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Trump keeps us up in the air with his hints of what’s coming in a new batch of UFO files

President Donald Trump is promising to release new UFO records that he says will be “very interesting.”

Trump keeps us up in the air with his hints of what’s coming in a new batch of UFO files
Europe|Political|Travel|US|World

Top US diplomat Rubio to meet with Pope Leo on Thursday, source says

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Top US diplomat Rubio to meet with Pope Leo on Thursday, source says
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

How redistricting and the Supreme Court have cut voters out of US House races

The number of competitive U.S. House of Representatives districts in this fall’s midterm elections was already near historic lows before the U.S.

How redistricting and the Supreme Court have cut voters out of US House races
Business|Education|Political|US|World

As Clarence Thomas hits a milestone, his conservative stamp on US Supreme Court endures

Clarence Thomas this week will reach a major milestone on the U.S. Supreme Court, becoming the second-longest-serving justice in American history.

As Clarence Thomas hits a milestone, his conservative stamp on US Supreme Court endures
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The Supreme Court keeps overturning precedent. It swears that it’s not

The Supreme Court keeps overturning precedent. It swears that it’s not

The Supreme Court keeps overturning precedent. It swears that it’s not
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea

China accused the Philippines of landing personnel on a disputed reef in the South China Sea on Sunday as Manila said it would dispatch ships to drive off Chinese vessels it

China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea
Political|Travel|World

Taiwan president defiant as begins Eswatini trip; China calls him a 'rat'

Taiwan has a right to engage with the world and no country can stop that, President Lai Ching-te told Eswatini's king after he arrived for a surprise trip that Taipei says

Taiwan president defiant as begins Eswatini trip; China calls him a 'rat'
Election|Political|World

Peru's electoral board calls for audit of election results

Peru's National Jury of Elections (JNE) on Saturday requested a "comprehensive and exhaustive IT audit" of the results of the general elections held on April 12, it said in a

Peru's electoral board calls for audit of election results
Crime|Political|World

White House dinner shooting suspect seeks end of suicide precautions

Attorneys for the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a black-tie press

White House dinner shooting suspect seeks end of suicide precautions
Economy|Environment|Political|World

President Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war

President Donald Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war but expressed skepticism it would be acceptable

President Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump threatens more cuts after US announced withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany

Trump threatens more cuts after US announced withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany

Trump threatens more cuts after US announced withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany
Asia|Political|World

North Korea's Kim casts youth as vanguard of state goals amid Russia war

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met delegates to the ruling party's youth league congress in Pyongyang, state media KCNA said on Sunday, as the government again cast young

North Korea's Kim casts youth as vanguard of state goals amid Russia war
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Fight over online access to abortion pill reaches Supreme Court in emergency appeal

Fight over online access to abortion pill reaches Supreme Court in emergency appeal

Fight over online access to abortion pill reaches Supreme Court in emergency appeal
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan's president lands in Eswatini in a trip delayed by lack of overflight clearance

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te says he has arrived in Eswatini, Taiwan’s only diplomatic ally in Africa, despite flight challenges reportedly due to Chinese pressure

Taiwan's president lands in Eswatini in a trip delayed by lack of overflight clearance
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

Momentum builds to reschedule White House Correspondents’ Dinner after shooting

Momentum builds to reschedule White House Correspondents’ Dinner after shooting

Momentum builds to reschedule White House Correspondents’ Dinner after shooting
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Mexican governor and mayor indicted by US for drug trafficking step down

Two members of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum’s party in Sinaloa state have temporarily stepped down after the U.S. charged them with drug trafficking

Mexican governor and mayor indicted by US for drug trafficking step down
Africa|Political|Technology|World

Rights summit in Zambia is canceled after Chinese pressure to exclude Taiwanese activists

The U.S.-based organizers of an international human rights conference say they have canceled next week's summit in the African nation of Zambia after pressure from China to exclude activists from Taiwan

Rights summit in Zambia is canceled after Chinese pressure to exclude Taiwanese activists
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US

Rep. Andy Barr gets coveted Trump endorsement in Kentucky Senate race to replace McConnell

President Donald Trump has endorsed Kentucky congressman Andy Barr in the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell

Rep. Andy Barr gets coveted Trump endorsement in Kentucky Senate race to replace McConnell
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Activists’ detention deepens Spain-Israel tensions as aid group says men have begun hunger strike

Spain’s Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares has demanded the immediate release of a Spanish-Swedish activist detained by Israel after an aid flotilla bound for Gaza was intercepted in international waters

Activists’ detention deepens Spain-Israel tensions as aid group says men have begun hunger strike
Crime|Political|World

Mexican governor steps aside after US accusations of cartel ties

The governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state, who has been accused by the U.S. of aiding one of the country's most powerful drug cartels

Mexican governor steps aside after US accusations of cartel ties
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Top Republicans express concern over Trump plan to withdraw troops from Germany

Two top Republican lawmakers expressed concern on Saturday about the Pentagon's decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany.

Top Republicans express concern over Trump plan to withdraw troops from Germany
Political|Travel|World

Taiwan's 12 remaining diplomatic allies

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te arrived in Eswatini on Saturday on a surprise trip, after his government blamed Chinese pressure for the cancellation of a visit that was meant to have

Taiwan's 12 remaining diplomatic allies
Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Gone are the days when California had a Republican governor – or are they?

Gone are the days when California had a Republican governor – or are they?

Gone are the days when California had a Republican governor – or are they?
Economy|Education|Political|US|World

Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling

A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting

Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state steps down after US drug indictment

Governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state steps down after US drug indictment

Governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state steps down after US drug indictment
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK PM Starmer says there could be new powers to ban pro-Palestinian marches

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the government could ban pro-Palestinian marches in some

UK PM Starmer says there could be new powers to ban pro-Palestinian marches
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Taiwan president arrives in Eswatini after blaming China for cancellation of prior trip

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te reached Eswatini on Saturday, two weeks after he was forced to postpone a trip to a diplomatic ally because Indian Ocean states

Taiwan president arrives in Eswatini after blaming China for cancellation of prior trip
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|US|World

Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war

(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)

Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy, Fico discuss Ukraine's EU accession

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he discussed Ukraine's accession to the European Union with Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico in a conversation on Saturday.

Zelenskiy, Fico discuss Ukraine's EU accession
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Fighting reaches outskirts of Kostiantynivka, a Ukrainian stronghold

Russian troops are inching toward the city of Kostiantynivka in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, trying to establish a foothold close to a heavily defended area, Ukraine's top

Fighting reaches outskirts of Kostiantynivka, a Ukrainian stronghold
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department can use military lawyer to prosecute civilian, judge rules

The Trump administration's assignment of military lawyers to help the Department of Justice

US Justice Department can use military lawyer to prosecute civilian, judge rules
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli airstrikes kill 7 in southern Lebanon as a Catholic convent is bulldozed

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon have killed at least seven people and wounded others

Israeli airstrikes kill 7 in southern Lebanon as a Catholic convent is bulldozed
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi hospitalized after a health crisis in prison

Iran’s imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Narges Mohammadi, has been urgently transferred to a hospital after a severe health decline

Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi hospitalized after a health crisis in prison
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Drone kills 2 in Kherson minibus strike, as Russia claims front-line progress

Two people have been killed after a Russian drone attacked a minibus in Kherson, Ukraine, according to local officials

Drone kills 2 in Kherson minibus strike, as Russia claims front-line progress
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Mali investigates soldiers over role in coordinated insurgent attacks

Malian authorities are investigating soldiers suspected of involvement in last week's coordinated attacks on army bases across the country by militants linked to al Qaeda and

Mali investigates soldiers over role in coordinated insurgent attacks
Business|Political|World

Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks, Iran official says

An Iranian proposal so far rejected by U.S.

Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks, Iran official says
Europe|Political|World

NATO: working with US to understand details of troop reduction in Germany

NATO is working with the United States to understand the details of the U.S. decision for a planned drawdown of U.S. troops from Germany, NATO spokesperson Allison Hart said

NATO: working with US to understand details of troop reduction in Germany
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump auto tariff hike could cost Germany nearly $18 billion in output, institute says

The tariff hike on cars and trucks from the European Union announced by U.S.

Trump auto tariff hike could cost Germany nearly $18 billion in output, institute says
Europe|Political|World

U.S. troops based in Europe

The United States is withdrawing 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany, the Pentagon announced on Friday, following a public spat over the war in Iran between U.S.

U.S. troops based in Europe
Arts|Business|Political|Technology|Travel|World

Reclusive Turkmenistan shows signs of cautiously opening up

From a brightly lit, open-plan office Azat Seyitmuhammedov runs an e-commerce startup, Wabrum, that he founded almost a decade ago.

Reclusive Turkmenistan shows signs of cautiously opening up
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Travel|US|World

Spirit to halt all flights as of early Saturday

Spirit to halt all flights as of early Saturday

Spirit to halt all flights as of early Saturday
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Takeaways from AP report on Trump administration's defiance of lower court orders

Federal judges around the country have raised alarms in recent months about the Trump administration’s failure to follow their orders in individual immigration cases

Takeaways from AP report on Trump administration's defiance of lower court orders
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says US Navy acting 'like pirates' to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports

President Donald Trump said on Friday the U.S.

Trump says US Navy acting 'like pirates' to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump expands US sanctions on Cuban government and affiliates

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Trump expands US sanctions on Cuban government and affiliates
Crime|Political|World

US 'troubled' by Cambodian court decision to uphold defunct opposition leader's conviction

The U.S.

US 'troubled' by Cambodian court decision to uphold defunct opposition leader's conviction
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Mali accuses military officers of working with jihadis to carry out attacks against government

A state public prosecutor alleges that some Malian military officers have been working with jihadis and separatists who recently launched their biggest round of attacks in over a decade

Mali accuses military officers of working with jihadis to carry out attacks against government
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says a Spirit bailout still is possible as doubts about the airline's survival mount

President Donald Trump says his administration is still weighing a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines “but only if it's a good deal” for the government

Trump says a Spirit bailout still is possible as doubts about the airline's survival mount
Health|Political

Court restricts abortion access across the US by blocking the mailing of mifepristone

A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion in the U.S. by blocking the mailing of mifepristone

Court restricts abortion access across the US by blocking the mailing of mifepristone
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump rallies seniors in Florida as Republicans face tough elections

In his first event outside the White House since an apparent assassination attempt, U.S.

Trump rallies seniors in Florida as Republicans face tough elections
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US bypasses congressional review for military sales of $8.6 billion to Middle East allies

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US bypasses congressional review for military sales of $8.6 billion to Middle East allies
Election|Political|US|World

Redistricting battle intensifies in states after US Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act

A Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana has amplified an already intense national redistricting battle

Redistricting battle intensifies in states after US Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace plan

President Donald Trump said Friday that he’s “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest proposal in negotiations to end the war

The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace plan
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

ActBlue sues to block Texas attorney general's 'retribution' lawsuit

Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue sued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Friday, trying to block the Republican from pursuing investigations and

ActBlue sues to block Texas attorney general's 'retribution' lawsuit
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

US withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany, US officials say

The United States is withdrawing 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany, the Pentagon announced on Friday, as a rift over the Iran war widens

US withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany, US officials say
Europe|Political|World

US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months, fulfilling Trump's threat

The Pentagon says the United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany in the next six to 12 months

US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months, fulfilling Trump's threat
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Prosecutors release new video showing moments before White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

Prosecutors release new video showing moments before White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

Prosecutors release new video showing moments before White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political

Fugees rapper Pras reports to prison to begin 14-year sentence

Grammy-winning rapper Prakazrel “Pras” Michel of the Fugees has reported to federal prison to begin a 14-year sentence following a conviction over illegally funneling millions of dollars in foreign contributions to former President Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign

Fugees rapper Pras reports to prison to begin 14-year sentence
Health|Political|World

Appeals court blocks FDA rule that allows women to obtain abortion drugs by mail

Appeals court blocks FDA rule that allows women to obtain abortion drugs by mail

Appeals court blocks FDA rule that allows women to obtain abortion drugs by mail
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

US warns European allies including UK and Poland of arms shipment delays, FT reports

Washington has warned European allies including the UK, Poland, Lithuania and Estonia to expect long delivery delays for U.S. weapons as the war

US warns European allies including UK and Poland of arms shipment delays, FT reports
Political|US|World

Cuba rejects Trump's new "coercive" sanctions

Cuba rejects fresh sanctions levied on Friday by U.S.

Cuba rejects Trump's new "coercive" sanctions
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Former US congressman convicted of secretly lobbying for Venezuela

Former U.S.

Former US congressman convicted of secretly lobbying for Venezuela
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives

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Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

US cautions Americans in UK to be alert after Britain raised threat level

The U.S. embassy in London has cautioned Americans in the UK to stay alert in public places, keep a low profile and review their personal security plans after British

US cautions Americans in UK to be alert after Britain raised threat level
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump says he's dissatisfied with Iranian proposal as rift with allies deepens

U.S.

Trump says he's dissatisfied with Iranian proposal as rift with allies deepens
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration's push to end special status

A federal judge in New York is protecting about 3,000 refugees from Yemen from being forced to leave the U.S., saying the Temporary Protected Status that was repeatedly granted to them should be extended again

Judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration's push to end special status
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Interview|Political|US|Videos|World

Catholic priest who criticized Trump immigration crackdown named West Virginia bishop

West Virginia's next Catholic bishop was born in El Salvador and has been critical of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown

Catholic priest who criticized Trump immigration crackdown named West Virginia bishop
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

Trump task force report alleges anti-Christian discrimination under Biden administration

A Trump administration task force has alleged discrimination against Christians during Joe Biden's presidency

Trump task force report alleges anti-Christian discrimination under Biden administration
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Colombia-Ecuador trade collapsing as tariff war intensifies, business groups say

The flow of goods between Colombia and Ecuador is drying up, industry groups on the South American countries' border say, as high

Colombia-Ecuador trade collapsing as tariff war intensifies, business groups say
Economy|Political|US|World

US judge blocks Trump from ending protections for 2,800 Yemeni nationals

A federal judge on Friday blocked U.S.

US judge blocks Trump from ending protections for 2,800 Yemeni nationals
Political|World

China says UN should revisit Lebanon peacekeeping mission decision

China's ambassador to the United Nations said on Friday that there was a need to revisit the U.N.

China says UN should revisit Lebanon peacekeeping mission decision
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Saudi oil prince's iron grip faces ultimate test with UAE's shock OPEC exit

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman now has an OPEC challenge to deal with on top of the largest ever disruption to

Saudi oil prince's iron grip faces ultimate test with UAE's shock OPEC exit
Economy|Political|World

Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's proposal to end the war

U.S. President Donald Trump says that he’s “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest proposal in negotiations to end war between the countries

Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's proposal to end the war
Political|US|World

Trump says deadline for Congress to approve Iran war doesn't apply: Hostilities have 'terminated'

The White House is telling Congress that hostilities with Iran have “terminated” despite the continued presence of U.S. armed forces in the region

Trump says deadline for Congress to approve Iran war doesn't apply: Hostilities have 'terminated'
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

US military reaches deals with 7 tech companies to use their AI on classified systems

The Pentagon says it has reached deals with seven tech companies to use their artificial intelligence in its classified computer networks This will allow the military to tap into AI-powered capabilities to help it fight wars

US military reaches deals with 7 tech companies to use their AI on classified systems
Health|Political|Science

Trump's new pick for surgeon general has both praised and cringed at his administration

President Donald Trump has chosen Dr. Nicole Saphier as his third pick for U.S. surgeon general

Trump's new pick for surgeon general has both praised and cringed at his administration
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says he'll place 25% tariff on autos from the EU, accusing it of not complying with trade deal

The head of the European Parliament trade committee calls President Donald Trump’s tariff hike on European Union automobiles “unacceptable.”

Trump says he'll place 25% tariff on autos from the EU, accusing it of not complying with trade deal
Political

Restless Democrats challenge party establishment while trying to loosen Trump's grip on Washington

Restless Democratic voters are rejecting their party’s establishment

Restless Democrats challenge party establishment while trying to loosen Trump's grip on Washington
Economy|Political|Travel|World

Cuba's Raul Castro joins May Day march as tensions simmer with US

Ninety-four-year-old former leader Raul Castro joined thousands of Cubans in an International Workers' Day march on Friday that passed through the capital of

Cuba's Raul Castro joins May Day march as tensions simmer with US
Political|US|World

Trump says he spoke with Iraq PM-designate, voices strong support

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Trump says he spoke with Iraq PM-designate, voices strong support
Political|World

China says urgent need to maintain Iran war ceasefire

China's U.N. ambassador Fu Cong said on Friday it was an urgent necessity to maintain the Iran war ceasefire and that he was sure the Strait of Hormuz issue would be high on the

China says urgent need to maintain Iran war ceasefire
Business|Entertainment|Political|Technology|World

Meta faces US lawmaker scrutiny over removal of lawyer ads for social media addiction cases

Meta should not have removed advertisements from attorneys seeking clients that claim they were harmed by social media platforms, two U.S. senators said

Meta faces US lawmaker scrutiny over removal of lawyer ads for social media addiction cases
Health|Political|World

Israel strikes in southern Lebanon kill 10 people as a Hezbollah drone wounds 2 Israeli soldiers

Israel has carried out airstrikes on southern Lebanon, killing at least 10 people

Israel strikes in southern Lebanon kill 10 people as a Hezbollah drone wounds 2 Israeli soldiers
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Legal team plans to meet with detained Myanmar ex-leader Suu Kyi this weekend

The legal team of Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi plans to meet the detained former leader this weekend after she was transferred to house arrest in the capital by the military-backed

Legal team plans to meet with detained Myanmar ex-leader Suu Kyi this weekend
Economy|Political|World

US to close its flagship Gaza mission as Trump plan stalls, sources say

A U.S. military-run body near Gaza that critics say failed in its mission to monitor the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and boost aid flows to besieged

US to close its flagship Gaza mission as Trump plan stalls, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Treasury warns shippers not to pay Hormuz tolls, even in form of charity

Any shipper paying tolls to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, including charitable donations to organizations such as the Iranian Red

US Treasury warns shippers not to pay Hormuz tolls, even in form of charity
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Gaza aid flotilla activists taken to Crete after Israeli interception

More than 100 pro-Palestinian activists aboard boats carrying aid bound for Gaza were taken to the Greek island of Crete on Friday after Israeli forces seized

Gaza aid flotilla activists taken to Crete after Israeli interception
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pentagon reaches agreements with top AI companies, but not Anthropic

The Pentagon said on Friday it had reached agreements with seven AI companies to deploy their advanced capabilities on the Defense

Pentagon reaches agreements with top AI companies, but not Anthropic
Economy|Political|Travel|World

CNN boards first commercial flight to Venezuela in nearly seven years

CNN's David Culver took off on a commercial passenger plane from the US to Venezuela as the countries continue to restore economic ties following the ouster of Venezuela’s strongman leader in January.

CNN boards first commercial flight to Venezuela in nearly seven years
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|World

Why the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline doesn’t actually constrain presidents

Donald Trump’s unilateral move to engage in military action against Iran isn’t unprecedented; Presidents Obama and Clinton directed U.S. military engagements without explicit congressional approval

Why the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline doesn’t actually constrain presidents
Crime|Political|World

Lawmakers accuse Justice Department of rushing SPLC indictment, citing whistleblower reports

Lawmakers accuse Justice Department of rushing SPLC indictment, citing whistleblower reports

Lawmakers accuse Justice Department of rushing SPLC indictment, citing whistleblower reports
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli police arrest a man suspected of attacking a nun near Jerusalem’s Old City

Israeli police have arrested a 36-year-old man caught on video attacking a nun near Jerusalem's Old City

Israeli police arrest a man suspected of attacking a nun near Jerusalem’s Old City
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says a strike hit Russian Black Sea oil terminal in Tuapse

Ukrainian forces have struck an oil terminal in the Russian Black Sea city of Tuapse, according to Ukraine’s General Staff

Ukraine says a strike hit Russian Black Sea oil terminal in Tuapse
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli authorities taking 2 activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla to Israel for questioning

Israeli authorities say they are taking two activists detained in international waters and who led an aid flotilla bound for Gaza to Israel for questioning

Israeli authorities taking 2 activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla to Israel for questioning
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Russia pounds Ukraine with drones in daytime attack

Russia launched more than 400 drones at Ukraine in a daytime attack, injuring 10 people in the western city of Ternopil, Ukrainian officials said on Friday.

Russia pounds Ukraine with drones in daytime attack
Health|Political|World

Former Brazil President Bolsonaro had shoulder surgery, remains hospitalized

Former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro successfully underwent right shoulder surgery on Friday, according to a note released by his medical team, which added that he

Former Brazil President Bolsonaro had shoulder surgery, remains hospitalized
Political|Sports

Ron DeSantis finds second act as key Trump ally. Will his third act be a 2028 run?

Ron DeSantis finds second act as key Trump ally. Will his third act be a 2028 run?

Ron DeSantis finds second act as key Trump ally. Will his third act be a 2028 run?
Economy|Education|Health|Political

Tens of thousands could lose Medicaid coverage as Nebraska becomes first state to implement GOP work requirement

Tens of thousands could lose Medicaid coverage as Nebraska becomes first state to implement GOP work requirement

Tens of thousands could lose Medicaid coverage as Nebraska becomes first state to implement GOP work requirement
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Jewish leaders in London reveal safety concern after stabbing attack

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Jewish leaders in London reveal safety concern after stabbing attack
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

King Charles III wins praise for deft handling of Trump on his US state visit

President Donald Trump praised King Charles III after the monarch's state visit this week, which is being hailed in the U.K. as a diplomatic triumph

King Charles III wins praise for deft handling of Trump on his US state visit
Economy|Political|World

Ceasefire hangs in the balance as Iran sends peace proposal to mediators

Ceasefire hangs in the balance as Iran sends peace proposal to mediators

Ceasefire hangs in the balance as Iran sends peace proposal to mediators
Business|Political|Science|Technology

Pentagon strikes deals with 8 Big Tech companies after shunning Anthropic

Pentagon strikes deals with 8 Big Tech companies after shunning Anthropic

Pentagon strikes deals with 8 Big Tech companies after shunning Anthropic
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Ukraine strikes Russian port of Tuapse again as environment crisis deepens

Ukrainian drones struck Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse on Friday for the fourth time in 16 days as authorities struggled to cope with a mounting

Ukraine strikes Russian port of Tuapse again as environment crisis deepens
Business|Economy|Political|World

Fed should ditch rate-cut lean because of oil shock, policymakers say

By Howard Schneider and Michael S.

Fed should ditch rate-cut lean because of oil shock, policymakers say
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

US criticises Zambia for lack of engagement as $1 billion health deal stalls

The United States has criticised Zambia for failing to engage on a new health aid agreement governing more than $1 billion in U.S. funding, saying repeated outreach from

US criticises Zambia for lack of engagement as $1 billion health deal stalls
Education|Opinion|Political|World

When immigration detention becomes a system of concentration: Lessons from research on 150 historical cases

Scholars have defined the elements of what qualifies as a concentration camp system. Based on those, ICE detention facilities meet the definition of concentration camps.

When immigration detention becomes a system of concentration: Lessons from research on 150 historical cases
Business|Economy|Political|World

Israel and the UAE find common cause as the Iran war cracks old Middle East alliances

Israel and the UAE find common cause as the Iran war cracks old Middle East alliances

Israel and the UAE find common cause as the Iran war cracks old Middle East alliances
Arts|Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

The world’s most important art festival is imploding and Russia and Israel sit at the center of the crisis

The world’s most important art festival is imploding and Russia and Israel sit at the center of the crisis

The world’s most important art festival is imploding and Russia and Israel sit at the center of the crisis
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

After major enforcement operations, the Trump administration recalibrates its immigration crackdown

President Donald Trump’s administration appears to be recalibrating its centerpiece policy of mass deportations after a series of major immigration enforcement operations in American cities soured the public’s mood on it

After major enforcement operations, the Trump administration recalibrates its immigration crackdown
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK man appears in court over stabbing of two Jewish men in London

A 45-year-old man appeared in a London court on Friday charged with attempted murder over an attack during which two Jewish men were stabbed

UK man appears in court over stabbing of two Jewish men in London
Economy|Political|World

Trump is supposed to get Congress’ approval when the Iran war hits 60 days. Lawmakers can’t agree when that is

Trump is supposed to get Congress’ approval when the Iran war hits 60 days. Lawmakers can’t agree when that is

Trump is supposed to get Congress’ approval when the Iran war hits 60 days. Lawmakers can’t agree when that is
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Man jailed after being charged with attempted murder in stabbings of Jewish men in London

A 45-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder in the stabbings of two Jewish men in London

Man jailed after being charged with attempted murder in stabbings of Jewish men in London
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Californians now paying 6 bucks a gallon for kicks on Route 66

Motorists commemorating the centennial of U.S.

Californians now paying 6 bucks a gallon for kicks on Route 66
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Syria relies on Russia's oil despite pivot to the West

Russia has emerged as the main supplier of oil to Syria, Reuters reporting shows, despite the new government's alignment with the West and widespread

Syria relies on Russia's oil despite pivot to the West
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Antigua and Barbuda PM Browne wins fourth term promising growth

Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne won a landslide election victory late on Thursday, securing a fourth term after a campaign

Antigua and Barbuda PM Browne wins fourth term promising growth
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US Navy turns to AI firm Domino for options to counter Iranian mines

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US Navy turns to AI firm Domino for options to counter Iranian mines
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US names Vietnam as top concern country in intellectual property rights report

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US names Vietnam as top concern country in intellectual property rights report
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King Charles charms America and avoids pitfalls during his four-day whirlwind US tour

King Charles charms America and avoids pitfalls during his four-day whirlwind US tour

King Charles charms America and avoids pitfalls during his four-day whirlwind US tour
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Azerbaijan summons EU envoy in row over treatment of Karabakh Armenians

Azerbaijan summoned the EU's ambassador on Friday to protest against a European Parliament resolution condemning Baku's detention of Armenian prisoners of

Azerbaijan summons EU envoy in row over treatment of Karabakh Armenians
Australia|Crime|Political|World

Riot erupts over Australian Indigenous girl's suspected killer, authorities urge calm

Hundreds of protesters clashed with Australian emergency services workers in a remote town following the arrest of a man suspected of

Riot erupts over Australian Indigenous girl's suspected killer, authorities urge calm
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Banksy’s new flag-wielding London statue satirizes blind patriotism

Banksy’s new flag-wielding London statue satirizes blind patriotism

Banksy’s new flag-wielding London statue satirizes blind patriotism
Election|Political|World

The world’s biggest democracy has purged electoral rolls, leaving many without a vote

The world’s biggest democracy has purged electoral rolls, leaving many without a vote

The world’s biggest democracy has purged electoral rolls, leaving many without a vote
Election|Political|US

Florida Republicans slice and dice congressional districts: How a new map could cost Democrats seats

The redrawn congressional district lines that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon sign into law are intended to help Republicans pick up as many as four U.S. House seats in November — a scenario that would cost some Democrats their seats

Florida Republicans slice and dice congressional districts: How a new map could cost Democrats seats
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Former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison to house arrest in Myanmar

Myanmar’s former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest

Former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison to house arrest in Myanmar
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Federal monitor flags 'dysfunction' in UAW's management of investments

A federally appointed monitor overseeing the United Auto Workers found “multiple points of breakdown” in a delayed investment of union funds that

Federal monitor flags 'dysfunction' in UAW's management of investments
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Ukraine sees path to getting Japanese arms after Tokyo eases export rules

Japan's relaxation of its weapons-export rules opens a path for talks that could one day lead to Tokyo supplying military equipment to help

Ukraine sees path to getting Japanese arms after Tokyo eases export rules
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's government to announce new measures on household indebtedness next week

Brazil's government will announce on Monday new measures to tackle household indebtedness, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Thursday, signaling that the

Brazil's government to announce new measures on household indebtedness next week
Crime|Health|Political|World

Transgender Idaho residents challenge state law restricting public restroom access

Six transgender residents of Idaho have filed suit challenging a new state law making it a crime for them to use sex-designated public restrooms and changing areas

Transgender Idaho residents challenge state law restricting public restroom access
MidEast|Political|World

US official says Iran war truce 'terminated' hostilities for war powers deadline

A U.S.-Iran ceasefire that began in early April has "terminated" hostilities between the two sides for the purposes of an approaching

US official says Iran war truce 'terminated' hostilities for war powers deadline
Election|Political|US

Louisiana congressional primaries are suspended as a result of the Supreme Court's ruling

Louisiana’s congressional primaries are not going forward as scheduled in May as a result of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling

Louisiana congressional primaries are suspended as a result of the Supreme Court's ruling
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Trump administration says its war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline

The Trump administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of the ceasefire that began in early April

Trump administration says its war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Some US troops cite benefits of Germany presence as Trump threatens pullback

At a U.S Army training facility in Germany on Thursday, some senior officers highlighted the benefits of

Some US troops cite benefits of Germany presence as Trump threatens pullback
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US Congress passes 45-day surveillance law extension

Congress on Thursday passed a 45-day extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, prolonging a debate about a section of the spy law that critics say

US Congress passes 45-day surveillance law extension
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Argentina's Casa Rosada invites journalists back starting Monday

Argentina's Casa Rosada, where government press conferences are held, will allow accredited journalists back on Monday after blocking access last week, a

Argentina's Casa Rosada invites journalists back starting Monday
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Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks

Iran said on Thursday it would respond with "long and painful strikes" on U.S. positions if Washington renewed attacks and

Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks
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US FEMA reinstates employees it placed on leave after letter of dissent

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US FEMA reinstates employees it placed on leave after letter of dissent
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‘A big opportunity for the country’: First commercial flight from US lands in Venezuela after nearly 7 years

‘A big opportunity for the country’: First commercial flight from US lands in Venezuela after nearly 7 years

‘A big opportunity for the country’: First commercial flight from US lands in Venezuela after nearly 7 years
Economy|Election|Political|US|World

Louisiana delays US House primary to draw new map after Supreme Court ruling

Republican Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry on Thursday suspended the state's May 16 congressional primary election just two days before early voting was set to begin,

Louisiana delays US House primary to draw new map after Supreme Court ruling
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Pivotal US-Iran war deadline approaches with no end in sight for conflict

U.S.

Pivotal US-Iran war deadline approaches with no end in sight for conflict
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump, Secret Service director say agent at dinner not shot by friendly fire

U.S.

Trump, Secret Service director say agent at dinner not shot by friendly fire
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Soccer-Palestinian FA chief hits out at Israeli federation VP at FIFA Congress

Palestinian soccer federation President Jibril Rajoub refused to stand alongside Israel FA Vice-President Basim Sheikh Suliman in a heated moment at

Soccer-Palestinian FA chief hits out at Israeli federation VP at FIFA Congress
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Trump lifts tariffs on UK whisky to toast departing King Charles

U.S.

Trump lifts tariffs on UK whisky to toast departing King Charles
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Iran’s supreme leader vows to protect nuclear and missile capabilities

Iran's supreme leader says the Islamic Republic will protect its nuclear and missile capabilities as a national asset

Iran’s supreme leader vows to protect nuclear and missile capabilities
Crime|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|US

How a speculative story about dead and missing scientists went from the fringe to the White House

How a speculative story about dead and missing scientists went from the fringe to the White House

How a speculative story about dead and missing scientists went from the fringe to the White House
Political

House Ethics Committee investigating allegations of sexual harassment against GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards

House Ethics Committee investigating allegations of sexual harassment against GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards

House Ethics Committee investigating allegations of sexual harassment against GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards
Political

Trump signs bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, ending record shutdown

President Donald Trump has signed a bill funding much of the Department of Homeland Security and ending the longest agency shutdown in history

Trump signs bill funding the Department of Homeland Security, ending record shutdown
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FEMA workers who sounded alarm over nation's disaster preparedness reinstated after 8 months

Fourteen FEMA employees who signed a public letter criticizing the nation's disaster preparedness have been reinstated after eight months on paid leave

FEMA workers who sounded alarm over nation's disaster preparedness reinstated after 8 months
Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Nearly 1,000 Ridglan Farms beagles to be transferred to rescue group

Nearly 1,000 Ridglan Farms beagles to be transferred to rescue group

Nearly 1,000 Ridglan Farms beagles to be transferred to rescue group
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump threatens to pull some US troops from Germany, Italy and Spain amid spat over Iran war

Trump threatens to pull some US troops from Germany, Italy and Spain amid spat over Iran war

Trump threatens to pull some US troops from Germany, Italy and Spain amid spat over Iran war
Americas|Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political

Camp Mystic drops summer reopening plan over outrage by families and Texas lawmakers

Camp Mystic officials have withdrawn their application for a license to operate this summer, a year after devastating floods tore through the river-side camp site, killing 25 young campers and two teenage counselors

Camp Mystic drops summer reopening plan over outrage by families and Texas lawmakers
Political|Sports|World

Soccer-'They are not representing Iran': Protesters urge FIFA to ban Iran from World Cup

Iran's soccer team represents the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), not the people of Iran, and FIFA should ban the team from participating in

Soccer-'They are not representing Iran': Protesters urge FIFA to ban Iran from World Cup
Health|Political|US

Trump pulls Casey Means' stalled surgeon general nomination. New pick is radiologist Nicole Saphier

President Donald Trump says he's nominating former Fox News Channel contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier for surgeon general after Dr. Casey Means’ path forward stalled in the Senate

Trump pulls Casey Means' stalled surgeon general nomination. New pick is radiologist Nicole Saphier
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Trump gives go-ahead to major new Canada-US oil pipeline

President Donald Trump has granted a key approval to a major new pipeline that would move oil from Canada into the central U.S. The three-foot-wide Bridger Pipeline Expansion would carry up to 550,000 barrels of oil a day from the Canadian border with Montana down through eastern Montana and Wyoming, where it would link up with another pipeline

Trump gives go-ahead to major new Canada-US oil pipeline
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Trump signs executive order expanding workers’ access to retirement plans

Trump signs executive order expanding workers’ access to retirement plans

Trump signs executive order expanding workers’ access to retirement plans
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Trump congratulates Zaidi on his nomination to be next Iraqi prime minister

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Trump congratulates Zaidi on his nomination to be next Iraqi prime minister
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Trump signs order authorizing oil pipeline project partially reviving Keystone XL

U.S.

Trump signs order authorizing oil pipeline project partially reviving Keystone XL
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US Senate bans its members, staff from betting in prediction markets

The U.S.

US Senate bans its members, staff from betting in prediction markets
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Israel seizes Gaza aid ships in international waters, organisers decry move

Israel has seized aid ships bound for Gaza in international waters near Greece, flotilla organisers said on Thursday, decrying the move as an "escalation of Israel's

Israel seizes Gaza aid ships in international waters, organisers decry move
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump says 'probably' when asked if he might pull US troops out of Italy, Spain

President Donald Trump on Thursday said "probably" when asked whether he would consider pulling U.S. troops out of Italy and Spain, a day after

Trump says 'probably' when asked if he might pull US troops out of Italy, Spain
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Panama president says port caught in US-China dispute

Panama President Jose Raul Mulino said his country maintains a positive relationship with China despite being caught up in a dispute between the Asian

Panama president says port caught in US-China dispute
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump names Nicole Saphier as Surgeon General pick, withdraws Means

U.S. President Donald Trump named radiologist and Fox News contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier as his pick for U.S.

Trump names Nicole Saphier as Surgeon General pick, withdraws Means
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China, US economic chiefs raise complaints in 'candid' call ahead of Trump-Xi summit

The top U.S. and Chinese economic officials held "candid" talks on Thursday ahead of a meeting set for May between President

China, US economic chiefs raise complaints in 'candid' call ahead of Trump-Xi summit
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US House passes farm bill after scrapping pesticide language opposed by MAHA

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US House passes farm bill after scrapping pesticide language opposed by MAHA
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Trump: ABC in jeopardy by keeping Kimmel on air

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that ABC is putting themselves in great jeopardy by keeping late night host Jimmy Kimmel on air.

Trump: ABC in jeopardy by keeping Kimmel on air
Europe|Political|Travel|World

After charming Trump, King Charles gets Appalachian welcome then heads to Bermuda

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla wrapped up their four-day state visit to the U.S. on Thursday

After charming Trump, King Charles gets Appalachian welcome then heads to Bermuda
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Congress approves short-term extension of divisive US surveillance program hours before expiration

Congress gave approval to a short-term extension of a key U.S. surveillance program as they continue to work toward a long-term deal

Congress approves short-term extension of divisive US surveillance program hours before expiration
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Trump administration defers $91M more in Minnesota Medicaid funding citing fraud vulnerabilities

The Trump administration has deferred an additional $91 million in Medicaid funding to Minnesota, citing concerns about fraud in state-run programs

Trump administration defers $91M more in Minnesota Medicaid funding citing fraud vulnerabilities
Arts|Entertainment|Interview|Political|US|Videos

Trump says ABC had ‘better’ fire Kimmel as Disney stands firm

Trump says ABC had ‘better’ fire Kimmel as Disney stands firm

Trump says ABC had ‘better’ fire Kimmel as Disney stands firm
Economy|Political|World

Takeaways from Hegseth's first hearings in Congress since the start of Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has appeared before Congress at a pair of hearings this week for the first time since the Trump administration started the Iran war

Takeaways from Hegseth's first hearings in Congress since the start of Iran war
Economy|Political|World

US hits Congo's former president with sanctions over support for rebels

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on former Congolese President Joseph Kabila for his alleged role in funding and providing political support to rebel groups operating in the east of his country

US hits Congo's former president with sanctions over support for rebels
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Fact check: Amid spike, prominent Republicans make false claims about gas prices

Fact check: Amid spike, prominent Republicans make false claims about gas prices

Fact check: Amid spike, prominent Republicans make false claims about gas prices
Economy|Political|World

Trump gives his blessing to Iraq's new pick for prime minister and invites al-Zaidi to Washington

U.S. President Donald Trump has called Iraq’s new prime minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi and invited him to visit Washington once he forms a government

Trump gives his blessing to Iraq's new pick for prime minister and invites al-Zaidi to Washington
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Congress votes to reopen key parts of DHS, after House GOP caves on ICE funding

CNN's Manu Raju joins Boris Sanchez and Brianna Keilar live from Capitol Hill on Congress voting to reopen key parts of the Department of Homeland Security - including the Transportation Security Administration - after weeks of GOP infighting that prolonged a record shutdown of the critical agency.

Congress votes to reopen key parts of DHS, after House GOP caves on ICE funding
Africa|Political|World

Lebanon's internal splits over talks with Israel trip up Saudi mediation efforts

A growing rift among top Lebanese officials has thrown a wrench into Saudi efforts to help Lebanon's leaders

Lebanon's internal splits over talks with Israel trip up Saudi mediation efforts
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The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years lands in Caracas

The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela has arrived in the Venezuelan capital Caracas

The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years lands in Caracas