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Police shooting of a 1-year-old Mississippi boy ignites tension between police and Black residents

A police shooting in Senatobia, Mississippi, that left a 1-year-old child dead has ignited simmering tensions between police and Black residents in the town of 8,000

Police shooting of a 1-year-old Mississippi boy ignites tension between police and Black residents
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South Dakota man whose life sentence was commuted by Noem now implicated in his niece's death

A South Dakota man whose sentence of life in prison was commuted by former Gov. Kristi Noem is now implicated in the death of his 14-year-old niece

South Dakota man whose life sentence was commuted by Noem now implicated in his niece's death
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

US ICE says detainees at 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center are relocated

Detainees at Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" migrant detention center have been relocated to other facilities, the U.S.

US ICE says detainees at 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center are relocated
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU leaders agree to renew Russia sanctions for 12 months

European Union leaders agreed on Thursday to renew sanctions against Russia over its war against Ukraine for another 12 months, a spokesperson for the chair of the

EU leaders agree to renew Russia sanctions for 12 months
Election|Europe|Political|World

Voters cast ballots in Makerfield poll crucial to PM Starmer's future

The northern English area of Makerfield votes on Thursday in a local election that could return Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to parliament,

Voters cast ballots in Makerfield poll crucial to PM Starmer's future
Business|Crime|Finance|Political|World

New Mexico Epstein probe subpoenas US Attorneys' offices

New Mexico legislators probing Jeffrey Epstein on Thursday subpoenaed U.S. Attorneys' offices in three states and the U.S.

New Mexico Epstein probe subpoenas US Attorneys' offices
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

Purple Heart Denial: One Vet's Mission to Change the System

Purple Heart Denial: One Vet's Mission to Change the System

Purple Heart Denial: One Vet's Mission to Change the System
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Republicans blast Trump's Iran agreement as details emerge

U.S.

Republicans blast Trump's Iran agreement as details emerge
Economy|Political|Travel|World

Residents return to war-ravaged southern Lebanon with hope and sorrow after the US-Iran deal

Many Lebanese from the country's south hope the U.S.-Iran deal marks the start of better times

Residents return to war-ravaged southern Lebanon with hope and sorrow after the US-Iran deal
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US gas prices dip below $4 for 1st time since March but remain 25% higher than last year

U.S. gas prices have fallen to just below $4 a gallon on average, bringing some relief to drivers who have seen soaring costs amid Washington’s war with Iran

US gas prices dip below $4 for 1st time since March but remain 25% higher than last year
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Maryland exercises its right to match an $85 million offer to keep Preakness branding rights

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said the state will exercise its right of first refusal to match Churchill Downs Incorporated's $85 million offer for intellectual property of the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes

Maryland exercises its right to match an $85 million offer to keep Preakness branding rights
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump from 'hunted' to 'hunter': New book details Trump's push to test the limits of executive power

President Donald Trump believes that winning a second term in 2024 instead of 2020 has allowed him to return to the White House even more emboldened

Trump from 'hunted' to 'hunter': New book details Trump's push to test the limits of executive power
Business|Economy|Political|World

Carney says Canada, US held detailed, technical trade talks at G7

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Thursday he and his team had a series of discussions on trade issues with U.S. officials at the G7 summit in France this week, including

Carney says Canada, US held detailed, technical trade talks at G7
Arts|Environment|Political|World

The paint is already peeling in Trump's renovated Washington Reflecting Pool

The paint on Washington's newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Thursday was peeling away from the bottom and into the algae-tinted water,

The paint is already peeling in Trump's renovated Washington Reflecting Pool
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Political|US|World

Trump administration may alter slavery exhibit at Philadelphia site, court says

A federal appeals court on Thursday overturned a judge's ruling that prevented President Donald Trump's administration from replacing a slavery exhibit in

Trump administration may alter slavery exhibit at Philadelphia site, court says
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Cuba proposes sweeping reforms to socialist model amid US pressure

Cuba`s prime minister on Thursday presented lawmakers with sweeping measures backed by the Communist Party and former leader Raul Castro that would privatize a vast swath

Cuba proposes sweeping reforms to socialist model amid US pressure
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says 'we should stop' Utah mail-in voting

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that something should be done to stop mail-in voting in Utah ahead of the state's primaries next week.

Trump says 'we should stop' Utah mail-in voting
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Obama celebrates opening of his presidential museum with call to citizenship

Former U.S.

Obama celebrates opening of his presidential museum with call to citizenship
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Brent rises after Vance warns Israel against breaking ceasefire

Brent crude oil prices rose on Thursday after U.S.

Brent rises after Vance warns Israel against breaking ceasefire
Crime|Political|US

Man who admits setting cross on fire in Chicago park is charged with a hate crime

Police in Chicago say a 21-year-old man has been charged with a hate crime, arson and other offenses for a cross that was set on fire in a park

Man who admits setting cross on fire in Chicago park is charged with a hate crime
Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Obama Center opens in Chicago with a call to defend democracy and a celebrity crowd

Former President Barack Obama formally opened his presidential center in Chicago on Thursday with a call to defend democracy

Obama Center opens in Chicago with a call to defend democracy and a celebrity crowd
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump’s Iran agreement draws rare reproach from powerful Republicans

Trump’s Iran agreement draws rare reproach from powerful Republicans

Trump’s Iran agreement draws rare reproach from powerful Republicans
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

New book reveals how Trump compared himself to Mao, Stalin, Attila the Hun

New book reveals how Trump compared himself to Mao, Stalin, Attila the Hun

New book reveals how Trump compared himself to Mao, Stalin, Attila the Hun
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Some GOP senators and Trump allies have harsh reviews of his agreement to end Iran war

Republican leaders on Capitol Hill are voicing strong reservations —- and some outright condemnation — of the Trump administration’s agreement to end the fighting in Iran

Some GOP senators and Trump allies have harsh reviews of his agreement to end Iran war
Europe|Political|World

Hegseth attacks NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe

Hegseth attacks NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US

Democrats say money from Trump's tax cuts bill is paying for White House ballroom project

More than $350 million from President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” has been quietly directed to White House security

Democrats say money from Trump's tax cuts bill is paying for White House ballroom project
MidEast|Political|World

Iran's Khamenei says he approved MoU with US, despite reservations, after assurances on Iran's rights

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said on Thursday he had authorised a memorandum of understanding signed by the Iranian and U.S. presidents, despite holding a different view,

Iran's Khamenei says he approved MoU with US, despite reservations, after assurances on Iran's rights
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

US judge allows challenges to Trump's mail-in voting order ahead of November elections

A federal judge in Boston on Thursday ruled that Democratic-led states and voting rights groups could proceed with lawsuits challenging U.S.

US judge allows challenges to Trump's mail-in voting order ahead of November elections
Election|Finance|Political|World

Guyana UN candidate calls maintaining UN 'collective responsibility'

Guyana's candidate to be United Nations secretary-general said on Thursday there is a collective responsibility to ensure the world body can continue to act as a force for good,

Guyana UN candidate calls maintaining UN 'collective responsibility'
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Slovak government wins confidence vote after debt breach

Slovakia's parliament backed the government on Thursday in a confidence vote triggered by a breach of the country's legal debt limits, but the move sharpened debate over fiscal

Slovak government wins confidence vote after debt breach
Europe|Political|World

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia

A diplomatic overture to the Kremlin by European Council President Antonio Costa has exposed divisions among EU

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia
Crime|Political|US|World

Arizona prosecutors dismissing fake elector case but vow to seek new indictment

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is dismissing a criminal case that alleged President Donald Trump’s former chief of staff Mark Meadows, former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani and others tried to overturn Trump’s 2020 loss in the state

Arizona prosecutors dismissing fake elector case but vow to seek new indictment
Business|Political|World

US diplomats depart Latin America-focused mission amid clashes with Trump ally

Several senior U.S. diplomats posted to the Organization of American States have quit or been fired amid clashes with a Trump-appointed ambassador,

US diplomats depart Latin America-focused mission amid clashes with Trump ally
Political|US|World

Vance warns Israeli critics over Iran deal: Trump is your only ally

U.S.

Vance warns Israeli critics over Iran deal: Trump is your only ally
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro pitches crime crackdown to boost presidential bid

Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro is banking on a hard-line crackdown on crime to win over independent voters and shore up his base, as he looks to

Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro pitches crime crackdown to boost presidential bid
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Trump administration can replace Washington slavery exhibit in Philadelphia, appeals court says

A federal appeals court panel says the Trump administration can replace a slavery exhibit at George Washington’s home in Philadelphia

Trump administration can replace Washington slavery exhibit in Philadelphia, appeals court says
Election|Health|Political

NJ Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. sets June 30 return date after monthslong absence

New Jersey Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr., who’s been absent from Congress since March with an unspecified medical issue, is set to return on June 30

NJ Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. sets June 30 return date after monthslong absence
Americas|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Mother of pregnant teen with cancer who died challenges Dominican Republic's strict abortion ban

The mother of a teenage girl who died after doctors in the Dominican Republic delayed treating her for cancer because she was pregnant is challenging the country’s strict abortion ban

Mother of pregnant teen with cancer who died challenges Dominican Republic's strict abortion ban
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Vance, skeptical of foreign wars, becomes the face of Trump's Iran war deal

Vice President JD Vance has embraced the role of being the chief defender of the agreement he and President Donald Trump signed with Iran over the weekend

Vance, skeptical of foreign wars, becomes the face of Trump's Iran war deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Stocks climb on chips, Brent gains on Iran deal doubts

Major stock indexes climbed on Thursday as semiconductor shares jumped, while Brent oil touched its lowest level in weeks before finishing

Stocks climb on chips, Brent gains on Iran deal doubts
Election|Finance|Political|World

Fujimori edges toward Peruvian presidency as Sanchez calls for protests

Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori was on track on Thursday to win Peru's presidency by a narrow but growing margin, with only 0.6% of votes left to be

Fujimori edges toward Peruvian presidency as Sanchez calls for protests
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

White House sends text of interim US-Iran agreement to US Congress

The White House provided a copy of the interim U.S.-Iran agreement to the U.S.

White House sends text of interim US-Iran agreement to US Congress
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Allies announce $1 billion for Ukraine weapons package under PURL, Kyiv's defence minister says

Ukraine's allies have announced contributions to NATO's Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List programme for $1 billion at a meeting of the Ukraine

Allies announce $1 billion for Ukraine weapons package under PURL, Kyiv's defence minister says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US Treasury imposes sanctions on Lebanese officials, others for aiding Hezbollah

The U.S. government on Thursday announced sanctions against Lebanese officials it said were aligned with Hezbollah and members of the previously sanctioned Alaa Hassan

US Treasury imposes sanctions on Lebanese officials, others for aiding Hezbollah
Economy|Political|World

US-Iran deal redraws the Middle East: Iran gains, rivals alarmed

The U.S.-Iran agreement — the first signed by an American and an Iranian president since Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution — is being hailed by its backers as

US-Iran deal redraws the Middle East: Iran gains, rivals alarmed
Crime|Political|World

Colombia presidential vote centers on security, after armed groups expand

Colombia's next president must regain territorial control from illegal armed groups who gained ground under the current government, while also working

Colombia presidential vote centers on security, after armed groups expand
Political|Technology|Travel|World

White House staff bids farewell to planes used as Air Force One for more than 35 years

White House staff bids farewell to planes used as Air Force One for more than 35 years

White House staff bids farewell to planes used as Air Force One for more than 35 years
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Macron's diplomatic efforts bring Trump closer to European views

French President Emmanuel Macron's effort to court U.S. President Donald Trump culminated in a surprise moment at the Versailles Palace

Macron's diplomatic efforts bring Trump closer to European views
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Supreme Court sides with a Texas man who says it’s not a crime for marijuana users to have guns

The Supreme Court has ruled against a broad federal ban on gun ownership by marijuana users

Supreme Court sides with a Texas man who says it’s not a crime for marijuana users to have guns
Economy|Health|Political

RFK Jr. visits Michigan to announce $700M plan to fight drug addiction and homelessness

RFK Jr. visits Michigan to announce $700M plan to fight drug addiction and homelessness

RFK Jr. visits Michigan to announce $700M plan to fight drug addiction and homelessness
Education|Food|Interview|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|US|World

Juneteenth Eats: The history behind traditional foods eaten on the holiday

Juneteenth Eats: The history behind traditional foods eaten on the holiday

Juneteenth Eats: The history behind traditional foods eaten on the holiday
Education|Political|Sports

College sports bill clears a key Senate hurdle despite SEC, Big Ten opposition

A bipartisan bill top lawmakers and athletic leaders have described as the best chance to stabilize college sports has cleared a major hurdle in the Senate

College sports bill clears a key Senate hurdle despite SEC, Big Ten opposition
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Zimbabwe's 'Crocodile' leader makes another move to consolidate power

Emmerson Mnangagwa's political skills may have earned him the nickname "The Crocodile", but it still took half a century of working under Robert Mugabe

Zimbabwe's 'Crocodile' leader makes another move to consolidate power
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russian nuclear chief accuses Ukraine of killing Zaporizhzhia power plant worker in drone attack

The head of Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom on Thursday accused Ukraine of killing a key worker in a drone attack near the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia

Russian nuclear chief accuses Ukraine of killing Zaporizhzhia power plant worker in drone attack
Africa|Health|Political|World

Death toll from Israeli fire in Gaza since ceasefire passes 1,000, says health ministry

The number of Palestinians killed by Israeli fire in Gaza has reached more than 1,000 since a U.S.-brokered ceasefire last October, the enclave's health ministry said on

Death toll from Israeli fire in Gaza since ceasefire passes 1,000, says health ministry
Business|Economy|Political|World

India-US trade deal had created uncertainty between two nations, India's foreign secretary says

The trade deal between the United States and India was a major subject of discussion between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S.

India-US trade deal had created uncertainty between two nations, India's foreign secretary says
Political|World

Zimbabwe lawmakers back legislation extending president's time in power

Zimbabwe's lower house of parliament passed a bill to extend presidential terms from five to seven years on Thursday, which would

Zimbabwe lawmakers back legislation extending president's time in power
Crime|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court limits ban on gun ownership by marijuana users

The U.S.

US Supreme Court limits ban on gun ownership by marijuana users
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Western countries warn of atrocities, imminent RSF escalation in Sudan's al-Obeid

Dozens of countries including Britain, France and Germany raised the alarm at the U.N.

Western countries warn of atrocities, imminent RSF escalation in Sudan's al-Obeid
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump administration asks appeals court to let Kennedy pick vaccine panel members

The Trump administration is urging a U.S. appeals court to overturn a ruling that blocked Health Secretary Robert F.

Trump administration asks appeals court to let Kennedy pick vaccine panel members
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Brazil police target top Lula ally in widening Banco Master lender probe

A snowballing graft scandal crept closer to Brazil's president on Thursday with a federal police raid targeting his top ally in Congress, adding to the

Brazil police target top Lula ally in widening Banco Master lender probe
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

Two sides of a political chasm share one fear in Colombia’s presidential race: A return to the past

More than 10 million people are victims of the harshest acts of violence in Colombia's six decades of armed conflict

Two sides of a political chasm share one fear in Colombia’s presidential race: A return to the past
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Germany deploys ships to Red Sea for possible Hormuz mission, minister says

Germany is deploying two ships to the Red Sea in preparation for a possible military mission in the Strait of Hormuz, Germany's defence minister, Boris Pistorius, said on

Germany deploys ships to Red Sea for possible Hormuz mission, minister says
Europe|Political|US|World

Pentagon open to Poland's offer to host permanent U.S. base, Polish minister says

The U.S.

Pentagon open to Poland's offer to host permanent U.S. base, Polish minister says
Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil still has room for more interest rate cuts, says finance minister

Brazil's Finance Minister Dario Durigan said on Thursday that there was still room for further interest rate cuts in Brazil, but emphasized that it was the

Brazil still has room for more interest rate cuts, says finance minister
Environment|Health|Political|World

In Lebanon, first responders salvage memories from debris of destroyed HQ

Rescue workers in the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh said they believed their headquarters, clearly identified as a

In Lebanon, first responders salvage memories from debris of destroyed HQ
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens higher as Iran deal optimism offsets hawkish Fed

Wall Street's major indexes advanced on Thursday with technology shares leading gains as optimism about a Middle East peace deal offset worries about a hawkish Federal Reserve

Wall St opens higher as Iran deal optimism offsets hawkish Fed
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political

Colombia's De La Espriella seeks presidency with nationalist law-and-order campaign

Abelardo De La Espriella, a lawyer and businessman with no political experience, burst onto the political scene last year and is now favored to be

Colombia's De La Espriella seeks presidency with nationalist law-and-order campaign
Entertainment|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo XIV to visit Peru in early November

Pope Leo is set to visit Peru in the first half of November, interim President Jose Balcazar said on Thursday, following a meeting with the religious leader at the Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV to visit Peru in early November
Business|Economy|Election|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George’s opponent concedes in DC mayoral race

Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George’s opponent concedes in DC mayoral race

Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George’s opponent concedes in DC mayoral race
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Suspect in killing of a Russian artist critical of Putin has been arrested in Poland

A suspect in the fatal shooting of a Russian activist critical of President Vladimir Putin has been arrested in Poland

Suspect in killing of a Russian artist critical of Putin has been arrested in Poland
Political|Science

Americans keep voting for scandal-prone candidates because they just don’t want the other party to win

Polarization and negative partisanship have lowered the standards for whom Americans are willing to support.

Americans keep voting for scandal-prone candidates because they just don’t want the other party to win
Europe|Political|World

European Union seeks to reopen communication channel with Russia

The European Union has reached out to Moscow in a tentative bid to open a line of communication so the continent is not sidelined in any potential talks to end Russia’s grinding war in Ukraine, officials said

European Union seeks to reopen communication channel with Russia
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major drone attack on Russian capital

Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Moscow on Thursday, hitting the Russian capital's oil refinery for the second time this week in what

Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major drone attack on Russian capital
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Opinion|Political|World

Native Americans mark the US 250th with pride, pain and patriotism

America's 250th birthday marks a milestone of resilience for Native Americans

Native Americans mark the US 250th with pride, pain and patriotism
Europe|Health|Political|World

Archbishop apologises for Church of England's role in forced adoptions

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, apologised on Thursday for the Church of England's role in forcibly separating 185,000 children from unmarried

Archbishop apologises for Church of England's role in forced adoptions
Asia|Education|Political|World

China's Cai Qi cements spot as Xi confidant as head of Communist Party school

China officially appointed its fifth-ranked leader Cai Qi as head of the Communist Party's central ideology school, cementing his position as one of President Xi Jinping's

China's Cai Qi cements spot as Xi confidant as head of Communist Party school
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US signs $725 million loan pact with Energy Fuels to boost domestic rare earth production

The U.S. government signed a $725 million conditional loan commitment on Thursday with Energy Fuels to boost domestic processing of rare earth

US signs $725 million loan pact with Energy Fuels to boost domestic rare earth production
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

US announces targeted visa restrictions for some Ethiopians

The U.S.

US announces targeted visa restrictions for some Ethiopians
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Two men jailed in Britain for spying for China

Two men, including one who worked as a ​British immigration officer, were jailed on Thursday after being convicted of spying on ‌prominent pro-democracy dissidents now

Two men jailed in Britain for spying for China
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Philosopher, senator, exile: social reformer Cepeda seeks Colombia's presidency

Leftist senator and activist Ivan Cepeda, whose youth was marked by exile and the political assassination of his father, is vying for Colombia's

Philosopher, senator, exile: social reformer Cepeda seeks Colombia's presidency
MidEast|Political|US|World

Israel demarcates expanded Lebanon occupation zone, challenging US-Iran pact

Israel published a map on Thursday showing an expanded military control zone in southern Lebanon and said it would not

Israel demarcates expanded Lebanon occupation zone, challenging US-Iran pact
Economy|Europe|Political|World

A special election in the UK could hasten the rise of Andy Burnham and the end for Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer's future as Britain's prime minister is on the line in a special election in Makerfield in northwest England

A special election in the UK could hasten the rise of Andy Burnham and the end for Keir Starmer
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe and again criticizes NATO allies

Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe and again criticizes NATO allies

Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe and again criticizes NATO allies
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli foreign minister says he is severing contact with EU foreign policy chief

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on Thursday he was severing "all contact" with European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas over what he said were remarks

Israeli foreign minister says he is severing contact with EU foreign policy chief
Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong condemns G7 call for denuclearisation as violation of sovereignty

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of leader Kim Jong Un, condemned a G7 call for the country's denuclearisation as a violation of its constitution and an

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong condemns G7 call for denuclearisation as violation of sovereignty
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland detains suspect in killing of Russian artist critical of Putin, Tusk says

A suspect in the murder of a Russian national has been detained, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Thursday, after an artist critical of President Vladimir Putin

Poland detains suspect in killing of Russian artist critical of Putin, Tusk says
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Hegseth announces review of US troops in Europe, scorns some allies

U.S.

Hegseth announces review of US troops in Europe, scorns some allies
Political|Sports|World

Soccer-With relations icy, many Canadians lament hosting World Cup with US

Clad in Canada gear with a red cowboy hat and a maple leaf painted on her face, Catherine Paternal was ready to celebrate Canada's

Soccer-With relations icy, many Canadians lament hosting World Cup with US
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says Europeans probably 'pumped' Trump with harmful ideas during G7 summit

A top Kremlin aide said on Thursday that European leaders had probably pumped Donald Trump with harmful ideas at this week's G7 summit, but that the U.S. president was a

Kremlin says Europeans probably 'pumped' Trump with harmful ideas during G7 summit
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Kevin who? MoU trumps Fed

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Anna Szymanski, Editor-in-Charge, Reuters Open Interest Markets bristled at the Federal Reserve’s hawkish tilt -

Kevin who? MoU trumps Fed
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says 'Moscow will burn' if Russian strikes continue

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday heavy drone attacks on Russia were retaliation for a strike that damaged a historic monastery in Kyiv this week, and

Zelenskiy says 'Moscow will burn' if Russian strikes continue
Economy|Political|World

The 14-point US-Iran pact White House sent to Congress

The White House on Thursday sent Congress the text of an interim U.S.-Iran agreement to halt the war and open the Strait of Hormuz. 

The 14-point US-Iran pact White House sent to Congress
Political

Americans view Obama far more positively than Trump or Biden, CNN poll finds

Americans view Obama far more positively than Trump or Biden, CNN poll finds

Americans view Obama far more positively than Trump or Biden, CNN poll finds
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US and Iran sign initial deal to end war, ease sanctions and open strait as nuclear talks continue

An initial agreement to end the war between the United States and Iran calls for Tehran to dilute its stockpile of highly enriched uranium and would waive sanctions on the country, immediately allowing Iran to sell its oil freely

US and Iran sign initial deal to end war, ease sanctions and open strait as nuclear talks continue
Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth blasts NATO members, announces review of US forces in Europe

U.S.

Hegseth blasts NATO members, announces review of US forces in Europe
Political|Science|Technology|World

NATO says it agrees to modernise nuclear capabilities

NATO agreed on Thursday to modernise its nuclear capabilities and strengthen its nuclear planning capacity, the alliance's senior body for nuclear deterrence said in a

NATO says it agrees to modernise nuclear capabilities
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Trump says Apple to partner with Intel on US chip design, production

U.S. President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post on Thursday that Apple has agreed to work with Intel to design and manufacture its chips in the United States.

Trump says Apple to partner with Intel on US chip design, production
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan needs US weapons for self-defense as threat from China grows, diplomat tells AP

Taiwan's top diplomat in the U.S. says the island needs American weapons to bolster its self-defense against the growing threat from China

Taiwan needs US weapons for self-defense as threat from China grows, diplomat tells AP
Europe|Political|Science|World

UN nuclear watchdog chief welcomes Iran-US peace deal, says technical work starts now

The U.N. nuclear watchdog on Thursday welcomed the interim peace deal signed by Washington and Iran, saying it would now be involved in technical

UN nuclear watchdog chief welcomes Iran-US peace deal, says technical work starts now
Business|Finance|Political|World

Taiwan not 'provoking' China, hopes US arms sale package can be approved soon, president says

Taiwan safeguarding its own security and refusing rule by China's Communist Party should not be seen as a provocation, President Lai Ching-te

Taiwan not 'provoking' China, hopes US arms sale package can be approved soon, president says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Sweden, Norway and Canada to announce defence package for Ukraine, Sweden says

Sweden, Norway and Canada will announce a new Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) package to supply Ukraine with U.S. weapons, Sweden's Defence Minister Pal

Sweden, Norway and Canada to announce defence package for Ukraine, Sweden says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Swiss lower house of parliament rejects Mercosur trade deal

Switzerland's lower house of parliament has rejected an agreement with the South American trade bloc Mercosur amid opposition from both the right and left of the political

Swiss lower house of parliament rejects Mercosur trade deal
Asia|Election|Political|World

South Korea parliament launches probe into election ballot shortages

South Korea's parliament on Thursday launched a 45-day parliamentary investigation into the National Election Commission after ballot-paper shortages disrupted voting in the

South Korea parliament launches probe into election ballot shortages
Asia|Political|World

North Korea recalls its ambassador to Britain after sanctions on children's camp, report says

North Korea has recalled its ambassador to Britain just a month after he took up the post, downgrading diplomatic relations in response to British sanctions on a children's

North Korea recalls its ambassador to Britain after sanctions on children's camp, report says
Arts|Political|Sports|World

Knicks accept invitation to visit White House after win, owner says

Knicks owner James Dolan said on Wednesday the New York basketball team has accepted an invitation to the White House following last week's championship win.

Knicks accept invitation to visit White House after win, owner says
Australia|Business|Economy|Political

Australia softens impact of capital gains tax reform on small businesses after backlash

The Australian government, in a major turnaround, announced on Thursday changes to its capital gains tax overhaul after critics warned the planned reforms would stifle

Australia softens impact of capital gains tax reform on small businesses after backlash
Asia|Business|Political|World

South Korea's Lee leaves G7 with Trump's pen after talks about peace on the peninsula

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung left the G7 summit in France with the souvenir of a pen from U.S.

South Korea's Lee leaves G7 with Trump's pen after talks about peace on the peninsula
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Putin hosts leaders of Southeast Asian nations, seeking to boost their business ties

Russians President Vladimir Putin hosted leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, seeking to bolster business and other ties with members of the regional bloc

Putin hosts leaders of Southeast Asian nations, seeking to boost their business ties
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The Latest: US-Iran deal takes ‘immediate effect’ after both sides sign, Pakistan premier says

Leaders of both the U.S. and Iran have signed a memorandum of agreement on ending the war in Iran

The Latest: US-Iran deal takes ‘immediate effect’ after both sides sign, Pakistan premier says
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Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he spoke to Trump, Macron after G7 summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said late on Wednesday he had spoken to U.S.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he spoke to Trump, Macron after G7 summit
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Iran MOU was signed on Wednesday by Trump and Iran president, U.S. official says

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Iran MOU was signed on Wednesday by Trump and Iran president, U.S. official says
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US and Iran presidents sign ceasefire agreement, but Trump says he could still resume attacks

The U.S. and Iran released the text of an interim agreement their presidents have signed to end their

US and Iran presidents sign ceasefire agreement, but Trump says he could still resume attacks
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Macron deploys Versailles’ gold, mirrors and history in a high-stakes courtship of Trump

French President Emmanuel Macron is opening the gilded gates of Louis XIV’s palace to U.S. President Donald Trump for a private reception, show and dinner marking America’s 250th birthday

Macron deploys Versailles’ gold, mirrors and history in a high-stakes courtship of Trump
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UN food agencies warn acute hunger will worsen in 13 hot spots as famine risks rise

The United Nations’ food agencies warn that acute hunger is set to worsen across 13 global hot spots in the coming months, calling for urgent action

UN food agencies warn acute hunger will worsen in 13 hot spots as famine risks rise
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France's Macron hosts Trump at Versailles Palace

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte hosted U.S.

France's Macron hosts Trump at Versailles Palace
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What challenges could stand in the way of a final US-Iran deal?

When U.S. and Iranian negotiators sit down in Switzerland on Friday after nearly four months of war, the stakes couldn’t be higher as they face an

What challenges could stand in the way of a final US-Iran deal?
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Trump administration removed dozens of national park exhibits that 'disparage' US

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Trump administration removed dozens of national park exhibits that 'disparage' US
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Warsh Fed holds rates steady. Trump says 'It's all right. Whatever.'

President Donald Trump on Wednesday expressed confidence in Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh after the new central bank chief concluded his first rate-setting meeting with a

Warsh Fed holds rates steady. Trump says 'It's all right. Whatever.'
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Trump ties Iran deal to market swings, warns war risked 'catastrophe'

U.S.

Trump ties Iran deal to market swings, warns war risked 'catastrophe'
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UN warns Israeli settlers could join blacklist for violations against children

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UN warns Israeli settlers could join blacklist for violations against children
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Dinner at Versailles, alpine air and an Iran agreement: How Trump made it through another G7

Dinner at Versailles, alpine air and an Iran agreement: How Trump made it through another G7

Dinner at Versailles, alpine air and an Iran agreement: How Trump made it through another G7
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Nominee for DOJ watchdog says violence on January 6 wasn’t an ‘attack’ on the Capitol

Nominee for DOJ watchdog says violence on January 6 wasn’t an ‘attack’ on the Capitol

Nominee for DOJ watchdog says violence on January 6 wasn’t an ‘attack’ on the Capitol
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Georgia Republican legislative leaders reject governor's call for 2028 redistricting

Republican lawmakers in Georgia won’t redraw congressional and state legislative districts for the 2028 elections during a special session called by GOP Gov. Brian Kemp

Georgia Republican legislative leaders reject governor's call for 2028 redistricting
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Thwarted attack on UFC fight is another reason to build White House ballroom, Trump DOJ argues

Thwarted attack on UFC fight is another reason to build White House ballroom, Trump DOJ argues

Thwarted attack on UFC fight is another reason to build White House ballroom, Trump DOJ argues
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As US nears 250th birthday, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows many Americans doubt it will last another 250 years

As the U.S. approaches its 250th birthday next month, two out of five Americans do not believe it will endure another 250 years beyond that, according to

As US nears 250th birthday, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows many Americans doubt it will last another 250 years
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Trump says 'nobody' attacked Iran girls' school 'on purpose'

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Trump says 'nobody' attacked Iran girls' school 'on purpose'
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Tale of the ticker tape: The quirky history behind the Knicks' first NYC parade

The New York Knicks' ticker-tape parade will be a first

Tale of the ticker tape: The quirky history behind the Knicks' first NYC parade
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Trump: unfair for Iran to lack ballistic missiles if other countries have them

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that it would be unfair for Iran not to have ballistic missiles if other countries have them.

Trump: unfair for Iran to lack ballistic missiles if other countries have them
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Federal Trade Commission sues leading transgender health group

The Federal Trade Commission and four states are suing the World Professional Association for Transgender Health

Federal Trade Commission sues leading transgender health group
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Nigeria's ex-oil minister Alison-Madueke cleared of all charges in UK corruption trial

Former Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke was found not guilty of six bribery charges by a London jury on Wednesday, after a rare corruption trial of

Nigeria's ex-oil minister Alison-Madueke cleared of all charges in UK corruption trial
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US Health Department announces over $700 million to combat mental health, addiction, homelessness

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Wednesday announced more than $700 million in new funding opportunities aimed at tackling mental illness, addiction and homelessness.

US Health Department announces over $700 million to combat mental health, addiction, homelessness
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Federal Reserve policymakers show support for rate hikes as Warsh reins in guidance

The Federal Reserve kept its key rate unchanged Wednesday yet nearly half the central bank’s policymakers said they could support a rate hike later this year, an unexpectedly aggressive outcome that would disappoint President Trump and suggests heightened concerns about persistent inflation

Federal Reserve policymakers show support for rate hikes as Warsh reins in guidance
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Fed's Warsh flags new tasks forces to study Fed operations

By Michael S.

Fed's Warsh flags new tasks forces to study Fed operations
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Iran and US to end fighting and maritime blockades in the Gulf area per MoU, Iran's official news agency says

Iran and the United States will end fighting on all fronts, per MoU details published by Iran's official IRNA news agency on Wednesday, adding both countries to end naval

Iran and US to end fighting and maritime blockades in the Gulf area per MoU, Iran's official news agency says
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Pastors for Trump founder withdraws from US House race after texting scandal

Pastors for Trump founder withdraws from US House race after texting scandal

Pastors for Trump founder withdraws from US House race after texting scandal
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Trump thanks China's Xi, Russia's Putin for being 'neutral' in Iran war

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Trump thanks China's Xi, Russia's Putin for being 'neutral' in Iran war
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Trump blows up spy bill after Senate Republicans say 'no' to voter ID legislation

President Donald Trump's derailment of a U.S.

Trump blows up spy bill after Senate Republicans say 'no' to voter ID legislation
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Does Trump’s understanding with Iran count as a ‘deal’?

Does Trump’s understanding with Iran count as a ‘deal’?

Does Trump’s understanding with Iran count as a ‘deal’?
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Bernie Sanders unveils plan to give the public direct ownership of AI companies

Sen. Bernie Sanders is proposing a plan to give Americans ownership stakes in the country’s largest artificial intelligence companies

Bernie Sanders unveils plan to give the public direct ownership of AI companies
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Trump has nothing but praise for Modi at G7 after tensions over US military strike, trade

U.S. President Donald Trump described Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as his loyal friend, despite tensions over trade and oil sanctions

Trump has nothing but praise for Modi at G7 after tensions over US military strike, trade
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The interim US-Iran deal leaves the fate of Tehran's nuclear program still to be negotiated

The interim deal between the U.S. and Iran is supposed to usher in a two-month period that would address Tehran’s nuclear program

The interim US-Iran deal leaves the fate of Tehran's nuclear program still to be negotiated
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Trump's pick to lead FEMA pledges to be 'fair and reasonable' in assessing disaster aid requests

President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency, is pledging to senators to be “fair and reasonable” in assessing requests for disaster

Trump's pick to lead FEMA pledges to be 'fair and reasonable' in assessing disaster aid requests
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Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets India's Modi, says closer ties will make both countries stronger

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that he hoped closer ties and undertaking joint projects with India would make both countries stronger.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets India's Modi, says closer ties will make both countries stronger
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US official says parties can still walk away from Iran deal, sequencing will be key

Both Iran and the U.S. can walk away from the memorandum of understanding they are set to sign on Friday, and upcoming talks are

US official says parties can still walk away from Iran deal, sequencing will be key
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Trump suggests sanctions on Iran could be removed once 'they behave'

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday suggested that sanctions on Iran would be removed once "they behave."

Trump suggests sanctions on Iran could be removed once 'they behave'
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Lula says Trump must 'stay out' of Brazil elections

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Wednesday that U.S.

Lula says Trump must 'stay out' of Brazil elections
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Federal lawsuit filed against New Mexico over military spouse law license transfers

Federal lawsuit filed against New Mexico over military spouse law license transfers

Federal lawsuit filed against New Mexico over military spouse law license transfers
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US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud or face penalties

The U.S. Department of Labor is telling states they have to combat fraud, waste and abuse in their unemployment insurance programs

US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud or face penalties