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A bitter Eid al-Adha in Mali's capital as al-Qaida-linked blockade sends sheep prices soaring

Muslims in Mali's capital, Bamako, face challenges celebrating Eid al-Adha due to a blockade by armed groups linked to al-Qaida

A bitter Eid al-Adha in Mali's capital as al-Qaida-linked blockade sends sheep prices soaring
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards

President Donald Trump's administration has announced a new policy requiring green card seekers to apply from their home countries instead of in the U.S. This change has left many immigrants and attorneys confused and concerned

Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards
Europe|Sports|World

Denmark and former Leicester goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel retiring because of shoulder injury

Denmark and Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel, who was part of the Premier League-winning team with Leicester in 2016 in one of soccer’s biggest shocks, has announced his retirement from soccer because of a serious shoulder injury

Denmark and former Leicester goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel retiring because of shoulder injury
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Paris prosecutors probe alleged foreign smear campaigns in local elections

Paris prosecutors have opened a probe to determine whether three hard-left mayoral candidates were targeted by a foreign state seeking to meddle in

Paris prosecutors probe alleged foreign smear campaigns in local elections
Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo decries 'sharp intensification' of war in Ukraine

Pope Leo on Wednesday decried what he called a "sharp intensification" of the war in Ukraine, telling pilgrims at his weekly audience at the Vatican that he wanted to

Pope Leo decries 'sharp intensification' of war in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Iran war splits global markets into clear winners and losers

Three months since the Iran war began, persistently high oil prices have policymakers grappling with renewed inflation fears, while sliding currencies are a headache for

Iran war splits global markets into clear winners and losers
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German economic council cuts growth forecast as energy prices bite

The German Council of Economic Experts cut its growth forecast for Europe's largest economy on Wednesday, citing the impact of the Middle East conflict,

German economic council cuts growth forecast as energy prices bite
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Investors expect US dollar to break higher as Fed battles inflation

The U.S. dollar, long stuck in a tight trading range, could be in for a break higher as the Federal Reserve shifts its focus to fighting worrisome signs that inflation is

Investors expect US dollar to break higher as Fed battles inflation
Crime|Europe|World

Police at Spain's ruling Socialists HQ as part of probe into ex party official

Police were seeking documents at the headquarters of Spain's ruling Socialist Party (PSOE) on Wednesday as part of an investigation into an

Police at Spain's ruling Socialists HQ as part of probe into ex party official
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European stocks end steady as gains in autos, chemicals offset Iran war uncertainty

European shares ended little changed on Wednesday, holding near record levels reached before the Iran war began, as gains in automobile and

European stocks end steady as gains in autos, chemicals offset Iran war uncertainty
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish opposition party to hold congress once conditions met, chair says

The reinstated chair of Turkey's main opposition party Kemal Kilicdaroglu said on Wednesday the party will hold a congress once legal conditions are met, after a court

Turkish opposition party to hold congress once conditions met, chair says
Crime|MidEast|World

South Korea says attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz likely involved an Iranian missile

South Korea's Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday that an attack on a cargo ship operated by local shipper HMM in the Strait of Hormuz earlier this

South Korea says attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz likely involved an Iranian missile
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Hungary Parliament approves law to maintain membership in International Criminal Court

Hungary's parliament on Wednesday approved legislation to maintain the country's membership in the International Criminal Court, reversing a 2025 decision made by the

Hungary Parliament approves law to maintain membership in International Criminal Court
Health|Science|Sports|World

This year’s World Cup is testing the public health playbook

This year’s World Cup is testing the public health playbook

This year’s World Cup is testing the public health playbook
Europe|Travel|World

The iconic Istanbul hotel which hosted spies, kings and Greta Garbo

The iconic Istanbul hotel which hosted spies, kings and Greta Garbo

The iconic Istanbul hotel which hosted spies, kings and Greta Garbo
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Minneapolis police chief resigns after interfering with an investigation, mayor says

The mayor of Minneapolis says the police chief hired to oversee reforms after George Floyd’s killing has chosen to resign rather than face discipline for interfering with an investigation into his conduct

Minneapolis police chief resigns after interfering with an investigation, mayor says
Crime|Political|World

Deported Cuban migrants are stranded in Mexico after suffering mistreatment in US detention centers, report says

Deported Cuban migrants are stranded in Mexico after suffering mistreatment in US detention centers, report says

Deported Cuban migrants are stranded in Mexico after suffering mistreatment in US detention centers, report says
Environment|Science|Travel|World

In the lowest place on Earth, a sea is rapidly dying — and no one can agree how to save it

In the lowest place on Earth, a sea is rapidly dying — and no one can agree how to save it

In the lowest place on Earth, a sea is rapidly dying — and no one can agree how to save it
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance

Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance

Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?

‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?

‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?
Africa|Americas|Asia|Australia|Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Australian police plan to form a heavily armed team in response to Bondi Beach massacre

An Australian government inquiry has heard that a state police force has worked to form a heavily armed rapid response team since the Bondi Beach shooting

Australian police plan to form a heavily armed team in response to Bondi Beach massacre
Environment|Health|Science|Travel|World

Hantavirus cases from cruise outbreak rise to 13 following new case in Spain, WHO says

The number of cases of Hantavirus linked to a cruise ship at the centre of an outbreak has increased to 13, the head of the World Health Organization

Hantavirus cases from cruise outbreak rise to 13 following new case in Spain, WHO says
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippines launches independent truth panel to probe 'drugs war' killings

A commission was launched in the Philippines on Wednesday led by a former International Criminal Court judge to investigate a bloody "war on drugs",

Philippines launches independent truth panel to probe 'drugs war' killings
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Iran war fallout amplifying Europe's financial vulnerabilities, ECB warns

The Iran war and lingering trade tensions could dent euro zone economic growth, push up borrowing costs and challenge some member states' ability to sustain public

Iran war fallout amplifying Europe's financial vulnerabilities, ECB warns
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU governments clear US trade deal legislation

European Union governments cleared legislation on Wednesday to remove import duties on many U.S. goods, an EU source with knowledge of their meeting

EU governments clear US trade deal legislation
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ's net income falls due to higher interest payments on reserves

The Bank of Japan saw net income fall in fiscal 2025 as rising interest rates boosted payments made on excess reserves parked with the central bank, its

BOJ's net income falls due to higher interest payments on reserves
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greece's leftist firebrand Tsipras makes comeback with new political party

Former prime minister Alexis Tsipras, the leftist firebrand who ran Greece at the height of its debt crisis in 2015, has launched a new political party, promising to fight

Greece's leftist firebrand Tsipras makes comeback with new political party
World

Senior Ukrainian commander sees imminent 'turning point' in war

Ukraine has a six-month window in which to seize the battlefield initiative from Russia and strengthen its hand for peace talks, a senior

Senior Ukrainian commander sees imminent 'turning point' in war
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Fed's Logan: world may need to cut use of oil and natural gas 

The world may need to find a way to get by on less oil and gas if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed much longer due to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, Dallas Federal Reserve

Fed's Logan: world may need to cut use of oil and natural gas 
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sevastopol governor says Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles in attack

Air defence units in the port of Sevastopol in Russian-occupied Crimea downed more than 20 Ukrainian drones early on Wednesday, with Ukraine also using Storm Shadow missiles, the

Sevastopol governor says Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles in attack
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China willing to work with Czech government to improve ties

China is willing to work with the Czech Republic to improve ties and revive a traditional friendship, Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Czech counterpart Petr Macinka, state

China willing to work with Czech government to improve ties
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Amazon invests $20 billion in UK in 2025

Amazon invested over £15 billion ($20 billion) in Britain in 2025, keeping the e-commerce giant on track to deliver its planned £40 billion investment in the three years to

Amazon invests $20 billion in UK in 2025
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Errant Ukrainian drones fuel tensions on NATO's eastern flank

Ukrainian drones have strayed into Baltic countries' airspace in recent weeks, sowing confusion and

Errant Ukrainian drones fuel tensions on NATO's eastern flank
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European stocks set for modest gains as Iran war dampens outlook, poll shows

European shares will struggle to post further gains for the rest of this year, a Reuters poll found, weighed down by the economic hit from the Iran war

European stocks set for modest gains as Iran war dampens outlook, poll shows
Business|Economy|Environment|World

China allows fresh urea exports amid Iran war-fuelled fertiliser crisis, sources say

China has issued export quotas for urea fertiliser, sources with direct knowledge of the matter said, a move that could help ease soaring global prices for one of the world's most

China allows fresh urea exports amid Iran war-fuelled fertiliser crisis, sources say
Health|World

Aid group Samaritan's Purse plans 50-bed Ebola unit in Congo

Christian aid group Samaritan's Purse hopes to open within a week a 50-bed Ebola treatment centre in the area of the outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo,

Aid group Samaritan's Purse plans 50-bed Ebola unit in Congo
Africa|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

In Congo displacement camp, fighting Ebola with sand, oatmeal and one thermometer but no water

There is one handwashing station and one infrared thermometer to fight the Ebola epidemic in this camp for 10,000 displaced people in Bunia, a city at the heart of the outbreak in eastern Congo

In Congo displacement camp, fighting Ebola with sand, oatmeal and one thermometer but no water
Asia|World

Penpa Tsering sworn in for a second term to lead Tibet’s government-in-exile

Penpa Tsering has been sworn in for a second term as the president of Tibet’s government-in-exile based in India

Penpa Tsering sworn in for a second term to lead Tibet’s government-in-exile
Science|Technology|World

NASA lays out moon base plans with landers, buggies and drones at the top of the list

NASA is already ordering landers, rovers and drones for a sprawling moon base, less than two months after the Artemis II mission

NASA lays out moon base plans with landers, buggies and drones at the top of the list
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Kashkari calls for focus on inflation risk, mum on timing of next rate move

The Federal Reserve must focus on containing inflationary risks that appear to be building, though it was "far too soon" to predict when it could next change

Fed's Kashkari calls for focus on inflation risk, mum on timing of next rate move
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Job ad for shepherds goes viral in China exposing labour market strains

Chinese farm owner Zuo Xiaoyong was stunned to see his job ad for shepherds to work in the remote and rugged grasslands south of Mongolia

Job ad for shepherds goes viral in China exposing labour market strains
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China says Panama ties should not be subject to third-party interference, Xinhua reports

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing was ready to deepen practical cooperation with Panama and urged the Central American country to safeguard Chinese firms'

China says Panama ties should not be subject to third-party interference, Xinhua reports
Europe|Political|World

New UK-Poland treaty to focus on defence against Russia, Tusk says

Poland wants the closest possible diplomatic relations with the United Kingdom, focusing on defence against Russia, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Wednesday

New UK-Poland treaty to focus on defence against Russia, Tusk says
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

'Business as usual': Fakes, piracy thrive in Vietnam as US tariff deadline nears

At a sprawling bazaar on the outskirts of Vietnam's capital, the trade in counterfeit goods is bustling despite government crackdowns and

'Business as usual': Fakes, piracy thrive in Vietnam as US tariff deadline nears
Europe|Political|World

Drone incursions sow fear, chaos along NATO's Baltic and Finnish borders

Military drones straying into the airspace of Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are stoking concerns that the war in Ukraine is spilling over into NATO's northern borders with

Drone incursions sow fear, chaos along NATO's Baltic and Finnish borders
Economy|World

Supply shock, debt may hurt central bank independence, ex-Fed executive says

Pressures on central bank independence are likely to grow as public dissatisfaction over supply-shock-driven inflation may tempt politicians to assign blame

Supply shock, debt may hurt central bank independence, ex-Fed executive says
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|World

China executes man for poisoning gaming tycoon linked to Netflix's '3 Body Problem'

Chinese authorities have executed a man for poisoning his former associate, a billionaire gaming tycoon linked to the Netflix production of “The Three-Body Problem.”

China executes man for poisoning gaming tycoon linked to Netflix's '3 Body Problem'
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|World

US has deported thousands of Cubans and Venezuelans to danger in Mexico, Human Rights Watch says

The Trump administration has deported nearly 13,000 Cubans, Venezuelans and others to Mexico, where they face cartel violence and limited legal options

US has deported thousands of Cubans and Venezuelans to danger in Mexico, Human Rights Watch says
Asia|Environment|World

Cave divers race to free 7 trapped underground in Laos as conditions worsen. What to know

Cave divers race to free 7 trapped underground in Laos as conditions worsen. What to know

Cave divers race to free 7 trapped underground in Laos as conditions worsen. What to know
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japan's Nikkei retreats from record high as AI rally sparks caution

Japan's Nikkei share average retreated from a record peak to end nearly flat on Wednesday, as investor caution grew about the fast-paced rally in AI-related

Japan's Nikkei retreats from record high as AI rally sparks caution
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung workers approve pay deal but management still has trying times ahead

Unionised workers at Samsung Electronics have approved a highly contentious deal on bonus pay - one that averts a massive strike but also exacerbates deep

Samsung workers approve pay deal but management still has trying times ahead
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

SK Hynix joins $1 trillion club after Samsung, Micron on AI chip boom

SK Hynix topped $1 trillion in market value for the first time on Wednesday, joining its memory chip rivals Samsung Electronics and

SK Hynix joins $1 trillion club after Samsung, Micron on AI chip boom
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports

U.S.

US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions

The deal Samsung Electronics struck with its union averts a massive strike and gives its memory chip workers eye-popping bonuses.

Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Samsung plans $1.5 billion chip testing plant in Vietnam, document shows

Samsung Electronics plans to invest 39 trillion dong ($1.5 billion) in Vietnam to build a semiconductor testing plant, its proposal

Samsung plans $1.5 billion chip testing plant in Vietnam, document shows
Business|Economy|World

Thai housing demand recovering but outlook clouded by energy shock risks

(Fixes typo in lead paragraph to 'lender,' not 'leader.')

Thai housing demand recovering but outlook clouded by energy shock risks
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Europe's push to break Big Tech's grip tempered by internal debate

European leaders are divided on how far to go in curbing Big Tech as they weigh momentous decisions over giving EU firms preferential access to mobile

Europe's push to break Big Tech's grip tempered by internal debate
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks

Vietnam’s top leader To Lam will visit the Philippines next week, Manila said on Wednesday, as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr seeks to further strengthen his country's

Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Markets cheer, central banks warn

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rocky Swift While markets appear to be looking past the Middle East crisis and the havoc it has wreaked on energy supplies, central bankers

Markets cheer, central banks warn
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Chemical tank rupture in Washington state causes one death, multiple injuries

A chemical tank imploded and ruptured at a Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in the U.S. state of Washington on Tuesday, resulting in one death and nine injuries, while nine others

Chemical tank rupture in Washington state causes one death, multiple injuries
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties, report shows

Hong Kong has overtaken Switzerland as the top global booking centre for cross-border wealth, a first that is unlikely to be reversed as hubs in Asia grow faster than the

Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties, report shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Hong Kong watchdog raids local units of two Chinese brokerages, sources say

Hong Kong securities regulator has raided the local arms of two major Chinese brokerages as it investigates suspected misconduct tied to share offerings, sources said, the latest

Hong Kong watchdog raids local units of two Chinese brokerages, sources say
Entertainment|Sports|World

Victor Wembanyama held to series-low 20 points, Spurs fall in Game 5 of West finals to Thunder

It’s been a very simple formula for the San Antonio Spurs in these Western Conference finals

Victor Wembanyama held to series-low 20 points, Spurs fall in Game 5 of West finals to Thunder
Business|Education|World

LEGO Foundation donates $97 million to bring play-based learning to children impacted by conflicts

The LEGO Foundation has committed $97 million to expand the International Rescue Committee's programs that use play to aid learning and recovery for children in conflict zones

LEGO Foundation donates $97 million to bring play-based learning to children impacted by conflicts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Goldman Sachs lifts S&P 500 year-end target to 8,000 on strong earnings outlook

Goldman Sachs has raised its 2026 year-end forecast for the S&P 500 index to 8,000 from 7,600, citing continued strength in corporate earnings.

Goldman Sachs lifts S&P 500 year-end target to 8,000 on strong earnings outlook
Business|Economy|World

NZ central bank flags imminent hikes to counter energy shock after narrow hold

New Zealand's central bank held rates steady on Wednesday, but a split vote underscored a knife-edge decision, as policymakers warned

NZ central bank flags imminent hikes to counter energy shock after narrow hold
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung's unionised workers in South Korea approve pay deal

Samsung Electronics' unionised workers in South Korea voted to approve a tentative wage deal, the union said on Wednesday, averting a strike that threatened to rattle global

Samsung's unionised workers in South Korea approve pay deal
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia allows central bank, top lender Sberbank to down drones

Russia has passed a law allowing its central bank and other financial institutions to operate their own defence systems and arm staff to repel drone attacks, a document published by

Russia allows central bank, top lender Sberbank to down drones
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ's Ueda warns temporary energy shock could become persistent

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Wednesday central banks should not look at oil prices in isolation because a temporary energy shock can become

BOJ's Ueda warns temporary energy shock could become persistent
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Russia's Putin gifts four Amur tigers to Kazakhstan ahead of visit

Russia has handed Kazakhstan four Amur tigers, two of them cubs, to help the country restore its numbers of the animals, President Vladimir Putin said in an

Russia's Putin gifts four Amur tigers to Kazakhstan ahead of visit
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's April industrial profits grow at fastest in more than two years

China's industrial profits in April grew at the fastest pace since November 2023, despite financial pressures stemming from softening domestic demand and rising component

China's April industrial profits grow at fastest in more than two years
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia consumer inflation slows in April, core creeps higher

Australian consumer prices increased by less than expected in April thanks to a government tax cut on fuel, data showed on Wednesday, while core inflation ticked up as

Australia consumer inflation slows in April, core creeps higher
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US military strike on alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 1, leaves 2 survivors

The U.S. military has launched another strike on a vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one man and leaving two survivors

US military strike on alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 1, leaves 2 survivors
Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea says it tested new warheads, technology and navigation in latest launches

North Korea says its latest launches involved multiple weapons systems, including a nuclear-capable cruise missile that leader Kim Jong Un plans to deploy with front-line units facing South Korea

North Korea says it tested new warheads, technology and navigation in latest launches
Education|Political|US|World

US judge halts West Point faculty speech curbs under Trump-era policy

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked the U.S.

US judge halts West Point faculty speech curbs under Trump-era policy
Science|Technology|World

North Korea tests AI-guided missiles and artillery rockets designed for modern warfare, KCNA says

North Korea has tested a mix of tactical ballistic missiles, artillery rockets and AI-guided precision cruise missiles designed for modern warfare under leader

North Korea tests AI-guided missiles and artillery rockets designed for modern warfare, KCNA says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japan's Nikkei to set record 69,000 in 2027 as blistering rally outpaces peers: Reuters poll

AI exuberance and robust earnings will continue to power Japan's Nikkei to record highs, even as its blistering rally makes it hard for forecasters to keep

Japan's Nikkei to set record 69,000 in 2027 as blistering rally outpaces peers: Reuters poll
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Singapore foreign minister in North Korea on rare trip to two Koreas

Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan met his North Korean counterpart Choe Son Hui on Tuesday in Pyongyang and discussed strengthening bilateral ties, KCNA state

Singapore foreign minister in North Korea on rare trip to two Koreas
Business|Environment|Europe|Finance|World

BP ousts Chair Albert Manifold citing governance and conduct issues

BP's board on Tuesday ousted Chair Albert Manifold and expressed serious concerns about his governance standards, oversight and conduct in the latest leadership

BP ousts Chair Albert Manifold citing governance and conduct issues
Health|Travel|World

Canada, Bahamas imposes Ebola-related travel bans

Canada and the Bahamas said on Tuesday they will temporarily ban residents from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan amid an Ebola

Canada, Bahamas imposes Ebola-related travel bans
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan's corporate service prices rise 3% in April

A key gauge of Japan's service-sector inflation rose 3.0% in April from a year earlier, data showed on Wednesday, reinforcing the central bank's view that a tight labour

Japan's corporate service prices rise 3% in April
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Canada and Germany make liquefied natural gas deal as Carney looks to diversify from US

A person familiar with the matter says Canada has reached a deal to export liquefied natural gas to Germany from a planned Pacific Coast terminal

Canada and Germany make liquefied natural gas deal as Carney looks to diversify from US
Americas|Sports|US|World

Reyna, Berhalter, Zendejas on US World Cup roster, while Luna and Tessmann left off by Pochettino

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino has announced his 26-man World Cup roster

Reyna, Berhalter, Zendejas on US World Cup roster, while Luna and Tessmann left off by Pochettino
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK, Poland to sign defence treaty to tackle Russian threats

Britain will sign a new defence and security treaty with Poland on Wednesday to combat threats, including from an increasingly aggressive Russia, part of Prime Minister Keir

UK, Poland to sign defence treaty to tackle Russian threats
Political|Science|Technology|World

UN Security Council condemns attack on UAE nuclear plant

The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday condemned the attack on Barakah Nuclear Plant in the United Arab Emirates, according to a statement, adding that the 

UN Security Council condemns attack on UAE nuclear plant
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

Brazil senator and presidential contender Flavio Bolsonaro meets Trump at White House

Brazilian Senator and presidential contender Flavio Bolsonaro met with U.S.

Brazil senator and presidential contender Flavio Bolsonaro meets Trump at White House
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Exceptionally early heat wave shatters records and brings deaths in Europe

A spring heat wave is scorching parts of Western Europe, breaking temperature records and triggering government warnings

Exceptionally early heat wave shatters records and brings deaths in Europe
Health|Political|Travel|World

Canada will require self-isolation for people traveling from Congo, Sudan and Uganda due to Ebola

The Canadian government says travelers from Ebola-affected regions will be required to self-isolate for 21 days, while immigration authorities are temporarily suspending decisions on applications from Congo, South Sudan and Uganda

Canada will require self-isolation for people traveling from Congo, Sudan and Uganda due to Ebola
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs

Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs

Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs
Crime|Health|Political|World

Protesters clash with agents outside New Jersey ICE facility. Inside, detainees continue their hunger strike, attorneys say

Protesters clash with agents outside New Jersey ICE facility. Inside, detainees continue their hunger strike, attorneys say

Protesters clash with agents outside New Jersey ICE facility. Inside, detainees continue their hunger strike, attorneys say
Health|Political|World

Israel says it targets new Hamas leader in Gaza as Palestinians report 3 dead

Palestinian hospital officials say Israel has carried out a pair of airstrikes in Gaza City, killing at least three people and injuring 12

Israel says it targets new Hamas leader in Gaza as Palestinians report 3 dead
Health|Political|Science|World

Trump wraps up 3-hour medical visit to Walter Reed and declares 'Everything checked out PERFECTLY'

President Donald Trump has wrapped up a three-hour visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for what the White House describes as preventive medical and dental exams

Trump wraps up 3-hour medical visit to Walter Reed and declares 'Everything checked out PERFECTLY'
Economy|Health|Political|World

The Latest: Iran deal progress is murky after US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes

President Donald Trump insists a peace deal is close on the 88th day of the Iran war

The Latest: Iran deal progress is murky after US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes
Crime|Political|US|World

Southern Poverty Law Center seeks dismissal of 'vindictive' Justice Department indictment

The Southern Poverty Law Center says a Justice Department indictment against the group is part of a “top-down” campaign of retribution against President Donald Trump’s perceived political enemies and represents a vindictive prosecution that must be dismissed

Southern Poverty Law Center seeks dismissal of 'vindictive' Justice Department indictment
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|World

US Justice Department sues UCLA alleging antisemitic educational environment

The U.S.

US Justice Department sues UCLA alleging antisemitic educational environment
Business|Economy|Environment|World

US and Thailand speed LNG talks as war hits Qatar exports, sources say

The U.S. and Thailand are in talks on new long-term supply of U.S.-produced liquefied natural gas, two sources said on Tuesday, negotiations that have

US and Thailand speed LNG talks as war hits Qatar exports, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|World

US to keep tariffs on USMCA countries, issues with Canada 'significant', Greer says

The Trump administration intends to maintain tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada, U.S.

US to keep tariffs on USMCA countries, issues with Canada 'significant', Greer says
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

NTSB wants FAA to revise runway safety assessments during heavy rainfall

The U.S.

NTSB wants FAA to revise runway safety assessments during heavy rainfall
Political|Technology|World

Republican attorneys general split with House party members over US social media bill

More than a dozen Republican attorneys general said they oppose a children's online safety bill backed by their party's members of the U.S.

Republican attorneys general split with House party members over US social media bill
Business|Crime|Environment|Travel|World

Tanker reports external explosion off Oman coast, crew safe, UKMTO says

United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said on Tuesday that a tanker had reported an external explosion on the vessel's port side, close to the waterline, 60 nautical

Tanker reports external explosion off Oman coast, crew safe, UKMTO says
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire

Iran said on Tuesday the United States had violated a ceasefire by striking targets near the contested Strait of Hormuz, potentially complicating efforts to bring the war to a close

Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US to seek public comment on Chinese goods eligible for tariff cuts

U.S.

US to seek public comment on Chinese goods eligible for tariff cuts
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Volvo Cars wins US approval to keep importing vehicles with 'connected car' technology

(Corrects identifier RIC for Geely Holding in lead paragraph.)

Volvo Cars wins US approval to keep importing vehicles with 'connected car' technology
Business|Science|Technology|World

US Space Force awards SpaceX $2.29 billion contract for military space data network

The U.S.

US Space Force awards SpaceX $2.29 billion contract for military space data network
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop media leaks

The Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a continuing crackdown on leaks to the media

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop media leaks
Travel|World

Muslim pilgrims converge on Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia as the Hajj reaches its peak

Muslim pilgrims have gathered on Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia for the second day of the Hajj, considered the pinnacle of the annual pilgrimage

Muslim pilgrims converge on Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia as the Hajj reaches its peak
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Another surge for Micron, Wall Street's latest $1 trillion company, sends US stocks to records

The U.S. stock market rose to records as it caught up with climbs for others around the world from the day before, when President Donald Trump said negotiations were “proceeding nicely” with Iran on ending their war

Another surge for Micron, Wall Street's latest $1 trillion company, sends US stocks to records
Arts|Environment|Europe|Sports|World

Sabalenka's necklaces sparkle in the sun during French Open win. Gauff, Osaka, Sinner advance

Aryna Sabalenka’s diamonds sparkled in the sunshine when she won her first-round match at the heat-soaked French Open

Sabalenka's necklaces sparkle in the sun during French Open win. Gauff, Osaka, Sinner advance
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq traded near record levels on Tuesday, after briefly hitting fresh intraday highs, as AI-fueled optimism

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club
MidEast|Political|World

China says it hopes Iran war parties can meet each other halfway

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday he hoped parties in the Iran conflict can stay committed to pursuing a ceasefire and continue to meet each other halfway.

China says it hopes Iran war parties can meet each other halfway
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump's redistricting push suffers setbacks in Alabama, South Carolina

President Donald Trump's push for Republican-led states to draw electoral maps more favorable to his party ahead of November's midterm elections suffered twin setbacks

Trump's redistricting push suffers setbacks in Alabama, South Carolina
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Portugal police say operation breaks up large-scale illegal immigration network

Portuguese police said on Tuesday that the authorities have dismantled a criminal group allegedly responsible for illegally trying to regularise the status of around 4,000

Portugal police say operation breaks up large-scale illegal immigration network
Business|Crime|Economy|Health|World

FAA proposes fining Alaska Airlines $165,000 over allowing intoxicated passengers to board

The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday proposed fining Alaska Airlines $165,000 for allegedly allowing intoxicated passengers to board

FAA proposes fining Alaska Airlines $165,000 over allowing intoxicated passengers to board
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel attacks Hamas' new armed wing chief, Netanyahu says

Israel said on Tuesday it had attacked Hamas’ new armed wing chief, who it said was appointed just days earlier after Israel

Israel attacks Hamas' new armed wing chief, Netanyahu says
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans

U.S.

Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel pounds Lebanon with strikes, expands ground operations past security zone

Israel pounded Lebanon with more than 120 air strikes on Tuesday in one of the heaviest days of bombing in weeks, Lebanese security sources said, as Israeli Prime

Israel pounds Lebanon with strikes, expands ground operations past security zone
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq nab record closing highs, WTI crude falls on hopes for Iran peace deal

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq advanced on Tuesday, parting ways with their European counterparts, and falling West Texas Intermediate crude prices diverged

S&P 500, Nasdaq nab record closing highs, WTI crude falls on hopes for Iran peace deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brent crude jumps 4%, as US strikes in Iran set back hopes for Hormuz re-opening

Brent crude futures climbed about 4% on Tuesday after the U.S. military carried out strikes in Iran, a setback to hopes over the weekend that the United

Brent crude jumps 4%, as US strikes in Iran set back hopes for Hormuz re-opening
Health|Science|World

US CDC seeks staff for Ebola screening as outbreak response expands

The U.S.

US CDC seeks staff for Ebola screening as outbreak response expands
Economy|Political|Technology|World

Iranians emerge online with skepticism and defiance after months of blackout

Iranians emerge online with skepticism and defiance after months of blackout

Iranians emerge online with skepticism  and defiance after months of blackout
Sports|World

Women's soccer star Alexia Putellas leaves Barcelona after 14 seasons

Two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas is leaving Barcelona after 14 seasons

Women's soccer star Alexia Putellas leaves Barcelona after 14 seasons
Business|Lifestyle|Sports|World

PWHL expansion upends the job market for coaches and GMs as Hockey Canada starts search

Hockey Canada has announced that general manager Gina Kingsbury will not return after eight years with the national women’s team

PWHL expansion upends the job market for coaches and GMs as Hockey Canada starts search
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Three UK teens convicted of rape walked free. After a nationwide outcry their sentences will be reviewed

Three UK teens convicted of rape walked free. After a nationwide outcry their sentences will be reviewed

Three UK teens convicted of rape walked free. After a nationwide outcry their sentences will be reviewed
Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and begins restoring internet after long shutdown

Iran has denounced the most recent U.S. strikes as a sign of bad faith as negotiations press on toward a possible deal to end the war

Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and begins restoring internet after long shutdown
Sports|World

US beats Austria to set up a quarterfinal against unbeaten Canada at ice hockey worlds

The United States set up a quarterfinal showdown with rival Canada at the ice hockey world championship by beating Austria 4-1

US beats Austria to set up a quarterfinal against unbeaten Canada at ice hockey worlds
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Dollar climbs as US strikes on Iran dent ceasefire optimism

The dollar edged higher against major currencies including the euro and yen on Tuesday, after renewed U.S. strikes on Iran dented optimism for a near-term

Dollar climbs as US strikes on Iran dent ceasefire optimism
Africa|Political|US|World

Trump administration raises US refugee cap, but only for white South Africans

President Trump has announced that the U.S. is admitting 10,000 additional white South Africans as refugees, citing persecution in their home country

Trump administration raises US refugee cap, but only for white South Africans
Business|Political|US|World

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal workers to crack down on leaks to journalists

U.S.

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal workers to crack down on leaks to journalists
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japan set to start trade talks with Mercosur, Nikkei reports

Japan is set to begin talks with South American trade bloc Mercosur on an economic partnership to seek alternative oil sources, critical minerals and lower auto tariffs, the Nikkei

Japan set to start trade talks with Mercosur, Nikkei reports
Economy|Political|World

How far have the U.S. and Iran got towards ending the Iran war?

The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to extend a ceasefire, allow shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and lift a U.S. blockade and some sanctions on

How far have the U.S. and Iran got towards ending the Iran war?
Environment|World

Solemn 75-mile walk honors migrants who died crossing the Sonoran Desert into the US

Solemn 75-mile walk honors migrants who died crossing the Sonoran Desert into the US

Solemn 75-mile walk honors migrants who died crossing the Sonoran Desert into the US
Election|Political|US|World

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices
Crime|Education|Europe|World

A rare public trial opens in Paris child abuse case as parents seek a national wake-up call

Parents’ groups in France are calling for more attention to child abuse scandals as a rare public trial opens in Paris

A rare public trial opens in Paris child abuse case as parents seek a national wake-up call
Business|Crime|Education|Europe|World

Belgian train hits school minivan, killing four including pupils

A train crashed into a school minivan at a level-crossing in the Belgian town of Buggenhout on

Belgian train hits school minivan, killing four including pupils
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Trial of ex-FBI chief Comey over alleged seashell threat moved to October

A U.S. judge on Tuesday pushed back to October 21 the trial of former FBI Director James Comey over a social media post of seashells that prosecutors allege was a threat

Trial of ex-FBI chief Comey over alleged seashell threat moved to October
Health|US|World

Trump declares himself in perfect health after physical exam

U.S.

Trump declares himself in perfect health after physical exam
Europe|Political|World

U.N.'s Guterres 'deeply concerned' by Moscow plan for Kyiv strikes

U.N.

U.N.'s Guterres 'deeply concerned' by Moscow plan for Kyiv strikes
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BofA expects at least 10 Brazilian IPOs in 2027

Bank of America expects at least 10 initial public offerings (IPOs) by Brazilian companies in 2027, executives told reporters on Tuesday.

BofA expects at least 10 Brazilian IPOs in 2027
Business|Economy|Political|Science|World

Russia and Kazakhstan will sign nuclear power deal during Putin trip, Kremlin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin will oversee the signing of a deal outlining parameters for the construction of a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan

Russia and Kazakhstan will sign nuclear power deal during Putin trip, Kremlin says
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Starlink and Amazon may be able to buy into EU mobile satellite spectrum plan

Elon Musk's Starlink and Amazon's low-earth-orbit satellite business may be able to acquire some European mobile satellite spectrum next year, two people

Starlink and Amazon may be able to buy into EU mobile satellite spectrum plan
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Inflation worries weigh on US consumer confidence in May

U.S. consumer confidence eased in May as worries about inflation linked to the war in Iran intensified and households' views of the labor market were

Inflation worries weigh on US consumer confidence in May
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Brent crude jumps 4% as US strikes in Iran fuel Hormuz shipping fears

Brent crude futures climbed about 4% on Tuesday after the U.S. military carried out strikes in Iran, adding to uncertainty over whether a deal would be

Brent crude jumps 4% as US strikes in Iran fuel Hormuz shipping fears
Business|Technology|World

Israel's Elbit developing hardware to combat Hezbollah drones, CEO says

Israel's largest defence contractor is developing hardware to combat explosive Hezbollah drones that have killed Israeli troops in southern Lebanon,

Israel's Elbit developing hardware to combat Hezbollah drones, CEO says
Political|Sports|US|World

US Supreme Court turns away NFL bid to move Black coach's bias claims into arbitration

The U.S.

US Supreme Court turns away NFL bid to move Black coach's bias claims into arbitration
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU queries Czech PM's moves to tackle conflicts of interest

The European Commission has asked the Czech government for information on arrangements designed to prevent conflicts of interest over EU subsidies linked to companies in the

EU queries Czech PM's moves to tackle conflicts of interest
Political|World

Veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day

Veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day

Veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war

As U.S. kamikaze drones guided by Elon Musk’s Starlink network began to make visible gains in the war against Iran, senior SpaceX officials reached a

Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

US picks potential partners for using Cold War-era plutonium as fuel

The U.S. said on Tuesday it had chosen five companies, including Oklo, to enter advanced talks over potentially using its Cold War-era plutonium as a

US picks potential partners for using Cold War-era plutonium as fuel
Business|Education|Political|US|World

Supreme Court sides with Trump in fight tied to speech curbs on immigration judges

The U.S.

Supreme Court sides with Trump in fight tied to speech curbs on immigration judges
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK targets Russian crypto networks in latest sanctions

Britain on Tuesday targeted Russia-linked cryptocurrency platforms, banks and financial networks that it said were used to bypass sanctions, freezing their

UK targets Russian crypto networks in latest sanctions
Europe|Health|Travel|World

The cruise ship at center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak has to undergo extra cleaning

A cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak is undergoing further cleaning before it returns to its home port

The cruise ship at center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak has to undergo extra cleaning
Europe|Political|World

EU and member states summon Russian envoys after Moscow tells foreigners to leave Kyiv

Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, Poland and the European Union summoned Russian representatives on Tuesday after Russia threatened strikes on targets in Ukraine's capital

EU and member states summon Russian envoys after Moscow tells foreigners to leave Kyiv
Environment|Political|Science|World

Remnants of Assad's chemical weapons program recovered, Syrian official says

Syria's transitional leadership has located remnants of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's clandestine chemical weapons program, including raw

Remnants of Assad's chemical weapons program recovered, Syrian official says
Business|Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

US FDA advisers to weigh updating 2026-27 COVID vaccines for XFG variant

Advisers to the U.S.

US FDA advisers to weigh updating 2026-27 COVID vaccines for XFG variant
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Oil giant BP ousts new chairman over 'conduct' and shares slide

BP has ousted its chairman over what it called serious concerns related to “important governance standards, oversight and conduct.”

Oil giant BP ousts new chairman over 'conduct' and shares slide
Crime|Europe|World

A train collides with a minibus of children in Belgium and 4 people are dead

A train traveling at high speed hit a minibus crossing a railway in Belgium, killing four people, including two children, and injuring five other children

A train collides with a minibus of children in Belgium and 4 people are dead
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

As US stock market hits new highs, 2 of 3 Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows

U.S. consumer confidence declined slightly this month as gas prices stayed high and inflation remained elevated, a sharp contrast to soaring stock prices that have neared record levels

As US stock market hits new highs, 2 of 3 Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows
Crime|Europe|World

Four killed as Belgian school bus hit by train after appearing to plow through barrier

Four killed as Belgian school bus hit by train after appearing to plow through barrier

Four killed as Belgian school bus hit by train after appearing to plow through barrier
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Doncasters reveals 26% revenue jump in US IPO filing as defense listings run hot

Doncasters filed for a U.S. initial public offering on Tuesday, disclosing a 26% revenue jump in the first three months of 2026 as a red-hot streak of new

Doncasters reveals 26% revenue jump in US IPO filing as defense listings run hot
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

US and Armenia sign partnership agreement ahead of Armenian election

U.S.

US and Armenia sign partnership agreement ahead of Armenian election
Business|Science|Technology|World

India prepares interim, not final, report as Air India crash anniversary nears, source says

Indian officials investigating last year's deadly Air India crash are preparing an interim report rather than a final

India prepares interim, not final, report as Air India crash anniversary nears, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US single-family home prices edge up in March, FHFA says

U.S. single-family house prices edged up in March, but further increases are unlikely as the war with Iran pushes mortgage rates higher, dampening housing demand.

US single-family home prices edge up in March, FHFA says
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says

The persistence of energy price shocks will be a key factor guiding the European Central Bank's next policy decision, Dutch central bank chief

Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says
Business|Environment|Health|World

Hidden tunnels, fake doors: China probes mining tragedy that killed 82

Unmarked tunnels, missing trackers and fake doors have been uncovered during an initial probe into the deadliest mining tragedy in China in over

Hidden tunnels, fake doors: China probes mining tragedy that killed 82
Business|Economy|Environment|World

BP ousts Chair Manifold over governance and conduct issues

BP has removed Chairman Albert Manifold with immediate effect, it said on Tuesday, citing governance standards, oversight and conduct issues just months after he was appointed to

BP ousts Chair Manifold over governance and conduct issues
Business|Economy|World

Senegal's ousted prime minister Sonko elected parliament speaker

Senegal's parliament elected Ousmane Sonko as its speaker on Tuesday, days after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye fired him as prime minister

Senegal's ousted prime minister Sonko elected parliament speaker
Europe|Political|World

NATO to beef up forces assigned to defend Baltics in war, sources say

NATO will strengthen the defence of its eastern flank with a new structure that would facilitate the rapid deployment of

NATO to beef up forces assigned to defend Baltics in war, sources say
Political|US|World

Rubio aide Mike Needham promoted to top White House national security post, source says

U.S.

Rubio aide Mike Needham promoted to top White House national security post, source says
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine expects NATO summit to discuss funding despite trouble securing backing, envoy says

Ukraine's ambassador to Turkey said he expects NATO to discuss financial support for Kyiv at its summit in July, suggesting each member contributes a small

Ukraine expects NATO summit to discuss funding despite trouble securing backing, envoy says
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

US plans to cut strategic bombers and warships available to NATO in a crisis, Spiegel reports

The U.S. intends to significantly reduce military contributions available to assist European allies in a crisis, including fighter jets, warships and mid-air refuelling aircraft,

US plans to cut strategic bombers and warships available to NATO in a crisis, Spiegel reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall St gains at open as AI optimism overshadows Middle East risks

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Tuesday, with AI-fueled optimism overshadowing concerns over Middle East peace talks after recent U.S. strikes on Iran.

Wall St gains at open as AI optimism overshadows Middle East risks
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

War-weary Kyiv residents defiant over Russian threat of new strikes

Kyiv residents and foreign embassies are shrugging off Moscow's threat of a wave of heavy strikes on the Ukrainian capital as nothing new after years of war

War-weary Kyiv residents defiant over Russian threat of new strikes
Americas|Political|Travel|World

Pope "very likely" to come to Argentina in November, president says

Pope Leo is "very likely" to visit Argentina in November, President Javier Milei said on local radio station Radio Mitre on Tuesday.

Pope "very likely" to come to Argentina in November, president says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Critics give Ferrari Luce EV a cool response, shares fall

Ferrari shares plunged by more than 8% on Tuesday as investors and critics reacted coolly to the Italian luxury sports

Critics give Ferrari Luce EV a cool response, shares fall
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as AI optimism outweighs Middle East risks

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq traded near record highs on Tuesday, with AI-fueled optimism offsetting concerns over Middle East peace talks after

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as AI optimism outweighs Middle East risks
Crime|Europe|World

Czech police free Russian Orthodox cleric detained over white substance in car

A Russian Orthodox cleric has been released without charge by authorities in the Czech Republic after being detained when police found small containers of white powder in his car.

Czech police free Russian Orthodox cleric detained over white substance in car
Environment|Health|Sports|World

Casper Ruud says sweltering conditions made him feel like a ‘zombie’ as he reaches French Open 2nd round

Casper Ruud says sweltering conditions made him feel like a ‘zombie’ as he reaches French Open 2nd round

Casper Ruud says sweltering conditions made him feel like a ‘zombie’ as he reaches French Open 2nd round
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants

The Supreme Court has rejected Florida’s long shot attempt to sue California and Washington over the issuance of commercial driver licenses to truckers who don’t speak English and are not authorized to be in the United States

Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants
Crime|Entertainment|US|World

George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis 6 years ago. Here's how family and residents are honoring him.

George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis 6 years ago. Here's how family and residents are honoring him.

George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis 6 years ago. Here's how family and residents are honoring him.
Environment|Health|Science|World

‘Mind-bogglingly crazy’: Europe’s deadly, early heatwave is smashing records

‘Mind-bogglingly crazy’: Europe’s deadly, early heatwave is smashing records

‘Mind-bogglingly crazy’: Europe’s deadly, early heatwave is smashing records
Business|Environment|World

BP ousts chairman over ‘serious concerns’ about his conduct

BP ousts chairman over ‘serious concerns’ about his conduct

BP ousts chairman over ‘serious concerns’ about his conduct
Education|Opinion|Sports|World

The 1994 World Cup helped rescue ‘the beautiful game’ from mediocrity. On its return to the US, expect more of that beauty

Global soccer was in the doldrums in the early 1990s – with poor ethics and boring defensive tactics. Then FIFA set about changing the game.

The 1994 World Cup helped rescue ‘the beautiful game’ from mediocrity. On its return to the US, expect more of that beauty
Africa|Crime|Environment|World

Argentina seizes 700 trafficked marine animals shipped from Kenya

Argentine authorities have seized more than 700 marine animals trafficked from Kenya in a major wildlife trafficking bust at Buenos Aires’ Ezeiza International Airport

Argentina seizes 700 trafficked marine animals shipped from Kenya
Crime|Environment|World

Sheep theft ruins Eid festivities for Palestinian shepherd

Palestinian shepherd Sameeha Rasheed was planning for the sacred ritual of sacrificing her family's sheep for the Eid al-Adha holiday, one

Sheep theft ruins Eid festivities for Palestinian shepherd
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Firebrand PM's ouster complicates Senegal IMF talks, heightens bondholder risk

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's dismissal of a government headed by a firebrand critic of the International Monetary Fund gives fresh

Firebrand PM's ouster complicates Senegal IMF talks, heightens bondholder risk
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Advent, ADIA-backed gas engine maker Innio targets $20.3 billion valuation in US IPO

Gas engine manufacturer Innio said on Tuesday it was targeting a valuation of up to $20.25 billion in a U.S. initial public offering, as it looks to tap investor appetite for

Advent, ADIA-backed gas engine maker Innio targets $20.3 billion valuation in US IPO
Africa|Crime|Political|World

South African president seeks to clear his name over cash-in-sofa scandal

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa sought to clear his name over a scandal in which bundles of cash were stolen from a

South African president seeks to clear his name over cash-in-sofa scandal
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russian business to Putin: we need heavier weapons for drone defence

Russian companies are ready to finance the purchase of heavier weapons and electronic systems to defend their plants from drone attacks, Alexander Shokhin, head of Russia's

Russian business to Putin: we need heavier weapons for drone defence
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India's fifth spot in global market cap list under threat as Taiwan closes in

India's position as the fifth-largest global market by capitalisation is under threat as Taiwan closes in on the South Asian nation's spot,

India's fifth spot in global market cap list under threat as Taiwan closes in
Business|Health|Science|Technology|World

China pharma industry not impacted by Beijing scrutiny of sensitive tech deals, JW chief says

China's booming pharmaceutical industry is not being impacted by Beijing's tightening scrutiny over deals involving sensitive technologies, the CEO of JW

China pharma industry not impacted by Beijing scrutiny of sensitive tech deals, JW chief says
Environment|Health|World

Seven die in France from causes relating to heat wave

Seven people have died in France directly or indirectly due to a heat wave, Junior Energy Minister Maud Bregeon said on Tuesday, which has become the hottest day in May

Seven die in France from causes relating to heat wave
Crime|US|World

This interpreter helped migrants navigate immigration court. Then she was detained by DHS

This interpreter helped migrants navigate immigration court. Then she was detained by DHS

This interpreter helped migrants navigate immigration court. Then she was detained by DHS
Crime|Technology|World

Iranian hackers responsible for Los Angeles transit system breach, Israeli researchers say

Iranian hackers were responsible for a disruptive computer breach in March that forced Los Angeles' transit system to shut down parts of its network, Israeli researchers say.

Iranian hackers responsible for Los Angeles transit system breach, Israeli researchers say
Economy|Environment|Health|Travel|World

Search continues for 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos

A search operation for seven villagers trapped inside a flooded cave in central Laos has entered its seventh day as rescuers encounter difficult terrain and weather in their bid to reach the group

Search continues for 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos
Science|Technology|World

Russia can falsify GPS signals deep into Europe, Lithuania says

Russia can falsify GPS signals deep into Europe at a radius of up to 450km (280 miles) from its Kaliningrad exclave due to hugely-expanded capacity, a

Russia can falsify GPS signals deep into Europe, Lithuania says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Iran war dims hopes for German economic recovery, surveys show

The war in Iran is choking off hopes of an economic recovery in Germany that had emerged at the beginning of the year, with businesses assessing their situation as

Iran war dims hopes for German economic recovery, surveys show
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Wrong sort of 'boom' to start the week

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets After a long weekend in the United States and many other countries,

Wrong sort of 'boom' to start the week
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump claims 2020 election 'rigged' at least 107 times in six months as midterms loom

President Donald Trump has repeated his false claim that the 2020 election was stolen from him at least 107 times in the last six months, keeping the

Trump claims 2020 election 'rigged' at least 107 times in six months as midterms loom
Asia|Environment|World

'Not far away': rescue team confident of reaching 7 trapped for days in Laos cave

A rescue team racing to save seven people trapped for days in a cave in Laos is getting closer to reaching them, the head of the operation said, after breaking through 15 m (16

'Not far away': rescue team confident of reaching 7 trapped for days in Laos cave
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

UK CBI retail data recovers from record low, consumer demand still weak

British retailers reported lower sales in May against a backdrop of weak demand, but not the record downturn they had reported a month earlier, according to figures released

UK CBI retail data recovers from record low, consumer demand still weak
Business|Economy|Finance|World

How Trump's bank regulators are paring back supervision

Republican President Trump's regulators are undertaking the biggest overhaul of bank supervision since the 2008 financial crisis.

How Trump's bank regulators are paring back supervision
Business|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Colonial-era New Delhi club ordered to move, sparking debate on India's elites

One of India's most exclusive private clubs founded during British colonial rule risks closure after the government ordered it to vacate the prime New

Colonial-era New Delhi club ordered to move, sparking debate on India's elites
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Ireland to ban goods from Israeli settlements in West Bank by July

Ireland aims to pass a law curbing goods trade with settlements in the Israeli-occupied West Bank by mid-July with Israel, some U.S. lawmakers and business groups opposing

Ireland to ban goods from Israeli settlements in West Bank by July
Europe|World

Russia maintains attacks on Ukraine, as Kyiv is warned to brace for a possible major barrage

Ukraine’s air force says Russia launched over 100 drones and two ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight

Russia maintains attacks on Ukraine, as Kyiv is warned to brace for a possible major barrage
Health|Political|Science|World

Trump’s advanced age and threats to his life serve as reminders of his own mortality

Trump’s advanced age and threats to his life serve as reminders of his own mortality

Trump’s advanced age and threats to his life serve as reminders of his own mortality
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields

Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields

Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan keeps view economy recovering but warns risk from Middle East

Japan's government retained its assessment in May that the economy was recovering moderately, while warning that tensions in the Middle East and fluctuations in financial

Japan keeps view economy recovering but warns risk from Middle East
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh boosts vigilance over suspected forced crossings from India

Bangladesh’s border guards have intensified patrols and launched public awareness campaigns along parts of the frontier with India because of concerns India has illegally

Bangladesh boosts vigilance over suspected forced crossings from India
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Euro zone may face pockets of stress from private credit, not systemic risk: ECB

The euro zone is not facing systemic risk from the recent turbulence in private credit markets but a few pockets of the financial system are exposed and some tension may

Euro zone may face pockets of stress from private credit, not systemic risk: ECB
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

OpenAI's Altman says AI unlikely to lead to 'jobs apocalypse'

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said on Tuesday the rapid development and adoption of AI would not lead to a global "jobs apocalypse" and the technology had not

OpenAI's Altman says AI unlikely to lead to 'jobs apocalypse'
Australia|Environment|Sports|World

Olympics-Brisbane stadium protesters defy eviction threats as construction looms

A coalition of environmentalists and Indigenous Australian activists camping in the city park where the main stadium for the 2032 Olympics will be built is

Olympics-Brisbane stadium protesters defy eviction threats as construction looms
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European equities slip as US strikes on Iran cloud peace prospects

European shares slipped on Tuesday as doubts over the prospects of a deal to end the conflict with Iran weighed on sentiment after the U.S.

European equities slip as US strikes on Iran cloud peace prospects
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

April shipments of foreign-branded phones in China up 1.8% Y/Y, CAICT data shows

Shipments of foreign-branded mobile phones in China for April, including Apple's iPhones, were up 1.8% from the same month last year, Reuters calculations based on data

April shipments of foreign-branded phones in China up 1.8% Y/Y, CAICT data shows
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

ECB to revise inflation, growth forecasts, its chief economist says

The European Central Bank will likely revise its inflation and growth forecasts next month reflecting the darkening outlook from the Middle East conflict, its chief economist

ECB to revise inflation, growth forecasts, its chief economist says
Australia|Crime|Political|World

Planes carrying 19 Australians linked to the Islamic State group land in Melbourne and Sydney

Two planes carrying 19 Australian women and children linked to the Islamic State group in Syria have landed in Melbourne and Sydney

Planes carrying 19 Australians linked to the Islamic State group land in Melbourne and Sydney
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Quad ministers announce new Indo-Pacific initiatives on maritime security and energy

Australia, India, Japan and the United States have agreed new initiatives for maritime security, critical minerals, port infrastructure, and energy security to boost cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region amid concerns about China's influence

Quad ministers announce new Indo-Pacific initiatives on maritime security and energy
Science|Technology|World

South Korea aims to launch first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s

South Korea will seek to launch its first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s, under a new programme aimed at countering North Korea's submarine-launched nuclear and

South Korea aims to launch first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

A year after glacier collapse, Blatten residents rebuild lives in Swiss Alps

Hotel Momentum stands above Switzerland's Loetschen Valley as a symbol of recovery, a year after a

A year after glacier collapse, Blatten residents rebuild lives in Swiss Alps
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK shop price inflation picks up, retailers ask government to help

British shop price inflation sped up in May on the back of disruption and higher energy costs caused by the Iran war, according to a retail industry group which said the

UK shop price inflation picks up, retailers ask government to help
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South Korea to step up monitoring of investments in overseas private debt

South Korea will step up monitoring investments by domestic pension funds and banks in overseas private debt, the country's financial watchdog said on Tuesday, as regulators

South Korea to step up monitoring of investments in overseas private debt
Business|Economy|Environment|World

A warning to critical minerals buyers: avoid butter mountains, aluminium floods

Western governments, currently ploughing tens of billions of dollars into critical minerals in an effort to break their reliance on China, could look to

A warning to critical minerals buyers: avoid butter mountains, aluminium floods
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Sri Lanka stuns with 100-bp rate hike as Iran war rattles currency, fuels inflation

Sri Lanka's central bank stunned markets by raising its policy rate by an outsized 100 basis points on Tuesday, the biggest hike in three years, and

Sri Lanka stuns with 100-bp rate hike as Iran war rattles currency, fuels inflation
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party

China on Tuesday reiterated its stance on the Australia-India-Japan-US Quad group, saying cooperation between countries should contribute to regional peace, stability and

China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party
Health|Science|World

DRC is no stranger to Ebola outbreaks. Why isn’t there a vaccine or treatment to help now?

DRC is no stranger to Ebola outbreaks. Why isn’t there a vaccine or treatment to help now?

DRC is no stranger to Ebola outbreaks. Why isn’t there a vaccine or treatment to help now?
Asia|Political|World

North Korea launches ballistic missile and other weapons over the sea in latest show of force

South Korea says North Korea has launched a close-range ballistic missile and other weapons toward the sea

North Korea launches ballistic missile and other weapons over the sea in latest show of force
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Australia-India-Japan-US Quad to build a port, unveil pact on critical minerals

The foreign ministers of Australia, India, Japan and the U.S. agreed to jointly build a port in Fiji and signed pacts

Australia-India-Japan-US Quad to build a port, unveil pact on critical minerals
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

ECB should raise rates in June, even if Iran peace deal is struck, Schnabel says

The ECB should raise interest rates in June, even if ongoing peace talks with Iran yield a deal, as the conflict has been far longer

ECB should raise rates in June, even if Iran peace deal is struck, Schnabel says
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

Philippines ends rescue efforts as hope fades for victims of building collapse

Lea Casilao and her husband usually began each day exchanging text messages: "Good morning" from her, and his usual reply of "Good

Philippines ends rescue efforts as hope fades for victims of building collapse
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ's new trend gauge shows inflation exceeding target

Japan's core inflation as measured by a new central bank gauge accelerated in April and blew past its 2% target, data showed on Tuesday, helping make the case

BOJ's new trend gauge shows inflation exceeding target
Australia|Crime|World

Inquiry into antisemitism in Australia condemns online hatred and bigotry targeting witnesses

The head of an inquiry into antisemitism in Australia has condemned online hatred and bigotry targeting Jewish witnesses

Inquiry into antisemitism in Australia condemns online hatred and bigotry targeting witnesses
Business|Economy|World

Sri Lanka jolts markets with outsized 100-bp rate hike to counter Gulf crisis

Sri Lanka's central bank stunned markets by raising its policy rate by an outsized 100 basis points on Tuesday, the biggest hike in four years, as

Sri Lanka jolts markets with outsized 100-bp rate hike to counter Gulf crisis
Political|US|World

Rubio says Strait of Hormuz has to be open 'one way or the other'

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday that the Strait of Hormuz has to be open, "one way or the other", when referring to U.S strikes on Iran on Monday.

Rubio says Strait of Hormuz has to be open 'one way or the other'
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Peace talks hit turbulence

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Oil prices climbed on Tuesday, after the U.S. military conducted strikes in southern Iran in what it described as defensive actions,

Peace talks hit turbulence
Business|Economy|World

China, Pakistan aim to revamp economic corridor, Gwadar port

China and Pakistan have reached a "new broad consensus" on deepening strategic ties to beef up development of a joint economic corridor and establish the

China, Pakistan aim to revamp economic corridor, Gwadar port
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan tracks second Chinese 'combat' patrol in a week, sends ships and jets to monitor

Taiwan sent ships and fighter jets to monitor the second Chinese "joint combat readiness patrol" in a week near the island, in what a senior

Taiwan tracks second Chinese 'combat' patrol in a week, sends ships and jets to monitor
Health|Science|World

Attacks from suspicious residents complicate the fight against a rare type of Ebola

Health workers responding to a rapidly spreading outbreak of a rare type of Ebola in eastern Congo face two threats

Attacks from suspicious residents complicate the fight against a rare type of Ebola
Environment|Europe|Health|Sports|World

Parts of Europe swelter in record May heat as deaths at amateur sports events spur warnings

Europe is baking under unseasonal heat that is shattering temperature records and prompting government warnings after deaths were reported at amateur sports events in France

Parts of Europe swelter in record May heat as deaths at amateur sports events spur warnings
Crime|World

Trump's no-bond policy for immigrants in custody played out for years in Tacoma, Washington

Four immigration judges in Washington state were ahead of a sea change in immigration enforcement that has reversed a long American tradition

Trump's no-bond policy for immigrants in custody played out for years in Tacoma, Washington
Finance|World

Israel will escalate strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, Netanyahu says

Israel will escalate strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday, as a U.S. official

Israel will escalate strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, Netanyahu says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ's Himino says Mideast developments will factor into rate decision

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino said the central bank will consider the timing and pace of interest rate hikes with an eye on the fallout from

BOJ's Himino says Mideast developments will factor into rate decision
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites

The U_S_ military said Monday that it carried out “self-defense” strikes in southern Iran, including on missile launch sites and boats placing mines, even as President Donald Trump said on social media that negotiations were “proceeding nicely.”

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UAE accused of training Colombian mercenaries for Sudan's war

Human Rights Watch reports that the United Arab Emirates trained Colombian mercenaries to fight alongside a paramilitary group in Sudan's war

UAE accused of training Colombian mercenaries for Sudan's war
Asia|Business|Crime|Lifestyle|World

South Korean Starbucks boss apologizes for ad campaign that evoked massacre

South Korean retail tycoon Chung Yong-jin has apologized for a second time in two weeks as Starbucks’ local operation faces a backlash over a recent marketing campaign that was widely perceived as mocking victims of a bloody military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in 1980

South Korean Starbucks boss apologizes for ad campaign that evoked massacre
Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Korea's central bank to hold key rate on May 28, hikes expected from Q3

South Korea's central bank will keep its key policy rate unchanged at a review on Thursday, according to economists in a Reuters poll, and a majority of

South Korea's central bank to hold key rate on May 28, hikes expected from Q3
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia's Putin provides debt relief to new Ukraine war recruits and their families

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree providing debt relief to new Ukraine war recruits and their families, the Kremlin said late on Monday, adding to support tools

Russia's Putin provides debt relief to new Ukraine war recruits and their families
Crime|World

Second group of Australian women linked to Islamic State return from Syria

A cohort of Australian women and children linked to the Islamic State militant group has returned home from a Syrian refugee camp, the second such group to arrive back in

Second group of Australian women linked to Islamic State return from Syria
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung's non-chip union files injunction in bid to stop vote on bonuses, media reports

A Samsung Electronics' union representing workers in non-semiconductor divisions has filed an injunction with a South Korean court in a bid to stop an ongoing vote by workers

Samsung's non-chip union files injunction in bid to stop vote on bonuses, media reports
MidEast|Political|World

Canada demands Israel probe 'appalling' treatment of flotilla members

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Monday that the treatment of activists detained by Israel had been "appalling" and described the

Canada demands Israel probe 'appalling' treatment of flotilla members
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan slips to third-largest creditor behind China despite record net external assets

Japan fell behind China to rank as the world's third-largest net creditor in 2025, marking a further decline in global rankings despite its net external

Japan slips to third-largest creditor behind China despite record net external assets
Business|Economy|Political|World

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as talks to end war proceed

U.S. forces on Monday conducted strikes in southern Iran against targets including boats attempting to lay mines and missile

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as talks to end war proceed
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist

India's trade minister says that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent visit to India has helped pave the way for a complete reset of Canada-India relations

India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist
Health|Sports|World

Inter Miami says Lionel Messi has 'an overload' associated with fatigue in left hamstring

Inter Miami confirmed Monday that Lionel Messi has a left hamstring issue, though did not say when the problem is expected to be cleared up

Inter Miami says Lionel Messi has 'an overload' associated with fatigue in left hamstring
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Cuba publishes names of prisoners granted freedom in amnesty

Cuba on Monday published the names of thousands of prisoners covered by an amnesty announced last month as the island's government holds tense negotiations with the United

Cuba publishes names of prisoners granted freedom in amnesty
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|US|World

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River
Sports|US|World

Bednar: Avalanche will take a limited Nathan MacKinnon as Colorado trails 3-0

The Colorado Avalanche face a tough challenge in the Western Conference Final

Bednar: Avalanche will take a limited Nathan MacKinnon as Colorado trails 3-0
Europe|Health|Science|World

Spanish citizen evacuated from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive

Spanish citizen evacuated from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive

Spanish citizen evacuated from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive
Interview|World

'It means a lot:' Navy funeral honor guard team trains to provide final honors to service members

'It means a lot:' Navy funeral honor guard team trains to provide final honors to service members

'It means a lot:' Navy funeral honor guard team trains to provide final honors to service members
Business|Crime|Political|World

Israel's military says it's striking Hezbollah sites as Netanyahu vows to 'increase the blows'

Israel's military says its air force struck sites belonging to Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israel's military says it's striking Hezbollah sites as Netanyahu vows to 'increase the blows'
Political|Technology|World

Iran's president orders reopening of international internet access, state media reports

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued an order to reopen international internet access, Iranian state media reported on Monday, citing an official after a near-90-day

Iran's president orders reopening of international internet access, state media reports
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Senegal's Faye names economist Lo as new prime minister

Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye named a seasoned economist as prime minister on Monday, three days after dismissing

Senegal's Faye names economist Lo as new prime minister
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia threatens strikes on Kyiv defence sites, urges foreigners to leave

Russia said on Monday that it intended to launch "systematic strikes" on targets in Kyiv linked to the Ukrainian military as well as decision-making centres, and urged

Russia threatens strikes on Kyiv defence sites, urges foreigners to leave
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Man in distress atop Sonoma County Transit bus brought down after nearly 10 hours

Man in distress atop Sonoma County Transit bus brought down after nearly 10 hours

Man in distress atop Sonoma County Transit bus brought down after nearly 10 hours
Environment|Europe|Sports|World

Heat wave at French Open impacts the clay courts and sends fans to sprinklers

Tennis players at the French Open say they haven’t experienced conditions this hot at Roland Garros since the 2024 Paris Olympics

Heat wave at French Open impacts the clay courts and sends fans to sprinklers
Europe|Health|World

Spanish national evacuated from hantavirus cruise ship tests positive

A Spanish national in quarantine in a Madrid military hospital, who is among those evacuated from a cruise ship earlier this month, has tested positive of hantavirus,

Spanish national evacuated from hantavirus cruise ship tests positive
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|US|World

Overheating chemical tank in California no longer at risk of exploding, fire officials say

Firefighters contending with a dangerously overheating industrial tank of a hazardous chemical in Southern California have eliminated the possibility of the tank exploding after a

Overheating chemical tank in California no longer at risk of exploding, fire officials say
Europe|Political|World

Meloni coalition wins Venice mayoral vote, defying polls

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's right-wing coalition won the Venice mayoral election, projections showed on Monday, retaining control of the most prominent

Meloni coalition wins Venice mayoral vote, defying polls
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU plans to fine Google high triple-digit million euro sum, Handelsblatt reports

The European Union is planning to fine Alphabet's Google a high triple-digit million euro amount as part of an antitrust investigation, Germany's Handelsblatt

EU plans to fine Google high triple-digit million euro sum, Handelsblatt reports
Europe|US|World

Lavrov tells Rubio of Russian decision to strike Kyiv sites linked to military

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov advised U.S.

Lavrov tells Rubio of Russian decision to strike Kyiv sites linked to military
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Jodar shaping up as tennis' Next Big Thing and makes quite a debut at the French Open

Rafael Jodar has made a dominant debut at the French Open and dropped just five games

Jodar shaping up as tennis' Next Big Thing and makes quite a debut at the French Open
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Carney says Alberta vote on separation could become 'dangerous bluff'

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Monday that Alberta's planned vote on potentially breaking away from the rest of Canada, while not binding,

Carney says Alberta vote on separation could become 'dangerous bluff'
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Stocks jump while oil and dollar ease on Iran peace hopes

Stocks surged and the U.S. dollar and oil prices slid on Monday as the prospect of a deal to end the Iran war buoyed risk

Stocks jump while oil and dollar ease on Iran peace hopes
Europe|Political|World

Belarus opposition leader visits Ukraine as Kyiv warns of escalation

Exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited Kyiv on Monday following weeks of mounting warnings from Ukrainian officials about Russian

Belarus opposition leader visits Ukraine as Kyiv warns of escalation
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Zelenskiy: Little progress in talks with U.S. on missile defences

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that Ukraine had made little progress in talks with the United States on expanding production of missile defences and was working with

Zelenskiy: Little progress in talks with U.S. on missile defences
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source

The U.S. and Iran are discussing a plan to open the Strait of Hormuz about 30 days after the two countries reach a deal to end hostilities, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Monday

Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source
Business|Economy|World

Oil tumbles nearly 7% as US and Iran seen moving closer to deal

Oil prices fell nearly 7% on Monday as optimism grew that the United States and Iran were moving closer to a peace deal that would reopen the Strait of

Oil tumbles nearly 7% as US and Iran seen moving closer to deal
Political|US|World

Trump links Abraham Accords to any Iran deal

U.S.

Trump links Abraham Accords to any Iran deal
Crime|Political|US|World

CNN reporter describes moment she heard gunshots near White House

CNN reporters heard what appeared to be dozens of gunshots near the White House on Saturday, triggering a lockdown and a rapid response from the US Secret Service. CNN’s Julia Benbrook reports.

CNN reporter describes moment she heard gunshots near White House
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity

Pope Leo XIV has called for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit

Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death
World

Pope Leo XIV makes historic apology for Vatican's role in legitimizing slavery

Pope Leo XIV has made a historic apology for the role the Holy See played in legitimizing slavery

Pope Leo XIV makes historic apology for Vatican's role in legitimizing slavery
Election|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli opposition leader Lapid says Trump’s emerging deal with Iran is `bad for the region’

Israel's opposition leader Yair Lapid says the U.S.-Iran deal fails to meet Israel's goals and is criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu for allowing Washington to negotiate with little Israeli input

Israeli opposition leader Lapid says Trump’s emerging deal with Iran is `bad for the region’
Crime|US|World

US Justice Department seeks to lift injunction on ballroom project after shooting

The U.S.

US Justice Department seeks to lift injunction on ballroom project after shooting
Crime|Europe|World

Russian Orthodox cleric denies link to white substance found in car by Czech police

A former senior cleric in the Russian Orthodox Church said on Monday that Czech police had found small containers of a white substance in his car during a search a day

Russian Orthodox cleric denies link to white substance found in car by Czech police
Health|Political|Science|World

Brazil's Lula starts radiation after early-stage skin cancer diagnosis

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has started preventive radiation treatment after being diagnosed with early-stage skin

Brazil's Lula starts radiation after early-stage skin cancer diagnosis
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party condemns ousting of main opposition

Turkey's pro-Kurdish DEM Party condemned on Monday a court ruling that ousted the leadership of the main opposition CHP last week, calling a police

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party condemns ousting of main opposition
Environment|Science|Technology|World

With AI manifesto, Leo joins pantheon of popes who urged world to change

Catholic popes have been urging global leaders to address social justice issues for 135 years across some two dozen major documents that many of the

With AI manifesto, Leo joins pantheon of popes who urged world to change
Sports|Travel|World

Argentines bike 10K miles through 17 countries to watch national team play in KC

Argentines bike 10K miles through 17 countries to watch national team play in KC

Argentines bike 10K miles through 17 countries to watch national team play in KC
Business|Science|Technology|World

Pope Leo warns of AI fueling warfare in first major theological document

Pope Leo warns of AI fueling warfare in first major theological document

Pope Leo warns of AI fueling warfare in first major theological document
Europe|Political|World

Leaders keep a wary eye on Belarus for signs it might offer Russia help in Ukraine

Belarus' exiled opposition leader visits Kyiv as the city recovers from Russia’s largest missile attack of the year

Leaders keep a wary eye on Belarus for signs it might offer Russia help in Ukraine
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Drone attacks raise fears as Colombians vote to elect a new president

Gladys Marín is unsure if she will vote in Colombia's presidential election due to safety fears

Drone attacks raise fears as Colombians vote to elect a new president
Business|Economy|World

Nigeria economic growth slows slightly in first quarter

Nigeria's economy grew 3.89% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, down slightly from the final quarter of last year's 4.07% growth rate, official data showed on Monday.

Nigeria economic growth slows slightly in first quarter
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Target pushes deeper AI adoption, reviews usage‑based pricing, India head says

Target is moving from "using AI to running on AI," but a shift in the pricing of the technology by its providers is prompting

Target pushes deeper AI adoption, reviews usage‑based pricing, India head says
Crime|Political|World

Cambodian king pardons former opposition leader

Cambodia's king has pardoned former opposition leader Kem Sokha for a treason ‌conviction, just weeks after he lost an appeal to overturn that verdict, according to a

Cambodian king pardons former opposition leader
World

Israeli fire kills six-year-old girl and a woman in Gaza, medics say

An Israeli airstrike on a tent in the southern Gaza Strip on Monday killed two people including a six-year-old girl and wounded 17

Israeli fire kills six-year-old girl and a woman in Gaza, medics say
Africa|Economy|Environment|Food|World

Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan

Farmers across Sudan say the hike in global fuel and fertilizer costs resulting from the Iran conflict will

Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Russia says magnetic mines found on tanker at Ust-Luga port

Several magnetic mines had been detected on a tanker in Russia's Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga, Russia's Investigative Committee said on Monday.

Russia says magnetic mines found on tanker at Ust-Luga port
Health|World

Ebola patients flee in attacks on Congo health facilities, hobbling response

Doctors operating on the front lines of the fight against Ebola in Congo, already grappling with shortages of basic supplies,

Ebola patients flee in attacks on Congo health facilities, hobbling response
Economy|Political|World

Bolivia president Paz cuts salary in half as protests grip country

Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz said on Monday he would cut his salary and those of his cabinet ministers in half amid a growing political crisis marked by protests and

Bolivia president Paz cuts salary in half as protests grip country
Health|Science|World

Inside the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in DRC as the virus spreads

Inside the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in DRC as the virus spreads

Inside the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in DRC as the virus spreads
Travel|World

Muslims begin the annual Hajj in sweltering heat against a backdrop of war concerns

The annual Islamic Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, has begun

Muslims begin the annual Hajj in sweltering heat against a backdrop of war concerns
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump and Warsh's fates are now tied, for better or worse

Former U.S.

Trump and Warsh's fates are now tied, for better or worse
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic's Olah says AI must be guided from outside Big Tech

The co-founder of AI company Anthropic said on Monday that the development of artificial intelligence cannot be left solely to

Anthropic's Olah says AI must be guided from outside Big Tech
Crime|World

Pakistan train bombing kills more than 30 people, official says

More than 30 people died in a suicide bombing of a train in southwestern Pakistan on Sunday, officials said on Monday, in the latest attack claimed by

Pakistan train bombing kills more than 30 people, official says
Health|Science|World

WHO chief says fast-moving Ebola epidemic is outpacing response efforts

The head of the World Health Organization said on Monday that the fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda was outpacing response efforts, giving the

WHO chief says fast-moving Ebola epidemic is outpacing response efforts
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Canada April wholesale trade most likely up 0.1% - Statscan flash estimate

Canadian wholesale trade most likely rose 0.1% in April from March, largely driven by higher sales in the building material and supplies subsector, Statistics Canada said in a flash

Canada April wholesale trade most likely up 0.1% - Statscan flash estimate
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Dollar drifts lower as oil falls on Hormuz deal optimism

The dollar dropped against major currencies on Monday as hopes of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil prices

Dollar drifts lower as oil falls on Hormuz deal optimism
Environment|Sports|Travel|World

Everest operators must vet climbers better, says ascent record holder

Mount Everest expedition operators must focus on the experience and knowledge of climbers to lower risks and minimise deaths on the mountain, a British

Everest operators must vet climbers better, says ascent record holder
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Cave diving is fraught with danger, but the reward is sights like nothing else on Earth

Cave diving is fraught with danger, but the reward is sights like nothing else on Earth

Cave diving is fraught with danger, but the reward is sights like nothing else on Earth
Political|Science|Technology|World

Pope, urging AI regulation, warns some weapons now beyond human control

Pope Leo urged governments to slow down and closely regulate the development of AI systems in his first major document, released on Monday, warning

Pope, urging AI regulation, warns some weapons now beyond human control
Crime|Political|US|World

Boston firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home

Boston firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home

Boston firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home
Economy|Education|Political|Technology|World

Founder of viral Indian Gen Z account alleges crackdown, threats

New Delhi - A viral social media account focusing on the concerns of India’s Gen Z has come under attack, with its founder alleging hacking and

Founder of viral Indian Gen Z account alleges crackdown, threats
Economy|Political|World

Japan's Takaichi unveils $19 billion extra budget, reassures on bond issuance

Japan will build up an extra $19 billion in reserves to subsidise fuel costs and help tackle cost of living pressures, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said

Japan's Takaichi unveils $19 billion extra budget, reassures on bond issuance
Political|World

Netanyahu admits difficulty influencing Trump decisions on Iran, sources say

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told confidants in private conversations that Israel has little ability to influence Donald Trump's decision-making on

Netanyahu admits difficulty influencing Trump decisions on Iran, sources say
Asia|Environment|World

Flooding kills at least nine in China's Chongqing, state media says

The death toll from flooding in southwestern China's Chongqing has risen to nine and 11 people are missing following torrential rain in the municipality, state broadcaster

Flooding kills at least nine in China's Chongqing, state media says
Crime|Education|US|World

Emmett Till's cousin, Jim Crow architect's great-great-great-grandson inspire others with friendship

Emmett Till's cousin, Jim Crow architect's great-great-great-grandson inspire others with friendship

Emmett Till's cousin, Jim Crow architect's great-great-great-grandson inspire others with friendship
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts

President Xi Jinping hailed China's "unbreakable" friendship with Pakistan on Monday as he met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing, seeking

Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts
Arts|World

After 250 years, Revolutionary War-era soldiers finally laid to rest in upstate New York

After 250 years, Revolutionary War-era soldiers finally laid to rest in upstate New York

After 250 years, Revolutionary War-era soldiers finally laid to rest in upstate New York
Africa|Health|World

Ugandan health officials report new Ebola virus infections, bringing cases to 7

Ugandan health authorities on Monday reported two new Ebola cases, bringing the number of infections to seven

Ugandan health officials report new Ebola virus infections, bringing cases to 7
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say
Crime|World

13 US service members have died in the war with Iran. Here are their stories

13 US service members have died in the war with Iran. Here are their stories

13 US service members have died in the war with Iran. Here are their stories
Business|Economy|Environment|World

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners turned to imports from Latin America and Africa after supplies from the Middle East were disrupted as the Israeli-U.S. war on Iran

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Europe's STOXX 600 wipes out Iran war losses on peace deal hopes, AI optimism

Europe's STOXX 600 closed at its highest level in over two months, recovering all its losses since the start of the Middle East conflict,

Europe's STOXX 600 wipes out Iran war losses on peace deal hopes, AI optimism
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Latvian lawmaker moves to form new government, eyes vote as soon as this week

Latvian opposition lawmaker Andris Kulbergs of the United List said on Monday he aimed to form a four-party majority government after the ruling coalition collapsed this month

Latvian lawmaker moves to form new government, eyes vote as soon as this week
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ADB to provide $5 billion to Bangladesh as economic pressures mount

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will provide Bangladesh with $5 billion in support over the next five years, the lender said on Monday, as the country faces mounting

ADB to provide $5 billion to Bangladesh as economic pressures mount
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Greek police arrest 20 in Crete over suspected EU farm subsidies fraud

Greek police arrested 20 people on the island of Crete on Monday, saying they had dismantled a criminal gang suspected of defrauding the European Union of agricultural

Greek police arrest 20 in Crete over suspected EU farm subsidies fraud
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Australian police did no threat assessment before Bondi attack, inquiry hears

Australian state police did not prepare a threat assessment for the event where the Bondi Beach mass shooting occurred and denied a request from the Jewish

Australian police did no threat assessment before Bondi attack, inquiry hears
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Myanmar military steps up fight for rare earth area and border routes

Myanmar's military has launched renewed offensives into several border regions, including a frontier area with critical rare earth deposits and other vital trade routes, a month

Myanmar military steps up fight for rare earth area and border routes
World

Iran says conclusions reached on many topics in potential U.S. memorandum but no deal imminent

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday that conclusions have been reached on many topics discussed in a potential memorandum of understanding with the U.S., but this

Iran says conclusions reached on many topics in potential U.S. memorandum but no deal imminent
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4 dead, 17 mostly workers still missing, in collapse of unfinished hotel in the Philippines

Rescuers have pulled three people from the rubble of a collapsed nine-story hotel under construction in Angeles City, Philippines

4 dead, 17 mostly workers still missing, in collapse of unfinished hotel in the Philippines
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Global shares gain and oil prices fall after Trump says talks on ending the war are proceeding

Global shares are mostly higher and oil prices have dropped after U.S. President Donald Trump said talks on ending the war with Iran are progressing

Global shares gain and oil prices fall after Trump says talks on ending the war are proceeding
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Singapore core inflation at 1.4% on year in April, lower than expected

Singapore's key consumer price gauge rose 1.4% in April from a year earlier, official data showed on Monday, below economists' expectations.  

Singapore core inflation at 1.4% on year in April, lower than expected
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Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit

War in Iran, strained U.S. commitments in Asia and rising tensions over

Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit
Africa|Health|World

A second Ebola treatment center is set ablaze in eastern Congo, with 18 suspected cases fleeing

Angry residents in eastern Congo have attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center treating Ebola patients

A second Ebola treatment center is set ablaze in eastern Congo, with 18 suspected cases fleeing
Africa|Crime|Health|Science|World

Young men storm a Congo hospital treating Ebola patients to demand bodies of their kin

A local hospital official says that angry young men stormed a hospital treating Ebola patients at the heart of an outbreak in eastern Congo, demanding the bodies of their relatives

Young men storm a Congo hospital treating Ebola patients to demand bodies of their kin
Australia|Crime|World

Australian spy boss says he shifted resources from counterterrorism before Hanukkah attack

An Australian spy agency boss has told an inquiry he had pivoted resources away from counterterrorism to espionage a few years before two gunmen massacred 15 people at a Sydney Hanukkah celebration

Australian spy boss says he shifted resources from counterterrorism before Hanukkah attack
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Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese behind the 'conbini' empire, has died. He was 93.

Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese businessman credited with creating the 7-Eleven convenience-chain global retail empire, has died

Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese behind the 'conbini' empire, has died. He was 93.
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Trump call would be positive, no planning talks have taken place, Taiwan says

A call between the U.S. and Taiwanese leaders would be a positive thing but it is up to President Donald Trump to take the initiative and the two sides have not had any

Trump call would be positive, no planning talks have taken place, Taiwan says
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Philippine rescuers racing against time a day after deadly building collapse

Philippine rescuers were racing against time on Monday in a search for possible signs of life more than 24 hours after the collapse

Philippine rescuers racing against time a day after deadly building collapse
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Rubio says US will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with it 'another way'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday the U.S. will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with the country "another way." 

Rubio says US will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with it 'another way'
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Pakistan Shi'ites deported from UAE return to lost jobs, frozen savings

In a cluster of villages in Pakistan's largely rural Chakwal district, more than 100 Shi'ite Muslims have returned from the

Pakistan Shi'ites deported from UAE return to lost jobs, frozen savings
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Will they or won't they?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The ever-inching prospect of a deal to end the Iran war and open the Strait of Hormuz paved the way for investors to put on

Will they or won't they?
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China's Huawei reveals chip design breakthrough amid US sanctions

Huawei Technologies said on Monday it will make industry-leading semiconductors using a new technology in five years,

China's Huawei reveals chip design breakthrough amid US sanctions
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Kerley runs 9.97 at Enhanced Games, where Kristian Gkolomeev gets a $1M bonus for swimming mark

Fred Kerley ran 100 meters in a pedestrian 9.97 seconds to win the Enhanced Games in a race where the sprinters were placed in the starting blocks four times because of false starts and untied shoes

Kerley runs 9.97 at Enhanced Games, where Kristian Gkolomeev gets a $1M bonus for swimming mark
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In ‘Pressure,’ the story of the meteorologist who helped save D-Day

The film “Pressure” explores the tense 72 hours before D-Day, highlighting the crucial role of Scottish meteorologist Capt. James Stagg

In ‘Pressure,’ the story of the meteorologist who helped save D-Day
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Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse

Prisoners in Venezuela's western Barinas prison staged a protest on the roof of the detention center on Sunday, piling flaming mattresses and calling for the removal of the

Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse
Australia|World

Australian activists return after Gaza flotilla incident, allege Israeli abuse

Australian activists detained by Israel while on a flotilla attempting to deliver aid to Gaza have returned home, with organisers alleging

Australian activists return after Gaza flotilla incident, allege Israeli abuse
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Hertl’s late winner caps Golden Knights’ wild 5-3 rally, giving them a 3-0 series lead on Avalanche

Tomas Hertl weaved his way toward the slot and broke a tie at 8:21 of the third period as the Golden Knights overcame a three-goal deficit Sunday night to beat Colorado 5-3 and move within a victory of their third Stanley Cup Final appearance in nine years

Hertl’s late winner caps Golden Knights’ wild 5-3 rally, giving them a 3-0 series lead on Avalanche
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New Zealand tightens English standards, widens philanthropy options for visas

New Zealand will tighten English language rules for mid-skilled work visa applicants while expanding philanthropy options for investor migrants, Immigration Minister

New Zealand tightens English standards, widens philanthropy options for visas
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Singapore economy beats expectations in Q1 with 6% annual growth, risks ahead

Singapore's economy grew a greater than expected 6.0% in the first quarter of 2026 from a year earlier, data showed on Monday, but officials said the

Singapore economy beats expectations in Q1 with 6% annual growth, risks ahead
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Messi leaves midway through second half, Inter Miami rallies past Union 6-4

Lionel Messi headed into the World Cup break a bit earlier than planned, and now it’ll be Argentina waiting to see if there’s an injury to worry about

Messi leaves midway through second half, Inter Miami rallies past Union 6-4
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China launches Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with 1 of 3 astronauts set for yearlong stay

China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station

China launches Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with 1 of 3 astronauts set for yearlong stay
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Golden Knights shake off disputed no-goal, storm past Avalanche for a 3-0 series lead

A two-goal swing over a disputed no-goal call in the first period that resulted in a three-goal deficit could have doomed Vegas on Sunday

Golden Knights shake off disputed no-goal, storm past Avalanche for a 3-0 series lead
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Colombian presidential candidates wrap up campaigns with big rallies

Colombia's presidential candidates wrapped up their campaigns on Sunday with rallies that drew massive crowds, ahead of a May 31 vote that analysts

Colombian presidential candidates wrap up campaigns with big rallies
Europe|Sports|Technology|World

Mercedes teen star Kimi Antonelli wins the Canadian GP for his 4th straight F1 victory

Italian teen star Kimi Antonelli charged to his fourth straight Formula 1 victory Sunday in a wild Canadian Grand Prix after Mercedes teammate George Russell was knocked out by an engine failure

Mercedes teen star Kimi Antonelli wins the Canadian GP for his 4th straight F1 victory
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Southern California chemical tank has a crack that could possibly lower risk of explosion

Authorities are bracing for the possibility that a damaged chemical tank at a facility in Southern California could leak or explode

Southern California chemical tank has a crack that could possibly lower risk of explosion
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Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, US blockade stays

U.S.

Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, US blockade stays
Economy|Political|World

Trump says not to rush as details emerge of a potential Iran deal

Regional officials say the United States is close to a deal with Iran to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Trump says not to rush as details emerge of a potential Iran deal
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Novak Djokovic overcomes a slow start and hostile crowd in 1st-round win at French Open

Novak Djokovic comes back from a set down for a 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 victory over home player Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in the first round of the French Open in his record 82nd Grand Slam appearance

Novak Djokovic overcomes a slow start and hostile crowd in 1st-round win at French Open
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Bystander in serious condition after fatal shooting near White House checkpoint

The bystander who was struck by gunfire after a man fired on a checkpoint outside the White House and was fatally shot by U.S. Secret Service officers remains in serious condition

Bystander in serious condition after fatal shooting near White House checkpoint
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Pep Guardiola fights back tears and says goodbye as Man City fans implore him to stay 10 more years

Pep Guardiola fights back tears on the sideline as he brings 10 years at Manchester City to an end

Pep Guardiola fights back tears and says goodbye as Man City fans implore him to stay 10 more years
Crime|Europe|World

Forensic experts sift through ruined dormitory in Russian-held Luhansk region

- Forensic experts on Sunday sifted through the ruins of a dormitory largely

Forensic experts sift through ruined dormitory in Russian-held Luhansk region
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Uber weighs higher bid for Delivery Hero, FT reports

Uber’s board met on Saturday to discuss raising its offer for Delivery Hero after a major shareholder rebuffed Uber's bid that would value the German food delivery group at over

Uber weighs higher bid for Delivery Hero, FT reports
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Premier League finale: West Ham relegated and Spurs stay up as Guardiola, Salah make emotional exits

West Ham has been relegated and Tottenham has survived on an emotional final day of the Premier League season when Pep Guardiola and Mohamed Salah made tearful exits after record-breaking spells in English soccer

Premier League finale: West Ham relegated and Spurs stay up as Guardiola, Salah make emotional exits
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NASCAR mourns Kyle Busch at a solemn Coca-Cola 600

NASCAR mourns Kyle Busch at a solemn Coca-Cola 600

NASCAR mourns Kyle Busch at a solemn Coca-Cola 600
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Tearful Kostyuk reaches French Open 2nd round and speaks of missile attack back home in Ukraine

Marta Kostyuk’s first-round win at the French Open becomes one of her toughest matches after she finds out beforehand that a missile almost hit her parents’ home in Ukraine

Tearful Kostyuk reaches French Open 2nd round and speaks of missile attack back home in Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

Far right and newcomers make gains in Cyprus election

Cyprus' far right made gains in Sunday's parliamentary election while anti-corruption newcomers and social media influencers captured seats, results

Far right and newcomers make gains in Cyprus election
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Nigeria's Tinubu to run for second term after party primary win

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu will seek a second and final four-year term in January after overwhelmingly defeating a little-known challenger in ruling party primaries,

Nigeria's Tinubu to run for second term after party primary win
Crime|Political|World

Arab-Islamic states condemn Israeli minister Ben-Gvir over Gaza flotilla detention

The foreign ministers of the Group of Eight Arab-Islamic states on Sunday strongly condemned the actions of far-right Israeli police minister Itamar Ben-Gvir towards participants in

Arab-Islamic states condemn Israeli minister Ben-Gvir over Gaza flotilla detention
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Republicans who have drawn a hard line on Iran pan Trump's emerging proposal to end the war

President Donald Trump’s emerging deal to end the Iran war is drawing heavy criticism from some fellow Republicans

Republicans who have drawn a hard line on Iran pan Trump's emerging proposal to end the war
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish police storm offices of the main opposition CHP party, firing tear gas and rubber bullets

Police have stormed the offices of Turkey’s main opposition CHP party, using tear gas and rubber bullets

Turkish police storm offices of the main opposition CHP party, firing tear gas and rubber bullets
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home

Firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home

Firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home
Political|US|World

Possible deal on Iran divides US lawmakers largely along party lines

U.S. lawmakers appearing on Sunday morning talk shows split sharply over a potential deal to end the Iran war, with Republicans mostly backing the publicly reported contours of an

Possible deal on Iran divides US lawmakers largely along party lines
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Turkish police force ousted opposition out of headquarters as crisis deepens

Turkish riot police fired tear gas and forced their way into the main opposition party's headquarters to evict its ousted leadership on

Turkish police force ousted opposition out of headquarters as crisis deepens
Economy|Environment|World

Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82

Authorities in northern China are investigating a coal mine operator for safety lapses after an explosion killed at least 82 people

Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US Treasury rout tests Washington's tolerance for higher borrowing costs

President Donald Trump's resolve on Iran is being tested by a force largely beyond his control: the bond market. 

US Treasury rout tests Washington's tolerance for higher borrowing costs
Crime|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia hits Ukraine with Oreshnik missile in one of war's biggest attacks on Kyiv

Russia pounded Kyiv and surrounding areas with hundreds of drones and missiles on Sunday in one of the heaviest bombardments of the city since

Russia hits Ukraine with Oreshnik missile in one of war's biggest attacks on Kyiv
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Benin's Wadagni takes office, vows better living standards, security

Benin's new president, Romuald Wadagni, vowed at his inauguration on Sunday to confront rising security threats and to ensure economic growth translated into concrete

Benin's Wadagni takes office, vows better living standards, security
Asia|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|World

In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash

In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash

In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli fire kills parents and their infant in Gaza, medics say

An Israeli airstrike on an apartment in a refugee camp in central Gaza on Sunday left three people dead, including a six-month-old

Israeli fire kills parents and their infant in Gaza, medics say
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Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told U.S.

Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says
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Britain's navy prepares to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz while waiting for a peace deal

The U.K.’s Royal Navy is preparing for a potential mine-clearing operation in the Strait of Hormuz

Britain's navy prepares to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz while waiting for a peace deal
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Judge dismisses charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying Todd Blanche spurred a ‘tainted investigation’

The criminal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia — the man the Trump administration deported to El Salvador last year despite a judge’s order barring his removal to the country – have been dismissed by a federal judge in Tennessee, who cited a “tainted investigation” by now-acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.

Judge dismisses charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying Todd Blanche spurred a ‘tainted investigation’
Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Oldest Pearl Harbor survivor is keeping memory of the surprise bombing alive at 106

Among the dwindling number of Pearl Harbor survivors is Freeman Johnson, who is considered the oldest among them

Oldest Pearl Harbor survivor is keeping memory of the surprise bombing alive at 106
Asia|Crime|World

Bomb attack near railway station in southwest Pakistan kills at least 23

Bomb attack near railway station in southwest Pakistan kills at least 23

Bomb attack near railway station in southwest Pakistan kills at least 23
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Turkish riot police enter opposition headquarters to evict ousted leaders 

Turkish riot police fired tear gas and broke through the gates of the main opposition party's headquarters to evict its ousted leadership on Sunday, a Reuters witness said.

Turkish riot police enter opposition headquarters to evict ousted leaders 
Asia|Business|Crime|World

Building under construction in Philippines collapses, leaving 1 dead and 21 trapped

A nine-story building under construction in a city north of the Philippine capital has collapsed, leaving at least one Malaysian tourist dead and 21 workers trapped

Building under construction in Philippines collapses, leaving 1 dead and 21 trapped
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump talks up his ballroom plan dozens of times but plays down Americans' economic pain

Standing in front of the White House ballroom construction site, U.S.

Trump talks up his ballroom plan dozens of times but plays down Americans' economic pain
Asia|Crime|MidEast|World

At least 24 killed in Pakistan train blast claimed by separatist militants

A bomb blast hit a shuttle train carrying Pakistani security personnel and their families in the southwestern

At least 24 killed in Pakistan train blast claimed by separatist militants
Crime|MidEast|World

At least 24 killed in Pakistan train blast claimed by separatist militants

A bomb blast hit a shuttle train carrying Pakistani security personnel and their families in the southwestern

At least 24 killed in Pakistan train blast claimed by separatist militants
Economy|World

Rubio tries to tackle a trust deficit between Washington and Delhi on first official India trip

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has held talks with his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar

Rubio tries to tackle a trust deficit between Washington and Delhi on first official India trip
Europe|Political|World

Russia says it hit Ukraine with hypersonic and ballistic missiles, state news agencies report

Russian forces hit targets in Ukraine using four types of missiles - Oreshnik, Iskander, Kinzhal and Zircon - in overnight attacks on Sunday, in retaliation for Kyiv's

Russia says it hit Ukraine with hypersonic and ballistic missiles, state news agencies report
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India, US discuss Middle East, trade as Rubio cites progress on Iran conflict

U.S.

India, US discuss Middle East, trade as Rubio cites progress on Iran conflict
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

At least one dead in Philippine building collapse, 21 people missing

At least one person was confirmed dead after a building under construction collapsed in the Philippines on Sunday, authorities said

At least one dead in Philippine building collapse, 21 people missing
Asia|Political|World

Chinese ship leaves after tense standoff near Taiwan-controlled islands

A Chinese coast guard ship left waters near Taiwan's strategically located Pratas Islands at the top of the South China Sea on Sunday

Chinese ship leaves after tense standoff near Taiwan-controlled islands
Crime|Education|Health|World

Radicalization concerns, seized guns and 911 calls: San Diego shooting prompts questions about parental awareness, gun access

Radicalization concerns, seized guns and 911 calls: San Diego shooting prompts questions about parental awareness, gun access

Radicalization concerns, seized guns and 911 calls: San Diego shooting prompts questions about parental awareness, gun access
Arts|Crime|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|World

Hoax fire call hits flat of Polish president’s family member, Tusk says

Poland is facing a series of false alarms about fires or other threats, including one on Saturday at a flat in Gdansk belonging to a member of President Karol Nawrocki's

Hoax fire call hits flat of Polish president’s family member, Tusk says
Business|Technology|World

Nissan unit scraps plan to make EV powertrains in UK, Nikkei says

Nissan Motor subsidiary JATCO has scrapped its plan to make electric vehicle (EV) powertrains in Sunderland, Britain, in light of sluggish demand for Nissan's EVs in Europe,

Nissan unit scraps plan to make EV powertrains in UK, Nikkei says
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Trump says agreement with Iran has ‘been largely negotiated’ and Strait of Hormuz will be opened

Trump says agreement with Iran has ‘been largely negotiated’ and Strait of Hormuz will be opened

Trump says agreement with Iran has ‘been largely negotiated’ and Strait of Hormuz will be opened
Asia|World

Trump throws weight behind Japan's Takaichi in meeting with Xi, Yomiuri says

U.S.

Trump throws weight behind Japan's Takaichi in meeting with Xi, Yomiuri says
Business|Environment|World

China lowers death toll in Shanxi coal mine disaster to 82

The chaos in the aftermath of China's worst mine disaster in 17 years led to a revision in the death toll to 82 killed, local officials said at a press conference late on

China lowers death toll in Shanxi coal mine disaster to 82
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Axios says proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension

The U.S. and Iran are close to signing a deal involving a 60-day ceasefire extension, during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, Iran would be able to freely sell oil and

Axios says proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says a deal with Iran and opening of Strait of Hormuz are 'largely negotiated'

President Donald Trump says a deal with Iran, including opening the Strait of Hormuz, has been “largely negotiated.”

Trump says a deal with Iran and opening of Strait of Hormuz are 'largely negotiated'
Crime|Political|US|World

Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says

The U.S. Secret Service says a man who opened fire near a White House security checkpoint is dead

Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says
Crime|Political|US|World

Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says

A gunman who fired at a White House ‌checkpoint was shot by officers and died after being taken to the hospital on Saturday evening, the Secret Service

Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says
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Russia pounds Kyiv with missiles and drones, shaking city center and injuring 10

Russia has launched an intense missile and drone attack on Kyiv, shaking buildings across the city center

Russia pounds Kyiv with missiles and drones, shaking city center and injuring 10
Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Man killed in shooting outside White House had previously tried to get inside, had mental health concerns

Man killed in shooting outside White House had previously tried to get inside, had mental health concerns

Man killed in shooting outside White House had previously tried to get inside, had mental health concerns
Science|Technology|World

China sends astronaut on year-long space mission as it eyes 2030 moon landing

China sent three astronauts to its space station on Sunday, one of whom will stay for a year, a record length for the country, enabling the study of

China sends astronaut on year-long space mission as it eyes 2030 moon landing
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Norway-set drama about political polarization ‘Fjord’ wins Palme d’Or at Cannes

Cristian Mungiu’s Norway-set drama about political polarization “Fjord” has won the Palme d’Or

Norway-set drama about political polarization ‘Fjord’ wins Palme d’Or at Cannes
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US conducts military drill over Venezuelan capital Caracas

The U.S. military conducted a drill over Caracas on Saturday, its first military exercise in Venezuela since U.S. troops attacked the capital and captured President Nicolas

US conducts military drill over Venezuelan capital Caracas
Business|Political|World

Trump says Iran peace deal is 'largely negotiated'

U.S.

Trump says Iran peace deal is 'largely negotiated'
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Protesters clash with police after an anti-government rally in Serbia's capital

Clashes have erupted between protesters and riot police after a massive anti-government rally in Serbia's capital, Belgrade

Protesters clash with police after an anti-government rally in Serbia's capital
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Police and protesters clash in Serbia as crowds demand president's exit

Police fired tear gas and clashed with protesters in central Belgrade on Saturday, as tens of thousands gathered to demand early elections and an end to the more than

Police and protesters clash in Serbia as crowds demand president's exit
Arts|Entertainment|World

'Fjord' by Romania's Cristian Mungiu wins Cannes' top prize

Romanian director Cristian Mungiu won the Cannes Film Festival's Palme d'Or top prize for the second time on Saturday with his

'Fjord' by Romania's Cristian Mungiu wins Cannes' top prize
Sports|Travel|World

Iran's soccer federation says team's World Cup base camp has been moved to Mexico from the US

The president of the governing body of Iranian soccer says the nation’s World Cup training base has been moved to Mexico from the United States after getting approval from FIFA

Iran's soccer federation says team's World Cup base camp has been moved to Mexico from the US
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Fact check: 28 separate false claims Trump made this week

Fact check: 28 separate false claims Trump made this week

Fact check: 28 separate false claims Trump made this week
Crime|Political|World

Judge dismisses charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying Todd Blanche spurred a ‘tainted investigation’

Judge dismisses charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying Todd Blanche spurred a ‘tainted investigation’

Judge dismisses charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying Todd Blanche spurred a ‘tainted investigation’
Political|World

Trump says negotiators are getting closer to Iran deal, media interviews show

President Donald Trump said on Saturday that negotiators for the United States and Iran were "getting a lot closer" to finalizing an agreement to end the war, according

Trump says negotiators are getting closer to Iran deal, media interviews show
Business|Crime|US|World

Investigators looking for cause of fatal New York explosion that also wounded over 30 firefighters

Investigators are combing through a New York City shipyard trying to find the cause of a fire and explosion that killed one person and injured more than 30 firefighters and medical personnel

Investigators looking for cause of fatal New York explosion that also wounded over 30 firefighters
Business|Economy|Election|World

Colombian right-wing presidential hopeful leads poll for runoff vote

Right-wing candidate Abelardo De La Espriella received a surge in voter support in the final week leading up to the first round of Colombia's

Colombian right-wing presidential hopeful leads poll for runoff vote
Political|World

Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' with provision to reopen strait

U.S.

Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' with provision to reopen strait
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump's Justice Department scrubs its website of news releases about Jan. 6 defendants

The Department of Justice is acknowledging it's removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021, riot

Trump's Justice Department scrubs its website of news releases about Jan. 6 defendants
Crime|MidEast|World

South African Gaza flotilla activists allege they were shocked with electricity in Israeli detention

South African activists detained while trying to breach Israel's blockade of Gaza have alleged abuse by Israeli soldiers

South African Gaza flotilla activists allege they were shocked with electricity in Israeli detention
Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia preparing strike on Ukraine using hypersonic 'Oreshnik' missile, Zelenskiy says

Russia is preparing a strike against Ukraine using a hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday, citing intelligence from

Russia preparing strike on Ukraine using hypersonic 'Oreshnik' missile, Zelenskiy says
Travel|World

Hartsfield-Jackson enhances security with new barriers ahead of summer rush, World Cup

Hartsfield-Jackson enhances security with new barriers ahead of summer rush, World Cup

Hartsfield-Jackson enhances security with new barriers ahead of summer rush, World Cup
Health|Science|World

Suspected and confirmed measles deaths top 500 in Bangladesh

At least 86 children have died from confirmed measles infections in Bangladesh this year, and another 426 with symptoms consistent with the disease, health officials said on

Suspected and confirmed measles deaths top 500 in Bangladesh
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Tens of thousands march in Madrid to demand prime minister's resignation

At least seven police were injured in clashes with protesters, officials said, as tens of thousands of people marched through Madrid on Saturday, demanding the resignation

Tens of thousands march in Madrid to demand prime minister's resignation
Health|Science|Travel|World

US adds Atlanta area airport for Ebola screening, CDC says

Americans coming back from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda or South Sudan now have a second entry point for returning to the United States, with the CDC on

US adds Atlanta area airport for Ebola screening, CDC says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Bangladesh central bank unveils $4.9 billion in stimulus as growth slows

Bangladesh’s central bank on Saturday announced a 600 billion taka ($5 billion) stimulus package to revive shuttered factories and support businesses as economic growth slows

Bangladesh central bank unveils $4.9 billion in stimulus as growth slows
Americas|Business|Crime|Environment|World

1 person has died after blast at New York City shipyard that also injured 36 people, officials say.

One person has died after blast Friday at a New York City shipyard, officials say

1 person has died after blast at New York City shipyard that also injured 36 people, officials say.
Asia|Environment|World

China’s worst coal mining blast in over a decade kills 82

China’s worst coal mining blast in over a decade kills 82

China’s worst coal mining blast in over a decade kills 82
Crime|Europe|World

France bans Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir after 'unspeakable' flotilla detainee taunts

France has banned Israel’s far-right national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, citing his "unspeakable" behavior toward activists from a flotilla to Gaza

France bans Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir after 'unspeakable' flotilla detainee taunts
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Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties

U.S.

Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Russia says 18 killed in strike on student dorm that it blamed on Ukraine

The death toll from a drone strike on a student dorm in the Russian-controlled Luhansk region of eastern Ukraine has risen to 18, with many of the victims young women, Russian

Russia says 18 killed in strike on student dorm that it blamed on Ukraine
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties

U.S.

Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties
Business|Science|Technology|World

China's DeepSeek to make permanent 75% price cut on flagship V4‑Pro AI model

Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek will make permanent a 75% price cut on its flagship V4‑Pro artificial intelligence model, keeping prices at a quarter of their

China's DeepSeek to make permanent 75% price cut on flagship V4‑Pro AI model
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people, local officials say

Chinese local officials say that a gas explosion at a coal mine in northern Shanxi province has killed at least 82 people

Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people, local officials say
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Ukrainian drone attack triggers fire at a Russian oil terminal

A Ukrainian drone attack has caused a fire at a Russian oil terminal, according to officials in Russia’s Krasnodar region

Ukrainian drone attack triggers fire at a Russian oil terminal
MidEast|Political|World

Trump meets with national security officials as he weighs next steps on Iran

Trump meets with national security officials as he weighs next steps on Iran

Trump meets with national security officials as he weighs next steps on Iran
Environment|Science|World

Climate change threatens global plant species as habitats shrink

Some of the plants that make familiar landscapes recognizable may not survive by century's end

Climate change threatens global plant species as habitats shrink
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela

(Corrects details of 2024 election to say Machado's opposition movement was widely seen as the legitimate winner of the contest that Maduro was accused of rigging, instead of that she won the election

Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela
Environment|Science|US|World

Magnitude 6 earthquake strikes Hawaii’s Big Island; USGS assessing Kilauea volcano

An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 struck near Honaunau-Napoopoo on the Big Island of Hawaii late on Friday and the state's volcano observatory was assessing the Kilauea volcano, the

Magnitude 6 earthquake strikes Hawaii’s Big Island; USGS assessing Kilauea volcano
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Republican defiance over 'anti-weaponization' fund sets up confrontation with Trump

Republicans in the U.S.

Republican defiance over 'anti-weaponization' fund sets up confrontation with Trump
Business|Election|Europe|Political|World

Denmark's Frederiksen gets new chance to form government after centre-right talks fail

Denmark's King Frederik asked caretaker Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Saturday to make a fresh attempt to form a government after centre-right talks led by Defence

Denmark's Frederiksen gets new chance to form government after centre-right talks fail
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir banned from French territory

France has decided to ban Israel's far-right police minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from French territory, Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Saturday, adding that this

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir banned from French territory
Health|Science|World

Red Cross mourns death of three volunteers from Ebola in Congo

The Red Cross on Saturday paid tribute to three volunteers who are believed to have died after contracting Ebola while handling bodies and are among

Red Cross mourns death of three volunteers from Ebola in Congo
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ousted Turkish opposition leader calls for party congress in 40 days

The ousted leader of Turkey's main opposition party called on Saturday for a new party congress to be held as soon as possible - in some 40 days - after a

Ousted Turkish opposition leader calls for party congress in 40 days
MidEast|Political|World

Iran's top negotiator says Tehran will not compromise in talks with US

Iran's top negotiator, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, told Pakistani army chief Asim Munir during talks in Tehran on Saturday that the U.S. was not an honest

Iran's top negotiator says Tehran will not compromise in talks with US
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|US|World

This congressman's family was swept up in WWII Japanese detention. He sees a repeat in today's raids

Mark Takano can't help but see the parallels in U.S. history

This congressman's family was swept up in WWII Japanese detention. He sees a repeat in today's raids
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Sidelined on Iran and Venezuela, Gabbard instead pursued Trump’s Deep State grievances amid her own suspicions

Sidelined on Iran and Venezuela, Gabbard instead pursued Trump’s Deep State grievances amid her own suspicions

Sidelined on Iran and Venezuela, Gabbard instead pursued Trump’s Deep State grievances amid her own suspicions
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Some of China's deadliest coal mine accidents

A gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in China's northern Shanxi province late on Friday killed at least 90 people, making it China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16

Some of China's deadliest coal mine accidents
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

Nvidia says its forecast for $200 billion CPU market includes China

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said on Saturday that his forecast of a $200 billion market for CPUs includes China, signalling Nvidia still sees

Nvidia says its forecast for $200 billion CPU market includes China
Europe|Finance|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says proposal of associate EU membership 'unfair'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in a letter to EU leaders that a German proposal to grant Ukraine "associate" membership of the European Union was

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says proposal of associate EU membership 'unfair'
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‘Senators are not happy’: How Trump pushed the GOP to the breaking point this week

‘Senators are not happy’: How Trump pushed the GOP to the breaking point this week

‘Senators are not happy’: How Trump pushed the GOP to the breaking point this week
Environment|Science|World

Wildfire season is off to a historic start and it could get worse

Wildfire season is off to a historic start and it could get worse

Wildfire season is off to a historic start and it could get worse
Crime|Environment|Europe|Health|World

Pope Leo meets families of youth lost to illegal toxic waste dumping in Italy's 'Land of Fires'

Pope Leo XIV has visited families near Naples affected by illegal toxic dumping linked to the mafia

Pope Leo meets families of youth lost to illegal toxic waste dumping in Italy's 'Land of Fires'
Asia|Political|World

Hundreds rally in Taipei for defence spending after parliament cuts funds

Hundreds of people rallied in central Taipei on Saturday in support of government plans to increase defence spending, after the opposition controlled parliament approved

Hundreds rally in Taipei for defence spending after parliament cuts funds
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

EU must reform, consolidate, use joint debt to cope with spending needs, IMF says

European Union countries will face large bills for defence, energy and pensions in the next 15 years, the International Monetary Fund told EU finance

EU must reform, consolidate, use joint debt to cope with spending needs, IMF says
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Pope Leo decries 'dizzying' profits earned by companies that pollute

Pope Leo on Saturday called out companies who seek "dizzying" profits at the cost of environmental pollution, on a visit to an area

Pope Leo decries 'dizzying' profits earned by companies that pollute
Africa|Health|World

Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, bringing total to five

Uganda has confirmed three new cases of Ebola, bringing the total number of infections in the current outbreak there to five, the health ministry said on Saturday, as authorities

Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, bringing total to five
Environment|Health|Science|Technology|World

Thousands evacuated in Southern California due to failing chemical tank

Officials ordered tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes in the Los Angeles suburb of Garden Grove on Friday due to a failing chemical tank that was

Thousands evacuated in Southern California due to failing chemical tank
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Drone games put Ukraine's best military pilots to the test

In the sky over western Ukraine, a bullet-shaped P1-SUN interceptor drone dived towards its target as dozens of soldiers looked on.

Drone games put Ukraine's best military pilots to the test
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row

Japan's Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa said on Saturday there were no formal bilateral talks with China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, though the two had a brief

Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row
Economy|Political|World

Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?

U.S.

Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?
Asia|Business|Environment|Health|World

At least 90 dead in China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16 years

At least 90 people were killed in a gas explosion at a coal mine in China's northern province of Shanxi, the country's deadliest mining accident since at least 2009.

At least 90 dead in China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16 years
Business|Economy|Political|World

US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source says

U.S. arms sales to Taiwan take years to process and are unrelated to the war with Iran, a source familiar with the matter said, after a senior U.S. official suggested there was a

US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source says
Business|Science|Technology|Travel|World

SpaceX launches its biggest, most beefed-up Starship yet on a test flight

SpaceX has launched its biggest, most powerful Starship yet

SpaceX launches its biggest, most beefed-up Starship yet on a test flight
Economy|Europe|World

‘Time is not in Russia’s favor’: Battlefield losses and economic pain pile pressure on Putin, European spy chief says

‘Time is not in Russia’s favor’: Battlefield losses and economic pain pile pressure on Putin, European spy chief says

‘Time is not in Russia’s favor’: Battlefield losses and economic pain pile pressure on Putin, European spy chief says
Asia|Economy|Political|Travel|US|World

Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as US tries to reset strained ties

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in India ahead of a meeting next week with his counterparts from India, Australia, and Japan, members of the Indo-Pacific strategic alliance known as the Quad

Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as US tries to reset strained ties
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Gilgeous-Alexander, bench propel Thunder past Spurs 123-108 after historic slow start for 2-1 lead

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 26 points and 12 assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder climbed out of a 15-point hole minutes into the game to beat the San Antonio Spurs 123-108 on Friday night and take a 2-1 lead in their series

Gilgeous-Alexander, bench propel Thunder past Spurs 123-108 after historic slow start for 2-1 lead
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Law firm Fenwick agrees to pay $54 million in settlement over FTX work

Prominent U.S. law firm Fenwick & West, which advised FTX before its 2022

Law firm Fenwick agrees to pay $54 million in settlement over FTX work
Africa|Health|Science|World

Ugandans rue link to Bundibugyo, the Ebola virus type named after a district of cocoa farmers

Bundibugyo is the somewhat easy-to-mispronounce name of a species of Ebola

Ugandans rue link to Bundibugyo, the Ebola virus type named after a district of cocoa farmers
Political|Science|Technology|World

Conference at UN to review nuclear nonproliferation treaty fails to reach agreement

A four-week conference at the United Nations to review the treaty to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons has ended without an agreement as the United States and Iran spar over Iran's nuclear program

Conference at UN to review nuclear nonproliferation treaty fails to reach agreement
Business|Crime|Technology|US|World

Jury clears Boeing in 737 MAX fraud lawsuit

Boeing was found not guilty of hiding safety problems with 737 MAX jets sold to LOT Polish Airlines last decade, a jury ruled Friday in U.S.

Jury clears Boeing in 737 MAX fraud lawsuit
Economy|Political|World

World Bank document shows 27 countries seeking to ensure access to crisis funds

Twenty-seven countries have moved since the Iran war started to put in place crisis instruments that could quickly access funding from existing World

World Bank document shows 27 countries seeking to ensure access to crisis funds
Health|Science|World

US extends Ebola travel ban to Green Card holders

The United States on Friday temporarily banned the entry of lawful permanent residents who have been in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda or

US extends Ebola travel ban to Green Card holders
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Argentina to gradually eliminate taxes on some industrial exports

Argentina will gradually lower its export taxes for certain industrial sectors to zero in the 12 months starting this July, the economy ministry said on Friday.

Argentina to gradually eliminate taxes on some industrial exports
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Senegal president sacks PM Sonko, dissolves government after months of friction

Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Friday dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government, a move that risks

Senegal president sacks PM Sonko, dissolves government after months of friction
Crime|World

Freed Gaza flotilla activists accuse Israeli forces of sexual violence and abuse while in custody

Freed Gaza flotilla activists accuse Israeli forces of sexual violence and abuse while in custody

Freed Gaza flotilla activists accuse Israeli forces of sexual violence and abuse while in custody
World

Trump administration upends green card process, potentially compelling hundreds of thousands to leave US to apply

Trump administration upends green card process, potentially compelling hundreds of thousands to leave US to apply

Trump administration upends green card process, potentially compelling hundreds of thousands to leave US to apply
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

No talks currently planned between Trump and Taiwan’s Lai, sources say

The U.S. and Taiwan have not made concrete plans for talks between their presidents, four people

No talks currently planned between Trump and Taiwan’s Lai, sources say
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms

The U.S.

US tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms
Health|Science|Technology|World

Experimental treatments could help US Ebola patient

The U.S. missionary who tested positive for Ebola and is undergoing treatment in a German hospital has been given drugs aimed at reducing disease

Experimental treatments could help US Ebola patient
Crime|Political|US|World

Audit finds over 70% increase in federal immigration arrests in NYC under Trump

New York City experienced a more than 70% increase in federal immigration arrests since U.S.

Audit finds over 70% increase in federal immigration arrests in NYC under Trump
Americas|Economy|Health|Political|World

Bolivia to open 'humanitarian corridors' on Saturday to move supplies through blockades

Bolivia police and armed forces will open "humanitarian corridors" on Saturday in the country's La Paz department in order for supplies to move past blockades, the

Bolivia to open 'humanitarian corridors' on Saturday to move supplies through blockades
Health|Science|Travel|World

Americans exposed to hantavirus on ship enjoy some Nebraska hospitality while waiting in quarantine

The 18 American passengers who were exposed to hantavirus on a cruise ship are getting a taste of Nebraska hospitality as they wait to find out how much longer they will have to remain in quarantine at the hospital in Omaha

Americans exposed to hantavirus on ship enjoy some Nebraska hospitality while waiting in quarantine
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Flotilla activists describe beatings, tasers and mistreatment by Israeli forces

Activists detained after their flotilla tried to breach Israel's naval blockade of Gaza have reported mistreatment by Israeli soldiers

Flotilla activists describe beatings, tasers and mistreatment by Israeli forces
Crime|Education|Health|US|World

Behavior of teen in mosque shooting led police to seize family guns a year before attack

Court records reveal new details about one of two teenagers who killed three people at a San Diego mosque

Behavior of teen in mosque shooting led police to seize family guns a year before attack
Crime|Education|World

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil to appeal to US Supreme Court to avoid re-arrest

A lawyer for Columbia University graduate Mahmoud Khalil vowed on Friday to take his case to the U.S.

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil to appeal to US Supreme Court to avoid re-arrest
Crime|US|World

Democrats demand Rubio explain visa for wanted former Polish official

Two top U.S.

Democrats demand Rubio explain visa for wanted former Polish official
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks climb, yields dip as investors focus on some progress in US-Iran talks

Major stock indexes rose and Treasury yields eased on Friday as investors weighed the likelihood of a near-term deal to

Stocks climb, yields dip as investors focus on some progress in US-Iran talks
US|World

Trump administration to force foreigners in the US to apply for a green card abroad

The Trump administration is announcing a new policy that requires foreigners in the U.S. to leave and apply for a green card from their home country

Trump administration to force foreigners in the US to apply for a green card abroad
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US regulators sign off on large bank 'living wills'

A pair of U.S. banking regulators have signed off on plans submitted by the nation's largest banks detailing how they could be safely unwound in

US regulators sign off on large bank 'living wills'
Business|Economy|World

Mexico, EU sign stalled trade deal as they aim to diversify from US

Mexico and the European Union signed a long-stalled free trade agreement on Friday as they seek to decrease dependence

Mexico, EU sign stalled trade deal as they aim to diversify from US
Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s health

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as President Trump’s director of national intelligence, citing her husband's battle with cancer

The Latest: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s health
Health|Science|World

Congo curtails funeral wakes in Ebola outbreak as WHO upgrades risk assessment

Authorities in northeastern Congo have banned funeral wakes and gatherings of more than 50 people to curb a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak

Congo curtails funeral wakes in Ebola outbreak as WHO upgrades risk assessment
Americas|Crime|US|World

Judge dismisses criminal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported

A human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia in Tennessee has been dismissed without a trial

Judge dismisses criminal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported
Business|Crime|Education|Finance|Political|World

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil wants Supreme Court to weigh in on deportation fight

Former Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers say they'll ask the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene after a federal appeals court declined to reconsider a decision that put the government a step closer to deporting him

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil wants Supreme Court to weigh in on deportation fight
Europe|World

Rubio aims to ease tensions with NATO allies as Trump confounds them with abrupt decisions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio already faced a difficult task in soothing NATO allies anxious about President Donald Trump's often-abrupt announcements

Rubio aims to ease tensions with NATO allies as Trump confounds them with abrupt decisions
World

Rubio reports 'slight progress' in Iran talks as Pakistan renews efforts to mediate a peace deal

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says “slight progress” has been made during talks with Iran

Rubio reports 'slight progress' in Iran talks as Pakistan renews efforts to mediate a peace deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street keeps rising, even as U.S. households keep getting more discouraged

The split between Wall Street and most U.S. households keeps growing wider

Wall Street keeps rising, even as U.S. households keep getting more discouraged
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-prosecutor and other Trump critics sue to block payouts from $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund

A coalition of President Donald Trump's critics is suing to block payouts from a new $1.8 billion settlement fund for Trump allies claiming to be victims of a weaponized government

Ex-prosecutor and other Trump critics sue to block payouts from $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund
World

US tells foreigners seeking green cards: Return to your countries to apply

Foreigners seeking to adjust their immigration status in the United States to secure green cards will have to do so from outside the country via the State

US tells foreigners seeking green cards: Return to your countries to apply
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

ECB rebuffs proposals to boost euro stablecoins as too risky

The European Central Bank warned European Union finance ministers on Friday that proposals to issue more euro stablecoins could

ECB rebuffs proposals to boost euro stablecoins as too risky
Business|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Trump says he will not attend son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding

U.S.

Trump says he will not attend son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

First USMCA negotiations to focus on content rules, economic security, Greer says

U.S.

First USMCA negotiations to focus on content rules, economic security, Greer says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

USTR Greer sees no immediate chip tariffs but says protection important for sector

U.S.

USTR Greer sees no immediate chip tariffs but says protection important for sector
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World

Leaks, demands and a phone call: how Estée Lauder's Puig deal fell apart

U.S. cosmetics maker Estée Lauder and Spanish perfume group Puig had been finalising the details of a deal when talks

Leaks, demands and a phone call: how Estée Lauder's Puig deal fell apart
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

US Secretary of State Rubio sees progress in Iran talks, more work to be done

The United States has seen some progress towards a deal with Iran but more work is required, Secretary of State Marco

US Secretary of State Rubio sees progress in Iran talks, more work to be done
Political|US|World

Gabbard resigns as Trump's top US intelligence official

Tulsi Gabbard said on Friday she was resigning from her job as President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence, saying her

Gabbard resigns as Trump's top US intelligence official
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Wall Street rises, Dow hits record high as Middle East hopes lift sentiment

U.S. stocks rose on Friday, with the Dow reaching a record closing high, as investors cheered signs of progress in talks

Wall Street rises, Dow hits record high as Middle East hopes lift sentiment
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil blocks more spending, widens 2026 deficit view

Brazil's government announced on Friday a fresh 22.1 billion reais ($4.40 billion) spending block to comply with an expenditure growth cap in its fiscal framework, adding

Brazil blocks more spending, widens 2026 deficit view
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Lula leads Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil election poll after Banco Master scandal

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva leads opposition Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in the race for this year's presidential election, gaining ground after reports

Lula leads Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil election poll after Banco Master scandal
Crime|Political|World

US judge dismisses Kilmar Abrego indictment, finding DOJ abused power

A U.S. judge dismissed an indictment against Salvadoran migrant Kilmar Abrego on Friday, finding that the Trump administration abused its power by prosecuting

US judge dismisses Kilmar Abrego indictment, finding DOJ abused power
Health|Political|US|World

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband's health

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as President Donald Trump’s director of national intelligence, saying she needed to leave office as her husband battles cancer

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband's health
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump's Cuba strategy echoes his Venezuela playbook. But there are key differences

The Trump administration’s strategy against Cuba is looking a lot like the playbook for Venezuela

Trump's Cuba strategy echoes his Venezuela playbook. But there are key differences
Europe|Political|World

Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aid

A bipartisan group of senators is pushing back on delays by the Department of Defense in sending roughly $600 million in security aid to Ukraine and other allies in eastern Europe

Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aid
Health|Political|US|World

Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as director of national intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as director of national intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as director of national intelligence
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Blanche at center of Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump

In pushing to prove his loyalty to President Donald Trump, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has agitated the same Republican lawmakers whose votes he may need to secure the permanent job

Blanche at center of Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump
Health|Political|Science|World

Protesters attack DRC treatment center as the WHO warns violence is threatening Ebola efforts

Protesters attack DRC treatment center as the WHO warns violence is threatening Ebola efforts

Protesters attack DRC treatment center as the WHO warns violence is threatening Ebola efforts
Arts|Crime|US|World

Confederate statues returning to Baltimore spark community debate

Confederate statues returning to Baltimore spark community debate

Confederate statues returning to Baltimore spark community debate
Education|Entertainment|Political|Travel|World

Advocates celebrate 230th anniversary of Ona Judge's escape from enslavement by George Washington

Advocates for telling the whole truth of American history are celebrating the legacy of Ona Judge, from her footprints in Philadelphia to her face in New Hampshire

Advocates celebrate 230th anniversary of Ona Judge's escape from enslavement by George Washington
Europe|Political|World

Le Pen says France should quit NATO command structure

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen said on Friday she would withdraw France from NATO's integrated military command if elected

Le Pen says France should quit NATO command structure
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Slovenia approves Jansa as PM-designate, paving way for reforms

Slovenia’s parliament approved right-leaning leader Janez Jansa as prime minister-designate on Friday, paving the way for a new government that has pledged tax reliefs,

Slovenia approves Jansa as PM-designate, paving way for reforms
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Court ruling adds to crackdown on Turkey's main opposition CHP

A Turkish court ruling to effectively oust opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has inflamed a political crisis, rattled financial markets and could

Court ruling adds to crackdown on Turkey's main opposition CHP
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Iran's intensified closure of Strait of Hormuz piles misery on stranded sailors

Iran's publication of a new map asserting its control over the Strait of Hormuz risks extending an already punishing ordeal for thousands of

Iran's intensified closure of Strait of Hormuz piles misery on stranded sailors
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Technology|US|World

Trump official tried to ban half of US voting machines, citing conspiracy theories

U.S.

Trump official tried to ban half of US voting machines, citing conspiracy theories
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Logistics giants urge EU to phase in low-value package duty rules

DHL, FedEx and UPS urged European Union finance ministers to phase in new duty rules on low-value packages on Friday, warning of supply chain

Logistics giants urge EU to phase in low-value package duty rules
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says he expects US proposals on new formats for peace talks

Diplomatic efforts to end Russia's war in Ukraine should be reinvigorated, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday, adding that he expected new U.S. proposals on how that

Zelenskiy says he expects US proposals on new formats for peace talks
Americas|Europe|Political|World

NATO allies bewildered by Trump's about-face on US troop moves in Europe

NATO allies and defense officials have expressed bewilderment at U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that he would send 5,000 U.S. troops to Poland

NATO allies bewildered by Trump's about-face on US troop moves in Europe
Business|Economy|World

Oil prices settle higher on slow progress in US-Iran peace talks

Oil prices climbed on Friday, as investors worried that the U.S. and Iran would be unable to reach a peace agreement that would allow shipping traffic to

Oil prices settle higher on slow progress in US-Iran peace talks
Europe|Political|World

Denmark's centre-right coalition talks break down, prolonging political deadlock

Denmark's acting Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen's attempt to form a centre-right government broke down on Friday, he said, prolonging a post-election stalemate in

Denmark's centre-right coalition talks break down, prolonging political deadlock
Business|Economy|Political|World

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump's bid for greater control over the independent bank

President Donald Trump has overseen the White House swearing-in of the new Federal Reserve chair

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump's bid for greater control over the independent bank
Economy|World

Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy

Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy

Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy
Europe|Political|World

UK's RIAT airshow cancelled because of Iran war

The Royal International Air Tattoo, one of the world's largest defence shows, has been cancelled due to military operations linked to the Iran war, it said on Friday.

UK's RIAT airshow cancelled because of Iran war
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US appeals court revives $82 million of verdict against Ford in trade secrets case

A U.S. appeals court on Friday revived $82.2 million of a $104.6 million verdict that Versata Software won against Ford for breaching a licensing

US appeals court revives $82 million of verdict against Ford in trade secrets case
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar near six-week high amid Iran war jitters

The dollar held near six-week highs on Friday as traders weighed the prospects of a near-term deal to end the Middle East war

Dollar near six-week high amid Iran war jitters
Business|Economy|World

Angst over rising cost of living pushes US consumer sentiment to record low

U.S. consumer sentiment fell to a record low in May as surging gasoline prices linked to the Iran war intensified affordability concerns, highlighting

Angst over rising cost of living pushes US consumer sentiment to record low
Economy|Political|World

Western powers press Israel to rein in settlers, halt expansion

Israel must halt the expansion of settlements in the West Bank and curb growing settler violence, seven major Western nations said on Friday, accusing the Israeli government

Western powers press Israel to rein in settlers, halt expansion
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European shares end at more than one-month high on tech boost

European shares finished at their highest in over a month on Friday, led by technology stocks as risk sentiment got a lift on expectations

European shares end at more than one-month high on tech boost
Economy|Health|Science|World

Congo province bans funeral wakes to contain Ebola's spread

The eastern Democratic Republic of Congo province most affected by the country's Ebola outbreak banned funeral

Congo province bans funeral wakes to contain Ebola's spread
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Swiss widen sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures

Switzerland expanded its sanctions lists against Russia and Belarus on Friday, adopting parts of the European Union's latest package of measures over Moscow's war in Ukraine

Swiss widen sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures
Africa|Health|Science|World

WHO Africa head warns against underestimating risk of Ebola spread

It would be a mistake to underestimate the risk posed by the Ebola outbreak, the WHO regional director for Africa said on Friday, warning that just one case

WHO Africa head warns against underestimating risk of Ebola spread
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

France readies UN resolution on Hormuz as vote on US text stalls

France has drafted a U.N.

France readies UN resolution on Hormuz as vote on US text stalls
Science|Technology|US|World

US releases second batch of government declassified UFO files

The U.S.

US releases second batch of government declassified UFO files
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Putin accuses Ukraine of deadly attack on student dorm, orders military to prepare options

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday ordered his military to prepare options to retaliate against Ukraine for what he described as a

Putin accuses Ukraine of deadly attack on student dorm, orders military to prepare options
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A PDF let the internet hear the final words in the cockpit of a UPS plane as it crashed. The NTSB now wants it taken down

A PDF let the internet hear the final words in the cockpit of a UPS plane as it crashed. The NTSB now wants it taken down

A PDF let the internet hear the final words in the cockpit of a UPS plane as it crashed. The NTSB now wants it taken down
Crime|Europe|World

Freed Gaza flotilla activists allege Israeli abuse including rape

Activists released from Israeli custody after being detained on a flotilla trying to bring aid to Gaza were

Freed Gaza flotilla activists allege Israeli abuse including rape
Environment|Political|Travel|World

An all-women Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure US allies

A bipartisan group of senators is departing for a tour of Arctic nations to reassure U

An all-women Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure US allies
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Waymo pauses driverless car service in Atlanta and Texas ahead of potentially dangerous storms

Waymo has suspended driverless car services in Atlanta and Texas after one of its vehicles was stranded by flooding during heavy rains that will likely also hinder travel in a large swath of the U

Waymo pauses driverless car service in Atlanta and Texas ahead of potentially dangerous storms
Health|Political|Science|World

US funding cuts have hampered response to the deadly Ebola crisis, aid workers say

US funding cuts have hampered response to the deadly Ebola crisis, aid workers say

US funding cuts have hampered response to the deadly Ebola crisis, aid workers say
Entertainment|World

Bangladesh’s rare ‘Donald Trump’ buffalo becomes Eid sensation

A rare albino buffalo with flowing blond hair has become an unlikely celebrity in Bangladesh ahead of the Eid al-Adha festival, drawing crowds of curious visitors who say the

Bangladesh’s rare ‘Donald Trump’ buffalo becomes Eid sensation
Sports|World

Pep Guardiola leaving Manchester City after the season: 'It's my time'

Pep Guardiola is leaving Manchester City at the end of the season

Pep Guardiola leaving Manchester City after the season: 'It's my time'
Sports|US|World

Two fighter jets collide at Idaho air show

Four men safely ejected from their jet fighters after the two planes collided during an air show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho.

Two fighter jets collide at Idaho air show
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Belarusian journalist falls dangerously ill in prison, relatives say, urging for him to be released

An imprisoned Belarusian journalist's relatives say he has fallen seriously ill

Belarusian journalist falls dangerously ill in prison, relatives say, urging for him to be released
Environment|Sports|Travel|World

Everest record-holder Kami Rita Sherpa urges limit on climbers as crowds swell on the peak

A renowned Mount Everest guide who scaled the peak a record 32nd time this week says there's an urgent need to limit climbers on the summit

Everest record-holder Kami Rita Sherpa urges limit on climbers as crowds swell on the peak
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says he’s sending 5,000 troops to Poland, deepening confusion over US military deployments to Europe

Trump says he’s sending 5,000 troops to Poland, deepening confusion over US military deployments to Europe

Trump says he’s sending 5,000 troops to Poland, deepening confusion over US military deployments to Europe
Europe|World

Former premier Attal enters race for French president, sparking battle for centrist vote

Former French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal on Friday formally launched his bid for the presidency, joining a crowded cast of centrist candidates who risk being

Former premier Attal enters race for French president, sparking battle for centrist vote
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High gas prices, cost of living send US consumer sentiment to all-time low

High gas prices, cost of living send US consumer sentiment to all-time low

High gas prices, cost of living send US consumer sentiment to all-time low
Africa|Health|Science|World

Volunteers go door-to-door in Congo to tackle Ebola rumors, Red Cross says

Volunteers are going door-to-door to combat misinformation about Ebola in the area at the centre of the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo,

Volunteers go door-to-door in Congo to tackle Ebola rumors, Red Cross says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan says it has not been told by US of arms sales delays

Taiwan's government said on Friday it had not received any information about U.S. arms sales delays, after a senior U.S. official suggested there was a pause due to the need

Taiwan says it has not been told by US of arms sales delays
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St rises at open, Dow hits record high

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Friday with the Dow hitting an intraday record high as investors watched for progress in talks to end the nearly three-month Middle East

Wall St rises at open, Dow hits record high
Health|Science|Technology|World

WHO raises risk of Ebola outbreak in Congo to 'very high' at national level

The World Health Organization has raised the risk of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola turning into a national outbreak in the Democratic

WHO raises risk of Ebola outbreak in Congo to 'very high' at national level
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Manchester United makes Carrick permanent coach on 2-year contract

Michael Carrick has been handed a two-year contract by Manchester United after passing his audition for the job of head coach

Manchester United makes Carrick permanent coach on 2-year contract
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Canada March retail sales grow 0.9%; seen up 0.6% in April

Canada's retail sales in March grew by 0.9%, beating expectations, to C$72.67 billion  ($52.64 billion) primarily led by sales at gasoline stations and fuel vendors, as

Canada March retail sales grow 0.9%; seen up 0.6% in April
Europe|Political|World

Mussolini-themed ads against Meloni spark political row in Italy

Huge advertisements posted in Italian train stations linking Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni with fascist leader Benito Mussolini have stoked social media

Mussolini-themed ads against Meloni spark political row in Italy
Crime|Political|World

Cubans gather before US embassy in Havana to protest Raul Castro indictment

Thousands of Cubans gathered on Friday before the U.S. embassy in Havana to protest a U.S. decision to indict former president Raul Castro over the downing

Cubans gather before US embassy in Havana to protest Raul Castro indictment
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Portugal says budget balance 'extremely difficult' after huge storm costs

Portugal will find it extremely difficult to achieve a balanced budget this year after storms in January and February cost the state €2 billion ($2.3 billion), or about 0.6%

Portugal says budget balance 'extremely difficult' after huge storm costs
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dow hits first intraday record high since February

The Dow Jones Industrial Average hit an intraday record high on Friday, its first since the U.S.-Iran war began, as AI-driven trade and market optimism over negotiations to end the

Dow hits first intraday record high since February
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Carney stresses importance of Alberta after separation vote announcement

Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday stressed Alberta's importance to Canada, a day after the oil-rich province announced a non-binding referendum on whether its residents

Carney stresses importance of Alberta after separation vote announcement
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Trafigura plans to withdraw LME copper stocks ahead of US tariff ruling, sources say

Commodity trader Trafigura plans to take large amounts of copper from London Metal Exchange warehouses in New Orleans, two industry

Trafigura plans to withdraw LME copper stocks ahead of US tariff ruling, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mexico economy shrinks in first quarter, but beats bleakest forecasts

Mexico's economy shrank 0.6% in the first quarter from the previous three-month period, data from the national statistics agency INEGI showed

Mexico economy shrinks in first quarter, but beats bleakest forecasts
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed's Waller's ready to axe 'easing bias,' says rate-cut talk now is 'crazy'

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, an influential voice in policymaking who until recently had advocated for lower

Fed's Waller's ready to axe 'easing bias,' says rate-cut talk now is 'crazy'
MidEast|Political|US|World

Rubio cites some progress on Iran talks but "we're not there yet"

The United States has seen some progress in talks with Iran and is in constant communication with the Pakistani mediators, but there is more work to be done,

Rubio cites some progress on Iran talks but "we're not there yet"