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Oil prices fall more than $2/bbl as OPEC says 2026 supply to match demand

Oil prices fell more than $2 a barrel on Wednesday, weighed down by an OPEC report saying global oil supply will match demand in 2026, marking a further shift from its

Oil prices fall more than $2/bbl as OPEC says 2026 supply to match demand
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Miran repeats call for less restrictive monetary policy

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran on Wednesday repeated his view that data showing inflation running above 2% is backward-looking and should not be taken at face value, and again

Fed's Miran repeats call for less restrictive monetary policy
Business|Economy|World

BP in active talks with Stonepeak over Castrol sale, sources say

BP is in talks with investment firm Stonepeak over the sale of its Castrol lubricants unit, according to two people with

BP in active talks with Stonepeak over Castrol sale, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

White House explores rules that would upend shareholder voting

The White House is exploring new measures to curb the influence of proxy advisers which conservatives have for years complained push liberal-leaning views,

White House explores rules that would upend shareholder voting
Political|US|World

Senate moves to end shutdown

The Senate voted 60-40 on Sunday on a key step toward reopening the government. CNN's Manu Raju reports on the latest move.

Senate moves to end shutdown
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A timeline of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard’s disappearance and her mother’s arrest

A timeline of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard’s disappearance and her mother’s arrest

A timeline of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard’s disappearance and her mother’s arrest
Crime|Sports|World

Reward increased for information on puppies dumped in Thread Lake

Reward increased for information on puppies dumped in Thread Lake

Reward increased for information on puppies dumped in Thread Lake
Crime|MidEast|World

Theft of Roman statues from Syria’s main museum believed to be the work of an individual

Investigators believe the theft of ancient Roman-era statues from Syria's national museum was likely the work of an individual and not an organized gang

Theft of Roman statues from Syria’s main museum believed to be the work of an individual
Crime|World

UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike

The United Kingdom is no longer sharing intelligence with the US about suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean because it does not want to be complicit in US military strikes and believes the attacks are illegal, sources familiar with the matter told CNN. CNN's Natasha Bertrand reports.

UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike
Economy|Education|Environment|Opinion|Science|World

No time to recover: Hurricane Melissa and the Caribbean’s compounding disaster trap as the storms keep coming

Melissa was just the latest blow, following close on the heels of Beryl. Many islands today have little time to recover before the next disaster hits.

No time to recover: Hurricane Melissa and the Caribbean’s compounding disaster trap as the storms keep coming
Economy|Political|World

White House says Trump hopes to sign bill Wednesday night to end shutdown

U.S. President Donald Trump hopes to sign the bill Wednesday night to end the government shutdown, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told a press conference.

White House says Trump hopes to sign bill Wednesday night to end shutdown
Crime|Political|US|World

Prosecutors turn over 130,000 pages of evidence in the killing of a Minnesota lawmaker

Prosecutors in the case of a man charged with killing a top Minnesota Democratic lawmaker and her husband say they've turned over a massive amount of evidence to the defense

Prosecutors turn over 130,000 pages of evidence in the killing of a Minnesota lawmaker
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Italy seeks faster introduction of EU levy on low-value parcels

The European Union needs to adopt "strong and fast" rules against the invasion of cheap and unregulated products, Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti said on Wednesday.

Italy seeks faster introduction of EU levy on low-value parcels
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Record number of subprime borrowers miss car loan payments in October, data shows

The share of subprime borrowers at least 60 days behind on their auto loans rose to 6.65% in October, the highest level on record, according to Fitch Ratings data going back

Record number of subprime borrowers miss car loan payments in October, data shows
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Sudan president sacks powerful vice president Bol Mel

South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Wednesday dismissed Benjamin Bol Mel as vice president and deputy leader of the ruling party, according to a decree read on state television,

South Sudan president sacks powerful vice president Bol Mel
Crime|Political|US|World

US intel revealed Israeli officials discussing use of human shields in Gaza, sources say

 The U.S. gathered intelligence last year of Israeli officials discussing how their soldiers had sent Palestinians into Gaza tunnels the Israelis believed were

US intel revealed Israeli officials discussing use of human shields in Gaza, sources say
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Nvidia denies $1 billion investment in northern Mexico

Nvidia on Wednesday denied plans to invest $1 billion in the northern Mexican state of Nuevo Leon, hours after the state governor touted the firm's plans to build a data center

Nvidia denies $1 billion investment in northern Mexico
Business|Economy|US|World

Trump to host JPMorgan's Dimon, other Wall Street CEOs at White House dinner

U.S.

Trump to host JPMorgan's Dimon, other Wall Street CEOs at White House dinner
Health|Science|World

Wild form of polio found in German sewage sample, health institute says

The wild form of the virus behind polio has been detected in wastewater sampling in Germany, the nation's main public health body told Reuters on

Wild form of polio found in German sewage sample, health institute says
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Jailed Tunisian opposition leader faced brutal violence in prison, his lawyer says

The family and lawyers of jailed Tunisian opposition leader Jawhar Ben Mbarek accused prison authorities on Wednesday of brutally assaulting him to try to force an end

Jailed Tunisian opposition leader faced brutal violence in prison, his lawyer says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's top prosecutor defends his innocence in leak trial

Spain's top prosecutor, Alvaro Garcia Ortiz, who is on trial for allegedly leaking confidential information about a tax fraud case, told the Supreme Court on Wednesday that he did

Spain's top prosecutor defends his innocence in leak trial
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil foreign minister meets Rubio to assess tariff talks, source says

Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira met with U.S.

Brazil foreign minister meets Rubio to assess tariff talks, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bank of Canada governors agreed to look through choppy inflation, minutes show

Ahead of the Bank of Canada's rates decision on October 29, Governing Council decided to look

Bank of Canada governors agreed to look through choppy inflation, minutes show
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Trump's decision that the US boycott the G20 summit is 'their loss,' South African president says

South Africa's leader says that U_S_ President Donald Trump’s decision that the United States government boycott the Group of 20 summit next weekend is “their loss."

Trump's decision that the US boycott the G20 summit is 'their loss,' South African president says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer's authority shaken as rift with Labour lawmakers deepens

On the eve of a visit to London by U.S.

UK PM Starmer's authority shaken as rift with Labour lawmakers deepens
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

COP30 Indigenous protesters defend summit incursion as climate talks roll on

Indigenous protesters on Wednesday defended charging the gates of Brazil's COP30 climate summit and clashing with

COP30 Indigenous protesters defend summit incursion as climate talks roll on
Business|Election|Political|World

Coalition led by Iraqi PM Sudani comes first in Iraq’s election, commission says

A coalition led by Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani came first in Iraq's parliamentary election, the Independent High Electoral Commission said on Wednesday.

Coalition led by Iraqi PM Sudani comes first in Iraq’s election, commission says
Arts|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Chasing the Louvre loot: Inside Antwerp's jewellery underworld

In the hours after the Louvre heist, Belgian police received an alert from their French counterparts, urging them to be on the lookout for

Chasing the Louvre loot: Inside Antwerp's jewellery underworld
Business|Economy|Travel|World

US freezes flight cuts at 6% as air traffic control absences shrink

The Trump administration late on Wednesday froze government-imposed flight cuts at 40 major airports at 6% after air traffic control absences fell sharply,

US freezes flight cuts at 6% as air traffic control absences shrink
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Delta sees strong current quarter despite flight disruptions

Delta Air Lines expects to have a strong fourth quarter despite flight disruptions caused by the federal government shutdown, the carrier's CEO Ed Bastian told CNBC on Wednesday.

Delta sees strong current quarter despite flight disruptions
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Treasury issues Iran-related missile and drone sanctions

The U.S. on Wednesday sanctioned individuals and entities in several countries related to their support of Iran's ballistic missile and drone production, in the latest attempt to pressure

US Treasury issues Iran-related missile and drone sanctions
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Chile's Latam Airlines cancels 173 flights due to pilot strike

At least 173 flights have been canceled and 20,000 passengers affected after pilots for LATAM Airlines went on strike, the company said on Wednesday. 

Chile's Latam Airlines cancels 173 flights due to pilot strike
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|US|World

US issues sanctions against Myanmar armed group over scams

The United States on Wednesday imposed financial sanctions on a Myanmar militia group for supporting a cyber scam operation that targeted Americans from territory it controls.

US issues sanctions against Myanmar armed group over scams
Business|Finance|Technology|World

Wall St regulator to consider crypto token classification, chair says

The head of the U.S.

Wall St regulator to consider crypto token classification, chair says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czech president tells prime minister hopeful Babis to show how he will end conflicts of interest

Czech election winner, billionaire Andrej Babis, must tell the public how he will eliminate conflicts of interest stemming from his business activities before he is appointed prime

Czech president tells prime minister hopeful Babis to show how he will end conflicts of interest
Americas|Business|Crime|Political|World

Are the deadly US strikes on alleged drug vessels legal?​

U.S. strikes against suspected drug vessels in the eastern Pacific and Caribbean have killed dozens of people who President Donald Trump's administration calls

Are the deadly US strikes on alleged drug vessels legal?​
Business|Science|Technology|World

OpenAI fights order to turn over millions of ChatGPT conversations

OpenAI asked a federal judge in New York on Wednesday to reverse an order that required it to turn over 20 million anonymized ChatGPT chat logs amid a copyright

OpenAI fights order to turn over millions of ChatGPT conversations
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Irish media regulator opens investigation into Musk's X

Ireland's media regulator began an investigation into social media platform X on Wednesday over concerns it is not giving users a chance to appeal content moderation decisions and

Irish media regulator opens investigation into Musk's X
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Bostic favors no change in rates while inflation remains greater risk

Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic on Wednesday said he favors leaving interest rates where they are until there is "clear evidence" that inflation is moving back to the U.S.

Fed's Bostic favors no change in rates while inflation remains greater risk
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Winter Olympics sports resist push to add cyclocross and cross-country running to their program

Organizers of traditional snow and ice sports said Wednesday they do not want events from summer federations added to their Winter Olympics program

Winter Olympics sports resist push to add cyclocross and cross-country running to their program
Crime|Europe|World

No longer a prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor gains a hyphen in his name

The former Prince Andrew has officially changed his name to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, adding a hyphen to align with the royal family’s surname style

No longer a prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor gains a hyphen in his name
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Former aide to 2 N.Y. governors accused of being an undisclosed agent of China faces trial

Former aide to 2 N.Y. governors accused of being an undisclosed agent of China faces trial

Former aide to 2 N.Y. governors accused of being an undisclosed agent of China faces trial
Crime|Political|US|World

White House says Epstein emails released to smear Trump

The White House accused Democrats in the House of Representatives of releasing emails from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Wednesday to smear President Donald Trump.

White House says Epstein emails released to smear Trump
Crime|Environment|Health|Technology|World

SF Muni operator appears to fall asleep while speeding 50 mph through curve, jolting passengers

SF Muni operator appears to fall asleep while speeding 50 mph through curve, jolting passengers

SF Muni operator appears to fall asleep while speeding 50 mph through curve, jolting passengers
Economy|Europe|Health|Political|World

Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning ‘LGBTQ propaganda’

Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning ‘LGBTQ propaganda’

Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning ‘LGBTQ propaganda’
Crime|Health|Travel|World

Passenger bus plunges into a ravine in southern Peru killing at least 37

A passenger bus has fallen into a deep ravine in southern Peru, killing at least 37 people and injuring 13 more

Passenger bus plunges into a ravine in southern Peru killing at least 37
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Algerian president pardons writer Boualem Sansal after German request

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has granted a pardon to French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal following a request from German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the

Algerian president pardons writer Boualem Sansal after German request
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Polish president to block judicial appointments in bid to stifle government reforms

Poland's president said on Wednesday he would refuse to nominate or promote judges who question the status of colleagues appointed under a contested system introduced by the previous

Polish president to block judicial appointments in bid to stifle government reforms
Europe|World

Ukraine says it pulled back troops from southeastern village, stopped Russian advance

Ukraine's military said on Wednesday that it had pulled back troops from near a settlement on the southeastern Zaporizhzhia front, but that it has stopped Russian advances in the area.

Ukraine says it pulled back troops from southeastern village, stopped Russian advance
Health|Science|US|World

US vaccine panel may vote on hepatitis B shots in December

The U.S.

US vaccine panel may vote on hepatitis B shots in December
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Dollar mixed as US government looks to reopen, yen at nine-month low

The U.S. dollar dipped against the euro on Wednesday as traders evaluated what a flood of economic releases will mean for Federal Reserve interest rate policy

Dollar mixed as US government looks to reopen, yen at nine-month low
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bessent says he will adjust US Treasury debt auctions gradually, safeguard stability

U.S.

Bessent says he will adjust US Treasury debt auctions gradually, safeguard stability
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic to invest $50 billion to build data centers in US

AI startup Anthropic said on Wednesday it would invest $50 billion in building data centers in the U.S., the latest multi-billion-dollar outlay in the industry as companies race to expand

Anthropic to invest $50 billion to build data centers in US
Business|Economy|Political|World

India approves $5.1 billion package for exporters after US tariffs hit

India's cabinet has approved spending 450.6 billion rupees ($5.1 billion) on support for exporters, including 200 billion rupees in

India approves $5.1 billion package for exporters after US tariffs hit
Economy|Political|World

French lawmakers vote to approve suspension of unpopular pension reform

French lawmakers voted to suspend a contested pension reform on Wednesday, as next year's budget bills inch through parliament under persistent threats to the government's survival.

French lawmakers vote to approve suspension of unpopular pension reform
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|World

Ukrainians flee southeastern front as fighting worsens

Bundled in layers of clothing and clutching her cane inside an evacuation van, 84-year-old Polina Plyushchii said the threat of drones and other weapons had made it too

Ukrainians flee southeastern front as fighting worsens
Economy|Political|World

Pakistan parliament approves more powers for army chief, curbs top court

Pakistan's parliament approved a constitutional amendment on Wednesday to expand the powers of the army chief and curb the remit of its Supreme Court, a move that

Pakistan parliament approves more powers for army chief, curbs top court
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine moves to quell $100 million energy corruption scandal

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called for the dismissal of two cabinet ministers on Wednesday amid a probe into an alleged $100 million corruption scheme involving a

Ukraine moves to quell $100 million energy corruption scandal
Business|Economy|World

Atlanta Fed president Bostic to retire in February, opening seat on key committee

Raphael Bostic, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, is retiring at the end of his current term in February, opening up a new seat on the Fed’s interest-rate setting committee at a time that President Donald Trump is seeking to exert more control over the central bank

Atlanta Fed president Bostic to retire in February, opening seat on key committee
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Rumors swirl of a plot to oust Keir Starmer as the embattled British leader denies attacking his rivals

Rumors swirl of a plot to oust Keir Starmer as the embattled British leader denies attacking his rivals

Rumors swirl of a plot to oust Keir Starmer as the embattled British leader denies attacking his rivals
Interview|Sports|US|World

Fritz, Shelton flying flag for American men's tennis at Nitto ATP Finals

Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton tell CNN World Sport's Amanda Davies that they seek inspiration from the uber-successful U.S. women and say it's time for the men to break through.

Fritz, Shelton flying flag for American men's tennis at Nitto ATP Finals
Education|Environment|Europe|Science|World

Food-snatching seagulls are more likely to leave you alone if you shout at them, researchers say

Researchers have found that shouting is more effective than speaking when trying to scare off seagulls

Food-snatching seagulls are more likely to leave you alone if you shout at them, researchers say
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU looks to Big Tech, influencers to fight hybrid threats, fake news

Europe is looking to online platforms and influencers to help fight disinformation and promote democracy according to a European Commission strategy

EU looks to Big Tech, influencers to fight hybrid threats, fake news
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Georgia charges ex-PM, opposition leader Gakharia in deepening crackdown

Georgian prosecutors on Wednesday charged Giorgi Gakharia, an exiled opposition leader and former prime minister, with offences related to his time in office, amid an escalating

Georgia charges ex-PM, opposition leader Gakharia in deepening crackdown
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK's FTSE 100 hits record close as US shutdown nears end

London's FTSE 100 logged a third consecutive record close, supported by gains in utilities and mining shares as investors welcomed signs of a potential end to the prolonged U.S. government

UK's FTSE 100 hits record close as US shutdown nears end
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Crypto exchange Coinbase to reincorporate in Texas, exit Delaware

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is departing Delaware and reincorporating itself in Texas, the company said in a regulatory filing on Wednesday, citing the new business hub's growing

Crypto exchange Coinbase to reincorporate in Texas, exit Delaware
Business|Economy|World

German economic council cuts growth forecast for 2026

The German Council of Economic Experts on Wednesday cut its forecast for Europe's largest economy in 2026 and predicted only modest growth this year, despite

German economic council cuts growth forecast for 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

OPEC shifts oil outlook to see small surplus in 2026

The world oil market will see a small surplus in 2026 after OPEC+ production increases and higher supply from other producers, an OPEC report showed on Wednesday, a

OPEC shifts oil outlook to see small surplus in 2026
Crime|Political|Technology|US|World

Democratic-led states are inadvertently sharing drivers' data with ICE, officials say

Democratic-led states are inadvertently making their drivers' data available to U.S. immigration authorities through a little-understood digital loophole, a

Democratic-led states are inadvertently sharing drivers' data with ICE, officials say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens higher as traders anticipate end to federal shutdown

Wall Street opened higher on Wednesday with the Dow at a record high, as investors cheered a likely end to the longest U.S. government shutdown, while an upbeat earnings outlook from

Wall St opens higher as traders anticipate end to federal shutdown
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

India says Delhi blast was 'terror incident', sources cite possible link with Kashmir arrests

India's government confirmed on Wednesday that it was treating a car blast that killed eight people and wounded at least 20 others in Delhi as a "

India says Delhi blast was 'terror incident', sources cite possible link with Kashmir arrests
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Fed may soon start buying bonds to manage market liquidity, Williams says

By Michael S.

Fed may soon start buying bonds to manage market liquidity, Williams says
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Sanctions stymie Lukoil drilling plans in Romanian Black Sea

Oslo-listed Vantage Drilling cancelled a contract to drill next year, which two industry sources told Reuters on Wednesday was with

Sanctions stymie Lukoil drilling plans in Romanian Black Sea
Political|Science|Technology|World

Checking Iran's enriched uranium stock is 'long overdue', IAEA report says

Iran still has not let inspectors into the nuclear sites Israel and the United States bombed in June, the U.N. atomic watchdog said in a confidential report on

Checking Iran's enriched uranium stock is 'long overdue', IAEA report says
MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

UN watchdog hasn't been able to verify Iran's stockpile of near-weapons grade uranium in months

The International Atomic Energy Agency has been unable to verify Iran's near weapons-grade uranium stockpile since Israel struck its nuclear sites in June

UN watchdog hasn't been able to verify Iran's stockpile of near-weapons grade uranium in months
Business|Health|World

More than 80 nonprofits receive $250M for global women's health from Melinda French Gates

More than 80 organizations that provide health care for women all over the world received grants Wednesday totaling $250 million from Melinda French Gates after a year-long application process

More than 80 nonprofits receive $250M for global women's health from Melinda French Gates
Health|Science|US|World

Global tuberculosis diagnoses rise to a record, but deaths fall, WHO reports

The number of people diagnosed with tuberculosis worldwide rose again last year, eclipsing 2023's record total

Global tuberculosis diagnoses rise to a record, but deaths fall, WHO reports
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Trial of former Congolese rebel leader Lumbala over wartime atrocities opens in Paris

The trial of Congolese rebel leader Roger Lumbala has begun in Paris over atrocities committed during the Second Congo War

Trial of former Congolese rebel leader Lumbala over wartime atrocities opens in Paris
Asia|Business|Europe|Political|World

Xi pitches closer ties to Spanish king as Madrid courts Chinese investment

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday offered Spain's King Felipe VI a vision of cooperation with "

Xi pitches closer ties to Spanish king as Madrid courts Chinese investment
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Suicide bombing in Pakistan capital kills 12, raises regional tension

A suicide bomber killed 12 people in Pakistan's capital on Tuesday in a sharp escalation of militant violence that the defence minister said had

Suicide bombing in Pakistan capital kills 12, raises regional tension
Economy|Europe|World

Turkey says 20 troops killed in Georgia plane crash; black box found

Turkey on Wednesday said 20 of its soldiers were killed when a military transport plane crashed in Georgia, with all but one of the bodies recovered, marking the

Turkey says 20 troops killed in Georgia plane crash; black box found
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB's Lagarde replaces Fed's Powell on two key BIS committees

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde is to take over from Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell as head of two of the Bank for International Settlements' key economic

ECB's Lagarde replaces Fed's Powell on two key BIS committees
Health|Political|World

UK's Starmer says any attack on cabinet members is 'completely unacceptable'

LONDON -British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that any attack on members of his cabinet was "completely unacceptable", suggesting he was not behind newspaper reports that his allies

UK's Starmer says any attack on cabinet members is 'completely unacceptable'
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed to cut rates again in December on weakening job market, say most economists: Reuters poll

The U.S.

Fed to cut rates again in December on weakening job market, say most economists: Reuters poll
Europe|Lifestyle|World

Jesus did not appear on hill in France, Vatican says

Jesus may answer prayers but he has not made special appearances in a small town in the north of France, the Vatican said on Wednesday.

Jesus did not appear on hill in France, Vatican says
Africa|Economy|World

Senegal president and ruling party clash over leadership post

Senegal's president and the political party he belongs to have issued conflicting statements over the leadership of the ruling coalition, a clear sign of dissension among top leaders

Senegal president and ruling party clash over leadership post
Political|World

Israeli defence minister says he intends to close public radio station

Israel’s defense minister said on Wednesday he planned to close publicly funded Army Radio in what he described as an attempt to preserve the military’s nonpartisan character, but the

Israeli defence minister says he intends to close public radio station
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

BBC holds surprise board meeting to weigh Trump’s legal threat

BBC holds surprise board meeting to weigh Trump’s legal threat

BBC holds surprise board meeting to weigh Trump’s legal threat
Health|World

Gaza patients face a painful wait as hospitals sag under burden of cases

Fourteen-year-old Mohammed Wael Helles has been waiting for surgery on a serious spinal injury caused by an Israeli airstrike for nearly two months, one of

Gaza patients face a painful wait as hospitals sag under burden of cases
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Tehran taps run dry as water crisis deepens across Iran

Iran is grappling with its worst water crisis in decades, with officials warning that Tehran — a city of more than 10 million — may soon be uninhabitable if the

Tehran taps run dry as water crisis deepens across Iran
Arts|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Northern lights just dazzled night skies as far south as Florida. Here’s who has the best chance to see them tonight

Northern lights just dazzled night skies as far south as Florida. Here’s who has the best chance to see them tonight

Northern lights just dazzled night skies as far south as Florida. Here’s who has the best chance to see them tonight
Asia|Crime|World

Pakistan's prime minister offers talks to Afghanistan after deadly militant attacks

Pakistan’s prime minister has offered talks to Afghanistan’s Taliban government in a renewed peace overture

Pakistan's prime minister offers talks to Afghanistan after deadly militant attacks
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Pope Leo shares his all-time favorite movies

Pope Leo shares his all-time favorite movies

Pope Leo shares his all-time favorite movies
Economy|Health|Political|World

UK's Starmer tries to shore up authority after leadership challenge briefing

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer distanced himself on Wednesday from a briefing by unnamed allies that he would fight any leadership bid,

UK's Starmer tries to shore up authority after leadership challenge briefing
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

UN agencies warn of famine for millions, appeal for more funding

Millions more people risk famine in at least a dozen crisis spots around the world, including Sudan and Gaza, two U.N. agencies warned on Wednesday, appealing for funds to address a

UN agencies warn of famine for millions, appeal for more funding
Crime|Education|Europe|World

UK counter-radicalisation scheme Prevent sees sharp rise in referrals

Britain's counter-radicalisation scheme Prevent recorded a 27% rise in referrals last year, with about a third of those concerning individuals without an ideology, showing the scale

UK counter-radicalisation scheme Prevent sees sharp rise in referrals
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Tech turbulence and data deluge due

By Mike Dolan -What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Markets have already effectively priced in the U.S. government's reopening on Monday,

Tech turbulence and data deluge due
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German exports get welcome boost from Eastern Europe, says business group

Germany's export business, struggling under high U.S. tariffs and a slump in China, got a welcome shot in the arm from trade with Eastern Europe in

German exports get welcome boost from Eastern Europe, says business group
Business|Economy|World

India's inflation tanks to record low, boosting December rate-cut hopes

India's retail inflation slumped to a record low of 0.25% in October, driven by a sharp fall in food prices and tax cuts on consumer goods, paving the way for a

India's inflation tanks to record low, boosting December rate-cut hopes
Business|Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump asks Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in letter, Israeli president's office says

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has received a letter from U.S.

Trump asks Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in letter, Israeli president's office says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

How could British Prime Minister Keir Starmer be ousted by unhappy lawmakers?

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was battling to maintain his authority over his party on Wednesday after one of his most senior ministers criticised the "toxic" culture in his

How could British Prime Minister Keir Starmer be ousted by unhappy lawmakers?
Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets|World

Fearful of Trump's raids, some Hispanic shoppers turn to safety of online buying

In Newark's heavily Latino Ironbound district, Rosa Ludena works the register of the electronics shop she's owned since 2003. 

Fearful of Trump's raids, some Hispanic shoppers turn to safety of online buying
Arts|Health|Lifestyle|World

Ukrainians turn to tattoos to ease grief from war

When Natalia Lipei pulls up her sleeve, the 66-year-old Ukrainian pensioner reveals a colourful tattoo: a winged sword, symbolising the air-assault unit her son Viktor served in before

Ukrainians turn to tattoos to ease grief from war
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone inflation risks may be tilted to upside, Schnabel argues

Euro zone inflation is unlikely to fall too low and risks may actually be skewed toward higher than forecast readings, but the European Central Bank can tolerate small target

Euro zone inflation risks may be tilted to upside, Schnabel argues
Business|Election|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Elaine Luria helped investigate Jan. 6 and lost her House seat. Now she's attempting a comeback

A Virginia Democrat who helped investigate the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol is making a comeback bid in a key congressional district as her party looks to break President Donald Trump’s grip on federal power in the 2026 midterms

Elaine Luria helped investigate Jan. 6 and lost her House seat. Now she's attempting a comeback
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Trump pens letter asking Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in corruption trial

Trump pens letter asking Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in corruption trial

Trump pens letter asking Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in corruption trial
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia makes gains in southern Ukraine as it expands front-line attacks

A Ukrainian commander says the Russian army has overrun three settlements in Ukraine's southern Zaporizhzhia region

Russia makes gains in southern Ukraine as it expands front-line attacks
Arts|Science|Travel|World

Mount Nemrut: Where colossal stone gods guard a 2,000-year-old mystery

Mount Nemrut: Where colossal stone gods guard a 2,000-year-old mystery

Mount Nemrut: Where colossal stone gods guard a 2,000-year-old mystery
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Dozens of Venezuelans deported from US to notorious Salvadoran prison subjected to torture, rights groups claim in new report

Dozens of Venezuelans deported from US to notorious Salvadoran prison subjected to torture, rights groups claim in new report

Dozens of Venezuelans deported from US to notorious Salvadoran prison subjected to torture, rights groups claim in new report
Crime|Health|World

Video shows suspected suicide attack in Pakistan

A rare explosion in Pakistan’s capital city of Islamabad has left 12 people dead and 20 injured, according to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences Hospital.

Video shows suspected suicide attack in Pakistan
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says contacts with Britain failed to develop

The Kremlin said on Wednesday there had been contact between Britain's national security adviser, Jonathan Powell, and Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov but that the dialogue

Kremlin says contacts with Britain failed to develop
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ex-Polish justice minister offers to be questioned abroad, lawyer says

A former Polish justice minister accused of abuse of power has offered to be questioned in Hungary or Belgium, his lawyer told Rzeczpospolita daily in comments published late on

Ex-Polish justice minister offers to be questioned abroad, lawyer says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Italy industry output rebounds after August slump

Italian industrial output rebounded 2.8% in September after a 2.7% drop in August, data showed on Wednesday, offering some hope to the country's long-struggling manufacturing sector.

Italy industry output rebounds after August slump
Business|Economy|Technology|World

India's GCC count to grow to 2,400 by 2030; impact of H1-B crackdown minimal, says TeamLease

By Abhirami G -India could host more than 2,400 global capability centres by 2030, TeamLease Services said on Wednesday, adding that  U.S.

India's GCC count to grow to 2,400 by 2030; impact of H1-B crackdown minimal, says TeamLease
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

New reflationist members at Japan's top economic panel push for big stimulus

Two newly appointed members of the Japanese government's top economic panel called on Wednesday for an economic stimulus package larger than last year's,

New reflationist members at Japan's top economic panel push for big stimulus
Economy|Political|Travel|US|World

US House returns to Washington for vote to end government shutdown

By Nolan D.

US House returns to Washington for vote to end government shutdown
Political|Science|Technology|World

Japan PM wavers on nuclear arms question in sign of possible shift

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi this week hinted at a possible shift in the country's decades-old non-nuclear principles, raising speculation that

Japan PM wavers on nuclear arms question in sign of possible shift
Europe|Political|World

Turkish military plane crash in Georgia kills all 20 on board

Turkey's defense minister has announced that all 20 personnel on board a military cargo plane that crashed in Georgia have died

Turkish military plane crash in Georgia kills all 20 on board
Arts|Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Bagpipers claim world record with AC/DC's 'It's a Long Way to the Top'

An ensemble of 374 bagpipers has claimed a new world record by playing AC/DC’s “It’s a Long Way to the Top.”

Bagpipers claim world record with AC/DC's 'It's a Long Way to the Top'
Crime|Europe|World

France honors victims 10 years after attacks at Bataclan concert hall, cafes and national stadium

France is paying tribute to victims of the 2015 Paris attacks, marking 10 years since the tragedy

France honors victims 10 years after attacks at Bataclan concert hall, cafes and national stadium
Business|Economy|Political|World

Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?

Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?

Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Technology|World

China's Singles' Day shopping festival winds down with 'muted' sentiment

China's Singles' Day sales festival is coming to a close after more than a month of promotions on the country's largest e-commerce platforms, which

China's Singles' Day shopping festival winds down with 'muted' sentiment
Business|Political|US|World

Does Trump have a defamation case against the BBC?

U.S.

Does Trump have a defamation case against the BBC?
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Chinese firms say EU business conditions have deteriorated for sixth year

Chinese companies in the European Union say business conditions in the bloc have deteriorated for a sixth consecutive year, with rising labour costs and political challenges

Chinese firms say EU business conditions have deteriorated for sixth year
Asia|Business|Crime|World

Thailand extradites gambling kingpin She Zhijiang to China

Wanted gambling kingpin She Zhijiang is being extradited to China from Bangkok on Wednesday, Thai police said, after a Thai court earlier this week upheld an order that followed a

Thailand extradites gambling kingpin She Zhijiang to China
Europe|World

Russia is ready to resume talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, foreign ministry official says

Russia is ready to resume peace negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul, Russian state news agency TASS cited a foreign ministry official as saying on Wednesday.

Russia is ready to resume talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, foreign ministry official says
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Former aide to two NY governors, accused of being Chinese agent, goes on trial for money laundering and fraud

Former aide to two NY governors, accused of being Chinese agent, goes on trial for money laundering and fraud

Former aide to two NY governors, accused of being Chinese agent, goes on trial for money laundering and fraud
Election|Political|US|World

Jack Schlossberg, grandson of JFK, to run for US Congress

Jack Schlossberg, grandson of the 35th U.S. president, John F.

Jack Schlossberg, grandson of JFK, to run for US Congress
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Why are multilateral development banks under pressure to reform?​

The World Bank and other multilateral development banks (MDBs) are under pressure to offer more help to poor countries being hammered by energy challenges and

Why are multilateral development banks under pressure to reform?​
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German inflation confirmed at 2.3% in October

German inflation slowed slightly in October to 2.3%, the federal statistics office said on Wednesday, confirming preliminary data.

German inflation confirmed at 2.3% in October
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

World oil and gas demand could grow until 2050, IEA says

Global oil and gas demand could grow until 2050, the International Energy Agency said on Wednesday, departing from previous expectations of a speedy transition to

World oil and gas demand could grow until 2050, IEA says
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China's soybean glut could defeat US export hopes after trade thaw

China is grappling with a glut of soybeans after months of record imports, curbing prospects for U.S. exports despite a recent trade truce

China's soybean glut could defeat US export hopes after trade thaw
Asia|Political|World

Thai-Cambodia border tensions escalate, at least one dead

At least one person was killed in Cambodia amid a flare-up of conflict with Thailand on Wednesday as the neighbours accused each other of opening fire along a disputed part of their

Thai-Cambodia border tensions escalate, at least one dead
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Sweden's finance minister sees signs of economy picking up

Sweden's economy is picking up speed after a period of sluggish growth, but uncertainty remains high, Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson said on Wednesday.

Sweden's finance minister sees signs of economy picking up
Africa|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Vodacom inks Africa internet deal with Musk's Starlink

South Africa's largest mobile operator Vodacom Group has signed an agreement with Elon Musk's Starlink to deliver high-speed, low-latency broadband internet for businesses across Africa,

Vodacom inks Africa internet deal with Musk's Starlink
Economy|Environment|Europe|Science|World

Iceland sees security risk, existential threat in Atlantic Ocean current's possible collapse

Iceland has designated the potential collapse of a major Atlantic Ocean current system a national security concern and an existential threat,

Iceland sees security risk, existential threat in Atlantic Ocean current's possible collapse
Business|Education|Environment|World

Typhoon Fung-wong brings floods to Taiwan, thousands evacuated

Taiwan evacuated more than 8,300 people ahead of Wednesday's arrival of a much weakened Typhoon Fung-wong that brought record downpours to the mountainous east

Typhoon Fung-wong brings floods to Taiwan, thousands evacuated
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Food|World

Global wine output subdued by climate shocks, OIV says

Global wine production rose slightly in 2025, but output remained below average for a third consecutive year as vineyards faced extreme and volatile weather,

Global wine output subdued by climate shocks, OIV says
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China and Spain sign agreements to strengthen cooperation on Spanish king's visit

Spanish King Felipe VI and Chinese President Xi Jinping have signed agreements on language exchanges and other areas as both sides vowed to strengthen their cooperation

China and Spain sign agreements to strengthen cooperation on Spanish king's visit
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

This anti-drone technology is used on the Ukrainian battlefield and in NATO airspace after flyovers

Drone warfare exploded following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022

This anti-drone technology is used on the Ukrainian battlefield and in NATO airspace after flyovers
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Japan finance minister says weak yen's disadvantages more pronounced than advantages

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Wednesday she would not deny that the negative aspects of the weak yen on the economy have become more pronounced than the positive

Japan finance minister says weak yen's disadvantages more pronounced than advantages
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US Congress poised to get back to work

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter The U.S. government is on the brink of reopening, potentially restoring pay to unpaid federal workers and ending a

US Congress poised to get back to work
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan prime minister 'strongly hopes' BOJ achieves wage-driven inflation

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she "strongly hopes" the central bank achieves inflation driven by wages rather than primarily through

Japan prime minister 'strongly hopes' BOJ achieves wage-driven inflation
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|Political|Travel|World

Rohingya survivor recalls deadly boat sinking, more bodies found

The death toll from the sinking of a boat carrying members of Myanmar's persecuted Rohingya

Rohingya survivor recalls deadly boat sinking, more bodies found
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Gulfstream says US business jet demand strong but China slow due to trade tensions

U.S. trade tensions have slowed opportunities for business jet deals in China, the president of corporate planemaker Gulfstream Aerospace said, in a rare case of demand

Gulfstream says US business jet demand strong but China slow due to trade tensions
Asia|Political|Science|World

'Crossed the line': Chinese state media blast Japan PM as Taiwan spat rumbles on

A spat between China and Japan over Japanese Premier Sanae Takaichi's Taiwan comments showed no signs of abating on Wednesday with a series of

'Crossed the line': Chinese state media blast Japan PM as Taiwan spat rumbles on
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Asian equities witness over $10 billion foreign outflows in November as AI rally stalls

Asian equities witnessed steep cross-border outflows in the first week of November as investors booked profits on caution over lofty tech valuations and uncertainty about the sustainability

Asian equities witness over $10 billion foreign outflows in November as AI rally stalls
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

GM wants parts makers to pull supply chains from China

General Motors has directed several thousand of its suppliers to scrub their supply chains of parts from China, four people familiar with the matter said, reflecting

GM wants parts makers to pull supply chains from China
Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan to pledge bold spending increase in stimulus package, draft shows

Japan's government will pledge to increase spending "without hesitation" to support an economy on the cusp of emerging from stagnation, according to a draft of

Japan to pledge bold spending increase in stimulus package, draft shows
Asia|Business|Political|World

Thai king's historic state visit to China signals closer ties

When King Maha Vajiralongkorn arrives in Beijing on Thursday, he will become the first reigning Thai monarch to make a state visit to China, in what analysts say

Thai king's historic state visit to China signals closer ties
Business|Economy|Political|World

Top diplomats from G7 countries meet in Canada as trade tensions rise with Trump

Top diplomats from the Group of Seven industrialized democracies are converging on southern Ontario as tensions rise between the U.S. and traditional allies like Canada over defense spending and trade

Top diplomats from G7 countries meet in Canada as trade tensions rise with Trump
Asia|Australia|Political|World

Australia and Indonesia announce new security treaty

Australia and Indonesia have agreed on a new security treaty that commits them to consult each other if either country is threatened,

Australia and Indonesia announce new security treaty
World

Australia's central bank debates if monetary policy is restrictive, deputy governor says

A top Australian central banker said on Wednesday that there was increasing debate about whether the current cash rate of 3.6% is restrictive enough to keep inflation

Australia's central bank debates if monetary policy is restrictive, deputy governor says
Asia|Political|World

South Korea to maintain backing for UN resolution on North Korea human rights

South Korea will co-sponsor an annual U.N. resolution that raises concerns over North Korea's human rights situation, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday, defying

South Korea to maintain backing for UN resolution on North Korea human rights
Economy|Education|Health|World

Afghanistan economic recovery buckles as nine in 10 families go hungry or into debt, UNDP says

Afghanistan's economic recovery is buckling as nine in 10 households are forced to skip meals, sell belongings or take on debt to survive, the United Nations said on

Afghanistan economic recovery buckles as nine in 10 families go hungry or into debt, UNDP says
Health|World

Israel’s longest war is leaving a trail of traumatized soldiers, with suicides also on the rise

Israel’s longest war is leaving a trail of traumatized soldiers in its wake

Israel’s longest war is leaving a trail of traumatized soldiers, with suicides also on the rise
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Thailand ‘halts’ peace agreement with Cambodia hailed by Trump after landmine explosion injures troops

Thailand ‘halts’ peace agreement with Cambodia hailed by Trump after landmine explosion injures troops

Thailand ‘halts’ peace agreement with Cambodia hailed by Trump after landmine explosion injures troops
Education|Health|World

More sleep, less screen time as China aims to reduce student stress

Chinese authorities have announced measures to improve the mental health of primary and secondary school students by reducing academic pressure, cutting screen time and mandating

More sleep, less screen time as China aims to reduce student stress
Asia|Education|Environment|World

Taiwan evacuates 8,300 and shuts schools before tropical storm brushes island

Taiwan has evacuated 8,300 people and closed schools before a tropical storm brushes the southern part of the island later Wednesday

Taiwan evacuates 8,300 and shuts schools before tropical storm brushes island
Americas|Crime|Environment|Political|World

Protesters force their way into COP30 summit venue, clash with security

Dozens of Indigenous protesters forced their way into the COP30 climate summit venue on Tuesday and clashed with security guards

Protesters force their way into COP30 summit venue, clash with security
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Full blackout hits the Dominican Republic as crews scramble to restore power

A rare blackout has hit the entire Dominican Republic, snarling traffic and paralyzing business in the country of nearly 11 million people

Full blackout hits the Dominican Republic as crews scramble to restore power
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

Australian spy chief says Chinese hackers probing telecoms, key facilities

Australia's spy chief said on Wednesday hackers working for China's government and military had probed the country's telecoms network and key infrastructure,

Australian spy chief says Chinese hackers probing telecoms, key facilities
Business|Education|Technology|World

Big tech stops complaining, starts complying with Australia's teen social media ban

Online platforms will ping Australian teenagers through over a million accounts in coming days offering a choice: download data, freeze profiles or lose the lot when a

Big tech stops complaining, starts complying with Australia's teen social media ban
Business|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam eyes tariff deal soon, as US seeks to cut huge trade deficit

Vietnam is working to sign a trade agreement with the United States soon, Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son said on Wednesday, as a new round of

Vietnam eyes tariff deal soon, as US seeks to cut huge trade deficit
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Colombia to suspend intelligence cooperation with US over strikes on drug vessels

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has ordered security forces to stop sharing intelligence with the United States until it stops striking suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean

Colombia to suspend intelligence cooperation with US over strikes on drug vessels
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Irish corporate taxes to avoid tariff hit but risks rise, watchdog says

Most of Ireland's big corporate taxpayers have so far escaped the direct impact of U.S. tariffs, but American trade policies have made the outlook for this critical source of

Irish corporate taxes to avoid tariff hit but risks rise, watchdog says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Yen stablecoin issuer predicts growing presence in Japan's bond market

Stablecoin issuers could become major buyers of Japanese government bonds in several years and influence the central bank's control over monetary policy, the head of

Yen stablecoin issuer predicts growing presence in Japan's bond market
Economy|Health|Political|World

The Latest: Supreme Court keeps a block on SNAP payments, as shutdown potentially nears an end

The Supreme Court has extended an order blocking full SNAP payments amid signals that the government shutdown could soon end and food aid payments resume

The Latest: Supreme Court keeps a block on SNAP payments, as shutdown potentially nears an end
Africa|Crime|Europe|World

European Union and Indian navies take over ship used by pirates off Somalia to seize tanker

The European Union and Indian navies have taken over a ship used by pirates off the coast of Somalia to seize a Malta-flagged tanker called the Hellas Aphrodite

European Union and Indian navies take over ship used by pirates off Somalia to seize tanker
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Shutdown leaves a mark on an already-struggling economy, from lost paychecks to canceled flights

The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history appears to be nearing an end, but not without leaving a mark on an already-struggling economy

Shutdown leaves a mark on an already-struggling economy, from lost paychecks to canceled flights
Arts|Entertainment|Technology|World

In Trump-dominated media world, editing video takes on new significance — as BBC uproar shows

The job of videotape editors was once one of the least-noticed in the media world

In Trump-dominated media world, editing video takes on new significance — as BBC uproar shows
Americas|Environment|Science|World

Record-low temperatures shock the Southeast US while snowfall blankets parts of the Northeast

The southeastern U.S. has plunged into record-low temperatures, affecting 18 million people under a freeze warning across Alabama, Florida, and Georgia

Record-low temperatures shock the Southeast US while snowfall blankets parts of the Northeast
Crime|Europe|World

Turkish military plane with 20 on board crashes in Georgia

A Turkish military cargo plane has crashed in Georgia near the Azerbaijan border, according to Turkish and Georgian authorities

Turkish military plane with 20 on board crashes in Georgia
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Australia's MinRes inks $765 million deal with POSCO for lithium JV stake, shares surge

Australia's Mineral Resources said on Wednesday it would sell a 30% stake in part of its lithium business to South Korea's POSCO for $765 million to reduce debt, sending its

Australia's MinRes inks $765 million deal with POSCO for lithium JV stake, shares surge
Business|Economy|Environment|World

At COP30, California Governor Newsom blasts Trump for 'dumb' US climate policy

California Governor Gavin Newsom assured an audience at the COP30 climate summit in Brazil that his state would continue to prioritize green technology,

At COP30, California Governor Newsom blasts Trump for 'dumb' US climate policy
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Global EV sales growth hits 23% in October, research firm says

Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose 23% in October to 1.9 million units, driven by strong demand across major markets, market

Global EV sales growth hits 23% in October, research firm says
Crime|Political|World

Colombia president orders suspension of intelligence sharing with US

Colombian President Gustavo Petro ordered Colombian public security forces to suspend intelligence sharing with U.S. intelligence agencies until Washington stops attacking boats in the

Colombia president orders suspension of intelligence sharing with US
Americas|Crime|Environment|World

Protesters confront security at main venue of UN climate talks

A group of activists skirmished with security on Tuesday at United Nations climate talks in Brazilian Amazon city Belem, briefly trying to force their way into the main venue before they were pushed back

Protesters confront security at main venue of UN climate talks
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Families of 15 Camp Mystic flood victims file lawsuits claiming gross negligence after 27 girls and counselors died

Families of 15 Camp Mystic flood victims file lawsuits claiming gross negligence after 27 girls and counselors died

Families of 15 Camp Mystic flood victims file lawsuits claiming gross negligence after 27 girls and counselors died
Business|Economy|Environment|World

AP Interview: Newsom says Trump climate-fighting absence is 'doubling down on stupid'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is criticizing the United States for missing key United Nations climate talks, calling it doubling down on stupid

AP Interview: Newsom says Trump climate-fighting absence is 'doubling down on stupid'
Environment|Science|World

Landmark Paris Agreement set a path to slow warming. The world hasn't stayed on it

The world has seen faster climate change than expected since the Paris Agreement a decade ago

Landmark Paris Agreement set a path to slow warming. The world hasn't stayed on it
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japanese manufacturers' sentiment surges to highest in nearly four years: Reuters poll

Japanese manufacturing confidence surged to its highest level in nearly four years in November, led by the electronics and auto sectors which have been buoyed by

Japanese manufacturers' sentiment surges to highest in nearly four years: Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Tokyo protests Russia's wider entry ban over Ukraine sanctions

Japan decried as "absolutely unacceptable" on Wednesday Russia's extension of an entry ban to 30 more citizens, among them a foreign ministry spokesperson, after Tokyo's sanctions

Tokyo protests Russia's wider entry ban over Ukraine sanctions
Business|Crime|Lifestyle|US|World

Man says cockroach told him to kill two people

Man says cockroach told him to kill two people

Man says cockroach told him to kill two people
Business|Economy|World

US Supreme Court extends pause on order requiring Trump to fully fund food aid

The U.S.

US Supreme Court extends pause on order requiring Trump to fully fund food aid
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court allows Trump administration to continue SNAP cutback

The U.S.

US Supreme Court allows Trump administration to continue SNAP cutback
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

Schumer faces criticism as shutdown nears end, but his job appears safe

Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer led his caucus and the country into a record-breaking government shutdown and voted against reopening when some of his members defected

Schumer faces criticism as shutdown nears end, but his job appears safe
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

‘She was a force for good’: Parents remember KU student killed in hit-and-run crash

‘She was a force for good’: Parents remember KU student killed in hit-and-run crash

‘She was a force for good’: Parents remember KU student killed in hit-and-run crash
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

US House Speaker Johnson to swear in Democratic Representative-elect Grijalva on Wednesday

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson will swear in Democratic Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva on Wednesday, Johnson's office said on Tuesday.

US House Speaker Johnson to swear in Democratic Representative-elect Grijalva on Wednesday
Crime|Health|World

Migrants at largest US detention camp face foul water, rotten food, congresswoman says 

Detainees at the largest U.S. migrant detention camp endure foul-tasting drinking water, rotten food and inadequate healthcare, according to a U.S. congresswoman who called

Migrants at largest US detention camp face foul water, rotten food, congresswoman says 
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump border commander could head to Charlotte, New Orleans, sources say

U.S.

Trump border commander could head to Charlotte, New Orleans, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|US|World

California's Newsom criticizes "chilling" U.S. military strikes on alleged drug-carrying vessels

California Governor Gavin Newsom said it was chilling to see the U.S. military blowing up suspected drug vessels in the Caribbean and off the Pacific coasts of Latin America

California's Newsom criticizes "chilling" U.S. military strikes on alleged drug-carrying vessels
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trading Day: Tech, the lone cloud on sunny Wall Street

U.S. tech was the major outlier in an otherwise buoyant day for global stocks on Tuesday, as relief around the expected end of the U.S. government

Trading Day: Tech, the lone cloud on sunny Wall Street
Crime|Political|World

South Korea court issues arrest warrant for former spy chief in martial law declaration probe, Yonhap reports

A South Korea court issued an arrest warrant on Tuesday for former spy agency chief Cho Tae-yong who is under a probe into ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law in

South Korea court issues arrest warrant for former spy chief in martial law declaration probe, Yonhap reports
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Dozens of Israeli settlers launch arson attack in West Bank as attacks against Palestinians surge

Dozens of Israeli settlers launch arson attack in West Bank as attacks against Palestinians surge

Dozens of Israeli settlers launch arson attack in West Bank as attacks against Palestinians surge
Americas|Crime|Environment|Political|World

French foreign minister says US military operations in Caribbean violate international law

France is worried about U.S. military operations in the Caribbean because they violate international law, the country's foreign minister Jean-Noel

French foreign minister says US military operations in Caribbean violate international law
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US bank regulators move to finalize Treasuries-linked capital plan, Bloomberg News reports

U.S. regulators have agreed on the terms to ease a set of capital requirements that could potentially allow banks to hold more Treasuries, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people

US bank regulators move to finalize Treasuries-linked capital plan, Bloomberg News reports
Environment|Science|World

US research official departs as Trump overhauls Arctic policy

(Corrects paragraph 14 to delete reference to former USARC commissioners' obvious personal or professional lack of connections to the Arctic, adds more information on Nesheiwat's professional

US research official departs as Trump overhauls Arctic policy
Business|Economy|World

Mexico imposes 156% tariff on sugar imports

Mexico on Tuesday implemented a new tariff for sugar imports due to falling international prices and a risk of oversupply in the domestic market, according to

Mexico imposes 156% tariff on sugar imports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Asian shares are mixed in cautious trading after a mixed day on Wall Street

Asian shares are mixed in cautious trading after most U.S. stocks rose, settling back to where they were before last week’s swoon over the future of artificial intelligence

Asian shares are mixed in cautious trading after a mixed day on Wall Street
Interview|Lifestyle|World

World War II veteran reflects on D-Day and life lessons

World War II veteran reflects on D-Day and life lessons

World War II veteran reflects on D-Day and life lessons
Americas|Crime|World

Sexual harassment in Mexico drives women to look for rides with other women

Women in Mexico face daily fears of harassment and violence, especially when using public transportation and rideshare apps

Sexual harassment in Mexico drives women to look for rides with other women
Business|Health|Science|World

FDA names longtime cancer scientist Pazdur to lead drug center

The Food and Drug Administration has named a longtime regulator of cancer medications to lead the agency’s drug center

FDA names longtime cancer scientist Pazdur to lead drug center
Crime|World

Masked Israeli settlers attack 2 Palestinian villages in the West Bank

Israeli and Palestinian officials say dozens of masked Israeli settlers have attacked a pair of Palestinian villages in the occupied West Bank

Masked Israeli settlers attack 2 Palestinian villages in the West Bank
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US consumer watchdog to narrow civil rights era lending law, sources say

The U.S.

US consumer watchdog to narrow civil rights era lending law, sources say
Business|Economy|World

Brazil caps fees, shortens payment terms in billion-dollar meal voucher market

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva signed on Tuesday a decree seeking to lower intermediation costs in the country's multi-billion-real meal voucher market, which will

Brazil caps fees, shortens payment terms in billion-dollar meal voucher market
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Lawsuit challenges TSA's ban on transgender officers conducting pat-downs

A Virginia transportation security officer is accusing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security of sex discrimination over a policy barring transgender officers from performing security pat-downs

Lawsuit challenges TSA's ban on transgender officers conducting pat-downs
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Trump's $1B lawsuit threat casts shadow over the BBC, but it could also be a bluff

U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to bring a billion-dollar lawsuit against the BBC has cast a shadow over the British broadcaster’s future, but it could also be a bluff with little legal merit

Trump's $1B lawsuit threat casts shadow over the BBC, but it could also be a bluff
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Sports|World

Former world chess champion Vladimir Kramnik to face probe over online comments about rival

Former world chess champion Vladimir Kramnik to face probe over online comments about rival

Former world chess champion Vladimir Kramnik to face probe over online comments about rival
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Newsom tells AP the eight senators who struck the shutdown deal aren't alarmed enough about Trump

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is warning that eight senators' decision to break with Democrats and end the government shutdown shows they aren't alarmed enough about President Donald Trump's impact on political norms

Newsom tells AP the eight senators who struck the shutdown deal aren't alarmed enough about Trump
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer resigns

Israel’s Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, who played a leading role in negotiations during the Gaza war and was a close confidant of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer resigns
Business|Europe|Political|World

Russian forces roll 'Mad Max'-style into battered Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, video shows

Russia said its forces had pushed deeper into the eastern Ukrainian cities of Pokrovsk and Kupiansk on Tuesday, with one video showing Russian

Russian forces roll 'Mad Max'-style into battered Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, video shows
Environment|World

Gaza families still without electricity despite ceasefire

Palestinian mother Hanan al-Joujou, 31, has to feed her three children in the dark with a flashlight as there is no electricity in Gaza even after last month's Israel-Hamas ceasefire.

Gaza families still without electricity despite ceasefire
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks rise, dollar dips with focus on labor market, US government reopening

MSCI's global equities index rose modestly on Tuesday as investors looked forward to an end to the U.S. government shutdown, while the

Stocks rise, dollar dips with focus on labor market, US government reopening
Health|Political|World

UNICEF says Israel blocking one million syringes needed to vaccinate Gaza children

UNICEF said on Tuesday essential items including syringes to vaccinate children and bottles for baby formula are being denied entry into Gaza by Israel,

UNICEF says Israel blocking one million syringes needed to vaccinate Gaza children
Crime|Political|US|World

Deal to end US shutdown would also allow some Republican senators to seek $500,000 for January 6 probe

Legislation moving through Congress that would end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history would also allow eight Republican senators to seek hundreds

Deal to end US shutdown would also allow some Republican senators to seek $500,000 for January 6 probe
Europe|World

Ukraine's top commander: Situation has worsened in Zaporizhzhia region

Ukraine's top military commander, Oleksandr Syrskyi, said on Tuesday that the army's situation has "significantly worsened" in parts of southeastern Zaporizhzhia region amid fierce fighting

Ukraine's top commander: Situation has worsened in Zaporizhzhia region
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces as America’s largest warship sails into region

Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces as America’s largest warship sails into region

Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces as America’s largest warship sails into region
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|World

Gal Gadot wins Israel's Genesis Prize for her wartime support

Israeli actor Gal Gadot has been awarded Israel’s Genesis Prize in recognition of her strong support for the country at a time when many in the entertainment industry have criticized it

Gal Gadot wins Israel's Genesis Prize for her wartime support
Environment|Science|US|World

Record-breaking cold settles in across the southern US, but another big change is coming

Record-breaking cold settles in across the southern US, but another big change is coming

Record-breaking cold settles in across the southern US, but another big change is coming
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

British Muslim commentator Sami Hamdi agrees to leave US after immigration detention

British political commentator Sami Hamdi plans to leave the U.S. after spending over two weeks in immigration detention

British Muslim commentator Sami Hamdi agrees to leave US after immigration detention
Health|Political|Travel|World

New Trump directive could deny more visas based on applicants' health and finances

A new directive by President Donald Trump’s administration could make it more difficult for foreigners to visit or live in the United States if they have certain medical conditions such as diabetes or obesity or lack the economic resources and assets to support themselves

New Trump directive could deny more visas based on applicants' health and finances
Environment|Science|World

Indigenous groups get the spotlight at UN climate talks, but some say visibility isn't power

This year's United Nations climate talks in Brazil are putting a special focus on Indigenous peoples

Indigenous groups get the spotlight at UN climate talks, but some say visibility isn't power
Economy|Political|US|World

Speaker Johnson faces an unruly House as lawmakers return for shutdown vote

After refusing to convene the U.S. House during the government shutdown, Speaker Mike Johnson is recalling lawmakers back into session

Speaker Johnson faces an unruly House as lawmakers return for shutdown vote
Business|Economy|US|World

White House eyes return to growth of 3%, 4% by early 2026 after shutdown knock

The U.S. economy should return to growth of 3% to 4% by the first quarter of 2026, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Tuesday.

White House eyes return to growth of 3%, 4% by early 2026 after shutdown knock
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Vehicle slams into home during late-night police chase

Vehicle slams into home during late-night police chase

Vehicle slams into home during late-night police chase
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|Travel|US|World

US airlines cancel 1,200 flights Tuesday as shutdown continues

Airlines canceled 1,200 flights on Tuesday as air traffic control staffing improved significantly ahead of an expected end to a record-setting government

US airlines cancel 1,200 flights Tuesday as shutdown continues
Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

France to help Palestinians draft constitution for future state, Macron says

France will help the Palestinian Authority draft a constitution for a future state, President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday after talks with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in

France to help Palestinians draft constitution for future state, Macron says
Crime|Political|World

Israeli parliament advances death penalty bill backed by Ben-Gvir

The Israeli parliament has advanced a bill that would mandate the death penalty for Palestinian militants convicted of killing Israeli citizens, with some lawmakers believing it

Israeli parliament advances death penalty bill backed by Ben-Gvir
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French central bank sees slight growth in Q4 as political uncertainty weighs

France's central bank said the economy "will grow slightly in the fourth quarter" as high political uncertainty contributes to a slowing pace of expansion in November, although it did

French central bank sees slight growth in Q4 as political uncertainty weighs
Crime|Political|World

At least 12 killed in Islamabad suicide attack – the most deadly assault in the Pakistani capital since 2008

At least 12 killed in Islamabad suicide attack – the most deadly assault in the Pakistani capital since 2008

At least 12 killed in Islamabad suicide attack – the most deadly assault in the Pakistani capital since 2008
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Trump calls 50-year mortgages no 'big deal' as right-wing conservatives balk

U.S.

Trump calls 50-year mortgages no 'big deal' as right-wing conservatives balk
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Oil up as investors balance sanctions risks, oversupply worries

Oil prices gained about $1 on Tuesday on the impact of the latest U.S. sanctions on Russian oil and the optimism over a potential end to the U.S. government shutdown,

Oil up as investors balance sanctions risks, oversupply worries
Africa|Crime|Political|World

UN believes hundreds were killed in Tanzania election protests

The U.N.

UN believes hundreds were killed in Tanzania election protests
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US lost jobs through late October, new private-sector data shows

U.S. firms were shedding more than 11,000 jobs a week through late October, payroll processor ADP said on Tuesday in its latest real-time estimate of job

US lost jobs through late October, new private-sector data shows
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Buses and trains see resurgence amid US air travel chaos

Americans are increasingly booking buses and trains to their Thanksgiving destinations this year while some have outright canceled their plans following the

Buses and trains see resurgence amid US air travel chaos
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US financial shield could be worth up to $20 billion, Hungary's Orban says

Hungary could choose from four or five facilities to shore up its finances under an agreement with Washington, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Tuesday, with funding worth up to

US financial shield could be worth up to $20 billion, Hungary's Orban says
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FTSE 100 closes at record high on rate cut bets; AstraZeneca shines

Britain's FTSE 100 closed at a record high for the second straight session on Tuesday, as weak UK labour market data boosted hopes for Bank of England rate cuts and

FTSE 100 closes at record high on rate cut bets; AstraZeneca shines
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Greece, Cyprus, Spain and Italy eligible for new help dealing with migration, EU says

Greece, Cyprus, Spain and Italy will be eligible for help dealing with migratory pressures under a new EU mechanism when the bloc's pact on migration and asylum enters into force

Greece, Cyprus, Spain and Italy eligible for new help dealing with migration, EU says
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Venezuelan military preparing guerrilla response in case of US attack

Venezuela is deploying weapons, including decades-old Russian-made equipment, and is planning to mount a guerrilla-style resistance or sow chaos in the event of a U.S. air or ground attack,

Venezuelan military preparing guerrilla response in case of US attack
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Shell challenges arbitration decision on Venture Global LNG supply contracts

Shell has challenged its defeat in an arbitration case against U.S. liquefied natural gas producer Venture Global in the New York Supreme

Shell challenges arbitration decision on Venture Global LNG supply contracts
Crime|US|World

Gregory Bovino and his Border Patrol agents are planning to leave Chicago as early as this week, sources say

Gregory Bovino and his Border Patrol agents are planning to leave Chicago as early as this week, sources say

Gregory Bovino and his Border Patrol agents are planning to leave Chicago as early as this week, sources say
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Pressure grows for release of penguins ‘trapped’ at London aquarium

Pressure grows for release of penguins ‘trapped’ at London aquarium

Pressure grows for release of penguins ‘trapped’ at London aquarium
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Apple pulls two gay dating apps in China under government order

Apple says it has pulled two popular gay dating apps in China following an order from Chinese authorities in the latest evidence of their tightening grip on the LGBTQ+ community

Apple pulls two gay dating apps in China under government order
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British journalist Sami Hamdi expected to be released from ICE detention and return to UK

British journalist Sami Hamdi expected to be released from ICE detention and return to UK

British journalist Sami Hamdi expected to be released from ICE detention and return to UK
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Christian missionary father and daughter died when plane bound for Jamaica crashed in Florida

A Christian missionary father and his daughter were killed when a small plane bound for a hurricane relief mission in Jamaica crashed in a South Florida neighborhood

Christian missionary father and daughter died when plane bound for Jamaica crashed in Florida
Health|World

WWII nurses who dodged bullets and saved lives deserve Congressional honor, lawmakers say

A coalition of retired military nurses and others is pushing to award the Congressional Gold Medal to World War II nurses

WWII nurses who dodged bullets and saved lives deserve Congressional honor, lawmakers say
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Russian court extends jailing of teenage singer over street performance of anti-war songs

A Russian court has extended the jailing of an 18-year-old street singer on charges seen as punishment for performing anti-war songs

Russian court extends jailing of teenage singer over street performance of anti-war songs
Political|World

UK government defends the BBC as critics circle and Trump threatens to sue

The British government has rallied to the defense of the BBC as it faces a dispute with U.S. President Donald Trump

UK government defends the BBC as critics circle and Trump threatens to sue
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Amid tensions with US, high inflation is back on Venezuela’s streets

Amid tensions with US, high inflation is back on Venezuela’s streets

Amid tensions with US, high inflation is back on Venezuela’s streets
Political|World

Syrian official says his country has joined the anti-IS coalition but not the military mission

A Syrian government official says Syria has joined a global coalition against the Islamic State, but that Syria has not joined of the U.S.-led military mission fighting the extremist group

Syrian official says his country has joined the anti-IS coalition but not the military mission
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Trump appointee to UN labour agency 'frozen' over funding and influence concerns

The appointment of a Trump nominee as the deputy head of the International Labour Organisation has been "frozen" following concerns from staff

Trump appointee to UN labour agency 'frozen' over funding and influence concerns
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Lithuanian foreign minister refuses Lukashenko offer of talks on reopening border

Lithuania's foreign minister said he would refuse talks with Belarus on reopening their border, after its President Alexander Lukashenko on Tuesday ordered

Lithuanian foreign minister refuses Lukashenko offer of talks on reopening border
Election|Political|World

Iraqis vote in election they expect to bring little reform

Iraqis voted in parliamentary elections on Tuesday in which Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani was seeking a second term but many disillusioned young voters saw

Iraqis vote in election they expect to bring little reform
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Chinese fraudster's luxury life on the run ends in London jail

As Chinese police closed in on the architect of a massive Ponzi scheme that cost thousands their life savings, a woman in her mid-40s was taken by an accomplice to the Myanmar border

Chinese fraudster's luxury life on the run ends in London jail
Business|Technology|World

Boeing keeps up strong delivery pace in October 

Boeing said on Tuesday that it delivered 53 jets in October, bringing its total for the year to 493, and received 15 new orders last month.

Boeing keeps up strong delivery pace in October 
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Bitwise sparks industry scramble with Solana ETF launch

Crypto firm Bitwise Asset Management's successful push to launch the first U.S. spot Solana ETF while the Securities and Exchange Commission was shut down has upended the

Bitwise sparks industry scramble with Solana ETF launch
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Porsche crisis weighs on top shareholder's profit

A crisis at luxury carmaker Porsche AG hit earnings at its top shareholder Porsche SE in the first nine months of the year, with adjusted profit after tax falling by

Porsche crisis weighs on top shareholder's profit
Economy|Health|Political|World

UK cuts aid to global disease initiative by 15% to 850 million pounds

Britain on Tuesday slashed by 15% its contribution to a global initiative to fight AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, with an 850-million-pound ($1.14 billion) pledge, the

UK cuts aid to global disease initiative by 15% to 850 million pounds
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European stocks close at record high, led by buoyant healthcare shares, hopes for end to US shutdown

European shares closed at a record high on Tuesday, led by healthcare stocks, as investors anticipated an end to the U.S. government shutdown and

European stocks close at record high, led by buoyant healthcare shares, hopes for end to US shutdown
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish military plane crashes in Georgia with at least 20 on board

A Turkish C-130 military cargo plane with at least 20 personnel on board crashed in Georgia on Tuesday after taking off from Azerbaijan but the number of casualties

Turkish military plane crashes in Georgia with at least 20 on board
Environment|Interview|Science|World

Indigenous leader Raoni calls Brazil infrastructure plans a threat to Amazon forest

At 93 years old, Indigenous leader Raoni Metuktire is urging Brazil to empower native peoples to preserve the Amazon rainforest

Indigenous leader Raoni calls Brazil infrastructure plans a threat to Amazon forest
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Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break

Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break

Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Lifestyle|World

'Mellon Blue' diamond sells for $25.6 million at Swiss auction

A blue diamond weighing nearly 10 carats has sold at auction in Switzerland for $25.6 million including fees

'Mellon Blue' diamond sells for $25.6 million at Swiss auction
Crime|World

Thieves steal Roman statues from Syria's national museum

Officials say thieves have broken into Syria's national museum in Damascus and stolen several ancient statues from the Roman era

Thieves steal Roman statues from Syria's national museum
Sports|World

Ronaldo expects his 6th World Cup at age 41 next year is 'definitely' his last

Cristiano Ronaldo says he expects his record sixth World Cup next year at age 41 will be his last

Ronaldo expects his 6th World Cup at age 41 next year is 'definitely' his last
Africa|Health|Science|World

Biovac starts trials on South Africa's first domestically developed cholera vaccine

Researchers in South Africa have launched clinical trials for the first vaccine developed entirely in the country

Biovac starts trials on South Africa's first domestically developed cholera vaccine
Economy|Education|Health|Opinion|Political|Science|US|World

Blame the shutdown on citizens who prefer politicians to vanquish their opponents rather than to work for the common good

Politicians get blamed for government shutdowns. But does the fault lie also with citizens, who are more invested in punishing partisan rivals than in demanding competent government?

Blame the shutdown on citizens who prefer politicians to vanquish their opponents rather than to work for the common good
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

An Oklahoma sex offender vanished for 13 years after allegedly staging his own abduction. Here’s how officials found him

An Oklahoma sex offender vanished for 13 years after allegedly staging his own abduction. Here’s how officials found him

An Oklahoma sex offender vanished for 13 years after allegedly staging his own abduction. Here’s how officials found him
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Russia will conduct nuclear tests if other nuclear power resume them, Lavrov says

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that Moscow will conduct nuclear tests if any other nuclear power does so.

Russia will conduct nuclear tests if other nuclear power resume them, Lavrov says
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Israel says Hezbollah trying to rebuild, smuggle in arms from Syria

The Israeli military accused Lebanese armed group Hezbollah on Tuesday of seeking to rebuild its combat abilities in south Lebanon to the point of threatening Israel's security

Israel says Hezbollah trying to rebuild, smuggle in arms from Syria
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Swiss could clinch deal for lower US tariffs by end of this week, says source

Switzerland could clinch a deal with the United States to lower U.S. tariffs on Swiss goods to 15% as soon as Thursday or Friday, a Swiss source told

Swiss could clinch deal for lower US tariffs by end of this week, says source
Europe|Political|World

What are the key claims made in the leaked internal BBC memo?

(Refiles Nov.

What are the key claims made in the leaked internal BBC memo?
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy visits heavily bombarded frontline city of Kherson

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy visited the frontline city of Kherson on Tuesday, which is only a few kilometres from Russian positions across the Dnipro river, and faces

Ukraine's Zelenskiy visits heavily bombarded frontline city of Kherson
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Bulgaria has one month of gasoline supplies as US sanctions loom, state reserve agency says

Bulgaria has one month of gasoline supplies left as it braces for the start of U.S. sanctions on Russia's Lukoil, which owns the country's largest oil refinery and most storage and

Bulgaria has one month of gasoline supplies as US sanctions loom, state reserve agency says
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Canadian Conservative leader struggles to unify party divided over Trump-style politics

A lifelong politician who just last year was projected to become prime minister of Canada, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is now struggling to define his party’s

Canadian Conservative leader struggles to unify party divided over Trump-style politics
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Women in Darfur report rape, lost children amid Sudan violence, UN says

Women fleeing Sudan's al-Fashir city report killings, systematic rape and the disappearance of their children following its capture by the paramilitary Rapid

Women in Darfur report rape, lost children amid Sudan violence, UN says
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Turkish prosecutor seeks 2,000 years for jailed opposition mayor of Istanbul

A Turkish prosecutor demanded on Tuesday a prison sentence of more than 2,000 years for Ekrem Imamoglu, the jailed opposition mayor of Istanbul,

Turkish prosecutor seeks 2,000 years for jailed opposition mayor of Istanbul
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US profited from Argentina currency swap deal, Treasury chief Bessent says

The U.S. government "made money" by giving support to the Argentine central bank ahead of last month's midterm election in the South American country, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said

US profited from Argentina currency swap deal, Treasury chief Bessent says
Arts|Crime|MidEast|World

Six ancient statues stolen from Syria's National Museum of Damascus

Six ancient statues have been stolen from the National Museum of Damascus, which is one of the Middle East's oldest cultural institutions and houses a collection showing Syria's

Six ancient statues stolen from Syria's National Museum of Damascus
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Russian teenager who sang anti-Kremlin songs in street gets more jail time

By Andrew Osborn ST.

Russian teenager who sang anti-Kremlin songs in street gets more jail time
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar slides, euro and yen gain as US labor market weakens

The U.S. dollar weakened against the euro and yen on Tuesday on concerns about the deteriorating U.S. labor market after a report showed that private employers cut jobs

Dollar slides, euro and yen gain as US labor market weakens
Crime|World

Prosecutor seeks 2,352-year jail term for Istanbul's jailed mayor over alleged corruption

Istanbul’s chief public prosecutor has filed a sweeping indictment against the city's jailed mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu

Prosecutor seeks 2,352-year jail term for Istanbul's jailed mayor over alleged corruption
Business|World

BBC's outgoing boss rallies staff in face of leadership crisis and Trump legal threat

The outgoing boss of Britain's BBC sought to rally his journalists on Tuesday, saying that although they had made mistakes they needed to fight for

BBC's outgoing boss rallies staff in face of leadership crisis and Trump legal threat
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Stocks shine as foreigners add $27 billion to EM portfolios in October, says IIF

A pick-up in flows into stocks led the way as non-resident investors added $26.9 billion to their emerging markets' equities and debt portfolios in October, data

Stocks shine as foreigners add $27 billion to EM portfolios in October, says IIF
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US consumer watchdog says it is legally blocked from accessing funds

The top U.S. consumer watchdog said on Monday it was legally prohibited from drawing cash from the Federal Reserve to support continuing operations, but that

US consumer watchdog says it is legally blocked from accessing funds
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Chinese fraud mastermind jailed in UK for laundering bitcoin

The mastermind of a vast Ponzi scheme in China, which conned nearly 130,000 investors, was jailed in Britain on Tuesday for over 11 years for laundering the proceeds of

Chinese fraud mastermind jailed in UK for laundering bitcoin
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Trump asks Supreme Court to throw out E. Jean Carroll’s $5 million verdict

President Donald Trump has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to throw out a jury’s finding in a civil lawsuit that he sexually abused writer E

Trump asks Supreme Court to throw out E. Jean Carroll’s $5 million verdict
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Utah judge rejects Republican congressional map in win for Democrats

A Utah judge has thrown out a new U.S. congressional map passed by the Republican-led legislature in favor of an alternative that appears likely to result in

Utah judge rejects Republican congressional map in win for Democrats
Arts|Asia|Crime|World

India on edge after deadly car explosion in capital region. Here’s what we know

India on edge after deadly car explosion in capital region. Here’s what we know

India on edge after deadly car explosion in capital region. Here’s what we know
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Stock market hits speed bump but investors stay on bullish path 

The stock market's recent

Stock market hits speed bump but investors stay on bullish path 
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Taiwan evacuates thousands ahead of tropical storm Fung-wong which left 25 dead in the Philippines

Taiwan has evacuated more than 3,000 people and closed schools and offices ahead of tropical storm Fung-wong

Taiwan evacuates thousands ahead of tropical storm Fung-wong which left 25 dead in the Philippines
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Tech bounce stalls

By Mike Dolan -What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Tuesday's tech-led Wall Street jump on a likely reopening of the U.S. government

Tech bounce stalls
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China’s BYD aims to sell up to 1.6 million vehicles abroad in 2026, Citi says

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD aims to sell up to 1.6 million vehicles abroad next year, doubling down on overseas expansions with high double-digit growth from 2025, Citi said

China’s BYD aims to sell up to 1.6 million vehicles abroad in 2026, Citi says
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Brazil's central bank shows stronger conviction in keeping rates steady

Brazil's central bank said on Tuesday that recent economic developments evolving as expected have reinforced its view that the current 15% benchmark rate is adequate to bring

Brazil's central bank shows stronger conviction in keeping rates steady
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Bank of England sees wider QE benefits cushioning big losses

The Bank of England said on Tuesday that wider benefits from its past government bond purchases mostly offset the large losses accruing on its quantitative

Bank of England sees wider QE benefits cushioning big losses
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Brazil's inflation slows in October, paves way for early 2026 rate cut  

SAO PAULO -Brazil's inflation slowed more than expected in October, following a rebound in September, data from statistics agency IBGE showed on Tuesday, fueling expectations of an interest rate cut

Brazil's inflation slows in October, paves way for early 2026 rate cut  
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

G7 foreign ministers to tackle Ukraine, Middle East peace at meeting in Canada

Group of Seven foreign ministers will meet in Canada on Tuesday, with Ukraine and the Middle East set to be high on the agenda as U.S

G7 foreign ministers to tackle Ukraine, Middle East peace at meeting in Canada
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Biggest IKEA retailer reports profit rise as it tries to sway budget-conscious buyers

The world's biggest retailer of IKEA furniture reported a rise in annual profit on Tuesday, while it tries to bring back cash-strapped

Biggest IKEA retailer reports profit rise as it tries to sway budget-conscious buyers
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK council loses bid to remove asylum seekers from hotel at centre of protests

A British regional council on Tuesday lost its bid to have asylum seekers removed from a hotel targeted by protests after a resident was charged with sexual assault, a

UK council loses bid to remove asylum seekers from hotel at centre of protests
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Germany to spend €26.5 billion on clothes for soldiers, armoured vehicles

Germany plans to allocate nearly 19 billion euros ($22.16 billion) to kit out soldiers with new clothes and personal equipment in the coming years, in addition to 7.5 billion for new

Germany to spend €26.5 billion on clothes for soldiers, armoured vehicles
Asia|Crime|World

Seven homemade bombs were planted in mosque last week, Indonesian police say

Indonesian police found as many as seven homemade explosive devices at the site of a mosque bombing in Jakarta last week, four of which went off, police said on

Seven homemade bombs were planted in mosque last week, Indonesian police say
Economy|World

Argentina October price rises seen broadly steady, annual rate set to fall again: Reuters poll

Argentina's consumer prices likely rose at a roughly steady pace in October compared to the previous month, with the annual average rate remaining on track to mark a 6-year low

Argentina October price rises seen broadly steady, annual rate set to fall again: Reuters poll
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Six months in office, Germany's Merz faces plunge in popularity

Six months after taking office, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is struggling to fulfill pledges to revive Europe's largest economy and fend off the far right, with

Six months in office, Germany's Merz faces plunge in popularity
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Thousands in Serbia protest law to speed Kushner development of old army compound

Thousands of protesters circled a former army headquarters in Serbia on Tuesday over a new law to speed its conversion into a luxury compound leased to an

Thousands in Serbia protest law to speed Kushner development of old army compound
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Ukraine detains 5 people in $100M energy sector graft investigation

A Ukrainian anti-corruption agency has detained five people and identified seven other suspects in a major graft investigation

Ukraine detains 5 people in $100M energy sector graft investigation
Celebrity|Europe|Interview|Sports|World

Cristiano Ronaldo tells CNN the 2026 World Cup will ‘definitely’ be his last

Cristiano Ronaldo tells CNN the 2026 World Cup will ‘definitely’ be his last

Cristiano Ronaldo tells CNN the 2026 World Cup will ‘definitely’ be his last
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Japan's SoftBank says it has sold its shares in Nvidia for $5.8 billion, turning its focus to OpenAI

Japanese technology giant SoftBank says it has sold its stake in Nvidia, raising $5.8 billion to pour into other investments

Japan's SoftBank says it has sold its shares in Nvidia for $5.8 billion, turning its focus to OpenAI
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Serbian protesters vow to prevent real estate project linked to Trump son-in-law Kushner

Thousands of protesters in Serbia have formed a human shield around a bombed-out military complex, vowing to protect it from redevelopment

Serbian protesters vow to prevent real estate project linked to Trump son-in-law Kushner
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Here’s what the US military is using to strike alleged drug boats

Here’s what the US military is using to strike alleged drug boats

Here’s what the US military is using to strike alleged drug boats
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What's in the deal to end the longest US government shutdown?

The U.S. Congress is poised to approve a deal that would end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, which began when lawmakers allowed funding to expire on October 1. 

What's in the deal to end the longest US government shutdown?
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Death toll from capsized boat with Myanmar migrants climbs to 27 as more bodies recovered

The death toll from a capsized boat carrying Rohingya migrants from Myanmar has risen to 27

Death toll from capsized boat with Myanmar migrants climbs to 27 as more bodies recovered