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Average US long-term mortgage rate eases to 6.37% after rising five weeks in a row

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate eased this week, a modest relief for prospective homebuyers who have been facing higher borrowing costs as mortgage rates climbed to the highest level in nearly seven months

Average US long-term mortgage rate eases to 6.37% after rising five weeks in a row
Education|Environment|Science|World

The world's oldest octopus fossil isn't an octopus after all, scientists say

Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative

The world's oldest octopus fossil isn't an octopus after all, scientists say
Education|Health|Technology|World

Greece moves to protect minors from social media with new ban for kids under 15

Greece has become the latest European Union country to unveil plans for a total social media ban for kids 15 and under

Greece moves to protect minors from social media with new ban for kids under 15
Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF chief warns that Iran war will slow global economic growth

The head of the International Monetary Fund says the war in Iran is darkening the outlook for the world economy, and that's the case whether or not a fragile ceasefire holds

IMF chief warns that Iran war will slow global economic growth
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Key inflation gauge remains elevated in February before Iran war

A key measure of inflation stayed high in February, before the war in Iran spiked gas prices, a sign that everyday costs were elevated even before the conflict began

Key inflation gauge remains elevated in February before Iran war
Crime|Europe|World

4 dead, 38 rescued during attempted channel crossing from France to UK

French authorities say at least four people died while trying to board an inflatable boat for a dangerous sea crossing from northern France to the U.K. The prefect of the Pas-de-Calais region said Thursday that 38 others were rescued including one whose condition involved a medical emergency

4 dead, 38 rescued during attempted channel crossing from France to UK
Arts|Asia|Entertainment|World

BTS opens world tour in South Korea after hiatus for military service

BTS has kicked off their long-awaited world tour with a concert in South Korea

BTS opens world tour in South Korea after hiatus for military service
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Argentina approves Milei's bill that eases protections for glaciers despite environmental backlash

Argentina's Congress has approved a bill that eases glacier protections to boost mining investments

Argentina approves Milei's bill that eases protections for glaciers despite environmental backlash
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Polish man arrested following undercover CNN investigation into online rape networks

Polish man arrested following undercover CNN investigation into online rape networks

Polish man arrested following undercover CNN investigation into online rape networks
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli government secretly approves over 30 new settler outposts

Israeli government secretly approves over 30 new settler outposts

Israeli government secretly approves over 30 new settler outposts
Business|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|World

Family of man injured in Northern California ICE shooting speaks out, says he is not a gang member

Family of man injured in Northern California ICE shooting speaks out, says he is not a gang member

Family of man injured in Northern California ICE shooting speaks out, says he is not a gang member
Crime|Europe|World

Russian court criminalizes the activities of the Nobel Prize-winning rights group Memorial

Russia’s Supreme Court has effectively criminalized the activities of the Nobel Peace Prize-winning rights group Memorial, the latest step in an unrelenting crackdown on dissent and civil society organizations

Russian court criminalizes the activities of the Nobel Prize-winning rights group Memorial
Environment|Science|World

The first predictions for hurricane season are in and El Niño’s fingerprints are all over it

The first predictions for hurricane season are in and El Niño’s fingerprints are all over it

The first predictions for hurricane season are in and El Niño’s fingerprints are all over it
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Protesters rally against planned Maryland immigration detention facility that's now paused

Protesters are rallying against a planned immigration detention facility in Maryland

Protesters rally against planned Maryland immigration detention facility that's now paused
Business|Economy|World

US economy grew a sluggish 0.5% in fourth quarter, government says, downgrading previous estimate

The American economy, slowed by last fall’s 43-day government shutdown, grew at a sluggish 0.5% annual pace from October through December, the Commerce Department reported Thursday in downgrade of its previous estimate

US economy grew a sluggish 0.5% in fourth quarter, government says, downgrading previous estimate
Crime|Travel|World

Husband arrested in Bahamas after US woman vanishes from boat denies wrongdoing, lawyer says

The lawyer for an American who was arrested in the Bahamas after his wife vanished while the couple were traveling in a motorboat near the archipelago says her client denies any wrongdoing

Husband arrested in Bahamas after US woman vanishes from boat denies wrongdoing, lawyer says
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Films by Almodovar, Pawlikowski and Hamaguchi lead an auteur-heavy Cannes Film Festival lineup

New films by Polish filmmaker Paweł Pawlikowski, Japanese writer-director Ryusuke Hamaguchi and Spain’s Pedro Almodovar will premiere at the 79th Cannes Film Festival next month

Films by Almodovar, Pawlikowski and Hamaguchi lead an auteur-heavy Cannes Film Festival lineup
Business|Entertainment|Food|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel|World

The secret history of the fortune cookies you’ve been eating all your life

The secret history of the fortune cookies you’ve been eating all your life

The secret history of the fortune cookies you’ve been eating all your life
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Inflation stayed stubbornly high heading into the Iran war, Fed’s preferred gauge shows

Inflation stayed stubbornly high heading into the Iran war, Fed’s preferred gauge shows

Inflation stayed stubbornly high heading into the Iran war, Fed’s preferred gauge shows
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

'We got our butts kicked': Republicans reckon with Democratic success ahead of the midterms

Republicans have had some setbacks this election year, with recent Democratic wins Wisconsin and Georgia

'We got our butts kicked': Republicans reckon with Democratic success ahead of the midterms
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US filings for jobless aid jump to 219,00 last week but remain within stable range of past few years

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits rose last week before Iran, Israel and the U.S. announced a two-week ceasefire deal that injected a degree of optimism into a still-clouded global economic picture

US filings for jobless aid jump to 219,00 last week but remain within stable range of past few years
Europe|Political|World

UK and Norway led a military operation to deter Russian submarines in the North Atlantic

Britain and Norway have conducted a weekslong operation to deter Russian spy submarines near undersea cables in the North Atlantic

UK and Norway led a military operation to deter Russian submarines in the North Atlantic
MidEast|Political|World

After Trump’s Iran ultimatum and a fragile ceasefire, Iranian Americans brace for what’s next

Iranian Americans are experiencing uncertainty as the Trump administration imposes deadlines and intermediaries seek paths to avoid escalation of the war in Iran

After Trump’s Iran ultimatum and a fragile ceasefire, Iranian Americans brace for what’s next
Environment|Science|World

These two iconic polar species have been driven to endangered status by a warming planet

These two iconic polar species have been driven to endangered status by a warming planet

These two iconic polar species have been driven to endangered status by a warming planet
Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World

Would you go to the moon? Board an alien spacecraft? What nearly 80 years of polls say about US attitudes on space

Would you go to the moon? Board an alien spacecraft? What nearly 80 years of polls say about US attitudes on space

Would you go to the moon? Board an alien spacecraft? What nearly 80 years of polls say about US attitudes on space
MidEast|Political|World

At least 182 killed as Israel strikes central Beirut after saying Iran truce doesn't apply there

Lebanon’s health ministry says that Israeli strikes during the day killed 182 people, the highest single-day death toll in the Israel-Hezbollah war

At least 182 killed as Israel strikes central Beirut after saying Iran truce doesn't apply there
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Japanese town sours on the crowds coming to see cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji

A viral photo of snow-capped Mount Fuji, a red pagoda and cherry blossoms has brought many tourists to a peaceful Japanese town

Japanese town sours on the crowds coming to see cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Russia's internet crackdown leads to a spring of growing discontent

Anger and frustration is growing in Russia over government restrictions on the internet that have disrupted daily life, hurt businesses and brought condemnation from both Kremlin critics and supporters alike

Russia's internet crackdown leads to a spring of growing discontent
Election|Political|World

Democratic presidential prospects flock to New York to court activists at Al Sharpton's conference

The Democratic Party’s leading 2028 presidential prospects are warning African Americans that President Donald Trump is actively working to undermine their right to vote in 2026

Democratic presidential prospects flock to New York to court activists at Al Sharpton's conference
Crime|Health|World

Hawaii doctor accused of trying to kill his wife convicted of attempted manslaughter

A Hawaii doctor who was accused of trying to kill his wife on a cliffside hike has been convicted of attempted manslaughter

Hawaii doctor accused of trying to kill his wife convicted of attempted manslaughter
Economy|Health|Science|World

US fertility rate dropped to another record low in 2025

US fertility rate dropped to another record low in 2025

US fertility rate dropped to another record low in 2025
Europe|Political|World

Trump's Iran war widens rift with European nationalists once viewed as MAGA allies

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is the rare European leader seeking President Donald Trump's approval

Trump's Iran war widens rift with European nationalists once viewed as MAGA allies
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Exploring the exquisite landscape at Augusta National

World Sport's Don Riddell takes in the sights and sounds at the beautiful Augusta National

Exploring the exquisite landscape at Augusta National
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II astronauts follow Apollo tradition of naming lunar features after loved ones

Lunar love knows no bounds

Artemis II astronauts follow Apollo tradition of naming lunar features after loved ones
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

Dodgers great Davey Lopes, an infield fixture and record-setting base stealer, dies at 80

Davey Lopes, a longtime Los Angeles Dodgers infielder and premier base stealer, has died

Dodgers great Davey Lopes, an infield fixture and record-setting base stealer, dies at 80
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Australia moves to shore up fuel supplies as it prepares for extended disruptions

Australia has agreed to underwrite two companies buying fuel at inflated prices, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese warning of extended supply disruptions even if the Iran ceasefire holds

Australia moves to shore up fuel supplies as it prepares for extended disruptions
MidEast|Political|US|World

The Latest: Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon

Iran, the United States and Israel have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, an 11th-hour deal that headed off U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to unleash a bombing campaign that would destroy Iranian civilization

The Latest: Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon
Crime|Travel|World

Husband arrested during search for missing American woman in the Bahamas

Husband arrested during search for missing American woman in the Bahamas

Husband arrested during search for missing American woman in the Bahamas
Asia|Science|Technology|World

North Korea says its latest weapons tests included missiles with cluster-bomb warheads

North Korea says its weapons tests this week involved various new systems, including ballistic missiles armed with cluster-bomb warheads

North Korea says its latest weapons tests included missiles with cluster-bomb warheads
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Ceasefire is threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes and Iran closes strait again

A ceasefire deal to pause the war in Iran appears to be hanging by a thread after the Islamic Republic closed the Strait of Hormuz again in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon

Ceasefire is threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes and Iran closes strait again
Crime|US|World

Guatemalan man pleads guilty in federal court after truck crash in Mexico killed over 50 migrants

U.S. authorities say a Guatemalan man has pleaded guilty in federal court to a felony offense stemming from the crash of human smugglers' truck in Mexico that killed more than 50 migrants in 2021

Guatemalan man pleads guilty in federal court after truck crash in Mexico killed over 50 migrants
Crime|Political|US|World

An Army veteran is charged with sharing classified details of an elite commando unit

A U.S. Army veteran has been charged with sharing classified information about an elite commando unit with a journalist

An Army veteran is charged with sharing classified details of an elite commando unit
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance leader Rutte

President Donald Trump repeated his complaint about NATO after a private meeting with the alliance's Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Wednesday

Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance leader Rutte
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Newly created Polymarket accounts bet big on US-Iran ceasefire in hours before Trump's announcement

A group of new accounts on the prediction market Polymarket made highly specific, well-timed bets on whether the U.S. and Iran would reach a ceasefire on April 7, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars in profits for those users

Newly created Polymarket accounts bet big on US-Iran ceasefire in hours before Trump's announcement
Europe|Sports|World

Kvaratskhelia scores again as PSG beats Liverpool 2-0 in Champions League quarterfinal 1st leg

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia adds another solo goal to his collection as defending champion Paris Saint-Germain beats Liverpool 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal

Kvaratskhelia scores again as PSG beats Liverpool 2-0 in Champions League quarterfinal 1st leg
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified information to journalist

Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified information to journalist

Former Fort Bragg employee charged with leaking classified information to journalist
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Atletico wins 2-0 at 10-man Barcelona in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinal

Atletico Madrid scored twice after Barcelona was reduced to 10 men to earn a valuable 2-0 road win and take the advantage in their Champions League quarterfinal

Atletico wins 2-0 at 10-man Barcelona in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinal
Crime|Sports|US|World

Angels' Jorge Soler and Braves' Reynaldo López receive suspensions following brawl

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Jorge Soler and Atlanta Braves pitcher Reynaldo López each received seven-game suspensions from Major League Baseball on Wednesday after they were ejected following their participation in a brawl

Angels' Jorge Soler and Braves' Reynaldo López receive suspensions following brawl
Political|World

What to do when the president uses the word ‘Fuckin’’

What to do when the president uses the word ‘Fuckin’’

What to do when the president uses the word ‘Fuckin’’
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil plunges below $95 as the Dow surges 1,300 in a worldwide rally following a ceasefire with Iran

Oil prices plunged below $95 per barrel, and stock markets surged worldwide after President Donald Trump pulled back from his threat of devastating attacks against Iran

Oil plunges below $95 as the Dow surges 1,300 in a worldwide rally following a ceasefire with Iran
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|US|World

'Climate change is kicking our butts.' March smashes heat records for continental US

March has been the hottest month on record for the continental United States in 132 years, according to federal weather data

'Climate change is kicking our butts.' March smashes heat records for continental US
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World

'This crime is so senseless' | Man gets life without parole for killing man during haircut at home

'This crime is so senseless' | Man gets life without parole for killing man during haircut at home

'This crime is so senseless' | Man gets life without parole for killing man during haircut at home
Business|Crime|Entertainment|World

Tennessee high court blocks order allowing media witnesses to view more parts of executions

The Tennessee Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a lower court’s order that would have let media witnesses view more parts of state-run executions

Tennessee high court blocks order allowing media witnesses to view more parts of executions
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

How Trump went from threatening Iran's annihilation to agreeing to a 2-week ceasefire with Tehran

Over the course of a single day, President Donald Trump went from threatening Iran with “annihilation” to proclaiming that Iran's leadership had presented a “workable” plan that led him to agree to a two-week ceasefire

How Trump went from threatening Iran's annihilation to agreeing to a 2-week ceasefire with Tehran
Business|Crime|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Owen Ramsingh, Columbia man deported by ICE, is rewriting his story

Owen Ramsingh, Columbia man deported by ICE, is rewriting his story

Owen Ramsingh, Columbia man deported by ICE, is rewriting his story
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil plunges, Dow sees its best day in a year after US-Iran ceasefire, but ‘hurdles remain’

Oil plunges, Dow sees its best day in a year after US-Iran ceasefire, but ‘hurdles remain’

Oil plunges, Dow sees its best day in a year after US-Iran ceasefire, but ‘hurdles remain’
Celebrity|Election|Political|Sports|World

Jim Whittaker, first American to climb Everest, dies at 97

Jim Whittaker, who in 1963 became the first American to reach the top of Mount Everest, has died

Jim Whittaker, first American to climb Everest, dies at 97
Technology|World

Shaky ceasefire unlikely to stop cyberattacks from Iran-linked hackers for long

An uncertain ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. and Israel may do little to stop cyberattacks from hackers allied with Tehran

Shaky ceasefire unlikely to stop cyberattacks from Iran-linked hackers for long
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

What does the Iran ceasefire deal mean? It depends on which side you talk to

A ceasefire deal between the United States and Iran appears to be in jeopardy

What does the Iran ceasefire deal mean? It depends on which side you talk to
Political|US|World

Trump agrees to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks

U.S. Senator Peter Welch, a Democrat from Vermont, reacts to Trump's decision to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks.

Trump agrees to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

Should’ve put a ring on it? Maybe! Marriage is linked to lower risk of cancer

Should’ve put a ring on it? Maybe! Marriage is linked to lower risk of cancer

Should’ve put a ring on it? Maybe! Marriage is linked to lower risk of cancer
Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Instagram videos, bloody evidence: 17-year-old charged after boyfriend stabbed to death, police say

Instagram videos, bloody evidence: 17-year-old charged after boyfriend stabbed to death, police say

Instagram videos, bloody evidence: 17-year-old charged after boyfriend stabbed to death, police say
Economy|Election|Finance|World

Carney attracts a 5th Conservative lawmaker to Canada's Liberal Party

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has attracted another opposition Conservative lawmaker to the Liberal Party

Carney attracts a 5th Conservative lawmaker to Canada's Liberal Party
Business|Economy|Sports|World

Brazil's Lula argues for ban on online betting platforms

Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said on Wednesday he favors a national ban on online betting platforms, whose revenues in the South American nation are estimated in more than $4 billion per year, one of the biggest markets in the world

Brazil's Lula argues for ban on online betting platforms
Business|Economy|Political|World

More Federal Reserve officials see possible rate hikes this year, minutes show

More Federal Reserve policymakers were willing to consider an interest rate hike this year at their March meeting than in January, as higher gas prices stemming from the Iran war threatened to worsen inflation in the coming months

More Federal Reserve officials see possible rate hikes this year, minutes show
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World

Southwest Airlines, once known for its free bags perk, hikes fees amid higher jet fuel costs

Southwest Airlines said Wednesday it is raising its checked baggage fees by $10 less than a year after ending its famous “bags fly free” policy

Southwest Airlines, once known for its free bags perk, hikes fees amid higher jet fuel costs
Opinion|World

Presidential words can turn the unthinkable into the thinkable − for better or for worse

For years, Donald Trump’s rhetoric has relied on insult, ridicule, threat and contempt. But the scale of violence in his words during the first week of April 2026 was new – and had a purpose.

Presidential words can turn the unthinkable into the thinkable − for better or for worse
Crime|MidEast|World

Mother hopes freed US reporter will come home following her release from Iraqi captors

The mother of an freelance American journalist who was released from captivity in Iraq says she hopes her daughter will finally return home to rural Wisconsin after living abroad for decades

Mother hopes freed US reporter will come home following her release from Iraqi captors
Business|Economy|World

Oil is plunging, but don’t expect $3 gas anytime soon. Here’s why

Oil is plunging, but don’t expect $3 gas anytime soon. Here’s why

Oil is plunging, but don’t expect $3 gas anytime soon. Here’s why
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

California Supreme Court orders GOP sheriff to pause election probe and preserve seized ballots

The California Supreme Court has ordered a Republican county sheriff who seized more than half a million 2025 election ballots to pause his probe into election fraud allegations while the judges review the legal challenge against it

California Supreme Court orders GOP sheriff to pause election probe and preserve seized ballots
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Mexico’s president weighs fracking to curb reliance on US natural gas

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced plans to tap into unconventional natural gas deposits to reduce reliance on foreign energy

Mexico’s president weighs fracking to curb reliance on US natural gas
Crime|US|World

Bondi won't appear for House deposition next week in the Epstein investigation

The Department of Justice has indicated that former Attorney General Pam Bondi won't appear for a scheduled deposition next week before a House committee investigating how the government handled its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein

Bondi won't appear for House deposition next week in the Epstein investigation
Business|Environment|Sports|World

Fire breaks out at Rio de Janeiro Olympic Park; no injuries reported

A fire has broken out at Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Park velodrome, prompting a major emergency response

Fire breaks out at Rio de Janeiro Olympic Park; no injuries reported
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump threatens to jail a journalist over Iran rescue ‘leak’

President Donald Trump threatened to jail a journalist as part of a hunt for the “leaker” behind initial reports Friday that a second Air Force officer from a downed US fighter jet was missing. Trump did not specify which media outlet he was referring to, and a White House official declined to answer questions about his remarks.

Trump threatens to jail a journalist over Iran rescue ‘leak’
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general

Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general

Justice Department says Bondi won’t appear for Epstein deposition now that she’s no longer attorney general
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Zeldin tells climate skeptics to 'celebrate vindication' after repeal of baseline climate rule

The head of the Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday defended his decision to repeal the legal determination that serves as the basis for federal rules to slow climate change

Zeldin tells climate skeptics to 'celebrate vindication' after repeal of baseline climate rule
Africa|Asia|Political|World

Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore a solution after weeks of fighting and hundreds of deaths

China’s government says Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed not to escalate their conflict and to “explore a comprehensive solution” after several weeks of cross-border fighting that has killed hundreds of people

Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore a solution after weeks of fighting and hundreds of deaths
Asia|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Qatar's Diamond League track meet put back from May to June amid ongoing uncertainty

The Diamond League track meet in Qatar has been postponed from next month to June 19 if conditions allow amid ongoing uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East

Qatar's Diamond League track meet put back from May to June amid ongoing uncertainty
Arts|Sports|Technology|World

Justin Rose says Masters tournament record of 63 could fall one day. It would take near perfection

The tournament record at the Masters is 63 and has been for three decades

Justin Rose says Masters tournament record of 63 could fall one day. It would take near perfection
Business|Sports|World

Rhode Island challenger ensures US will have a boat at next year's America's Cup

There will be an American boat at next year’s America’s Cup after all

Rhode Island challenger ensures US will have a boat at next year's America's Cup
Environment|Science|Technology|US|World

Fireball spotted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware traveled at 30,000 mph before disintegrating, NASA says

Fireball spotted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware traveled at 30,000 mph before disintegrating, NASA says

Fireball spotted in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware traveled at 30,000 mph before disintegrating, NASA says
Economy|Environment|World

'I'm going there.' Oil drilling fuels a migrant surge in isolated city in Brazil's Amazon

Exploratory oil drilling off the coast of Brazil's Amazon rainforest are reshaping life in Oiapoque, a small city in the poor state of Amapa that is receiving thousand of migrants looking for work

'I'm going there.' Oil drilling fuels a migrant surge in isolated city in Brazil's Amazon
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Takeaways from AP’s story on how oil drilling is fueling a migrant surge in Brazil's Amazon

Exploratory oil drilling off the coast of Brazil’s Amazon rainforest is reshaping life in Oiapoque, a small city in the poor state of Amapa that is receiving thousand of migrants looking for work

Takeaways from AP’s story on how oil drilling is fueling a migrant surge in Brazil's Amazon
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

In an uncertain environment for corporate giving, Liberty Mutual Foundation launches $600M endowment

Tariff-driven uncertainty, rising costs and tax law changes have prompted many companies to reconsider their strategies

In an uncertain environment for corporate giving, Liberty Mutual Foundation launches $600M endowment
Arts|Education|Lifestyle|World

A project to save rural synagogues grows from Maine to Montana

The Center for Small Town Jewish Life at Colby College is growing as Passover ends this year

A project to save rural synagogues grows from Maine to Montana
Business|Health|Political|Science|World

From a vaccine mascot to business leadership, lessons for the US from Brazil’s public health system in building public trust and keeping it

An enduring sense of ownership led businesses and citizens to defend the country’s public health system.

From a vaccine mascot to business leadership, lessons for the US from Brazil’s public health system in building public trust and keeping it
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Former federal prison officer convicted in bribery scheme to smuggle drugs into Atlanta prison

Former federal prison officer convicted in bribery scheme to smuggle drugs into Atlanta prison

Former federal prison officer convicted in bribery scheme to smuggle drugs into Atlanta prison
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey detains 9 over attack outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

Turkish authorities have detained nine people in connection with an attack on police outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

Turkey detains 9 over attack outside the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul
Environment|Health|Science|World

Mutual aid and self-sufficiency are key to life near USSR’s contaminated nuclear test zone in Kazakhstan

When I talk about my anthropological fieldwork, many Americans are shocked to learn that “living on a nuclear test site” is even a logical statement.

Mutual aid and self-sufficiency are key to life near USSR’s contaminated nuclear test zone in Kazakhstan
Crime|Political|US|World

Suspects in ISIS-inspired attack outside NYC mayor’s residence believed they could kill up to 60 people, prosecutors say

Suspects in ISIS-inspired attack outside NYC mayor’s residence believed they could kill up to 60 people, prosecutors say

Suspects in ISIS-inspired attack outside NYC mayor’s residence believed they could kill up to 60 people, prosecutors say
Business|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

A piece of France’s Eiffel Tower is now up for grabs. You’ll need deep pockets

A piece of France’s Eiffel Tower is now up for grabs. You’ll need deep pockets

A piece of France’s Eiffel Tower is now up for grabs. You’ll need deep pockets
Economy|Political|US|World

The US and Iran have agreed a ceasefire, with talks to bridge the gulf between them. Here’s what to know

The US and Iran have agreed a ceasefire, with talks to bridge the gulf between them. Here’s what to know

The US and Iran have agreed a ceasefire, with talks to bridge the gulf between them. Here’s what to know
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Taiwan opposition leader arrives in China on what she calls a ‘journey to peace’

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun has arrived in China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, in what she's calling a “journey for peace” as Beijing pushes for the self-governed island to come under its control

Taiwan opposition leader arrives in China on what she calls a ‘journey to peace’
Election|Finance|US|World

Judge Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, expanding court’s liberal majority

Judge Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, expanding court’s liberal majority

Judge Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, expanding court’s liberal majority
Asia|Political|World

North Korea fires missiles toward sea after ridiculing South's hopes for better ties

South Korea’s military says it detected North Korea firing several short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea

North Korea fires missiles toward sea after ridiculing South's hopes for better ties
Australia|Crime|World

Decorated Australian veteran remains behind bars on Afghan war crime charges

Australia’s most decorated living veteran did not apply for bail when the war crime murder charges against him were listed in a Sydney court Wednesday

Decorated Australian veteran remains behind bars on Afghan war crime charges
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Hong Kong firm files arbitration against Maersk, claiming it schemed with Panama over port takeover

A subsidiary of a Hong Kong-based conglomerate started arbitration proceedings against Danish logistics and port group Maersk, accusing the company of aligning with Panama and scheming to replace its port operation on the Central American country’s critical canal

Hong Kong firm files arbitration against Maersk, claiming it schemed with Panama over port takeover
Crime|Science|Technology|World

A hacker has allegedly breached one of China’s supercomputers and is attempting to sell a trove of stolen data

A hacker has allegedly breached one of China’s supercomputers and is attempting to sell a trove of stolen data

A hacker has allegedly breached one of China’s supercomputers and is attempting to sell a trove of stolen data
MidEast|Political|World

The Latest: Iran says it has accepted a 2-week ceasefire in the war

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council says it has accepted a two-week ceasefire in the war

The Latest: Iran says it has accepted a 2-week ceasefire in the war
Business|Political|Travel|World

US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats

U.S. President Donald Trump pulls back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran, swerving to deescalate the war less than two hours before the deadline he set for Tehran to capitulate

US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats
Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II astronauts channel Apollo 8 with a striking Earthset photo

The Artemis II astronauts are now forever intertwined with Apollo 8

Artemis II astronauts channel Apollo 8 with a striking Earthset photo
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II astronauts make long-distance call to the space station as they head home from the moon

The Artemis II astronauts are chatting it up with their friends aboard the International Space Station

Artemis II astronauts make long-distance call to the space station as they head home from the moon
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Avalanche beat the Blues 3-1 to clinch Central Division and top seed in the Western Conference

Valeri Nichushkin scored twice and Colorado Avalanche beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 on Tuesday night to clinch the Central Division and the top seed in the Western Conference

Avalanche beat the Blues 3-1 to clinch Central Division and top seed in the Western Conference
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Hundreds of Cuban women rally against US energy blockade as crisis deepens

Hundreds of Cuban women have gathered in Havana to decry a U.S. energy embargo and other measures imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump that are strangling the Caribbean island

Hundreds of Cuban women rally against US energy blockade as crisis deepens
Crime|Political|World

Rubio says kidnapped American journalist has been released by pro-Iran militia in Iraq

Rubio says kidnapped American journalist has been released by pro-Iran militia in Iraq

Rubio says kidnapped American journalist has been released by pro-Iran militia in Iraq
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released week after kidnapping in Iraq, Rubio says

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed that American journalist Shelley Kittleson, who was kidnapped last week in Iraq, has been released

American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released week after kidnapping in Iraq, Rubio says
Crime|Education|Science|Technology|World

Officer improperly canceled visa of Harvard scholar charged with frog embryo smuggling, judge rules

A U.S. judge says a customs officer improperly canceled the visa of a Russian-born scientist and Harvard University researcher charged with smuggling frog embryos in the U.S. In a ruling Tuesday, the judge said Customs and Border Protection officers have limited authority to cancel visas and can't do so for suspected smuggling of biological samples

Officer improperly canceled visa of Harvard scholar charged with frog embryo smuggling, judge rules
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices sink and US stock futures jump as US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire

Oil prices plunged below $100 a barrel and Asia markets and U.S. stock futures jumped after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices sink and US stock futures jump as US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Iran-linked hackers have disrupted multiple US industrial sites

Iran-linked hackers have disrupted multiple US industrial sites

Iran-linked hackers have disrupted multiple US industrial sites
Crime|Travel|US|World

Search turns to recovery for American woman whose husband says she fell overboard in Bahamas, officials say

Search turns to recovery for American woman whose husband says she fell overboard in Bahamas, officials say

Search turns to recovery for American woman whose husband says she fell overboard in Bahamas, officials say
Economy|Political|World

Russia and China veto watered-down UN resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz

Russia and China have vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz

Russia and China veto watered-down UN resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump uses the language of annihilation to threaten Iran ahead of deadline

The president who yearned for a Nobel Peace Prize and once reveled in the appearance of solving conflicts turned to the language of annihilation as he struggled to find a resolution to his war in Iran

Trump uses the language of annihilation to threaten Iran ahead of deadline
Business|Environment|Technology|Travel|World

Travelers will face limits on how many chargers they can carry as airlines try to reduce fire risks

Travelers will soon face restrictions on how many portable chargers they can carry on a flight as airlines continue to try to reduce the risk of another lithium battery fire aboard their jets

Travelers will face limits on how many chargers they can carry as airlines try to reduce fire risks
Political|World

When a president is unfit for office, here’s what the Constitution says can happen

Amid lawmakers’ calls for the president’s removal from office, Americans may be wondering what would come next.

When a president is unfit for office, here’s what the Constitution says can happen
MidEast|Political|US|World

Visualizing the US-Israeli war with Iran and retaliation in maps and charts

Visualizing the US-Israeli war with Iran and retaliation in maps and charts

Visualizing the US-Israeli war with Iran and retaliation in maps and charts
Crime|Health|MidEast|World

WHO driver killed by Israeli gunfire in Gaza, relatives say

WHO driver killed by Israeli gunfire in Gaza, relatives say

WHO driver killed by Israeli gunfire in Gaza, relatives say
Arts|Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|World

Inside a huge compound on Thailand-Cambodia border where 10,000 workers scammed people globally

Scam compounds have mushroomed across Southeast Asia since the pandemic

Inside a huge compound on Thailand-Cambodia border where 10,000 workers scammed people globally
Americas|Crime|US|World

Wife of US soldier released from federal immigration detention

The wife of a U.S. Army staff sergeant has been released from a federal immigration detention facility where she spent nearly a week after being taken into custody inside a Louisiana military base

Wife of US soldier released from federal immigration detention
Arts|Health|Technology|World

Judge refuses to block sending abortion pill by mail for now, but says FDA must finish review

A federal judge has ruled that the abortion drug mifepristone can continue to be dispensed by mail to people with prescriptions, at least for now

Judge refuses to block sending abortion pill by mail for now, but says FDA must finish review
Europe|Sports|World

Harry Kane leads Bayern to 2-1 win over Real Madrid in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinals

Harry Kane delivered for Bayern Munich on his return from injury, scoring a goal and helping set up another in the team’s 2-1 win over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals

Harry Kane leads Bayern to 2-1 win over Real Madrid in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinals
Sports|World

Arsenal beats Sporting Lisbon on Havertz's late goal in Champions League quarterfinals

Kai Havertz scored in stoppage time to give Arsenal a 1-0 win in the first leg of its Champions League quarterfinal against Sporting Lisbon

Arsenal beats Sporting Lisbon on Havertz's late goal in Champions League quarterfinals
Health|Political|World

Iranians fear power outages and further attacks as Trump's deadline nears

Tehran residents are rushing to stock up on bottled water and charge cellphones, flashlights and portable power banks as the hours tick down to Trump’s latest ultimatum for a deal in the war with Iran

Iranians fear power outages and further attacks as Trump's deadline nears
Political|World

Mullin pledges progress on disaster relief during his first official trip as DHS secretary

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has toured North Carolina areas devastated by Hurricane Helene in 2024

Mullin pledges progress on disaster relief during his first official trip as DHS secretary
Environment|Science|World

A Super El Niño is coming. Here’s how a hotter ocean could change the weather near you

A Super El Niño is coming. Here’s how a hotter ocean could change the weather near you

A Super El Niño is coming. Here’s how a hotter ocean could change the weather near you
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Missouri governor signs bill banning judges from delaying divorces when a spouse is pregnant

Missouri governor signs bill banning judges from delaying divorces when a spouse is pregnant

Missouri governor signs bill banning judges from delaying divorces when a spouse is pregnant
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Firefighter, whose heart stopped several times, shares miraculous survival story from hospital bed

Firefighter, whose heart stopped several times, shares miraculous survival story from hospital bed

Firefighter, whose heart stopped several times, shares miraculous survival story from hospital bed
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Trump statements about Iran raise questions about international law

President Donald Trump’s recent statements of intent about his administration’s plans for Iran have raised questions about international law

Trump statements about Iran raise questions about international law
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Man charged with killing wife: 'That man took everything from everybody'

Man charged with killing wife: 'That man took everything from everybody'

Man charged with killing wife: 'That man took everything from everybody'
Business|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic’s latest AI model could let hackers carry out attacks faster than ever. It wants companies to put up defenses first

Anthropic’s latest AI model could let hackers carry out attacks faster than ever. It wants companies to put up defenses first

Anthropic’s latest AI model could let hackers carry out attacks faster than ever. It wants companies to put up defenses first
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Florida college student accused of burying her newborn baby turns herself in

Florida college student accused of burying her newborn baby turns herself in

Florida college student accused of burying her newborn baby turns herself in
Business|Crime|World

Man who co-founded Mexican drug cartel with 'El Mencho' pleads guilty in US to conspiracy charge

A founder of one of Mexico’s most powerful and violent drug cartels has pleaded guilty in the U.S. to a federal narcotics conspiracy charge

Man who co-founded Mexican drug cartel with 'El Mencho' pleads guilty in US to conspiracy charge
Europe|Sports|World

Liverpool aims to stop slide against PSG in Champions League quarterfinals

Out of the Premier League title race

Liverpool aims to stop slide against PSG in Champions League quarterfinals
Crime|Political|US|World

Only Trump knows why he replaced Bondi as attorney general, new leader of Justice Department says

The Justice Department’s new leader says “nobody” except President Donald Trump knows why Pam Bondi was replaced as attorney general last week

Only Trump knows why he replaced Bondi as attorney general, new leader of Justice Department says
Crime|Election|Finance|US|World

Acting AG says ‘Nobody has any idea why’ Pam Bondi was fired except for Trump

Acting AG says ‘Nobody has any idea why’ Pam Bondi was fired except for Trump

Acting AG says ‘Nobody has any idea why’ Pam Bondi was fired except for Trump
Crime|Entertainment|US|World

Michigan man charged with kidnapping following Amber Alert for 12-year-old Iowa girl

Michigan man charged with kidnapping following Amber Alert for 12-year-old Iowa girl

Michigan man charged with kidnapping following Amber Alert for 12-year-old Iowa girl
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Wireless Festival canceled after UK bars rapper Ye over antisemitic remarks

The British government has blocked the rapper formerly known as Kanye West from entering the U.K. as the controversy over his antisemitic statements led to calls for planned headline performances at a major music festival to be canceled

Wireless Festival canceled after UK bars rapper Ye over antisemitic remarks
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Opinion|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Donald Trump Jr. criticizes the European Union during a trip to Bosnia

Donald Trump Jr. has lashed out at the European Union

Donald Trump Jr. criticizes the European Union during a trip to Bosnia
Sports|Technology|World

The Masters has players from 23 countries. The world ranking is one reason for the global growth

Bernhard Langer celebrates his footnote in history at the Masters this week

The Masters has players from 23 countries. The world ranking is one reason for the global growth
Americas|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

How Trump's deadline delays and threats escalated leading up to 2-week ceasefire with Iran

President Donald Trump is suspending his threatened attack against Iran less than two hours before the deadline the president set for Tehran

How Trump's deadline delays and threats escalated leading up to 2-week ceasefire with Iran
Arts|Entertainment|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Trading cigarettes for cameras: A WWII soldier’s unlikely path to preserving history

Trading cigarettes for cameras: A WWII soldier’s unlikely path to preserving history

Trading cigarettes for cameras: A WWII soldier’s unlikely path to preserving history
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Beyond gas: The price increases American consumers are experiencing from the Iran war

Beyond gas: The price increases American consumers are experiencing from the Iran war

Beyond gas: The price increases American consumers are experiencing from the Iran war
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

What to know about Trump’s threat to bomb Iran’s power plants and bridges, and why this could be a war crime

What to know about Trump’s threat to bomb Iran’s power plants and bridges, and why this could be a war crime

What to know about Trump’s threat to bomb Iran’s power plants and bridges, and why this could be a war crime
Americas|Arts|Crime|Health|Sports|World

Tiger Woods is not at the Masters. Jason Day wonders why he was behind the wheel in DUI arrest

Tiger Woods is a topic of conversation at the Masters without even being there

Tiger Woods is not at the Masters. Jason Day wonders why he was behind the wheel in DUI arrest
Science|Technology|Travel|World

NASA releases new ‘Earthset’ and eclipse images taken during historic flyby of the moon

NASA releases new ‘Earthset’ and eclipse images taken during historic flyby of the moon

NASA releases new ‘Earthset’ and eclipse images taken during historic flyby of the moon
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sarkozy says he owes France 'the truth' as he challenges conviction over alleged Libya funding

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has maintained his innocence on conspiracy charges in an appeal hearing in Paris

Sarkozy says he owes France 'the truth' as he challenges conviction over alleged Libya funding
Arts|Business|Entertainment|World

UK festival canceled after headliner Kanye West blocked from traveling to UK

UK festival canceled after headliner Kanye West blocked from traveling to UK

UK festival canceled after headliner Kanye West blocked from traveling to UK
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

On Hungary visit, Vance urges voters to support Orbán days before pivotal election

U.S. Vice President JD Vance says he is in Hungary to support Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's reelection bid

On Hungary visit, Vance urges voters to support Orbán days before pivotal election
Opinion|World

US refugee policy for white South Africans is part of a century-long effort to keep some English-speaking nations white

Australia, Canada and the US identified themselves as ‘white men’s countries’ in the early 20th century and coordinated immigration restrictions to keep them that way.

US refugee policy for white South Africans is part of a century-long effort to keep some English-speaking nations white
Arts|Education|Political|World

1776’s Declaration of Independence inspired Washington’s troops to fight against the odds – and also helped bring in powerful allies

The Declaration of Independence isn’t just a philosophical breakup letter. It was a strategic move to secure vital support for America after its first declaration of war.

1776’s Declaration of Independence inspired Washington’s troops to fight against the odds – and also helped bring in powerful allies
Crime|World

Gunmen attack police near building housing Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

Turkish officials say that gunmen attacked police outside a building housing the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul

Gunmen attack police near building housing Israeli Consulate in Istanbul
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Bernice King reflects on father's legacy at MLK Jr. wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta: "It never gets easier"

Bernice King reflects on father's legacy at MLK Jr. wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta: "It never gets easier"

Bernice King reflects on father's legacy at MLK Jr. wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta: "It never gets easier"
Business|Economy|Political|World

US has struck Iranian military targets on Kharg Island. Here’s what we know about it

US has struck Iranian military targets on Kharg Island. Here’s what we know about it

US has struck Iranian military targets on Kharg Island. Here’s what we know about it
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Political|World

Vance makes time to visit Hungary to support Orbán amid Iran negotiations

Vance makes time to visit Hungary to support Orbán amid Iran negotiations

Vance makes time to visit Hungary to support Orbán amid Iran negotiations
Health|Political|World

107-year-old World War II veteran honored at Massachusetts State House

107-year-old World War II veteran honored at Massachusetts State House

107-year-old World War II veteran honored at Massachusetts State House
Sports|World

Achilles injury ends US forward Patrick Agyemang's World Cup hopes

United States international Patrick Agyemang will miss his home World Cup after suffering a serious Achilles tendon injury

Achilles injury ends US forward Patrick Agyemang's World Cup hopes
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Zelenskyy offers an Easter pause on energy strikes as Russian drone kills 4 in bus strike

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine is proposing a pause in attacks on energy infrastructure over the Orthodox Easter holiday next weekend

Zelenskyy offers an Easter pause on energy strikes as Russian drone kills 4 in bus strike
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Pooping and snacking: More on an astronaut’s daily life inside the tight Orion

The Artemis II mission around the moon is underway. Four CNN journalists cram inside a capsule-size van to show the constraints inside the Orion spacecraft that four astronauts will share for the 10-day trip.

Pooping and snacking: More on an astronaut’s daily life inside the tight Orion
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Stopgap measures aren't enough to halt rising prices as the world scrambles for more oil

Global leaders have been scrambling to contain the rising cost of oil and gasoline since the start of the Iran war

Stopgap measures aren't enough to halt rising prices as the world scrambles for more oil
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Red lights are flashing on the scarcity of oil

Red lights are flashing on the scarcity of oil

Red lights are flashing on the scarcity of oil
Australia|Crime|World

Former Australian soldier charged with committing 5 war crime murders in Afghanistan

Australia’s most decorated living veteran, Ben Roberts-Smith, faces war crime charges on allegations that he killed five unarmed Afghans while serving in Afghanistan from 2009 to 2012

Former Australian soldier charged with committing 5 war crime murders in Afghanistan
Crime|World

US soldier trying to halt wife's deportation after she was detained on Louisiana military base

A U.S. Army staff sergeant is trying to halt his Honduras-born wife’s deportation after she was detained inside a military base just days after their wedding

US soldier trying to halt wife's deportation after she was detained on Louisiana military base
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

As Trump threatens Iran's infrastructure, a Tehran couple wonders how to prepare

A couple living in Iran's capital have grown used to the sound of daily airstrikes five weeks into the war

As Trump threatens Iran's infrastructure, a Tehran couple wonders how to prepare
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Vietnam elects Communist Party chief as president, echoing China's power structure

Vietnam has unanimously elected Communist Party leader To Lam as president, consolidating his control over both party and state

Vietnam elects Communist Party chief as president, echoing China's power structure
Science|Technology|World

Before winding down the war, US and Israel are determined to wipe out Iran’s nuclear expertise

Before winding down the war, US and Israel are determined to wipe out Iran’s nuclear expertise

Before winding down the war, US and Israel are determined to wipe out Iran’s nuclear expertise
Health|Science|Technology|World

Bangladesh conducts emergency measles vaccinations as outbreak kills more than 100 children

Bangladesh is conducting emergency measles-rubella vaccinations while trying to contain an ongoing outbreak that has killed more than 100 children

Bangladesh conducts emergency measles vaccinations as outbreak kills more than 100 children
Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Trump brushes off war crime concerns as he repeats threat to Iran’s infrastructure

U.S. President Donald Trump says he’s “not at all” concerned about committing possible war crimes as he the destruction of Iran’s bridges and power plants if they don’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: Trump brushes off war crime concerns as he repeats threat to Iran’s infrastructure
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump widens threat to all of Iran's power plants and bridges as his deadline for a deal approaches

President Donald Trump has expanded his threat against Iran to include all power plants and bridges as his Tuesday ultimatum approaches

Trump widens threat to all of Iran's power plants and bridges as his deadline for a deal approaches
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II breaks Apollo 13’s distance record with daring moon flyby that included a solar eclipse

The Artemis II astronauts have completed their record-breaking trip around the moon

Artemis II breaks Apollo 13’s distance record with daring moon flyby that included a solar eclipse
Political|Technology|World

Risky rescue of US crew downed in Iran relied on dozens of aircraft and subterfuge, Trump says

The United States relied on dozens of aircraft, hundreds of personnel, secret CIA technology and a dose of subterfuge to rescue a two-man F-15E fighter jet crew downed deep inside Iran

Risky rescue of US crew downed in Iran relied on dozens of aircraft and subterfuge, Trump says
Arts|Entertainment|World

Mahreen Sohail's story collection 'Small Scale Sinners' wins the PEN/Faulkner prize

Mahreen Sohail’s short story collection, "Small Scale Sinners," has won the PEN/Faulkner Award for fiction

Mahreen Sohail's story collection 'Small Scale Sinners' wins the PEN/Faulkner prize
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump's threatened destruction of Iran's power plants could be considered a war crime, experts say

In his news conference Monday, President Donald Trump threatened to blow up every bridge and power plant in Iran, action that would be so far-reaching that some experts in military law said it could constitute a war crime

Trump's threatened destruction of Iran's power plants could be considered a war crime, experts say
Crime|World

ICE’s story of a Minneapolis shooting fell apart. New video shows what happened before an agent fired

ICE’s story of a Minneapolis shooting fell apart. New video shows what happened before an agent fired

ICE’s story of a Minneapolis shooting fell apart. New video shows what happened before an agent fired
Education|US|World

Trump administration terminates agreements to protect transgender students in several schools

The Education Department says it has terminated agreements that previous administrations reached with five school districts and a college aimed at upholding rights and protections for transgender students

Trump administration terminates agreements to protect transgender students in several schools
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Video brings new scrutiny to an ICE shooting in Minneapolis after charges against 2 men collapsed

The city of Minneapolis has released a video showing a chase and a scuffle that ended in a nonfatal shooting in January

Video brings new scrutiny to an ICE shooting in Minneapolis after charges against 2 men collapsed
Business|Economy|Travel|World

A 12-hour drive through Iran offers glimpses of destruction, defiance and daily life

A black banner hangs over the border crossing and portraits of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei stare down, promising vengeance against the United States and Israel

A 12-hour drive through Iran offers glimpses of destruction, defiance and daily life
Crime|Education|Health|World

Children make up half of Haiti’s gangs. They’re about to face a new foreign force.

Children make up half of Haiti’s gangs. They’re about to face a new foreign force.

Children make up half of Haiti’s gangs. They’re about to face a new foreign force.
Business|Economy|US|World

DHS staffers are now getting paid during the shutdown. Here’s how

DHS staffers are now getting paid during the shutdown. Here’s how

DHS staffers are now getting paid during the shutdown. Here’s how
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump threatens to jail unspecified reporter over airmen rescue leaks

Trump threatens to jail unspecified reporter over airmen rescue leaks

Trump threatens to jail unspecified reporter over airmen rescue leaks
Political|World

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about the Iran war and his foreign policy record

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about the Iran war and his foreign policy record

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about the Iran war and his foreign policy record
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

US stocks drift higher ahead of Trump's deadline to bomb Iranian power plants

The U.S. stock market drifted higher in tentative trading ahead of a deadline President Donald Trump has set to bomb Iranian power plants

US stocks drift higher ahead of Trump's deadline to bomb Iranian power plants
Election|Political|US|World

Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open race

President Donald Trump is endorsing Republican Steve Hilton for California governor, reordering a wide-open race

Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open race
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says Iran could be ‘taken out in one night’: What we know about the war, now in its 6th week

Trump says Iran could be ‘taken out in one night’: What we know about the war, now in its 6th week

Trump says Iran could be ‘taken out in one night’: What we know about the war, now in its 6th week
Business|Economy|Environment|Sports|US|World

Winter weather forecasts force Mets, Guardians and White Sox to move up Tuesday starts to afternoon

The anticipation of winter weather has forced the New York Mets, Cleveland Guardians and Chicago White Sox to change scheduled night games to afternoon starts on Tuesday

Winter weather forecasts force Mets, Guardians and White Sox to move up Tuesday starts to afternoon
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II astronauts break Apollo distance record on historic flyby of the moon

Artemis II astronauts break Apollo distance record on historic flyby of the moon

Artemis II astronauts break Apollo distance record on historic flyby of the moon
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

2 US lawmakers visiting Cuba denounce island's 'economic bombing' under energy blockade

Two U.S. lawmakers are calling for a permanent solution to Cuba’s crises after witnessing the effects of a U.S. energy blockade during an official visit to the island

2 US lawmakers visiting Cuba denounce island's 'economic bombing' under energy blockade
Crime|Political|US|World

ICE agent allegedly rams immigrant's vehicle, leaving him injured

ICE agent allegedly rams immigrant's vehicle, leaving him injured

ICE agent allegedly rams immigrant's vehicle, leaving him injured
Business|Economy|Political|World

JPMorgan CEO Dimon: Iran war could reignite inflation and keep Fed rates higher for longer

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warns that a resilient U.S. economy could face renewed inflation pressures if the war in Iran disrupts global energy markets

JPMorgan CEO Dimon: Iran war could reignite inflation and keep Fed rates higher for longer
Crime|Political|US|World

Steve Bannon wins Supreme Court order likely to lead to dismissal of contempt of Congress conviction

Longtime Trump ally Steve Bannon has won a Supreme Court order that’s expected to lead to the dismissal of his criminal conviction for refusing to testify to Congress

Steve Bannon wins Supreme Court order likely to lead to dismissal of contempt of Congress conviction
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Vinícius Júnior hails Lamine Yamal for condemning anti-Muslim chants

Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior has praised Barcelona star Lamine Yamal for publicly condemning anti-Muslim chants in a recent match

Vinícius Júnior hails Lamine Yamal for condemning anti-Muslim chants
Crime|Political|US|World

Supreme Court clears path for Trump’s DOJ to dismiss criminal case against Steve Bannon

Supreme Court clears path for Trump’s DOJ to dismiss criminal case against Steve Bannon

Supreme Court clears path for Trump’s DOJ to dismiss criminal case against Steve Bannon
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Community returns to Lao New Year Festival for final day following tragedy

Community returns to Lao New Year Festival for final day following tragedy

Community returns to Lao New Year Festival for final day following tragedy
Arts|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Priced out by the ‘escalating insanity’ of life in California, she moved to rural France for a tranquil new life

Priced out by the ‘escalating insanity’ of life in California, she moved to rural France for a tranquil new life

Priced out by the ‘escalating insanity’ of life in California, she moved to rural France for a tranquil new life
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Jamie Dimon warns that the Iran war could bring an economic ‘skunk’ to the party

Jamie Dimon warns that the Iran war could bring an economic ‘skunk’ to the party

Jamie Dimon warns that the Iran war could bring an economic ‘skunk’ to the party
Crime|Europe|World

Russian attacks kill 4 as Ukraine drones target oil infrastructure

Ukrainian officials say a Russian drone attack on Odesa has killed two women and a toddler

Russian attacks kill 4 as Ukraine drones target oil infrastructure
Health|Science|World

RSV is still spreading, prompting states to extend the immunization period

RSV is still spreading, prompting states to extend the immunization period

RSV is still spreading, prompting states to extend the immunization period
Election|Political|US|World

What to expect in Georgia's special congressional runoff

Voters in a northwest Georgia congressional district will elect a new representative on Tuesday to replace Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene, who resigned in January following a public rift with President Donald Trump

What to expect in Georgia's special congressional runoff
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Alleged explosives found near gas pipeline raises heat days before Hungary’s pivotal election

Alleged explosives found near gas pipeline raises heat days before Hungary’s pivotal election

Alleged explosives found near gas pipeline raises heat days before Hungary’s pivotal election
Election|Political|US|World

Trump endorses Republican Steve Hilton in California governor’s race

Trump endorses Republican Steve Hilton in California governor’s race

Trump endorses Republican Steve Hilton in California governor’s race
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

A freakishly dry spring is literally changing the landscape in Colorado

A freakishly dry spring is literally changing the landscape in Colorado

A freakishly dry spring is literally changing the landscape in Colorado
Environment|Europe|Science|World

After harsh winter, Ukrainians find joy in releasing bats rescued from war

Children and volunteers gathered at a nature park on the edge of Kyiv to release bats into the night sky

After harsh winter, Ukrainians find joy in releasing bats rescued from war
Business|Economy|World

The Latest: Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure if Strait of Hormuz isn't reopened

U.S. President Donald Trump repeated his threat to hit Iran’s critical infrastructure hard if the country’s government doesn’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his Monday deadline

The Latest: Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure if Strait of Hormuz isn't reopened
Crime|World

Trump issues an expletive-filled threat against Iran as details of US aviator's rescue emerge

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued an expletive-filled threat to escalate strikes on Iran if it doesn’t open the Strait of Hormuz by his Tuesday deadline

Trump issues an expletive-filled threat against Iran as details of US aviator's rescue emerge
Environment|Health|Science|World

A gray whale that swam 20 miles up a Washington state river is found dead

A juvenile gray whale that swam 20 miles up a river in Washington state has been found dead

A gray whale that swam 20 miles up a Washington state river is found dead
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil prices climb after Trump threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices climb after Trump threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices climb after Trump threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz
Crime|US|World

Police car chases result in 8 deaths around US in less than a week

A series of police pursuits have led to at least eight deaths around the country in less than a week amid calls by some law enforcement experts to curb risky high speed chases

Police car chases result in 8 deaths around US in less than a week
Political|US|World

Trump administration agencies post Easter messages celebrating Christ’s resurrection

The Trump administration has taken a new tack in celebrating Easter

Trump administration agencies post Easter messages celebrating Christ’s resurrection
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

As 4 astronauts aim to make history at the moon, Trump recommends slashing NASA’s budget

As 4 astronauts aim to make history at the moon, Trump recommends slashing NASA’s budget

As 4 astronauts aim to make history at the moon, Trump recommends slashing NASA’s budget
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Leeds beat West Ham in penalty shootout to reach FA Cup semifinals for first time since 1987

Leeds threw away a two-goal lead in second-half injury time and conceded two disallowed goals in extra time before going on to beat West Ham in a penalty shootout and reach the FA Cup semifinals for the first time since 1987

Leeds beat West Ham in penalty shootout to reach FA Cup semifinals for first time since 1987
Business|Education|Sports|US|World

UConn's Solo Ball, Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg both dealing with injuries heading into title game

UConn starting guard Solo Ball was skipping practice because of a sprained foot but said he expects to play when the Huskies face Michigan in the NCAA championship game Monday night

UConn's Solo Ball, Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg both dealing with injuries heading into title game
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Pressure mounts on Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a summer festival in London

Pressure is mounting for the American rapper Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a London music festival this summer

Pressure mounts on Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a summer festival in London
Science|Technology|Travel|World

New Artemis II moon image includes part of the moon never before observed by human eyes

New Artemis II moon image includes part of the moon never before observed by human eyes

New Artemis II moon image includes part of the moon never before observed by human eyes
Arts|Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Pope Leo urges peace in first Easter Mass as Christians celebrate in Jerusalem, Gaza and Tehran

Pope Leo XIV has celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff, urging peace through dialogue and calling for an end to conflicts worldwide

Pope Leo urges peace in first Easter Mass as Christians celebrate in Jerusalem, Gaza and Tehran
Political|World

Inside the mission to recover a downed American airman

Inside the mission to recover a downed American airman

Inside the mission to recover a downed American airman
Crime|Europe|World

3 killed as high winds topple a tree on an Easter egg hunt in Germany

German police say three people, including a 10-month-old girl, were killed Sunday when high winds toppled a tree during an Easter egg hunt

3 killed as high winds topple a tree on an Easter egg hunt in Germany
World

What we do — and don’t — know about the operation to rescue the US airman

What we do — and don’t — know about the operation to rescue the US airman

What we do — and don’t — know about the operation to rescue the US airman
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Health|World

More than a dozen injured after vehicle hits parade-goers during Louisiana celebration

More than a dozen injured after vehicle hits parade-goers during Louisiana celebration

More than a dozen injured after vehicle hits parade-goers during Louisiana celebration
Education|Entertainment|Sports|World

UConn keeps proving it just knows how to win in big games. A shot at a third title in four years comes on Monday

UConn keeps proving it just knows how to win in big games. A shot at a third title in four years comes on Monday

UConn keeps proving it just knows how to win in big games. A shot at a third title in four years comes on Monday
Africa|World

Congo to receive third-country deportees from the US under new deal

Congo will receive some deportees from the U.S. as part of a new deal under the Trump administration’s third-country program

Congo to receive third-country deportees from the US under new deal
Crime|Political|US|World

Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park across from the White House

The U.S. Secret Service says it's investigating overnight reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park, which is across the street from the White House

Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park across from the White House
Education|Technology|World

Eulogy for the CIA Factbook: The free standard for world facts, long an educational staple, is gone

The Trump administration has shut down the CIA World Factbook, and there's much lamenting about the demise of a free source that many people used to check basic facts about countries

Eulogy for the CIA Factbook: The free standard for world facts, long an educational staple, is gone
Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pope Leo urges those who ‘unleash wars’ to choose peace in his first Easter message

Pope Leo urges those who ‘unleash wars’ to choose peace in his first Easter message

Pope Leo urges those who ‘unleash wars’ to choose peace in his first Easter message
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions

Aid groups are warning that the war in the Middle East has upended their ability to get food and medicine to millions in need and that more people will suffer if the violence continues

Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions
Political|Sports|Technology|US|World

Missing service member rescued by US forces after jet downed in Iran, Trump announces

Missing service member rescued by US forces after jet downed in Iran, Trump announces

Missing service member rescued by US forces after jet downed in Iran, Trump announces
Economy|Political|World

As the Iran war drags on, Israeli solidarity comes under strain

As the Iran war drags on, Israeli solidarity comes under strain

As the Iran war drags on, Israeli solidarity comes under strain
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

English choirs seek to protect a musical tradition little changed since Queen Elizabeth I

A campaign is underway to protect England's choral music tradition, which has thrived for nearly 500 years

English choirs seek to protect a musical tradition little changed since Queen Elizabeth I
Business|Crime|Education|Health|World

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

An immigrant family is grappling with the ordeal suffered by a 3-year-old girl who endured alleged sexual abuse while her father fought for five months for her release from federal custody

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World

Vehicle hits revelers during Lao New Year celebration in Louisiana

Several people were injured when a vehicle struck revelers at a parade celebrating the Lao New Year on Saturday in rural Louisiana

Vehicle hits revelers during Lao New Year celebration in Louisiana
Business|Economy|World

The Latest: US and Iran race to find missing crew member from downed military plane

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened Iran over his Monday deadline to reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz so ship traffic can flow again

The Latest: US and Iran race to find missing crew member from downed military plane
Economy|World

Trump gives Iran 48 hours to open Strait of Hormuz as search continues for missing US pilot

U_S_ President Donald Trump has again warned Tehran over his Monday deadline to open the crucial Strait of Hormuz and allow ship traffic to flow again, and Iran has responded by threatening to open “the gates of hell.”

Trump gives Iran 48 hours to open Strait of Hormuz as search continues for missing US pilot
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II toilet acts up again as astronauts speed toward the moon to break Apollo 13's record

The Artemis II astronauts are more than halfway to the moon

Artemis II toilet acts up again as astronauts speed toward the moon to break Apollo 13's record
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Meloni hails arrest of top crime family suspect after raid at an Italian resort

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has praised police after the arrest of alleged organized crime boss Roberto Mazzarella

Meloni hails arrest of top crime family suspect after raid at an Italian resort
Entertainment|Sports|World

Maria Jose Marin wins Augusta National Women's Amateur after Asterisk Talley meltdown

Maria Jose Marin of Colombia has won the Augusta National Women's Amateur

Maria Jose Marin wins Augusta National Women's Amateur after Asterisk Talley meltdown
Arts|Political|US|World

Trump administration asks appeals court to pause order halting White House ballroom construction

The Trump administration is arguing that a judge’s order to halt construction of a $400 million ballroom creates a security risk for the president

Trump administration asks appeals court to pause order halting White House ballroom construction
Business|Crime|Environment|US|World

Southern California wildfire mostly contained as officials lift many evacuation orders

A smoky wildfire in Southern California that broke out Friday morning was mostly under control Saturday afternoon

Southern California wildfire mostly contained as officials lift many evacuation orders
Crime|MidEast|US|World

US rescues one of two crew members from fighter jet shot down over Iran

Sources say one of the two US crew members have been rescued after a fighter jet was shot down over Iran. CNN’s Kristen Holmes reports.

US rescues one of two crew members from fighter jet shot down over Iran
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia again claims to have taken an eastern Ukrainian region. The real picture is very different

Russia again claims to have taken an eastern Ukrainian region. The real picture is very different

Russia again claims to have taken an eastern Ukrainian region. The real picture is very different
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US revokes green cards and visas of several Iranian nationals connected to Tehran government

The Trump administration has revoked the green cards or U.S. visas of at least four Iranian nationals connected to the current or former Iranian government, including two who have been detained by immigration authorities and are to be deported

US revokes green cards and visas of several Iranian nationals connected to Tehran government
Business|Economy|Sports|Technology|World

FIFA raises top ticket price for World Cup final to $10,990 during glitch-hampered sales reopening

FIFA raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to $10,990 during the glitch-hampered reopening of sales after the 48-team field for this year’s tournament was finalized

FIFA raises top ticket price for World Cup final to $10,990 during glitch-hampered sales reopening
Americas|Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Retired matador killed by bull ahead of bullfight in southern Spain

Retired matador killed by bull ahead of bullfight in southern Spain

Retired matador killed by bull ahead of bullfight in southern Spain
Asia|Business|Crime|World

A fire at a gas lighter factory near Bangladesh's capital kills 5 people

Authorities in Bangladesh say five people have died in a fire that broke out at a factory manufacturing gas lighters near Bangladesh’s capital

A fire at a gas lighter factory near Bangladesh's capital kills 5 people
Business|Crime|US|World

How Pam Bondi lost her job

How Pam Bondi lost her job

How Pam Bondi lost her job
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

The global oil crisis is turning into an everything crisis

The global oil crisis is turning into an everything crisis

The global oil crisis is turning into an everything crisis
Political|World

US and Iran: A brief history of how decades of mistrust and bad blood led to open warfare

Some major events in the history of US-Iran relations highlight differences between the countries’ views, but others have presented real opportunities for reconciliation.

US and Iran: A brief history of how decades of mistrust and bad blood led to open warfare
Business|Environment|Science|World

Floods, landslides triggered by heavy rain in Afghanistan leave 77 dead in 10 days, authorities say

The Afghanistan Disaster Management Authority says widespread flooding, landslides and lightning strikes triggered by heavy rain and storms across the country have left 77 people dead and 137 injured over the past 10 days

Floods, landslides triggered by heavy rain in Afghanistan leave 77 dead in 10 days, authorities say
Business|Economy|World

Trump's go-it-alone certainty confronts the uncertainties of war

President Donald Trump claims that the United States has, in his words, “completely decimated” Iran

Trump's go-it-alone certainty confronts the uncertainties of war
Science|Technology|World

As Trump orders UFO data released, a question hangs: If aliens exist, what would they think of us?

For generations, human beings have wondered: What would alien life from another planet be like

As Trump orders UFO data released, a question hangs: If aliens exist, what would they think of us?
Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Death toll from Afghan quake rises, including 8 members of refugee family returned from Iran

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake has struck northern Afghanistan, killing at least eight members of a refugee family near Kabul

Death toll from Afghan quake rises, including 8 members of refugee family returned from Iran
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Housing market trends favor home shoppers, but Iran war clouds the outlook for mortgage rates

The economic fallout from the war with Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home, even as other housing market trends in many parts of the country favor home shoppers this spring

Housing market trends favor home shoppers, but Iran war clouds the outlook for mortgage rates
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

European ministers call for profit caps on energy companies as Iran war drives price surge

Finance ministers from five European Union member states are urging the bloc to introduce a windfall tax on energy companies as surging oil and gas prices raise inflation fears

European ministers call for profit caps on energy companies as Iran war drives price surge
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia and Ukraine trade deadly strikes as Zelenskyy travels to Istanbul for talks with Erdogan

Russian drone strikes on Ukraine have killed six people and wounded over 30 more, according to Ukrainian officials, while Russia reported four deaths

Russia and Ukraine trade deadly strikes as Zelenskyy travels to Istanbul for talks with Erdogan
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Some countries are reducing paths to citizenship. This one’s opening up

Some countries are reducing paths to citizenship. This one’s opening up

Some countries are reducing paths to citizenship. This one’s opening up
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Hawaii doctor’s testimony in his attempted murder trial makes this a case of ‘she said, he said’

Hawaii doctor’s testimony in his attempted murder trial makes this a case of ‘she said, he said’

Hawaii doctor’s testimony in his attempted murder trial makes this a case of ‘she said, he said’
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Iran’s ‘new’ regime looks much the same, only harsher

Iran’s ‘new’ regime looks much the same, only harsher

Iran’s ‘new’ regime looks much the same, only harsher
Australia|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

US sprinters Richardson and Coleman advance to the Stawell Gift semifinals in Australia

American sprinters Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman have won their heats and qualified for Monday’s semifinals of the Stawell Gift, an annual race contested over 120 meters on grass in a small Australian town near Melbourne

US sprinters Richardson and Coleman advance to the Stawell Gift semifinals in Australia
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US military jets hit in Iran war are the first shot down by enemy fire in over 20 years

Iran shooting down two American military jets marks an exceedingly rare assault for the U.S. that hasn't happened in more than 20 years

US military jets hit in Iran war are the first shot down by enemy fire in over 20 years
Crime|US|World

2nd man arrested in drive-by shooting that killed 7-month-old girl

Police say a second suspect in the stray-bullet killing of a 7-month-old baby on a Brooklyn street has been arrested in Pennsylvania

2nd man arrested in drive-by shooting that killed 7-month-old girl
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Bondi struggled to prosecute Trump foes. But will a new attorney general make a difference?

Pam Bondi is out of her job after failing to deliver criminal cases against President Donald Trump’s political enemies

Bondi struggled to prosecute Trump foes. But will a new attorney general make a difference?
Business|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|Political|World

As Taiwan steels its defenses against China, some are hatching escape plans

As Taiwan steels its defenses against China, some are hatching escape plans

As Taiwan steels its defenses against China, some are hatching escape plans
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump signs memo directing DHS to pay all workers amid shutdown

Trump signs memo directing DHS to pay all workers amid shutdown

Trump signs memo directing DHS to pay all workers amid shutdown
MidEast|Political|World

China aims to show global leadership with Iran war diplomacy. US appears uninterested

China is stepping up its diplomacy as the Iran war drags on

China aims to show global leadership with Iran war diplomacy. US appears uninterested
Business|Political|US|World

Hegseth tells Army chief of staff to retire immediately

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth told US Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George to retire, as well as firing two other Army generals.

Hegseth tells Army chief of staff to retire immediately
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

‘This is a recalibration’: Trump Cabinet worries no one is safe after Bondi and Noem firings

‘This is a recalibration’: Trump Cabinet worries no one is safe after Bondi and Noem firings

‘This is a recalibration’: Trump Cabinet worries no one is safe after Bondi and Noem firings
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Artemis II's moonbound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind

The Artemis II astronauts have captured Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they zoom ever closer to the moon

Artemis II's moonbound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump budget seeks $1.5T in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic programs

President Donald Trump has proposed boosting defense spending to $1.5 trillion in his 2027 budget released Friday, the largest such request in decades, reflecting his emphasis on U.S. military investments over domestic programs

Trump budget seeks $1.5T in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic programs
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

The Latest: US A-10 attack aircraft was hit by Iranian air defense forces, says Iran’s state media

One crew member has been recued after an American aircraft was shot down in Iran

The Latest: US A-10 attack aircraft was hit by Iranian air defense forces, says Iran’s state media
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing

Two U.S. military planes were shot down in separate incidents on Friday, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict

2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Ohtani, Tucker, Betts and Freeman all homer as the top of the Dodgers' order breaks out

Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman — the first four hitters in the Los Angeles lineup — all homered in a 13-6 win over the Washington Nationals

Ohtani, Tucker, Betts and Freeman all homer as the top of the Dodgers' order breaks out
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump’s DOJ tells Trump he can hold onto government docs when he leaves office, contrary to Watergate-era law

Trump’s DOJ tells Trump he can hold onto government docs when he leaves office, contrary to Watergate-era law

Trump’s DOJ tells Trump he can hold onto government docs when he leaves office, contrary to Watergate-era law
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Sports|World

Dallas Stars' arena investigating 4 fans for apparently celebrating with a Nazi salute

The home arena of the Dallas Stars has launched an investigation into a video that apparently shows four fans celebrating a goal with a Nazi salute

Dallas Stars' arena investigating 4 fans for apparently celebrating with a Nazi salute
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

12-year-old was arrested in death of a classmate who was hit in the head by a metal water bottle

Authorities have arrested a 12-year-old on suspicion of murder in the death of a Los Angeles middle school student

12-year-old was arrested in death of a classmate who was hit in the head by a metal water bottle
Americas|Arts|Crime|Opinion|Political|World

As freed prisoners celebrate in Cuba, human rights groups demand clarity and release of protesters

Families wrapped their arms around freed loved ones outside Cuban prisons on Friday

As freed prisoners celebrate in Cuba, human rights groups demand clarity and release of protesters
Europe|Health|Lifestyle|World

Pope Leo XIV carries cross for full Good Friday procession, the first pontiff to do so in decades

Pope Leo XIV carried a wooden cross for all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff

Pope Leo XIV carries cross for full Good Friday procession, the first pontiff to do so in decades
Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

‘I’m not dying here’: Father of 3 describes rescue from flash flooding

‘I’m not dying here’: Father of 3 describes rescue from flash flooding

‘I’m not dying here’: Father of 3 describes rescue from flash flooding
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

“I Was a Coward”: Former Idaho pastor sentenced to 17 Years on child pornography charges

“I Was a Coward”: Former Idaho pastor sentenced to 17 Years on child pornography charges

“I Was a Coward”: Former Idaho pastor sentenced to 17 Years on child pornography charges
Americas|Crime|Political|World

UN report details sexual abuse investigations involving foreign forces in Haiti

UN report details sexual abuse investigations involving foreign forces in Haiti

UN report details sexual abuse investigations involving foreign forces in Haiti
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump wants $152 million to rebuild and reopen Alcatraz as a secure prison

Trump wants $152 million to rebuild and reopen Alcatraz as a secure prison

Trump wants $152 million to rebuild and reopen Alcatraz as a secure prison
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Police: South Carolina woman beaten in hotel room before writing 'Call 911' on window in soap

Police: South Carolina woman beaten in hotel room before writing 'Call 911' on window in soap

Police: South Carolina woman beaten in hotel room before writing 'Call 911' on window in soap
Political|Science|Technology|World

Exclusive: US intelligence assesses Iran maintains significant missile launching capability, sources say

Exclusive: US intelligence assesses Iran maintains significant missile launching capability, sources say

Exclusive: US intelligence assesses Iran maintains significant missile launching capability, sources say
Crime|MidEast|US|World

Milwaukee Islamic Society president detained by ICE

Milwaukee Islamic Society president detained by ICE

Milwaukee Islamic Society president detained by ICE
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Last known living squadron member shares WWII story

Last known living squadron member shares WWII story

Last known living squadron member shares WWII story
Education|World

Descendants of Choctaw code talkers gather in Fort Worth for historical marker unveiling

Nuchi Nashoba has worked for decades to honor the legacy of the Choctaw code talkers, a group of 19 Native American soldiers, including her great-grandfather, who used their language to transmit encrypted messages during World War I

Descendants of Choctaw code talkers gather in Fort Worth for historical marker unveiling
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Opinion|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Why one Las Vegas newspaper just stopped printing its rival

The Las Vegas Review-Journal will no longer print its rival the Las Vegas Sun for the first time in decades, sharpening a longtime legal dispute between the southern Nevada newspapers

Why one Las Vegas newspaper just stopped printing its rival
World

US fighter jet shot down over Iran, 1 of 2 crew members rescued, US sources say

US fighter jet shot down over Iran, 1 of 2 crew members rescued, US sources say

US fighter jet shot down over Iran, 1 of 2 crew members rescued, US sources say
Crime|US|World

'Pam did a tremendous job': Trump announces Bondi ouster in Truth Social post

President Donald Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, a source familiar with the matter told CNN. She will be replaced for now by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who will serve as acting attorney general, Trump said.

'Pam did a tremendous job': Trump announces Bondi ouster in Truth Social post
Europe|Sports|World

Gennaro Gattuso is out as Italy's coach after team failed to qualify for World Cup

Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso has left his role by mutual consent after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup

Gennaro Gattuso is out as Italy's coach after team failed to qualify for World Cup
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump’s Iran war leaves Republicans adrift ahead of midterms

Donald Trump won the presidency by promising to lower costs and end wars

Trump’s Iran war leaves Republicans adrift ahead of midterms
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 8 as Kyiv holds door open for Easter truce

Russian strikes on Ukraine have killed at least eight people across the country

Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 8 as Kyiv holds door open for Easter truce
Environment|Science|Technology|World

NASA releases stunning first images of Earth taken by the Artemis II astronauts

NASA releases stunning first images of Earth taken by the Artemis II astronauts

NASA releases stunning first images of Earth taken by the Artemis II astronauts
Crime|Entertainment|US|World

Puppy seen peering out of abandoned house's chimney rescued by Detroit Fire

Puppy seen peering out of abandoned house's chimney rescued by Detroit Fire

Puppy seen peering out of abandoned house's chimney rescued by Detroit Fire
Economy|World

White House seeks massive increase in defense spending and looks to slash housing, social services and health care

White House seeks massive increase in defense spending and looks to slash housing, social services and health care

White House seeks massive increase in defense spending and looks to slash housing, social services and health care
Business|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Exclusive: Orbán challenger Magyar says election is a 'referendum' on Hungary's place in the world

Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar says an upcoming election against pro-Russian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is a “referendum” on Hungary’s future

Exclusive: Orbán challenger Magyar says election is a 'referendum' on Hungary's place in the world
Business|Education|Health|Sports|World

Far from the Final Four, a protest in track spells out NCAA's drug-fighting issues across all sports

NCAA anti-doping policies are under criticism after a protest at the Division III 5,000-meter championship race

Far from the Final Four, a protest in track spells out NCAA's drug-fighting issues across all sports
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China says peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing

Peace talks between Afghanistan’s Taliban government and Pakistan are advancing, China’s government said, two days after those countries resumed conversations after weeks of fighting that have killed hundreds

China says peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing
Political|US|World

State Dept. announces ‘reforms’ to foreign service test and inclusion of ‘America First’ curriculum for orientation

State Dept. announces ‘reforms’ to foreign service test and inclusion of ‘America First’ curriculum for orientation

State Dept. announces ‘reforms’ to foreign service test and inclusion of ‘America First’ curriculum for orientation
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US hiring likely improved last month, but Iran war and oil prices could take a toll later in 2026

The U.S. job market likely rebounded last month from a dismal February

US hiring likely improved last month, but Iran war and oil prices could take a toll later in 2026
Election|Political|World

Myanmar’s parliament elects ruling general as president, keeping the army in charge

Myanmar’s parliament has elected Min Aung Hlaing as the country’s new president

Myanmar’s parliament elects ruling general as president, keeping the army in charge
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street closed for Good Friday, but US futures inch lower following strong March jobs report

U.S. futures were trading modestly lower following surprisingly strong jobs data from the federal government

Wall Street closed for Good Friday, but US futures inch lower following strong March jobs report
Asia|Sports|World

Olympic gold medalist boxer at center of gender controversy advances to Asian semifinals

Olympic gold medalist Lin Yu-ting has won her quarterfinal bout at the Asian boxing championships in her first event since World Boxing said she passed a gene test to confirm her gender

Olympic gold medalist boxer at center of gender controversy advances to Asian semifinals
Crime|Election|Finance|US|World

A look at how the Epstein files dogged Pam Bondi's time as attorney general

After Pam Bondi became U.S. attorney general last year, conservative influencers, online sleuths and others who wanted the government to disclose all it knew about Jeffrey Epstein thought they might have a champion in the Department of Justice

A look at how the Epstein files dogged Pam Bondi's time as attorney general