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A charismatic straight talker, Japan's Takaichi is poised to expand her power in Sunday's vote

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is calling a snap election Sunday, counting on her unusual popularity among fans who see the hardline conservative as someone who speaks her mind and can bring change

A charismatic straight talker, Japan's Takaichi is poised to expand her power in Sunday's vote
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department will allow lawmakers to see unredacted versions of released Epstein files

The Department of Justice will allow members of Congress to review unredacted files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Justice Department will allow lawmakers to see unredacted versions of released Epstein files
Entertainment|Sports|World

How the most infamous play call in Super Bowl history set the Seahawks and Patriots on course for a rematch 11 years later

How the most infamous play call in Super Bowl history set the Seahawks and Patriots on course for a rematch 11 years later

How the most infamous play call in Super Bowl history  set the Seahawks and Patriots on course for a rematch 11 years later
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Latest: Trump’s racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash

President Donald Trump’s social media post featuring a video about election conspiracy theories and a racist depiction of former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, as primates in a jungle has been deleted

The Latest: Trump’s racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

As US block of oil supply deepens energy crisis, Cubans ask: What more can we sacrifice?

Cubans on Friday are facing a worsening crisis as U.S. efforts to block oil supplies take a toll

As US block of oil supply deepens energy crisis, Cubans ask: What more can we sacrifice?
Political|Sports|World

Cheers for Team USA turn to jeers for Vance at Milan Cortina opening ceremony

American athletes receive an enthusiastic welcome at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics opening ceremony

Cheers for Team USA turn to jeers for Vance at Milan Cortina opening ceremony
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump ends Obama-era restrictions on commercial fishing in protected area off New England

President Donald Trump issued a proclamation reopening a huge swath of the Atlantic to commercial fishing

Trump ends Obama-era restrictions on commercial fishing in protected area off New England
Business|Crime|US|World

Luigi Mangione speaks out in protest as judge sets state murder trial for June 8

Luigi Mangione spoke out in court against the prospect of back-to-back trials in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

Luigi Mangione speaks out in protest as judge sets state murder trial for June 8
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

The Milan Cortina Olympics officially open with a multi-site ceremony for a spread-out Winter Games

The unprecedented four-site, dual-cauldron Milan Cortina Winter Games have officially been declared open at the conclusion of a ceremony replete with references to Italian icons and culture

The Milan Cortina Olympics officially open with a multi-site ceremony for a spread-out Winter Games
Americas|Crime|World

Trooper and pilot mourned after being killed in an Arizona law enforcement helicopter crash

Arizona law enforcement officers are mourning a veteran U.S. Marine pilot and a trooper paramedic killed in a helicopter crash after they responded to a shootout with a domestic violence suspect

Trooper and pilot mourned after being killed in an Arizona law enforcement helicopter crash
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Verona and Pisa remain on the bottom of Serie A after dismal draw

Verona and Pisa remain on the bottom of Serie A after a dismal 0-0 draw

Verona and Pisa remain on the bottom of Serie A after dismal draw
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Russian general shot and wounded in Moscow, in latest attack on top military leaders

Russian general shot and wounded in Moscow, in latest attack on top military leaders

Russian general shot and wounded in Moscow, in latest attack on top military leaders
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

US accuses China of secret nuclear test as Trump admin calls for broader nuclear weapons agreement

US accuses China of secret nuclear test as Trump admin calls for broader nuclear weapons agreement

US accuses China of secret nuclear test as Trump admin calls for broader nuclear weapons agreement
Americas|Europe|Political|World

France and Canada open consulates in Greenland amid Trump threats

France and Canada open consulates in Greenland amid Trump threats

France and Canada open consulates in Greenland amid Trump threats
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Milan Cortina is going for Olympic fashion gold. Take a look at some eye-popping outfits

Fashion is its own competitor in any Olympics, from team uniforms at the opening and closing ceremonies to individual looks in the stadiums and, during the Winter Games, on the slopes

Milan Cortina is going for Olympic fashion gold. Take a look at some eye-popping outfits
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks soar to their best day since May as the Dow tops 50,000 and bitcoin stops plunging

The U.S. stock market roared back, as technology stocks recovered much of their losses from earlier in the week and bitcoin halted its plunge, at least for now

US stocks soar to their best day since May as the Dow tops 50,000 and bitcoin stops plunging
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

ICE Ace of Spades "death cards" form rallying cry for Colorado immigration nonprofit: "Comes from a place of evil"

ICE Ace of Spades "death cards" form rallying cry for Colorado immigration nonprofit: "Comes from a place of evil"

ICE Ace of Spades "death cards" form rallying cry for Colorado immigration nonprofit: "Comes from a place of evil"
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

States’ mistrust of Trump’s fraud crusade could hinder fight against foreign influence in elections, federal officials fear

States’ mistrust of Trump’s fraud crusade could hinder fight against foreign influence in elections, federal officials fear

States’ mistrust of Trump’s fraud crusade could hinder fight against foreign influence in elections, federal officials fear
Crime|World

‘I did that’: Trump takes credit for a prisoner release that happened before he even ran for president

‘I did that’: Trump takes credit for a prisoner release that happened before he even ran for president

‘I did that’: Trump takes credit for a prisoner release that happened before he even ran for president
Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn tests injured left knee in Olympic downhill training, pumps fist after successful run

A week after rupturing the ACL in her left knee, Lindsey Vonn opened her chase for Olympic gold at the age of 41 with an aggressive and successful training run down the Olympia delle Tofane downhill course

Lindsey Vonn tests injured left knee in Olympic downhill training, pumps fist after successful run
Crime|Political|US|World

Luigi Mangione’s state murder trial set for June, judge rules

Luigi Mangione’s state murder trial set for June, judge rules

Luigi Mangione’s state murder trial set for June, judge rules
Europe|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Vance attends Olympic skating, then meets with Italian Prime Minister Meloni

Vice President JD Vance met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Milan on Friday, part of his trip to the Olympics

Vance attends Olympic skating, then meets with Italian Prime Minister Meloni
Business|Crime|Technology|World

Uber found liable in sexual assault case and ordered to pay $8.5 million

A federal jury has ordered Uber to pay $8.5 million to a woman who says an Uber driver raped her during a 2023 trip

Uber found liable in sexual assault case and ordered to pay $8.5 million
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Stocks hit historic milestone as Dow crosses 50,000 points for first time ever

Stocks hit historic milestone as Dow crosses 50,000 points for first time ever

Stocks hit historic milestone as Dow crosses 50,000 points for first time ever
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Travel|World

Seed guardians of the Amazon: A family's solitary fight to save endangered plants

Ramón Pucha ventures into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle to collect seeds from endangered plant species

Seed guardians of the Amazon: A family's solitary fight to save endangered plants
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Skiing's regulatory body rejects 'wild rumor' ski jumpers are enhancing anatomy to gain distance

The regulatory body for skiing has dismissed as “wild rumor” reports that ski jumpers are enhancing their groin area to gain distance in Winter Olympics contests

Skiing's regulatory body rejects 'wild rumor' ski jumpers are enhancing anatomy to gain distance
Crime|World

Accused militant is taken into custody in the deadly 2012 Benghazi attack

The Justice Department says a key participant in the deadly 2012 attack on the U.S. compound in Benghazi, Libya, has been taken into custody and will be prosecuted in Washington in connection with the rampage that killed four Americans and became a divisive political issue

Accused militant is taken into custody in the deadly 2012 Benghazi attack
Crime|Political|World

UN peacekeepers in Lebanon allege surge in Israeli violence toward them

U.N. peacekeepers in southern Lebanon say they have faced increased violence from Israeli forces over the past year

UN peacekeepers in Lebanon allege surge in Israeli violence toward them
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|US|World

Leadership changes in Minnesota follow tensions among agencies over immigration enforcement tactics

The Trump administration's immigration operation in Minnesota is now being unified under U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Leadership changes in Minnesota follow tensions among agencies over immigration enforcement tactics
Economy|Health|Science|US|World

US births dropped last year, suggesting the 2024 uptick was short-lived

U.S. births slightly decreased in 2025

US births dropped last year, suggesting the 2024 uptick was short-lived
Political|Science|Technology|World

Kremlin says Russia and US agree that quick nuclear arms are talks needed

The Kremlin says Russian and U.S. negotiators have discussed the expiration of their last remaining nuclear arms pact

Kremlin says Russia and US agree that quick nuclear arms are talks needed
Americas|Business|Crime|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Florida-based aviation ministry lost contact with plane over mountains in Haiti

Florida-based aviation ministry lost contact with plane over mountains in Haiti

Florida-based aviation ministry lost contact with plane over mountains in Haiti
World

FBI arrests ‘key participant’ behind Benghazi attack, Bondi says

FBI arrests ‘key participant’ behind Benghazi attack, Bondi says

FBI arrests ‘key participant’ behind Benghazi attack, Bondi says
Crime|Political|World

UK police search two properties linked to Peter Mandelson as part of Epstein probe

British police are searching two properties linked to ex-ambassador Peter Mandelson as part of probe into potential misconduct stemming from his ties to the late Jeffrey Epstein

UK police search two properties linked to Peter Mandelson as part of Epstein probe
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Sports|World

LA Olympics chief faces calls to resign after flirty emails with Ghislaine Maxwell are revealed in Epstein files

LA Olympics chief faces calls to resign after flirty emails with Ghislaine Maxwell are revealed in Epstein files

LA Olympics chief faces calls to resign after flirty emails with Ghislaine Maxwell are revealed in Epstein files
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK police searching two properties linked to Peter Mandelson over Epstein investigation

UK police searching two properties linked to Peter Mandelson over Epstein investigation

UK police searching two properties linked to Peter Mandelson over Epstein investigation
World

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian air force needs to improve as Russian drone barrages take a toll

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the air force's performance in parts of the country is “unsatisfactory.”

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian air force needs to improve as Russian drone barrages take a toll
Asia|Crime|World

Suicide bombing at a Shiite mosque on Islamabad's outskirts kills at least 31 and wounds scores

Pakistani officials say a suicide bomber targeted a Shiite mosque on the outskirts of Islamabad during Friday prayers, killing 31 people and wounding at least 169 others

Suicide bombing at a Shiite mosque on Islamabad's outskirts kills at least 31 and wounds scores
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

How the world’s most boring investment started trading like a meme stock

How the world’s most boring investment started trading like a meme stock

How the world’s most boring investment started trading like a meme stock
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn completes downhill training without issue ahead of Sunday’s medal event

Lindsey Vonn completes downhill training without issue ahead of Sunday’s medal event

Lindsey Vonn completes downhill training without issue ahead of Sunday’s medal event
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Analilia Mejia and Tom Malinowski locked in a tight Democratic primary for US House from New Jersey

Analilia Mejia and Tom Malinowski locked in a tight Democratic primary for US House from New Jersey

Analilia Mejia and Tom Malinowski locked in a tight Democratic primary for US House from New Jersey
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Jeep maker Stellantis announces a ‘reset’ of its business and massive charges. Shares crumble

Jeep maker Stellantis announces a ‘reset’ of its business and massive charges. Shares crumble

Jeep maker Stellantis announces a ‘reset’ of its business and massive charges. Shares crumble
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Norwegian crown princess apologizes to royals and all 'disappointed' by her Epstein contacts

Norway’s crown princess has apologized for the situation she has put the royal family in as she faces scrutiny over her contacts with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Norwegian crown princess apologizes to royals and all 'disappointed' by her Epstein contacts
Arts|Sports|US|World

Chock and Bates rock as reigning champ US leads team figure skating event at Milan Cortina Olympics

Madison Chock and Evan Bates set the tone for the U.S. Figure Skating team at the Milan Cortina Olympics with a high-energy rhythm dance to Lenny Kravitz music

Chock and Bates rock as reigning champ US leads team figure skating event at Milan Cortina Olympics
Americas|Crime|Education|World

She thought ICE agents were taking her to school. The 10-year-old ended up 1,200 miles away at a detention facility

She thought ICE agents were taking her to school. The 10-year-old ended up 1,200 miles away at a detention facility

She thought ICE agents were taking her to school. The 10-year-old ended up 1,200 miles away at a detention facility
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Has globalization lessened the importance of physical distance? For economic shocks, new research suggests ‘yes’

New research adds evidence to a common thesis offered after the end of the Cold War that globalization was making physical distance economically obsolete.

Has globalization lessened the importance of physical distance? For economic shocks, new research suggests ‘yes’
Africa|Crime|World

In a Nigerian village, extremists issued a call to prayer and then slaughtered those who turned up

In the Nigerian villages of Woro and Nuku, attackers arrived on motorbikes, going door to door, shooting and setting homes ablaze

In a Nigerian village, extremists issued a call to prayer and then slaughtered those who turned up
Arts|Economy|Opinion|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Will a ‘Trump slump’ continue to hit US tourism in 2026 − and even keep World Cup fans away?

Talk of boycotts have added to fears among the US tourism industry that foreign tourists will continue to stay away.

Will a ‘Trump slump’ continue to hit US tourism in 2026 − and even keep World Cup fans away?
Environment|Science|US|World

The eastern US has been gripped by an Arctic freeze. That’s about to change

The eastern US has been gripped by an Arctic freeze. That’s about to change

The eastern US has been gripped by an Arctic freeze. That’s about to change
Economy|Education|Health|World

With $48M in philanthropic backing, a division of USAID relaunches as a nonprofit

A division of the U.S. Agency for International Development eliminated by Trump administration cuts last year was reborn Thursday as an independent nonprofit

With $48M in philanthropic backing, a division of USAID relaunches as a nonprofit
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Technology|World

EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design' that harms children, seeks changes to protect users

The European Union accuses TikTok of breaching digital rules with features like autoplay and infinite scroll

EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design' that harms children, seeks changes to protect users
Crime|Europe|Political|World

A deputy chief of Russia's military intelligence service is shot and wounded in Moscow

Russian authorities say a deputy chief of its military intelligence agency has been shot and wounded

A deputy chief of Russia's military intelligence service is shot and wounded in Moscow
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump's aggressive tactics force a reckoning between local leaders and Washington

Local leaders across the U.S. describe an increasingly hostile relationship with Washington, driven by President Donald Trump's immigration policies

Trump's aggressive tactics force a reckoning between local leaders and Washington
Crime|Political|Sports|World

Italy braces for Winter Olympics with high security and decree targeting violent protesters

Italy has put in place a massive security operation for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics ahead of Friday's opening ceremony

Italy braces for Winter Olympics with high security and decree targeting violent protesters
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

US and Russia agree to reestablish military dialogue after Ukraine talks

The U.S. and Russia have agreed to reestablish high-level, military-to-military dialogue for the first time in more than four years

US and Russia agree to reestablish military dialogue after Ukraine talks
Sports|World

‘We can’t win this alone’: Ukraine’s flag bearer urges world not to forget war, hints at protest over IOC’s neutral policy

‘We can’t win this alone’: Ukraine’s flag bearer urges world not to forget war, hints at protest over IOC’s neutral policy

‘We can’t win this alone’: Ukraine’s flag bearer urges world not to forget war, hints at protest over IOC’s neutral policy
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

‘It’s for the next generation:’ How history-making Olympic hockey star Laila Edwards is embracing trailblazer status

‘It’s for the next generation:’ How history-making Olympic hockey star Laila Edwards is embracing trailblazer status

‘It’s for the next generation:’ How history-making Olympic hockey star Laila Edwards is embracing trailblazer status
US|World

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s feud with Donald Trump is shaping the race to replace her

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s feud with Donald Trump is shaping the race to replace her

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s feud with Donald Trump is shaping the race to replace her
Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Canada and France open consulates in Greenland following tensions over US push for control

Canada and France were opening diplomatic consulates in the capital of Greenland

Canada and France open consulates in Greenland following tensions over US push for control
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Mangled and bent, the Louvre heist’s surviving treasure is undergoing ‘complete restoration’

Mangled and bent, the Louvre heist’s surviving treasure is undergoing ‘complete restoration’

Mangled and bent, the Louvre heist’s surviving treasure is undergoing ‘complete restoration’
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

FACT FOCUS: Trump says tariffs have created an economic miracle. The facts tell a different story

President Donald Trump claims his tariffs have revived the U_S_ economy, calling it an “American economic miracle.”

FACT FOCUS: Trump says tariffs have created an economic miracle. The facts tell a different story
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

A spiritual guru was jailed for rape and murder. He’s out on parole for the 15th time

A spiritual guru was jailed for rape and murder. He’s out on parole for the 15th time

A spiritual guru was jailed for rape and murder. He’s out on parole for the 15th time
Crime|Political|US|World

US strikes another alleged drug-trafficking boat in Eastern Pacific

The U.S. military says it has carried out another deadly strike on a vessel accused of trafficking drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean

US strikes another alleged drug-trafficking boat in Eastern Pacific
Business|Sports|World

Lindor, Correa off Puerto Rico's WBC roster over insurance coverage, Báez for marijuana test

Francisco Lindor and Carlos Correa are not on Puerto Rico's roster for the World Baseball Classic due to insurance issues

Lindor, Correa off Puerto Rico's WBC roster over insurance coverage, Báez for marijuana test
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

US announces $6M in aid for Cuba as island's leader accuses it of imposing an 'energy blockade'

The U_S_ has announced an additional $6 million in aid for Cuba as the island’s crisis deepens and tensions escalate between the two countries, with Cuba’s president accusing the U_S_ of an “energy blockade.”

US announces $6M in aid for Cuba as island's leader accuses it of imposing an 'energy blockade'
Crime|Political|US|World

US strikes another boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2

US strikes another boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2

US strikes another boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Hong Kong ex-media tycoon Jimmy Lai will be sentenced Monday after national security conviction

Hong Kong’s pro-democracy former media tycoon Jimmy Lai will be sentenced Monday following his conviction in December under a Beijing-imposed national security law

Hong Kong ex-media tycoon Jimmy Lai will be sentenced Monday after national security conviction
Business|Economy|US|World

Argentina and US sign a major trade deal to slash tariffs and boost a political alliance

Argentina and the United States have reached an expansive trade deal, a win for Argentine President Javier Milei as he moves to open up the South American nation’s notoriously protectionist economy and a reflection of the close alliance between the radical libertarian and U.S. President Donald Trump

Argentina and US sign a major trade deal to slash tariffs and boost a political alliance
Crime|Health|World

Investigators detail new timeline in Nancy Guthrie’s late-night disappearance. Here’s how the evening unfolded

Investigators detail new timeline in Nancy Guthrie’s late-night disappearance. Here’s how the evening unfolded

Investigators detail new timeline in Nancy Guthrie’s late-night disappearance. Here’s how the evening unfolded
Economy|Political|Travel|US|World

Trump promises Schumer funding for NY tunnel project — if Penn Station and Dulles Airport are renamed after him

Trump promises Schumer funding for NY tunnel project — if Penn Station and Dulles Airport are renamed after him

Trump promises Schumer funding for NY tunnel project — if Penn Station and Dulles Airport are renamed after him
Business|Economy|US|World

Census Bureau plans to use survey with a citizenship question in its test for 2030, alarming experts

The U.S. Census Bureau plans to use a survey form with a citizenship question for its 2030 census practice test

Census Bureau plans to use survey with a citizenship question in its test for 2030, alarming experts
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Bezalel Zini, brother of Israel’s security chief, arrested in bust of alleged Gaza smuggling ring

Bezalel Zini, brother of Israel’s security chief, arrested in bust of alleged Gaza smuggling ring

Bezalel Zini, brother of Israel’s security chief, arrested in bust of alleged Gaza smuggling ring
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Homeland Security shutdown grows more likely as Republicans rebuff Democrats' ICE demands

Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Democrats' demands for new restrictions on federal immigration officers are “unrealistic.”

Homeland Security shutdown grows more likely as Republicans rebuff Democrats' ICE demands
Economy|Education|Political|Technology|World

CIA terminates its World Factbook, overthrowing reference regime

CIA terminates its World Factbook, overthrowing reference regime

CIA terminates its World Factbook, overthrowing reference regime