deputy Prime Minister Eugeniu Osmochescu, a

Moldova's Sandu names Osmochescu acting prime minister
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ex-NATO chief says UK may get 'frosty' Ankara welcome in absence of 3.5% plan

Former NATO chief and co-author of Britain's defence plan, George Robertson, criticised the government on Tuesday for not plotting a route to spending 3.5% on core defence

Ex-NATO chief says UK may get 'frosty' Ankara welcome in absence of 3.5% plan
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Kazakhstan's top court says president can seek another term

Kazakhstan's constitutional court said on Tuesday that President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is eligible to seek a new term at the helm of the

Kazakhstan's top court says president can seek another term
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

NATO allies to discuss Hormuz tensions, mission with Gulf Arabs

France and Britain will outline plans for a multinational maritime mission in the Strait of Hormuz at talks between NATO and Gulf Arab foreign

NATO allies to discuss Hormuz tensions, mission with Gulf Arabs
Political|Science|Technology|World

South Korea's Lee eyes cooperation with NATO in arms R&D, production

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Tuesday he hoped his country would expand cooperation with NATO allies in research and development, including in cutting-edge

South Korea's Lee eyes cooperation with NATO in arms R&D, production
Political|US|World

Trump says he thinks war in Ukraine will be settled, 'hopefully soon'

U.S.

Trump says he thinks war in Ukraine will be settled, 'hopefully soon'
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump says he will lift Turkey sanctions, decide on selling F-35s

U.S.

Trump says he will lift Turkey sanctions, decide on selling F-35s
Health|Political|US|World

McConnell speaks to Republican leaders as speculation swirls about his health, remains hospitalized

Senate Republican leaders have spoken to Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell as he remains in the hospital

McConnell speaks to Republican leaders as speculation swirls about his health, remains hospitalized
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sleepless Ukrainians wonder when Russia will strike next

Kyiv resident Diana Bobrovska was so nervous about a new Russian air attack on her neighbourhood after a devastating strike on Monday that she spent a second

Sleepless Ukrainians wonder when Russia will strike next
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

BOJ dissenter Asada needs demand-driven inflation before backing rate hike

Bank of Japan board member Toichiro Asada said he must see signs of demand-driven inflation before supporting interest rate rises, but

BOJ dissenter Asada needs demand-driven inflation before backing rate hike
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump calls Italy's Meloni a 'nice person' but blames her for not helping with Iran

U.S.

Trump calls Italy's Meloni a 'nice person' but blames her for not helping with Iran
Economy|Europe|Political

Burnham ally O'Neill says UK's next leader to be "bolder" on investment borrowing

Economist Jim O'Neill urged Britain's next leader to be bolder on investment borrowing, saying fiscal credibility cannot be judged by a single rulebook.

Burnham ally O'Neill says UK's next leader to be "bolder" on investment borrowing
Crime|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Reactions to French court ruling on Marine Le Pen

A Paris appeals court on Tuesday upheld Marine Le Pen's conviction for misusing EU funds while shortening her ban on running for elected office, potentially allowing the National

Reactions to French court ruling on Marine Le Pen
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology

Greek wiretapping victims sue spyware firm Intellexa for damages

Eight victims of a Greek wiretapping scandal have sued the Athens-based surveillance firm Intellexa SA and individuals believed to be linked to it, seeking €1 million ($1.1

Greek wiretapping victims sue spyware firm Intellexa for damages
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Five NATO members seen to spend over 3.5% of GDP on core defence this year, alliance estimates show

Five NATO members are projected to meet the alliance's goal of spending 3.5% of gross domestic product on core defence already in 2026, according to updated NATO data

Five NATO members seen to spend over 3.5% of GDP on core defence this year, alliance estimates show
Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Ukraine strikes Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers supplying Crimea

Ukrainian drones have attacked a dozen tankers from Russia's "shadow fleet" over the past two days that were delivering fuel to Crimea, Kyiv's military said

Ukraine strikes Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers supplying Crimea
Arts|Business|Crime|Election|Opinion|Political|US

'CatsOnACouch' Instagram account owner sues over exclusion from VP Vance event

A woman who runs several cat-themed social media accounts mocking U.S.

'CatsOnACouch' Instagram account owner sues over exclusion from VP Vance event
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump reiterates at NATO summit that Greenland should be controlled by US, not Denmark

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday Greenland should be controlled by the United States, not Denmark, reaffirming a stance that has caused tensions among NATO

Trump reiterates at NATO summit that Greenland should be controlled by US, not Denmark
Europe|Political|World

EU candidate countries should not expect membership soon, Serbia's Vucic says

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic expressed scepticism on Tuesday about a swift expansion of the European Union, saying he is not optimistic that aspiring new members,

EU candidate countries should not expect membership soon, Serbia's Vucic says
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political

ABC says US TV regulator pushing Trump politics by targeting 'The View'

Disney-owned ABC on Tuesday urged the Federal Communications Commission to reject a proposal to declare its daytime talk show "The View" subject to

ABC says US TV regulator pushing Trump politics by targeting 'The View'
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Ghana delays South Africa meetings over anti-migrant violence

Ghana has postponed bilateral meetings with South Africa that were planned for next month because of a surge in anti-migrant violence in the country, Ghana's

Ghana delays South Africa meetings over anti-migrant violence
Political|Technology|World

Trump says US will lift sanctions on Turkey, heaps praise on Erdogan

President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday he would lift U.S. sanctions imposed on Turkey over its purchase of

Trump says US will lift sanctions on Turkey, heaps praise on Erdogan
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

NATO showcases big arms deals as Trump feels let down

NATO leaders unveiled arms deals worth tens of billions of dollars in Turkey on Tuesday, driving home the message that

NATO showcases big arms deals as Trump feels let down
Europe|Political|World

UK populist leader Farage to quit parliament, seek re-election after gift allegations

Nigel Farage, leader of the populist Reform UK party, said on Tuesday he was standing down to fight again for his place

UK populist leader Farage to quit parliament, seek re-election after gift allegations
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Armenian opposition leader charged with fraud to be held for two months

The leader of a pro-Russian Armenian opposition party was placed in pre-trial detention for two months on Tuesday after being detained on suspicion of large-scale fraud and money

Armenian opposition leader charged with fraud to be held for two months
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

US airlines fuel bills rose by $3 billion in May

Fuel costs for U.S. airlines jumped 85% in May to nearly $6.7 billion as the Middle East conflict drove ‌up prices, the U.S.

US airlines fuel bills rose by $3 billion in May
Business|Europe|Political|World

UK and the Netherlands sign new $3.2 billion maritime partnership

British and Dutch forces will be equipped with new amphibious transport ships under a £2.4 billion ($3.2 billion) maritime partnership signed on Tuesday, the British

UK and the Netherlands sign new $3.2 billion maritime partnership
Europe|Political|World

Nigel Farage takes his 'fight with the establishment' to the voters

Nigel Farage, the self-described troublemaker of British politics, added another twist to his turbulent career on Tuesday by announcing he was resigning

Nigel Farage takes his 'fight with the establishment' to the voters
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK summons senior Iranian diplomat over stabbing of Iranian journalist in London

Britain on Tuesday summoned Iran's Chargé d’Affaires, Tehran's most senior diplomat in London, after two Romanian nationals were given lengthy jail sentences over the

UK summons senior Iranian diplomat over stabbing of Iranian journalist in London
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Bernie Sanders urges Platner to quit Maine Senate race as Democrats vie to succeed him

U.S.

Bernie Sanders urges Platner to quit Maine Senate race as Democrats vie to succeed him
Europe|Political|US|World

See Trump’s shifting blame game on the Russia-Ukraine war

See Trump’s shifting blame game on the Russia-Ukraine war

See Trump’s shifting blame game on the Russia-Ukraine war
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Le Pen says she'll run for French presidency next year despite court-ordered monitor

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen says she’ll run for the French presidency next year despite being sentenced to wear a court-ordered electronic monitor for embezzlement

Le Pen says she'll run for French presidency next year despite court-ordered monitor
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Democrats' narrow path to Senate majority gets rockier as Platner faces sexual assault allegation

A new accusation that Graham Platner once sexually assaulted a woman he was dating has rocked the U.S. Senate race in Maine and cast fresh doubt on Democrats’ path to a Senate majority

Democrats' narrow path to Senate majority gets rockier as Platner faces sexual assault allegation
Crime|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Iran strikes three vessels near Strait of Hormuz as Trump arrives at NATO summit

Iran strikes three vessels near Strait of Hormuz as Trump arrives at NATO summit

Iran strikes three vessels near Strait of Hormuz as Trump arrives at NATO summit
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

NATO unveils billions in arms deals to prove its firepower as Trump again demands Greenland

President Donald Trump insists the United States should control Greenland instead of Denmark, renewing tensions in Europe at a NATO summit

NATO unveils billions in arms deals to prove its firepower as Trump again demands Greenland
Business|Health|Political

Boston nurses strike at Brigham and Women's Hospital could be largest in Massachusetts history

Boston nurses strike at Brigham and Women's Hospital could be largest in Massachusetts history

Boston nurses strike at Brigham and Women's Hospital could be largest in Massachusetts history
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Explosions rock Syria's capital as French President Macron visits

Explosions have rocked Syria’s capital as France’s president is visiting, and the Interior Ministry says at least 18 people were wounded

Explosions rock Syria's capital as French President Macron visits
Political|US|World

Exclusive: Netanyahu tells CNN he opposes US sale of F-35 jets to Turkey as he downplays divisions with Trump

Exclusive: Netanyahu tells CNN he opposes US sale of F-35 jets to Turkey as he downplays divisions with Trump

Exclusive: Netanyahu tells CNN he opposes US sale of F-35 jets to Turkey as he downplays divisions with Trump
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Opinion|Political|Sports

‘We do need to defund the police’: 2020 interviews undermine Abdul El-Sayed’s claim he never advocated for unpopular movement

‘We do need to defund the police’: 2020 interviews undermine Abdul El-Sayed’s claim he never advocated for unpopular movement

‘We do need to defund the police’: 2020 interviews undermine Abdul El-Sayed’s claim he never advocated for unpopular movement
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Lawsuit says US illegally shared confidential information on Iranian asylum seekers with Iran

A lawsuit alleges that President Donald Trump's immigration agencies have shared confidential information about Iranian asylum seekers with the Iranian government

Lawsuit says US illegally shared confidential information on Iranian asylum seekers with Iran
Crime|Election|Political

Pressure mounts on Platner to end Maine Senate bid, including from longtime ally Bernie Sanders

Pressure mounts on Platner to end Maine Senate bid, including from longtime ally Bernie Sanders

Pressure mounts on Platner to end Maine Senate bid, including from longtime ally Bernie Sanders
Asia|Crime|Political|Technology|World

South Korean law targeting 'fake news' takes effect as journalist groups raise concerns

South Korea is enforcing a law that allows steep punitive damages against news outlets and social media influencers for spreading false information as journalist groups warned it could chill public discourse and invite censorship

South Korean law targeting 'fake news' takes effect as journalist groups raise concerns
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US

Former mayor of Mississippi's capital city pleads guilty in bribery scheme

The former mayor of Mississippi’s capital city and a former City Council president have pleaded guilty in a bribery scheme

Former mayor of Mississippi's capital city pleads guilty in bribery scheme
Political|Sports|World

Breaking down 36 disastrous hours for American soccer as World Cup bubble bursts

Breaking down 36 disastrous hours for American soccer as World Cup bubble bursts

Breaking down 36 disastrous hours for American soccer as World Cup bubble bursts
Political

Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to release voter records sought by conservative activist

The Wisconsin Supreme Court has rejected an attempt by a conservative activist to obtain guardianship records in an effort to find ineligible voters in the presidential battleground state

Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to release voter records sought by conservative activist
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

AP-NORC poll: About 3 in 10 US adults believe Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians

A new AP-NORC poll reveals a dramatic erosion of support for Israel, after decades of bipartisan backing

AP-NORC poll: About 3 in 10 US adults believe Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians
Business|Economy|Political|World

Kazakhstan's top court rules that President Tokayev can seek another term

Kazakhstan’s top court has ruled that President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev can seek another seven years in office after a referendum on the constitution reset term limits for the office

Kazakhstan's top court rules that President Tokayev can seek another term
Political|Sports|World

Trump: ‘I asked for a review by FIFA’ of controversial red card

President Donald Trump said Monday that he personally asked FIFA chief Gianni Infantino to review the decision to give a red card and one-game ban to Team USA star striker Folarin Balogun — a remarkable intervention that sparked a torrent of controversy at the World Cup. FIFA on Sunday announced that Balogun would be eligible to play in the Round of 16 against Belgium Monday night, igniting a political firestorm and questions around the integrity of the tournament.

Trump: ‘I asked for a review by FIFA’ of controversial red card
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump promised to cut electric bills in half. His energy policy is doing the opposite, new analysis finds

Trump promised to cut electric bills in half. His energy policy is doing the opposite, new analysis finds

Trump promised to cut electric bills in half. His energy policy is doing the opposite, new analysis finds
Education|Opinion|Political

Democratic socialists aren’t the only young, progressive Democrats dividing the party

How will Democrats in Congress deal with the DSA-affiliated candidates likely to join their ranks in the new year? There are lessons from the tea party’s challenge to traditional GOP values.

Democratic socialists aren’t the only young, progressive Democrats dividing the party
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Why the DOJ is investigating Philadelphia after police stripped gun permits from Black Panthers-inspired group

Philadelphia police revoked the carry licenses of five members of the Black Lion Party for International Solidarity, citing ‘good cause.’ Is that constitutional?

Why the DOJ is investigating Philadelphia after police stripped gun permits from Black Panthers-inspired group
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Rahm Emanuel will assail Netanyahu in Tel Aviv speech as American politics shift against Israel

Potential Democratic presidential candidate Rahm Emanuel plans to deliver a strong message in Tel Aviv about U_S_-Israeli relations being "at a crossroads."

Rahm Emanuel will assail Netanyahu in Tel Aviv speech as American politics shift against Israel
Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Too ugly, too noisy, too… American? France’s great air con debate

Too ugly, too noisy, too… American? France’s great air con debate

Too ugly, too noisy, too… American? France’s great air con debate
Europe|Political|World

Trump mused about cutting troops in Europe by a third to send a message to NATO

Trump mused about cutting troops in Europe by a third to send a message to NATO

Trump mused about cutting troops in Europe by a third to send a message to NATO
Crime|Political

Woman alleges Graham Platner raped her in 2021 while they were dating, which he denies

Woman alleges Graham Platner raped her in 2021 while they were dating, which he denies

Woman alleges Graham Platner raped her in 2021 while they were dating, which he denies
Crime|Election|Political|US

Democrats begin pulling Platner endorsements after Maine candidate faces sexual assault allegation

Politico reports that a woman has accused Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner of sexual assault

Democrats begin pulling Platner endorsements after Maine candidate faces sexual assault allegation
Political|Sports|World

Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses

The United States’ hopes for a deep World Cup run at home ended when Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and assisted on another goal, helping Belgium expose the Americans’ defensive liabilities in a 4-1 win Monday night that earned a quarterfinal berth

Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses
Europe|Health|Political|Science|World

UK sanctions Russians it says developed chemical weapons used to kill Navalny

Britain on Monday imposed sanctions on two Russian research institutes and senior staff it said were linked to Moscow's chemical weapons programme and involved in developing

UK sanctions Russians it says developed chemical weapons used to kill Navalny
Asia|Political|World

North Korea state media says Japan overseas aggression is reality, not hypothetical

A commentary carried by North Korean state media KCNA on Tuesday criticised Japan's military expansion, saying its overseas aggression was "not hypothetical but reality" and

North Korea state media says Japan overseas aggression is reality, not hypothetical
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Japan pushes back on views it is pressuring BOJ to keep rates low

Japan's government on Tuesday pushed back against market views it was watering down its commitment to fiscal reform and pressuring the

Japan pushes back on views it is pressuring BOJ to keep rates low
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Deadly Russian strikes hammer Kyiv on eve of Trump trip to critical NATO summit

Deadly Russian strikes hammer Kyiv on eve of Trump trip to critical NATO summit

Deadly Russian strikes hammer Kyiv on eve of Trump trip to critical NATO summit
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Yacht owners and public housing residents once shared Venezuela's coast. Now they share its ruin

In Venezuela, a devastating earthquake on June 24 has left about 17,000 people homeless

Yacht owners and public housing residents once shared Venezuela's coast. Now they share its ruin
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

France's Marine Le Pen says she will run for president in 2027, appeal her conviction

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen announced on Tuesday that she will run for president in 2027,  after an

France's Marine Le Pen says she will run for president in 2027, appeal her conviction
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US crashes out of World Cup as storm over Trump interference overshadows tournament

The United States tumbled out of the World Cup on Monday, beaten emphatically by Belgium in a match overshadowed by allegations of political interference

US crashes out of World Cup as storm over Trump interference overshadows tournament
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Indonesia, India sign agriculture, critical minerals and missile deals

Indonesia and India on Tuesday signed a raft of deals on critical minerals, agriculture and defence, including for the BrahMos cruise

Indonesia, India sign agriculture, critical minerals and missile deals
Crime|Political|US

Utah investigator identifies Tyler Robinson as suspect in Charlie Kirk case

A Utah state investigator on Monday identified Tyler Robinson in court as the

Utah investigator identifies Tyler Robinson as suspect in Charlie Kirk case
Australia|Political|World

Australia, Solomon Islands vows stronger ties, criticise China's Pacific missile test

Australia and the Solomon Islands pledged on Tuesday to deepen bilateral ties and criticised China's test of a ballistic missile fired from a nuclear-powered

Australia, Solomon Islands vows stronger ties, criticise China's Pacific missile test
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Alberta and Ontario propose a pipeline to carry western Canada's oil to the east

The premiers of Alberta and Ontario have proposed a pipeline to carry western Canadian oil to the country's east as Canada seeks new markets

Alberta and Ontario propose a pipeline to carry western Canada's oil to the east
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Federal judge says Trump’s broad Jan. 6 pardon doesn’t apply to DC pipe bomb suspect

Federal judge says Trump’s broad Jan. 6 pardon doesn’t apply to DC pipe bomb suspect

Federal judge says Trump’s broad Jan. 6 pardon doesn’t apply to DC pipe bomb suspect
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Maine's Democratic Party calls for Platner to drop out of race

Maine's Democratic Party on Monday called for the Graham Platner, its nominee for a U.S.

Maine's Democratic Party calls for Platner to drop out of race
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says a resolution to Ukraine war is 'getting closer' after talks with Putin and Zelenskiy

U.S.

Trump says a resolution to Ukraine war is 'getting closer' after talks with Putin and Zelenskiy
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Democratic Party leaders urge Platner to end Senate campaign amid sexual assault allegations

Democratic Party leaders on Monday called on Graham Platner to withdraw as their nominee to run against Republican U.S.

Democratic Party leaders urge Platner to end Senate campaign amid sexual assault allegations
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Political|US

Former officer describes finding a 'sniper pad' on nearby rooftop after Charlie Kirk assassination

A former campus police officer says he found an apparent “sniper pad” on a gravel rooftop near where Charlie Kirk was assassinated

Former officer describes finding a 'sniper pad' on nearby rooftop after Charlie Kirk assassination
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Trump rings opening bell to mark first day of trading for Trump Accounts

Trump rings opening bell to mark first day of trading for Trump Accounts

Trump rings opening bell to mark first day of trading for Trump Accounts
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The Latest: Prosecutors argue the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk should stand trial

A five-day preliminary hearing for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk has begun in Utah

The Latest: Prosecutors argue the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk should stand trial
Business|Economy|Food|Political|US

Walmart rolls back barbecue staple prices after Trump says retailer acted at his request

Walmart said on Monday it would cut prices on many summer barbecue favorites, including meat, chips, and soda, following a Truth Social post from President Donald

Walmart rolls back barbecue staple prices after Trump says retailer acted at his request
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Democratic AGs oppose Trump plan to impose tariffs on forced labor concerns

A group of 22 Democratic state attorneys general on Monday opposed the Trump administration’s proposed tariffs of up to 12.5% on 59

Democratic AGs oppose Trump plan to impose tariffs on forced labor concerns
Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Egypt coach’s Palestine appeal thrusts World Cup back into political spotlight

Political tensions surrounding the World Cup deepened on Monday when Egypt coach Hossam Hassan used an official FIFA press conference to appeal for support

Soccer-Egypt coach’s Palestine appeal thrusts World Cup back into political spotlight
Political|Sports|Travel|World

The Latest: FIFA appeals judge dismisses Belgium’s legal challenge to lifted suspension of US player

President Donald Trump is responding to global outrage over his intervention with FIFA during the World Cup

The Latest: FIFA appeals judge dismisses Belgium’s legal challenge to lifted suspension of US player
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Ex-civil rights agency commissioner fired by Trump drops lawsuit in wake of Supreme Court ruling

A former Democratic commissioner of one of the country’s top civil rights agencies has dropped a lawsuit challenging her dismissal by President Donald Trump

Ex-civil rights agency commissioner fired by Trump drops lawsuit in wake of Supreme Court ruling
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What to know after FIFA lifts suspension of US star Folarin Balogun

FIFA’s stunning decision to lift the suspension of a star U.S. player riled the host country's World Cup opponent, Belgium

What to know after FIFA lifts suspension of US star Folarin Balogun
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Integrity of World Cup is questioned as Trump, FIFA defend actions surrounding Balogun suspension

With the integrity of FIFA and the World Cup under attack from European soccer leaders, FIFA President Gianni Infantino acknowledged taking a call from President Donald Trump before U.S. forward Folarin Balogun was cleared to play against Belgium later Monday

Integrity of World Cup is questioned as Trump, FIFA defend actions surrounding Balogun suspension
Economy|Health|Political

Obamacare rolls shrank dramatically in many states over the past year, new federal data shows

New federal data reveals the first 50-state look at a steep drop in Affordable Care Act enrollment after enhanced subsidies expired in January

Obamacare rolls shrank dramatically in many states over the past year, new federal data shows
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Toyota to build $3.6 billion Texas plant, shift some truck production from Mexico

Toyota Motor Corp said on Monday it will build a new $3.6 billion auto plant in Texas and shift some truck production to the United States from

Toyota to build $3.6 billion Texas plant, shift some truck production from Mexico
Europe|Political|World

Norway urges China to help bring Russia to Ukraine peace talks

Norway wants China to use its ties to the Russian leadership to help bring about a negotiated settlement to the war in Ukraine and improve Beijing's relations with Europe,

Norway urges China to help bring Russia to Ukraine peace talks
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Trump's pardons for Jan. 6 rioters don't apply to DC pipe bomb suspect, judge rules

A federal judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s mass pardons for supporters who stormed the U.S. Capitol don’t apply to a Virginia man charged with planting pipe bombs near the national headquarters of the Democratic and Republican parties on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot

Trump's pardons for Jan. 6 rioters don't apply to DC pipe bomb suspect, judge rules
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Trump says World Cup referee's red card call was 'horrible' but insists he left outcome to FIFA

President Donald Trump is taking credit for getting FIFA to review a red card issued at the World Cup against the United States’ star forward but says he did not demand an outcome

Trump says World Cup referee's red card call was 'horrible' but insists he left outcome to FIFA
Political|Sports|World

‘I didn’t think it was a foul’: Trump says he asked FIFA president for review of controversial red card

‘I didn’t think it was a foul’: Trump says he asked FIFA president for review of controversial red card

‘I didn’t think it was a foul’: Trump says he asked FIFA president for review of controversial red card
Crime|Political|US

Charlie Kirk’s widow faces his accused killer in court for the first time as prosecutors start presenting evidence

Charlie Kirk’s widow faces his accused killer in court for the first time as prosecutors start presenting evidence

Charlie Kirk’s widow faces his accused killer in court for the first time as prosecutors start presenting evidence
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Britain, Netherlands, Finland, Poland say they are making progress on defence plan

Britain, the Netherlands, Finland and Poland are making "significant progress" on the Multilateral Defence Mechanism planned by the four nations and aim to establish it by

Britain, Netherlands, Finland, Poland say they are making progress on defence plan
Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

'Accidental American' Balogun at crossroads of US, soccer politics at World Cup

Folarin Balogun plays the biggest game of his life on Monday caught in a complex intersection of soccer, identity and U.S. politics, with

'Accidental American' Balogun at crossroads of US, soccer politics at World Cup
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Bank of Israel cuts rates, governor sees more easing as long as inflation behaves

The Bank of Israel cut short‑term interest rates for a second straight meeting on

Bank of Israel cuts rates, governor sees more easing as long as inflation behaves
Arts|Political|Technology|World

Trump says he's building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One

President Donald Trump says he's building a granite helipad on the White House lawn

Trump says he's building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One
Crime|Education|Political

Read texts police say Kirk shooting suspect and former roommate exchanged, which prosecutors could use as key evidence

Read texts police say Kirk shooting suspect and former roommate exchanged, which prosecutors could use as key evidence

Read texts police say Kirk shooting suspect and former roommate exchanged, which prosecutors could use as key evidence
Crime|Political|US|World

ICE sent officers to a man's home over an email. Now he’s suing

An upstate New York resident sued U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for sending federal officers to his house with a warning over an email he sent to the agency’s one-time head

ICE sent officers to a man's home over an email. Now he’s suing
Arts|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

Man with Parkinson's paints 50 capitols for America's 250th birthday

Man with Parkinson's paints 50 capitols for America's 250th birthday

Man with Parkinson's paints 50 capitols for America's 250th birthday
Business|Economy|Political|World

As far right eyes Elysee, French centrists pledge growth-friendly budget restraint

Leading centrist presidential hopefuls are promising corporate France they can tame the public finances without

As far right eyes Elysee, French centrists pledge growth-friendly budget restraint
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

As Khamenei mourners fill Iran's streets, discontent still simmers

Iran's theocratic rulers are mobilising mass crowds of the revolutionary faithful on the streets of Tehran, but behind the display of

As Khamenei mourners fill Iran's streets, discontent still simmers
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says there will either be a deal with Iran or US will 'finish the job'

President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States would either reach a deal with Iran or "finish the job,"

Trump says there will either be a deal with Iran or US will 'finish the job'
Crime|Europe|Political|World

NATO’s Rutte stresses democratic rights after Turkey’s pre‑summit crackdown

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the right to hold demonstrations and media freedom were essential in democracies, when asked about Turkey’s recent crackdown on

NATO’s Rutte stresses democratic rights after Turkey’s pre‑summit crackdown
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Senegal's Faye plans to form his own political party

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is planning to set up his own political party, a coalition supporting him said, the latest evidence of a durable split with his

Senegal's Faye plans to form his own political party
Business|Political|Technology

Trump says Sikorsky to fund White House helicopter landing pad

President Donald Trump said on Monday that Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin subsidiary that builds Marine One helicopters, will fund a new

Trump says Sikorsky to fund White House helicopter landing pad
Political|World

Iranian mourners call for vengeance on Trump during Khamenei funeral procession

Crowds of Iranians marched through the streets of Tehran on Monday in a funeral procession for slain leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the biggest day yet in a week of massive memorial

Iranian mourners call for vengeance on Trump during Khamenei funeral procession
Election|Finance|Political|World

Peru's Sanchez concedes election days after Fujimori declared winner

Peruvian leftist presidential candidate Roberto Sanchez conceded the election to conservative Keiko Fujimori on Monday, days after electoral authorities declared her the

Peru's Sanchez concedes election days after Fujimori declared winner
Business|Europe|Political|World

Dutch to announce over €3 billion in defence deals at NATO forum, minister says

The Netherlands will announce defence deals and plans worth more than €3 billion ($3.43 billion) at a NATO forum in Ankara on Tuesday that precedes a summit

Dutch to announce over €3 billion in defence deals at NATO forum, minister says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

France's Macron visits Syria, in first trip by an EU head of state since Assad toppled

French President Emmanuel Macron landed in Syria on Monday, in the first visit to Damascus by a European Union head of state since rebels

France's Macron visits Syria, in first trip by an EU head of state since Assad toppled
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy: It is 'absurd' that production of missile defence arms cannot meet demand

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy lamented a shortage of arms to defend Ukraine against Russian ballistic missiles on Monday and said it was "absurd" that production could not meet

Ukraine's Zelenskiy: It is 'absurd' that production of missile defence arms cannot meet demand
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Former Afghan ally who died in ICE custody suffered an allergic reaction, death certificate says

A death certificate shows an Afghan national who fought alongside U.S. forces died from an allergic reaction while in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, one day after he was detained

Former Afghan ally who died in ICE custody suffered an allergic reaction, death certificate says
Crime|Political|World

ICE officers warned a New York man after he sent a critical email to the agency’s chief. Now he’s suing

ICE officers warned a New York man after he sent a critical email to the agency’s chief. Now he’s suing

ICE officers warned a New York man after he sent a critical email to the agency’s chief. Now he’s suing
Crime|Political|World

Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee

Hamas says it has dissolved its government in Gaza and is preparing to transfer power to a U.N.-backed technical committee

Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee
Political|World

Hamas dissolves Gaza government, Israel dismisses move as 'stunt'

Hamas said on Monday it had dissolved its de facto government in Gaza and was ready to hand over to a group of Palestinian technocrats — a move it

Hamas dissolves Gaza government, Israel dismisses move as 'stunt'
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says Putin and Trump agreed during weekend call to talk again in 'near future'

The Kremlin said on Monday that Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S.

Kremlin says Putin and Trump agreed during weekend call to talk again in 'near future'
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russian drivers' patience is tested as fuel shortages drag on ​

With a nearly empty tank, Daria's car kept stalling as it inched forward in a long line at a filling station in Russia's Leningrad region which surrounds St Petersburg.

Russian drivers' patience is tested as fuel shortages drag on ​
Environment|Europe|Health|Political|World

French government survives no-confidence vote over heatwave handling

The French government survived a vote of no-confidence in parliament on Monday over its handling of a severe heatwave in late June.

French government survives no-confidence vote over heatwave handling
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump says 500,000 children receive first $1,000 Trump account deposits

President Donald Trump said on Monday the government had deposited the first $1,000 into more than 500,000 "Trump Accounts," a program

Trump says 500,000 children receive first $1,000 Trump account deposits
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Colombia president-elect taps Jorge Eduardo Mora as defense minister

Colombian President-elect Abelardo De La Espriella on Monday said retired Major General Jorge Eduardo Mora will serve as defense minister in his administration, tasked with

Colombia president-elect taps Jorge Eduardo Mora as defense minister
Interview|Opinion|Political|Sports|Technology|World

How FIFA came to its controversial decision on Folarin Balogun

How FIFA came to its controversial decision on Folarin Balogun

How FIFA came to its controversial decision on Folarin Balogun
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Trump says he sought FIFA review of Balogun red card ahead of U.S.-Belgium match

President Donald Trump said on Monday he asked FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review a red card issued to U.S. striker Folarin

Trump says he sought FIFA review of Balogun red card ahead of U.S.-Belgium match
MidEast|Political|World

Mourners throng funeral procession in Tehran for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Mourners dressed in black have flooded into Iran’s capital for a procession as part of the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Mourners throng funeral procession in Tehran for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump rings Wall Street's opening bells as he ties his presidency to stock market gains

President Donald Trump has rung the opening bells for the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq from the Oval Office

Trump rings Wall Street's opening bells as he ties his presidency to stock market gains
Economy|Europe|Political|World

NATO chief demands allies present credible plans to reach defense spending targets

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has demanded that member states present clear plans to meet defense spending targets at their annual summit

NATO chief demands allies present credible plans to reach defense spending targets
Political|World

Netanyahu government challenge to Supreme Court reignites judicial dispute

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government has threatened to fight a Supreme Court order regarding a media regulator, reigniting a judicial dispute that shook Israel

Netanyahu government challenge to Supreme Court reignites judicial dispute
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Armenia hopes it can resolve 'problematic issues' with Russia, PM Pashinyan says

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said on Monday that he hoped the South Caucasus country could mend its relationship with Russia and resolve certain "problematic

Armenia hopes it can resolve 'problematic issues' with Russia, PM Pashinyan says
Education|Political|Sports

‘A huge victory for common sense’: West Virginia Atty General reacts to Supreme Court ruling on transgender athletes

West Virginia Attorney General (R) JB McCuskey reacts to the Supreme Court’s decision Tuesday which ruled that states may bar transgender students from playing on girls sports teams.

‘A huge victory for common sense’: West Virginia Atty General reacts to Supreme Court ruling on transgender athletes
Business|Economy|Political|World

Pakistan mediating Libya unity push as rival camps seek deal, Pakistani sources say

Pakistan has quietly begun mediating between Libya's rival eastern and western power centres, two Pakistani sources said, in a

Pakistan mediating Libya unity push as rival camps seek deal, Pakistani sources say
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Azerbaijan summons Russian envoy over attack on SOCAR fuel station in Ukraine

Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry said on Monday it had summoned Russia's ambassador to protest against what it said was a Russian drone strike on a fuel station belonging to

Azerbaijan summons Russian envoy over attack on SOCAR fuel station in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

‘Shooting ourselves in the foot’: Johnson’s growing crisis over his unruly majority

‘Shooting ourselves in the foot’: Johnson’s growing crisis over his unruly majority

‘Shooting ourselves in the foot’: Johnson’s growing crisis over his unruly majority
Political|World

Hamas says it will dissolve Gaza government as US-brokered ceasefire plan stalls

Hamas says it will dissolve Gaza government as US-brokered ceasefire plan stalls

Hamas says it will dissolve Gaza government as US-brokered ceasefire plan stalls
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump goads Italy's Meloni again on eve of NATO summit

Italy's defence minister stressed the importance of good transatlantic relations on Monday after U.S.

Trump goads Italy's Meloni again on eve of NATO summit
Crime|Political|US|World

Raul Castro's grandson open to negotiations with the US, he tells USA Today

Cuba's Raul Guillermo Rodriguez Castro — the grandson of former Cuban leader Raul Castro —  has said that he is open to negotiating with U.S.

Raul Castro's grandson open to negotiations with the US, he tells USA Today
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Nigeria says two citizens killed as anti-migrant violence surged in South Africa

Nigeria said two of its citizens were killed in South Africa, one of them by police, during a surge in anti-migrant violence, and threatened to take unspecified action

Nigeria says two citizens killed as anti-migrant violence surged in South Africa
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

India's anti-terrorism agency charges LeT founder Hafiz Saeed over Kashmir attack

India's anti-terrorism agency said it filed charges on Monday against Hafiz Saeed, founder of Pakistan-based Islamist militant group Lashkar-e-

India's anti-terrorism agency charges LeT founder Hafiz Saeed over Kashmir attack
Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK's Burnham vows discipline on fiscal rules he may need to bend

Britain's prime minister-in-waiting, Andy Burnham, promises radical change while sticking to the country's fiscal rules, a strategy that needs

UK's Burnham vows discipline on fiscal rules he may need to bend
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Kremlin says Russia-China naval drills are not a threat to other nations

The Kremlin said that joint naval drills between Russia and China which kicked off on Monday in the waters and airspace off the Chinese city ​of Qingdao were not directed

Kremlin says Russia-China naval drills are not a threat to other nations
Arts|Australia|Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Australian PM Albanese apologizes for ‘disrespectful’ comments about Kylie Minogue

Australian PM Albanese apologizes for ‘disrespectful’ comments about Kylie Minogue

Australian PM Albanese apologizes for ‘disrespectful’ comments about Kylie Minogue
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|Technology|World

France softens stance on Turkey SAMP/T air defence sale, sources say

France is open to a possible sale of the Franco-Italian SAMP/T air-defence system to Turkey after years of

France softens stance on Turkey SAMP/T air defence sale, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

ESM sees euro zone recession if US sell-off, new Middle East war hit at once

A renewed Middle East conflict and a U.S. asset sell-off are the two biggest risks to the euro zone, which, if twinned, could tip

ESM sees euro zone recession if US sell-off, new Middle East war hit at once
Political|Sports|US|World

Trump intervention causes World Cup storm as FIFA clears US striker Balogun to face Belgium

The United States' World Cup campaign took an extraordinary turn on Sunday when FIFA suspended striker Folarin Balogun's red-card ban, clearing

Trump intervention causes World Cup storm as FIFA clears US striker Balogun to face Belgium
Business|Economy|Political|World

In race against Lula, Flavio Bolsonaro lobbies Washington to delay Brazil tariff

Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro plans to urge the Trump administration at a Washington hearing on Monday to delay a

In race against Lula, Flavio Bolsonaro lobbies Washington to delay Brazil tariff
Economy|Political|World

NATO defence push already strains Europe's budgets

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will insist at this week's alliance summit that member states are keeping their promise to boost defence spending.

NATO defence push already strains Europe's budgets
Political

Supreme Court ruling may wipe out Democrats' cash advantage in Senate battlegrounds

U.S.

Supreme Court ruling may wipe out Democrats' cash advantage in Senate battlegrounds
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Almost every Russian region hit by fuel crisis, as Ukraine escalates drone attacks

Almost every Russian region hit by fuel crisis, as Ukraine escalates drone attacks

Almost every Russian region hit by fuel crisis, as Ukraine escalates drone attacks
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Political

White House report accuses Smithsonian leadership of radical ideology

White House report accuses Smithsonian leadership of radical ideology

White House report accuses Smithsonian leadership of radical ideology
Political|Science|Technology|World

UN's Guterres warns AI outpacing oversight, urges global rules to protect children

U.N.

UN's Guterres warns AI outpacing oversight, urges global rules to protect children
Europe|Political|World

UK says aircraft carrier approached by Russian plane in Norwegian Sea

Britain said its aircraft carrier in the Norwegian Sea was repeatedly approached by a Russian patrol aircraft, before being escorted away by UK fighter jets, in the latest

UK says aircraft carrier approached by Russian plane in Norwegian Sea
Environment|Health|Political|World

Bodies lie unclaimed and rats run rampant as months on Gaza’s ceasefire remains unfulfilled

Bodies lie unclaimed and rats run rampant as months on Gaza’s ceasefire remains unfulfilled

Bodies lie unclaimed and rats run rampant as months on Gaza’s ceasefire remains unfulfilled
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Malaysian lawmakers to hold hearing on Lynas-U.S. rare earths deal

A Malaysian parliamentary committee will hold a hearing on July 16 to discuss a $96 million rare earths supply deal signed between Australia's Lynas Rare Earths and

Malaysian lawmakers to hold hearing on Lynas-U.S. rare earths deal
Asia|Crime|Election|Political|World

Impeachment trial of Philippine VP Sara Duterte opens in fractious Senate

The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte opened on Monday with prosecutors casting the case as a test of

Impeachment trial of Philippine VP Sara Duterte opens in fractious Senate
Asia|Australia|Economy|Political|World

Australia and Fiji seal a new mutual defense pact in a push to counter China in the Pacific

Australia and Fiji have signed a new bilateral defense alliance in a second major diplomatic win within a year for Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese against Chinese influence in the South Pacific

Australia and Fiji seal a new mutual defense pact in a push to counter China in the Pacific
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine Senate opens the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte

The Philippine Senate has started the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte in a politically volatile event that will unfold against the backdrop of her feud with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Thousands of police officers were deployed to secure the Senate on Monday

Philippine Senate opens the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte
Crime|Political|World

Duterte ally arrested over plunder charge ahead of impeachment trial

A Philippine senator who is an ally of Vice President Sara Duterte was arrested on Monday on a plunder charge, hours before the Senate begins a high-stakes impeachment trial

Duterte ally arrested over plunder charge ahead of impeachment trial
Political|World

Three sons of Iran's slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor

Three sons of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed beside his coffin and those of four other family members on Sunday, but Mojtaba, the son who succeeded him

Three sons of Iran's slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

Australia PM Albanese apologises for crude Kylie Minogue remark

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese apologised on Monday after making a crude remark about singer Kylie Minogue in a comedy podcast interview,

Australia PM Albanese apologises for crude Kylie Minogue remark
Australia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Australia signs major defence alliance with Fiji, seeking to counter China

Australia and Fiji signed a major defence alliance on Monday, committing each country to come to the other's aid if either is attacked, as China seeks to

Australia signs major defence alliance with Fiji, seeking to counter China
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Trump won big spending promises from NATO last year. This week in Turkey, he'll try to enforce them

President Donald Trump will be heading to Ankara, Turkey, for the annual NATO summit

Trump won big spending promises from NATO last year. This week in Turkey, he'll try to enforce them