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Jill Biden says she feared Joe Biden was having a stroke during disastrous 2024 debate

Former first lady Jill Biden feared her husband was having a stroke as she watched him stumble through his disastrous June 2024 debate performance

Jill Biden says she feared Joe Biden was having a stroke during disastrous 2024 debate
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Palestinians mourn slain Hamas militant chief as Israel escalates Gaza attacks

Dozens of Palestinians carried the body of Hamas' armed wing chief through the streets of Gaza City in a

Palestinians mourn slain Hamas militant chief as Israel escalates Gaza attacks
Crime|Finance|Political|US|World

Congress members say conditions dire at NJ detention center facing protests, reported hunger strike

Democratic members of Congress are describing dire conditions within a federal immigration detention center in New Jersey where protesters have been demonstrating and asserting that detainees inside are on a hunger strike

Congress members say conditions dire at NJ detention center facing protests, reported hunger strike
Entertainment|Political|Sports

Trump says he has been invited to watch the Knicks play in the NBA Finals

President Donald Trump says he plans to take in an NBA Finals game in New York when the series comes to Madison Square Garden next month

Trump says he has been invited to watch the Knicks play in the NBA Finals
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's military tells residents across southern Lebanon to leave as it fights Hezbollah

The Israeli military has told residents across southern Lebanon to leave as it expands its operations there

Israel's military tells residents across southern Lebanon to leave as it fights Hezbollah
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas confirms that Israeli airstrikes killed its new military leader in Gaza City

Hamas is confirming that Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City killed the new leader of Hamas' military wing

Hamas confirms that Israeli airstrikes killed its new military leader in Gaza City
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Alabama asks Supreme Court to allow use of congressional map helping GOP, despite racial bias ruling

Alabama is asking the Supreme Court to allow it to use a congressional map favoring Republicans in this year’s elections, despite a lower court's ruling the map intentionally discriminates against Black people

Alabama asks Supreme Court to allow use of congressional map helping GOP, despite racial bias ruling
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

The Latest: Trump convened his Cabinet as talks to end Iran war remain in flux

President Donald Trump convened his Cabinet on Wednesday at a precarious moment for talks aimed at ending the Iran war, saying “things are going very well” days after insisting a settlement was “largely negotiated.”

The Latest: Trump convened his Cabinet as talks to end Iran war remain in flux
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Zelenskyy asks Trump for more US air defense help against Russian missile attacks, Kyiv says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has written to U.S. President Donald Trump and Congress asking for more air defense ammunition

Zelenskyy asks Trump for more US air defense help against Russian missile attacks, Kyiv says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU's von der Leyen discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with Zelenskiy

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday she had discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

EU's von der Leyen discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with Zelenskiy
Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World

Construction of cage-fighting arena transforms White House grounds

A hulking metal arena is rising on the White House's South Lawn as U.S.

Construction of cage-fighting arena transforms White House grounds
Business|Political|World

Trump says US not satisfied yet on deal with Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that he was not yet satisfied on a deal with Iran, adding that the U.S. was not discussing easing sanctions on the country.

Trump says US not satisfied yet on deal with Iran
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovations

President Donald Trump took on the role of a small town mayor during his latest Cabinet meeting, spending 10 full minutes describing in great detail the various beautification projects underway around Washington, D.C. He highlighted efforts to fix fountains, power-wash pools and repair brick walkways

Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovations
Business|Economy|Political|World

US, Mexico set three rounds of trade deal talks without Canada

The Trump administration's trade agency said on Wednesday it will kick off the first of three negotiating rounds with Mexico this week to revamp the

US, Mexico set three rounds of trade deal talks without Canada
Africa|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa after anti-immigrant protests

Almost 300 Ghanaian nationals returned home on Wednesday after waves of anti-immigrant protests in South Africa heightened safety concerns.

Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa after anti-immigrant protests
Business|Economy|Political|World

New Zealand plans austere budget in election year as Iran war fans economic risks

Less than six months out from what's shaping up to be a closely fought election, New Zealand will unveil a bare-bones budget on Thursday, one forged in

New Zealand plans austere budget in election year as Iran war fans economic risks
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

Russia says US did not grant visa for official to attend UN meeting

Russia's U.N. ambassador said on Tuesday that the United States did not grant a visa for Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Alimov to

Russia says US did not grant visa for official to attend UN meeting
Business|Political|Technology|World

Canada to buy Swedish early warning planes rather than US model

Canada, which says it wants to reduce reliance on U.S. defense firms, on Wednesday announced plans to buy a fleet of early warning planes

Canada to buy Swedish early warning planes rather than US model
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel declares new swathe of Lebanon 'a combat zone,' warns residents to leave

Israel's military on Wednesday declared a new swathe of southern Lebanon as a combat zone and said residents in the area should move north, warning it would act "with great

Israel declares new swathe of Lebanon 'a combat zone,' warns residents to leave
Economy|Political|US|World

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about Iran war, the economy and the reflecting pool at Cabinet meeting

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about Iran war, the economy and the reflecting pool at Cabinet meeting

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about Iran war, the economy and the reflecting pool at Cabinet meeting
Health|Political|World

Trump will send Americans exposed to Ebola while abroad to a new facility in Kenya

A Trump administration official says the administration will send Americans who are exposed to Ebola while abroad to a new facility in Kenya instead of flying them to the United States

Trump will send Americans exposed to Ebola while abroad to a new facility in Kenya
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science|Technology

Iowa law funds pediatric cancer research through vape tax

Iowa law funds pediatric cancer research through vape tax

Iowa law funds pediatric cancer research through vape tax
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political|US

Rep. Mike Flood holds town hall amid voter focus on affordability, Iran war

Rep. Mike Flood holds town hall amid voter focus on affordability, Iran war

Rep. Mike Flood holds town hall amid voter focus on affordability, Iran war
Crime|Political|World

Northern Ireland's former unionist leader faces trial in sexual abuse case involving 2 girls

The former leader of Northern Ireland’s Democratic Unionist Party is on trial for allegedly sexually abusing two girls

Northern Ireland's former unionist leader faces trial in sexual abuse case involving 2 girls
Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Political|World

Peru presidential candidates' mining plans cast doubt on investment, industry leader says

The president of Peru's National Society of Mining, Petroleum and Energy (SNMPE) on Tuesday warned that opposing mining policies from the two presidential

Peru presidential candidates' mining plans cast doubt on investment, industry leader says
Crime|Europe|Political

Trial of Northern Ireland's Donaldson for alleged sex offences begins

The prosecution began its case against former Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson on historical sex offence charges on

Trial of Northern Ireland's Donaldson for alleged sex offences begins
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK's ex-PM Blair calls on Labour to focus on policy, not personality

Tony Blair, who led Labour to victory in three UK elections, called on the party on Tuesday to shun the temptation to move left or reverse Brexit to shore up its fortunes,

UK's ex-PM Blair calls on Labour to focus on policy, not personality
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Zelenskiy asks Trump for air defence as Russia escalates strike threats

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged U.S.

Zelenskiy asks Trump for air defence as Russia escalates strike threats
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Residents of Haiti's Cite Soleil demand protection after gang violence displaces hundreds

Residents of Port-au-Prince’s Cite Soleil district have staged a protest to seek the protection of local authorities after gang violence forced hundreds of people to flee their homes over the weekend

Residents of Haiti's Cite Soleil demand protection after gang violence displaces hundreds
Economy|Political|Technology|World

Iranians are back online after a monthslong shutdown but still face heavy restrictions

Iranians have begun to regain internet access after authorities ended a monthslong shutdown

Iranians are back online after a monthslong shutdown but still face heavy restrictions
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Former Canadian minister to quit seat over environmental concerns, shrinking Carney's government

Former Canadian cabinet minister Steven Guilbeault said on Wednesday he plans to step down from his seat in parliament, citing his desire to fight for environmental

Former Canadian minister to quit seat over environmental concerns, shrinking Carney's government
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Alabama asks US Supreme Court to allow pro-Republican congressional map

Alabama officials asked the U.S.

Alabama asks US Supreme Court to allow pro-Republican congressional map
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US

Trump is getting the Republican Party he wants. But can he win in the midterms?

President Donald Trump has been showcasing his influence in Republican primaries, recently endorsing Ken Paxton in Texas

Trump is getting the Republican Party he wants. But can he win in the midterms?
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UN raises alarm over Israel's killings of Gazans near armistice line

About a third of Palestinians killed by Israel since an October truce were in areas near the military's armistice line with Hamas, raising concerns that troops

UN raises alarm over Israel's killings of Gazans near armistice line
Americas|Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Former President Biden sues DOJ over release of interview audio

Former Democratic U.S. President Joe Biden sued the U.S.

Former President Biden sues DOJ over release of interview audio
Europe|Political|World

EU ministers to discuss Russia strategy as Kyiv pushes for European role

European Union foreign ministers will discuss on Thursday how to approach any possible future talks with

EU ministers to discuss Russia strategy as Kyiv pushes for European role
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, new analysis finds

U.S. military contractors will need at least three years to replenish stockpiles of three key weapons systems used in the Iran war

US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, new analysis finds
Political|World

Iran expands restrictions on distribution of news content by international media outlets

Iran is expanding restrictions on the distribution of news content from the country

Iran expands restrictions on distribution of news content by international media outlets
Crime|Health|Political

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer and recovering from treatment

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer and recovering from treatment

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer and recovering from treatment
Crime|Political

Biden sues to stop Justice Department from releasing interview recordings

Biden sues to stop Justice Department from releasing interview recordings

Biden sues to stop Justice Department from releasing interview recordings
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spanish police search Socialist party’s headquarters in fresh blow to Prime Minister Sánchez

Spanish police have mounted a search of the headquarters of the ruling Socialist Party as part of an ongoing investigation into possible financial wrongdoing

Spanish police search Socialist party’s headquarters in fresh blow to Prime Minister Sánchez
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Bolivia clears path to send troops onto streets to calm protests

Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz on Wednesday took steps toward potentially declaring a state of emergency as anti-government protests have escalated in the early months of

Bolivia clears path to send troops onto streets to calm protests
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan president gifts Trump autobiography of TSMC founder

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on Wednesday gifted U.S.

Taiwan president gifts Trump autobiography of TSMC founder
Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC sets trial date for Philippines' Duterte over alleged crimes against humanity

Judges at the International Criminal Court on Wednesday set November 30 as the start date for the trial of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte, who is charged

ICC sets trial date for Philippines' Duterte over alleged crimes against humanity
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Netherlands deploys minesweeper amid Hormuz contingency planning

The Netherlands will send a minesweeper to the Mediterranean Sea as part of NATO operations to allow a possible rapid deployment to the Strait of Hormuz, should a mission

Netherlands deploys minesweeper amid Hormuz contingency planning
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

'Greetings after 88 days': Iranians reconnect after long internet shutdown

Iranians isolated by a long internet shutdown imposed by the authorities during the war with the U.S. and Israel

'Greetings after 88 days': Iranians reconnect after long internet shutdown
Economy|Political|US|World

Iran state TV says draft deal with US would reopen Hormuz shipping, end naval blockade

(Corrects first paragraph to show that state TV obtained the draft, not Tehran.

Iran state TV says draft deal with US would reopen Hormuz shipping, end naval blockade
Business|Crime|Political|World

Palestinians mourn slain Hamas militant chief as Israel escalates Gaza attacks

Dozens of Palestinians carried the body of Hamas' armed wing chief through the streets of Gaza City in a

Palestinians mourn slain Hamas militant chief as Israel escalates Gaza attacks
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US

Billionaire Tom Steyer's ad spending breaks records in California governor's race

Win or lose, billionaire Democrat Tom Steyer will leave a mark in the history books in his bid to become California’s next governor

Billionaire Tom Steyer's ad spending breaks records in California governor's race
Business|Election|Political|World

Cornyn went to great lengths to avoid Trump's wrath. The Texas senator lost his seat anyway

President Donald Trump is congratulating Texas Sen. John Cornyn for having a “great career” while also congratulating the man who beat Cornyn in a primary with his endorsement

Cornyn went to great lengths to avoid Trump's wrath. The Texas senator lost his seat anyway
Economy|Political|World

Peronist leaders in Argentina seek broad alliance as Milei loses support

Leaders within Peronism, Argentina's main opposition movement, are looking to capitalize on President Javier Milei's declining popularity and push to form a

Peronist leaders in Argentina seek broad alliance as Milei loses support
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Latvia to strengthen anti-drone defences along its Russia and Belarus border

Latvia is increasing anti-drone defences on its borders with Russia and Moscow-allied Belarus in response to drones flying into the

Latvia to strengthen anti-drone defences along its Russia and Belarus border
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
Business|Economy|Political|World

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

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

Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards
Business|Crime|Interview|Political|US

Trump foe James Comey reacts to DOJ's 'anti-weaponization' fund

Former FBI Director James Comey joins The Lead.

Trump foe James Comey reacts to DOJ's 'anti-weaponization' fund
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Paris prosecutors probe alleged foreign smear campaigns in local elections

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

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

Pope Leo decries 'sharp intensification' of war in Ukraine

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

Pope Leo decries 'sharp intensification' of war in Ukraine
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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

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

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

Hungary Parliament approves law to maintain membership in International Criminal Court

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

Hungary Parliament approves law to maintain membership in International Criminal Court
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

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

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

Minneapolis police chief resigns after interfering with an investigation, mayor says
Election|Political|US

John Cornyn’s defeat raises a new question: Will he join the Senate Republicans rebelling against Trump?

John Cornyn’s defeat raises a new question: Will he join the Senate Republicans rebelling against Trump?

John Cornyn’s defeat raises a new question: Will he join the Senate Republicans rebelling against Trump?
Crime|Political|World

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

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

Deported Cuban migrants are stranded in Mexico after suffering mistreatment in US detention centers, report says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Australian police plan to form a heavily armed team in response to Bondi Beach massacre
Asia|Crime|Political|World

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

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

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

EU governments clear US trade deal legislation

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

EU governments clear US trade deal legislation
Economy|Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

U.S.

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

U.S.

Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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US and Armenia sign partnership agreement ahead of Armenian election

U.S.

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

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

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

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

Trump links Abraham Accords to any Iran deal

U.S.

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

CNN reporter describes moment she heard gunshots near White House

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

CNN reporter describes moment she heard gunshots near White House
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
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

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

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

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death
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
Business|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

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
Business|MidEast|Political|World

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
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|World

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
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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
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Bystander in serious condition after fatal shooting near White House checkpoint

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

Bystander in serious condition after fatal shooting near White House checkpoint
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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
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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
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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