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A meeting meant to launch FEMA reforms is abruptly canceled

A presidentially appointed council's meeting to announce reforms to FEMA was unexpectedly canceled, according to two people familiar with the matter

A meeting meant to launch FEMA reforms is abruptly canceled
Asia|Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World

The US stock market hits record highs, even as worries about an AI bubble continue

Wall Street set records, even as a sell-off for Oracle and worries about a potential bubble in artificial-intelligence technology weighed on the market

The US stock market hits record highs, even as worries about an AI bubble continue
Crime|US|World

Video shows US seizing tanker off Venezuela's coast

Former Deputy DNI Beth Sanner joins The Lead.

Video shows US seizing tanker off Venezuela's coast
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US sanctions Venezuelan President Maduro's 3 nephews as pressure campaign ratchets up

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on three nephews of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

US sanctions Venezuelan President Maduro's 3 nephews as pressure campaign ratchets up
Entertainment|Health|Sports|World

Steelers LB TJ Watt hospitalized after experiencing discomfort in his lungs

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Steelers LB TJ Watt hospitalized after experiencing discomfort in his lungs
Crime|Science|Technology|World

3 cold case killings of women in Toronto are linked to man who died in 2019

A man who died in 2019 has been identified as the perpetrator of three cold case homicides in Toronto, and investigators believe there could be more victims

3 cold case killings of women in Toronto are linked to man who died in 2019
Crime|Political|US|World

Alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson makes first in-person court appearance

Alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson makes first in-person court appearance

Alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson makes first in-person court appearance
Africa|Americas|Crime|Political|World

Rwanda-backed M23 offensive in Congo's South Kivu kills over 400 civilians

More than 400 civilians have been killed since the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group escalated its offensive in eastern Congo, officials said

Rwanda-backed M23 offensive in Congo's South Kivu kills over 400 civilians
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Noem links the seizure of an oil tanker off Venezuela to US antidrug efforts

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has linked the seizure of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela to the Trump administration's counterdrug efforts

Noem links the seizure of an oil tanker off Venezuela to US antidrug efforts
Education|Health|Science|World

Covid-19 vaccination substantially lowered risks for children last season, CDC report says

Covid-19 vaccination substantially lowered risks for children last season, CDC report says

Covid-19 vaccination substantially lowered risks for children last season, CDC report says
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says

US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says

US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says
Education|Health|Science|World

Hundreds are quarantined in South Carolina as measles spreads in 2 US outbreaks

Measles outbreaks in South Carolina and on the Arizona-Utah border are growing

Hundreds are quarantined in South Carolina as measles spreads in 2 US outbreaks
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Senators clash over Trump's National Guard deployments as military leaders face questioning

Members of the Senate Armed Services Committee are clashing over President Donald Trump’s use of the National Guard in American cities

Senators clash over Trump's National Guard deployments as military leaders face questioning
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Eurovision champion Nemo returns the winner's trophy to protest Israel's inclusion

Swiss singer Nemo, who won the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, has decided to return the winners' trophy

Eurovision champion Nemo returns the winner's trophy to protest Israel's inclusion
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Treasury Secretary Bessent calls for looser regulations for the U.S. financial system

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is proposing changes to the Financial Stability Oversight Council

Treasury Secretary Bessent calls for looser regulations for the U.S. financial system
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6.22%, but remains close to its low for the year

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged higher this week, though it remains relatively near its low point so far this year

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6.22%, but remains close to its low for the year
Arts|Europe|World

UNESCO gives a shout-out to Switzerland's yodeling by adding it to list of cultural heritage

The U.N.'s cultural agency has listed Switzerland’s long-celebrated yodeling among 67 traditions honored its list of intangible cultural heritage

UNESCO gives a shout-out to Switzerland's yodeling by adding it to list of cultural heritage
Americas|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Venezuelan opposition leader says US helped her travel to Norway to accept Nobel Prize

Venezuelan opposition leader says US helped her travel to Norway to accept Nobel Prize

Venezuelan opposition leader says US helped her  travel to Norway to accept Nobel Prize
Arts|Environment|Political|World

Trump takes steps toward demolishing four federal buildings, preservationist alleges

Trump takes steps toward demolishing four federal buildings, preservationist alleges

Trump takes steps toward demolishing four federal buildings, preservationist alleges
Crime|World

EXCLUSIVE: Family sues West Palm Beach, 7 officers over deadly high-speed chase that killed pregnant mother and her mom

EXCLUSIVE: Family sues West Palm Beach, 7 officers over deadly high-speed chase that killed pregnant mother and her mom

EXCLUSIVE: Family sues West Palm Beach, 7 officers over deadly high-speed chase that killed pregnant mother and her mom
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says US-led peace talks wrestling with Russian demands for Ukrainian territory

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says negotiators are tackling territorial issues in U.S.-led peace talks with Russia

Zelenskyy says US-led peace talks wrestling with Russian demands for Ukrainian territory
Europe|Sports|World

IOC advises sports bodies to let Russians compete in youth events again with flag and anthem

The IOC has taken a big step toward reintegrating Russia and Belarus into world sports

IOC advises sports bodies to let Russians compete in youth events again with flag and anthem
Europe|Political|World

NATO chief warns European allies they could be Russia’s next target

NATO chief warns European allies they could be Russia’s next target

NATO chief warns European allies they could be Russia’s next target
Arts|Europe|Food|World

Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage

Italian food is known and loved around the world for its fresh ingredients and palate-pleasing tastes, but the U.N.’s cultural agency is giving foodies another reason to celebrate their pizza, pasta and tiramisu by listing Italian cooking as part of the world’s “intangible” cultural heritage

Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage
Interview|Political|World

Venezuelan Nobel laureate credits Trump for pressuring Maduro with ‘decisive’ actions

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado says “decisive” actions by the United States, including the seizure of an oil tanker, have left the repressive government of President Nicolás Maduro at its weakest point

Venezuelan Nobel laureate credits Trump for pressuring Maduro with ‘decisive’ actions
Arts|Europe|Science|World

Researchers uncover clues to mysterious origin of famous Hjortspring boat

Researchers uncover clues to mysterious origin of famous Hjortspring boat

Researchers uncover clues to mysterious origin of famous Hjortspring boat
Economy|Political|World

Bulgaria's government resigns after mass protests and just weeks before nation due to join eurozone

Bulgaria’s government has resigned as mass protests gripped the country just weeks before it’s due to join the eurozone

Bulgaria's government resigns after mass protests and just weeks before nation due to join eurozone
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|Videos|World

Defense rests without Brian Walshe testifying or putting on any evidence

Defense rests without Brian Walshe testifying or putting on any evidence

Defense rests without Brian Walshe testifying or putting on any evidence
Sports|US|World

US to play Senegal on May 31 in pre-World Cup friendly in North Carolina

The United States will play Senegal in a friendly on May 31 at Charlotte, North Carolina, in the Americans’ next-to-last game before their World Cup opener

US to play Senegal on May 31 in pre-World Cup friendly in North Carolina
Crime|Election|MidEast|Political|US|World

Mamdani and top New York rabbis will meet privately, but their core divide remains unresolved

Mamdani and top New York rabbis will meet privately, but their core divide remains unresolved

Mamdani and top New York rabbis will meet privately, but their core divide remains unresolved
Technology|World

Pakistan urges social media platforms to crack down on militant accounts to avoid legal action

Pakistan has urged major social media platforms to crack down on accounts linked to militant groups

Pakistan urges social media platforms to crack down on militant accounts to avoid legal action
Arts|Entertainment|Sports|World

How the Mariachi Rams band turned the NFL game day into a personal Los Angeles soundtrack

The Mariachi Rams are reshaping NFL game day by blending traditional Mexican music with Los Angeles’ hip-hop and rock influences

How the Mariachi Rams band turned the NFL game day into a personal Los Angeles soundtrack
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Travel|World

One of the world's most-visited museums plans an extension in an industrial Dutch city

Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum plans to open a new branch in Eindhoven

One of the world's most-visited museums plans an extension in an industrial Dutch city
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Ukraine’s gloves are off in its energy war with Russia. How much can it increase the pressure?

Ukraine’s gloves are off in its energy war with Russia. How much can it increase the pressure?

Ukraine’s gloves are off in its energy war with Russia. How much can it increase the pressure?
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US jobless benefit applications jump to 236,000 last week as concerns about labor market persist

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits jumped last week, but remain in the same historically healthy range of the past few years despite growing concern over the health of the labor market

US jobless benefit applications jump to 236,000 last week as concerns about labor market persist
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Time banks could ease the burden of elder care and promote connection

A diverse team of researchers, concerned that the global elder care crisis cannot be addressed by the market or the state alone, are seeking creative solutions.

Time banks could ease the burden of elder care and promote connection
Environment|Political|Science|Travel|World

A day out in the Death Strip: How a symbol of communist paranoia became a wild paradise

A day out in the Death Strip: How a symbol of communist paranoia became a wild paradise

A day out in the Death Strip: How a symbol of communist paranoia became a wild paradise
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU pushes Ukraine membership bid forward despite Hungary's objections

The European Union has handed Ukraine a list of reforms needed to join the bloc

EU pushes Ukraine membership bid forward despite Hungary's objections
Arts|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds

Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds

Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds
Africa|Political|Sports|World

How a World Cup match scheduled in Seattle has caused outrage in Egypt and Iran

How a World Cup match scheduled in Seattle has caused outrage in Egypt and Iran

How a World Cup match scheduled in Seattle has caused outrage in Egypt and Iran
Asia|Political|World

US and Japan hold joint flight drills as China ups military activity near Japan

U.S. strategic bombers joined Japanese fighter jets in a joint military exercise around Japan's airspace

US and Japan hold joint flight drills as China ups military activity near Japan
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Tariffs have cost U.S. households $1,200 each since Trump returned to the White House, Democrats say

Sweeping taxes on imports have cost the average American household nearly $1,200 since Donald Trump returned to the White House this year, according to calculations by Democrats on Congress’ Joint Economic Committee

Tariffs have cost U.S. households $1,200 each since Trump returned to the White House, Democrats say
Arts|Asia|Environment|Political|World

Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensify with airstrikes and artillery attacks

Cambodia says Thailand has launched more airstrikes as heavy fighting flares along their border

Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensify with airstrikes and artillery attacks
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Pentagon did not conduct routine investigation on whether Hegseth damaged national security by sharing strike plans on Signal

Pentagon did not conduct routine investigation on whether Hegseth damaged national security by sharing strike plans on Signal

Pentagon did not conduct routine investigation on whether Hegseth damaged national security by sharing strike plans on Signal
Arts|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Verona's ancient Roman Arena gets a modern facelift for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games

Verona's ancient Roman Arena is getting a modern facelift for the 2026 Milan Cortina Games

Verona's ancient Roman Arena gets a modern facelift for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games
Business|Economy|World

It’s not just Americans who are feeling Trump’s tariffs. Five charts show their global impact

It’s not just Americans who are feeling Trump’s tariffs. Five charts show their global impact

It’s not just Americans who are feeling Trump’s tariffs. Five charts show their global impact
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Former Bolivian President Arce arrested in corruption investigation a month after leaving office

Bolivian law enforcement officials have arrested former President Luis Arce as part of a corruption investigation, opening an uncertain new chapter in Bolivia’s politics just a month after the inauguration of conservative President Rodrigo Paz ended 20 years of socialist rule

Former Bolivian President Arce arrested in corruption investigation a month after leaving office
World

World War II Medal of Honor recipient to return home for burial, 80 years after his death

World War II Medal of Honor recipient to return home for burial, 80 years after his death

World War II Medal of Honor recipient to return home for burial, 80 years after his death
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan coast

US seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan coast

US seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan coast
Economy|Education|World

Without affirmative action, elite colleges are prioritizing economic diversity in admissions

Some of the nation’s most prestigious colleges have been enrolling record numbers of low-income students as campuses prioritize economic diversity in the wake of a ban on affirmative action

Without affirmative action, elite colleges are prioritizing economic diversity in admissions
Business|Entertainment|Technology|World

Time magazine to name its person of the year for 2025

Time magazine is set to name its person of the year for 2025

Time magazine to name its person of the year for 2025
Asia|Crime|Political|World

New Thailand-Cambodia border fighting shows no sign of stopping

Renewed border fighting between Thailand and Cambodia is showing no signs of stopping

New Thailand-Cambodia border fighting shows no sign of stopping
Australia|Business|Technology|World

Australia demands social media giants report progress on account bans for children under 16

Australian authorities are demanding major social media platforms report on account deactivations since a ban on users under 16 became law

Australia demands social media giants report progress on account bans for children under 16
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|Travel|US|World

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee
Education|Environment|World

Record flooding threatens Washington as more heavy rain pounds the Northwest

Residents of western Washington state began packing up and fleeing rising rivers as heavy rain causes rivers to rise

Record flooding threatens Washington as more heavy rain pounds the Northwest
Europe|Political|World

After months in hiding, Venezuelan opposition leader Machado reappears as a Nobel laureate

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has appeared in public for the first time in 11 months

After months in hiding, Venezuelan opposition leader Machado reappears as a Nobel laureate
Education|Health|Technology|World

‘What’s the worst thing that’s gonna happen?’ South Australia Premier says social media ban is about protecting children

‘What’s the worst thing that’s gonna happen?’ South Australia Premier says social media ban is about protecting children

‘What’s the worst thing that’s gonna happen?’ South Australia Premier says social media ban is about protecting children
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partners

U.S. President Donald Trump says he and European leaders have discussed proposals to end the war in Ukraine, adding that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “has to be realistic” about his country’s position on a peace plan

Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partners
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela

President Donald Trump says the United States has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela as tensions mount with the government of President Nicolás Maduro

Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill

The Trump administration may have softened its language on China to maintain a truce in their trade war, but Congress is pushing for more restrictions on Beijing

Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill
Crime|Political|World

Venezuela’s Machado arrives in Norway hours after Nobel Peace Prize ceremony

Venezuela’s Machado arrives in Norway hours after Nobel Peace Prize ceremony

Venezuela’s Machado arrives in Norway hours after Nobel Peace Prize ceremony
Crime|Education|US|World

Parent of student charged in shooting that killed teen at Kentucky State University

A parent of a Kentucky State University student has been charged with murder following a campus shooting

Parent of student charged in shooting that killed teen at Kentucky State University
Sports|World

Jeers as Real Madrid loses 2-1 to Man City and pressure grows on Alonso. Arsenal wins, PSG draws

The pressure was already on Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso and a 2-1 defeat to Manchester City in the Champions League raised further questions about his future

Jeers as Real Madrid loses 2-1 to Man City and pressure grows on Alonso. Arsenal wins, PSG draws
Political|US|World

The Latest: Trump says US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela

President Donald Trump says the U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela amid mounting tensions with the government of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

The Latest: Trump says US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump administration adds militarized zone in California along southern US border

The Trump administration is adding another militarized zone to the southern U.S. border to support border security operations — this time in California

Trump administration adds militarized zone in California along southern US border
Environment|Science|World

Blend of unusual weather conditions brings trillions of gallons in persistent rain to the Northwest

A powerful atmospheric river has drenched Washington state with nearly 5 trillion gallons of rain over the past week

Blend of unusual weather conditions brings trillions of gallons in persistent rain to the Northwest
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine presents response to US peace plan as Trump says European leaders want a meeting

Ukraine presents response to US peace plan as Trump says European leaders want a meeting

Ukraine presents response to US peace plan as Trump says European leaders want a meeting
Europe|Sports|World

Barcelona and Lyon top Women's Champions League standings, Chelsea routs Roma

Ewa Pajor put Barcelona on course for a 3-1 win against Benfica in the Champions League and moved within sight of Sam Kerr’s scoring record

Barcelona and Lyon top Women's Champions League standings, Chelsea routs Roma
Political|US|World

House advances annual defense policy bill, upping pressure on boat strike video release

House advances annual defense policy bill, upping pressure on boat strike video release

House advances annual defense policy bill, upping pressure on boat strike video release
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Ocean warmed by climate change fed intense rainfall and deadly floods in Asia, study finds

Ocean temperatures warmed by human-caused climate change fed the intense rainfall that triggered deadly floods and landslides across Asia in recent weeks, according to an analysis released Wednesday

Ocean warmed by climate change fed intense rainfall and deadly floods in Asia, study finds
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|Technology|World

Trump enters Warner Bros. fight, says it’s ‘imperative that CNN be sold’

Trump enters Warner Bros. fight, says it’s ‘imperative that CNN be sold’

Trump enters Warner Bros. fight, says it’s ‘imperative that CNN be sold’
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Aid flow into Gaza falls short of the ceasefire terms, Israeli figures show

Aid deliveries into Gaza are falling short of the amount agreed upon in the U.S.-brokered ceasefire

Aid flow into Gaza falls short of the ceasefire terms, Israeli figures show
Health|Science|US|World

US facing second measles surge this year as outbreak accelerates in South Carolina

US facing second measles surge this year as outbreak accelerates in South Carolina

US facing second measles surge this year as outbreak accelerates in South Carolina
Political|Technology|Travel|World

Foreigners allowed to travel to the US without a visa could soon face new social media screening

Travelers who are now able to come to the United States without a visa might soon need to provide social media, email, and family history details to the Department of Homeland Security

Foreigners allowed to travel to the US without a visa could soon face new social media screening
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Federal Reserve cuts key rate, sees healthier economy next year

The Federal Reserve reduced its key interest rate for the third time in a row Wednesday but signaled that it may leave rates unchanged in the coming months

Federal Reserve cuts key rate, sees healthier economy next year
Business|Economy|World

Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate cuts for now

Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate cuts for now

Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate cuts for now
Crime|Health|US|World

West Virginia National Guard member killed in DC is shooting laid to rest

A private funeral has been held for a West Virginia National Guard member who was shot to death last month in the nation’s capital

West Virginia National Guard member killed in DC is shooting laid to rest
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Tip ends 1983 abduction case in Jefferson County, sparks family reunion

Tip ends 1983 abduction case in Jefferson County, sparks family reunion

Tip ends 1983 abduction case in Jefferson County, sparks family reunion
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks rise after the Fed cuts rates and hopes build for more

The U.S. stock market neared its all-time high after the Federal Reserve cut its main interest rate to bolster the job market, and hopes strengthened for more cuts to come in 2026

US stocks rise after the Fed cuts rates and hopes build for more
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says

A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says

A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says
Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump administration taps election fraud crusader to help lead FEMA

Trump administration taps election fraud crusader to help lead FEMA

Trump administration taps election fraud crusader to help lead FEMA
Interview|Sports|US|Videos|World

‘Dadgummit, let’s freaking go’ – Philip Rivers returns to the NFL with Colts

‘Dadgummit, let’s freaking go’ – Philip Rivers returns to the NFL with Colts

‘Dadgummit, let’s freaking go’ – Philip Rivers returns to the NFL with Colts
Environment|Science|Technology|World

NASA loses contact with its Maven spacecraft orbiting Mars for the past decade

NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade

NASA loses contact with its Maven spacecraft orbiting Mars for the past decade
Africa|Crime|World

2 buildings collapse in Moroccan city of Fez, killing 22 people

Two four-story buildings collapsed overnight in Morocco's city of Fez, killing 22 people

2 buildings collapse in Moroccan city of Fez, killing 22 people
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Elon Musk reportedly plans massive IPO for SpaceX. Here’s what that means

Elon Musk reportedly plans massive IPO for SpaceX. Here’s what that means

Elon Musk reportedly plans massive IPO for SpaceX. Here’s what that means
Health|Political|US|World

Appeals court rules New Jersey's medically assisted suicide law is for residents only

A federal appeals court has ruled that a New Jersey law that permits terminally ill people to seek life-ending drugs applies only to residents of the state and not those from beyond its borders

Appeals court rules New Jersey's medically assisted suicide law is for residents only
Health|US|World

New York Times, after Trump post, says it won't be deterred from writing about his health

The New York Times and President Donald Trump are fighting again

New York Times, after Trump post, says it won't be deterred from writing about his health
Business|Crime|World

Justice Department can unseal records from Epstein's 2019 sex trafficking case, judge says

A judge has ruled that secret grand jury transcripts from Jeffrey Epstein’s 2019 sex trafficking case can be made public

Justice Department can unseal records from Epstein's 2019 sex trafficking case, judge says
Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn added 12 pounds of muscle to her frame and is ready for her Olympic season at age 41

Twelve more pounds of muscle

Lindsey Vonn added 12 pounds of muscle to her frame and is ready for her Olympic season at age 41
Crime|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Could Ukraine really hold elections in the next 90 days?

Could Ukraine really hold elections in the next 90 days?

Could Ukraine really hold elections in the next 90 days?
Europe|Political|World

European nations agree to consider weakening protections for migrants dating to WWII

European nations have agreed to consider changes that rights advocates say would weaken migrant protections that have underpinned European law since World War II

European nations agree to consider weakening protections for migrants dating to WWII
Business|Economy|Political|World

USA Today editor in chief out after a year in job

USA Today's editor in chief, Caren Bohan, is out of the job she's held for a little more than a year

USA Today editor in chief out after a year in job
Business|Finance|US|World

Calibri font becomes the latest DEI target as Rubio orders return to Times New Roman

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ordered diplomatic correspondence to stop using the Calibri font and return to the more traditional Times New Roman

Calibri font becomes the latest DEI target as Rubio orders return to Times New Roman
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

First rain of autumn falls in Iran's capital, but the drought-ravaged nation needs far more

Rain has finally fallen in Iran's capital after months of drought

First rain of autumn falls in Iran's capital, but the drought-ravaged nation needs far more
Europe|Political|World

Denmark sees US as potential security concern

Denmark sees US as potential security concern

Denmark sees US as potential security concern
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Elon Musk says DOGE was only 'somewhat successful' and he wouldn't do it again

Mega billionaire Elon Musk said his efforts leading the Department of Government Efficiency were only “somewhat successful” and he would not do it over again

Elon Musk says DOGE was only 'somewhat successful' and he wouldn't do it again
Election|US|World

The White House says the midterms are all about Trump. Democrats aren’t so sure

Democrats Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico have kicked off their Texas Senate campaigns with contrasting strategies

The White House says the midterms are all about Trump. Democrats aren’t so sure
Crime|Europe|Political|World

The hardest bed he ever felt: Former French president recounts his 20 days behind bars

The hardest bed he ever felt: Former French president recounts his 20 days behind bars

The hardest bed he ever felt: Former French president recounts his 20 days behind bars
Sports|World

Olympic hopeful cross-country skier tries to put India on the winter sports map

Most of Bhavani Thekkada’s competitors grew up on skis

Olympic hopeful cross-country skier tries to put India on the winter sports map
Business|Crime|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Blues sign Dillon Dube, who was acquitted in Hockey Canada sexual assault case, to AHL tryout

The St. Louis Blues have signed Dillon Dube to an American Hockey League professional tryout agreement

Blues sign Dillon Dube, who was acquitted in Hockey Canada sexual assault case, to AHL tryout
Europe|Science|World

Archaeologists find earliest known fire made by humans

Archaeologists find earliest known fire made by humans

Archaeologists find earliest known fire made by humans
Sports|World

Nine Russian and Belarusian skiers get neutral status to compete in Olympics qualifying events

Three skiers from Russia and six from Belarus have been approved to compete in qualifying events for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games in February

Nine Russian and Belarusian skiers get neutral status to compete in Olympics qualifying events
Political|US|World

Almost eight years later, Trump confirms he used the phrase ‘shithole countries’

Almost eight years later, Trump confirms he used the phrase ‘shithole countries’

Almost eight years later, Trump confirms he used the phrase ‘shithole countries’
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation

Iceland's national broadcaster has announced it will boycott next year's Eurovision Song Contest due to discord over Israel's participation

Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation
Arts|Entertainment|World

UN recognizes compas, a Haitian music and dance genre that has marked generations and brought joy

Compas, a beloved Haitian music and dance genre inspired by merengue and infused with percussion, has made UNESCO’s cultural heritage list

UN recognizes compas, a Haitian music and dance genre that has marked generations and brought joy
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

WTF? Embracing profanity is one thing both political parties seem to agree on

The language of politicians has become more vulgar in recent years

WTF? Embracing profanity is one thing both political parties seem to agree on
Europe|Health|Science|World

At least 197 children were fathered by sperm donor with cancer-causing gene. Some have already died

At least 197 children were fathered by sperm donor with cancer-causing gene. Some have already died

At least 197 children were fathered by sperm donor with cancer-causing gene. Some have already died
Business|Education|World

Trump's crackdown on immigration is taking a toll on child care workers

President Donald Trump’s push for the largest mass deportation in history has had an outsized impact on the child care field, which is heavily reliant on immigrants and already strained by a worker shortage

Trump's crackdown on immigration is taking a toll on child care workers
Crime|Political|Technology|World

US charges Ukrainian woman for her alleged role in Russia-backed cyberattacks

US charges Ukrainian woman for her alleged role in Russia-backed cyberattacks

US charges Ukrainian woman for her alleged role in Russia-backed cyberattacks
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sarkozy describes his prison stay and advises on appealing to the far right in his new book

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy describes his time behind bars in a book released Wednesday

Sarkozy describes his prison stay and advises on appealing to the far right in his new book
Crime|Political|World

Third federal judge grants request to unseal Jeffrey Epstein-related court records

Third federal judge grants request to unseal Jeffrey Epstein-related court records

Third federal judge grants request to unseal Jeffrey Epstein-related court records
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Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest

Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest

Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest
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1 student dead and another injured in shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort

1 student dead and another injured in shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort

1 student dead and another injured in shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort
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Bill that could reduce Brazilian ex-President Jair Bolsonaro's prison time advances in Congress

Brazil's lower house of Congress has approved a bill that could reduce former President Jair Bolsonaro's prison time

Bill that could reduce Brazilian ex-President Jair Bolsonaro's prison time advances in Congress
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3 separate US strikes on alleged drug boats have initially left survivors. Each time they’ve been treated differently

3 separate US strikes on alleged drug boats have initially left survivors. Each time they’ve been treated differently

3 separate US strikes on alleged drug boats have initially left survivors. Each time they’ve been treated differently
Political|World

Trump administration’s immigrant detention policy broadly rejected by federal judges

District courts have dismissed the administration’s efforts to detain virtually all undocumented immigrants without a bond hearing while they await deportation proceedings.

Trump administration’s immigrant detention policy broadly rejected by federal judges
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Egypt and Iran complain about planned World Cup 'Pride' match in Seattle

Egypt and Iran, two Middle East nations that target gays and lesbians, have complained to FIFA over the scheduling of a World Cup soccer match in Seattle that’s expected to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride

Egypt and Iran complain about planned World Cup 'Pride' match in Seattle
Political|Technology|Travel|World

US plan would require some visitors to provide social media information from last 5 years

US plan would require some visitors to provide social media information from last 5 years

US plan would require some visitors to provide social media information from last 5 years
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Supreme Court struggles over whether Alabama can execute man found to be intellectually disabled

The Supreme Court has heard arguments about how courts should decide borderline cases of whether convicted murderers are intellectually disabled and should be shielded from execution

Supreme Court struggles over whether Alabama can execute man found to be intellectually disabled
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels say they've seized the strategic city of Uvira in eastern Congo

Rwanda-backed rebel group M23 says it has taken control of the strategic city of Uvira in eastern Congo

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels say they've seized the strategic city of Uvira in eastern Congo
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US playwright Jeremy O. Harris released 3 weeks after arrest in Japan for alleged drug smuggling

The American playwright and actor Jeremy O

US playwright Jeremy O. Harris released 3 weeks after arrest in Japan for alleged drug smuggling
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Italian cuisine becomes world’s first to be awarded UNESCO status

Italian cuisine has achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first entire gastronomic style to be recognized by UNESCO, the UN's cultural body. The recognition arrives as Italy intensifies its efforts to combat "fake" Italian food. CNN's Barbie Latza Nadeau reports from Rome.

Italian cuisine becomes world’s first to be awarded UNESCO status
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Georgia Democrat Eric Gisler flips a state House seat in district Trump won by double digits

Georgia Democrat Eric Gisler flips a state House seat in district Trump won by double digits

Georgia Democrat Eric Gisler flips a state House seat in district Trump won by double digits
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Why Latin America’s prisons create some of the world’s deadliest gangs

Why Latin America’s prisons create some of the world’s deadliest gangs

Why Latin America’s prisons create some of the world’s deadliest gangs
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Military drone attack on Sudan oil field kills dozens and threatens South Sudan's economic lifeline

Dozens of people have been killed in a drone strike against Sudan’s largest oil processing facility carried out by the Sudanese Armed Forces

Military drone attack on Sudan oil field kills dozens and threatens South Sudan's economic lifeline
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Nnena Kalu is first artist with a learning disability to win the prestigious Turner Prize

Scottish artist Nnena Kalu has won the Turner Prize for her vivid abstract drawings and sculptures

Nnena Kalu is first artist with a learning disability to win the prestigious Turner Prize
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Paramount says China's Tencent withdrew from its Warner Bros bid to avert national security issues

Paramount Skydance says that the Chinese gaming and social media giant Tencent Holdings withdrew from its bid to buy Warner Bros Discovery to avert a national security review

Paramount says China's Tencent withdrew from its Warner Bros bid to avert national security issues
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Nnena Kalu ‘makes history’ by winning Turner Prize 2025

Nnena Kalu ‘makes history’ by winning Turner Prize 2025

Nnena Kalu ‘makes history’ by winning Turner Prize 2025
Health|Technology|World

Australia has just relieved its anxiety over teens on social media – or has it?

Australia has just relieved its anxiety over teens on social media – or has it?

Australia has just relieved its anxiety over teens on social media – or has it?
Political|Science|Technology|World

US Navy says it recovered two aircraft that crashed into South China Sea

US Navy says it recovered two aircraft that crashed into South China Sea

US Navy says it recovered two aircraft that crashed into South China Sea
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology|World

South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads

South Korea will require advertisers to label their ads made with artificial intelligence technologies from next year as it seeks to curb a surge of deceptive promotions featuring fabricated experts or deep-faked celebrities endorsing food or pharmaceutical products on social media

South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

In post-Assad Syria's chaos, Alawite women face sexual violence

A woman from Syria's Alawite minority has spoken about her harrowing experience of being kidnapped and raped by gunmen

In post-Assad Syria's chaos, Alawite women face sexual violence
Australia|Political|Technology|World

Social media ban for children under 16 starts in Australia

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has welcomed a groundbreaking social media ban for children under 16 as families taking back power from tech giants

Social media ban for children under 16 starts in Australia
Asia|US|World

North Korea's ruling elite prepares for once-in-5-years party meeting

North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un has opened a meeting to prepare for the upcoming ruling party congress, one of the country’s biggest political conferences meant to lay out new state priorities

North Korea's ruling elite prepares for once-in-5-years party meeting
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Southeast Asia embraces offshore wind power, as Trump bashes renewable energy

Southeast Asia is embracing the embattled offshore wind industry as it reels from U.S. President Donald Trump’s rejection of renewable energy

Southeast Asia embraces offshore wind power, as Trump bashes renewable energy
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Hegseth tells congressional leaders he is weighing release of boat strike video

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he's still weighing whether to release the full video of an attack on an alleged drug boat that killed two survivors

Hegseth tells congressional leaders he is weighing release of boat strike video
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote

Opponents of Missouri’s new congressional map have submitted thousands of petition signatures calling for a statewide vote on the plan backed by President Donald Trump

Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote
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Lumbee Tribe poised to gain federal recognition through Defense bill

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina could be federally recognized through the National Defense Authorization Act the House plans to vote on this week

Lumbee Tribe poised to gain federal recognition through Defense bill
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Trump once denied using this slur about Haiti and African nations. Now he boasts about it

President Donald Trump admits he used the slur “shithole countries” during a private 2018 meeting with lawmakers to disparage Haiti and African nations

Trump once denied using this slur about Haiti and African nations. Now he boasts about it
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Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in their escalating border conflict

Cambodia and Thailand are engaged in renewed fighting, forcing tens of thousands to flee border areas

Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in their escalating border conflict
Economy|Science|Technology|World

The Latest: Trump speaks on Americans’ economic worries and blames Democrats at Pennsylvania rally

President Donald Trump road-tested his claims that he’s tackling Americans’ affordability woes at a Tuesday rally in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania

The Latest: Trump speaks on Americans’ economic worries and blames Democrats at Pennsylvania rally
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Pope criticizes US bid to 'break apart' US-Europe alliance, insists on Europe role in Ukraine peace

Pope Leo XIV is insisting that Europe must have a role in any Ukraine peace deal

Pope criticizes US bid to 'break apart' US-Europe alliance, insists on Europe role in Ukraine peace
Education|Europe|Political|US|World

Rod Paige, first Black to serve as US secretary of education, dies at 92

Rod Paige, the first African American to serve as U.S. secretary of education, has died at 92

Rod Paige, first Black to serve as US secretary of education, dies at 92
World

Canada's top envoy to the US will resign before review of free trade agreement

Canada’s ambassador to the U.S. for the last six years says she’s resigning next year as the two major trading partners review the free trade agreement

Canada's top envoy to the US will resign before review of free trade agreement
Arts|World

Indigenous artifacts returned by the Vatican are now at a Canadian museum

A selection of items returned by the Vatican is now at the Canadian Museum of History after First Nations, Inuit and Métis leaders for years called for the repatriation of Indigenous artifacts

Indigenous artifacts returned by the Vatican are now at a Canadian museum
Environment|Science|World

Storms bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, snow and freezing rain to the Upper Midwest

The first of a series of powerful storms is dumping heavy rain and swelling rivers in the Pacific Northwest, closing roads and prompting high water rescues

Storms bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, snow and freezing rain to the Upper Midwest
Crime|US|World

Shooting at Kentucky State University leaves 1 dead, 1 hurt and a suspect in custody, officials say

Police in Frankfort, Kentucky, say a shooting at Kentucky State University has left one student dead and another in critical condition

Shooting at Kentucky State University leaves 1 dead, 1 hurt and a suspect in custody, officials say
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

West Africa is in a state of emergency after several coups, bloc leader says

A leader of the West African regional bloc says coups and attempted coups have left the region in a state of emergency

West Africa is in a state of emergency after several coups, bloc leader says
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Appearance by Venezuelan Nobel Peace laureate María Corina Machado canceled on eve of prize ceremony

A planned news conference by Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado has been canceled after a several-hour delay, a day before Wednesday's award ceremony in Oslo

Appearance by Venezuelan Nobel Peace laureate María Corina Machado canceled on eve of prize ceremony