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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
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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
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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

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

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Hegseth blasts NATO members, announces review of US forces in Europe
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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
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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
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Political|Science|Technology|World

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
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

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
MidEast|Political|US|World

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
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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
Arts|Europe|Political|Travel|World

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
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

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
Arts|Political|Travel|World

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
Business|Economy|Political|World

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?
Education|Environment|Political

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
Business|Economy|Political|World

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.'
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump ties Iran deal to market swings, warns war risked 'catastrophe'

U.S.

Trump ties Iran deal to market swings, warns war risked 'catastrophe'
Crime|Political|World

UN warns Israeli settlers could join blacklist for violations against children

U.N.

UN warns Israeli settlers could join blacklist for violations against children
Arts|Food|Political|Sports|Travel|World

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
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Election|Political|US|World

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
Arts|Crime|Political|Sports|US

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
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

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
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump says 'nobody' attacked Iran girls' school 'on purpose'

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Trump says 'nobody' attacked Iran girls' school 'on purpose'
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports

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
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

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
Health|Political|Science

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
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

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
Health|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Crime|Political|US

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
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

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
Business|Political|World

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’?
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Science|Technology

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
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Asia|Europe|Political|World

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
MidEast|Political|US|World

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
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

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'
Election|Finance|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

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
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Deputy fired, two other senior officials on leave in connection with escaped inmate

Deputy fired, two other senior officials on leave in connection with escaped inmate

Deputy fired, two other senior officials on leave in connection with escaped inmate
Economy|Political|World

US releases official agreement with Iran. Read the 14-point text

US releases official agreement with Iran. Read the 14-point text

US releases official agreement with Iran. Read the 14-point text
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says Netanyahu could use 'softer touch' in Lebanon

Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could use a "softer touch" in the fight against Hezbollah militants in

Trump says Netanyahu could use 'softer touch' in Lebanon
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Senate committee sets vote on Trump's BLS chief nominee

A U.S. Senate committee will vote next week on whether to advance the nomination of Brett Matsumoto, President Donald Trump's pick to head the U.S.

Senate committee sets vote on Trump's BLS chief nominee
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

EU Council opening communication channels with Kremlin, official says

The office of European Council President Antonio Costa has made "brief contacts at diplomatic level" with the Kremlin in recent weeks "to open

EU Council opening communication channels with Kremlin, official says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine working on additional $20 billion military aid from allies, defence minister says

Ukraine is seeking an additional $20 billion in military funding from its allies, Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said on Wednesday at a joint press conference with his Dutch

Ukraine working on additional $20 billion military aid from allies, defence minister says
Economy|Finance|Political|World

US quietly allows waiver on Russian oil to expire

The U.S.

US quietly allows waiver on Russian oil to expire
Economy|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

'I'm the boss', Trump says at G7, as he warms to Ukraine's war aims

U.S.

'I'm the boss', Trump says at G7, as he warms to Ukraine's war aims
Education|MidEast|Political|World

Israel approves settler building plans in Palestinian West Bank city

Israel on Wednesday approved the expansion of a Jewish school for settlers living in the centre of the Palestinian city of Hebron

Israel approves settler building plans in Palestinian West Bank city
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says will discuss with Gulf nations Iran's ballistic missiles, terrorist proxies

U.S.

Trump says will discuss with Gulf nations Iran's ballistic missiles, terrorist proxies
Crime|Political|World

Ugandan opposition figure's lawyer charged with treason-related offence

A prominent Ugandan lawyer representing detained opposition figure Kizza Besigye was charged with a treason-related offence on Wednesday, days after he was arrested by

Ugandan opposition figure's lawyer charged with treason-related offence
Economy|Political|World

Brazil pushes for focused rural debt relief as Senate passes broad bill

Brazil's government backs a rural debt renegotiation program but wants it more targeted, the Finance Ministry said on Wednesday.

Brazil pushes for focused rural debt relief as Senate passes broad bill
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

VW investor Qatar complicates plant deal talks with Israeli arms maker, sources say

Volkswagen's plans for a deal with Israeli arms maker Rafael to use its struggling Osnabrueck plant are being complicated by Qatar's

VW investor Qatar complicates plant deal talks with Israeli arms maker, sources say
Health|Political|World

US FTC sues transgender health nonprofit over youth care standards

The U.S.

US FTC sues transgender health nonprofit over youth care standards
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump invokes law to increase weapons production after Iran war depleted US stocks

Trump invokes law to increase weapons production after Iran war depleted US stocks

Trump invokes law to increase weapons production after Iran war depleted US stocks
Arts|Crime|Education|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking bus carrying schoolchildren, Kyiv denies it

Russia accused Ukraine of conducting a deadly drone strike on a bus carrying Belarusian schoolchildren on Wednesday, an allegation that Ukraine's military said was "false".

Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking bus carrying schoolchildren, Kyiv denies it
Europe|Political|World

Poland and Germany sign bilateral defence agreement

Poland and Germany have signed a bilateral defence agreement, defence ministers of both countries announced on Wednesday, as Warsaw is seeking to firm up its alliances at a

Poland and Germany sign bilateral defence agreement
Business|Political|World

Trump, Modi discuss trade, safety of Indian sailors in Gulf region

U.S.

Trump, Modi discuss trade, safety of Indian sailors in Gulf region
Economy|Political|World

Iranians see little chance of life improving as interim deal halts war with US

When Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi announced the interim deal this week to end the war with the United States, he declared his country the victor.

Iranians see little chance of life improving as interim deal halts war with US
Crime|Political|US

In private speech, Blanche tried to mend fences with critical conservative activist

In private speech, Blanche tried to mend fences with critical conservative activist

In private speech, Blanche tried to mend fences with critical conservative activist
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's ex-PM Zapatero denies wrongdoing in graft court hearing

Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero, a former prime minister of Spain, told a High Court judge on Wednesday that he never intervened to secure a

Spain's ex-PM Zapatero denies wrongdoing in graft court hearing
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump says he had good talks with Putin and Zelenskiy

President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he has had good talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on the sidelines of

Trump says he had good talks with Putin and Zelenskiy
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says he talked to Syrian leader about taking on Hezbollah

U.S.

Trump says he talked to Syrian leader about taking on Hezbollah
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says G7 leaders pledge more vital help for Ukraine against Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has secured key support from world leaders at the Group of Seven summit in France

Zelenskyy says G7 leaders pledge more vital help for Ukraine against Russia
Political|US|World

Trump says won't sign FISA unless his voting bill included

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Trump says won't sign FISA unless his voting bill included
Business|Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

FACT FOCUS: Trump says illegal immigration increased car insurance premiums. Experts say otherwise

President Donald Trump is crediting his tough immigration policies for a drop in car insurance premiums

FACT FOCUS: Trump says illegal immigration increased car insurance premiums. Experts say otherwise
Europe|Political|World

NATO chief downplays US military cutbacks as top commander makes backup plans

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is downplaying the impact of the Trump administration's decision to reduce military support for allies

NATO chief downplays US military cutbacks as top commander makes backup plans
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Killing of Russian artist in Poland has hallmarks of political assassination, prime minister says

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says the killing of a Russian artist critical of President Vladimir Putin looks like a political assassination

Killing of Russian artist in Poland has hallmarks of political assassination, prime minister says
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

DIY zines are helping queer communities tell their own stories and craft their own culture

For decades, zinemakers have used their self-published work to forge connections and nurture political movements outside of the mainstream.

DIY zines are helping queer communities tell their own stories and craft their own culture
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN experts gravely concerned for Britons on hunger strike in Iranian jail

U.N. experts on Wednesday expressed grave concern for two Britons convicted in Iran of espionage who are now on hunger strike in jail.

UN experts gravely concerned for Britons on hunger strike in Iranian jail
Economy|Political|World

After war losses, Hezbollah seen gaining from Iran-US deal

Iran's interim deal with the U.S. looks set to bolster Hezbollah's political and financial hand in Lebanon,

After war losses, Hezbollah seen gaining from Iran-US deal
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

South African labour unions urge workers to shun anti-migrant protests

South Africa's biggest labour unions on Wednesday urged workers not to participate in anti-immigrant protests that have seized the country, and said they could face

South African labour unions urge workers to shun anti-migrant protests
Africa|Asia|Environment|Political|Science|World

Taiwan says its delegates have been barred from ocean conference in Kenya

Kenya has barred delegates from Taiwan from attending an international conference on oceans in the east African country under pressure from China, Taiwan's government said

Taiwan says its delegates have been barred from ocean conference in Kenya
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Buncombe County rises to 5th in NC for fentanyl death rate, data shows

Buncombe County rises to 5th in NC for fentanyl death rate, data shows

Buncombe County rises to 5th in NC for fentanyl death rate, data shows
Arts|Political|Science|Sports|World

How political leaders use combat spectacles to symbolize national power and purpose

For both Roman gladiators and modern-day mixed martial arts participants, physical contests become moral dramas about sacrifice and human limits. That has led today’s fighters to right-wing politics.

How political leaders use combat spectacles to symbolize national power and purpose
Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

US judge limits enforcement of Idaho's transgender bathroom access law

A federal judge on Tuesday barred Idaho from fully enforcing a new state law making it a crime, punishable by up to five years in prison, for transgender people to

US judge limits enforcement of Idaho's transgender bathroom access law
Crime|Political|World

Colombia's ELN open to talks with new president, but says it can survive military offensive

Colombia's National Liberation Army (ELN) rebels are willing to seek peace with whoever wins Sunday's presidential runoff,

Colombia's ELN open to talks with new president, but says it can survive military offensive
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Sri Lanka bribery commission arrests ex-president's son, court gives bail

Sri Lanka's bribery commission has arrested Yoshitha Rajapaksa, the son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, police said on Wednesday. 

Sri Lanka bribery commission arrests ex-president's son, court gives bail
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump threatens to resume bombing campaign if Iran does not "behave"

U.S President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that an interim accord with Iran was not final, and that he could resume a bombing campaign if he did not like

Trump threatens to resume bombing campaign if Iran does not "behave"
Asia|Economy|Political|World

South Korea's Lee asks Trump to lead peaceful diplomacy with North Korea

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung asked U.S.

South Korea's Lee asks Trump to lead peaceful diplomacy with North Korea
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Netanyahu, Israel's arch-survivor, set to face voter fury over Iran deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's hopes of clinging to power in an election this autumn have long been shaky, but the

Netanyahu, Israel's arch-survivor, set to face voter fury over Iran deal
Africa|Business|Political|World

Somaliland receiving Israeli military training but not in talks for base, minister says

Israel has no base in Somaliland but is training its police and military forces, Somaliland's Defence Minister Mohamed Yusuf Ali said on Wednesday, as

Somaliland receiving Israeli military training but not in talks for base, minister says
Europe|Political|World

Denmark says its military will deploy battalion in Latvia

Denmark's military will deploy a battalion of 850 troops to NATO member Latvia in the autumn, taking over from a Swedish contingent that was stationed in the region,

Denmark says its military will deploy battalion in Latvia
Europe|Political|World

Allies filling gaps in NATO crisis forces left by US, Rutte says

Other NATO members have increased their contributions to the alliance's crisis forces to fill many of the gaps left by U.S. cuts to its commitments, NATO chief Mark Rutte

Allies filling gaps in NATO crisis forces left by US, Rutte says
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|US

DC voters face a new political era without Eleanor Holmes Norton, after her 18 terms in Congress

For the first time in a generation, Washingtonians are waking up to a general election lineup that doesn't include Eleanor Holmes Norton as delegate

DC voters face a new political era without Eleanor Holmes Norton, after her 18 terms in Congress
Business|Economy|Political|World

World Bank approves guarantee-backed financing package for Argentina

The World Bank Group on Tuesday approved a guarantee-backed financing

World Bank approves guarantee-backed financing package for Argentina
Environment|Political|US|World

Trump administration challenges reparations for Black residents in Chicago suburb, city defends program

The Trump administration said on Tuesday it was moving to challenge a reparations program for Black residents in the Chicago suburb of Evanston, while

Trump administration challenges reparations for Black residents in Chicago suburb, city defends program
MidEast|Political|US|Videos|World

Trump criticizes Israel's tactics in Lebanon, says it is killing civilians

U.S.

Trump criticizes Israel's tactics in Lebanon, says it is killing civilians
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

G7 leaders pledge to enhance efforts to address global debt vulnerabilities

G7 leaders on Tuesday pledged to step up efforts to address high debt burdens among developing countries,

G7 leaders pledge to enhance efforts to address global debt vulnerabilities
MidEast|Political|US|World

Has Trump achieved his goals in the war with Iran?

Shortly after the U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran on February 28, U.S.

Has Trump achieved his goals in the war with Iran?
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China calls for more Global South voices to be heard at United Nations

Emerging markets suffer from inadequate representation at the United Nations, its authority increasingly challenged by escalating political and economic disputes worldwide

China calls for more Global South voices to be heard at United Nations
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine Senate removes Duterte ally as head, elects new leader ahead of VP impeachment trial

The Philippine Senate removed an ally of former president Rodrigo Duterte as Senate president on Wednesday and elected a new leader just weeks before the expected start of

Philippine Senate removes Duterte ally as head, elects new leader ahead of VP impeachment trial
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China says it will take countermeasures to new Taiwan intelligence gathering site

China said on Wednesday that it will take countermeasures in response to a new Taiwan government website for Chinese nationals to report intelligence tips, saying the site

China says it will take countermeasures to new Taiwan intelligence gathering site
Economy|Environment|Political|World

G7 leaders unite in support to Ukraine, agree to add pressure on Russia

The leaders of the G7 countries said on Wednesday they stand united to support Ukraine, including its territorial integrity, and agreed to increase the

G7 leaders unite in support to Ukraine, agree to add pressure on Russia
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Iran deal includes $300 billion fund, more than half of which already committed, source says

A $300 billion private fund designed to trigger investment into Iran is outlined in the U.S.-Iran framework agreement and

Iran deal includes $300 billion fund, more than half of which already committed, source says
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump's Iran war weighs on G7 economies, but don't expect hard talk in France

Rising inflation and a 30% jump in oil prices are dampening global growth, but leaders of the world's top economies are unlikely to blame U.S.

Trump's Iran war weighs on G7 economies, but don't expect hard talk in France
Economy|Europe|Political|World

US, Trump have changed to more realistic view of war in Ukraine, Canada's Carney says

The United States and U.S.

US, Trump have changed to more realistic view of war in Ukraine, Canada's Carney says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Uzbek president pledges continued reforms, tax-free zone at Tashkent forum

Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev promised on Wednesday to continue economic reforms in the fast-growing Central

Uzbek president pledges continued reforms, tax-free zone at Tashkent forum
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer calls Channel incident involving Russian warship 'reckless'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday the firing of warning shots by a Russian frigate to divert a UK-flagged civilian yacht near British

UK PM Starmer calls Channel incident involving Russian warship 'reckless'
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Africa's DA leader seeks to demote agriculture minister

The leader of South Africa's Democratic Alliance has asked President Cyril Ramaphosa for changes to his party's representatives in the cabinet, including the demotion

South Africa's DA leader seeks to demote agriculture minister
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

ECB wage tracker shows muted pay pressure despite war inflation

Euro zone negotiated wage growth appears to be slowing as predicted, European Central Bank data showed on Wednesday, offering policymakers relief that the Iran-war-

ECB wage tracker shows muted pay pressure despite war inflation
Europe|Political|World

European allies have increased pledges for NATO crisis forces, Rutte says

European allies have stepped up to contribute more forces available to NATO in a crisis, after the U.S. reduced its contribution, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said

European allies have increased pledges for NATO crisis forces, Rutte says
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Americans are divided on ‘culture war’ issues, a new CNN poll finds. Republicans are trying to leverage that in the midterms

Americans are divided on ‘culture war’ issues, a new CNN poll finds. Republicans are trying to leverage that in the midterms

Americans are divided on ‘culture war’ issues, a new CNN poll finds. Republicans are trying to leverage that in the midterms
Australia|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|World

Australian right-wing leader Pauline Hanson says multiculturalism has failed

Australia cannot be a multicultural society and immigration policies have put the country in crisis, Pauline Hanson said on Wednesday, as the right-wing

Australian right-wing leader Pauline Hanson says multiculturalism has failed
Asia|Political|World

Only Trump can say when he might follow through on proposed phone call to Taiwan leader, Taiwan says

Taiwan said on Wednesday it was up to U.S.

Only Trump can say when he might follow through on proposed phone call to Taiwan leader, Taiwan says
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Trump: Clayton DNI confirmation won't go forward until McDonald is confirmed as US Attorney

President Donald Trump said Wednesday's Senate hearing on Jay Clayton's nomination to become the next U.S. spy chief was canceled and would not go forward until James McDonald is

Trump: Clayton DNI confirmation won't go forward until McDonald is confirmed as US Attorney
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Exclusive: West Coast emergency oil reserve sparks pushback from Senate Democrats

Exclusive: West Coast emergency oil reserve sparks pushback from Senate Democrats

Exclusive: West Coast emergency oil reserve sparks pushback from Senate Democrats
Election|Political|US|World

Trump beats a longtime adversary with a late Georgia endorsement, and other election takeaways

Trump beats a longtime adversary with a late Georgia endorsement, and other election takeaways

Trump beats a longtime adversary with a late Georgia endorsement, and other election takeaways
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|World

Why 0.1% of Britons could determine the prime minister’s fate

Why 0.1% of Britons could determine the prime minister’s fate

Why 0.1% of Britons could determine the prime minister’s fate
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Kennedy orders American exposed to hantavirus to stay quarantined against her will, WSJ reports

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

Kennedy orders American exposed to hantavirus to stay quarantined against her will, WSJ reports
Economy|Political|World

Lawmakers in the dark on Iran deal as Trump says he will send it to Congress

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he was willing to send his interim deal to end the war with Iran for review by the U.S.

Lawmakers in the dark on Iran deal as Trump says he will send it to Congress
Election|Political|US|World

Robert White Jr. wins Democratic primary for the District of Columbia’s delegate to Congress

Robert White Jr. has won the Democratic primary for the District of Columbia’s delegate seat in Congress

Robert White Jr. wins Democratic primary for the District of Columbia’s delegate to Congress
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

The Latest: Trump-backed candidates secure GOP Senate nominations in Alabama, Georgia, Oklahoma

President Donald Trump’s preferred candidates are having mixed results in Tuesday’s primaries, securing the Republican nominations for U.S. Senate in Alabama, Georgia and Oklahoma but not for Georgia governor

The Latest: Trump-backed candidates secure GOP Senate nominations in Alabama, Georgia, Oklahoma
Election|Political|US|World

Trump-endorsed Mike Collins wins Georgia primary for Senate, to face Jon Ossoff in November

Georgia Republicans selected U.S. Representative Mike Collins as their U.S.

Trump-endorsed Mike Collins wins Georgia primary for Senate, to face Jon Ossoff in November
Crime|Political|World

Toronto police link gun-for-hire networks to shootings at US Consulate and synagogues

Toronto police have linked multiple shootings, including one at the U.S. Consulate in March, to complex gun-for-hire networks

Toronto police link gun-for-hire networks to shootings at US Consulate and synagogues
Americas|Crime|Political|World

UN chief visits Haiti, where a new international force will be deployed to help fight gangs

U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres has visited Haiti, where surging gang violence has left more than 1 in 10 people homeless

UN chief visits Haiti, where a new international force will be deployed to help fight gangs
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political

Federal government seeks to halt the first U.S. reparations program for Black people

The federal government has asked a judge to halt the United States' first reparations program in Evanston, Illinois

Federal government seeks to halt the first U.S. reparations program for Black people
Arts|Business|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|US

Trump administration uses hydrogen peroxide and tiny bubbles against algae in Reflecting Pool

President Donald Trump's remodeled Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has turned chartreuse from an algal bloom

Trump administration uses hydrogen peroxide and tiny bubbles against algae in Reflecting Pool
Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

A person is in custody in a Chicago cross burning investigation, police say

Police in Chicago say a person is in custody in an investigation of a large cross set on fire in a well-known park

A person is in custody in a Chicago cross burning investigation, police say
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

US officials downplay text of the Iran agreement, saying it doesn’t account for back-channel commitments

US officials downplay text of the Iran agreement, saying it doesn’t account for back-channel commitments

US officials downplay text of the Iran agreement, saying it doesn’t account for back-channel commitments
Crime|Political|Sports|US|World

19-year-old would-be attacker of UFC event sought to use drones and was referred to police by his parents, FBI says

19-year-old would-be attacker of UFC event sought to use drones and was referred to police by his parents, FBI says

19-year-old would-be attacker of UFC event sought to use drones and was referred to police by his parents, FBI says
Crime|Political|Sports|US|World

Authorities say they disrupted planned drone, gun attack on White House UFC cage-fighting show

Court papers say law enforcement officials disrupted a planned attack targeting the UFC cage-fighting show staged at the White House this past weekend

Authorities say they disrupted planned drone, gun attack on White House UFC cage-fighting show
Political|World

Trump goes after Netanyahu as he pursues deal with Iran, putting their friendship to the test

President Donald Trump seems to be testing their friendship as he pressures Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to sink the agreement with Iran to end the war

Trump goes after Netanyahu as he pursues deal with Iran, putting their friendship to the test
Political|Sports|US|World

US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup match

The Trump administration is pushing back on complaints from Iran’s national team that it was forced to leave the U.S. immediately after its first World Cup match instead of having a day to recover in a hotel, saying that was the plan for the team all along

US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup match
MidEast|Political|World

Iran says the initial deal to end the war with the US requires Israel to withdraw from Lebanon

Iran’s top diplomat says the tentative deal to end the war with the United States would require Israel to withdraw from Lebanon — a condition Israel has already rejected and that could sink the agreement

Iran says the initial deal to end the war with the US requires Israel to withdraw from Lebanon
Arts|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Reflecting Pool woes: Trump administration turns to hydrogen peroxide in latest bid to beat back algae

Reflecting Pool woes: Trump administration turns to hydrogen peroxide in latest bid to beat back algae

Reflecting Pool woes: Trump administration turns to hydrogen peroxide in latest bid to beat back algae
Political

About Mike DeWine, the Republican Ohio governor who has called for an end to the death penalty

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is using his bully pulpit to call for an end to the death penalty in his state

About Mike DeWine, the Republican Ohio governor who has called for an end to the death penalty
Business|Economy|Political|World

Senate fails to advance war powers resolution to halt US action against Iran

The Senate has tried again to advance a war powers resolution that would force an end to the U.S. military action against Iran

Senate fails to advance war powers resolution to halt US action against Iran
Arts|Business|Crime|Political|US

What we know about the Justice Department investigation into Jennifer Siebel Newsom

What we know about the Justice Department investigation into Jennifer Siebel Newsom

What we know about the Justice Department investigation into Jennifer Siebel Newsom
Crime|Political|World

Brazil's top court convicts son of former President Bolsonaro for coercion

Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted former lawmaker Eduardo Bolsonaro on Tuesday for coercion

Brazil's top court convicts son of former President Bolsonaro for coercion
Economy|Environment|Political|World

US-Iran ceasefire agreement to be public soon, permanent truce still awaits negotiation

Details began to emerge on Tuesday of the U.S. and Iran's interim agreement to end the war in the Middle East,

US-Iran ceasefire agreement to be public soon, permanent truce still awaits negotiation
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Tehran can immediately sell oil upon signing US-Iran deal, US official says

The U.S. will allow Iran to immediately begin selling oil and fuel under the memorandum of understanding the two sides reached to end the war, a

Tehran can immediately sell oil upon signing US-Iran deal, US official says
MidEast|Political|World

Hezbollah believes Iran will not sign final nuclear deal if Israel stays in Lebanon

Hezbollah said on Tuesday it believes Iran will not sign a final nuclear deal with Washington unless Israel withdraws from Lebanon, as Iran's top diplomat said Israel's continued

Hezbollah believes Iran will not sign final nuclear deal if Israel stays in Lebanon
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed's watchdog warns of central bank foreign travel risks, calls for reforms

By Michael S.

Fed's watchdog warns of central bank foreign travel risks, calls for reforms
Health|Political|World

Few residents return to Lebanon's Nabatiyeh after a US-Iran truce with fighting nearby

Some residents of the southern Lebanese city of Nabatiyeh have returned to find their homes have been destroyed or damaged by war

Few residents return to Lebanon's Nabatiyeh after a US-Iran truce with fighting nearby
Arts|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|Travel|World

RFK Jr. orders passenger from hantavirus-stricken cruise to remain in quarantine in Nebraska, despite CDC recommendation

RFK Jr. orders passenger from hantavirus-stricken cruise to remain in quarantine in Nebraska, despite CDC recommendation

RFK Jr. orders passenger from hantavirus-stricken cruise to remain in quarantine in Nebraska, despite CDC recommendation
Europe|Political|World

G7 leaders express optimism for peace after Trump's 'very good' Zelenskiy meeting

U.S.

G7 leaders express optimism for peace after Trump's 'very good' Zelenskiy meeting
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Oil prices fall 5% to 3-month low on hopes Strait of Hormuz will open

Oil prices fell about 5% for a second day in a row to a three-month low on Tuesday as details emerged of an interim deal to end the war in the Middle

Oil prices fall 5% to 3-month low on hopes Strait of Hormuz will open
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pope Leo says 'thanks be to God' for interim US-Iran peace deal

Pope Leo on Tuesday praised the interim deal between the United States and Iran to end the regional war in the Middle East, saying "thanks be to God" that

Pope Leo says 'thanks be to God' for interim US-Iran peace deal
Crime|Political|World

Brazilian court convicts Eduardo Bolsonaro of seeking US help in father's legal battle

Brazil's Supreme Court on Tuesday convicted former lawmaker Eduardo Bolsonaro, a son of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro living in the U.S., of courting

Brazilian court convicts Eduardo Bolsonaro of seeking US help in father's legal battle
Business|Crime|Finance|Political|US|World

Blanche set for July confirmation hearings for attorney general as Republicans weigh support

The Senate Judiciary Committee will hold confirmation hearings July 15 and 16 for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche as some Republicans remain undecided on supporting him for the post

Blanche set for July confirmation hearings for attorney general as Republicans weigh support
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

White House talking points claim victories in initial Iran deal but often don't meet reality

The White House has informed supporters that President Donald Trump has accomplished his goals in the war with Iran despite the details of an initial agreement remaining unclear

White House talking points claim victories in initial Iran deal but often don't meet reality
Business|Economy|Political|World

‘We want to get this thing over with’: How Trump officials overcame skepticism of Iran to reach an agreement

‘We want to get this thing over with’: How Trump officials overcame skepticism of Iran to reach an agreement

‘We want to get this thing over with’: How Trump officials overcame skepticism of Iran to reach an agreement
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Police chief defends officers after police monitor claims excessive force in 2024 death

Police chief defends officers after police monitor claims excessive force in 2024 death

Police chief defends officers after police monitor claims excessive force in 2024 death
Crime|Political

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine wants Ohio to abolish the death penalty, saying it is not a deterrent

Gov. Mike DeWine says he believes Ohio should abolish the death penalty

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine wants Ohio to abolish the death penalty, saying it is not a deterrent
Business|Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli military takes more territory, kills two people in Gaza, medics and witnesses say

An Israeli strike killed at least two Palestinians in the central Gaza Strip, health officials said, as residents of an area in

Israeli military takes more territory, kills two people in Gaza, medics and witnesses say
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Opinion|Political

JD Vance confesses to ‘The View’ that he’s an Epstein ‘conspiracy theorist’

JD Vance confesses to ‘The View’ that he’s an Epstein ‘conspiracy theorist’

JD Vance confesses to ‘The View’ that he’s an Epstein ‘conspiracy theorist’
Crime|Election|Political|US

Former Trump attorneys, aides plead not guilty to Wisconsin fake elector felony charges

President Donald Trump’s attorney for the 2020 campaign in Wisconsin and two former aides have all pleaded not guilty to felony forgery charges for their roles in a fake elector scheme designed to overturn Trump’s loss in the swing state

Former Trump attorneys, aides plead not guilty to Wisconsin fake elector felony charges
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China complains UK sanctions on Chinese entities over Russia

The Chinese embassy in Britain said on Tuesday it had lodged "serious

China complains UK sanctions on Chinese entities over Russia
Crime|Political|US|World

Suspect in deadly shooting of National Guard troops pleads not guilty to new charges

A man accused of shooting two National Guard troops near the White House, killing one of them, has pleaded not guilty to charges in a new indictment

Suspect in deadly shooting of National Guard troops pleads not guilty to new charges
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump invokes Defense Production Act for munitions, supply chains

U.S.

Trump invokes Defense Production Act for munitions, supply chains
Africa|Election|Finance|Political|World

Congo opposition condemns new bill seen as opening the way for a third term for President Tshisekedi

Congo's opposition has denounced a bill that could allow President Félix Tshisekedi a third term and called it a power grab

Congo opposition condemns new bill seen as opening the way for a third term for President Tshisekedi
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Gay couple says they were attacked in Caldwell; now pushing for change under Idaho protection laws

Gay couple says they were attacked in Caldwell; now pushing for change under Idaho protection laws

Gay couple says they were attacked in Caldwell; now pushing for change under Idaho protection laws
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Senior receives replacement birthday letter from Obama after losing it in fire

Senior receives replacement birthday letter from Obama after losing it in fire

Senior receives replacement birthday letter from Obama after losing it in fire
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge upholds the conviction of former Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan for helping immigrant evade ICE

A federal judge has declined to overturn a Wisconsin judge’s obstruction conviction for helping a man evade immigration officers who showed up at a courtroom looking to detain him

Judge upholds the conviction of former Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan for helping immigrant evade ICE
Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Trump at G7 summit for talks with world leaders on Iran and Ukraine

Group of Seven leaders are meeting for talks on Russia’s war in Ukraine and U.S. President Donald Trump's tentative deal with Iran

The Latest: Trump at G7 summit for talks with world leaders on Iran and Ukraine
Political|Science|Travel|World

Trump says memo states clearly Iran will not have a nuclear weapon

U.S.

Trump says memo states clearly Iran will not have a nuclear weapon
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian artist critical of Kremlin shot dead in Poland

A Russian artist critical of President Vladimir Putin was shot and killed in the eastern Polish town of Biala Podlaska, a Polish prosecutor said on Tuesday.

Russian artist critical of Kremlin shot dead in Poland
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Technology|US

US senators ask for review of Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' safety data, citing Reuters report

Two U.S. senators are asking the nation’s traffic safety regulator to examine Tesla's self-published crash statistics for its “Full Self-Driving” (FSD

US senators ask for review of Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' safety data, citing Reuters report
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

A Russian artist who was critical of Putin is killed near his home in Poland

Polish prosecutors say a 44-year-old Russian artist who has been critical of President Vladimir Putin was shot and killed at close range near his home in eastern Poland

A Russian artist who was critical of Putin is killed near his home in Poland
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US import prices increase more than expected in May

U.S. import prices rose more than expected in May amid strong gains in the prices of fuels and capital goods, leading to the largest annual increase in nearly four

US import prices increase more than expected in May
Political|US|World

Trump: Iran deal says 'loud and clear' that Tehran won't have a nuclear weapon

U.S.

Trump: Iran deal says 'loud and clear' that Tehran won't have a nuclear weapon
Africa|Election|Finance|Political|World

Congo Senate adopts bill that could lead to new term for president

Democratic Republic of Congo's Senate has adopted a bill to change the constitution which could open the door to a third term in office for President Felix Tshisekedi,

Congo Senate adopts bill that could lead to new term for president
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices fall 4% to three-month low on hopes interim US-Iran deal will reopen Hormuz

Oil prices fell about 4% to a fresh three-month low on Tuesday on hopes the U.S. and Iran will agree to end the war and allow oil to flow through the

Oil prices fall 4% to three-month low on hopes interim US-Iran deal will reopen Hormuz
Crime|Election|Political|US

Judge who had sex in courthouse and attended political event agrees to exit Georgia election case

A federal judge has recused herself in a fight over Georgia election records after the U.S. Department of Justice raised questions about her ability to be impartial

Judge who had sex in courthouse and attended political event agrees to exit Georgia election case
Finance|Political|World

Israel seizes powers over flashpoint West Bank shrine from Palestinians

Israel has seized planning and construction powers at a Jewish and Muslim shrine in the occupied West Bank from Palestinian

Israel seizes powers over flashpoint West Bank shrine from Palestinians
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says G7 agreed Russia is not winning war, discussed more sanctions

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday the Group of Seven leaders agreed at a summit in France that Russia was not winning its war in Ukraine, and they

Zelenskiy says G7 agreed Russia is not winning war, discussed more sanctions
Business|Election|Finance|Political|World

Lula widens lead over Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil election second-round, CNT/MDA poll shows

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva extended an advantage over Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in a potential runoff in the October general elections, a CNT/MDA poll

Lula widens lead over Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil election second-round, CNT/MDA poll shows
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Exiled Russian artist known for anti-Putin cartoons shot dead in Poland

Exiled Russian artist known for anti-Putin cartoons shot dead in Poland

Exiled Russian artist known for anti-Putin cartoons shot dead in Poland
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump signals swift return of sanctions on Russian oil as G7 refocuses on Ukraine

President Donald Trump and G7 leaders are focusing on the Ukraine war and Trump is considering reimposing sanctions soon on Russian oil shipments

Trump signals swift return of sanctions on Russian oil as G7 refocuses on Ukraine
Business|Economy|Political|World

EU lawmakers approve US trade deal to avert tariff conflict

The European Parliament approved on Tuesday cutting duties on many U.S. goods imports to fulfill the European Union's side of a trade deal struck

EU lawmakers approve US trade deal to avert tariff conflict
Business|Economy|Finance|Opinion|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Prediction markets are opening many new opportunities for unregulated insider trading and unethical bets – in the name of making a game out of politics

The rapidly growing popularity of prediction markets is sparking worries about the markets’ effects on US politics, where campaign staff has bet on its candidate’s electoral performance.

Prediction markets are opening many new opportunities for unregulated insider trading and unethical bets – in the name of making a game out of politics
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Perfect tie in Andean district shows Peru’s enduring political fractures

Past the outskirts of Peru’s sprawling coastal capital, where the Andes begin to rise, a small mountain district was perfectly split in the

Perfect tie in Andean district shows Peru’s enduring political fractures
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iraq PM to visit Washington to boost economic ties with U.S.

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi will visit Washington in mid-July with the aim of deepening strategic ties with the United States, focusing primarily on economic, trade,

Iraq PM to visit Washington to boost economic ties with U.S.
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

South Africa's Ramaphosa warns against scapegoating migrants for economic woes

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday warned against blaming migrants for the country's economic pain, saying they should not be scapegoated for South

South Africa's Ramaphosa warns against scapegoating migrants for economic woes
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey told Russia to avoid steps threatening security, interests in Black Sea

Turkey's foreign minister said on Tuesday he told his Russian counterpart about the need to avoid steps in the Black Sea that threatened regional security and Turkey's

Turkey told Russia to avoid steps threatening security, interests in Black Sea
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Cyprus watchdog finds possible abuse of power by ex-president Anastasiades

Cyprus' anti-corruption watchdog on Tuesday said it had identified possible abuse of power by former president Nicos Anastasiades while in office, referring the matter to

Cyprus watchdog finds possible abuse of power by ex-president Anastasiades
Asia|Europe|Political|World

German president says Europe is worried over tensions in the disputed South China Sea

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier says Europe is worried over tensions in the disputed South China Sea that could endanger freedom of navigation as happened in the Strait of Hormuz

German president says Europe is worried over tensions in the disputed South China Sea
MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Gazans displaced by war watch World Cup from the ruins

Fadi Al-Arawi, a footballer in the Gaza Strip Premier League, hasn't been able to take the pitch since pro

Gazans displaced by war watch World Cup from the ruins
Crime|Europe|Political|World

A man who set fire to homes linked to Starmer is in jail. His Russian-speaking handler slipped away

A shadowy figure known as El Money orchestrated arson attacks in London linked to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer

A man who set fire to homes linked to Starmer is in jail. His Russian-speaking handler slipped away
Crime|Political|World

Iran executes two men over role in January 2026 protests, judiciary news outlet says

Iran executed two individuals described as "armed leaders of early 2026 unrest" in the county of Shahrud, the judiciary's news outlet Mizan said on Tuesday, identifying the

Iran executes two men over role in January 2026 protests, judiciary news outlet says
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drone strike halts operations at Moscow oil refinery, sources say

A Ukrainian drone attack started a fire at the refinery that is the largest fuel supplier to the Moscow region on Tuesday, and two industry sources told Reuters that it had halted

Ukrainian drone strike halts operations at Moscow oil refinery, sources say
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CNN poll: Political independents hit their highest level in a decade

CNN poll: Political independents hit their highest level in a decade

CNN poll: Political independents hit their highest level in a decade
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Burt Jones makes Rick Jackson’s big spending his closing argument in Georgia gubernatorial runoff

Burt Jones makes Rick Jackson’s big spending his closing argument in Georgia gubernatorial runoff

Burt Jones makes Rick Jackson’s big spending his closing argument in Georgia gubernatorial runoff
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G7 leaders — and the rest of the world — wait for clarity on US-Iran agreement

G7 leaders — and the rest of the world — wait for clarity on US-Iran agreement

G7 leaders — and the rest of the world — wait for clarity on US-Iran agreement
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Iran's top negotiator Qalibaf to attend signing of interim deal with US

Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf will be present for the signing of an interim agreement to end the war with the U.S., an Iranian deputy foreign minister said on

Iran's top negotiator Qalibaf to attend signing of interim deal with US
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China's Xi backs Myanmar's president as two leaders meet in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday endorsed the political leadership of Myanmar's military chief-turned-president Min Aung Hlaing as the two met in Beijing

China's Xi backs Myanmar's president as two leaders meet in Beijing
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UK places sanctions on Russian 'shadow' ships and Yandex Bank

Britain on Tuesday imposed sanctions on the banking arm of Russian firm Yandex, two other lenders and dozens of vessels accused of

UK places sanctions on Russian 'shadow' ships and Yandex Bank
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What to watch in Tuesday’s primaries in Georgia, Alabama, Oklahoma and Washington, DC

What to watch in Tuesday’s primaries in Georgia, Alabama, Oklahoma and Washington, DC

What to watch in Tuesday’s primaries in Georgia, Alabama, Oklahoma and Washington, DC