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Case filed against Equatorial Guinea for sending US deportees to nations where they face persecution

Rights lawyers have filed a case against Equatorial Guinea before Africa’s top human rights body

Case filed against Equatorial Guinea for sending US deportees to nations where they face persecution
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Hungary to unveil anti-corruption reforms needed to release EU funding next week

Hungary's government will submit to parliament next week anti-corruption legislation needed to release billions of euros worth of suspended European

Hungary to unveil anti-corruption reforms needed to release EU funding next week
Economy|Europe|Political|World

US questions its Bosnia involvement as peace envoy selection stalls

The United States warned on Friday that it would reconsider its role in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) after the international body overseeing the Balkan country's peace

US questions its Bosnia involvement as peace envoy selection stalls
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says Putin has been briefed on Zelenskiy letter

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been informed about an open letter from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told Izvestia news

Kremlin says Putin has been briefed on Zelenskiy letter
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Thailand to join UN maritime arbitration with Cambodia, halts other two-way talks

Thailand said on Friday it will join a U.N. arbitration process chosen by Cambodia to resolve a festering maritime boundary dispute, but put on hold for

Thailand to join UN maritime arbitration with Cambodia, halts other two-way talks
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary to stop issuing worker visas to people from three countries starting Friday

Hungary's government will stop issuing worker visas to employees from the Philippines, Georgia and Armenia from Friday, a government spokeswoman said, calling the move a

Hungary to stop issuing worker visas to people from three countries starting Friday
Economy|Political|World

Peru’s June 7 presidential runoff

Peruvians head to the polls on June 7 for a presidential runoff between leftist Roberto Sanchez and conservative Keiko Fujimori, after a fractured first round in April whose results

Peru’s June 7 presidential runoff
Political|World

UN doubles Lebanon aid appeal as war drives surge in humanitarian needs

The United Nations on Friday said it is doubling the amount of money it says it needs to help Lebanon meet surging humanitarian needs, as the war

UN doubles Lebanon aid appeal as war drives surge in humanitarian needs
Europe|Political|World

Russian nationalists slam Zelenskiy letter as PR stunt designed to stir discontent

Russian nationalists dismissed on Friday an open letter penned by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to President Vladimir Putin as a malicious public

Russian nationalists slam Zelenskiy letter as PR stunt designed to stir discontent
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US Senate passes $70 billion in new funds for ICE, Border Patrol

The U.S.

US Senate passes $70 billion in new funds for ICE, Border Patrol
Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|Sports

With World Cup, Atlanta seeks to show how it has moved on from 1990s notoriety

When Atlanta hosted the 1996 Olympics, police were accused of arresting homeless people by the thousands.

With World Cup, Atlanta seeks to show how it has moved on from 1990s notoriety
Business|Crime|Political|World

Former Tibet government head sentenced to life in prison

Che Dalha, the former government head of the Tibet Autonomous Region, has been sentenced to life in prison over corruption, China's official Xinhua news agency reported on

Former Tibet government head sentenced to life in prison
MidEast|Political|World

Trump's 'crazy' rebuke undercuts Netanyahu at a critical moment

Benjamin Netanyahu

Trump's 'crazy' rebuke undercuts Netanyahu at a critical moment
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Former Prince Andrew made money subletting cottages on his rent-free estate, report shows

A report by Britain's public spending watchdog shows that the former Prince Andrew made money by subletting cottages on the estate where he lived rent-free for two decades

Former Prince Andrew made money subletting cottages on his rent-free estate, report shows
Asia|Election|Political|World

South Korea election chief quits over ballot paper shortages

The head of South Korea's National Election Commission (NEC) said on Friday he would step down to take responsibility for a shortage of ballot

South Korea election chief quits over ballot paper shortages
Crime|Europe|Political|World

JD Vance blames UK student murder on 'mass invasion of migrants'

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JD Vance blames UK student murder on 'mass invasion of migrants'
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK running out of time to boost defence as investment plan stalls, military chief warns

Britain is running out of time to boost its defences in response to the threat posed by recent Russian actions, the country's military chief said on Friday,

UK running out of time to boost defence as investment plan stalls, military chief warns
Political|Travel|World

New Zealand to raise lawmakers' travel ban directly with China, PM Luxon says

New Zealand will directly raise China's "entirely inappropriate" ban on four lawmakers who visited Taiwan with Beijing, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said on Friday.

New Zealand to raise lawmakers' travel ban directly with China, PM Luxon says
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will travel to North Korea next week in first visit since 2019

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will travel to North Korea next week in what will be his first visit in years

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will travel to North Korea next week in first visit since 2019
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Indonesia's central bank to prepare regulations reflecting wider mandate

Indonesia's central bank will prepare technical regulations that reflect its wider mandate to support economic growth following the passage of a sweeping new financial

Indonesia's central bank to prepare regulations reflecting wider mandate
Economy|Political|World

Hezbollah rejection clouds Lebanon ceasefire and prospects for ending Iran war

The Iran-backed Hezbollah militia rejected a new ceasefire in Lebanon on Thursday and Israel said it would not withdraw troops from

Hezbollah rejection clouds Lebanon ceasefire and prospects for ending Iran war
Political|Travel|World

China's Xi to visit North Korea in push for deeper ties

China said on Friday President Xi Jinping would visit North Korea on a two-day trip from June 8, his first in nearly seven years

China's Xi to visit North Korea in push for deeper ties
Crime|Election|Political|US

Report details allegations of unsettling behavior toward women by Graham Platner

Report details allegations of unsettling behavior toward women by Graham Platner

Report details allegations of unsettling behavior toward women by Graham Platner
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump's latest tariff salvo no fix for global issue of forced labour

President Donald Trump's threat to slap new tariffs on trade partners the U.S. accuses of failing to crack down

Trump's latest tariff salvo no fix for global issue of forced labour
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin says Russia will bolster its air defenses in response to Ukrainian drone attacks

President Vladimir Putin says Russia will strengthen its air defenses to counter recent Ukrainian drone attacks

Putin says Russia will bolster its air defenses in response to Ukrainian drone attacks
Political|Travel|World

China’s Xi Jinping to make rare trip to North Korea next week

China’s Xi Jinping to make rare trip to North Korea next week

China’s Xi Jinping to make rare trip to North Korea next week
Asia|Election|Finance|Political|World

Malaysia PM Anwar facing crucial test of support as two states call early elections

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's ruling coalition will face a test of its public support amid signs of internal tensions after two states this week called snap

Malaysia PM Anwar facing crucial test of support as two states call early elections
Economy|Political|US|World

US House backs Russia sanctions, Ukraine aid, in latest blow to Trump

The U.S.

US House backs Russia sanctions, Ukraine aid, in latest blow to Trump
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US sanctions Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel in latest move to pressure island's leadership

The United States has imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, his wife and three other individuals

US sanctions Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel in latest move to pressure island's leadership
Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea's Kim calls for 'exponential' nuclear expansion after inspecting new plant, KCNA says

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called for an "exponential" expansion of the country's atomic arsenal during a visit to a newly operational nuclear material

North Korea's Kim calls for 'exponential' nuclear expansion after inspecting new plant, KCNA says
Political|US|World

Republicans debate limits on $1.8B Trump settlement in late-night Senate session

Senate Republicans are working toward passage of legislation to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agencies

Republicans debate limits on $1.8B Trump settlement in late-night Senate session
Economy|Election|Finance|Political

California's slow ballot count makes it a target for critics. It doesn't mean elections are rigged

Days after the state’s primary, California voters are in a familiar position -- waiting to find out which candidates will go on to the general election in their most high-profile races, for governor and Los Angeles mayor

California's slow ballot count makes it a target for critics. It doesn't mean elections are rigged
Crime|Election|Political|US

Graham Platner denies an ex-girlfriend's report that he once twisted her arm, held her in a room

An ex-girlfriend alleges U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner repeatedly grabbed her hard enough to leave marks, pulled her from a cab by the wrist, and, in one incident, twisted her arm behind her back and held her in a room when they dated more than a decade ago

Graham Platner denies an ex-girlfriend's report that he once twisted her arm, held her in a room
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

House approves Ukraine aid and Russian sanctions, defying Trump and GOP leaders

House approves Ukraine aid and Russian sanctions, defying Trump and GOP leaders

House approves Ukraine aid and Russian sanctions, defying Trump and GOP leaders
Economy|Europe|Political|World

House passes bill to aid Ukraine and impose new sanctions on Russia

The House has passed a bill to aid Ukraine and sanction key segments of the Russian economy

House passes bill to aid Ukraine and impose new sanctions on Russia
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Trump cuts off funds to Hawaii Medicaid fraud unit over lack of cases

Hawaii's attorney general stands to lose around $3 million in federal funding to fight Medicaid fraud after failing to consistently bring criminal cases,  the Trump

Trump cuts off funds to Hawaii Medicaid fraud unit over lack of cases
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says he will not nominate Pulte to be permanent intelligence chief

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Trump says he will not nominate Pulte to be permanent intelligence chief
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy, in open letter, invites Putin to talks to end the war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy published an open letter to President Vladimir Putin on Thursday in which he proposed the two leaders meet to agree an end to more than

Zelenskiy, in open letter, invites Putin to talks to end the war
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

Water begins refilling Reflecting Pool after Trump's renovation to repaint it 'American flag blue'

President Donald Trump has announced that water has begun refilling the recently renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Water begins refilling Reflecting Pool after Trump's renovation to repaint it 'American flag blue'
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Karen Read sues the police agencies that investigated her Boston police boyfriend's death

Karen Read has filed a lawsuit against the Massachusetts State Police and the town of Canton, alleging misconduct, negligence and failures in oversight during the investigation that led to her prosecution in the death of her Boston police officer boyfriend

Karen Read sues the police agencies that investigated her Boston police boyfriend's death
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Trump administration imposes sanctions on Cuban president

Trump administration imposes sanctions on Cuban president

Trump administration imposes sanctions on Cuban president
Crime|Political|US|World

Minnesotans whose loved ones were killed by police condemn state GOP for praying for Derek Chauvin

Outraged Minnesota residents with loved ones who died at the hands of police are demanding accountability over the state's Republican Party holding a public prayer for the former police officer in prison for murdering George Floyd

Minnesotans whose loved ones were killed by police condemn state GOP for praying for Derek Chauvin
Arts|Political|US|World

Kennedy Center orders staff to remove Trump’s name

Kennedy Center orders staff to remove Trump’s name

Kennedy Center orders staff to remove Trump’s name
Europe|Political|World

EU considers limiting protection for Ukrainian men of fighting age

EU ministers on Thursday broadly supported a proposal to limit access to temporary protection for Ukrainian men of military age, Sweden’s migration minister said.

EU considers limiting protection for Ukrainian men of fighting age
Entertainment|Political|Sports|US

Trump says he will attend NBA Finals game in New York to root for his hometown Knicks

President Donald Trump is planning to attend an NBA Finals game in New York next week to root for his hometown Knicks

Trump says he will attend NBA Finals game in New York to root for his hometown Knicks
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|US|World

US says it is ramping up emergency assistance in Bolivia amid protests

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US says it is ramping up emergency assistance in Bolivia amid protests
Political|US|World

Trump says he thinks progress is being made on Lebanon

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday he believed progress was being made between Israel and Lebanon and that Lebanon deserved to have peace.

Trump says he thinks progress is being made on Lebanon
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

French billionaire Sterin lays bare right‑wing agenda in first public hearing

French billionaire Pierre-Edouard Sterin used his first appearance before lawmakers on Thursday to lay out his campaign to bring free-market and conservative

French billionaire Sterin lays bare right‑wing agenda in first public hearing
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US imposes sanctions on Cuban president, Treasury website shows

The U.S. on Thursday imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel and some affiliated people and entities, the U.S.

US imposes sanctions on Cuban president, Treasury website shows
Business|Economy|Education|Political|US|World

Trump to build Lincoln Memorial promenade as part of Washington revamp

President Donald Trump said on Thursday that a promenade will be built onto the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, the latest in a series of construction projects he has

Trump to build Lincoln Memorial promenade as part of Washington revamp
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump directs hundreds of millions of dollars to support coal using emergency powers

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he is directing hundreds of millions of dollars to support U.S. coal power plants and to

Trump directs hundreds of millions of dollars to support coal using emergency powers
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Trump plans to attend Game 3 of NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden

Trump plans to attend Game 3 of NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden

Trump plans to attend Game 3 of NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump announces $700 million in new support for struggling coal industry

President Donald Trump is again seeking to boost the struggling U.S. coal industry

Trump announces $700 million in new support for struggling coal industry
Arts|Political|World

Kennedy Center moves to erase Trump references after judge said they were illegally added

The Kennedy Center is removing references to President Donald Trump after a federal judge ruled they were added illegally

Kennedy Center moves to erase Trump references after judge said they were illegally added
Health|Political|World

Ruto says US plan to build Ebola facility in Kenya is the 'right thing'

Kenyan President William Ruto on Thursday said his government was doing "the right thing" by allowing the United States to set up an Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya

Ruto says US plan to build Ebola facility in Kenya is the 'right thing'
Political|US|World

Trump says he does not need deal with Iran to get enriched uranium

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said that Washington did not need a deal with Iran to get enriched uranium from the country. "We could get it right now.

Trump says he does not need deal with Iran to get enriched uranium
Election|Europe|Political|World

Labour mayor Burnham signals he would run in leadership contest against UK's Starmer

Labour mayor Andy Burnham signalled on Thursday he would run in any leadership race against Prime Minister Keir Starmer, saying that if he won a local election later this

Labour mayor Burnham signals he would run in leadership contest against UK's Starmer
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin sticks to hardline stance on war in Ukraine, but says Trump ideas could bring peace

President Vladimir Putin stuck to his hardline stance on the war in Ukraine on Thursday and said his troops were advancing on the battlefield

Putin sticks to hardline stance on war in Ukraine, but says Trump ideas could bring peace
Arts|Political|US|World

Planning commission seeks more details on Trump’s planned 250-foot arch near the Lincoln Memorial

The National Capital Planning Commission wants more details on President Donald Trump's proposal for a triumphal arch in Washington, D.C. The commission voted Thursday to seek additional information on the planned structure's impact on air navigation and traffic around the area between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery where the 250-foot arch is planned

Planning commission seeks more details on Trump’s planned 250-foot arch near the Lincoln Memorial
Political|Science|Technology

US House lawmakers release draft bill to prohibit state AI rules

A bipartisan pair of U.S.

US House lawmakers release draft bill to prohibit state AI rules
Economy|Education|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Latest: Scott Bessent testifies before the House on Treasury Department priorities

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is back on Capitol Hill to testify before the House Ways and Means Committee on the department’s priorities, one day after he refused to say whether President Donald Trump and his family would still get immunity from IRS audits after the administration abandoned plans for a $1.776 billion compensation fund that would have benefited the president’s allies

The Latest: Scott Bessent testifies before the House on Treasury Department priorities
Asia|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

Police warn families of Tiananmen crackdown dead not to visit graves on 37th anniversary

Chinese authorities are intensifying efforts to erase the memory of the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown

Police warn families of Tiananmen crackdown dead not to visit graves on 37th anniversary
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-national security adviser John Bolton will plead guilty in classified information case: AP source

Former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton has agreed to plead guilty to a single count of retaining classified information under a deal with the Justice Department that could allow him to avoid prison time

Ex-national security adviser John Bolton will plead guilty in classified information case: AP source
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

At least 10 people killed in strikes on Gaza, hospitals say

At least 10 people have been killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza in a day, according to hospitals

At least 10 people killed in strikes on Gaza, hospitals say
Europe|Political|World

Putin sidesteps a question on whether or not he will stay in power until 2036

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Putin sidesteps a question on whether or not he will stay in power until 2036
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy pledges clear timetable of talks on EU membership

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy pledged on Thursday that Ukraine would keep to a clear timetable in talks on joining the European Union and in sticking to its obligations with the 27-

Ukraine's Zelenskiy pledges clear timetable of talks on EU membership
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

With Trump in a holding pattern on Iran war, allies and critics worry he risks getting boxed in

President Donald Trump insists he's comfortable with the current holding pattern in the Iran war

With Trump in a holding pattern on Iran war, allies and critics worry he risks getting boxed in
Europe|Political|World

In public letter, Ukraine's Zelenskyy calls on Putin for direct negotiations in a neutral country

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for face-to-face negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin

In public letter, Ukraine's Zelenskyy calls on Putin for direct negotiations in a neutral country
Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Overcrowding pushes Buncombe County detention into safety crisis, sheriff says

Overcrowding pushes Buncombe County detention into safety crisis, sheriff says

Overcrowding pushes Buncombe County detention into safety crisis, sheriff says
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Libyans block off UN refugee office in protest against migrants

Hundreds of Libyan demonstrators blocked off the office of the U.N. refugee agency in the capital Tripoli on Thursday during a protest against migrants who have travelled

Libyans block off UN refugee office in protest against migrants
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

US senators question Big Tobacco on lobbying related to FDA policy shift

Six U.S. senators, including Democratic whip Dick Durbin and Elizabeth Warren, wrote public letters to tobacco giants Reynolds American and Altria on Thursday

US senators question Big Tobacco on lobbying related to FDA policy shift
Europe|Political|World

Putin on Ukraine war, Trump, peace and power

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke on Thursday about the Ukraine war, compromises on peace agreed with U.S.

Putin on Ukraine war, Trump, peace and power
Economy|Political|World

Appealing to centrists, Colombia leftist Cepeda backs away from possibility of new constitution

Colombia's leftist presidential candidate Ivan Cepeda said in a video on Thursday he would seek consensus for national reforms if he were to be elected in a second round on

Appealing to centrists, Colombia leftist Cepeda backs away from possibility of new constitution
Europe|Political|US|World

White House to replace National Security Council's Europe chief amid broader shake-up

The White House's top Europe expert is set to leave in the coming days, part of a staff shake-up that some sources

White House to replace National Security Council's Europe chief amid broader shake-up
Crime|Political|World

U.S. terror label for Brazilian gangs risks derailing police cooperation, say sources

The U.S. designation of Brazil's Comando Vermelho (CV) and Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) as foreign terrorist organizations, effective Friday, could

U.S. terror label for Brazilian gangs risks derailing police cooperation, say sources
Political|World

How Trump's ceasefires are failing to stop Middle East violence

Residents of Gaza, south Lebanon, northern Israel and Kuwait were all under fire this week despite U.S.-arranged ceasefires supposedly in force in their regions. 

How Trump's ceasefires are failing to stop Middle East violence
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

U.S. revokes endangered species listing for Permian Basin lizard, resolves Texas attorney general lawsuit

The Trump administration agreed to strip endangered species protection from a lizard whose habitat overlapped the largest oil-producing region in the United

U.S. revokes endangered species listing for Permian Basin lizard, resolves Texas attorney general lawsuit
Crime|Education|Health|Political|US|World

Trump administration probes 15 medical schools over admissions policy

The U.S.

Trump administration probes 15 medical schools over admissions policy
Europe|Political|World

German far-right party takes aim at domestic security services

The man Germany's far-right AfD hopes will become the party's first state premier took aim at the domestic intelligence service, which he accused on

German far-right party takes aim at domestic security services
Business|Economy|Political|World

Putin envoy says Russia-US talks on energy, economy continue

By Gleb Bryanski ST.

Putin envoy says Russia-US talks on energy, economy continue
Business|Political|Technology|World

Trump Jr. talks crypto and geopolitics at business gathering in Switzerland

Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of the U.S. president and a senior executive of the Trump family business, extolled the virtues of cryptocurrencies and

Trump Jr. talks crypto and geopolitics at business gathering in Switzerland
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Slovenia's parliament approves Jansa's centre-right government

Slovenia's parliament on Thursday approved Prime Minister Janez Jansa's centre-right government, which has pledged tax cuts, targeted spending and an anti-corruption

Slovenia's parliament approves Jansa's centre-right government
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Starmer calls for Elon Musk to stop interfering in UK politics

Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday said Elon Musk should stop interfering in British politics, after the billionaire X owner posted on his platform

Starmer calls for Elon Musk to stop interfering in UK politics
Europe|Political|World

International peace body fails to agree on Bosnia's new envoy

The international body overseeing Bosnia's peace process on Thursday failed to agree on a candidate for a new envoy to replace Germany's Christian

International peace body fails to agree on Bosnia's new envoy
Business|Economy|Political|World

Oil settles lower on hopes for Iran deal following Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

Oil prices settled around 3% lower on Thursday on investor hopes for an end to the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz,

Oil settles lower on hopes for Iran deal following Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
Election|Political

When will we know the outcome of the California governor primary?

When will we know the outcome of the California governor primary?

When will we know the outcome of the California governor primary?
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Prosecutors lose appeal in Arizona's fake elector case and vow to present it again to a grand jury

One of three remaining criminal cases stemming from efforts by President Donald Trump’s supporters to overturn the 2020 election appears headed back to a grand jury in Arizona

Prosecutors lose appeal in Arizona's fake elector case and vow to present it again to a grand jury
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Steven Seagal, Candace Owens and Trump’s ballroom commissioner appear at Russia’s top economic forum

Steven Seagal, Candace Owens and Trump’s ballroom commissioner appear at Russia’s top economic forum

Steven Seagal, Candace Owens and Trump’s ballroom commissioner appear at Russia’s top economic forum
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Clashes erupt in Somalia's capital ahead of a planned anti-government rally

Somalia's opposition supporters and security forces have clashed in Mogadishu for a second day ahead of a planned anti-government demonstration

Clashes erupt in Somalia's capital ahead of a planned anti-government rally
Economy|Education|Political|Science|Technology|World

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney warns foreign AI platforms can be used against Canadians

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is warning that foreign artificial intelligence platforms could be used against Canadians

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney warns foreign AI platforms can be used against Canadians
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Thune: ‘Hard to say’ whether Blanche can win confirmation as attorney general

Thune: ‘Hard to say’ whether Blanche can win confirmation as attorney general

Thune: ‘Hard to say’ whether Blanche can win confirmation as attorney general
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

US Supreme Court backs FCC in clash with wireless carriers over fines

The U.S.

US Supreme Court backs FCC in clash with wireless carriers over fines
Crime|Political|World

Exclusive: John Bolton reaches plea deal over mishandling of sensitive national security information

Exclusive: John Bolton reaches plea deal over mishandling of sensitive national security information

Exclusive: John Bolton reaches plea deal over mishandling of sensitive national security information
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Indonesia to 'refocus' free meal measures on more remote areas, official says

The Indonesian agency overseeing President Prabowo Subianto's flagship free meals programme will "refocus" its measures by cutting back on new kitchens and targeting

Indonesia to 'refocus' free meal measures on more remote areas, official says
Economy|Political|Science|World

First IAEA report on Iran's nuclear programme since February shows little change despite war

The U.N. nuclear watchdog sent a report to member states on Thursday with no major changes to its assessment of Iran's nuclear programme, despite three months of U.S.-

First IAEA report on Iran's nuclear programme since February shows little change despite war
Business|Economy|Political|World

US will uphold tariff caps in deals with EU, Japan and others, Trump's trade chief says

The United States will respect tariff caps in trade deals struck with the European Union, Japan and other countries, and planned U.S. tariffs over forced

US will uphold tariff caps in deals with EU, Japan and others, Trump's trade chief says
Europe|Political|World

Switzerland to deploy 4,000 troops on its side of border as France hosts G-7 summit

Switzerland will deploy around 4,000 troops inside its territory to reinforce security as world leaders gather for the G7 summit in neighboring France

Switzerland to deploy 4,000 troops on its side of border as France hosts G-7 summit
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-Trump adviser Bolton to plead guilty in classified documents case, faces $2.25 million fine, sources say

John Bolton, a prominent critic of U.S.

Ex-Trump adviser Bolton to plead guilty in classified documents case, faces $2.25 million fine, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romanian president nominates adviser Eugen Tomac as prime minister

Romania's centrist President Nicusor Dan designated his adviser Eugen Tomac as prime minister on Thursday, seeking to end a political crisis that has stalled policymaking

Romanian president nominates adviser Eugen Tomac as prime minister
Crime|Entertainment|Political|US

Oklahoma's 'Rocket's Red Glare Act' allows fireworks to be sold year round

Oklahoma's 'Rocket's Red Glare Act' allows fireworks to be sold year round

Oklahoma's 'Rocket's Red Glare Act' allows fireworks to be sold year round
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

The $9 billion issue at the heart of US-Cuba tensions

The $9 billion issue at the heart of US-Cuba tensions

The $9 billion issue at the heart of US-Cuba tensions
Business|Environment|Health|Political|Science

Screwworm fly detected in Texas decades after cattle threat was largely eradicated in US

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has confirmed that the New World screwworm fly has arrived in south Texas

Screwworm fly detected in Texas decades after cattle threat was largely eradicated in US
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Hezbollah rejects ceasefire plan declared in Washington, Israel keeps up strikes

Hezbollah rejected a ceasefire plan agreed by the Lebanese and Israeli governments in U.S.-mediated talks, as

Hezbollah rejects ceasefire plan declared in Washington, Israel keeps up strikes
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany and France pitch swifter benefits for EU hopefuls in Balkans, Moldova

Germany and France have proposed giving aspiring European Union members more opportunities to join EU programmes and access the single market before joining the bloc,

Germany and France pitch swifter benefits for EU hopefuls in Balkans, Moldova
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

New York Democrats take first step toward new U.S. House map for 2028

New York Democrats have taken the first step toward redrawing the state's congressional map for the 2028 election cycle, a move that could eventually yield a

New York Democrats take first step toward new U.S. House map for 2028
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

US Supreme Court backs SEC in fight over 'disgorgement' power

The U.S.

US Supreme Court backs SEC in fight over 'disgorgement' power
Asia|Political|World

China, US clash over Tiananmen anniversary; Taiwan says face up to history

China on Thursday blasted U.S.

China, US clash over Tiananmen anniversary; Taiwan says face up to history
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says he will nominate Todd Blanche as US attorney general

President Donald Trump said he would move to nominate acting U.S.

Trump says he will nominate Todd Blanche as US attorney general
Entertainment|Environment|Political|World

Buffalo named Donald Trump for his golden locks is a sensation at a Bangladesh zoo

A rare albino buffalo named after U.S. President Donald Trump for his distinctive blond tuft is drawing crowds at a Bangladesh zoo

Buffalo named Donald Trump for his golden locks is a sensation at a Bangladesh zoo
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Technology

Researchers say this new Trump rule could destroy American science as we know it. They’re fighting back

Researchers say this new Trump rule could destroy American science as we know it. They’re fighting back

Researchers say this new Trump rule could destroy American science as we know it. They’re fighting back
Crime|Opinion|Political

James Comey’s Instagram seashell post sits in a murky legal zone between protected political speech and criminal threat

What’s a true threat and what’s political hyperbole? A scholar of constitutional and criminal law looks at the charges against James Comey for an Instagram post that said, ‘86 47.’

James Comey’s Instagram seashell post sits in a murky legal zone between protected political speech and criminal threat
Crime|Environment|Health|Opinion|Political|Science

For Black women in abusive relationships, gun-control loopholes can engender deadly disparities

Guns are what make violent partners so dangerous. And in the US, Black women get less protection from laws meant to keep firearms out of abusers’ hands.

For Black women in abusive relationships, gun-control loopholes can engender deadly disparities
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political

Tony Carruthers recently survived a lethal injection attempt – the latest man to endure a failed execution

The constitutional prohibition of ‘cruel and unusual punishment’ has shaped legal discourse around failed executions, but courts have not stopped states from attempting to execute the same man again.

Tony Carruthers recently survived a lethal injection attempt – the latest man to endure a failed execution
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New details revealed of Epstein assistant’s abuse allegations as GOP lawmakers call for DOJ investigation

New details revealed of Epstein assistant’s abuse allegations as GOP lawmakers call for DOJ investigation

New details revealed of Epstein assistant’s abuse allegations as GOP lawmakers call for DOJ investigation
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US jobless aid filings, a proxy for layoffs, hit highest level since Iran war began in February

The number of Americans filing for jobless aid hit their highest level in four months last week, but layoffs remain historically low despite ongoing economic uncertainty brought on by the war in Iran

US jobless aid filings, a proxy for layoffs, hit highest level since Iran war began in February
Europe|Political|World

Russia says Serbia drills show NATO trying to squeeze Belgrade 'like boa constrictor'

Russia accused NATO on Thursday of squeezing Serbia "like a boa constrictor", citing a joint military exercise taking place there as evidence of an attempt to subjugate the

Russia says Serbia drills show NATO trying to squeeze Belgrade 'like boa constrictor'
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Brunei's sultan announces cabinet shake-up, appoints sons as ministers

Brunei's ruler announced a major cabinet reshuffle on Thursday, creating new key portfolios and appointing two of his younger sons as ministers, in a sign of

Brunei's sultan announces cabinet shake-up, appoints sons as ministers
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Armenia's election to test Pashinyan's peace drive after war defeat

When Anna Yegoyan first moved from the Armenian capital to the northern mountain town of Ijevan, she had to reach it along bumpy, potholed

Armenia's election to test Pashinyan's peace drive after war defeat
Europe|Political|World

Tiny Montenegro vies to be EU's next member but hurdles remain

When Air Montenegro's passenger planes took to the skies earlier this year, they were branded with a new slogan: "28 by 28 - The Next EU Member".

Tiny Montenegro vies to be EU's next member but hurdles remain
Africa|Political|World

South Africa to dispatch envoys to Africa and other continents after xenophobic attacks

South Africa will send envoys to other African countries and around the world after a spate of xenophobic attacks targeting immigrants from other nations on the

South Africa to dispatch envoys to Africa and other continents after xenophobic attacks
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Brazil could buy another 20 Gripen jets, Sweden says

Brazil has expressed interest in purchasing 20 additional Gripen model E and F fighter jets from Sweden's Saab, Swedish Defence Minister Pal Jonson said on Thursday.

Brazil could buy another 20 Gripen jets, Sweden says
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Coloradans are getting squeezed by credit cards while trying to navigate high costs

About a third of Americans report using high-interest credit cards for everyday expenses as costs continue to rise.

Coloradans are getting squeezed by credit cards while trying to navigate high costs
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Trump has mostly lost challenges against ‘sanctuary’ cities and states, but that could change

Trump has mostly lost challenges against ‘sanctuary’ cities and states, but that could change

Trump has mostly lost challenges against ‘sanctuary’ cities and states, but that could change
Political

Supreme Court turns toward an explosive final month with Trump’s priorities at stake

Supreme Court turns toward an explosive final month with Trump’s priorities at stake

Supreme Court turns toward an explosive final month with Trump’s priorities at stake
Education|Political|US|World

Trump officials went after dozens of colleges. Now they're rewriting the rules for all of academia

President Donald Trump's administration put dozens of college campuses under investigation last year and cut federal funding unless they came in line with his Republican agenda

Trump officials went after dozens of colleges. Now they're rewriting the rules for all of academia
Europe|Political|World

Kosovo to hold another parliamentary election amid deadlock over new president

Kosovo will hold a parliamentary election on Sunday, its third in just 18 months, after its political parties failed to reach a compromise on choosing a

Kosovo to hold another parliamentary election amid deadlock over new president
Economy|Europe|Political|World

German far-right AfD party official meets with Putin adviser, Gazprom boss

A senior member of Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) met one of Russian President Vladimir Putin's top advisers as well as the head of energy group Gazprom

German far-right AfD party official meets with Putin adviser, Gazprom boss
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

African migrants flee into the mountains as South Africa's xenophobic violence surges

Four days ago, Mozambican immigrant Lado Amido answered a knock at his door in the South African town of Kleinmond.

African migrants flee into the mountains as South Africa's xenophobic violence surges
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Peru's leftist Roberto Sanchez seeks centrist appeal ahead of presidential runoff

Left-wing congressman Roberto Sanchez is striking a more pragmatic tone ahead of Peru’s June 7 presidential runoff against conservative

Peru's leftist Roberto Sanchez seeks centrist appeal ahead of presidential runoff
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU preparing economic support package for Armenia after Russian pressure on it

The European Union is preparing an economic support package worth an initial amount of €50 million ($58.1 million) for Armenia after Russia hit Armenia with some trade

EU preparing economic support package for Armenia after Russian pressure on it
Economy|Political|World

Lebanon ceasefire raises hopes of progress for Iran deal

Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a new ceasefire after U.S.-mediated talks, the Trump administration said, raising hopes for

Lebanon ceasefire raises hopes of progress for Iran deal
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India's Modi meets Delcy Rodriguez as India expands Venezuela oil imports

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held talks with Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez

India's Modi meets Delcy Rodriguez as India expands Venezuela oil imports
MidEast|Political|World

Iran's Khamenei warns against divisions after 'enemy's defeat on battlefield'

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in a message on Thursday that Iran's enemies, having been defeated on the battlefield, were now seeking to undermine public

Iran's Khamenei warns against divisions after 'enemy's defeat on battlefield'
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Somali military and opposition-allied militias trade fire ahead of anti-government protests

Government troops and militias allied with the opposition exchanged fire overnight and on Thursday morning in Somalia's capital Mogadishu, damaging

Somali military and opposition-allied militias trade fire ahead of anti-government protests
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Vietnam says USTR forced labour conclusion does not reflect its efforts

Vietnam's foreign ministry said on Thursday that the U.S.

Vietnam says USTR forced labour conclusion does not reflect its efforts
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese President says ceasefire may come into effect within a day of parties' approval

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told local outlets on Thursday that a U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreed the previous evening between Lebanon and Israel could come into force within 24

Lebanese President says ceasefire may come into effect within a day of parties' approval
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China bans 4 New Zealand lawmakers after they visited Taiwan

Beijing has banned four New Zealand lawmakers from traveling to China for a year, demanding an apology for their visit to Taiwan

China bans 4 New Zealand lawmakers after they visited Taiwan
Health|Political|World

Dalai Lama, 90, to seek knee treatment in New Delhi

The Dalai Lama will receive medical treatment on his left knee in New Delhi this month, his office said on Thursday, as the 90-year-old deals with a series of health

Dalai Lama, 90, to seek knee treatment in New Delhi
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Netanyahu faces plunging support in north Israel as voters demand tougher Lebanon stance

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces plunging support in the electorally vital north where Hezbollah rocket fire has been heaviest, a

Netanyahu faces plunging support in north Israel as voters demand tougher Lebanon stance
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New Zealand expresses concern over China lawmaker ban after Taiwan trip

New Zealand said on Thursday it would express its concerns to Beijing after China banned four New Zealand lawmakers from entry following their visit to Taiwan last month.

New Zealand expresses concern over China lawmaker ban after Taiwan trip
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Sweden's centre-left opposition holds lead ahead of September election, stats office poll shows

Sweden's centre-left opposition looks likely to win power in the parliamentary election in September, ousting the right-wing government, according to an opinion poll

Sweden's centre-left opposition holds lead ahead of September election, stats office poll shows
Election|Political|World

South Korea Lee's ruling party sweeps local elections, but loses Seoul mayor race

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's ruling Democratic Party swept most major local races in elections held on Wednesday, but suffered a

South Korea Lee's ruling party sweeps local elections, but loses Seoul mayor race
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Russia ramps up aerial attacks as it struggles on the ground in Ukraine

Russia ramps up aerial attacks as it struggles on the ground in Ukraine

Russia ramps up aerial attacks as it struggles on the ground in Ukraine
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Kim Jong Un inspects new nuclear plant, plans ‘exponential’ weapons production ramp-up

Kim Jong Un inspects new nuclear plant, plans ‘exponential’ weapons production ramp-up

Kim Jong Un inspects new nuclear plant, plans ‘exponential’ weapons production ramp-up
Asia|Election|Political|World

Shortage of ballot papers sparks protests in South Korea's local elections

South Korea's National Election Commission said on Thursday it would hold an investigation after a shortage of ballot papers in local elections drew public anger, with

Shortage of ballot papers sparks protests in South Korea's local elections
Economy|Education|Political|World

From reform hopes to brutal crackdown - China's Tiananmen protests

Thursday marks 37 years since China bloodily suppressed pro-democracy demonstrations in and around central Beijing's Tiananmen Square, when Chinese troops opened fire on their own

From reform hopes to brutal crackdown - China's Tiananmen protests
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Mexico's popular former president blasts Trump as US ties hit low

Former Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador accused Washington on Wednesday of employing "interventionist and unscrupulous practices" to bolster

Mexico's popular former president blasts Trump as US ties hit low
Americas|Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea unveils a new plant to produce fuel for nuclear weapons

North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un has visited a new facility to produce nuclear materials and announced plans to bolster the country’s nuclear forces “at an exponential rate."

North Korea unveils a new plant to produce fuel for nuclear weapons
Australia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Australia's lower house passes bill for biggest overhaul of taxes in decades

Australia's lower house of parliament passed a bill on Thursday for the government's biggest overhaul of taxes in decades, curbing tax breaks for property investors to make

Australia's lower house passes bill for biggest overhaul of taxes in decades
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Meta accuses Australia of breaching FTA, invokes US 'trade action'

Meta accused Australia of violating a free trade agreement with the U.S. by proposing a new tax on certain tech giants which do not strike licensing deals with

Meta accuses Australia of breaching FTA, invokes US 'trade action'
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Japan government expects BOJ to coordinate policy steps with it, spokesperson says

Japan's government expects the Bank of Japan to conduct appropriate monetary policy toward a sustainable 2% inflation target that is driven by wage growth in close

Japan government expects BOJ to coordinate policy steps with it, spokesperson says
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Trump plans $700 million in new coal support, White House official says

U.S.

Trump plans $700 million in new coal support, White House official says
Asia|Political|World

China should 'acknowledge the truth' about Tiananmen, Taiwan president says

China should "acknowledge the truth" about what happened 37 years ago on Beijing's Tiananmen Square, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Thursday on the anniversary of an

China should 'acknowledge the truth' about Tiananmen, Taiwan president says
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South Korea Lee's ruling party sweeps local elections but loses Seoul mayor race

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's ruling Democratic Party swept most major local races in elections held on Wednesday, but suffered a

South Korea Lee's ruling party sweeps local elections but loses Seoul mayor race
Arts|Political|World

A Hong Kong artist trying to mark the Tiananmen crackdown is quickly stopped by police

A performance artist in Hong Kong has tried to display a red thread to commemorate the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown in Beijing

A Hong Kong artist trying to mark the Tiananmen crackdown is quickly stopped by police
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Amid talk of Trump attending NBA Finals game in New York, Silver says sports can be unifying

There has been no announcement that President Donald Trump plans to attend an NBA Finals game at New York’s Madison Square Garden next week

Amid talk of Trump attending NBA Finals game in New York, Silver says sports can be unifying
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Trump acknowledges calling Netanyahu 'crazy' and says Israel is complicating peace talks with Iran

President Donald Trump acknowledged criticizing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as “crazy” in a phone call that involved expletives

Trump acknowledges calling Netanyahu 'crazy' and says Israel is complicating peace talks with Iran
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel and Lebanon agree to implementation of ceasefire

Lebanon and Israel said on Wednesday that they had agreed to the implementation of a ceasefire following negotiations in Washington aimed at ending the conflict that

Israel and Lebanon agree to implementation of ceasefire
Crime|Political|US|World

US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 2 in the eastern Pacific Ocean

The U.S. military has attacked another boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two men

US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 2 in the eastern Pacific Ocean
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK employers ask government to ease off on tax and price-gouging claims

The Confederation of British Industry called on Britain's government not to treat business as a cash cow or accuse companies of price-gouging as the

UK employers ask government to ease off on tax and price-gouging claims
Economy|Political|World

House votes to limit Trump’s Iran war powers in remarkable rebuke

House votes to limit Trump’s Iran war powers in remarkable rebuke

House votes to limit Trump’s Iran war powers in remarkable rebuke
Political

US Senate advances ICE bill as Democrats aim to make Trump a liability for Republicans

The Republican-led U.S.

US Senate advances ICE bill as Democrats aim to make Trump a liability for Republicans
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Rubio says China cannot erase memories of Tiananmen Square crackdown

Beijing's censorship cannot erase memories of its 1989 military assault on peaceful demonstrators in Tiananmen Square, U.S.

Rubio says China cannot erase memories of Tiananmen Square crackdown
Business|Europe|Political|World

All EU members greenlight first step in accession talks, Ukraine PM says

All members of the European Union agreed to open talks with Ukraine and Moldova on the first cluster of issues in their accession talks, Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko

All EU members greenlight first step in accession talks, Ukraine PM says
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Five Eyes security alliance warns of Chinese espionage threat

Security agencies from the "Five Eyes" alliance which includes the U.S. and Britain issued a warning on Wednesday about Chinese spies aggressively using online job platforms

Five Eyes security alliance warns of Chinese espionage threat
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Homeland Security secretary says ICE will increase new officer training next month

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says Immigration and Customs Enforcement will increase training for new officers

Homeland Security secretary says ICE will increase new officer training next month
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Trump tells CNN he doesn’t know if $1.8 billion fund is dead, calling it ‘a beautiful thing’

Trump tells CNN he doesn’t know if $1.8 billion fund is dead, calling it ‘a beautiful thing’

Trump tells CNN he doesn’t know if $1.8 billion fund is dead, calling it ‘a beautiful thing’
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Americans who test positive for Ebola at Kenya facility could be treated in US, federal officials say

Americans who test positive for Ebola at Kenya facility could be treated in US, federal officials say

Americans who test positive for Ebola at Kenya facility could be treated in US, federal officials say
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Senate begins voting on funding immigration enforcement after Trump's settlement fund is dropped

The Republican-led Senate is moving forward with legislation to fund immigration enforcement agencies after forcing the White House to drop its settlement fund for political allies and stripping a separate proposal for White House security from the bill

Senate begins voting on funding immigration enforcement after Trump's settlement fund is dropped
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House approves war powers resolution to halt military action against Iran, in a rebuke of Trump

The House for the first time has approved a war powers resolution that would halt the U.S. military action against Iran

House approves war powers resolution to halt military action against Iran, in a rebuke of Trump
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Trump says he will attend G7 summit in France

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said in a post on Truth Social that he would travel to a Group of Seven leaders' summit in France.

Trump says he will attend G7 summit in France
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Trump says 'maybe we'll never ever' take down UFC arena on White House lawn

U.S.

Trump says 'maybe we'll never ever' take down UFC arena on White House lawn
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

New York debt litigation bill hangs on last-minute Assembly move

New York State lawmakers must decide by the end of this week whether to advance a bill that would alter state law tied to foreign sovereign debt, setting

New York debt litigation bill hangs on last-minute Assembly move
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

NAACP says US Postal Service voting plan violates settlement

The NAACP asked a federal court Wednesday to revive a 2020 lawsuit against the U.S.

NAACP says US Postal Service voting plan violates settlement
Political

GOP lawmakers call homophobic X post from colleague’s account ‘disgusting’

GOP lawmakers call homophobic X post from colleague’s account ‘disgusting’

GOP lawmakers call homophobic X post from colleague’s account ‘disgusting’
Political

Dark horse Republican candidate threatens California Democrats’ US House redistricting goal

Michael Stansfield never expected to be a major player in California politics when he threw his hat into a congressional race as a Republican agitating for peace in the Middle East

Dark horse Republican candidate threatens California Democrats’ US House redistricting goal
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent refuses to say whether Trump remains exempt from IRS audits

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is refusing to say whether President Donald Trump and his family will still receive immunity from IRS audits after the administration abandoned plans for a $1.776 billion compensation fund

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent refuses to say whether Trump remains exempt from IRS audits
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Ukrainian drones hit St. Petersburg oil terminal before city hosts Russian economic forum

Ukrainian long-range drones have struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, setting it ablaze, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Ukrainian drones hit St. Petersburg oil terminal before city hosts Russian economic forum
Crime|Economy|Political|US

Fact check: The many lies Trump told the New York Post

Fact check: The many lies Trump told the New York Post

Fact check: The many lies Trump told the New York Post
Europe|Political|World

Germany says Russia stirred up opposition to UN Security Council bid

Germany's leading role in rallying support for Ukraine and its close relations with Israel may have cost Berlin the chance of a seat on the U.N.

Germany says Russia stirred up opposition to UN Security Council bid
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio: Greenland talks continue, 'in a good place'

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday talks with Denmark and Greenland about using the island for collective defense are "in a good place."

Rubio: Greenland talks continue, 'in a good place'
Europe|Political|World

Hungary and Ukraine agree on minority rights, paving way for EU talks

Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Wednesday that Hungary and Ukraine reached an agreement on the rights of the Hungarian minority in Ukraine, which could allow approval

Hungary and Ukraine agree on minority rights, paving way for EU talks
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Trump administration seeks new path forward with tariffs after first attempt hit legal roadblocks

President Donald Trump is in a hurry to rebuild the tariff wall the Supreme Court tore down less than four months ago

Trump administration seeks new path forward with tariffs after first attempt hit legal roadblocks
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Bolivia's new defense minister pledges to clear roadblocks as protests drag on

Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz on Wednesday named Ernesto Justiniano as defense minister, who promised to clear roadblocks following weeks of social unrest and mass

Bolivia's new defense minister pledges to clear roadblocks as protests drag on
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Five countries elected to UN Security Council; Germany misses out

The United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday elected Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago and Zimbabwe to the 15-member U.N.

Five countries elected to UN Security Council; Germany misses out
Business|Crime|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Former NY Rep. George Santos under investigation for alleged insider trading on Kalshi

Former NY Rep. George Santos under investigation for alleged insider trading on Kalshi

Former NY Rep. George Santos under investigation for alleged insider trading on Kalshi
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil rejects proposed US tariffs related to forced labor

The Brazilian government expressed "deep disagreements" with the United States' proposal of new tariffs linked to forced labor in a statement on Wednesday, saying the

Brazil rejects proposed US tariffs related to forced labor
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Monetary compensation becomes key sticking point in Iran deal as Trump bristles at comparison to Obama agreement

Monetary compensation becomes key sticking point in Iran deal as Trump bristles at comparison to Obama agreement

Monetary compensation becomes key sticking point in Iran deal as Trump bristles at comparison to Obama agreement
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump is quietly rebuilding his tariff engine

Trump is quietly rebuilding his tariff engine

Trump is quietly rebuilding his tariff engine
Africa|Americas|Europe|Political|World

Portugal and Austria defeat Germany for seats on the UN Security Council

Portugal and Austria have defeated Germany for seats on the powerful but deeply divided U.N. Security Council in a hotly contested race after intense campaigning

Portugal and Austria defeat Germany for seats on the UN Security Council
Business|Education|Finance|Political|Sports

Nick Saban lends support to college sports bill as SEC, Big Ten push back

Former Alabama football coach Nick Saban has testified in support of a bipartisan bill to overhaul college athletics

Nick Saban lends support to college sports bill as SEC, Big Ten push back
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

British trade minister says rejoining EU would not fix UK's issues

Rejoining the European Union would not "magically solve" Britain's issues, even if the country's long-term future lies with Europe, business and trade

British trade minister says rejoining EU would not fix UK's issues
Political|US|World

Republican backlash intensifies over Trump spy chief pick

Two of President Donald Trump's cabinet members on Wednesday distanced themselves from his pick of loyalist Bill

Republican backlash intensifies over Trump spy chief pick
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

US Homeland Security cancels most pending Noem-era contracts after review

The U.S.

US Homeland Security cancels most pending Noem-era contracts after review
Business|Economy|Political|World

US cites forced labor concerns as grounds for new tariffs

The Trump administration has proposed tariffs of up to 12.5% on imports from 60 countries after determining they had

US cites forced labor concerns as grounds for new tariffs
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump will attend the NATO summit in Turkey in July, Rubio says

U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the NATO meeting of heads of state that is taking place in Turkey in early July, U.S.

Trump will attend the NATO summit in Turkey in July, Rubio says
Business|Economy|Political|World

EU, US committed to complying with trade deal, says U.S. trade chief Greer

Both the European Union and the United States are committed to complying with their trade agreement, U.S.

EU, US committed to complying with trade deal, says U.S. trade chief Greer
Crime|Political|World

Cuba's Raul Castro, wanted by the US, celebrates 95th birthday

Cuba's former leader Raul Castro turned 95 on Wednesday, though his whereabouts were still unknown two weeks after U.S. authorities charged him with murder

Cuba's Raul Castro, wanted by the US, celebrates 95th birthday
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil gains as Middle East hostilities flare

Oil prices rose around 2% on Wednesday, extending the previous session's gains, as hostilities in the Middle East erupted anew and talks between Tehran and

Oil gains as Middle East hostilities flare
Political|World

The Supreme Court gave Republicans another congressional win. But its ruling means much more.

The Supreme Court gave Republicans another congressional win. But its ruling means much more.

The Supreme Court gave Republicans another congressional win. But its ruling means much more.
Crime|Health|Political

Louisiana bill will make sleeping on streets a misdemeanor statewide

Louisiana bill will make sleeping on streets a misdemeanor statewide

Louisiana bill will make sleeping on streets a misdemeanor statewide
Election|Political|US|World

Takeaways from the primary elections in California, Iowa and elsewhere

Takeaways from the primary elections in California, Iowa and elsewhere

Takeaways from the primary elections in California, Iowa and elsewhere
Americas|Election|Political|World

Colombian presidential candidate de la Espriella thanks Trump for endorsing his campaign

Colombian lawyer and presidential candidate, Abelardo de la Espriella, has thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for endorsing his campaign

Colombian presidential candidate de la Espriella thanks Trump for endorsing his campaign
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Republicans won the redistricting battle. Now voters will decide whether they win Congress

Republicans have won a partisan redistricting battle for Congress

Republicans won the redistricting battle. Now voters will decide whether they win Congress
Crime|Political|World

Man accused of threatening to blow up Rep. Byron Donalds' office and 'shoot every cop'

Man accused of threatening to blow up Rep. Byron Donalds' office and 'shoot every cop'

Man accused of threatening to blow up Rep. Byron Donalds' office and 'shoot every cop'
Crime|Political|US

Federal judge pauses sentencing to weigh argument in Wisconsin judge's immigration case conviction

A federal judge is considering whether to throw out a jury’s guilty verdict against former Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan who was convicted of felony obstruction for helping an immigrant evade federal officers

Federal judge pauses sentencing to weigh argument in Wisconsin judge's immigration case conviction
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says strikes on Russia let Ukraine negotiate as equals

Ukraine's stepped-up strikes deep inside Russia enable Kyiv to negotiate the end of the war on an equal footing, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, just after one of the

Zelenskiy says strikes on Russia let Ukraine negotiate as equals
Europe|Political|World

NATO chief warns young Russians they would die in Ukraine war

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Wednesday warned young Russians that they would probably die if they sign up to join Russia's war in Ukraine.

NATO chief warns young Russians they would die in Ukraine war
Crime|Political|US|Videos

Residents blast mayor, council over viral video, 'broken trust' at City Hall meeting

Residents blast mayor, council over viral video, 'broken trust' at City Hall meeting

Residents blast mayor, council over viral video, 'broken trust' at City Hall meeting
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump says he plans to make Blanche permanent AG, calls him 'very talented guy'

U.S.

Trump says he plans to make Blanche permanent AG, calls him 'very talented guy'
Crime|Election|Political|US

Fetterman calls Platner a ‘creep’ after reports of extramarital sexting

Fetterman calls Platner a ‘creep’ after reports of extramarital sexting

Fetterman calls Platner a ‘creep’ after reports of extramarital sexting
Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Health|Political

MAHA candidate beats Trump's choice in Republican primary for Iowa governor

Businessman Zach Lahn's win in Iowa’s Republican gubernatorial primary over President Donald Trump's pick is a rare electoral setback for Trump

MAHA candidate beats Trump's choice in Republican primary for Iowa governor
Crime|Political|World

Handcuffed student’s death sparks uproar in UK, as far right accused of inflaming tensions

Handcuffed student’s death sparks uproar in UK, as far right accused of inflaming tensions

Handcuffed student’s death sparks uproar in UK, as far right accused of inflaming tensions
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drones strike St. Petersburg, hours before ‘Putin’s Davos’ opens

Ukrainian drones strike St. Petersburg, hours before ‘Putin’s Davos’ opens

Ukrainian drones strike St. Petersburg, hours before ‘Putin’s Davos’ opens
Political|World

Trump confirms he called Netanyahu crazy in phone call

U.S.

Trump confirms he called Netanyahu crazy in phone call
Economy|Health|Political|World

Indonesia arrests former nutrition agency head and officials in corruption investigation

Indonesia's former head of the National Nutrition Agency has been arrested on corruption charges related to a multibillion-dollar free-meals program

Indonesia arrests former nutrition agency head and officials in corruption investigation
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Hilton, Becerra maintain leads in primary race for California governor

Republican television commentator Steve Hilton and Democratic former cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra maintained their leads in the open primary race for California

Hilton, Becerra maintain leads in primary race for California governor
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli strikes kill three people in Gaza, as truce talks stall

Israeli strikes killed three Palestinians in Gaza on Wednesday, health officials said, and the Palestinian militant group Hamas said ending such attacks

Israeli strikes kill three people in Gaza, as truce talks stall
Business|Economy|Political|World

Mexico says USMCA-compliant exports would be exempt from US forced-labor tariffs

Mexico said on Wednesday that goods complying with the rules of origin under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) would be exempt from a proposed 10% U.S.

Mexico says USMCA-compliant exports would be exempt from US forced-labor tariffs
Europe|Political|World

UK summons Russian ambassador after drone strike hit NATO ally Romania

Britain's foreign ministry said on Wednesday it had summoned Russia's ambassador after a

UK summons Russian ambassador after drone strike hit NATO ally Romania
Crime|Political|US|World

Pennsylvania men shot during Trump rally in Butler sue the United States

Pennsylvania men shot during Trump rally in Butler sue the United States

Pennsylvania men shot during Trump rally in Butler sue the United States
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Trump takes the lead for America’s 250th birthday and World Cup celebrations

When musical acts pulled out of a concert series marking America's 250th anniversary, fearing it might be too closely tied to Donald Trump, the president decided to formally make himself the headlining act

Trump takes the lead for America’s 250th birthday and World Cup celebrations
Asia|Environment|Political|Science|World

Philippines probes possible new structure at disputed Scarborough Shoal

A special Philippine task force said on Wednesday that it is investigating reports of an alleged new structure on the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea,

Philippines probes possible new structure at disputed Scarborough Shoal
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Bosnia seeks new peace envoy after sudden Schmidt exit

The body overseeing Bosnia's peace process meets on Wednesday to choose a new envoy to replace Germany's Christian Schmidt, who quit under what he said

Bosnia seeks new peace envoy after sudden Schmidt exit
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Romania says allies preparing to bolster air defences after Russian drone strike

Romania's foreign minister said on Wednesday several allies were preparing to reinforce air defence capabilities along NATO’s eastern flank after a drone

Romania says allies preparing to bolster air defences after Russian drone strike
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EU targets Big Tech dependence with 'made-in-Europe' drive

The European Commission proposed laws on Wednesday to boost domestic cloud, AI and semiconductor industries and cut reliance on U.S.

EU targets Big Tech dependence with 'made-in-Europe' drive
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War may end in interim deal that leaves Iran battered but unbowed

The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran was meant to break the Islamic Republic.

War may end in interim deal that leaves Iran battered but unbowed
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

Russia bets on air war as it stumbles on the battlefield

Russia is pummeling major Ukrainian cities in an effort to sustain a sputtering war effort marked by a struggle to maintain momentum on the battlefield, where

Russia bets on air war as it stumbles on the battlefield
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UK government condemns violence at protest over teen's stabbing death

Britain’s interior minister accused activists of hijacking a teenager's murder to stir up violence after police were attacked at a protest

UK government condemns violence at protest over teen's stabbing death
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The Revolutionary War's chief villain is being rehabilitated — just in time for America's 250th

Britain's King George III is getting a makeover as America approaches its 250th birthday

The Revolutionary War's chief villain is being rehabilitated — just in time for America's 250th
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Indonesian parliamentary panel backs bill to expand role of central bank

JAKARTA, June 3 - The Indonesian parliament's financial commission and the government agreed at a hearing on Wednesday to reform the laws relating to the country's financial system and expand the

Indonesian parliamentary panel backs bill to expand role of central bank
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EU diplomatic arm proposes naval mission take 'primary role' in clearing Strait of Hormuz mines

The European Union has proposed that the bloc's Aspides naval mission take "the primary role" in clearing mines in the Strait of Hormuz "when conditions

EU diplomatic arm proposes naval mission take 'primary role' in clearing Strait of Hormuz mines
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How Cubans keep going, despite US pressure and fuel blockade

Felicia de la Caridad Alvarez, a resident of Old Havana, knows a thing or two about survival.

How Cubans keep going, despite US pressure and fuel blockade
Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Political

Indonesia arrests officials over alleged corruption in free meals programme

Indonesian authorities arrested the recently dismissed head of an agency overseeing President Prabowo Subianto's flagship free meals programme on

Indonesia arrests officials over alleged corruption in free meals programme
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Trump says Vance and Rubio teaming up for 2028 run would be unbeatable

U.S. President Donald Trump said in a podcast interview aired on Wednesday that Vice President JD Vance and U.S.

Trump says Vance and Rubio teaming up for 2028 run would be unbeatable
Crime|Europe|Political|World

British PM urges calm after protests over handcuffed student's death

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned violent protests over the case of an 18-year-old who was handcuffed as he lay dying after his

British PM urges calm after protests over handcuffed student's death
Political|World

Israel intercepts 'hostile aircraft' that crossed from Lebanon, military says

The Israeli military said it intercepted a "hostile aircraft" that crossed into northern Israel from Lebanon on Wednesday.

Israel intercepts 'hostile aircraft' that crossed from Lebanon, military says
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One killed in Iranian attack on Kuwait, airport terminal damaged

One person was killed in an Iranian attack targeting civilian facilities in Kuwait, including the international airport and diplomatic missions, the foreign

One killed in Iranian attack on Kuwait, airport terminal damaged
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia accuses Ukraine of killing eight civilians in drone strike on a passenger bus

Russia on Wednesday accused Ukraine of killing eight civilians and of wounding 11 more in a drone attack on a passenger bus travelling in a Russian-controlled part of the

Russia accuses Ukraine of killing eight civilians in drone strike on a passenger bus
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian foreign minister calls for dialogue with Poland over army unit name

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called on Wednesday for dialogue between Ukraine and Poland to help defuse tensions after Kyiv renamed an army unit after nationalist

Ukrainian foreign minister calls for dialogue with Poland over army unit name
Crime|Economy|Election|Political|World

A 'new Keiko' tests old Fujimori name in Peru's presidential runoff

Conservative Keiko Fujimori will seek Peru's presidency on Sunday in a runoff vote, hoping that her tough-on-crime stance at a time of

A 'new Keiko' tests old Fujimori name in Peru's presidential runoff
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As US midterms near, Talarico tries to fend off culture war attacks in Texas

Even before all the votes had been counted in last week's Republican Senate primary in Texas, party members began rolling out attacks on the Democratic candidate,

As US midterms near, Talarico tries to fend off culture war attacks in Texas
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How China’s World Cup dream unraveled – and how it’s slowly growing again

How China’s World Cup dream unraveled – and how it’s slowly growing again

How China’s World Cup dream unraveled – and how it’s slowly growing again
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George Santos reported to prosecutors over suspicious Kalshi trades, AP source says

A prediction market reported former U.S. Rep. George Santos to federal prosecutors after he boasted he’d be going to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address, then bet against his own attendance

George Santos reported to prosecutors over suspicious Kalshi trades, AP source says
Celebrity|Crime|Election|Entertainment|Political|US

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass punched her ticket for November’s election. Spencer Pratt is still hoping for his

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass punched her ticket for November’s election. Spencer Pratt is still hoping for his

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass punched her ticket for November’s election. Spencer Pratt is still hoping for his
Business|Election|Political|US|World

Desmond and Marni von Wilpert projected to advance in California's 48th congressional district

Republican Jim Desmond, a county supervisor and Democrat Marni von Wilpert are projected to advance to the November general election after Tuesday's open primary for California's

Desmond and Marni von Wilpert projected to advance in California's 48th congressional district
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Australian judges weigh Indigenous activist’s bid to prosecute King Charles for genocide

Three Australian appeals court judges have reserved their decision on whether an activist can prosecute King Charles III for alleged genocide of Australia’s Indigenous people

Australian judges weigh Indigenous activist’s bid to prosecute King Charles for genocide
Europe|Political|World

Lars Lokke Rasmussen remains Denmark's foreign minister in new government

Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen has been reappointed to his position, the new government said as it prepared to take office on Wednesday.

Lars Lokke Rasmussen remains Denmark's foreign minister in new government
Economy|Europe|Political|World

New U.S. tariffs on EU goods would be unacceptable, EU trade committee head says

Any new U.S. tariffs on European Union goods on top of the rates agreed last year would be unacceptable, senior EU lawmaker said on Wednesday, rejecting U.S. claims the EU

New U.S. tariffs on EU goods would be unacceptable, EU trade committee head says
Education|Health|Political|US|World

Attitudes toward same-sex marriage and transgender issues are shifting, Gallup poll shows

A new Gallup poll finds support for same-sex marriage and relationships in the U.S. has stopped rising after two decades

Attitudes toward same-sex marriage and transgender issues are shifting, Gallup poll shows
Election|Political|US

California’s redrawn US House map gets its first test as Democrats hope to counter GOP redistricting

California’s congressional primaries were a preliminary test of Democrats’ best chance at countering Republican redistricting gains elsewhere this year

California’s redrawn US House map gets its first test as Democrats hope to counter GOP redistricting
Political|World

Raúl Castro turns 95 as Cuba celebrates enigmatic figure

Raúl Castro has turned 95, a landmark birthday for a man still helping lead one of the last communist countries in the world

Raúl Castro turns 95 as Cuba celebrates enigmatic figure
Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political

California governor's primary pitted experience against promises of change

Two Democrats and a Republican are leading in early returns in California’s crowded primary in the race to replace Gov. Gavin newsom

California governor's primary pitted experience against promises of change
Election|Political|US

Why the count will go on in California

Why the count will go on in California

Why the count will go on in California
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin squeezes Armenia as Russia seeks to retain global clout

President Vladimir Putin has read long-term ally Armenia the riot act: persist in wanting to join the European Union and you can kiss goodbye to cheap

Putin squeezes Armenia as Russia seeks to retain global clout
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo heads to Spain to stand 'shoulder to shoulder' with migrants

Pope Leo heads to Spain on Saturday for a week-long tour, his first visit to an EU country outside Italy, which will culminate with the pontiff

Pope Leo heads to Spain to stand 'shoulder to shoulder' with migrants
Business|Economy|Political|World

Philippine Senate ends impasse after President says 'get back to work'

Philippine senators broke a days-long legislative standoff on Wednesday after a member of the majority bloc broke ranks and appeared on the Senate floor, allowing a rival

Philippine Senate ends impasse after President says 'get back to work'
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US targets India with forced labour tariff amid talks on trade pact

The United States has proposed an additional tariff of 12.5% on imports from India, saying it is among 60 economies that failed to curb imports made with

US targets India with forced labour tariff amid talks on trade pact
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Former Thai prime minister Thaksin to be freed after royal pardon

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is set to be released from the remainder of his prison sentence under a royal pardon, the country's justice minister told

Former Thai prime minister Thaksin to be freed after royal pardon
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The Latest: Karen Bass advances to runoff election for Los Angeles mayor

For a state that’s home to Hollywood, there isn’t much star power in California’s gubernatorial race

The Latest: Karen Bass advances to runoff election for Los Angeles mayor
Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Political

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and ex-Mayor Gregg Hull to face off for New Mexico governor

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland has clinched the Democratic nomination for New Mexico governor

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and ex-Mayor Gregg Hull to face off for New Mexico governor
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Russia repels drone attack over Leningrad region as economic forum kicks off

Russia downed 50 drones over the Leningrad region northwest of Moscow overnight and continues to repel the suspected Ukrainian attacks, Governor Alexander

Russia repels drone attack over Leningrad region as economic forum kicks off
Election|Political|US

Hilton, Becerra lead primary race for California governor

Republican television commentator Steve Hilton and Democratic former cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra took the early lead in the open primary race for California

Hilton, Becerra lead primary race for California governor
Australia|Political|World

New Solomon Islands leader reviews security pact with China, seeks treaty with Australia

The Solomon Islands will negotiate a comprehensive strategic treaty with Australia and review a security agreement with China, the Pacific country's new

New Solomon Islands leader reviews security pact with China, seeks treaty with Australia
Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political

Democrat Josh Turek and GOP's Ashley Hinson to compete for pivotal US Senate seat in Iowa

Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek won Tuesday’s Democratic primary for U.S. Senate and will next try to flip the seat currently held by GOP Sen. Joni Ernst, who is retiring

Democrat Josh Turek and GOP's Ashley Hinson to compete for pivotal US Senate seat in Iowa
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

New prime minister says Solomon Islands will review its secretive security treaty with China

The Solomon Islands' new leader says the country will review its secretive security treaty with China

New prime minister says Solomon Islands will review its secretive security treaty with China
Election|Political|US

'Prairie populist' Turek wins Democratic nomination for US Senate in Iowa

Iowa State Representative Josh Turek, who describes himself as a "common-sense prairie populist," won the Democratic nomination for the U.S.

'Prairie populist' Turek wins Democratic nomination for US Senate in Iowa
Economy|Election|Finance|Health|Political|US

Republican Miller-Meeks, Democrat Bohannan head for rematch in Iowa congressional race

Republican U.S.

Republican Miller-Meeks, Democrat Bohannan head for rematch in Iowa congressional race
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Cambodia turns to obscure UN process to resolve maritime dispute with Thailand

Cambodia is betting on a little-used UN arbitration process known as "compulsory conciliation" to resolve a long-running maritime boundary dispute with Thailand and unlock

Cambodia turns to obscure UN process to resolve maritime dispute with Thailand
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Citing 'critical issues,' SEC, Big Ten withhold support for bipartisan college sports bill

The two biggest conferences in college sports say they do not support the current version of a bipartisan bill designed to regulate an industry struggling for answers in a quickly changing era in which some players make millions

Citing 'critical issues,' SEC, Big Ten withhold support for bipartisan college sports bill
Election|Political|US|World

Paxton and Platner visit Washington to shore up support for their controversial Senate candidacies

U.S. Senate hopefuls Ken Paxton and Graham Platner are in Washington, D.C., to rally party support

Paxton and Platner visit Washington to shore up support for their controversial Senate candidacies
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Supreme Court allows Alabama to use GOP-friendly map for midterms, cutting seat held by Black Democrat

Supreme Court allows Alabama to use GOP-friendly map for midterms, cutting seat held by Black Democrat

Supreme Court allows Alabama to use GOP-friendly map for midterms, cutting seat held by Black Democrat
Political

Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map favoring Republicans in this year's elections

The Supreme Court is allowing Alabama to use a congressional map favoring Republicans in this year’s elections, blocking a lower court ruling that the map intentionally discriminates against Black people

Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map favoring Republicans in this year's elections
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Jill Biden says she's sorry she didn't talk more about son Hunter's drug addiction

Jill Biden says she's sorry she didn't talk more about son Hunter's drug addiction during her time in the White House

Jill Biden says she's sorry she didn't talk more about son Hunter's drug addiction
Business|Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court clears way for Alabama to use pro-Republican voting map

The U.S.

US Supreme Court clears way for Alabama to use pro-Republican voting map
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Bennett wins Democratic nod in New Jersey primary to face US House Republican Kean

Democrat Rebecca Bennett emerged from a highly competitive primary on Tuesday to take on Republican U.S.

Bennett wins Democratic nod in New Jersey primary to face US House Republican Kean
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Hostilities flare in Iran war, oil jumps with talks at a stalemate

Gulf hostilities flared anew on Wednesday, with the U.S. military saying Iranian missile attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and

Hostilities flare in Iran war, oil jumps with talks at a stalemate
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Bolivia's defense minister resigns as anti-government protests intensify

Bolivia's defense minister stepped down on Tuesday after a month of anti-government protests, two government sources said, marking the highest-level

Bolivia's defense minister resigns as anti-government protests intensify
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump administration is scrapping $1.8B fund meant to compensate president's allies, Blanche says

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Trump administration is scrapping plans to create a $1.8 billion fund meant to compensate allies of the Republican president after widespread political backlash and setbacks in the courts

Trump administration is scrapping $1.8B fund meant to compensate president's allies, Blanche says
Crime|Political|US|World

New Jersey sues Delaney Hall operators for access after allegations of inhumane conditions

New Jersey sues Delaney Hall operators for access after allegations of inhumane conditions

New Jersey sues Delaney Hall operators for access after allegations of inhumane conditions
Election|Political|US

GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan draws an unusual opponent in Alaska's primary — and he's not happy about it

Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan is accusing one of his opponents in the Alaska primary — another Republican candidate named Dan Sullivan — of working with Democrats to boost the chances of his main rival, former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola

GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan draws an unusual opponent in Alaska's primary — and he's not happy about it
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Trump homeland secretary declines to commit to following court orders

U.S.

Trump homeland secretary declines to commit to following court orders
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Japan's govt finalises $19 billion extra budget to subsidise surging fuel costs

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government on Wednesday finalised a $19 billion supplementary budget for this fiscal year to cushion the impact of rising energy

Japan's govt finalises $19 billion extra budget to subsidise surging fuel costs
Political|World

UN chief Guterres presents options for future Lebanon presence

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has written to U.N.

UN chief Guterres presents options for future Lebanon presence
Health|Political|US|World

Adviser Oz calls Trump medical exam 'spectacular' though questions linger

A physician in Donald Trump's administration brushed off questions about the U.S. president's personal health on Tuesday,

Adviser Oz calls Trump medical exam 'spectacular' though questions linger
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Trump 2020 election denier Kurt Olsen joins Justice Department

Kurt Olsen, a White House official who aided President Donald Trump’s attempt to overturn the 2020 election, has joined the Justice

Trump 2020 election denier Kurt Olsen joins Justice Department
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Mexican sugar producers push to scrap US import quotas

Mexico's sugar industry is pushing for the United States to eliminate limits on U.S. imports and is working on a potential anti-dumping case against

Mexican sugar producers push to scrap US import quotas
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration to ask US AI firms to voluntarily submit models for cybersecurity tests

The Trump administration will ask leading AI developers to voluntarily submit their most capable models for government

Trump administration to ask US AI firms to voluntarily submit models for cybersecurity tests
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Trump administration drops $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund after Republican backlash

The Trump administration is abandoning the president's $1.8 billion "weaponization" fund, U.S.

Trump administration drops $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund after Republican backlash
Health|Political|Science|World

US to re-engage with Gavi vaccine alliance amid Ebola outbreak, Rubio says

U.S.

US to re-engage with Gavi vaccine alliance amid Ebola outbreak, Rubio says
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Why Trump selected an acting director of national intelligence with no intel experience

Why Trump selected an acting director of national intelligence with no intel experience

Why Trump selected an acting director of national intelligence with no intel experience
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK police under pressure after dying student was handcuffed

British police faced a national backlash on Tuesday over the inflammatory case of an 18-year-old student who was handcuffed

UK police under pressure after dying student was handcuffed
Political|US|World

Rubio says at least five countries are open to taking in stranded Afghans

U.S.

Rubio says at least five countries are open to taking in stranded Afghans
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Argentina seeks to join Trans-Pacific Partnership treaty, minister says

Argentine Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno said on Tuesday the country intends to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and will

Argentina seeks to join Trans-Pacific Partnership treaty, minister says
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Canada had a positive meeting with the US on free trade talks, Canadian minister says

Canada had a positive meeting with the U.S. on the review of their free trade deal, Canada's minister responsible for Canada-

Canada had a positive meeting with the US on free trade talks, Canadian minister says
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US watching Iran's World Cup delegation for IRGC links, Rubio says

U.S.

US watching Iran's World Cup delegation for IRGC links, Rubio says
Africa|Political|World

US imposes sanctions on commanders over fighting in eastern Congo

The United States on Tuesday imposed sanctions on commanders of armed groups it accused of driving the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where fighting

US imposes sanctions on commanders over fighting in eastern Congo
Health|Political|World

Rubio says US is considering naming official to run Ebola response

U.S.

Rubio says US is considering naming official to run Ebola response
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Schumer meets with Maine Senate candidate Platner ahead of primary

By Nolan D.

Schumer meets with Maine Senate candidate Platner ahead of primary
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The Latest: Rubio testifies in back-to-back Capitol Hill hearings

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will face more questions about the Trump administration’s fragile or stalling diplomatic efforts around the world in back-to-back hearings on Capitol Hill for the first time since the Iran war began

The Latest: Rubio testifies in back-to-back Capitol Hill hearings
Economy|Political|World

Rubio is optimistic on eventual Iran nuclear talks despite congressional skepticism

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he's optimistic about the potential for a resumption in nuclear talks with Iran despite a shaky ceasefire in the war that's looking increasingly in doubt

Rubio is optimistic on eventual Iran nuclear talks despite congressional skepticism
Economy|Health|Political|World

'Out of my lane.' Dr. Oz ducks questions during his turn in the White House briefing room

Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, has taken a turn in the White House briefing room

'Out of my lane.' Dr. Oz ducks questions during his turn in the White House briefing room
Business|Political|Travel|US|World

Democrats hammer DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin in a heated Senate hearing

Democrats have attacked the leadership of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin during his first Senate hearing since being tapped by President Donald Trump

Democrats hammer DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin in a heated Senate hearing
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Bangladesh's foreign minister defeats Cyprus' ambassador to be UN General Assembly president

Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman has won a hotly contested race to be the next president of the 193-member United Nations General Assembly

Bangladesh's foreign minister defeats Cyprus' ambassador to be UN General Assembly president
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump administration proposes 25% tariffs on Brazil despite extensive US trade surplus

The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil, charging that the world’s 10th-biggest economy engages in trade practices that are “unreasonable’’ and that “burden or restrict U.S. commerce

Trump administration proposes 25% tariffs on Brazil despite extensive US trade surplus
Crime|Interview|Political|US|World

'I've used my experience as propulsion': Survivor of Boulder Pearl Street firebombing reflects on attack

'I've used my experience as propulsion': Survivor of Boulder Pearl Street firebombing reflects on attack

'I've used my experience as propulsion': Survivor of Boulder Pearl Street firebombing reflects on attack
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Political|Sports

Mamdani repeals bedtime for New York City students during Knicks playoffs

Mamdani repeals bedtime for New York City students during Knicks playoffs

Mamdani repeals bedtime for New York City students during Knicks playoffs
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

New York sues over the Trump administration's deal to end an offshore wind project

New York’s attorney general is suing the Trump administration over one of its deals to end an offshore wind project

New York sues over the Trump administration's deal to end an offshore wind project
Africa|Europe|Political|World

Macron, Kagame inaugurate Rwanda genocide memorial in Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron and his Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame on Tuesday inaugurated a memorial in Paris to honour the victims of the 1994 genocide against the

Macron, Kagame inaugurate Rwanda genocide memorial in Paris
Economy|Political|US|World

Rubio grilled on Iran, says US won't swap sanctions relief for strait

U.S.

Rubio grilled on Iran, says US won't swap sanctions relief for strait
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Mexico backs extending USMCA trade pact for 16 years

Mexico's government has reiterated its support to extend the U.S.-Mexico Canada (USMCA) trade agreement for 16 years, Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Tuesday,

Mexico backs extending USMCA trade pact for 16 years
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says new massive Russian attack possible this evening

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Russian forces could again launch a massive attack on Ukraine on Tuesday evening.

Zelenskiy says new massive Russian attack possible this evening
Business|Election|Finance|Political|World

Boston judge critical of Trump's mail-in voting executive order

A federal judge in Boston on Tuesday sharply questioned U.S.

Boston judge critical of Trump's mail-in voting executive order
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump taps housing regulator Pulte to be acting director of national intelligence

Democrats and Republicans say President Donald Trump's pick for director of national intelligence seems unqualified

Trump taps housing regulator Pulte to be acting director of national intelligence
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks

President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order on oversight of artificial intelligence, less than two weeks after postponing a White House ceremony over his concerns that a similar policy could dull America’s edge on AI technology

Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks
Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Russia slams key Ukrainian cities in one of deadliest offensives in months

Russia slams key Ukrainian cities in one of deadliest offensives in months

Russia slams key Ukrainian cities in one of deadliest offensives in months
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Fear shadows Peru’s runoff vote as extortion and killings surge nationwide

Peru is grappling with a surge in extortion and violence, especially in areas like Trujillo

Fear shadows Peru’s runoff vote as extortion and killings surge nationwide
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Brazil's Lula nods to China as Trump administration proposes 25% tariff

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday highlighted his country's ties with China after the U.S. proposed a new punitive tariff of 25% on many imports

Brazil's Lula nods to China as Trump administration proposes 25% tariff
Europe|Political|World

Future presence of US troops in Lithuania is 'under review,' says minister

The future presence of U.S. troops in Lithuania is "under review", the Baltic country's defence minister said on Tuesday, adding that although Washington

Future presence of US troops in Lithuania is 'under review,' says minister
Business|Finance|Political|World

Top US spy agencies feud over turf, mission

The CIA has stopped contributing to some intelligence assessments, including those related to the Iran war, produced by the office of

Top US spy agencies feud over turf, mission
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

US lawmakers propose ending 12% excise tax on heavy-duty trucks

Two U.S. senators on Tuesday proposed ending the 12% federal excise tax on heavy-duty trucks, saying it could boost sales of newer, cleaner models.

US lawmakers propose ending 12% excise tax on heavy-duty trucks
Crime|Political

Exclusive: House Ethics Committee investigating Rep. Jimmy Gomez over sexual misconduct allegations, sources say

Exclusive: House Ethics Committee investigating Rep. Jimmy Gomez over sexual misconduct allegations, sources say

Exclusive: House Ethics Committee investigating Rep. Jimmy Gomez over sexual misconduct allegations, sources say
Crime|Health|Political

BILL SIGNED: Gov. Stitt signs 'Leo's Law'

BILL SIGNED: Gov. Stitt signs 'Leo's Law'

BILL SIGNED: Gov. Stitt signs 'Leo's Law'
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Trump makes changes to steel, aluminum and copper tariffs

President Donald Trump on Monday adjusted tariffs on some steel, aluminum and copper imports, lowering some tariffs on farming equipment and extending tariffs on other equipment

Trump makes changes to steel, aluminum and copper tariffs
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump names controversial top housing official to be acting director of national intelligence

Trump names controversial top housing official to be acting director of national intelligence

Trump names controversial top housing official to be acting director of national intelligence
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North Carolina police officer charged with assault after video shows him repeatedly punching Black woman during arrest

North Carolina police officer charged with assault after video shows him repeatedly punching Black woman during arrest

North Carolina police officer charged with assault after video shows him repeatedly punching Black woman during arrest
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Massive Russian attack kills 22 people across Ukraine, officials say, as Moscow escalates fighting

Russian forces launched a massive aerial attack on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, and officials say at least 22 civilians were killed and 138 were wounded

Massive Russian attack kills 22 people across Ukraine, officials say, as Moscow escalates fighting
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

German labour agency faces over 8 billion euro deficit in 2026, report says

Germany's Federal Employment Agency (BA) faces a deficit of more than €8 billion euros ($9.3 billion) this year, more than twice the shortfall previously planned, according

German labour agency faces over 8 billion euro deficit in 2026, report says
Political|World

Israel strikes south Lebanon after stepping back from Beirut attack

Israel kept up strikes on southern Lebanon on Tuesday, pressing its campaign against Hezbollah a day after U.S.

Israel strikes south Lebanon after stepping back from Beirut attack
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Carney says some Canadian economic data will be uneven

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, pressed about statistics showing the country is in a technical recession, on Tuesday told reporters that as the government pressed ahead

Carney says some Canadian economic data will be uneven
Business|Economy|Political|World

Greer says USTR to release more Section 301 actions soon, proposed Brazil tariffs 'nuanced'

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Greer says USTR to release more Section 301 actions soon, proposed Brazil tariffs 'nuanced'
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Putin's 'Davos' haunted by war and stagnation despite the swank of influencers

A right-wing U.S. influencer, a serving U.S. official and a German retail billionaire are due to attend President Vladimir Putin's "

Putin's 'Davos' haunted by war and stagnation despite the swank of influencers
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Mozambique says five nationals die in South African anti-immigrant attacks

Mozambique said five of its citizens died in anti-immigration violence in the South African town of Mossel Bay over the weekend in the latest flare-up of

Mozambique says five nationals die in South African anti-immigrant attacks
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Rubio: no change in US policy on Taiwan

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday there has been no change in U.S. policy on Taiwan and that Washington wants to see the status quo preserved.

Rubio: no change in US policy on Taiwan
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Bank of England's Bailey says public must be given confidence in 2% inflation target

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Tuesday it was important to get UK inflation back to target and give households confidence

Bank of England's Bailey says public must be given confidence in 2% inflation target
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Iran studying deal to halt war, as Trump says talks going on continuously

Iran is reviewing a proposed agreement with the U.S. to halt their war but has not communicated with Washington for a few days,

Iran studying deal to halt war, as Trump says talks going on continuously
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Democrats don’t get why they’ve lost most working class voters

Class-war rhetoric from Democratic candidates jams working-class voters into a prefabricated progressive agenda, an expert on rural and working-class communities argues.

Democrats don’t get why they’ve lost most working class voters
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Israel kills 11 in Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah will de-escalate

Israeli drone strikes on southern Lebanon have killed 11 people, including a man along with his son and daughter

Israel kills 11 in Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah will de-escalate
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Congress asks NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to testify about league's embrace of streaming services

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has been invited to testify before Congress as the league faces increasing federal scrutiny about its broadcast deals and its recent practice of airing games on paywalled streaming services

Congress asks NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to testify about league's embrace of streaming services
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UK budget watchdog will factor stickier inflation into next forecasts

Britain's budget watchdog said on Tuesday it will factor in the unexpectedly strong persistence of inflation after the 2022 energy price shock when it

UK budget watchdog will factor stickier inflation into next forecasts
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Netanyahu faces criticism after Trump halts Israeli strikes on Beirut

Benjamin Netanyahu is under criticism at home after U.S.

Netanyahu faces criticism after Trump halts Israeli strikes on Beirut
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UN warns funding cuts could worsen Rohingya crisis in Bangladesh

The U.N. refugee agency warned on Tuesday that declining humanitarian funding could significantly worsen conditions for around 1.2 million Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh,

UN warns funding cuts could worsen Rohingya crisis in Bangladesh
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Sweden prepares prisons for 13-year-old gang killers

A surge in gang-related shootings and bombings over the

Sweden prepares prisons for 13-year-old gang killers
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'Some kind of apocalypse': A Kyiv resident recalls terror of Russian attack

When a large explosion shook Olha Mudra's apartment block in Kyiv in the early hours of Tuesday, it felt like the end of the world.

'Some kind of apocalypse': A Kyiv resident recalls terror of Russian attack
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Hungary PM Magyar ready to meet Ukraine's Zelenskiy in post-Orban reset

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Tuesday he was ready to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy next week to

Hungary PM Magyar ready to meet Ukraine's Zelenskiy in post-Orban reset
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US, NATO allies to launch scaled-back Baltic Sea drills

The U.S. and NATO allies will launch scaled-back drills in the Baltic Sea this week, as conflicts in other regions draw ships away, though the

US, NATO allies to launch scaled-back Baltic Sea drills
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Fed's Hammack says rates may need to rise if rising inflation does not abate

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Fed's Hammack says rates may need to rise if rising inflation does not abate
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Jill Biden shares update on Joe Biden’s cancer

Former first lady Jill Biden spoke with NBC’s Craig Melvin on “TODAY” about her husband’ cancer diagnosis. Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer in 2025.

Jill Biden shares update on Joe Biden’s cancer
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Philadelphia man among over 35,000 former federal workers waiting for full retirement benefits

Philadelphia man among over 35,000 former federal workers waiting for full retirement benefits

Philadelphia man among over 35,000 former federal workers waiting for full retirement benefits
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Janet Mills reminds voters she’s ‘still on the ballot’ against Platner as some supporters want her to campaign again

Janet Mills reminds voters she’s ‘still on the ballot’ against Platner as some supporters want her to campaign again

Janet Mills reminds voters she’s ‘still on the ballot’ against Platner as some supporters want her to campaign again
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EU strikes migration deal for more deportations and detention centers abroad

The European Union has agreed on a major overhaul of its migration policy, aiming to increase deportations and establish detention centers abroad

EU strikes migration deal for more deportations and detention centers abroad
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Kremlin talks of new 'paradigm' in Ukraine war, accusing Kyiv of 'acts of terror'

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that the war in Ukraine had entered a "different paradigm" due to what it called "inhumane acts of terror" carried out by Kyiv's military against

Kremlin talks of new 'paradigm' in Ukraine war, accusing Kyiv of 'acts of terror'
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'Love my woke pope': Why Leo's first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach

Pope Leo XIV has issued a manifesto calling for robust regulation of artificial intelligence

'Love my woke pope': Why Leo's first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach
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This GOP congressman is running unopposed in Tuesday’s primary. He’s been missing from Washington for nearly three months

This GOP congressman is running unopposed in Tuesday’s primary. He’s been missing from Washington for nearly three months

This GOP congressman is running unopposed in Tuesday’s primary. He’s been missing from Washington for nearly three months
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New Mexico ‘Truth Commission’ begins investigation into Epstein’s Zorro Ranch, will issue subpoenas

New Mexico ‘Truth Commission’ begins investigation into Epstein’s Zorro Ranch, will issue subpoenas

New Mexico ‘Truth Commission’ begins investigation into Epstein’s Zorro Ranch, will issue subpoenas
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Pro-Trump candidate pulls ahead in Colombia presidential vote as ruling party sows doubt in results

Tough-on-crime outsider Abelardo de la Espriella took the lead in Colombia’s presidential race in the first round of voting Sunday night, setting up a runoff with Iván Cepeda, an ally of Colombia’s outgoing President Gustavo Petro who questioned the results of the election

Pro-Trump candidate pulls ahead in Colombia presidential vote as ruling party sows doubt in results
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Trump’s financial ties face scrutiny after moves benefiting allies and family

President Donald Trump has found multiple ways to harness the presidency to benefit himself

Trump’s financial ties face scrutiny after moves benefiting allies and family
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Kenyan president defends US Ebola quarantine center amid protests

Kenya’s president has defended the establishment by the U.S. of its own Ebola quarantine facility

Kenyan president defends US Ebola quarantine center amid protests
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Robot patrol dogs could be coming to Taiwan's South China Sea islands

The Taiwan military's top weapons development institute showed off on Tuesday three robot patrol dogs that could one day be used on Taiwan's islands in the disputed South

Robot patrol dogs could be coming to Taiwan's South China Sea islands
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South African politician seeks US refuge on fears of future persecution

For SJ Du Venage, a provincial council member for a right-wing party in South Africa's governing coalition, the decision to leave his

South African politician seeks US refuge on fears of future persecution
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Restrictions on prediction market bets by US troops part of draft defense bill

Restrictions on prediction market bets by US troops part of draft defense bill

Restrictions on prediction market bets by US troops part of draft defense bill
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In France's poor, diverse suburbs, Melenchon's hard left charts a path to the presidency

When Bassi Konate became mayor of Sarcelles this spring, the independent candidate backed by the hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party ended

In France's poor, diverse suburbs, Melenchon's hard left charts a path to the presidency
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Japan considering sales tax cut in April 2027, Mainichi reports

Japan is considering rolling out a two-year cut to its tax on food sales from April next year, the Mainichi newspaper reported, a move

Japan considering sales tax cut in April 2027, Mainichi reports
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US in talks to expand nuclear weapons deployments in Europe, FT says

The U.S. is discussing whether to deploy nuclear weapons in additional European NATO states, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday.

US in talks to expand nuclear weapons deployments in Europe, FT says
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Cambodia launches UN-backed process to settle maritime dispute with Thailand

Cambodia said on Tuesday it has informed the United Nations and Thailand that it has launched a compulsory conciliation process under international law aimed at resolving a

Cambodia launches UN-backed process to settle maritime dispute with Thailand
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Trump signs proclamation amending  tariffs on steel, aluminum and copper imports

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Trump signs proclamation amending  tariffs on steel, aluminum and copper imports
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Takeaways from Jill Biden’s new memoir

Takeaways from Jill Biden’s new memoir

Takeaways from Jill Biden’s new memoir
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Democrats appeal judge's decision not to block Trump's mail-in voting executive order

The Democratic Party indicated in a court filing on Monday that it is appealing a judge's decision last week not to immediately block President Donald Trump's executive

Democrats appeal judge's decision not to block Trump's mail-in voting executive order
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US agency announces interim guidance on Medicaid work requirements

The U.S. agency that runs the Medicare and Medicaid programs on Monday announced interim guidance on how states should implement new work requirements for

US agency announces interim guidance on Medicaid work requirements
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New Mexico Epstein commission makes first subpoenas

New Mexico legislators probing Jeffrey Epstein on Monday said they have issued their first subpoenas, calling for evidence on the late sex offender

New Mexico Epstein commission makes first subpoenas
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Lebanon announces partial ceasefire between Israel, Hezbollah but attacks continue

Lebanon announced a partial ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel on Monday in what would amount to a limited de-

Lebanon announces partial ceasefire between Israel, Hezbollah but attacks continue
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Trump reconsidering $1.8 billion fund, AP source says, as Justice Department temporarily pauses it

President Donald Trump is reconsidering whether to move forward with a $1.8 billion fund meant to compensate his allies, a person familiar with his thinking said Monday

Trump reconsidering $1.8 billion fund, AP source says, as Justice Department temporarily pauses it
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Sen. Bernie Sanders stands by Graham Platner after controversy over sexually explicit texts

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders says he is standing by Graham Platner in the wake of media reports that the Maine Senate candidate previously exchanged sexually explicit text messages with several women

Sen. Bernie Sanders stands by Graham Platner after controversy over sexually explicit texts
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Chile's Kast launches legislative agenda as he seeks to restore popularity

Chile's far-right President Jose Antonio Kast, who took office in March, promised a legislative agenda that prioritizes fighting

Chile's Kast launches legislative agenda as he seeks to restore popularity