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Jill Biden says she was 'frightened' as she saw Joe Biden's 2024 debate performance unfold

In an interview with CBS, former first lady Jill Biden says she feared Joe Biden had stroke during the 2024 CNN Presidential debate against Donald Trump.

Jill Biden says she was 'frightened' as she saw Joe Biden's 2024 debate performance unfold
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Federal judge had sex in chambers with police officer and lied about it, investigation found

A court investigation found that a federal judge had an affair with a police officer, including having sex in chambers overheard by staff, but remains on the bench with a “private reprimand.”

Federal judge had sex in chambers with police officer and lied about it, investigation found
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The Latest: Iran negotiators agree to extend ceasefire, begin nuclear talks pending Trump approval

U.S. and Iranian negotiators have reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and start talks on Iran’s nuclear program

The Latest: Iran negotiators agree to extend ceasefire, begin nuclear talks pending Trump approval
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In new memoir, Jill Biden wonders whether acknowledging Joe's poor debate would have been better

In her new memoir, Jill Biden reflects on Joe Biden's poor 2024 presidential debate performance against Donald Trump

In new memoir, Jill Biden wonders whether acknowledging Joe's poor debate would have been better
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli and Russian forces added to UN blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zones

An annual United Nations report documenting sexual violence in conflicts worldwide has included Israeli forces for the first time since the review began more than 15 years ago for their treatment of Palestinian detainees

Israeli and Russian forces added to UN blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zones
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US Federal Trade Commission probes rising fertilizer prices

The U.S.

US Federal Trade Commission probes rising fertilizer prices
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Russia brushes off US call not to launch 'systemic strikes' on Kyiv

The United States on Thursday leveled unusually harsh criticism against Russia and called for it to refrain from its promised "

Russia brushes off US call not to launch 'systemic strikes' on Kyiv
Crime|Political|World

US to designate two Brazilian gangs as 'terrorist organizations,' Rubio says

The United States plans to designate Brazil's two biggest criminal gangs as terrorist organizations, U.S.

US to designate two Brazilian gangs as 'terrorist organizations,' Rubio says
Arts|Education|Political

As America celebrates its 250th, Smithsonian leader Lonnie Bunch treads a fine political line

As America celebrates its 250th, Smithsonian leader Lonnie Bunch treads a fine political line

As America celebrates its 250th, Smithsonian leader Lonnie Bunch treads a fine political line
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US government labels Brazil's 2 biggest drug gangs as foreign terrorist organizations

The U.S. State Department says it will designate Brazil’s two biggest criminal groups as foreign terrorist organizations early next month, a move that the South American nation’s government has repeatedly said it will interpret as undue interference in its politics

US government labels Brazil's 2 biggest drug gangs as foreign terrorist organizations
Economy|Political|World

Iran, US reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump's approval

The United States and Iran reached an agreement on Thursday to extend their ceasefire and lift restrictions on

Iran, US reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump's approval
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Cuba sees higher risk of US military aggression as talks stall

Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister Josefina Vidal sees the risk of U.S. military aggression against the island growing as negotiations between the nations

Cuba sees higher risk of US military aggression as talks stall
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

North Korea not keen to engage with the US or South Korea, Singapore FM says

North Korea does not seem keen to engage with the United States, South Korea or Japan and is focused on building up its self-reliance and military deterrence,

North Korea not keen to engage with the US or South Korea, Singapore FM says
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ABC accuses Trump’s FCC of ‘unconstitutional retaliation’ in station license fight

ABC accuses Trump’s FCC of ‘unconstitutional retaliation’ in station license fight

ABC accuses Trump’s FCC of ‘unconstitutional retaliation’ in station license fight
Economy|Environment|Opinion|Political|World

Trump administration pledges $100M in aid for Cuba, but only if Catholic or other faith-based groups distribute it

The timing of the offer was thorny because it coincided with the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro.

Trump administration pledges $100M in aid for Cuba, but only if Catholic or other faith-based groups distribute it
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US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran's military oil sales, Treasury says

The U.S. said on Thursday it has imposed new sanctions on Iran's military oil trade, even as Washington and Tehran reached a tentative agreement to extend their

US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran's military oil sales, Treasury says
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

New York state budget includes New York City tax on high-end second homes

New York State Governor Kathy Hochul on Thursday signed a state budget that includes a progressive surcharge on luxury second homes in New York City, a

New York state budget includes New York City tax on high-end second homes
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Bolivian minister rules out president's resignation despite ongoing unrest

A Bolivian senior minister on Thursday ruled out any possibility of President Rodrigo Paz resigning and told

Bolivian minister rules out president's resignation despite ongoing unrest
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Camp Mystic health officer may practice nursing again under limited Texas license, board says

Camp Mystic health officer may practice nursing again under limited Texas license, board says

Camp Mystic health officer may practice nursing again under limited Texas license, board says
Business|Election|Finance|Political

James Talarico campaign says it raised more than $3 million in 24 hours since Texas primary runoff

James Talarico campaign says it raised more than $3 million in 24 hours since Texas primary runoff

James Talarico campaign says it raised more than $3 million in 24 hours since Texas primary runoff
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Zelenskyy says he's pressing US for more Patriot missiles for Ukraine to counter Russian strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is pressing the United States for more Patriot air defense missiles to counter Russian attacks

Zelenskyy says he's pressing US for more Patriot missiles for Ukraine to counter Russian strikes
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America’s pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast

America’s pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast

America’s pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast
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Republicans' recent stumbles in Congress highlight the difficult road ahead for their agenda

Republicans' stumble on an immigration funding bill is raising questions about other parts of their legislative agenda

Republicans' recent stumbles in Congress highlight the difficult road ahead for their agenda
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Americans are dropping out of Obamacare, especially in Kentucky

More Americans are dropping out or being kicked off Obamacare health insurance for non-payment than in past years, according to data

Americans are dropping out of Obamacare, especially in Kentucky
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's lower house approves Lula-backed proposal to cut work week

Brazil's lower house approved late on Wednesday a constitutional amendment reducing the workweek, a measure that President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva hopes to use as a

Brazil's lower house approves Lula-backed proposal to cut work week
Business|Europe|Political|World

German-Dutch corps to lead NATO land forces in Estonia and Latvia

A combined German-Dutch army corps will take command of NATO land forces in Estonia and Latvia later this year to strengthen the alliance's eastern flank against a potential Russian

German-Dutch corps to lead NATO land forces in Estonia and Latvia
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|World

Uribe's protege Valencia seeks to become Colombia’s first female president

Right-wing Colombian lawyer and senator Paloma Valencia is running to become her country's first female president in a Sunday presidential contest,

Uribe's protege Valencia seeks to become Colombia’s first female president
Economy|Education|Finance|Political|World

Leftist Colombia presidential candidate Cepeda pledges to step up economic, social reforms

Leftist Colombian activist and Senator Ivan Cepeda, whose youth was marked by exile and his father's murder at the hands of right-wing paramilitaries, is

Leftist Colombia presidential candidate Cepeda pledges to step up economic, social reforms
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

FDA advisers to weigh composition of COVID vaccines for 2026-2027

The U.S.

FDA advisers to weigh composition of COVID vaccines for 2026-2027
Political|World

How Israel has emptied southern Lebanon far beyond the front lines

The ceasefire agreed in Lebanon last month has brought little respite for civilians, who are being driven

How Israel has emptied southern Lebanon far beyond the front lines
Economy|Political|World

Ethiopian leader Abiy's party set to dominate elections despite insecurity

Ethiopians will vote in parliamentary and regional elections on Monday that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s party is expected to dominate despite significant unrest across much

Ethiopian leader Abiy's party set to dominate elections despite insecurity
Europe|Political|World

Russia will not choose who speaks for Europe in potential Ukraine talks, EU ministers say

Russia will not choose who represents Europe in any potential talks with Moscow over Ukraine, EU foreign ministers said on

Russia will not choose who speaks for Europe in potential Ukraine talks, EU ministers say
Election|Political|US|World

Judge refuses to block Trump order to limit mail voting. There's no immediate effect on the midterms

A federal judge is declining to halt President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to create a national list of eligible voters and limit mail voting

Judge refuses to block Trump order to limit mail voting. There's no immediate effect on the midterms
Education|Entertainment|Political|World

Conan O’Brien speaks at Harvard commencement as Trump tightens pressure on the school

Harvard graduates heard from comedian and television host Conan O’Brien at their commencement

Conan O’Brien speaks at Harvard commencement as Trump tightens pressure on the school
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Trump refiles $10 billion lawsuit over Wall Street Journal report on Epstein birthday letter

Trump refiles $10 billion lawsuit over Wall Street Journal report on Epstein birthday letter

Trump refiles $10 billion lawsuit over Wall Street Journal report on Epstein birthday letter
Business|Economy|Political|World

Carney seeks new US-Canada partnership as world undergoes 'rupture'

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Carney seeks new US-Canada partnership as world undergoes 'rupture'
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu directs Israeli forces to expand Gaza control to 70 percent

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday he had directed Israel's military to take more of Gaza, initially by seizing 70% of

Netanyahu directs Israeli forces to expand Gaza control to 70 percent
Economy|Political|World

India's Gen Z ‘Cockroach’ party channels youth anger but faces offline hurdles

The largest online expression of dissent against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 12-year rule began with a satirical riposte to

India's Gen Z ‘Cockroach’ party channels youth anger but faces offline hurdles
Africa|Health|Political|Science|World

Aid supplies reach heart of Congo's Ebola outbreak as WHO head travels to Kinshasa

Aid supplies have been rushed in to the center of Congo's Ebola outbreak where medical workers are struggling with equipment shortages, distrustful locals and armed groups

Aid supplies reach heart of Congo's Ebola outbreak as WHO head travels to Kinshasa
MidEast|Political|World

Israel carries out strike on Beirut suburbs, first near capital in weeks

An Israeli strike hit a building in the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital on Thursday, the first strike to hit near Beirut in weeks amid a ceasefire that has failed

Israel carries out strike on Beirut suburbs, first near capital in weeks
Health|Political|Science|World

US to quarantine citizens exposed to Ebola in Kenya, not bring them home

The U.S. is setting up a facility in Kenya to quarantine U.S. citizens who have been exposed to Ebola, and will not bring them home

US to quarantine citizens exposed to Ebola in Kenya, not bring them home
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria aims to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP, PM Radev says

Bulgaria is keen to respect its commitment to NATO and increase its defence spending to 5% of its gross domestic product, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said on Thursday.

Bulgaria aims to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP, PM Radev says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Technology

US Treasury rolls out Trump Accounts app nationwide

The U.S.

US Treasury rolls out Trump Accounts app nationwide
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Russia says US missiles in Japan for drills would threaten Russia

Russia's foreign ministry said on Thursday that allowing U.S. missile systems to be deployed on Japanese territory as part of military drills would threaten the security of

Russia says US missiles in Japan for drills would threaten Russia
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Rome Pride bars Jewish LGBT group from parade over Gaza stance

Rome Pride has barred Italy's only Jewish LGBT group from joining its annual parade, saying Keshet Italia had failed to clearly condemn Israel's actions in Gaza as genocide,

Rome Pride bars Jewish LGBT group from parade over Gaza stance
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Pakistan Foreign Minister Dar to visit Washington on Friday, meet Rubio

Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will visit Washington on Friday where he will meet with U.S.

Pakistan Foreign Minister Dar to visit Washington on Friday, meet Rubio
Education|Political|Science|Technology|World

Spurning just war, Pope Leo ends Catholic 'permission slip' for conflicts

Pope Leo this week repudiated a major teaching used by the Catholic Church since at least the fifth century to evaluate when countries might be

Spurning just war, Pope Leo ends Catholic 'permission slip' for conflicts
Political

El-Sayed goes on offense as Michigan Democrats clash in Senate debate

Michigan Democrats have turned their first statewide televised Senate debate into a fiery clash, exposing the party’s deep divide over how to rebuild after its 2024 losses

El-Sayed goes on offense as Michigan Democrats clash in Senate debate
Crime|Political|US|World

Supreme Court rules for Black death row inmate from Mississippi over racial bias in makeup of jury

The Supreme Court has ruled for a Black death row inmate from Mississippi who claims there was racial bias in the makeup of the jury that convicted him

Supreme Court rules for Black death row inmate from Mississippi over racial bias in makeup of jury
Political|World

Former Yemen president Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi dies at 80

Yemen's ex-President Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi has died at 80

Former Yemen president Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi dies at 80
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

US regulator tries to withdraw penalty against Trump donors’ crypto company

US regulator tries to withdraw penalty against Trump donors’ crypto company

US regulator tries to withdraw penalty against Trump donors’ crypto company
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US removing 76 names from sanctions blacklist in move meant to strengthen program

The U.S.

US removing 76 names from sanctions blacklist in move meant to strengthen program
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Latvia parliament approves new government after drone dispute topples coalition

NATO and EU member Latvia's parliament on Thursday approved the formation of a new government, making centre-right opposition lawmaker

Latvia parliament approves new government after drone dispute topples coalition
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU sanctions Israeli settlers, expands sanctions to Hamas' Politburo members

The EU Council on Thursday imposed sanctions on four entities and three individuals for abuses against Palestinians in West Bank, it said in a statement.

EU sanctions Israeli settlers, expands sanctions to Hamas' Politburo members
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's central bank will not let higher inflation expectations take hold, says director

Brazil's central bank will not allow higher inflation expectations to translate into actual inflation, monetary policy director Nilton David said on

Brazil's central bank will not let higher inflation expectations take hold, says director
Business|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

Italy court extends widow pension rights to same-sex couples married abroad

Italy's Constitutional Court said on Thursday that widow pension rights apply to same-sex couples who married abroad before civil partnerships were legalised in the country,

Italy court extends widow pension rights to same-sex couples married abroad
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Bank of Canada says financial system is solid, but vulnerabilities have grown

The Canadian financial system is in good shape but vulnerabilities are growing amid a highly volatile economic and geopolitical

Bank of Canada says financial system is solid, but vulnerabilities have grown
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

UN chief eyes leadership cuts as part of reform push

The United Nations aims to reduce and abolish senior leadership positions over the next two years as part of its reforms, its Secretary-General said on

UN chief eyes leadership cuts as part of reform push
Health|Political|World

Palestinians mourn 10 killed in Eid strikes as Netanyahu vows wider control of the strip

Dozens of Palestinians in Gaza City gathered for funeral prayers for 10 people killed in Israeli strikes

Palestinians mourn 10 killed in Eid strikes as Netanyahu vows wider control of the strip
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Wall St muted as investors asses inflation data, Mideast peace prospects

Wall Street's main indexes opened flat on Thursday as investors processed key inflation data, while intensifying tensions between the U.S. and Iran kept optimism surrounding a peace

Wall St muted as investors asses inflation data, Mideast peace prospects
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries

The Trump administration's review of Mexico's 53 U.S. consulates has stoked worries among Mexicans in the U.S. that some could be shuttered, making it harder for them to access important services

Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries
Crime|Political|World

Netanyahu says he directed Israeli military to take over 70% of Gaza

Netanyahu says he directed Israeli military to take over 70% of Gaza

Netanyahu says he directed Israeli military to take over 70% of Gaza
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|US

SDPOA demands immediate action on patrol staffing shortages after deadly Islamic Center attack

SDPOA demands immediate action on patrol staffing shortages after deadly Islamic Center attack

SDPOA demands immediate action on patrol staffing shortages after deadly Islamic Center attack
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Myanmar president to embark on first India visit since taking over

Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing will embark on an official visit to India from May 30 to June 3, India's

Myanmar president to embark on first India visit since taking over
Political|US|World

US-Iran MOU on 60-day ceasefire extension reached, but Trump must approve, sources say

The U.S. and Iran have reached an agreement on a memorandum of understanding to extend their ceasefire

US-Iran MOU on 60-day ceasefire extension reached, but Trump must approve, sources say
Business|Crime|Political|World

Colombia presidential candidate De La Espriella proposes mega-prisons, crime crackdown

Abelardo De La Espriella, a lawyer and businessman with no political experience, is seeking to become Colombia's next president on Sunday, challenging

Colombia presidential candidate De La Espriella proposes mega-prisons, crime crackdown
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer defends his government against Blair criticism

Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended his government on Thursday against criticism from Labour's longest-serving premier, Tony Blair, saying his ministers had adopted the

UK's Starmer defends his government against Blair criticism
Americas|Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Mexican Congress backs amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference

Mexico's Congress on Thursday approved a constitutional amendment that would allow for elections to be annulled if evidence of foreign interference was found, a move

Mexican Congress backs amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump admin planning to potentially put president’s image on commemorative $250 bill

Trump admin planning to potentially put president’s image on commemorative $250 bill

Trump admin planning to potentially put president’s image on commemorative $250 bill
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

The police chief’s sudden resignation puts Minneapolis back in tumult after years of crises

In a city that has staggered from crisis to crisis in recent years, the sudden resignation of police Chief Brian O’Hara is again leaving Minneapolis looking for a way forward

The police chief’s sudden resignation puts Minneapolis back in tumult after years of crises
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Treasury Department confirms it has taken limited steps toward a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump

A U.S. Treasury Department spokesperson confirms the agency is taking steps toward creating a $250 bill featuring President Donald Trump

Treasury Department confirms it has taken limited steps toward a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump
Europe|Political|World

US should send Ukraine more air defence missiles, congressmen say

The U.S. government should respond positively to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's request for more air defence missiles to shield Ukraine's capital from a threatened escalation

US should send Ukraine more air defence missiles, congressmen say
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Iceland's parliament votes to hold referendum on EU accession talks in August

Iceland's parliament on Thursday voted in favour of holding an August 29 referendum to begin European Union accession talks, supporting the government's two-step plan

Iceland's parliament votes to hold referendum on EU accession talks in August
Business|Political|Sports|Technology|World

US bars drone flights over sites of World Cup matches

The U.S.

US bars drone flights over sites of World Cup matches
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Japan dismisses 'ridiculous' Russian criticism of military buildup

Japan's U.N. ambassador on Thursday dismissed as "ridiculous" Russia's criticism of its military buildup at a time when Moscow was continuing its war against Ukraine in violation of

Japan dismisses 'ridiculous' Russian criticism of military buildup
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungarian PM Magyar says deal on EU funds close

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar on Thursday said a deal on releasing frozen European Union funds was "very close" as there is agreement with Brussels on many issues,

Hungarian PM Magyar says deal on EU funds close
Americas|Arts|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

Look of the Week: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrates Eid in an Arsenal-themed outfit

Look of the Week: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrates Eid in an Arsenal-themed outfit

Look of the Week: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrates Eid in an Arsenal-themed outfit
Europe|Political|World

Russia's foreign spy chief accuses NATO of preparing for 'large-scale conflict in the east'

Sergei Naryshkin, head of Russia's SVR foreign intelligence service, on Thursday accused the NATO military alliance of making practical preparations for what he called a "

Russia's foreign spy chief accuses NATO of preparing for 'large-scale conflict in the east'
Crime|Political|World

Israeli military strikes southern suburb of Beirut before crucial Lebanon-Israel talks in Washington

Israel's military says that the air force has carried out an airstrike on a southern suburb of Lebanon's capital

Israeli military strikes southern suburb of Beirut before crucial Lebanon-Israel talks in Washington
Asia|Crime|Political|World

A Chinese dissident is in South Korean custody after a perilous escape by rubber boat

A Chinese human rights activist is in South Korean custody after a perilous escape from his country by a rubber boat

A Chinese dissident is in South Korean custody after a perilous escape by rubber boat
Political

Republicans are poised to finish this year’s redistricting war 10 seats ahead of Democrats

Republicans are poised to finish this year’s redistricting war 10 seats ahead of Democrats

Republicans are poised to finish this year’s redistricting war 10 seats ahead of Democrats
Europe|Political|World

France’s parliament votes to repeal slavery-era Black Code, with tears and history in the chamber

French lawmakers have voted to repeal a 17th-century law that governed enslaved people in France's colonies

France’s parliament votes to repeal slavery-era Black Code, with tears and history in the chamber
Africa|Crime|Political|World

South African impeachment committee to hold first meeting on president's scandal

South Africa's parliament has scheduled for Monday the first meeting of an impeachment committee that will probe allegations

South African impeachment committee to hold first meeting on president's scandal
Election|Political|US|World

US judge won't block Trump's mail-in voting executive order for now

A U.S. judge on Thursday declined to immediately block President Donald Trump's executive order tightening rules on mail-in voting, but left the door open for the

US judge won't block Trump's mail-in voting executive order for now
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record closing highs as US and Iran agree to extend ceasefire

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq posted record closing highs on Thursday after news reports said the U.S. and Iran had reached a

S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record closing highs as US and Iran agree to extend ceasefire
Business|Europe|Political|World

Norway to join France's nuclear deterrence initiative, leaders say

(Corrects May 27 story headline and first paragraph to make clear Norway is to join France's nuclear deterrence initiative and not France's nuclear umbrella; edits paragraphs 9-10 to explain French

Norway to join France's nuclear deterrence initiative, leaders say
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Guatemala outlines deal for US aid against drug trafficking

Guatemala has requested U.S. military cooperation spanning access to equipment, training, and experts to assist Guatemalan operations against drug

Guatemala outlines deal for US aid against drug trafficking
Business|Europe|Finance|Political|World

German-Netherlands Corps to take NATO command role in Estonia, Latvia

NATO will strengthen the defence of its eastern flank by tasking the German-Netherlands Corps with the command of allied troops in Estonia and Latvia in

German-Netherlands Corps to take NATO command role in Estonia, Latvia
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to buy 20 new Gripen jets, Sweden to donate older jets sooner

Ukraine will buy 20 new Gripen fighter jets and Sweden will donate 16 of an older model next year, Ukraine's President Volodymyr

Ukraine to buy 20 new Gripen jets, Sweden to donate older jets sooner
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine ratifies €90 billion EU loan to boost spending on defence

Ukraine's parliament ratified a loan agreement with the European Union on Thursday, paving the way for €90 billion in financing and allowing the government to

Ukraine ratifies €90 billion EU loan to boost spending on defence
Political|Science|Technology|World

US-China conflict over Taiwan risks a nuclear escalation, study finds

A conflict between the U.S. and China over Taiwan would risk a nuclear escalation with both militaries likely to stage sweeping

US-China conflict over Taiwan risks a nuclear escalation, study finds
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Taiwan says US has no timetable for chip tariffs, preferential terms already agreed

The U.S. has no timetable for levying Section 232 tariffs on semiconductors but preferential terms have already been agreed under a January trade deal, Taiwan Vice Premier

Taiwan says US has no timetable for chip tariffs, preferential terms already agreed
Political

California Democrats shrug at their choices in packed race to replace Newsom

The crowded race for California governor still has no clear front-runner with only days left for voters to decide which two candidates to advance to the general election in November

California Democrats shrug at their choices in packed race to replace Newsom
Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan eyes 'bridging bonds' to fund investment schemes, party draft shows

Japan's ruling party will propose issuing "bridging bonds" to fund flagship programmes aimed at boosting growth and economic security, a

Japan eyes 'bridging bonds' to fund investment schemes, party draft shows
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

The US-Iran ceasefire is unravelling

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Stocks tumbled in Asia, oil surged and the dollar gained strength as the U.S. and Iran renewed attacks on each other

The US-Iran ceasefire is unravelling
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Thai court acquits opposition politician accused of royal insult

A Thai criminal court has acquitted a prominent Thai opposition political figure charged with cybercrimes and insulting the royal family during a 2021 Facebook livestream,

Thai court acquits opposition politician accused of royal insult
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Plans for the Gaza International Stabilization Force are in question as troop pledges stall

An international stabilization force promised for Gaza has yet to materialize three months after it was announced at an event hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump

Plans for the Gaza International Stabilization Force are in question as troop pledges stall
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Stop AAPI Hate launches a nonprofit to mobilize voters before midterms

Stop AAPI Hate is an organization that rose to national prominence for its meticulous reports on anti-Asian hate incidents at the height of the pandemic

Stop AAPI Hate launches a nonprofit to mobilize voters before midterms
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil is set to join other Latin American countries with a 40-hour, 5-day workweek

Brazil was set to join other Latin American countries that have shortened working hours as the lower house approved a constitutional amendment establishing a 40-hour, five-day workweek

Brazil is set to join other Latin American countries with a 40-hour, 5-day workweek