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

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

Greece's leftist firebrand Tsipras makes comeback with new political party
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sevastopol governor says Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles in attack

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

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

China willing to work with Czech government to improve ties

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

China willing to work with Czech government to improve ties
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Errant Ukrainian drones fuel tensions on NATO's eastern flank

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

Errant Ukrainian drones fuel tensions on NATO's eastern flank
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Lifestyle|Political

UK grocery inflation eases with Iran conflict yet to fully hit prices

British grocery inflation eased to 3.1% in the four weeks to May 17, its slowest rate of increase since December 2024, researcher Worldpanel by Numerator said

UK grocery inflation eases with Iran conflict yet to fully hit prices
Europe|Political|World

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

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

New UK-Poland treaty to focus on defence against Russia, Tusk says
Europe|Political|World

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

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

Drone incursions sow fear, chaos along NATO's Baltic and Finnish borders
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|World

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

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

US has deported thousands of Cubans and Venezuelans to danger in Mexico, Human Rights Watch says
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

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

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

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

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

Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks
Business|Election|Political|US

Paxton dominates Cornyn in Texas US Senate runoff, the latest sign of Trump's hold on GOP

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate

Paxton dominates Cornyn in Texas US Senate runoff, the latest sign of Trump's hold on GOP
Crime|Election|Political|US

Ken Paxton’s controversies take center stage in his Texas Senate matchup with James Talarico

Ken Paxton’s controversies take center stage in his Texas Senate matchup with James Talarico

Ken Paxton’s controversies take center stage in his Texas Senate matchup with James Talarico
Election|Political|US

Democrat rebuked by party for antisemitic remarks will lose Texas House runoff

Democrat rebuked by party for antisemitic remarks will lose Texas House runoff

Democrat rebuked by party for antisemitic remarks will lose Texas House runoff
Crime|Political|US

Biden sues Justice Department to stop release of audio and transcripts tied to special counsel probe

Joe Biden has sued the Justice Department in an effort to block the release of audio recordings and transcripts of the former president’s interview with a ghostwriter

Biden sues Justice Department to stop release of audio and transcripts tied to special counsel probe
Arts|Entertainment|Political|Sports

UFC fighting cage rises on White House lawn for bout celebrating America’s 250th anniversary

Crews are busy building a temporary octagon-shaped cage on the White House South Lawn for a UFC bout

UFC fighting cage rises on White House lawn for bout celebrating America’s 250th anniversary
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia allows central bank, top lender Sberbank to down drones

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

Russia allows central bank, top lender Sberbank to down drones
Americas|Crime|Political|World

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

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

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

‘Slush fund for crooks’: GOP lawmaker faces criticism over ‘anti-weaponization’ fund, Epstein files and Trump at town hall

‘Slush fund for crooks’: GOP lawmaker faces criticism over ‘anti-weaponization’ fund, Epstein files and Trump at town hall

‘Slush fund for crooks’: GOP lawmaker faces criticism over ‘anti-weaponization’ fund, Epstein files and Trump at town hall
Political|Science|Technology|World

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

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

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

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

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked the U.S.

US judge halts West Point faculty speech curbs under Trump-era policy
Asia|Political|Travel|World

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

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

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

UK, Poland to sign defence treaty to tackle Russian threats

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

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

UN Security Council condemns attack on UAE nuclear plant

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

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

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

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

Brazil senator and presidential contender Flavio Bolsonaro meets Trump at White House
Health|Political|Travel|World

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

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

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

Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs

Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

US Justice Department sues UCLA alleging antisemitic educational environment

The U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire

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

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

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

U.S.

US to seek public comment on Chinese goods eligible for tariff cuts
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop media leaks

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

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop media leaks
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Portugal police say operation breaks up large-scale illegal immigration network
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel attacks Hamas' new armed wing chief, Netanyahu says

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

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

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

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

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

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

Israel pounds Lebanon with strikes, expands ground operations past security zone
Economy|Political|Technology|World

Iranians emerge online with skepticism and defiance after months of blackout

Iranians emerge online with skepticism and defiance after months of blackout

Iranians emerge online with skepticism  and defiance after months of blackout
Crime|Election|Political|US

The Justice Department wants to interview 2020 election workers

The Justice Department wants to interview 2020 election workers

The Justice Department wants to interview 2020 election workers
Economy|Election|Health|Political

Sen. Bernie Sanders rallies for Graham Platner and Troy Jackson ahead of June election

Sen. Bernie Sanders rallies for Graham Platner and Troy Jackson ahead of June election

Sen. Bernie Sanders rallies for Graham Platner and Troy Jackson ahead of June election
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Political|Sports

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner stands by ad slamming Red Sox over private equity

Graham Platner began Memorial Day weekend by releasing an ad on the cable station that airs Boston Red Sox games accusing team owners of ruining the storied franchise

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner stands by ad slamming Red Sox over private equity
Crime|Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

U.S.

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

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

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

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

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

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

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

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

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

U.N.

U.N.'s Guterres 'deeply concerned' by Moscow plan for Kyiv strikes
Business|Economy|Political|Science|World

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

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

Russia and Kazakhstan will sign nuclear power deal during Putin trip, Kremlin says
Political|Sports|US|World

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

The U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political

Court blocks Alabama from erasing significantly Black US House district

A court blocked Alabama on Tuesday from using a pro-Republican voting map that would erase one of the state's two U.S.

Court blocks Alabama from erasing significantly Black US House district
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war

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

Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Federal court blocks Alabama plan for new congressional districts that could help Republicans

Federal judges have temporarily blocked Alabama’s plan to use new congressional districts that could help Republicans win an additional seat in the midterm elections

Federal court blocks Alabama plan for new congressional districts that could help Republicans
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

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

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

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

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

The U.S.

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

UK targets Russian crypto networks in latest sanctions

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

UK targets Russian crypto networks in latest sanctions
Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advisers to the U.S.

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

US and Armenia sign partnership agreement ahead of Armenian election

U.S.

US and Armenia sign partnership agreement ahead of Armenian election
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

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

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

Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says
Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

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

U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

US plans to cut strategic bombers and warships available to NATO in a crisis, Spiegel reports
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

Pope "very likely" to come to Argentina in November, president says
Political|Sports|US

Supreme Court allows Brian Flores to sue NFL for discriminating against Black coaches

Supreme Court allows Brian Flores to sue NFL for discriminating against Black coaches

Supreme Court allows Brian Flores to sue NFL for discriminating against Black coaches
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

From the San Luis Valley to Vail, Latino labor powers every sector of Colorado’s economy

Latinos were the first Coloradans, and yet they are portrayed by the administration as intruders in an era of immigration enforcement.

From the San Luis Valley to Vail, Latino labor powers every sector of Colorado’s economy
Africa|Economy|Political|World

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

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

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

As Fed leashes bank examiners, Wall Street pushes for more wins, sources say

Wall Street banks are pushing the Federal Reserve behind the scenes to cement its new supervisory regime so the changes cannot easily be reversed by

As Fed leashes bank examiners, Wall Street pushes for more wins, sources say
Africa|Crime|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

Russian business to Putin: we need heavier weapons for drone defence
Crime|Political|US

Targets of Trump’s retribution slam ‘slush fund,’ saying they’re the real victims of weaponized DOJ

Targets of Trump’s retribution slam ‘slush fund,’ saying they’re the real victims of weaponized DOJ

Targets of Trump’s retribution slam ‘slush fund,’ saying they’re the real victims of weaponized DOJ
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science|Technology

Big Tobacco comes out on top after US FDA shake-up

The U.S.

Big Tobacco comes out on top after US FDA shake-up
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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

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

Trump claims 2020 election 'rigged' at least 107 times in six months as midterms loom
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

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

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

Ireland to ban goods from Israeli settlements in West Bank by July
Health|Political|Science|World

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

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

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

John Cornyn makes his last stand against Ken Paxton, and other things to watch in Tuesday’s Texas runoffs

John Cornyn makes his last stand against Ken Paxton, and other things to watch in Tuesday’s Texas runoffs

John Cornyn makes his last stand against Ken Paxton, and other things to watch in Tuesday’s Texas runoffs
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh boosts vigilance over suspected forced crossings from India

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

Bangladesh boosts vigilance over suspected forced crossings from India
Australia|Crime|Political|World

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

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

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

China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party

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

China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party
Asia|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rubio says Strait of Hormuz has to be open 'one way or the other'
Asia|Political|World

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

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

Taiwan tracks second Chinese 'combat' patrol in a week, sends ships and jets to monitor
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Opinion|Political|Technology

Q&A: Anna Gomez is the sole Democrat on the FCC. She has a warning for big media companies

Anna Gomez, the sole Democrat on the Federal Communications Commission, is urging media companies to resist what she sees as the Trump administration's crackdown on free speech

Q&A: Anna Gomez is the sole Democrat on the FCC. She has a warning for big media companies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump

Democrats are increasingly critiquing each other over their personal stock trades as the party looks to hone its anti-corruption message against President Donald Trump in the midterm elections

Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

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

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

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

UAE accused of training Colombian mercenaries for Sudan's war

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

UAE accused of training Colombian mercenaries for Sudan's war
Business|Economy|Political|World

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

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

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

Canada demands Israel probe 'appalling' treatment of flotilla members

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

Canada demands Israel probe 'appalling' treatment of flotilla members
Business|Economy|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cuba publishes names of prisoners granted freedom in amnesty

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

Cuba publishes names of prisoners granted freedom in amnesty
Election|Political|US

Cornyn and Paxton flood Texas airwaves in final day of GOP Senate runoff

Texas Republican Senate candidates Sen. John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton had no public campaign events on the last day before Tuesday's runoff

Cornyn and Paxton flood Texas airwaves in final day of GOP Senate runoff
Business|Crime|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

Senegal's Faye names economist Lo as new prime minister

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

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

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

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

Russia threatens strikes on Kyiv defence sites, urges foreigners to leave
Europe|Political|World

Meloni coalition wins Venice mayoral vote, defying polls

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

Meloni coalition wins Venice mayoral vote, defying polls
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

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

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

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

Stocks jump while oil and dollar ease on Iran peace hopes

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

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

Belarus opposition leader visits Ukraine as Kyiv warns of escalation

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

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

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

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

Zelenskiy: Little progress in talks with U.S. on missile defences
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Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source

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

Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source
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Trump links Abraham Accords to any Iran deal

U.S.

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

CNN reporter describes moment she heard gunshots near White House

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

CNN reporter describes moment she heard gunshots near White House
Crime|Political|US

Anti-Trump signs in yard stir up constitutional controversy

Anti-Trump signs in yard stir up constitutional controversy

Anti-Trump signs in yard stir up constitutional controversy
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

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

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

Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity
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Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death

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

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death
Crime|Europe|Political

Estranged husband of former Scottish leader admits $540K embezzlement of party funds

The estranged husband of former Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon has pleaded guilty to embezzling over 400,000 pounds from the Scottish National Party

Estranged husband of former Scottish leader admits $540K embezzlement of party funds
Election|MidEast|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party condemns ousting of main opposition
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Man says he tried to return a $20,000 IRS error — then got charged interest

Man says he tried to return a $20,000 IRS error — then got charged interest

Man says he tried to return a $20,000 IRS error — then got charged interest
Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

Drone attacks raise fears as Colombians vote to elect a new president
Crime|Political|World

Cambodian king pardons former opposition leader

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

Cambodian king pardons former opposition leader
Economy|Political|World

Bolivia president Paz cuts salary in half as protests grip country

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

Bolivia president Paz cuts salary in half as protests grip country
Business|Crime|Education|Opinion|Political

How community groups, activists and local media turned Camden, New Jersey, into a model of police reform

Camden, New Jersey’s homicide rate in 2025 was four times the national average – still high, but a marked change from when it was 18 times the national average in 2012.

How community groups, activists and local media turned Camden, New Jersey, into a model of police reform
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

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

Former U.S.

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

Pope, urging AI regulation, warns some weapons now beyond human control

Pope Leo urged governments to slow down and closely regulate the development of AI systems in his first major document, released on Monday, warning

Pope, urging AI regulation, warns some weapons now beyond human control
Crime|Political|US|World

Boston firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home

Boston firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home

Boston firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home
Economy|Education|Political|Technology|World

Founder of viral Indian Gen Z account alleges crackdown, threats

New Delhi - A viral social media account focusing on the concerns of India’s Gen Z has come under attack, with its founder alleging hacking and

Founder of viral Indian Gen Z account alleges crackdown, threats
Economy|Political|World

Japan's Takaichi unveils $19 billion extra budget, reassures on bond issuance

Japan will build up an extra $19 billion in reserves to subsidise fuel costs and help tackle cost of living pressures, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said

Japan's Takaichi unveils $19 billion extra budget, reassures on bond issuance
Political|World

Netanyahu admits difficulty influencing Trump decisions on Iran, sources say

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told confidants in private conversations that Israel has little ability to influence Donald Trump's decision-making on

Netanyahu admits difficulty influencing Trump decisions on Iran, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts

President Xi Jinping hailed China's "unbreakable" friendship with Pakistan on Monday as he met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing, seeking

Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts
Political

Mullin’s first two months at DHS: deportations, threats against sanctuary cities — and a lower profile

Mullin’s first two months at DHS: deportations, threats against sanctuary cities — and a lower profile

Mullin’s first two months at DHS: deportations, threats against sanctuary cities — and a lower profile
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Latvian lawmaker moves to form new government, eyes vote as soon as this week

Latvian opposition lawmaker Andris Kulbergs of the United List said on Monday he aimed to form a four-party majority government after the ruling coalition collapsed this month

Latvian lawmaker moves to form new government, eyes vote as soon as this week
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greek police arrest 20 in Crete over suspected EU farm subsidies fraud

Greek police arrested 20 people on the island of Crete on Monday, saying they had dismantled a criminal gang suspected of defrauding the European Union of agricultural

Greek police arrest 20 in Crete over suspected EU farm subsidies fraud
Election|Political

A ‘vegan’ and ‘Tala-freak-o’: GOP prepares a furious general election messaging blitz against Talarico

A ‘vegan’ and ‘Tala-freak-o’: GOP prepares a furious general election messaging blitz against Talarico

A ‘vegan’ and ‘Tala-freak-o’: GOP prepares a furious general election messaging blitz against Talarico
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Myanmar military steps up fight for rare earth area and border routes

Myanmar's military has launched renewed offensives into several border regions, including a frontier area with critical rare earth deposits and other vital trade routes, a month

Myanmar military steps up fight for rare earth area and border routes
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit

War in Iran, strained U.S. commitments in Asia and rising tensions over

Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit
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Rubio says US will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with it 'another way'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday the U.S. will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with the country "another way." 

Rubio says US will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with it 'another way'
Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Pakistan Shi'ites deported from UAE return to lost jobs, frozen savings

In a cluster of villages in Pakistan's largely rural Chakwal district, more than 100 Shi'ite Muslims have returned from the

Pakistan Shi'ites deported from UAE return to lost jobs, frozen savings
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Will they or won't they?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The ever-inching prospect of a deal to end the Iran war and open the Strait of Hormuz paved the way for investors to put on

Will they or won't they?
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse

Prisoners in Venezuela's western Barinas prison staged a protest on the roof of the detention center on Sunday, piling flaming mattresses and calling for the removal of the

Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse
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Colombian presidential candidates wrap up campaigns with big rallies

Colombia's presidential candidates wrapped up their campaigns on Sunday with rallies that drew massive crowds, ahead of a May 31 vote that analysts

Colombian presidential candidates wrap up campaigns with big rallies
Business|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Southern California chemical tank has a crack that could possibly lower risk of explosion

Authorities are bracing for the possibility that a damaged chemical tank at a facility in Southern California could leak or explode

Southern California chemical tank has a crack that could possibly lower risk of explosion
Economy|Political|World

Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, US blockade stays

U.S.

Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, US blockade stays
Economy|Political|World

Trump says not to rush as details emerge of a potential Iran deal

Regional officials say the United States is close to a deal with Iran to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Trump says not to rush as details emerge of a potential Iran deal
Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Bystander in serious condition after fatal shooting near White House checkpoint

The bystander who was struck by gunfire after a man fired on a checkpoint outside the White House and was fatally shot by U.S. Secret Service officers remains in serious condition

Bystander in serious condition after fatal shooting near White House checkpoint
Crime|Europe|Political

Irish governing Fine Gael, opposition Social Democrats share by-election spoils

Ireland's governing centre-right Fine Gael and the Social Democrats, one of the country's smaller centre-left parties, won two by-elections on Sunday,

Irish governing Fine Gael, opposition Social Democrats share by-election spoils
Europe|Political|World

Far right and newcomers make gains in Cyprus election

Cyprus' far right made gains in Sunday's parliamentary election while anti-corruption newcomers and social media influencers captured seats, results

Far right and newcomers make gains in Cyprus election
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Nigeria's Tinubu to run for second term after party primary win

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu will seek a second and final four-year term in January after overwhelmingly defeating a little-known challenger in ruling party primaries,

Nigeria's Tinubu to run for second term after party primary win
Crime|Political|World

Arab-Islamic states condemn Israeli minister Ben-Gvir over Gaza flotilla detention

The foreign ministers of the Group of Eight Arab-Islamic states on Sunday strongly condemned the actions of far-right Israeli police minister Itamar Ben-Gvir towards participants in

Arab-Islamic states condemn Israeli minister Ben-Gvir over Gaza flotilla detention
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Republicans who have drawn a hard line on Iran pan Trump's emerging proposal to end the war

President Donald Trump’s emerging deal to end the Iran war is drawing heavy criticism from some fellow Republicans

Republicans who have drawn a hard line on Iran pan Trump's emerging proposal to end the war
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish police storm offices of the main opposition CHP party, firing tear gas and rubber bullets

Police have stormed the offices of Turkey’s main opposition CHP party, using tear gas and rubber bullets

Turkish police storm offices of the main opposition CHP party, firing tear gas and rubber bullets
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home

Firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home

Firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home
Political|US|World

Possible deal on Iran divides US lawmakers largely along party lines

U.S. lawmakers appearing on Sunday morning talk shows split sharply over a potential deal to end the Iran war, with Republicans mostly backing the publicly reported contours of an

Possible deal on Iran divides US lawmakers largely along party lines
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Turkish police force ousted opposition out of headquarters as crisis deepens

Turkish riot police fired tear gas and forced their way into the main opposition party's headquarters to evict its ousted leadership on

Turkish police force ousted opposition out of headquarters as crisis deepens
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US Treasury rout tests Washington's tolerance for higher borrowing costs

President Donald Trump's resolve on Iran is being tested by a force largely beyond his control: the bond market. 

US Treasury rout tests Washington's tolerance for higher borrowing costs
Crime|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia hits Ukraine with Oreshnik missile in one of war's biggest attacks on Kyiv

Russia pounded Kyiv and surrounding areas with hundreds of drones and missiles on Sunday in one of the heaviest bombardments of the city since

Russia hits Ukraine with Oreshnik missile in one of war's biggest attacks on Kyiv
Crime|Political|US

Secret Service says officers fatally shot a person who fired at them near White House

Secret Service says officers fatally shot a person who fired at them near White House

Secret Service says officers fatally shot a person who fired at them near White House
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Benin's Wadagni takes office, vows better living standards, security

Benin's new president, Romuald Wadagni, vowed at his inauguration on Sunday to confront rising security threats and to ensure economic growth translated into concrete

Benin's Wadagni takes office, vows better living standards, security
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli fire kills parents and their infant in Gaza, medics say

An Israeli airstrike on an apartment in a refugee camp in central Gaza on Sunday left three people dead, including a six-month-old

Israeli fire kills parents and their infant in Gaza, medics say
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told U.S.

Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says
Crime|Political|World

Judge dismisses charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying Todd Blanche spurred a ‘tainted investigation’

The criminal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia — the man the Trump administration deported to El Salvador last year despite a judge’s order barring his removal to the country – have been dismissed by a federal judge in Tennessee, who cited a “tainted investigation” by now-acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.

Judge dismisses charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying Todd Blanche spurred a ‘tainted investigation’
Business|Economy|Political|US

Democrats vow a redistricting counterpunch but are facing hurdles Republicans don't

Democrats are poised to finish several seats behind Republicans in 2026 in the nationwide race to redraw maps for the U.S. House

Democrats vow a redistricting counterpunch but are facing hurdles Republicans don't
Political

Oral arguments are taking forever. Supreme Court justices have had enough

Oral arguments are taking forever. Supreme Court justices have had enough

Oral arguments are taking forever. Supreme Court justices have had enough
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump talks up his ballroom plan dozens of times but plays down Americans' economic pain

Standing in front of the White House ballroom construction site, U.S.

Trump talks up his ballroom plan dozens of times but plays down Americans' economic pain
Europe|Political|World

Russia says it hit Ukraine with hypersonic and ballistic missiles, state news agencies report

Russian forces hit targets in Ukraine using four types of missiles - Oreshnik, Iskander, Kinzhal and Zircon - in overnight attacks on Sunday, in retaliation for Kyiv's

Russia says it hit Ukraine with hypersonic and ballistic missiles, state news agencies report
Business|Economy|Political|World

India, US discuss Middle East, trade as Rubio cites progress on Iran conflict

U.S.

India, US discuss Middle East, trade as Rubio cites progress on Iran conflict
Asia|Political|World

Chinese ship leaves after tense standoff near Taiwan-controlled islands

A Chinese coast guard ship left waters near Taiwan's strategically located Pratas Islands at the top of the South China Sea on Sunday

Chinese ship leaves after tense standoff near Taiwan-controlled islands
Health|Political|US

Why Gabbard says she is resigning as Director of National Intelligence

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is resigning, according to three people familiar with the matter. Gabbard has informed associates that she is leaving because her husband is battling cancer, the people said.

Why Gabbard says she is resigning as Director of National Intelligence
Political|US|World

Trump says agreement with Iran has ‘been largely negotiated’ and Strait of Hormuz will be opened

Trump says agreement with Iran has ‘been largely negotiated’ and Strait of Hormuz will be opened

Trump says agreement with Iran has ‘been largely negotiated’ and Strait of Hormuz will be opened
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Axios says proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension

The U.S. and Iran are close to signing a deal involving a 60-day ceasefire extension, during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, Iran would be able to freely sell oil and

Axios says proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says a deal with Iran and opening of Strait of Hormuz are 'largely negotiated'

President Donald Trump says a deal with Iran, including opening the Strait of Hormuz, has been “largely negotiated.”

Trump says a deal with Iran and opening of Strait of Hormuz are 'largely negotiated'
Crime|Political|US|World

Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says

The U.S. Secret Service says a man who opened fire near a White House security checkpoint is dead

Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says
Crime|Political|US|World

Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says

A gunman who fired at a White House ‌checkpoint was shot by officers and died after being taken to the hospital on Saturday evening, the Secret Service

Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia pounds Kyiv with missiles and drones, shaking city center and injuring 10

Russia has launched an intense missile and drone attack on Kyiv, shaking buildings across the city center

Russia pounds Kyiv with missiles and drones, shaking city center and injuring 10
Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Man killed in shooting outside White House had previously tried to get inside, had mental health concerns

Man killed in shooting outside White House had previously tried to get inside, had mental health concerns

Man killed in shooting outside White House had previously tried to get inside, had mental health concerns
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US conducts military drill over Venezuelan capital Caracas

The U.S. military conducted a drill over Caracas on Saturday, its first military exercise in Venezuela since U.S. troops attacked the capital and captured President Nicolas

US conducts military drill over Venezuelan capital Caracas
Business|Political|World

Trump says Iran peace deal is 'largely negotiated'

U.S.

Trump says Iran peace deal is 'largely negotiated'
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Protesters clash with police after an anti-government rally in Serbia's capital

Clashes have erupted between protesters and riot police after a massive anti-government rally in Serbia's capital, Belgrade

Protesters clash with police after an anti-government rally in Serbia's capital
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Police and protesters clash in Serbia as crowds demand president's exit

Police fired tear gas and clashed with protesters in central Belgrade on Saturday, as tens of thousands gathered to demand early elections and an end to the more than

Police and protesters clash in Serbia as crowds demand president's exit
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Fact check: 28 separate false claims Trump made this week

Fact check: 28 separate false claims Trump made this week

Fact check: 28 separate false claims Trump made this week
Crime|Political|World

Judge dismisses charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying Todd Blanche spurred a ‘tainted investigation’

Judge dismisses charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying Todd Blanche spurred a ‘tainted investigation’

Judge dismisses charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying Todd Blanche spurred a ‘tainted investigation’
Political|World

Trump says negotiators are getting closer to Iran deal, media interviews show

President Donald Trump said on Saturday that negotiators for the United States and Iran were "getting a lot closer" to finalizing an agreement to end the war, according

Trump says negotiators are getting closer to Iran deal, media interviews show
Political|World

Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' with provision to reopen strait

U.S.

Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' with provision to reopen strait
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump's Justice Department scrubs its website of news releases about Jan. 6 defendants

The Department of Justice is acknowledging it's removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021, riot

Trump's Justice Department scrubs its website of news releases about Jan. 6 defendants
Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia preparing strike on Ukraine using hypersonic 'Oreshnik' missile, Zelenskiy says

Russia is preparing a strike against Ukraine using a hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday, citing intelligence from

Russia preparing strike on Ukraine using hypersonic 'Oreshnik' missile, Zelenskiy says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Tens of thousands march in Madrid to demand prime minister's resignation

At least seven police were injured in clashes with protesters, officials said, as tens of thousands of people marched through Madrid on Saturday, demanding the resignation

Tens of thousands march in Madrid to demand prime minister's resignation
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Russia says 18 killed in strike on student dorm that it blamed on Ukraine

The death toll from a drone strike on a student dorm in the Russian-controlled Luhansk region of eastern Ukraine has risen to 18, with many of the victims young women, Russian

Russia says 18 killed in strike on student dorm that it blamed on Ukraine
MidEast|Political|World

Trump meets with national security officials as he weighs next steps on Iran

Trump meets with national security officials as he weighs next steps on Iran

Trump meets with national security officials as he weighs next steps on Iran
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela

(Corrects details of 2024 election to say Machado's opposition movement was widely seen as the legitimate winner of the contest that Maduro was accused of rigging, instead of that she won the election

Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Republican defiance over 'anti-weaponization' fund sets up confrontation with Trump

Republicans in the U.S.

Republican defiance over 'anti-weaponization' fund sets up confrontation with Trump
Business|Election|Europe|Political|World

Denmark's Frederiksen gets new chance to form government after centre-right talks fail

Denmark's King Frederik asked caretaker Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Saturday to make a fresh attempt to form a government after centre-right talks led by Defence

Denmark's Frederiksen gets new chance to form government after centre-right talks fail
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir banned from French territory

France has decided to ban Israel's far-right police minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from French territory, Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Saturday, adding that this

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir banned from French territory
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ousted Turkish opposition leader calls for party congress in 40 days

The ousted leader of Turkey's main opposition party called on Saturday for a new party congress to be held as soon as possible - in some 40 days - after a

Ousted Turkish opposition leader calls for party congress in 40 days
MidEast|Political|World

Iran's top negotiator says Tehran will not compromise in talks with US

Iran's top negotiator, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, told Pakistani army chief Asim Munir during talks in Tehran on Saturday that the U.S. was not an honest

Iran's top negotiator says Tehran will not compromise in talks with US
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|US|World

This congressman's family was swept up in WWII Japanese detention. He sees a repeat in today's raids

Mark Takano can't help but see the parallels in U.S. history

This congressman's family was swept up in WWII Japanese detention. He sees a repeat in today's raids
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Political

Progressives land a big win in a Philadelphia House primary and hope it means more are on the way

Democrat Chris Rabb seemed to be a long shot running for a congressional seat in Philadelphia

Progressives land a big win in a Philadelphia House primary and hope it means more are on the way
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Sidelined on Iran and Venezuela, Gabbard instead pursued Trump’s Deep State grievances amid her own suspicions

Sidelined on Iran and Venezuela, Gabbard instead pursued Trump’s Deep State grievances amid her own suspicions

Sidelined on Iran and Venezuela, Gabbard instead pursued Trump’s Deep State grievances amid her own suspicions
Europe|Finance|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says proposal of associate EU membership 'unfair'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in a letter to EU leaders that a German proposal to grant Ukraine "associate" membership of the European Union was

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says proposal of associate EU membership 'unfair'
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

‘Senators are not happy’: How Trump pushed the GOP to the breaking point this week

‘Senators are not happy’: How Trump pushed the GOP to the breaking point this week

‘Senators are not happy’: How Trump pushed the GOP to the breaking point this week
Asia|Political|World

Hundreds rally in Taipei for defence spending after parliament cuts funds

Hundreds of people rallied in central Taipei on Saturday in support of government plans to increase defence spending, after the opposition controlled parliament approved

Hundreds rally in Taipei for defence spending after parliament cuts funds
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

EU must reform, consolidate, use joint debt to cope with spending needs, IMF says

European Union countries will face large bills for defence, energy and pensions in the next 15 years, the International Monetary Fund told EU finance

EU must reform, consolidate, use joint debt to cope with spending needs, IMF says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row

Japan's Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa said on Saturday there were no formal bilateral talks with China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, though the two had a brief

Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row
Economy|Political|World

Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?

U.S.

Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?
Business|Economy|Political|World

US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source says

U.S. arms sales to Taiwan take years to process and are unrelated to the war with Iran, a source familiar with the matter said, after a senior U.S. official suggested there was a

US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source says
Asia|Economy|Political|Travel|US|World

Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as US tries to reset strained ties

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in India ahead of a meeting next week with his counterparts from India, Australia, and Japan, members of the Indo-Pacific strategic alliance known as the Quad

Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as US tries to reset strained ties
Political|Science|Technology|World

Conference at UN to review nuclear nonproliferation treaty fails to reach agreement

A four-week conference at the United Nations to review the treaty to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons has ended without an agreement as the United States and Iran spar over Iran's nuclear program

Conference at UN to review nuclear nonproliferation treaty fails to reach agreement
Economy|Political|World

World Bank document shows 27 countries seeking to ensure access to crisis funds

Twenty-seven countries have moved since the Iran war started to put in place crisis instruments that could quickly access funding from existing World

World Bank document shows 27 countries seeking to ensure access to crisis funds
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Senegal president sacks PM Sonko, dissolves government after months of friction

Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Friday dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government, a move that risks

Senegal president sacks PM Sonko, dissolves government after months of friction
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

No talks currently planned between Trump and Taiwan’s Lai, sources say

The U.S. and Taiwan have not made concrete plans for talks between their presidents, four people

No talks currently planned between Trump and Taiwan’s Lai, sources say
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms

The U.S.

US tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms
Crime|Political|US|World

Audit finds over 70% increase in federal immigration arrests in NYC under Trump

New York City experienced a more than 70% increase in federal immigration arrests since U.S.

Audit finds over 70% increase in federal immigration arrests in NYC under Trump
Americas|Economy|Health|Political|World

Bolivia to open 'humanitarian corridors' on Saturday to move supplies through blockades

Bolivia police and armed forces will open "humanitarian corridors" on Saturday in the country's La Paz department in order for supplies to move past blockades, the

Bolivia to open 'humanitarian corridors' on Saturday to move supplies through blockades
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DNC tries to move past autopsy debacle as Martin faces calls to resign as chair

Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin is facing new calls to resign from within his own party

DNC tries to move past autopsy debacle as Martin faces calls to resign as chair
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Flotilla activists describe beatings, tasers and mistreatment by Israeli forces

Activists detained after their flotilla tried to breach Israel's naval blockade of Gaza have reported mistreatment by Israeli soldiers

Flotilla activists describe beatings, tasers and mistreatment by Israeli forces
Business|Economy|Political|US

Warsh elected chair of U.S. Fed's rate-setting committee

The U.S.

Warsh elected chair of U.S. Fed's rate-setting committee
Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s health

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as President Trump’s director of national intelligence, citing her husband's battle with cancer

The Latest: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s health
Business|Crime|Education|Finance|Political|World

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil wants Supreme Court to weigh in on deportation fight

Former Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers say they'll ask the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene after a federal appeals court declined to reconsider a decision that put the government a step closer to deporting him

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil wants Supreme Court to weigh in on deportation fight
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-prosecutor and other Trump critics sue to block payouts from $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund

A coalition of President Donald Trump's critics is suing to block payouts from a new $1.8 billion settlement fund for Trump allies claiming to be victims of a weaponized government

Ex-prosecutor and other Trump critics sue to block payouts from $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund
Business|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Trump says he will not attend son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding

U.S.

Trump says he will not attend son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

First USMCA negotiations to focus on content rules, economic security, Greer says

U.S.

First USMCA negotiations to focus on content rules, economic security, Greer says
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

US Secretary of State Rubio sees progress in Iran talks, more work to be done

The United States has seen some progress towards a deal with Iran but more work is required, Secretary of State Marco

US Secretary of State Rubio sees progress in Iran talks, more work to be done
Political|US|World

Gabbard resigns as Trump's top US intelligence official

Tulsi Gabbard said on Friday she was resigning from her job as President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence, saying her

Gabbard resigns as Trump's top US intelligence official
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil blocks more spending, widens 2026 deficit view

Brazil's government announced on Friday a fresh 22.1 billion reais ($4.40 billion) spending block to comply with an expenditure growth cap in its fiscal framework, adding

Brazil blocks more spending, widens 2026 deficit view
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Lula leads Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil election poll after Banco Master scandal

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva leads opposition Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in the race for this year's presidential election, gaining ground after reports

Lula leads Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil election poll after Banco Master scandal
Crime|Political|World

US judge dismisses Kilmar Abrego indictment, finding DOJ abused power

A U.S. judge dismissed an indictment against Salvadoran migrant Kilmar Abrego on Friday, finding that the Trump administration abused its power by prosecuting

US judge dismisses Kilmar Abrego indictment, finding DOJ abused power
Crime|Political|US

Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ hit with another legal challenge

Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ hit with another legal challenge

Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ hit with another legal challenge
Health|Political|US|World

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband's health

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as President Donald Trump’s director of national intelligence, saying she needed to leave office as her husband battles cancer

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband's health
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Trump's Cuba strategy echoes his Venezuela playbook. But there are key differences

The Trump administration’s strategy against Cuba is looking a lot like the playbook for Venezuela

Trump's Cuba strategy echoes his Venezuela playbook. But there are key differences
Europe|Political|World

Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aid

A bipartisan group of senators is pushing back on delays by the Department of Defense in sending roughly $600 million in security aid to Ukraine and other allies in eastern Europe

Senators from both parties push Hegseth for action on Ukraine aid
Health|Political|US|World

Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as director of national intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as director of national intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as director of national intelligence
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Blanche at center of Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump

In pushing to prove his loyalty to President Donald Trump, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has agitated the same Republican lawmakers whose votes he may need to secure the permanent job

Blanche at center of Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump
Health|Political|Science|World

Protesters attack DRC treatment center as the WHO warns violence is threatening Ebola efforts

Protesters attack DRC treatment center as the WHO warns violence is threatening Ebola efforts

Protesters attack DRC treatment center as the WHO warns violence is threatening Ebola efforts
Education|Entertainment|Political|Travel|World

Advocates celebrate 230th anniversary of Ona Judge's escape from enslavement by George Washington

Advocates for telling the whole truth of American history are celebrating the legacy of Ona Judge, from her footprints in Philadelphia to her face in New Hampshire

Advocates celebrate 230th anniversary of Ona Judge's escape from enslavement by George Washington
Europe|Political|World

Le Pen says France should quit NATO command structure

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen said on Friday she would withdraw France from NATO's integrated military command if elected

Le Pen says France should quit NATO command structure
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Slovenia approves Jansa as PM-designate, paving way for reforms

Slovenia’s parliament approved right-leaning leader Janez Jansa as prime minister-designate on Friday, paving the way for a new government that has pledged tax reliefs,

Slovenia approves Jansa as PM-designate, paving way for reforms
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Technology|US|World

Trump official tried to ban half of US voting machines, citing conspiracy theories

U.S.

Trump official tried to ban half of US voting machines, citing conspiracy theories
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says he expects US proposals on new formats for peace talks

Diplomatic efforts to end Russia's war in Ukraine should be reinvigorated, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday, adding that he expected new U.S. proposals on how that

Zelenskiy says he expects US proposals on new formats for peace talks
Americas|Europe|Political|World

NATO allies bewildered by Trump's about-face on US troop moves in Europe

NATO allies and defense officials have expressed bewilderment at U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that he would send 5,000 U.S. troops to Poland

NATO allies bewildered by Trump's about-face on US troop moves in Europe
Europe|Political|World

Denmark's centre-right coalition talks break down, prolonging political deadlock

Denmark's acting Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen's attempt to form a centre-right government broke down on Friday, he said, prolonging a post-election stalemate in

Denmark's centre-right coalition talks break down, prolonging political deadlock
Celebrity|Election|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|US

Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding celebration will be on a small island in the Bahamas — without his father present, sources say

Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding celebration will be on a small island in the Bahamas — without his father present, sources say

Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding celebration will be on a small island in the Bahamas — without his father present, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|World

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump's bid for greater control over the independent bank

President Donald Trump has overseen the White House swearing-in of the new Federal Reserve chair

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump's bid for greater control over the independent bank
Europe|Political|World

UK's RIAT airshow cancelled because of Iran war

The Royal International Air Tattoo, one of the world's largest defence shows, has been cancelled due to military operations linked to the Iran war, it said on Friday.

UK's RIAT airshow cancelled because of Iran war
Economy|Political|World

Western powers press Israel to rein in settlers, halt expansion

Israel must halt the expansion of settlements in the West Bank and curb growing settler violence, seven major Western nations said on Friday, accusing the Israeli government

Western powers press Israel to rein in settlers, halt expansion
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Swiss widen sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures

Switzerland expanded its sanctions lists against Russia and Belarus on Friday, adopting parts of the European Union's latest package of measures over Moscow's war in Ukraine

Swiss widen sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

France readies UN resolution on Hormuz as vote on US text stalls

France has drafted a U.N.

France readies UN resolution on Hormuz as vote on US text stalls
Business|Entertainment|Political

Trump says more late night talk show hosts to depart after Colbert exit

President Donald Trump said on Friday that more late-night talk shows will depart after he praised the end of CBS's “The Late Show with Stephen

Trump says more late night talk show hosts to depart after Colbert exit
Economy|Health|Political|Science|Technology

FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto US market

The Associated Press has learned that officials at the Food and Drug Administration were blindsided by a recent policy change allowing more electronic cigarettes and nicotine pouches to hit the U.S. market

FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto US market
Environment|Political|Travel|World

An all-women Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure US allies

A bipartisan group of senators is departing for a tour of Arctic nations to reassure U

An all-women Senate delegation is heading to the Arctic to reassure US allies
Health|Political|Science|World

US funding cuts have hampered response to the deadly Ebola crisis, aid workers say

US funding cuts have hampered response to the deadly Ebola crisis, aid workers say

US funding cuts have hampered response to the deadly Ebola crisis, aid workers say
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Belarusian journalist falls dangerously ill in prison, relatives say, urging for him to be released

An imprisoned Belarusian journalist's relatives say he has fallen seriously ill

Belarusian journalist falls dangerously ill in prison, relatives say, urging for him to be released
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says he’s sending 5,000 troops to Poland, deepening confusion over US military deployments to Europe

Trump says he’s sending 5,000 troops to Poland, deepening confusion over US military deployments to Europe

Trump says he’s sending 5,000 troops to Poland, deepening confusion over US military deployments to Europe
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan says it has not been told by US of arms sales delays

Taiwan's government said on Friday it had not received any information about U.S. arms sales delays, after a senior U.S. official suggested there was a pause due to the need

Taiwan says it has not been told by US of arms sales delays
Europe|Political|World

Mussolini-themed ads against Meloni spark political row in Italy

Huge advertisements posted in Italian train stations linking Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni with fascist leader Benito Mussolini have stoked social media

Mussolini-themed ads against Meloni spark political row in Italy
Crime|Political|World

Cubans gather before US embassy in Havana to protest Raul Castro indictment

Thousands of Cubans gathered on Friday before the U.S. embassy in Havana to protest a U.S. decision to indict former president Raul Castro over the downing

Cubans gather before US embassy in Havana to protest Raul Castro indictment
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Portugal says budget balance 'extremely difficult' after huge storm costs

Portugal will find it extremely difficult to achieve a balanced budget this year after storms in January and February cost the state €2 billion ($2.3 billion), or about 0.6%

Portugal says budget balance 'extremely difficult' after huge storm costs
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Carney stresses importance of Alberta after separation vote announcement

Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday stressed Alberta's importance to Canada, a day after the oil-rich province announced a non-binding referendum on whether its residents

Carney stresses importance of Alberta after separation vote announcement
MidEast|Political|US|World

Rubio cites some progress on Iran talks but "we're not there yet"

The United States has seen some progress in talks with Iran and is in constant communication with the Pakistani mediators, but there is more work to be done,

Rubio cites some progress on Iran talks but "we're not there yet"
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Qatari negotiating team in Tehran to try to help secure US-Iran deal to end war, says source

A Qatari negotiating team arrived in Tehran on Friday in coordination with United States to try to help secure a deal to end the war with Iran and resolve outstanding issues, a

Qatari negotiating team in Tehran to try to help secure US-Iran deal to end war, says source
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14B arms sale

Taiwan's government says it hasn't been notified of any pause in a planned $14 billion U.S. arms sale to the self-governing island

Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14B arms sale
Crime|Political|US|World

Rare public appearances, low profile mark Raúl Castro's life since stepping down as Cuba's president

Raúl Castro rarely makes public appearances these days

Rare public appearances, low profile mark Raúl Castro's life since stepping down as Cuba's president
Business|Political|Technology|World

Iranian hackers are targeting aviation, oil and gas companies in espionage scheme, researchers say

Iranian hackers are targeting aviation, oil and gas companies in espionage scheme, researchers say

Iranian hackers are targeting aviation, oil and gas companies in espionage scheme, researchers say
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Pushed to the limit, Republicans show rare defiance to Trump's demands

President Donald Trump’s political revenge tour met its potential match this week as angry Republican senators finally said no, even if temporarily

Pushed to the limit, Republicans show rare defiance to Trump's demands
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Ankara court rejects Turkish main opposition's appeal against ruling to oust leader, media says

An Ankara court on Friday rejected an appeal by Turkey's main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) against a ruling to oust its leader, the Cumhuriyet daily and other

Ankara court rejects Turkish main opposition's appeal against ruling to oust leader, media says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Turkey opposition vows to resist court ruling as political crisis deepens

Turkey's opposition vowed on Friday to resist an unprecedented court ruling that ousted its leader, inflamed a political crisis and

Turkey opposition vows to resist court ruling as political crisis deepens
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

China to expand public service access for migrant workers

China issued guidelines on Friday to expand coverage of basic public services to people who don't have household registration in the cities where they work, a move that

China to expand public service access for migrant workers
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Republicans revolt over Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

Republicans revolt over Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

Republicans revolt over Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Health|Political

Advocacy group sues Trump administration over access to abortion for veterans

An advocacy group is suing President Donald Trump's administration over its decision to reinstate a near-ban on abortions for veterans and their family members who depend on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for healthcare

Advocacy group sues Trump administration over access to abortion for veterans
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Greek far-left terror group leader is released at age 82. But the decision could be reversed

The head of a far-left Greek militant group that killed four American officials and 19 others has been released from a maximum-security prison

Greek far-left terror group leader is released at age 82. But the decision could be reversed
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Paxton makes his final pitch in the Texas Senate race against Cornyn, buoyed by Trump's endorsement

Ken Paxton is playing up President Donald Trump's endorsement as the Texas attorney general heads into the final days of U.S. Senate primary runoff against incumbent John Cornyn

Paxton makes his final pitch in the Texas Senate race against Cornyn, buoyed by Trump's endorsement
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-wife of Cuban spy involved in Brothers to the Rescue shootdown reacts to Raúl Castro indictment: "Betrayal at another level"

Ex-wife of Cuban spy involved in Brothers to the Rescue shootdown reacts to Raúl Castro indictment: "Betrayal at another level"

Ex-wife of Cuban spy involved in Brothers to the Rescue shootdown reacts to Raúl Castro indictment: "Betrayal at another level"
Arts|Crime|Political|Sports|Technology|US|World

NYPD, FBI issue drone warning for FIFA World Cup, America 250, and more high-profile events this summer

NYPD, FBI issue drone warning for FIFA World Cup, America 250, and more high-profile events this summer

NYPD, FBI issue drone warning for FIFA World Cup, America 250, and more high-profile events this summer
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump pledges extra troops for Poland as Rubio cautions allies

U.S.

Trump pledges extra troops for Poland as Rubio cautions allies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UAE's Gargash sees '50-50' odds of US-Iran deal, warns against renewed fighting

There is a "50-50 chance" of a U.S.-Iran peace agreement, the United Arab Emirates' presidential advisor said on Friday, but stressed that

UAE's Gargash sees '50-50' odds of US-Iran deal, warns against renewed fighting
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU in stagflationary trend, must not risk fiscal crisis, ministers say

Europe's economy is in a stagflationary trend due to the surge in energy prices caused by the Iran war, but governments must be

EU in stagflationary trend, must not risk fiscal crisis, ministers say
Arts|Asia|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance

India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance

India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Mother of Greek train crash victim launches political party

Maria Karystianou, a doctor whose daughter died in Greece's worst train crash in 2023, launched a political party on Thursday as she

Mother of Greek train crash victim launches political party
Election|Political|US

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty

California is one of the most heavily Democratic states in the country

In heavily Democratic California, 2 GOP House rivals grapple in nasty fight over Trump loyalty
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor investigation could examine sexual misconduct allegations

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor investigation could examine sexual misconduct allegations

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor investigation could examine sexual misconduct allegations
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

ECB will have to respond to inflation increase, EU's Dombrovskis says

European Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said on Friday that it is clear the European Central Bank will need to react to rising inflation.

ECB will have to respond to inflation increase, EU's Dombrovskis says
Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Political

Trump won over more Latino voters in 2024. Can he keep them?

President Donald Trump made inroads with Latino voters in 2024, earning support that helped propel him to a second term in the White House

Trump won over more Latino voters in 2024. Can he keep them?
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

Four killed, 35 children injured in Ukrainian drone attack on Luhansk, Russian officials say

At least four people were killed and 35 children were wounded in an overnight Ukrainian drone attack on a student dormitory in Russian-controlled Luhansk in eastern Ukraine,

Four killed, 35 children injured in Ukrainian drone attack on Luhansk, Russian officials say
Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

NATO alliance has to be good for all involved, Rubio says

NATO has to be good for all those involved, U.S.

NATO alliance has to be good for all involved, Rubio says
Europe|Political|World

Polish president thanks Trump for additional US troops

Polish President Karol Nawrocki thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for his decision to send additional U.S. troops to Poland.

Polish president thanks Trump for additional US troops
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Investigation into King Charles' brother Andrew will be lengthy, UK police say

The British police investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor will be long and complex, senior officers said on Friday, after his arrest earlier this

Investigation into King Charles' brother Andrew will be lengthy, UK police say
Africa|Crime|Political|World

US sanctions Tanzanian police chief over human rights violations

The United States has sanctioned Tanzania’s police chief and barred him from entering the U.S., citing alleged human rights violations committed by the police force

US sanctions Tanzanian police chief over human rights violations
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK borrowing jumps as Reeves faces up to Iran war challenge

Britain's public finances showed the biggest shortfall since the COVID-19 pandemic in April in what could be an early taste of the budget hit facing

UK borrowing jumps as Reeves faces up to Iran war challenge
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World

In Spain's greenhouses, migrant amnesty brings hope of better conditions

After seven years living as an undocumented migrant in Spain, doing day jobs and staying in shanty towns, Moroccan Abdelmoujoud Erra

In Spain's greenhouses, migrant amnesty brings hope of better conditions
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Housing squeeze in Swiss boom region fuels support for population cap

Since 1990, the population in the Swiss village of Knonau has more than doubled, driven by an economic boom in one of the country's most business

Housing squeeze in Swiss boom region fuels support for population cap
Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump postpones AI executive order, cites need to compete with China

U.S.

Trump postpones AI executive order, cites need to compete with China
Asia|Business|Political|World

South Korean ministry to shun Starbucks vouchers in 'Tank Day' campaign backlash

South Korea's Interior Minister said his ministry would stop offering products from companies that "make light" of the country's democratic history, after a

South Korean ministry to shun Starbucks vouchers in 'Tank Day' campaign backlash