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Ukrainian PM Svyrydenko has submitted resignation, parliament speaker says

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has submitted her resignation to parliament, the chamber's speaker said on Monday.

Ukrainian PM Svyrydenko has submitted resignation, parliament speaker says
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California, 11 states suing to block Paramount's $110 billion Warner Bros deal

California and 11 states are suing to block Paramount's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros.

California, 11 states suing to block Paramount's $110 billion Warner Bros deal
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Former Spanish leader is criticized for comments about France's World Cup team

Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy is facing backlash for comments about France's World Cup team ahead of their semifinal match

Former Spanish leader is criticized for comments about France's World Cup team
Political|World

Why did veterans of Israel’s most famous secret operation boycott its commemoration?

Why did veterans of Israel’s most famous secret operation boycott its commemoration?

Why did veterans of Israel’s most famous secret operation boycott its commemoration?
Arts|Crime|Education|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World

Man who killed Dartmouth professors at 17 to get a chance at parole in about 20 years, judge rules

A judge has ruled that a Vermont man who was 17 when he and a friend killed a pair of married Dartmouth College professors 25 years ago will have a chance at parole in about 20 years, when he reaches the age of one of his victims

Man who killed Dartmouth professors at 17 to get a chance at parole in about 20 years, judge rules
Health|Political|Science|World

Aortic tear blamed in Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death is a fast-killing emergency

The aortic tear that likely caused the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham is a medical emergency that can rapidly kill

Aortic tear blamed in Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death is a fast-killing emergency
Crime|Political|World

UK counter-terrorism police take over investigation into murder of former minister Widdecombe

British counter-terrorism police officers are now leading the investigation into the suspected murder of former British government minister

UK counter-terrorism police take over investigation into murder of former minister Widdecombe
Crime|Political|US|World

US creates task force to prosecute leaks to news media, Hegseth says

The U.S.

US creates task force to prosecute leaks to news media, Hegseth says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Bangladesh says IMF agrees phased approach to reforms under new programme

Bangladesh and the International Monetary Fund have agreed on the broad framework for a new lending programme, with reforms to be introduced gradually to reflect the country's

Bangladesh says IMF agrees phased approach to reforms under new programme
Political|US|World

Trump says Lindsey Graham's sister should be interim South Carolina senator

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that he had recommended Lindsey Graham's sister to fill the late South Carolina senator's seat on an interim basis.

Trump says Lindsey Graham's sister should be interim South Carolina senator
Crime|Political|World

N.J. man says he was almost kicked off plane after flight attendant found shirt offensive

N.J. man says he was almost kicked off plane after flight attendant found shirt offensive

N.J. man says he was almost kicked off plane after flight attendant found shirt offensive
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Political

Part of roof blows off Philadelphia Housing Authority building during storm, residents evacuated

Part of roof blows off Philadelphia Housing Authority building during storm, residents evacuated

Part of roof blows off Philadelphia Housing Authority building during storm, residents evacuated
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Regulators issue new guidance on bank lending risk tied to borrowers living illegally in US

The Trump administration is cracking down on banks lending to people living in the U.S. illegally

Regulators issue new guidance on bank lending risk tied to borrowers living illegally in US
Crime|Political|US|World

One person killed in Maine in second fatal ICE-involved shooting in less than a week

One person killed in Maine in second fatal ICE-involved shooting in less than a week

One person killed in Maine in second fatal ICE-involved shooting in less than a week
Arts|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Trump’s latest leak hunt against The New York Times is deeply personal

Trump’s latest leak hunt against The New York Times is deeply personal

Trump’s latest leak hunt against The New York Times is deeply personal
Education|Health|Political|Technology|World

EU chief weighs age restrictions for children using social media

A top European Union official is calling for limits on children using social media

EU chief weighs age restrictions for children using social media
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Political

Buttigieg urges Iowa Democrats to focus on affordability ahead of 2026

Buttigieg urges Iowa Democrats to focus on affordability ahead of 2026

Buttigieg urges Iowa Democrats to focus on affordability ahead of 2026
Crime|Political|World

UK counter-terror police lead investigation into suspected murder of former lawmaker Ann Widdecombe

UK counter-terror police lead investigation into suspected murder of former lawmaker Ann Widdecombe

UK counter-terror police lead investigation into suspected murder of former lawmaker Ann Widdecombe
Business|Europe|Political|World

Hungarian opposition Fidesz's parliamentary group chief resigns over legislation

The head of Hungarian opposition party Fidesz's parliamentary group, Gergely Gulyas has resigned, website Telex.hu reported on Monday, citing Gulyas at a briefing.

Hungarian opposition Fidesz's parliamentary group chief resigns over legislation
Europe|Political|World

EU pledges €120 million to help Moldova's air defence system

The European Union pledged on Monday aid worth €120 million ($137.14 million) to strengthen the air defence system of Moldova.

EU pledges €120 million to help Moldova's air defence system
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Ousted PM Hasina faces prison on return to Bangladesh, minister says

Ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will be jailed if she returns from self-imposed exile in India, a senior official said on Monday, days after Hasina told

Ousted PM Hasina faces prison on return to Bangladesh, minister says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's economy forecast to grow moderately after October presidential vote

Brazil's economy will keep growing moderately after October's presidential vote, a Reuters poll suggested, with a fall in farm output arising from

Brazil's economy forecast to grow moderately after October presidential vote
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump: Iran blockade reinstated, US to charge 20% on Strait of Hormuz cargo

President Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States was reinstating a naval blockade on Iran and would be reimbursed 20% on all cargo shipped through the

Trump: Iran blockade reinstated, US to charge 20% on Strait of Hormuz cargo
Europe|Political|World

Hungary parliament passes law to oust president in Magyar's power shake-up

Hungary's parliament has approved a constitutional amendment on Monday to oust President Tamas Sulyok, who Prime Minister Peter Magyar says is a "puppet

Hungary parliament passes law to oust president in Magyar's power shake-up
Americas|Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

Cuba’s future remains in limbo while Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy offers no clear path forward

Cubans are living in a state of limbo, and it’s not clear that US military intervention would revitalize the Cuban economy.

Cuba’s future remains in limbo while Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy offers no clear path forward
Education|Political

When a congressman beat a senator unconscious, America confronted the limits of free speech

The beating of Sen. Charles Sumner in 1856 by Rep. Preston Brooks over a speech against slavery sparked a nationwide debate over free speech, political violence and the relationship between the two.

When a congressman beat a senator unconscious, America confronted the limits of free speech
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political

The next big races between moderates and progressives are in pivotal Midwestern states

August primaries in Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota will be another gauge of Democratic voters’ frustration with the establishment

The next big races between moderates and progressives are in pivotal Midwestern states
Asia|Economy|Political|World

ASEAN outreach may give Myanmar leaders legitimacy without results

ASEAN's re-engagement with Myanmar runs the risk of providing legitimacy to the military-led government and undermining the regional group's own plan to end violence in the war-

ASEAN outreach may give Myanmar leaders legitimacy without results
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU and partners launch $1 billion scheme to help Gaza recover from war

The European Commission and more than a dozen countries launched an initiative on Monday to deliver €883.6 million ($1 billion) in aid projects to help Gaza recover from

EU and partners launch $1 billion scheme to help Gaza recover from war
Business|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pesticide makers stack wins against US environmental, public health groups

The U.S.

Pesticide makers stack wins against US environmental, public health groups
Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU and Britain target Russian intelligence officers over a major cyberspying campaign

The European Union and Britain have imposed sanctions on Russian military intelligence officers, hackers and private companies

EU and Britain target Russian intelligence officers over a major cyberspying campaign
Business|Economy|Political|World

An emboldened India holds out for better terms in US trade talks

India and the U.S. did not reach a consensus on a trade agreement in recent talks, with New Delhi

An emboldened India holds out for better terms in US trade talks
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Children's social media curbs planned across EU, von der Leyen says

By Foo Yun Chee and Bart H.

Children's social media curbs planned across EU, von der Leyen says
Crime|Political|US

Justices Barrett and Kagan to face lawmakers after divisive Supreme Court term

Justices Barrett and Kagan to face lawmakers after divisive Supreme Court term

Justices Barrett and Kagan to face lawmakers after divisive Supreme Court term
Political|US|World

Graham and Trump’s unlikely alliance: From opponents to key allies — and golf buddies

Graham and Trump’s unlikely alliance: From opponents to key allies — and golf buddies

Graham and Trump’s unlikely alliance: From opponents to key allies — and golf buddies
Arts|Education|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

Support for Israel isn't a high priority for younger Jewish Americans, an AP-NORC poll finds

A new AP-NORC poll finds that support for Israel is a key component of the religious identity of many Jewish adults ages 45 and older in the United States, but younger Jewish adults are more likely to prioritize other forms of connection, like celebrating Jewish holidays

Support for Israel isn't a high priority for younger Jewish Americans, an AP-NORC poll finds
Health|Political|World

Rebels in Congo see Ebola as chance to show governing credentials

Congo's AFC/M23 rebels have used a small Ebola outbreak in territory they control to showcase their ability to govern, mounting a response largely

Rebels in Congo see Ebola as chance to show governing credentials
Asia|Crime|Political|World

S.Korea court sentences ex-president to 2 years in jail in political funding case, media says

A South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to two years in prison on Monday after finding him guilty of illegally receiving opinion polling services worth

S.Korea court sentences ex-president to 2 years in jail in political funding case, media says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

No EU agreement yet on 21st Russian sanctions package, Kallas says

EU countries have yet to reach agreement on a broad 21st package of sanctions against Russia, but may decide on Monday to add 250 individuals and entities to their Russia sanctions

No EU agreement yet on 21st Russian sanctions package, Kallas says
Arts|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Is there such a thing as being too old to execute? Aging death row inmates are set to die in Florida

Florida is in the process of executing three of its oldest death row inmates back to back — each one older than the last

Is there such a thing as being too old to execute? Aging death row inmates are set to die in Florida
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after US strikes, says Strait of Hormuz closed

U.S. and Iranian forces have exchanged heavy missile and drone assaults, with Tehran targeting U.S.

Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after US strikes, says Strait of Hormuz closed
MidEast|Political|World

The US launches more strikes on Iran as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalates

The U.S. military has launched several waves of strikes on Iran over Tehran's attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz that set it ablaze and left a crew member missing earlier in the weekend

The US launches more strikes on Iran as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalates
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU ministers remain divided over curbing trade with Israeli settlements

By Andrew Gray and Bart H.

EU ministers remain divided over curbing trade with Israeli settlements
Health|Political|US

McConnell says after weeks of speculation that hospitalization was due to a fall

McConnell says after weeks of speculation that hospitalization was due to a fall

McConnell says after weeks of speculation that hospitalization was due to a fall
Crime|Political|World

Houston officials call out lack of federal collaboration after fatal ICE shooting

Houston officials call out lack of federal collaboration after fatal ICE shooting

Houston officials call out lack of federal collaboration after fatal ICE shooting
Environment|Political|World

Minnesota governor mobilizes National Guard to battle wildfires in northern part of state

By Erwin Seba July 12 - Minnesota Governor Tim Walz mobilized state National Guard troops on Sunday to battle wildfires on the state's northern border with Canada. 

Minnesota governor mobilizes National Guard to battle wildfires in northern part of state
Americas|Asia|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Lindsey Graham remembered for a vision of American foreign policy that’s fading in Washington

NATO allies, Ukraine and Israel have paid tribute to U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham as a friend and advocate of trans-Atlantic ties

Lindsey Graham remembered for a vision of American foreign policy that’s fading in Washington
Health|Political|US|World

Sen. Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta tear, medical examiner says

Sen. Lindsey Graham, a close ally of President Donald Trump, has died after a brief illness

Sen. Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta tear, medical examiner says
Health|Political|US|World

McConnell says he is unable to return to US Senate yet

U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell said he will not rejoin the Senate when it returns to work on Monday because he is still recovering from a fall and from pneumonia.

McConnell says he is unable to return to US Senate yet
Health|Political|US|World

McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence about health condition

Sen. Mitch McConnell has for the first time revealed what led to his hospitalization

McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence about health condition
Election|Finance|Political

Lindsey Graham’s death will shake the Senate, and the November election. Here’s what comes next

Lindsey Graham’s death will shake the Senate, and the November election. Here’s what comes next

Lindsey Graham’s death will shake the Senate, and the November election. Here’s what comes next
Health|Political|Science|World

Lindsey Graham's journey from a pool hall to the heights of political power

Lindsey Graham was the garrulous son of South Carolina pool hall owners and he rose to become a prominent senator and fixture on the global stage

Lindsey Graham's journey from a pool hall to the heights of political power
Crime|Political|World

Several people killed in Chile after car driven by navy officer crashes into an open-air market

An off-duty Chilean navy member has crashed a private vehicle into an open-air market in Viña del Mar, killing several people

Several people killed in Chile after car driven by navy officer crashes into an open-air market
Crime|Environment|Political|US

Philadelphia area digs out from damage left by a severe series of microburst storms

Residents of Philadelphia and some surrounding counties are cleaning up and assessing damage after a series of severe storms called microbursts swept through with winds up to 60 or 70 miles per hour

Philadelphia area digs out from damage left by a severe series of microburst storms
Business|Political|Sports|World

Qatar's former ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at 74

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at age 74

Qatar's former ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at 74
Election|Finance|Political|World

Israel's election will be held on October 27, coalition head says

Israel is set to hold a national election on October 27, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition, its first since Hamas' 2023 attack and the wars that

Israel's election will be held on October 27, coalition head says
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli fire in Gaza kills 6 people, including a little girl, health officials say

Israeli fire in Gaza has killed at least six Palestinians, including a 9-year-old girl

Israeli fire in Gaza kills 6 people, including a little girl, health officials say
Political|US|World

From staunch critic to fierce ally: Graham's long, strange and consequential friendship with Trump

Lindsey Graham's relationship with Donald Trump was a roller coaster

From staunch critic to fierce ally: Graham's long, strange and consequential friendship with Trump
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Macron warns of resurgent demons of antisemitism as France honors Alfred Dreyfus

French President Emmanuel Macron is decrying the resurgence of antisemitism in France

Macron warns of resurgent demons of antisemitism as France honors Alfred Dreyfus
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's prime minister steps down as Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has stepped down as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced fresh changes to Ukraine’s government

Ukraine's prime minister steps down as Zelenskyy announces government reshuffle
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli attacks in Gaza kill six people, including a girl, medics say

Israeli attacks killed at least six people in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, including a 9-year-old girl, Palestinian health officials said, as mediators

Israeli attacks in Gaza kill six people, including a girl, medics say
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says Strait of Hormuz open to commercial traffic

U.S.

Trump says Strait of Hormuz open to commercial traffic
Crime|Europe|Political|World

28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker

28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker

28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy dismisses Prime Minister Svyrydenko after only a year

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday he planned to replace Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko after only a year in office, triggering the

Ukraine's Zelenskiy dismisses Prime Minister Svyrydenko after only a year
Crime|Europe|Political|World

No evidence of political motive in murder of former UK minister Widdecombe, police say

There is no evidence that the suspected murder of former British government minister Ann Widdecombe was politically

No evidence of political motive in murder of former UK minister Widdecombe, police say
Crime|Political|World

Myanmar tells ASEAN 'sister' Aung San Suu Kyi will be looked after, envoy says

The Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN was told on Sunday by Myanmar's foreign minister that detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi was "a sister" who was in

Myanmar tells ASEAN 'sister' Aung San Suu Kyi will be looked after, envoy says
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political

It was supposed to be Trump’s big legislative achievement. It could be a weapon for Democrats to win in the midterms

It was supposed to be Trump’s big legislative achievement. It could be a weapon for Democrats to win in the midterms

It was supposed to be Trump’s big legislative achievement. It could be a weapon for Democrats to win in the midterms
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Stock Markets|US

A rare bipartisan housing bill just became law – but Americans will still struggle with affordability

The legislation is the first major housing bill to pass in decades.

A rare bipartisan housing bill just became law – but Americans will still struggle with affordability
Political|US|World

Israeli officials offer their condolences after death of US Senator Lindsey Graham

Israel's prime minister and other leading officials offered their condolences on Sunday for the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, saying they had lost a dear friend.

Israeli officials offer their condolences after death of US Senator Lindsey Graham
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Lindsey Graham, pivotal US Republican senator, dies suddenly at 71

U.S.

Lindsey Graham, pivotal US Republican senator, dies suddenly at 71
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iraqi prime minister to visit Washington on Monday; oil and gas deals expected

Iraq's prime minister will visit Washington on Monday to deepen strategic ties with the United States, with oil and gas deals expected to be signed as part of a broader

Iraqi prime minister to visit Washington on Monday; oil and gas deals expected
Business|Economy|Political|World

Former Qatar ruler Sheikh Hamad, a moderniser who seized power, has died

Qatar's former emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, a sweeping moderniser who seized power in 1995 and broke with tradition to hand it over to his son 18

Former Qatar ruler Sheikh Hamad, a moderniser who seized power, has died
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Malaysia PM's coalition routed by key partner in Johor state poll, testing federal ties

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition suffered a crushing defeat to a key partner in a regional poll on Saturday, raising questions

Malaysia PM's coalition routed by key partner in Johor state poll, testing federal ties
Business|Crime|Political|World

Mexican builder fatally shot by an ICE officer is mourned after making a life in the US

The builder got up every morning long before dawn, left home to pick up his construction crew and then headed out to work on yet another house somewhere across the sprawl of Houston

Mexican builder fatally shot by an ICE officer is mourned after making a life in the US