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Ukraine to seek clarity from US on Russian ceasefire proposal

Ukraine will seek clarification from U.S.

Ukraine to seek clarity from US on Russian ceasefire proposal
Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Political|World

US visa fallout takes center stage in Antigua's election

Voters head to the polls on Thursday in Antigua and Barbuda in a snap general election dominated by concerns over U.S. visa restrictions, with

US visa fallout takes center stage in Antigua's election
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Russia says OPEC+ will continue after UAE exit, no price war expected

Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Thursday that the OPEC+ group of leading oil producers would continue

Russia says OPEC+ will continue after UAE exit, no price war expected
Election|Europe|Political|World

Kosovo acting president calls snap election for June 7

Kosovo's acting President Albulena Haxhiu called a snap election for June 7 on Thursday, after the parliament failed to elect a new president.

Kosovo acting president calls snap election for June 7
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Vessel carrying grain Ukraine says stolen by Russia will not unload in Israel, Kyiv says

A vessel carrying grain that Ukraine says was stolen from areas occupied by Russia will not unload in Israel, Ukraine said on Thursday, after Kyiv requested Israel to

Vessel carrying grain Ukraine says stolen by Russia will not unload in Israel, Kyiv says
Election|Political|Technology|US

US cyber team hasn’t been activated yet to protect midterm elections from foreign meddling

US cyber team hasn’t been activated yet to protect midterm elections from foreign meddling

US cyber team hasn’t been activated yet to protect midterm elections from foreign meddling
Economy|Education|Environment|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology

Supreme Court ruling: The latest in history of diminishing minority voting rights

The Supreme Court’s ruling that a Black-majority voting district in Louisiana is unconstitutional adds to a long and dismal history of government attempts to limit the power of minority voters.

Supreme Court ruling: The latest in history of diminishing minority voting rights
Business|Entertainment|Finance|Political|World

NYC Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond. Here's why the jewel is controversial.

NYC Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond. Here's why the jewel is controversial.

NYC Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond. Here's why the jewel is controversial.
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US military commanders to brief Trump on military options against Iran, US official says

Top U.S. military leaders including Admiral Brad Cooper, the head of Central Command, will brief President Donald Trump later on Thursday on potential military action

US military commanders to brief Trump on military options against Iran, US official says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US economy showed solid growth in the first quarter as Iran war began

US economy showed solid growth in the first quarter as Iran war began

US economy showed solid growth in the first quarter as Iran war began
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says he's seeking details of Putin’s May 9 ceasefire proposal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he's seeking more details about a short-term ceasefire that Russia proposed to U.S. President Donald Trump

Zelenskyy says he's seeking details of Putin’s May 9 ceasefire proposal
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Weekly US jobless claims fall to 189,000, lowest in more than 5 decades

The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits tumbled to their lowest level more than 50 years last week despite a number of economic headwinds including the war in Iran

Weekly US jobless claims fall to 189,000, lowest in more than 5 decades
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

L3Harris lifts 2026 profit forecast on strong weapons demand

Defense supplier L3Harris Technologies lifted its 2026 profit forecast after beating first-quarter revenue estimates on Thursday, as it banks on strong demand from the Pentagon

L3Harris lifts 2026 profit forecast on strong weapons demand
Africa|Political|World

South African municipal elections set for November 4, president says

South Africa will hold its next municipal elections on November 4, President Cyril Ramaphosa said in a post on X.

South African municipal elections set for November 4, president says
Crime|Europe|Political

Reputed head of crime family to run again for seat in Irish parliament

Gerard Hutch, named in a 2023 court case as the head of a well-known crime family in Ireland, will seek election to the Irish parliament in a by-election next month after

Reputed head of crime family to run again for seat in Irish parliament
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

FACTBOX-Bank of England forecast scenarios for April 2026

Due to uncertainty caused by the Iran war, the Bank of England moved away from a single economic forecast in its April 2026 Monetary Policy Report and instead produced

FACTBOX-Bank of England forecast scenarios for April 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US

Prosecution of ex-FBI chief Comey over seashell post is flawed, experts say

The latest criminal charges against James Comey are fundamentally flawed and will be dismissed on free speech grounds, according to legal experts, who said the former

Prosecution of ex-FBI chief Comey over seashell post is flawed, experts say
Africa|Political|World

Kremlin says Russian forces will stay in Mali as insurgents press attacks

The Kremlin said on Thursday that Russian forces would stay in Mali to help the military-led government battle insurgents as West Africa's al Qaeda affiliate

Kremlin says Russian forces will stay in Mali as insurgents press attacks
Asia|Political|World

China holds naval, air patrols near Scarborough Shoal as Philippines, US stage drills

China's military said on

China holds naval, air patrols near Scarborough Shoal as Philippines, US stage drills
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Wife of Spain's PM Sanchez files assault complaint against far-right influencer

The wife of Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has filed a legal complaint against a far-right political campaigner and social media influencer for alleged assault on

Wife of Spain's PM Sanchez files assault complaint against far-right influencer
Business|Economy|Political

Trump to sign order aimed at expanding access to retirement plans

U.S.

Trump to sign order aimed at expanding access to retirement plans
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Supreme Court bolsters donors’ free speech rights in unanimous crisis pregnancy center ruling

First Choice, the crisis pregnancy center chain that brought the case, argued that merely issuing a subpoena can deter donors from making a gift.

Supreme Court bolsters donors’ free speech rights in unanimous crisis pregnancy center ruling
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces a second day of grilling from Democrats on Capitol Hill, with senators getting their first opportunity to confront or praise the Pentagon chief over his handling of the Iran war

The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia's Medvedev questions US suitability to play role of conflict mediator

The United States is unlikely to serve as an effective mediator in international conflicts, given its actions on the global stage, senior Russian security official Dmitry Medvedev

Russia's Medvedev questions US suitability to play role of conflict mediator
Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Colombia's central bank surprises with interest rate hold after spat over rises

Colombia's central bank on Thursday surprised the market by unanimously holding its benchmark interest rate at 11.25%, as

Colombia's central bank surprises with interest rate hold after spat over rises
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court under Roberts takes 'wrecking ball' to Voting Rights Act

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 has often been called the crown jewel of the U.S. civil rights movement. But under a U.S.

US Supreme Court under Roberts takes 'wrecking ball' to Voting Rights Act
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Canada says it will host new multilateral defence bank, could take time to set up

Canada is set to host a proposed multilateral defence bank designed to help fund the rearmament of nations facing heightened geopolitical risks, Prime

Canada says it will host new multilateral defence bank, could take time to set up
Business|Political|Technology|World

Pakistan navy to add advanced Chinese submarines

Pakistan's Navy will be getting a fleet of advanced Chinese submarines, a statement from the military and a government official said on Thursday, a move

Pakistan navy to add advanced Chinese submarines
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Ukraine's army chief shakes up troop rotations after outcry

Ukraine's top general ordered on Thursday a mandatory two-month time limit for front-line troops serving in forward positions, a week after photos of

Ukraine's army chief shakes up troop rotations after outcry
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Vessel carrying grain Ukraine says was stolen will not unload in Israel, Kyiv says

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said that a vessel carrying grain that Kyiv says was stolen from its territories occupied by Russia would not unload its cargo in Israel,

Vessel carrying grain Ukraine says was stolen will not unload in Israel, Kyiv says
Economy|Political|World

Iran's North American diaspora split over next steps after Trump's ceasefire

With fighting between the United States, Israel and Iran at a fragile standstill, Iran's large North American diaspora is divided over what should come next. 

Iran's North American diaspora split over next steps after Trump's ceasefire
Europe|Political|World

Lithuania should join US coalition in Strait of Hormuz, president says

Lithuania's President Gitanas Nauseda said he was supportive of his country joining the U.S. freedom of navigation mission in the Strait of Hormuz, adding that he would

Lithuania should join US coalition in Strait of Hormuz, president says
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli military tells residents of eight Lebanese towns outside 'buffer zone' to leave ahead of strikes

The Israeli military warned residents of eight Lebanese towns outside of the "buffer zone" to leave their homes immediately on Thursday ahead of strikes.

Israeli military tells residents of eight Lebanese towns outside 'buffer zone' to leave ahead of strikes
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says new management of Strait of Hormuz 'will bring calm'

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in a published written message on Thursday that a new chapter for the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz has been taking shape since the

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says new management of Strait of Hormuz 'will bring calm'
Africa|Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Tunisia opposition leader Ghannouchi hospitalised after health deteriorates, party says

Imprisoned Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi has suffered a sharp deterioration in his health and has been urgently transferred from prison to hospital, his Ennahda

Tunisia opposition leader Ghannouchi hospitalised after health deteriorates, party says
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Japan's PM vows all diplomatic efforts to ensure passage of vessels through Hormuz

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Thursday that she will continue all diplomatic efforts to ensure the passage of all vessels though the Strait of Hormuz.

Japan's PM vows all diplomatic efforts to ensure passage of vessels through Hormuz
Business|Economy|Political|World

Oil briefly touches $126, its highest price in four years

Oil briefly touches $126, its highest price in four years

Oil briefly touches $126, its highest price in four years
Economy|Education|Political|US|World

John Roberts’ effort to gut the Voting Rights Act is complete

John Roberts’ effort to gut the Voting Rights Act is complete

John Roberts’ effort to gut the Voting Rights Act is complete
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Inside the GOP’s barely functioning Congress

Inside the GOP’s barely functioning Congress

Inside the GOP’s barely functioning Congress
Political

‘It’s a mess’: With no Trump endorsement in Texas Senate race, Cornyn and Paxton are locked in an expensive brawl

‘It’s a mess’: With no Trump endorsement in Texas Senate race, Cornyn and Paxton are locked in an expensive brawl

‘It’s a mess’: With no Trump endorsement in Texas Senate race, Cornyn and Paxton are locked in an expensive brawl
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting yields debates over security, new ballroom — but not guns

White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting yields debates over security, new ballroom — but not guns

White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting yields debates over security, new ballroom — but not guns
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

A New Jersey Republican hasn’t voted in weeks, sparking questions over lengthy absence on Capitol Hill

A New Jersey Republican hasn’t voted in weeks, sparking questions over lengthy absence on Capitol Hill

A New Jersey Republican hasn’t voted in weeks, sparking questions over lengthy absence on Capitol Hill
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says the US is reviewing a potential reduction of its troops in Germany

President Donald Trump, who has criticized Germany and other NATO allies for not sending their navies to help open the Strait of

Trump says the US is reviewing a potential reduction of its troops in Germany
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Leader of Cambodia's defunct opposition loses appeal against treason conviction, lawyer says

A Cambodian appeals court on Thursday upheld a 27-year sentence for former opposition leader Kem Sokha for his treason conviction, his lawyer said, another blow to an

Leader of Cambodia's defunct opposition loses appeal against treason conviction, lawyer says
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Louisiana governor plans to suspend May primary to redraw US House map, Washington Post reports

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry told Republican House candidates on Wednesday that he planned to suspend next month’s primary elections to allow state lawmakers to pass a new

Louisiana governor plans to suspend May primary to redraw US House map, Washington Post reports
Australia|Crime|Political|World

Initial Australian inquiry into Bondi Beach shooting calls for counter-terrorism reforms

An interim report into last year's Bondi Beach mass shooting on Thursday advised increased security around Jewish public events and further gun reforms among

Initial Australian inquiry into Bondi Beach shooting calls for counter-terrorism reforms
Africa|Political|World

South Sudan president fires foreign, trade ministers in latest government changes

South Sudan's President Salva Kiir fired his foreign and trade ministers and senior security officials, a decree on Wednesday said, the latest in a series of government

South Sudan president fires foreign, trade ministers in latest government changes
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Myanmar commutes ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi's sentence again, lawyer says

Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been given a further one-sixth reduction in her sentence as part of an amnesty, a member of her legal team said on Thursday,

Myanmar commutes ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi's sentence again, lawyer says
Europe|Political|World

King's visit to US shows UK playing long game in fixing strained ties

King Charles' courting of President Donald Trump on his state visit will not repair the recent fraying of U.S.-British relations but

King's visit to US shows UK playing long game in fixing strained ties
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Travel|World

The death of a Lebanese village

In a parking lot strewn with rubbish near Beirut's Mediterranean coast, Hassan Yahya has taped a cardboard sign to a traffic signal pole beside the

The death of a Lebanese village
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US House approves outline for $70 billion more for immigration enforcement

The U.S.

US House approves outline for $70 billion more for immigration enforcement
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Italy ekes out modest growth in Q1 as risks loom ahead

The Italian economy grew slightly more than expected in the first quarter from the previous three months, preliminary data showed on Thursday, with turmoil in the Middle

Italy ekes out modest growth in Q1 as risks loom ahead
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

German economy grows in Q1 but unemployment climbs above 3 million

Germany's economy grew by more than expected in the first quarter of 2026 despite the shock to energy prices from the war in Iran, but unemployment rose

German economy grows in Q1 but unemployment climbs above 3 million
Arts|Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Tariffs on digital displays could help avoid US military dependence on China, policy group says

Tariffs on digital displays used in TVs and smartphones could help prevent the U.S. military from becoming dependent on China for the critical

Tariffs on digital displays could help avoid US military dependence on China, policy group says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

The Black Caucus is the 'conscience of Congress.' Supreme Court ruling has it bracing for a big hit

Black members of Congress are bracing for a crippling shake-up of their ranks after a Supreme Court ruling gutted a key section of the Voting Rights Act that had protected minority communities in political redistricting and helped boost their representation

The Black Caucus is the 'conscience of Congress.' Supreme Court ruling has it bracing for a big hit
Crime|Political|US|World

10 current and former Mexican officials accused in US indictment of aiding drug trafficking

The U.S. government has charged the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state and nine other current and former Mexican officials with drug trafficking and weapons offenses in a federal indictment

10 current and former Mexican officials accused in US indictment of aiding drug trafficking
Business|Economy|Political|World

Repairing damaged US military bases will add billions to Iran war cost, sources say

Repairing damaged US military bases will add billions to Iran war cost, sources say

Repairing damaged US military bases will add billions to Iran war cost, sources say
Crime|Political|US|World

Orleans Parish sheriff and CFO indicted after last year’s jail escape of 10 Louisiana inmates

Orleans Parish sheriff and CFO indicted after last year’s jail escape of 10 Louisiana inmates

Orleans Parish sheriff and CFO indicted after last year’s jail escape of 10 Louisiana inmates
Political|World

New York Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor Diamond

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said on Wednesday he encourages Britain's King Charles to return the Koh-i-Noor Diamond, with his comments coming during the

New York Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor Diamond
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Two Jewish men stabbed in London, police treat attack as terrorism

Two Jewish men were stabbed in north London on Wednesday by an attacker who ran down a street targeting Jews in what police said was a

Two Jewish men stabbed in London, police treat attack as terrorism
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

BOJ locks in June rate hike in a risky bet that nothing gets worse

The Bank of Japan effectively committed to a June rate hike this week as it talked up the risks of an inflation overshoot, a gambit that rests on a shaky

BOJ locks in June rate hike in a risky bet that nothing gets worse
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US seeks international help to reopen Strait of Hormuz as crude prices surge

The U.S. is pushing for other countries to form an international coalition to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz,

US seeks international help to reopen Strait of Hormuz as crude prices surge
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump says he is weighing reducing American troop presence in Germany after Iran feud

President Donald Trump is leveling a new threat against NATO ally Germany by suggesting he could soon reduce the U.S. military presence there

Trump says he is weighing reducing American troop presence in Germany after Iran feud
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump administration sues New Jersey over law enforcement mask ban

The U.S.

Trump administration sues New Jersey over law enforcement mask ban
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

White House official to visit Venezuela to meet energy, mining executives

U.S.

White House official to visit Venezuela to meet energy, mining executives
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Senators propose legislation to tighten US ban on Chinese vehicles

Two U.S. senators on Wednesday introduced legislation to toughen a U.S. government ban on Chinese automakers from entering the American market, weeks before President

Senators propose legislation to tighten US ban on Chinese vehicles
Political|US|World

US court ruling clears Republican path to redraw House districts

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision weakening a landmark voting rights law opens the door for Republican lawmakers to dismantle Democratic-held U.S.

US court ruling clears Republican path to redraw House districts
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Brazil's Lula suffers heavy defeat as Senate rejects Supreme Court nominee

Brazil's Senate on Wednesday rejected the nomination of Solicitor General Jorge Messias for an open seat on the Supreme Court, making President Luiz

Brazil's Lula suffers heavy defeat as Senate rejects Supreme Court nominee
Europe|Political|Travel|World

King Charles III and Queen Camilla honor 9/11 victims on visit to New York

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have begun their trip to New York City with a visit to the National 9/11 Memorial, honoring victims of the 2001 attacks

King Charles III and Queen Camilla honor 9/11 victims on visit to New York
Crime|Political|US

New Orleans sheriff indicted after investigation into brazen jailbreak and escape of 10 inmates

A grand jury indicted Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson on 30 felony counts Wednesday following a state probe into one of the largest jailbreaks in the nation’s history that occurred under her watch last year

New Orleans sheriff indicted after investigation into brazen jailbreak and escape of 10 inmates
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Romanian man sentenced to 4 years in prison for swatting spree targeting dozens of US officials

A Romanian man has been sentenced to four years in prison for organizing a wave of swatting calls and bomb threats against dozens of U.S. government targets, including members of Congress, cabinet-level officials, federal judges and the heads of federal law-enforcement agencies

Romanian man sentenced to 4 years in prison for swatting spree targeting dozens of US officials
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Supreme Court ruling on race-based redistricting prompts quick action in some states

Several states already are taking steps to respond to a U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana

Supreme Court ruling on race-based redistricting prompts quick action in some states
Crime|Political|US|World

US charges governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state and 9 others with drug trafficking and weapons charges

US charges governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state and 9 others with drug trafficking and weapons charges

US charges governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state and 9 others with drug trafficking and weapons charges
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Royals leave handwritten message of ‘enduring solidarity’ at New York’s 9/11 memorial

Royals leave handwritten message of ‘enduring solidarity’ at New York’s 9/11 memorial

Royals leave handwritten message of ‘enduring solidarity’ at New York’s 9/11 memorial
Election|Political|World

Brazil's Senate blocks Lula's Supreme Court nominee, first rejection in 132 years

Brazil’s Senate dealt a political blow to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Wednesday by rejecting his appointee to the Supreme Court, the first in more than 130 years

Brazil's Senate blocks Lula's Supreme Court nominee, first rejection in 132 years
Arts|Business|Political|World

Cultural groups urge federal judge to block Kennedy Center renovations

Cultural and historic preservation groups are urging a federal judge to block President Donald Trump from renovating the Kennedy Center

Cultural groups urge federal judge to block Kennedy Center renovations
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Travel|US|World

US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home

US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home

US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home
Crime|Political|US|World

US House votes to reauthorize domestic surveillance but Senate may balk

The U.S. government's effort to renew its warrantless domestic surveillance powers cleared the House of Representatives

US House votes to reauthorize domestic surveillance but Senate may balk
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

The Latest: Trump rejects Iran’s latest proposal as Democrats confront Hegseth over war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced nearly six hours of questioning Wednesday from House lawmakers for the first time since President Donald Trump’s administration launched the war against Iran

The Latest: Trump rejects Iran’s latest proposal as Democrats confront Hegseth over war
Political|US|World

Trump says he discussed a Ukraine ceasefire with Putin

U.S.

Trump says he discussed a Ukraine ceasefire with Putin
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UN says Iran has executed 21, arrested over 4,000 since war started

Iran has executed at least 21 people since the start of the war with the United States and Israel two months ago and has arrested more than 4,000 on national security-related

UN says Iran has executed 21, arrested over 4,000 since war started
Education|Political|World

Trump administration probes Stanford University over diversity practices

The U.S.

Trump administration probes Stanford University over diversity practices
Economy|Election|Political|US|World

Florida Republicans approve congressional map aimed at flipping four Democratic seats

Florida Republicans on Wednesday approved a new congressional map aimed at flipping four Democratic-held U.S.

Florida Republicans approve congressional map aimed at flipping four Democratic seats
Political|US|World

Supreme Court ruling will reshape American politics. The only question is when

The U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority has handed Republicans their biggest victory yet in the battle to control the House of Representatives and statehouses across the country

Supreme Court ruling will reshape American politics. The only question is when
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-FBI chief Comey released after indictment over alleged threat against Trump

Former FBI Director James Comey appeared in federal court in Virginia on Wednesday, a day after being indicted over a

Ex-FBI chief Comey released after indictment over alleged threat against Trump
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US says first refunds from Trump tariffs expected around May 11

The Trump administration is expected to issue the first tariff refunds by around May 11, according to an order filed on Tuesday in the U.S.

US says first refunds from Trump tariffs expected around May 11
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Trump’s DEI purge reaches farm country? Women picked for soybean board all replaced by men

The Trump administration rejected all four women farmers chosen by their peers to represent them in an industry group called the United Soybean Board

Trump’s DEI purge reaches farm country? Women picked for soybean board all replaced by men
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

King Charles commemorates 9/11 victims in New York visit

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla commemorated victims of the September 11, 2001, al Qaeda attack on New York City on Wednesday, laying a floral

King Charles commemorates 9/11 victims in New York visit
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Hegseth faces withering questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war began

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced withering questioning in his first appearance before Congress since the Trump administration went to war against Iran

Hegseth faces withering questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war began
Political

A redistricting battle among states has reshaped the US House map ahead of the midterm election

A redistricting battle among states has reshaped voting districts for the U.S. House ahead of the November midterm elections

A redistricting battle among states has reshaped the US House map ahead of the midterm election
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department moves to roll back gun regulations as Senate confirms new ATF chief

Justice Department officials are moving to roll back and modify a slate of gun regulations in a dramatic shift in firearm policy pushed by Second Amendment supporters in President Donald Trump’s base

Justice Department moves to roll back gun regulations as Senate confirms new ATF chief
Arts|Crime|Political|US

Prosecutors detail timeline and suspect’s extensive arsenal in White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

Prosecutors detail timeline and suspect’s extensive arsenal in White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

Prosecutors detail timeline and suspect’s extensive arsenal in White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department seeks to roll back gun control measures days after Trump assassination attempt

Justice Department seeks to roll back gun control measures days after Trump assassination attempt

Justice Department seeks to roll back gun control measures days after Trump assassination attempt
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Latest: Supreme Court weakens a key tool of the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court has weakened a key tool of the Voting Rights Act that has helped combat racial discrimination in voting for over 50 years

The Latest: Supreme Court weakens a key tool of the Voting Rights Act
Entertainment|Food|Political|Travel|World

Who was invited to dinner with King Charles: Justices, business leaders and Palm Beach friends

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted a white-tie dinner at the White House with King Charles III and Queen Camilla

Who was invited to dinner with King Charles: Justices, business leaders and Palm Beach friends
Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Environmental Protection Agency boss backs big budget cuts but Congress will get the final say

The head of the Environmental Protection Agency is back on Capitol Hill defending the administration's plan to cut in half the EPA's budget

Environmental Protection Agency boss backs big budget cuts but Congress will get the final say
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|Sports|Stock Markets|US|World

Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms

Republicans have scored another victory in the nationwide redistricting battle

Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms
Election|Political|US|World

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts

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

What is the ‘perimeter’ for presidential security?

What is the ‘perimeter’ for presidential security?

What is the ‘perimeter’ for presidential security?
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US|Videos

James Comey responds to new indictment over alleged ‘threat’ against Trump

Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday over a photo of seashells that officials said threatened President Donald Trump, marking the administration’s second attempt to prosecute one of his largest political opponents, three sources first told CNN. Comey responded to the indictment in a video posted to his Substack account.

James Comey responds to new indictment over alleged ‘threat’ against Trump
Political|World

Israeli maps outline expanded zone of military control in Gaza

New maps of Gaza quietly issued by Israel a little more than a month ago have put thousands of displaced

Israeli maps outline expanded zone of military control in Gaza
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Pentagon's Hegseth defends Iran war, says it is not a quagmire

U.S.

Pentagon's Hegseth defends Iran war, says it is not a quagmire
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

UAE oil break exposes deepening Saudi rift as Gulf power shifts

The United Arab Emirates' decision to quit OPEC and OPEC+ has brought years of tensions with Saudi Arabia out into the open, marking a strategic break with

UAE oil break exposes deepening Saudi rift as Gulf power shifts
Crime|Political|World

US to drop felony charge against ex-congressional candidate, three others over Chicago immigration protest

Federal prosecutors in Chicago on Wednesday said they will drop the main conspiracy count against four people, including a former Democratic congressional

US to drop felony charge against ex-congressional candidate, three others over Chicago immigration protest
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Traders see the Fed on hold for now, and a rate hike next year

The Federal Reserve will not cut interest rates this year, and traders of short-term U.S. interest-rate futures are now betting the U.S. central bank will raise in the first half

Traders see the Fed on hold for now, and a rate hike next year
Political|World

Supreme Court leans toward Trump's move targeting Haitian and Syrian immigrants

The U.S.

Supreme Court leans toward Trump's move targeting Haitian and Syrian immigrants
Political|US|World

Supreme Court mulls Trump administration push to end protections for migrants from Haiti and Syria

The Supreme Court has heard arguments in a case about the Trump administration’s push to end legal protections for migrants fleeing war and natural disaster

Supreme Court mulls Trump administration push to end protections for migrants from Haiti and Syria
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Fed chief nominee Warsh clears key hurdle toward Senate confirmation vote

Kevin Warsh, U.S.

Fed chief nominee Warsh clears key hurdle toward Senate confirmation vote
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's Magyar says he had 'successful' talks on funds with EU's von der Leyen

Hungary's election winner Peter Magyar said he had "extremely constructive and successful" talks on Wednesday with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on

Hungary's Magyar says he had 'successful' talks on funds with EU's von der Leyen
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UN candidate Grynspan says world body must do 'less with less'

The United Nations is facing a critical moment with its financial sustainability under threat and it should do "less with less", Costa Rica's Rebeca Grynspan

UN candidate Grynspan says world body must do 'less with less'
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Mysterious 'El Money' paid men to carry out arson attacks on property linked to Starmer, London court told

Three men with links to Ukraine carried out a series of arson attacks on property connected to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on behalf of a mystery

Mysterious 'El Money' paid men to carry out arson attacks on property linked to Starmer, London court told
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine asks Israel to seize vessel it says is carrying grain stolen by Russia

Ukraine has asked Israel to seize a vessel carrying grain it says was stolen from areas occupied by Russia, its top prosecutor said on Wednesday, amid a

Ukraine asks Israel to seize vessel it says is carrying grain stolen by Russia
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Foiled attack intensifies concerns about White House press gala

Saturday's foiled attack at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner has deepened questions about whether the event should continue in its

Foiled attack intensifies concerns about White House press gala
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

More than 1 million in Lebanon expected to face acute food insecurity, hunger monitor says

More than 1 million people in Lebanon are expected to face a food insecurity crisis in the months ahead as a result of renewed conflict

More than 1 million in Lebanon expected to face acute food insecurity, hunger monitor says
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump urges Iran to sign a deal and discusses prolonged blockade

Donald Trump discussed how to mitigate the impact of a possible months-long U.S. blockade of Iran's ports with U.S. oil companies, a White

Trump urges Iran to sign a deal and discusses prolonged blockade
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Trump sees blockade extension as best option for forcing Iran back to the negotiating table

Trump sees blockade extension as best option for forcing Iran back to the negotiating table

Trump sees blockade extension as best option for forcing Iran back to the negotiating table
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House takes step toward funding Homeland Security as White House warns money will 'soon run out'

The House has taken a crucial step toward funding the Department of Homeland Security

House takes step toward funding Homeland Security as White House warns money will 'soon run out'
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

China calls US hypocritical for expressing concern over Panama's sovereignty

The U.S. State Department accused China of violating Panama’s sovereignty over a port dispute in the Central American nation, triggering another fierce back-and-forth on Wednesday as the Chinese government called the Trump administration hypocritical

China calls US hypocritical for expressing concern over Panama's sovereignty
Europe|Political|World

Russia to hold a Victory Day parade without military equipment for the 1st time in nearly 2 decades

The Russian Defense Ministry says the traditional Victory Day parade will take place without military equipment

Russia to hold a Victory Day parade without military equipment for the 1st time in nearly 2 decades
Crime|Education|Health|Political

Louisiana DCFS concerns: Report reveals new fatality data, foster care children held in hospitals

Louisiana DCFS concerns: Report reveals new fatality data, foster care children held in hospitals

Louisiana DCFS concerns: Report reveals new fatality data, foster care children held in hospitals
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Billionaire Tom Steyer wants to take on the rich in run for California governor

Billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer is selling himself as a class traitor in his bid for California governor

Billionaire Tom Steyer wants to take on the rich in run for California governor
Crime|Political|US

Former FBI Director James Comey surrenders and appears in court over alleged threat against Trump

Former FBI Director James Comey surrenders and appears in court over alleged threat against Trump

Former FBI Director James Comey surrenders and appears in court over alleged threat against Trump
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Takeaways: Supreme Court signals it will side with Trump on Haitian and Syrian migrants

Takeaways: Supreme Court signals it will side with Trump on Haitian and Syrian migrants

Takeaways: Supreme Court signals it will side with Trump on Haitian and Syrian migrants
Health|Political|World

Supreme Court sides with anti-abortion center raising First Amendment fears about state probe

The Supreme Court is siding with a faith-based pregnancy center that raised First Amendment concerns about an investigation into whether it misled people to discourage abortions

Supreme Court sides with anti-abortion center raising First Amendment fears about state probe
Crime|Political|US|World

Bondi will testify in House Oversight Committee’s Jeffrey Epstein probe

Bondi will testify in House Oversight Committee’s Jeffrey Epstein probe

Bondi will testify in House Oversight Committee’s Jeffrey Epstein probe
Crime|Political|World

Men accused of being approached by Russian contact to attack Starmer-linked assets in London

A British court has heard that two men from Ukraine and a Romanian man were allegedly offered payment by a Russian-speaking contact to set fires last year to property linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer

Men accused of being approached by Russian contact to attack Starmer-linked assets in London
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US

Federal appeals court won’t rehear Trump’s appeal of E. Jean Carroll’s $83 million jury award

Federal appeals court won’t rehear Trump’s appeal of E. Jean Carroll’s $83 million jury award

Federal appeals court won’t rehear Trump’s appeal of E. Jean Carroll’s $83 million jury award
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Correspondents dinner shooter case raises concerns about train security

Union representatives and safety consultants say the case of the man charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a media dinner is the latest example of someone allegedly trying to use the country's passenger trains to smuggle guns for an attack

Correspondents dinner shooter case raises concerns about train security
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Kevin Warsh is one step closer to top job at the Fed after Trump's pick approved by Senate committee

The Senate Banking Committee voted on party lines to approve Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, to replace Jerome Powell, a longtime target of President Donald Trump’s insults for not cutting borrowing costs as far as the president wanted

Kevin Warsh is one step closer to top job at the Fed after Trump's pick approved by Senate committee
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Trump met with oil firms on possible months-long extension of Iran blockade

U.S.

Trump met with oil firms on possible months-long extension of Iran blockade
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Mexico to require federal projects to use local steel in response to US tariffs

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum on Wednesday announced a rule that all federal work projects use steel from Mexican companies, after attempts to reach a deal to

Mexico to require federal projects to use local steel in response to US tariffs
Health|Political|US

Supreme Court lets faith-based pregnancy centers fight subpoena on First Amendment grounds

Supreme Court lets faith-based pregnancy centers fight subpoena on First Amendment grounds

Supreme Court lets faith-based pregnancy centers fight subpoena on First Amendment grounds
Crime|Political|US|World

NH state lawmaker faces possible discipline over social media post referencing 'final solution'

NH state lawmaker faces possible discipline over social media post referencing 'final solution'

NH state lawmaker faces possible discipline over social media post referencing 'final solution'
Business|Political

A billboard in Des Moines is urging people to leave the MAGA movement

A billboard in Des Moines is urging people to leave the MAGA movement

A billboard in Des Moines is urging people to leave the MAGA movement
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Powell's tenure as Fed chief, bookended by Trump, draws to a close

On a chilly spring day in 2017, Jerome Powell made a six-hour round trip by car through heavy mountain fog from Washington to West Virginia

Powell's tenure as Fed chief, bookended by Trump, draws to a close
Education|Health|Political

Iowa lawmakers approve MAHA bill targeting SNAP limits, school nutrition rules

Iowa lawmakers approve MAHA bill targeting SNAP limits, school nutrition rules

Iowa lawmakers approve MAHA bill targeting SNAP limits, school nutrition rules
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia says it's scaling down WW2 victory parade due to Ukrainian threat

Russia will hold a slimmed-down version of its annual parade to celebrate victory in World War Two, without the usual display of weaponry, the Kremlin

Russia says it's scaling down WW2 victory parade due to Ukrainian threat
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Italy's Fincantieri and KAYO to work together on strengthening Albania's navy

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and Albania's KAYO have set up a joint venture to build and maintain vessels in Albania, which is seeking to modernise its military

Italy's Fincantieri and KAYO to work together on strengthening Albania's navy
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK watchdog says counterterrorism law could hit protests, free speech

Britain's terrorism watchdog on Wednesday said the government risked stretching counterterrorism laws beyond their original purpose by using such powers

UK watchdog says counterterrorism law could hit protests, free speech
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Russia to remain in OPEC+, hopes UAE exit does not spell end of group

Russia plans to stay in OPEC+ despite a decision by the United Arab Emirates to leave, the Kremlin said on Wednesday, expressing

Russia to remain in OPEC+, hopes UAE exit does not spell end of group
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Science

Dozens of cancer cases in N.J. could be linked to contaminants at former landfill

Dozens of cancer cases in N.J. could be linked to contaminants at former landfill

Dozens of cancer cases in N.J. could be linked to contaminants at former landfill
Arts|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Defying protocol, Trump relays details of private conversation with King Charles III

In the world of diplomatic faux pas it could have been a lot worse

Defying protocol, Trump relays details of private conversation with King Charles III
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Janet Mills has the resume for her Senate bid. Is that enough to win over Maine's Democratic voters?

Maine Gov. Janet Mills has decades of experience in public office and the backing of the party establishment as she seeks the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate

Janet Mills has the resume for her Senate bid. Is that enough to win over Maine's Democratic voters?
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Ukraine says it hits Russian oil pumping station 1,500 km away

Ukraine struck what it said was an oil pumping station 1,500 km (900 miles) into Russia near the Ural Mountains with drones overnight, and President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Kyiv

Ukraine says it hits Russian oil pumping station 1,500 km away
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US judge to weigh preservation groups' bid to stop Trump's Kennedy Center overhaul

A coalition of historic preservation and architecture groups will ask a judge on Wednesday to halt plans by President Donald Trump’s administration

US judge to weigh preservation groups' bid to stop Trump's Kennedy Center overhaul
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Germany's Merz says relations with Trump are good despite spat over Iran

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday his relationship with U.S.

Germany's Merz says relations with Trump are good despite spat over Iran
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Greece says it agreed with Qatar to deepen trade, energy and defence ties

Greece said on Wednesday it had agreed with Qatar to bolster cooperation in areas including trade, energy and defence, extending a deal first struck in 2024.

Greece says it agreed with Qatar to deepen trade, energy and defence ties
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Slovakia's Supreme Court upholds 21-year sentence for PM Fico's attacker

Slovakia's Supreme Court upheld on Wednesday a 21-year jail sentence for a man who shot at Prime Minister Robert Fico two years ago, rejecting his appeal against terrorism charges

Slovakia's Supreme Court upholds 21-year sentence for PM Fico's attacker
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UAE reviewing multilateral ties after OPEC exit but rules out more departures, official says

The United Arab Emirates is reassessing its role and contributions across multilateral organisations but is not considering any further withdrawals at this time, a UAE

UAE reviewing multilateral ties after OPEC exit but rules out more departures, official says
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Trump’s court setbacks fail to blunt his campaign against media

President Donald Trump has suffered a string of courtroom setbacks in his battles with the American media, but the rulings have done little to blunt a

Trump’s court setbacks fail to blunt his campaign against media
Economy|Environment|Political|Technology|World

Another Russian oil facility burns as Zelenskyy touts Ukraine’s drone reach

Ukraine is claiming responsibility for a drone attack on a distant Russian oil facility

Another Russian oil facility burns as Zelenskyy touts Ukraine’s drone reach
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump meets with oil executives as Iran stalemate drags on, Axios reports

U.S.

Trump meets with oil executives as Iran stalemate drags on, Axios reports
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump budget officials urge House Republicans to concede in DHS standoff

Trump budget officials urge House Republicans to concede in DHS standoff

Trump budget officials urge House Republicans to concede in DHS standoff
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Most Swiss back initiative to cap population at 10 million, poll shows

A slim majority of Swiss are backing an upcoming referendum proposal to limit Switzerland's population to 10 million, and support for it is growing, an opinion poll showed

Most Swiss back initiative to cap population at 10 million, poll shows
Economy|Political|Technology|World

China again touts benefits of union with Taiwan, Taipei rebuffs

Taiwan's economy would gain see unprecedented opportunities if it unites with China, Beijing said on Wednesday, stepping up a campaign to persuade Taipei to accept

China again touts benefits of union with Taiwan, Taipei rebuffs
Asia|Crime|Election|Political|World

Philippine vice president faces impeachment vote in Congress after panel find probable cause

The Philippine House justice committee on Wednesday found probable cause to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, moving a step closer to a process that

Philippine vice president faces impeachment vote in Congress after panel find probable cause
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KPMG to exit US federal audit business

Big Four firm KPMG is exiting its federal government audit business and will redeploy staff, a spokesperson said on Wednesday.

KPMG to exit US federal audit business
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korean appeals court increases jail term for former President Yoon in obstruction case

A South Korean appeals court on Wednesday increased the jail term for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges linked to his short-lived 2024

South Korean appeals court increases jail term for former President Yoon in obstruction case
Crime|Political|World

South Korean court sentences ex-President Yoon to 7 years for charges including resisting arrest

A South Korean appeals court on Wednesday sentenced ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol to seven years in prison for resisting arrest and bypassing a legitimate Cabinet meeting before his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024

South Korean court sentences ex-President Yoon to 7 years for charges including resisting arrest
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Virginia high court leaves Democratic-led redistricting vote blocked for now

Virginia's top court on Tuesday left in place a county judge's order temporarily blocking the state from certifying the results of last week's referendum, when voters

Virginia high court leaves Democratic-led redistricting vote blocked for now
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science

US seeks new nominees for key preventive health panel

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, overseen by Secretary Robert F.

US seeks new nominees for key preventive health panel
Americas|Political|US|World

US Senate blocks bid to prevent Trump from military action against Cuba

The Republican-led U.S.

US Senate blocks bid to prevent Trump from military action against Cuba
Crime|Political|US|World

US mandates what it calls 'enhanced' security checks for immigration applicants

President Donald Trump's administration has mandated what it calls "enhanced" security checks for immigration applicants, according to

US mandates what it calls 'enhanced' security checks for immigration applicants
Health|Political|Science|World

Kennedy's US advisory board puts focus on 'profound autism', improved medical care

A U.S. advisory committee appointed by Health Secretary Robert F.

Kennedy's US advisory board puts focus on 'profound autism', improved medical care
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US, allies back Panama's sovereignty in joint statement

The United States, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Guyana, Paraguay, and Trinidad and Tobago released a joint statement in support of Panama's sovereignty on Tuesday, saying recent actions

US, allies back Panama's sovereignty in joint statement
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Ukraine strikes Russia's Tuapse refinery, Putin says attacks intensifying on civilian targets

A Ukrainian drone attack caused a major fire at a Russian oil refinery in the city of Tuapse on Tuesday, officials said, in what President Vladimir Putin described as

Ukraine strikes Russia's Tuapse refinery, Putin says attacks intensifying on civilian targets
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says King Charles does not want Iran to have nuclear weapon

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday Britain's King Charles did not want Iran to have a nuclear weapon, introducing the fraught

Trump says King Charles does not want Iran to have nuclear weapon
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Kosovo set for another snap election after failure to elect president

Kosovo is set for another snap election after parliament failed to elect a new president on Tuesday, pitching Europe's youngest nation back into the thick of a political

Kosovo set for another snap election after failure to elect president
Environment|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan minister says she visited second islet in disputed South China Sea

The Taiwanese minister in charge of the Coast Guard visited a second Taiwan-controlled islet deep in the South China Sea, she said on Wednesday, adding that complaints by

Taiwan minister says she visited second islet in disputed South China Sea
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Mali leader says situation under control in first speech since attacks

The leader of Mali's military government, Assimi Goita, on Tuesday made his first public appearance since insurgents launched coordinated attacks over the weekend, vowing

Mali leader says situation under control in first speech since attacks
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Kimmel’s message to Trump in wake of FCC challenge to ABC: The show goes on

Kimmel’s message to Trump in wake of FCC challenge to ABC: The show goes on

Kimmel’s message to Trump in wake of FCC challenge to ABC: The show goes on
Arts|Celebrity|Election|Entertainment|Political|US

What Kimmel said about Melania and why Trump wants him fired

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel responded to criticism from President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump about a monologue Kimmel gave two days before a gunman opened fire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. CNN's Elex Michaelson reports.

What Kimmel said about Melania and why Trump wants him fired
Americas|Crime|Political|World

El Jardinero: What to know about ‘The Gardener,’ the Mexican cartel figure arrested in a ditch

El Jardinero: What to know about ‘The Gardener,’ the Mexican cartel figure arrested in a ditch

El Jardinero: What to know about ‘The Gardener,’ the Mexican cartel figure arrested in a ditch
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US wants curbs on China as a condition for paying UN dues, report says

The United States has set specific conditions for the release of billions of dollars it owes to the United Nations, such as more cost-cutting and moves to

US wants curbs on China as a condition for paying UN dues, report says
Crime|Economy|Political|US

Agents armed with search warrants keep focus on Minnesota in public fraud probe

Federal agents have served search warrants in Minnesota in an ongoing fraud investigation of publicly funded social programs for children

Agents armed with search warrants keep focus on Minnesota in public fraud probe
Europe|Political|Travel|World

King Charles III highlights US-UK bond during busy day of diplomacy with Trump and Congress

King Charles III has marked the 250th anniversary of American independence from Britain with gratitude that the two countries united to build “one of the most consequential alliances in human history.”

King Charles III highlights US-UK bond during busy day of diplomacy with Trump and Congress
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political

California candidates for governor tangle in messy TV debate with mail ballots about to go out

Eight candidates running to become governor of California have lobbed heated criticism at each other in a chaotic televised debate

California candidates for governor tangle in messy TV debate with mail ballots about to go out
Arts|Australia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Australia moves to tax Meta, Google and TikTok to fund newsrooms

Australia is proposing to tax digital giants Meta, Google and TikTok on a part of their revenue to pay for news reporters

Australia moves to tax Meta, Google and TikTok to fund newsrooms
MidEast|Political|US|World

The Latest: United Arab Emirates says it will exit OPEC, while US-Iran negotiations stall

The United Arab Emirates has announced it will leave OPEC and the OPEC+ group, effective May 1

The Latest: United Arab Emirates says it will exit OPEC, while US-Iran negotiations stall
Crime|Political|US

Exclusive: Former FBI Director James Comey indicted over alleged ‘threat’ against Trump

Exclusive: Former FBI Director James Comey indicted over alleged ‘threat’ against Trump

Exclusive: Former FBI Director James Comey indicted over alleged ‘threat’ against Trump
Crime|Political|US|World

Mexican man pleads guilty to impersonating Border Patrol agent to 'disrupt deportation missions'

A Mexican man in the United States has pleaded guilty to impersonating a Border Patrol agent and following federal immigration officers to divert them while they were out on immigration enforcement missions in Southern California

Mexican man pleads guilty to impersonating Border Patrol agent to 'disrupt deportation missions'
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

High-level talks begin on moving away from fossil fuels at Colombia conference

Ministers and officials are gathered in Colombia for a high-level conference aimed at accelerating the shift away from fossil fuels, with financing emerging as a key challenge

High-level talks begin on moving away from fossil fuels at Colombia conference
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

UAE’s OPEC exit has been long in the works – and may mark the beginning of a Gulf realignment

The UAE and Saudi Arabia have long been at odds over oil policy. The latest move is also likely to further their broader regional rivalry.

UAE’s OPEC exit has been long in the works – and may mark the beginning of a Gulf realignment
Business|Entertainment|Interview|Lifestyle|Political

'This indictment is deeply flawed.' Elie Honig reacts to new criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey

Elie Honig joins The Lead.

'This indictment is deeply flawed.' Elie Honig reacts to new criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|US|World

Oakland, California, airport can use 'San Francisco' in name after settlement

San Francisco has settled a legal dispute with Oakland over the naming of its neighbor's airport

Oakland, California, airport can use 'San Francisco' in name after settlement
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

Senate rejects attempt to end Trump's blockade of Cuba

Senate Republicans have rejected legislation from Democrats that would have required President Donald Trump to end the U.S. energy blockade on Cuba unless he receives approval from Congress

Senate rejects attempt to end Trump's blockade of Cuba
Crime|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine accuses Israel of aiding Russian trade in stolen grain

Ukraine accuses Israel of aiding Russian trade in stolen grain

Ukraine accuses Israel of aiding Russian trade in stolen grain
Arts|Education|Political|Technology|Travel|World

Melania Trump and Queen Camilla play supporting roles during state visit

Melania Trump and Queen Camilla play supporting roles during state visit

Melania Trump and Queen Camilla play supporting roles during state visit
Crime|Health|Political|Science

Trump administration indicts former NIH official over COVID records

The Trump administration has indicted a former National Institutes of Health official over allegations of evading federal records requests related to COVID-19 pandemic

Trump administration indicts former NIH official over COVID records
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US spy agencies examine how Iran would react to Trump declaring victory

By Erin Banco and Gram Slattery April 28 - U.S. intelligence agencies are studying how Iran would respond if President Donald Trump were to declare a unilateral victory in the two-month-old war that

US spy agencies examine how Iran would react to Trump declaring victory
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump, unhappy with latest peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'

Efforts to end the Iran conflict were at an impasse on Tuesday with U.S.

Trump, unhappy with latest peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'
Political|Travel|US|World

US will issue commemorative passports with Trump’s picture for America's 250th birthday

The State Department says it's preparing a limited release of commemorative U.S. passports celebrating America’s 250th birthday and featuring a picture of President Donald Trump

US will issue commemorative passports with Trump’s picture for America's 250th birthday
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|US

US FCC reviewing Disney's ABC station licenses after Jimmy Kimmel joke

After a joke by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel drew calls from the White House for ABC to fire the comedian,

US FCC reviewing Disney's ABC station licenses after Jimmy Kimmel joke
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump's DOJ indicts former FBI director James Comey over '86 47' post

The U.S.

Trump's DOJ indicts former FBI director James Comey over '86 47' post
Africa|Crime|Political|World

UN sanctions brother of Sudan's RSF leader, Colombian mercenaries

The United Nations on Tuesday imposed sanctions on Algoney Hamdan Daglo Musa, younger brother of the head of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF), and three Colombian mercenaries

UN sanctions brother of Sudan's RSF leader, Colombian mercenaries
Crime|Political

State lawmaker faces possible discipline over social media post referencing 'final solution'

State lawmaker faces possible discipline over social media post referencing 'final solution'

State lawmaker faces possible discipline over social media post referencing 'final solution'
Crime|Economy|Political|World

US agents raid 22 Minnesota sites in social-welfare fraud probe

U.S. federal and state law enforcement agencies searched more than 20 locations in Minnesota on Tuesday as part of investigations

US agents raid 22 Minnesota sites in social-welfare fraud probe
Crime|Political|US

Ex-FBI Director Comey indicted again, in a probe over an online post officials call a Trump threat

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted again, this time over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials say constituted a threat against President Donald Trump

Ex-FBI Director Comey indicted again, in a probe over an online post officials call a Trump threat
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department indicts former FBI Director James Comey for a second time

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted a second time by Trump’s Justice Department, two sources familiar told CNN. The specific charges were not immediately clear.

Justice Department indicts former FBI Director James Comey for a second time
Crime|Political|US

Fired prosecutor Maurene Comey's lawsuit belongs in federal court, judge rules

A federal judge says fired prosecutor Maurene Comey's wrongful termination claims belong in court rather than in administrative proceedings despite the government's efforts to move it out of court

Fired prosecutor Maurene Comey's lawsuit belongs in federal court, judge rules
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US military says it boarded cargo ship suspected of heading to Iran during blockade but released it

The U.S. military has boarded another commercial vessel during its blockade of Iran’s ports, but unlike in previous cases, the ship was ultimately allowed to carry on its way

US military says it boarded cargo ship suspected of heading to Iran during blockade but released it
Crime|Political|US|World

READ: Indictment of James Comey

READ: Indictment of James Comey

READ: Indictment of James Comey
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US appeals court rejects Trump's immigration detention policy

A federal appeals court on Tuesday rejected the Trump administration's practice of subjecting most people arrested in its immigration crackdown to mandatory

US appeals court rejects Trump's immigration detention policy
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russian 'shadow fleet' undeterred by Starmer's threat as nearly 100 ships cross UK waters

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's decision last month to let the British military board ships of Russia’s so‑called "shadow fleet" has had no

Russian 'shadow fleet' undeterred by Starmer's threat as nearly 100 ships cross UK waters
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

DOJ cites shooting in bid to end lawsuit over Trump's White House ballroom

The Justice Department on Monday night asked a federal judge to throw out a lawsuit that has impeded President Donald Trump's plans for a White House ballroom, saying

DOJ cites shooting in bid to end lawsuit over Trump's White House ballroom
Election|Europe|Political|World

Hungary's Magyar proposes meeting with Zelenskiy on minority rights

Hungarian election winner Peter Magyar has proposed a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in western Ukraine to discuss minority rights of ethnic

Hungary's Magyar proposes meeting with Zelenskiy on minority rights
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Argentina’s Milei walks fine line on Falklands amid US–UK tensions

Argentine President Javier Milei, a libertarian who has long cited former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher as one of his political role

Argentina’s Milei walks fine line on Falklands amid US–UK tensions
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK summons Iranian ambassador over embassy's 'unacceptable' comments on social media

Britain said on Tuesday the Iranian ambassador to London had been summoned over what the government described as the Iranian embassy's "unacceptable and inflammatory"

UK summons Iranian ambassador over embassy's 'unacceptable' comments on social media
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Some groups ask US trade agency for new duties, import bans to fight forced labor

Pro-tariff and human rights groups asked the Trump administration on Tuesday to impose new import bans, duties and quotas to combat forced labor

Some groups ask US trade agency for new duties, import bans to fight forced labor
Political|World

Israeli strikes kill five in south Lebanon, including three rescuers

Two successive Israeli strikes on a building in a southern Lebanese town killed five people on Tuesday, including three rescuers who went to help those wounded in the

Israeli strikes kill five in south Lebanon, including three rescuers
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Putin says Ukraine has intensified attacks on civilian targets in Russia

Ukraine has stepped up attacks on civilian infrastructure in Russia, President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday, citing a recent drone strike on an oil refinery in the

Putin says Ukraine has intensified attacks on civilian targets in Russia
Africa|Election|Political|World

Senegal MPs back electoral reform that could open door to Sonko candidacy

Senegal's National Assembly overwhelmingly approved on Tuesday changes to the country's electoral code, introducing provisions that could pave the way for

Senegal MPs back electoral reform that could open door to Sonko candidacy
Arts|Political|US

Justice Department legal argument for the White House ballroom reads like a Trump social media post

The Justice Department is pressing for the dismissal of preservationists’ lawsuit over the planned $400 million White House ballroom after the shooting at Saturday’s media gala

Justice Department legal argument for the White House ballroom reads like a Trump social media post
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

JPMorgan CEO says not worried about inflation, risks remain of higher prices

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said on Tuesday he is not worried about inflation, but added among the worst-case scenarios for the economy is the

JPMorgan CEO says not worried about inflation, risks remain of higher prices
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US to issue passports featuring Trump’s picture to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary

US to issue passports featuring Trump’s picture to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary

US to issue passports featuring Trump’s picture to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Neighbors breathe sigh of relief after explosives removed from home

Neighbors breathe sigh of relief after explosives removed from home

Neighbors breathe sigh of relief after explosives removed from home
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Trump administration challenges ABC station licenses amid Kimmel controversy

Trump administration challenges ABC station licenses amid Kimmel controversy

Trump administration challenges ABC station licenses amid Kimmel controversy
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Soldier accused of betting on Maduro raid, winning $400,000, pleads not guilty

Soldier accused of betting on Maduro raid, winning $400,000, pleads not guilty

Soldier accused of betting on Maduro raid, winning $400,000, pleads not guilty
Economy|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine says it shot down 33,000 Russian drones in March, a monthly record

Ukraine’s defense minister says the country's armed forces shot down more than 33,000 Russian drones of various types in March, a record monthly figure since Moscow launched its all-out invasion more than four years ago

Ukraine says it shot down 33,000 Russian drones in March, a monthly record
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Jury is deliberating in trial of alleged IS militant charged in deadly Kabul airport bombing

A jury in Virginia is deliberating in the trial of an alleged Islamic State militant accused of helping plan a deadly suicide bombing at a Kabul airport during the U.S. military’s chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021

Jury is deliberating in trial of alleged IS militant charged in deadly Kabul airport bombing
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Trump approval sinks to new low as war with Iran drives cost-of-living concerns

President Donald Trump's approval rating sank to the lowest level of his current term, as Americans increasingly soured on his handling of the cost of

Trump approval sinks to new low as war with Iran drives cost-of-living concerns
Crime|Political|US

‘The US ripping itself apart’: What the online history of suspected shooter reveals

CNN’s Kyung Lah reports from the hometown of the suspect charged in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

‘The US ripping itself apart’: What the online history of suspected shooter reveals
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Epstein scandal lingers in background of King Charles’ visit to Washington

Epstein scandal lingers in background of King Charles’ visit to Washington

Epstein scandal lingers in background of King Charles’ visit to Washington
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Florida redistricting and a rocky special session put Ron DeSantis back in the Republican spotlight

Ron DeSantis is back in the national spotlight as he pushes for a new congressional map in Florida

Florida redistricting and a rocky special session put Ron DeSantis back in the Republican spotlight
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The Supreme Court seems likely to shut down a lawsuit by Falun Gong over Cisco's aid to China

The Supreme Court seems likely to grant tech giant Cisco’s bid to shut down a lawsuit claiming that the company’s technology was used to persecute members of the Falun Gong spiritual movement in China

The Supreme Court seems likely to shut down a lawsuit by Falun Gong over Cisco's aid to China
Europe|Political|World

Starmer averts ethics probe over Mandelson appointment but faces more pressure

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has avoided a parliamentary inquiry over appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington

Starmer averts ethics probe over Mandelson appointment but faces more pressure
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Former Fauci adviser indicted for allegedly concealing communications related to COVID-19 research

A former senior adviser to Dr. Anthony Fauci has been indicted on federal charges alleging he conspired to hide his communications related to COVID-19 research as the pandemic unfolded

Former Fauci adviser indicted for allegedly concealing communications related to COVID-19 research
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Pro-Kurdish party criticises Turkey's 'hesitant' steps toward PKK peace

Turkey's pro-Kurdish DEM Party issued one of its strongest criticisms yet of the government's handling of a fragile peace process, highlighting on Tuesday a growing stand-

Pro-Kurdish party criticises Turkey's 'hesitant' steps toward PKK peace
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People linked to top Orban aide were blocked trying to send funds abroad, Hungary's Magyar says

Tax authorities in Hungary have blocked transfers of funds abroad by unidentified people linked to a top aide to outgoing Hungarian leader Viktor Orban, election winner

People linked to top Orban aide were blocked trying to send funds abroad, Hungary's Magyar says
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Romania's two largest parties call no-confidence vote in pro-European government

The minority government of Romania's pro-European Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan could fall in early May after his former coalition partner, the leftist Social Democrats,

Romania's two largest parties call no-confidence vote in pro-European government
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UAE leaves OPEC in blow to global oil producers' group

The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday said it was quitting OPEC, dealing a blow to the oil producers' group as an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the

UAE leaves OPEC in blow to global oil producers' group
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North Korea's Kim praises soldiers who committed suicide to evade capture in Ukraine

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has praised soldiers who committed suicide while fighting against Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region, confirming an extreme battle

North Korea's Kim praises soldiers who committed suicide to evade capture in Ukraine
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GM expects a $500 million tariff refund from Trump levies the Supreme Court struck down

General Motors is expecting a $500 million tariff refund after the Supreme Court struck down some of President Donald Trump’s most sweeping levies

GM expects a $500 million tariff refund from Trump levies the Supreme Court struck down
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In Trump-like tone, government lawyers ask court to undo ruling halting work on White House ballroom

In Trump-like tone, government lawyers ask court to undo ruling halting work on White House ballroom

In Trump-like tone, government lawyers ask court to undo ruling halting work on White House ballroom
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UAE quits OPEC in blow to cartel that could reshape global oil markets

UAE quits OPEC in blow to cartel that could reshape global oil markets

UAE quits OPEC in blow to cartel that could reshape global oil markets
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Canadian PM invited to attend European Political Community summit in May

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has been invited to attend next month's summit of the European Political Community (EPC) in Armenia, European Council President Antonio Costa

Canadian PM invited to attend European Political Community summit in May
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Italian magistrates open urgent probe into pardon for former Berlusconi showgirl

Italian magistrates said on Tuesday they had opened urgent checks into whether Nicole Minetti, an ally of late Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, lied to

Italian magistrates open urgent probe into pardon for former Berlusconi showgirl
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ICC orders $8.5 million in compensation for victims of Timbuktu Islamist who imposed sharia law

More than 65,000 victims of a Malian Islamist who was a key figure in the police force that imposed sharia law on Timbuktu in 2012 and ordered public floggings and

ICC orders $8.5 million in compensation for victims of Timbuktu Islamist who imposed sharia law
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Italy's parliament backs donation of aircraft carrier to Indonesia

Italy's parliament on Tuesday backed a government plan to donate an ageing aircraft carrier to Indonesia, a move the administration said would strengthen

Italy's parliament backs donation of aircraft carrier to Indonesia
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Hungary's outgoing PM Orban offers to quit as Fidesz party chief, local media say

Hungary's outgoing prime minister, Viktor Orban, offered his resignation as leader of his right-wing Fidesz party on Tuesday but a party congress in June will decide

Hungary's outgoing PM Orban offers to quit as Fidesz party chief, local media say
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US signs energy and AI deals with Balkan countries as its influence widens

The United States and U.S. companies signed deals worth billions of dollars with Balkan countries on Tuesday, boosting Washington's energy presence in the

US signs energy and AI deals with Balkan countries as its influence widens
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Ukraine in diplomatic tussle with Israel over grain Kyiv says 'stolen' by Russia

Ukraine and Israel traded diplomatic blows on Tuesday as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned what he said were grain purchases from occupied Ukrainian

Ukraine in diplomatic tussle with Israel over grain Kyiv says 'stolen' by Russia
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Britain challenges court decision that Palestine Action ban was unlawful

Britain on Tuesday sought to uphold a ban on pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action, which it has designated a terrorist organisation, after a court ruling that the move

Britain challenges court decision that Palestine Action ban was unlawful
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Trump says Iran wants US to open Hormuz Strait as soon as possible

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran has said it was in a state of collapse and wants the United States to open the Strait of Hormuz while it sorts out its

Trump says Iran wants US to open Hormuz Strait as soon as possible
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Israeli strikes on Gaza kill five, including 9-year-old boy, medics say

Israeli strikes killed five Palestinians, including a 9-year-old boy, in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, health officials said.

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill five, including 9-year-old boy, medics say
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US not funding Congo's $100 million mine guard, embassy says

The United States said on Tuesday it is not funding any security units tasked with policing or guarding mines in Democratic Republic of Congo after

US not funding Congo's $100 million mine guard, embassy says
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Iran’s Guards seize wartime power, blunting Supreme Leader's role

Two months into a war with the U.S. and Israel, Iran no longer has a single, undisputed clerical arbiter at the pinnacle of

Iran’s Guards seize wartime power, blunting Supreme Leader's role
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Southern Poverty Law Center says its informant program was not kept secret from law enforcement

The Southern Poverty Law Center has told a federal court that law enforcement agencies knew for years that the nonprofit was paying informants to report on the movements of hate groups

Southern Poverty Law Center says its informant program was not kept secret from law enforcement
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Ex-aide backs UK's Starmer over Mandelson appointment

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's one-time closest aide, Morgan McSweeney, backed his former boss on Tuesday by

Ex-aide backs UK's Starmer over Mandelson appointment
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How a rising star of France’s far right weaponised a routine inquiry against public broadcasters

A French fact‑finding inquiry — normally a dull parliamentary ritual — has turned into a polarising political spectacle, giving France's far right an

How a rising star of France’s far right weaponised a routine inquiry against public broadcasters
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Brazil's Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro are neck and neck in presidential runoff, poll finds

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro were tied in a simulated run-off, an AtlasIntel/Bloomberg poll showed on Tuesday, ahead of

Brazil's Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro are neck and neck in presidential runoff, poll finds
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United Arab Emirates says it will leave OPEC effective May 1

The United Arab Emirates says that it will leave the oil cartel OPEC effective May 1

United Arab Emirates says it will leave OPEC effective May 1
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US seeks to accelerate deportations of migrant children in custody, CNN reports

The U.S. administration is bringing forward immigration hearings for deportations of migrant children in custody by weeks or even months in a bid to accelerate the process, CNN

US seeks to accelerate deportations of migrant children in custody, CNN reports
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Gulf leaders meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss response to Iranian strikes

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chaired a consultative meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council in Jeddah on Tuesday, state media said, the first in-person meeting of Gulf

Gulf leaders meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss response to Iranian strikes
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Philippines not concerned Iran war will distract US from region, top defence official says

The Philippines is not worried about any reduction in U.S. deterrence capabilities in the Indo-Pacific due to the war in the Middle East,

Philippines not concerned Iran war will distract US from region, top defence official says
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU's top diplomat calls on Southeast Asian countries to seek alternatives to Russian oil

The European Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urged partner countries in Southeast Asia on Tuesday not to turn to Russia for oil supplies as they try

EU's top diplomat calls on Southeast Asian countries to seek alternatives to Russian oil
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Finland and Estonia say US defence deliveries delayed over Middle East war

Some U.S. defence equipment deliveries to Europe are being delayed because of the war in the Middle East, the presidents of Finland and Estonia said on Tuesday.

Finland and Estonia say US defence deliveries delayed over Middle East war
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Trump push for state voter rolls rebuffed by courts as midterms near

As the U.S. midterm elections approach, Democrats are winning legal challenges to the Trump administration's push to obtain states' voter rolls, dealing a blow to the

Trump push for state voter rolls rebuffed by courts as midterms near
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As war nears two months, displaced Lebanese family sinks into despair

It has been nearly two months, but Rabih Khreiss still has trouble recognising his new life. 

As war nears two months, displaced Lebanese family sinks into despair
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Swiss court discontinues Karimova trial

Switzerland's Federal Criminal Court has discontinued a money laundering trial against Gulnara Karimova, a daughter of Uzbekistan's former president, on the grounds that

Swiss court discontinues Karimova trial
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King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress
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Trump pursues new import taxes to replace the tariffs the Supreme Court rejected

When the Supreme Court killed his favorite tariffs in February, President Donald Trump rolled out temporary import taxes to replace them

Trump pursues new import taxes to replace the tariffs the Supreme Court rejected
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Iran willing to share defensive capabilities with Asian partners, deputy defence minister says

Iran is ready to share its defensive weapons capabilities with "independent countries, especially members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)", Deputy Defence

Iran willing to share defensive capabilities with Asian partners, deputy defence minister says
Economy|Political|World

Ukraine needs to approve parcel tax to keep IMF funding, source says

Ukraine needs to adopt a law introducing a value-added tax on inexpensive parcels from abroad to ensure its $8.1 billion programme with the International

Ukraine needs to approve parcel tax to keep IMF funding, source says
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Australia to charge Big Tech companies 2% levy unless they strike local news deals

The Australian government said on Tuesday that Meta, Alphabet's Google and TikTok could face multimillion-dollar charges if they did not

Australia to charge Big Tech companies 2% levy unless they strike local news deals
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Kimmel says his joke was misconstrued, Trump says ABC should fire late-night host 

(Corrects story to fix typo in paragraph 3.)

Kimmel says his joke was misconstrued, Trump says ABC should fire late-night host 
Africa|Health|Political|World

A South Sudan community is denied aid as government and opposition blame each other

Displaced people in a South Sudan village have been denied lifesaving aid by the government, according to eyewitnesses and aid groups

A South Sudan community is denied aid as government and opposition blame each other
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Kimmel pushes back on Trump calls for his firing, in first major test for Disney’s new CEO

Kimmel pushes back on Trump calls for his firing, in first major test for Disney’s new CEO

Kimmel pushes back on Trump calls for his firing, in first major test for Disney’s new CEO
Asia|Political|World

At UN, China denounces Japan and EU over South China Sea remarks

China denounced remarks by Japan and the European Union about the South China Sea at a U.N.

At UN, China denounces Japan and EU over South China Sea remarks
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Trump administration fires entire National Science Board

President Donald Trump's administration has terminated the entire National Science Board of more than 20 members, two fired members of the board said

Trump administration fires entire National Science Board
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US treasury chief says businesses working with Iranian airlines risk sanctions

Businesses working with Iranian airlines risk U.S. sanctions, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday, calling the warning a part of a

US treasury chief says businesses working with Iranian airlines risk sanctions
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Trump withdraws nomination of hospitality executive to head National Park Service

The White House has withdrawn President Donald Trump's nomination of a hospitality company executive to be director of the National Park Service more

Trump withdraws nomination of hospitality executive to head National Park Service
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote

A series of attacks in Colombia's southwest has raised security concerns before the May presidential election

Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote
MidEast|Political|World

Trump unhappy with Iranian proposal, US official says

A U.S. official said on Monday that President Donald Trump is unhappy with an Iranian proposal because it did not address

Trump unhappy with Iranian proposal, US official says
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Over 1,000 US TSA officers have left since start of shutdown, DHS says

Over 1,000 U.S.

Over 1,000 US TSA officers have left since start of shutdown, DHS says
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan on alert after spotting two Chinese warships near its Penghu islands

Taiwan has spotted two Chinese warships operating in waters near the Penghu islands in the Taiwan Strait and has sent its own naval and air forces to keep watch, the

Taiwan on alert after spotting two Chinese warships near its Penghu islands
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political|US

Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutiny

Kid Rock and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth both flew in Army Apache attack helicopters at a base in Virginia on Monday

Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutiny
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Republicans in Congress push for Trump's White House ballroom after shooting at media dinner

Republicans in Congress have launched new efforts to approve and pay for President Donald Trump’s proposed ballroom at the White House

Republicans in Congress push for Trump's White House ballroom after shooting at media dinner
Europe|Political|World

Iranian defence official holds talks with Russian, Belarusian ministers

Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov held talks in Kyrgyzstan on Monday with Iran's Deputy Defence Minister Reza Talaei-Nik, state-run TASS news agency reported.

Iranian defence official holds talks with Russian, Belarusian ministers
Crime|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Congressmen call for National Guard to address drone threats at the World Cup

Two Republican members of Congress are calling on the Trump administration to empower the National Guard to address potential drone-related threats and

Soccer-Congressmen call for National Guard to address drone threats at the World Cup
Crime|Political|World

US House Republicans to modify Senate-passed DHS funding bill, courting delay   

Legislation to fund the U.S.

US House Republicans to modify Senate-passed DHS funding bill, courting delay   
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UK budget rules should seek to lower debt, parliament committee says

British finance minister Rachel Reeves should explicitly aim to bring public debt below its current level within the next three years, rather than simply halt its current

UK budget rules should seek to lower debt, parliament committee says
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US Congress Republicans push legislation to build, fund Trump's $400 million ballroom

Two days after a shooting at a dinner that President Donald Trump was attending, Republicans in the U.S.

US Congress Republicans push legislation to build, fund Trump's $400 million ballroom
Economy|Political|World

Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends, officials say

Iran has offered to end its control over the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. lifts its blockade and ends the war

Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends, officials say
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The Latest: Iran wants Strait of Hormuz reopening tied to an end to the war, officials say

Iran has offered to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear program

The Latest: Iran wants Strait of Hormuz reopening tied to an end to the war, officials say
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Line of succession: Who was and was not at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Line of succession: Who was and was not at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Line of succession: Who was and was not at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
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Hill GOP braces for ‘nightmare week’ as pressure mounts to end DHS funding standoff

Hill GOP braces for ‘nightmare week’ as pressure mounts to end DHS funding standoff

Hill GOP braces for ‘nightmare week’ as pressure mounts to end DHS funding standoff
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Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents' dinner shooting

The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner with guns and knives has been charged with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump

Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents' dinner shooting
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Canada is still reviewing plan to buy US fighter jets, defense minister says

Canada is still reviewing its plan to buy 88 Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets, Defence Minister David McGuinty said on Monday, adding that Ottawa could also purchase some

Canada is still reviewing plan to buy US fighter jets, defense minister says
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US Transport chief wants Congress involved in $2.5 billion low-cost airline aid request

U.S.

US Transport chief wants Congress involved in $2.5 billion low-cost airline aid request
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

US DHS to vet immigrants for what it calls extremist views, raising free speech concerns

The U.S.

US DHS to vet immigrants for what it calls extremist views, raising free speech concerns
Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States on Monday for a four-day trip, welcomed by self-proclaimed

King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war
Political|Science|Technology|US|World

US, Iran clash at UN after Tehran gets nuclear non-proliferation role

The United States and Iran clashed at the United Nations on Monday over Tehran's nuclear program and its selection to be one of dozens of vice presidents at a

US, Iran clash at UN after Tehran gets nuclear non-proliferation role
Crime|Education|Political|Technology|US|World

Suspected shooter’s social media posts show shift from video games to political rage

Suspected shooter’s social media posts show shift from video games to political rage

Suspected shooter’s social media posts show shift from video games to political rage
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Billionaire tax proposal in California is on track to qualify for the ballot, backers say

Supporters of a controversial California proposal to implement a one-time tax on billionaires say they have enough signatures to qualify it for the November ballot

Billionaire tax proposal in California is on track to qualify for the ballot, backers say
Crime|Political|World

Press dinner shooting suspect charged with attempting to assassinate the president

Press dinner shooting suspect charged with attempting to assassinate the president

Press dinner shooting suspect charged with attempting to assassinate the president
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Virginia Supreme Court considers whether to block voter-approved US House map favoring Democrats

Virginia's Supreme Court is considering whether a voter-approved redistricting amendment complied with the state's constitutional requirements

Virginia Supreme Court considers whether to block voter-approved US House map favoring Democrats
Americas|Europe|Political|Travel|US|World

King Charles III arrives at the White House on a delicate mission to restore the UK-US relationship

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have made it to the White House on his first visit to the United States since he became king in 2022

King Charles III arrives at the White House on a delicate mission to restore the UK-US relationship
Crime|Political|US|World

Designated survivor discussions took place prior to press dinner, White House says

U.S. officials discussed a designated survivor and the line of succession prior to the White House Correspondents' Association dinner

Designated survivor discussions took place prior to press dinner, White House says
Political|World

Iraq’s Shi’ite alliance names Ali al-Zaidi as PM nominee

Iraq's alliance of Shi'ite political blocs, the Coordination Framework, on Monday named Ali al-Zaidi as its nominee for the post of prime minister, said a coalition statement.

Iraq’s Shi’ite alliance names Ali al-Zaidi as PM nominee
Crime|Political|US|World

Who takes charge if the US president is incapacitated?

Saturday's attack at a black-tie Washington gala that featured President Donald Trump did not result in any deaths, but it did raise the question about who would take

Who takes charge if the US president is incapacitated?
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US and Iran clash over Tehran's nuclear program as review of atomic treaty begins at UN

The United States and Iran have clashed over Tehran’s nuclear program as a review of the treaty meant to prevent the spread of atomic weapons got underway at the United Nations

US and Iran clash over Tehran's nuclear program as review of atomic treaty begins at UN
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Reporters covered the correspondents' dinner shooting in real time. Conspiracy theories still spread

Conspiracy theories flooded the internet minutes after the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner attended by President Donald Trump

Reporters covered the correspondents' dinner shooting in real time. Conspiracy theories still spread
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump administration fires independent board overseeing the National Science Foundation

The Trump administration has fired members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation

Trump administration fires independent board overseeing the National Science Foundation
Arts|Crime|Political|US

Facts compete with conspiracy theories after WHCD attack

Facts compete with conspiracy theories after WHCD attack

Facts compete with conspiracy theories after WHCD attack
Economy|Political|Sports|Travel|World

New York City to hold free World Cup fan events in each borough

New York City will hold a series of free events for soccer fans hoping to catch World Cup matches, but don't want to spend an arm and a leg on tickets

New York City to hold free World Cup fan events in each borough
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Singing protesters speak out against lifting of mining ban near Boundary Water

Singing protesters speak out against lifting of mining ban near Boundary Water

Singing protesters speak out against lifting of mining ban near Boundary Water
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump discussed new Iran proposal with national security aides on Monday, White House says

U.S.

Trump discussed new Iran proposal with national security aides on Monday, White House says
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Soccer-Human Rights Watch urges FIFA to push for 'ICE Truce' at World Cup

FIFA should press the U.S. government to establish an "ICE Truce" for this year's World Cup, including a public guarantee from federal authorities to

Soccer-Human Rights Watch urges FIFA to push for 'ICE Truce' at World Cup
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Malta calls early election, with PM pledging stability amid Iran war

Malta will hold a parliamentary election on May 30, Prime Minister Robert Abela said on Monday, calling the vote a year before his current five-year term expires.

Malta calls early election, with PM pledging stability amid Iran war
Economy|Political|World

US reviews latest Iranian proposal to end war stalemate

U.S.

US reviews latest Iranian proposal to end war stalemate
Crime|Political|World

White House to review Trump's security after gunfire near press dinner

The White House is reviewing security protocols this week following Saturday's shooting at a Washington hotel where President Donald

White House to review Trump's security after gunfire near press dinner
Crime|Political|Technology|US|World

Supreme Court seems inclined to allow police to use geofence warrants to identify criminal suspects

The Supreme Court seems inclined to rule that police could use geofence warrants that collect the location history of cellphone users to find people near crime scenes

Supreme Court seems inclined to allow police to use geofence warrants to identify criminal suspects
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Afghan officials say Pakistani strikes killed 7 and wounded 85 in first attacks since peace talks

Afghan officials say mortars and missiles fired from Pakistan have struck a university and homes in northeastern Afghanistan, killing seven people and wounding at least 85

Afghan officials say Pakistani strikes killed 7 and wounded 85 in first attacks since peace talks
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13 surviving sloths from Sloth World delivered to Central Florida Zoo in Sanford

13 surviving sloths from Sloth World delivered to Central Florida Zoo in Sanford

13 surviving sloths from Sloth World delivered to Central Florida Zoo in Sanford
Crime|Political|US

Kash Patel says WHCD shooting witness interviews are underway

FBI Director Kash Patel says witness interviews are in progress related to the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

Kash Patel says WHCD shooting witness interviews are underway
Arts|Celebrity|Election|Entertainment|Political|US

Trump calls on ABC to fire Kimmel after he joked Melania was an ‘expectant widow’

Trump calls on ABC to fire Kimmel after he joked Melania was an ‘expectant widow’

Trump calls on ABC to fire Kimmel after he joked Melania was an ‘expectant widow’
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Carney unveils $18 billion Canadian government-owned investment fund

Canada's prime minister says the country is developing a government-owned investment fund

Carney unveils $18 billion Canadian government-owned investment fund
Crime|Political|US|World

Man convicted in 2024 killing of NYPD officer sentenced to 115 years to life in prison

A man convicted in the 2024 shooting death of a New York City police officer has been sentenced to 115 years to life in prison

Man convicted in 2024 killing of NYPD officer sentenced to 115 years to life in prison
Business|Economy|Political

Senate panel to vote on Wednesday on advancing Fed chair Warsh's nomination

The Senate Banking Committee is expected on Wednesday to advance Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve Chair to the full Senate, with a vote now set for 10 a.m.

Senate panel to vote on Wednesday on advancing Fed chair Warsh's nomination
Europe|Political|US|World

Bruised by Trump, NATO alliance considers end to annual summits

NATO is considering ending its recent practice of holding annual summits, six sources told Reuters, a move that

Bruised by Trump, NATO alliance considers end to annual summits
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Four killed, 70 wounded in mortar, rocket attacks by Pakistan, Afghan Taliban says

Mortar and rocket attacks launched by Pakistan against Afghanistan killed four people on Monday and wounded 70 more, the Taliban government said, as

Four killed, 70 wounded in mortar, rocket attacks by Pakistan, Afghan Taliban says
Crime|Political|World

White House says press dinner shooting was third major assassination attempt against Trump

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday described the foiled attack at the White House Correspondents Association dinner as the third major

White House says press dinner shooting was third major assassination attempt against Trump
Election|Political|US|World

Florida's DeSantis proposes new US House map targeting four Democratic seats

Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis proposed a new congressional map on Monday aimed at flipping four Democratic U.S.

Florida's DeSantis proposes new US House map targeting four Democratic seats
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Kazakhstan sentences 19 for protest against repression in China's Xinjiang region

A Kazakh court has convicted 19 Kazakh activists after a protest against Beijing’s crackdown in China’s far-western Xinjiang region last year, in what advocates call an extraordinary move by the Kazakh government to silence dissident at the behest of Beijing

Kazakhstan sentences 19 for protest against repression in China's Xinjiang region
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Hospital nurses voice concern over HR-1 cuts

Hospital nurses voice concern over HR-1 cuts

Hospital nurses voice concern over HR-1 cuts
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Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations, foreign minister says

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Monday that Tehran was looking into U.S.

Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations, foreign minister says
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Putin praises Iranian people for resistance to US in talks with Araqchi

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday praised the Iranian people for battling to stay independent in the face of U.S. and Israeli pressure and said Moscow would do

Putin praises Iranian people for resistance to US in talks with Araqchi
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Britain's lifetime smoking ban set to become law

Britain's plans to ban future generations from buying cigarettes will become law this week, ushering in a policy still overshadowed by

Britain's lifetime smoking ban set to become law
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UK PM Starmer faces vote on possible parliamentary probe over Mandelson

Britain's parliament will vote on Tuesday on a possible inquiry into Prime Minister Keir Starmer, looking at whether he misled the House of Commons over

UK PM Starmer faces vote on possible parliamentary probe over Mandelson
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Oil advances with Middle East in focus, equities rise slightly 

MSCI's global equities index advanced modestly on Monday after the White House said President Donald Trump was reviewing a

Oil advances with Middle East in focus, equities rise slightly 
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Family shares their story behind the push for the Purple Alert bill

Family shares their story behind the push for the Purple Alert bill

Family shares their story behind the push for the Purple Alert bill
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Wolf Blitzer details the moment he heard gunshots at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

CNN's Wolf Blitzer describes hearing the moment possible shots were fired at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, DC, on Saturday. President Donald Trump was swiftly escorted off the stage by Secret Service.

Wolf Blitzer details the moment he heard gunshots at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
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Iran oil tankers turned back by US blockade, Hormuz traffic sparse

Six tankers loaded with Iranian oil have been forced back to Iran by the U.S. blockade in recent days, ship-tracking data shows, underscoring the impact

Iran oil tankers turned back by US blockade, Hormuz traffic sparse
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Hungary and EU to discuss terms of release for billions in blocked funds

Top EU officials and Hungary's incoming government will discuss on Wednesday the changes Budapest needs to push through to release 17 billion euros in EU funds that have

Hungary and EU to discuss terms of release for billions in blocked funds
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Netanyahu's rivals are joining forces. Would they shift Israel's security policy?

Two of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's top rivals announced they would join forces in an upcoming election to oust his coalition government, with a focus

Netanyahu's rivals are joining forces. Would they shift Israel's security policy?
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Germany's Merz says Iran is humiliating US as talks stall

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday Iran's leadership was humiliating the United States and getting U.S. officials to travel

Germany's Merz says Iran is humiliating US as talks stall
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Nations meet to discuss fossil fuel exit as Iran war drives up prices

Around 60 governments, including Brazil, Germany, Canada and Nigeria, will hold the first international meeting this week to discuss phasing out fossil

Nations meet to discuss fossil fuel exit as Iran war drives up prices
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Israeli strikes hit east Lebanon, expanding scope despite ceasefire

The Israeli military began carrying out strikes in eastern Lebanon on Monday, expanding the scope of its bombing campaign during a ceasefire that has failed to fully halt

Israeli strikes hit east Lebanon, expanding scope despite ceasefire
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Supreme Court grapples with whether police may seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations

Supreme Court grapples with whether police may seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations

Supreme Court grapples with whether police may seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations
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Latino leaders surge into local office as Trump-era attacks fuel new urgency

Latino leaders are gaining ground in U.S. politics despite ongoing challenges

Latino leaders surge into local office as Trump-era attacks fuel new urgency
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North Dakota lawmaker dies in Twin Cities plane crash, according to state's Democratic Minority leader

North Dakota lawmaker dies in Twin Cities plane crash, according to state's Democratic Minority leader

North Dakota lawmaker dies in Twin Cities plane crash, according to state's Democratic Minority leader
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Russian finance minister warns of regional budgets' strains, rising debt

The combined deficit of Russian regional budgets will grow by 27% to 1.9 trillion roubles ($25.4 billion) in 2026, largely due to lower corporate

Russian finance minister warns of regional budgets' strains, rising debt
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Pope Leo signals shift away from Catholic Church's focus on sex

Pope Leo's four-nation Africa tour featured firm denunciations by the pontiff of despotism and war and also unprecedented attacks from U.S.

Pope Leo signals shift away from Catholic Church's focus on sex
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Russia summons German envoy over lawmaker's meeting with Chechen exile

Russia's foreign ministry said on Monday it had summoned the German ambassador over a meeting in Kyiv between a German lawmaker and a Chechen separatist who Moscow says

Russia summons German envoy over lawmaker's meeting with Chechen exile
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Merz suggests Ukraine may have to accept territorial loss to help pave way for EU membership

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggested on Monday that Ukraine may have to accept that parts of its territory could remain outside Kyiv's control in a future peace deal

Merz suggests Ukraine may have to accept territorial loss to help pave way for EU membership
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Argentina bishops call for dialogue after press blocked from government house

Argentina's assembly of Catholic bishops called for dialogue to find a prompt resolution to the government's decision to block the entry of accredited journalists to government

Argentina bishops call for dialogue after press blocked from government house
Health|Political|Science

Older Americans who vote live longer than those who don’t – new research

Since voters live longer, casting a ballot may be seen as another healthy habit, like going for a run or eating lots of vegetables.

Older Americans who vote live longer than those who don’t – new research
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As New Mexico probes Epstein, local survivors come forward

Authorities in New Mexico are trying to determine how many local women and girls were abused by the late sex offender

As New Mexico probes Epstein, local survivors come forward
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Philippines and US stage counter-landing drills with allies near South China Sea

As simulated enemy boats and unmanned craft closed in on the shores of Palawan island facing the South China Sea, Philippine and U.S.

Philippines and US stage counter-landing drills with allies near South China Sea
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Brazil's Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro neck and neck in second‑round poll

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro are statistically tied in a simulated runoff for this year's presidential election, a BTG

Brazil's Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro neck and neck in second‑round poll
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Romania's largest party teams up with far-right opposition to topple pro-European coalition

Romania's largest party in parliament, the Social Democrats, will team up with the hard-right opposition Alliance for Uniting Romanians in a bid to topple the pro-

Romania's largest party teams up with far-right opposition to topple pro-European coalition
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A Supreme Court case over pesticides is bringing out the ‘MAHA moms’ — and threats of consequences for the midterms

A Supreme Court case over pesticides is bringing out the ‘MAHA moms’ — and threats of consequences for the midterms

A Supreme Court case over pesticides is bringing out the ‘MAHA moms’ — and threats of consequences for the midterms
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Indonesia appoints labour union chief as new environment minister

JAKARTA, April 27 - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has appointed a labour union chief as the country's new environment minister, the palace said on Monday, replacing Hanif Faisol Nurofiq, who

Indonesia appoints labour union chief as new environment minister
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The insurgent groups battling Mali's military-led government

Mali's government is facing new questions about how long it can hold on to power two days after insurgents launched attacks across the country, hitting the main army base outside

The insurgent groups battling Mali's military-led government
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King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign

King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign

King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign
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Energy prices drag German consumer sentiment to three-year low, survey finds

German consumer sentiment is expected to worsen heading into May as households' income expectations have become bleaker in the face of rising inflation, driven higher by

Energy prices drag German consumer sentiment to three-year low, survey finds
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Modi's BJP gains ground in India’s upper house after AAP lawmakers defect

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP party strengthened its position in parliament’s upper house after seven opposition lawmakers joined it, a parliamentary list

Modi's BJP gains ground in India’s upper house after AAP lawmakers defect
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Many elderly Cubans left to fend for themselves as the latest crisis deepens

Elderly residents in Old Havana gather for meals at the Church of the Holy Spirit, a crucial support amid Cuba’s economic crisis

Many elderly Cubans left to fend for themselves as the latest crisis deepens
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Israeli strikes kill 14 in Lebanon as Israel warns residents to leave towns beyond 'buffer zone'

Israeli strikes killed 14 people and wounded 37 on Sunday, Lebanon's health ministry said, as the Israeli military warned residents to leave seven towns beyond the "buffer zone"

Israeli strikes kill 14 in Lebanon as Israel warns residents to leave towns beyond 'buffer zone'
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US presses Taiwan parliament to pass 'comprehensive' defence budget

The top U.S. diplomat in Taiwan on Monday pressed the island's opposition-majority parliament to pass a "comprehensive" defence budget, saying integrated air and missile

US presses Taiwan parliament to pass 'comprehensive' defence budget
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Latest US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific

The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday

Latest US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan says China sanctions on European arms makers will not hit weapons sourcing

Taiwan's defence minister downplayed on Monday the impact of Chinese sanctions on seven European companies over arms sales to the island, saying it was not the first time

Taiwan says China sanctions on European arms makers will not hit weapons sourcing
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Turkey's Erdogan offers support to Trump in call after White House dinner shooting

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan offered his support for U.S.

Turkey's Erdogan offers support to Trump in call after White House dinner shooting
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Prediction markets under pressure to crack down on rogue bettors and stop insider trading

A soldier betting on an operation to oust Venezuela’s leader

Prediction markets under pressure to crack down on rogue bettors and stop insider trading
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Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia

President Donald Trump said on Sunday Iran could telephone if it wants to negotiate an end to their two-month

Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia
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Colombia's ruling left set to extend time in power as Cepeda leads, poll shows

Colombia's ruling left-wing coalition appears poised to retain power, with Ivan Cepeda leading the presidential race on 44.3% support and on track to continue President

Colombia's ruling left set to extend time in power as Cepeda leads, poll shows
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Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88

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Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88
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North Korea's Kim to continue support for Russia, state media says

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country would continue to support Russia's policies and discussed bolstering military ties with Moscow, state media

North Korea's Kim to continue support for Russia, state media says
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Trump calls suspect in press dinner attack 'pretty sick guy' whose views alarmed relatives

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Trump calls suspect in press dinner attack 'pretty sick guy' whose views alarmed relatives
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

The Latest: Pakistan says US-Iran mediation moving ahead after Trump holds back envoys

Pakistan’s leaders are seeking to revive peace talks between the United States and Iran after President Donald Trump canceled plans for his top envoys to travel to Islamabad this weekend for negotiations

The Latest: Pakistan says US-Iran mediation moving ahead after Trump holds back envoys
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Oil prices increase after Iran doubles down on Strait of Hormuz closure, accuses US of undermining trust

Oil prices increase after Iran doubles down on Strait of Hormuz closure, accuses US of undermining trust

Oil prices increase after Iran doubles down on Strait of Hormuz closure, accuses US of undermining trust
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Trump portrays shooting as proof of his presidency's power

Donald Trump's tuxedo still looked freshly pressed when he stepped to the White House podium Saturday night, barely an hour after the

Trump portrays shooting as proof of his presidency's power
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Suspected gunman at White House Correspondents’ Dinner raises questions about event’s security protocol

Suspected gunman at White House Correspondents’ Dinner raises questions about event’s security protocol

Suspected gunman at White House Correspondents’ Dinner raises questions about event’s security protocol
Economy|Political|World

Iran's top diplomat briefly returns to Pakistan but Trump says the sides can talk by phone

Iran's foreign minister has briefly visited Islamabad again as Pakistan's leaders work to restart ceasefire talks between Tehran and Washington

Iran's top diplomat briefly returns to Pakistan but Trump says the sides can talk by phone
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Justice Department cites dinner shooting to press preservationists to drop Trump ballroom suit

The Justice Department is pushing to dismiss a lawsuit blocking President Donald Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project

Justice Department cites dinner shooting to press preservationists to drop Trump ballroom suit
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Strikes in Ukraine and Russia kill at least 16 on Chernobyl anniversary

Strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territory and Russia have killed at least 16 people

Strikes in Ukraine and Russia kill at least 16 on Chernobyl anniversary
Crime|Interview|Political|World

Latest attack threatening President Trump reflects rising political violence in US

The moral dimension of political polarization in the US, where each side views the other as immoral, helps fuel attacks like the one against Trump at the Washington Hilton.

Latest attack threatening President Trump reflects rising political violence in US
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DC gala shooting suspect aired grievances against Trump in writings to family

The man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner referred to himself as a “Friendly Federal Assassin” in writings sent to family members minutes before the shooting

DC gala shooting suspect aired grievances against Trump in writings to family
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The night a big story came directly to Washington's journalists — hundreds of them

More often than not, big stories happen out of the sight of journalists

The night a big story came directly to Washington's journalists — hundreds of them
Political|World

Palestinian authorities call local elections in a Gaza community and the West Bank a success

Palestinian authorities say local elections in Gaza and the West Bank are a success and mark a step toward a long-delayed presidential election

Palestinian authorities call local elections in a Gaza community and the West Bank a success
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Sound of gunfire carries eerie echoes of Reagan's shooting outside the same Washington hotel

The sound of gunfire at the Washington Hilton Hotel carried echoes of President Ronald Reagan's shooting outside the same hotel more than four decades ago

Sound of gunfire carries eerie echoes of Reagan's shooting outside the same Washington hotel
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Buckingham Palace says King Charles' trip to the US to go ahead

Buckingham Palace said on Sunday that the four-day trip to the United States by King Charles and Queen Camilla would go ahead as planned following a shooting at a dinner

Buckingham Palace says King Charles' trip to the US to go ahead
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King Charles' visit to US to proceed after Washington shooting

King Charles' state visit to the U.S. will go ahead as planned on Monday despite a shooting at a White House dinner attended by

King Charles' visit to US to proceed after Washington shooting
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Trump calls for unity and bipartisan healing after another violent incident. But will it last?

President Donald Trump is calling for unity after what he says he feels was a third assassination attempt

Trump calls for unity and bipartisan healing after another violent incident. But will it last?
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What happened inside the ballroom when a gunman tried to breach Trump's night with the press

The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner is one of Washington’s curious rituals

What happened inside the ballroom when a gunman tried to breach Trump's night with the press
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Trump says he speaks with Putin and Zelenskiy -Fox News

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Trump says he speaks with Putin and Zelenskiy -Fox News
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Visualizing the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting incident in maps

Visualizing the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting incident in maps

Visualizing the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting incident in maps
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With goals of Iran war unfulfilled, Netanyahu's government faces unhappy public as elections loom

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sold a vision to Israelis as the country entered the war with Iran and invaded Lebanon

With goals of Iran war unfulfilled, Netanyahu's government faces unhappy public as elections loom
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Peru's Fujimori, leftist Sanchez deadlocked in presidential runoff poll

Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori is heading for a dead-heat presidential runoff against leftist Roberto Sanchez, a new poll showed on Sunday, as Peru's vote count drags

Peru's Fujimori, leftist Sanchez deadlocked in presidential runoff poll
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Trump tells Fox News Iran can call US if it wants to negotiate

President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Iran can reach out to the United States if it wants to negotiate an end to the war between

Trump tells Fox News Iran can call US if it wants to negotiate
Crime|Interview|Political|US

Trump says shooting suspect didn't come close to ballroom

President Donald Trump said in an interview on Sunday on Fox News' "The Sunday Briefing" that the suspected shooter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner was

Trump says shooting suspect didn't come close to ballroom
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Tillis says he's ready to move ahead with confirming Warsh as Trump's pick as Fed chair

The Republican senator who had effectively blocked confirmation of President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve says he's dropping his opposition after the Department of Justice ended its investigation of the current central bank chair

Tillis says he's ready to move ahead with confirming Warsh as Trump's pick as Fed chair
Environment|Europe|Health|Political|Science|World

Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chornobyl disaster under cloud of war

Ukraine commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster on Sunday, amid fears that Russia's four-year war could spark a repeat of the world's

Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chornobyl disaster under cloud of war
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK's Starmer and Trump discuss 'urgent need' to restore shipping in Strait of Hormuz

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S.

UK's Starmer and Trump discuss 'urgent need' to restore shipping in Strait of Hormuz
Election|Finance|Political|World

Palestinian leader's loyalists win local elections, including some seats in Gaza

Loyalists of President Mahmoud Abbas won most races in Palestinian municipal elections, election officials said on Sunday, in

Palestinian leader's loyalists win local elections, including some seats in Gaza
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Syria’s first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus

Syria has opened its first public trial of officials linked to former President Bashar Assad

Syria’s first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus
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Ohio GOP primary for governor shows potential headwinds for Ramaswamy as he looks to fall campaign

Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race

Ohio GOP primary for governor shows potential headwinds for Ramaswamy as he looks to fall campaign
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Acting US attorney general says shooting likely targeted Trump administration officials

U.S.

Acting US attorney general says shooting likely targeted Trump administration officials