NASA's Psyche spacecraft buzzing Mars on its way to a rare metal asteroid
Neo-Nazi leader gets 15 years for recruiting violent attacks, including a Santa poison plot
PGA Championship gets started with a wild shot and a little uncertainty
The world's reaction to hantavirus is tinged by echoes of something else: COVID
France allows asymptomatic passengers off new cruise ship struck by stomach bug outbreak
Small cities in big Texas metro areas lead as the fastest growing municipalities in the US
Museum's 'Knight Rider' replica car got a speeding ticket. It hasn't gone anywhere in years
Business|Economy|Finance|World
What a deserted mall in Moscow says about Russia’s economic woes
What a deserted mall in Moscow says about Russia’s economic woes
May 02, 2026World
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
ADB launches $70 billion plan for energy, digital infrastructure in Asia-Pacific
The Asian Development Bank on Sunday announced a $70 billion programme to expand energy and digital infrastructure across the Asia-Pacific region by 2035, aiming to strengthen
May 03, 2026
Health|Political|World
Hezbollah pays steep price in battle to reverse its fortunes
Hezbollah has paid a heavy price for going to war with Israel on March 2: Israel has occupied a chunk of southern Lebanon,
May 03, 2026
Europe|Science|Technology|World
IAEA says a drone targeted Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant's external radiation control laboratory
The Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine informed the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Sunday that a drone had targeted its external
May 03, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Asian Development Bank offers help to Pacific countries hit by Iran war
The Asian Development Bank said on Sunday it was ready to deliver urgent help to the countries in the Pacific region, which has been rattled by the war in the
May 03, 2026
World
Israeli raid in the West Bank leaves 1 Palestinian dead and 4 wounded
A Palestinian man was killed and four others were seriously wounded during an Israeli military raid in Nablus on Sunday
May 03, 2026
Education|World
Did the founders create a Christian nation? No, but religion did shape their thinking
There’s long been debate over the intentions of America’s founders about the role of religion
May 03, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine hits key Russian oil-loading port and 3 'shadow fleet' tankers
Ukraine has launched a wave of strikes against Russia’s oil export infrastructure, hitting a key loading port on the Baltic Sea and three tankers that Ukraine alleges were illegally used to transport Russian crude
May 03, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Slovakia's PM Fico to attend Victory Day parade in Moscow, Russian TV says
Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico is among only a handful of global leaders due to attend a scaled-back edition of Russia's Victory Day parade in Moscow this month,
May 03, 2026
Sports|US|World
Swimming-American Walsh improves own 100m butterfly world record for third time in a year
Gretchen Walsh bettered her own 100m butterfly world record for the third time in a year as she clocked 54.33 seconds in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the same event where she became
May 03, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Pope marks World Press Freedom Day, laments violations and honours slain reporters
Pope Leo on Sunday marked World Press Freedom Day by condemning persistent violations of media freedom around the world and paying tribute to journalists killed while
May 03, 2026
Entertainment|Political|Science|Technology|World
Trump keeps us up in the air with his hints of what’s coming in a new batch of UFO files
President Donald Trump is promising to release new UFO records that he says will be “very interesting.”
May 03, 2026
Europe|Political|Travel|US|World
Top US diplomat Rubio to meet with Pope Leo on Thursday, source says
U.S.
May 03, 2026
Business|Economy|World
OPEC+ agrees third oil output quota hike since Hormuz closure
OPEC+ agreed on Sunday a modest oil output hike for June, an increase that will remain largely on paper as long as the Iran
May 03, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
How redistricting and the Supreme Court have cut voters out of US House races
The number of competitive U.S. House of Representatives districts in this fall’s midterm elections was already near historic lows before the U.S.
May 03, 2026
Business|Education|Political|US|World
As Clarence Thomas hits a milestone, his conservative stamp on US Supreme Court endures
Clarence Thomas this week will reach a major milestone on the U.S. Supreme Court, becoming the second-longest-serving justice in American history.
May 03, 2026
Arts|Business|Education|Political|Science|World
The Supreme Court keeps overturning precedent. It swears that it’s not
The Supreme Court keeps overturning precedent. It swears that it’s not
May 03, 2026
Business|Technology|World
Israel approves plan to buy F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets from Lockheed, Boeing
Israel gave final approval for a plan to purchase two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA advanced fighter aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing in
May 03, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea
China accused the Philippines of landing personnel on a disputed reef in the South China Sea on Sunday as Manila said it would dispatch ships to drive off Chinese vessels it
May 03, 2026
Economy|Health|World
Cubans struggle to survive on pocket-size government ration books as products dwindle
Cuba's pocket-size government ration book has been circulating for more than six decades
May 03, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Spain should get new seat on ECB board, outgoing VP says
Spain should retain a seat on the European Central Bank's Executive Board and even the presidency was a possibility, outgoing ECB Vice President Luis de Guindos said in a
May 03, 2026
Political|Travel|World
Taiwan president defiant as begins Eswatini trip; China calls him a 'rat'
Taiwan has a right to engage with the world and no country can stop that, President Lai Ching-te told Eswatini's king after he arrived for a surprise trip that Taipei says
May 03, 2026
Technology|World
Hezbollah deploys a potent new weapon designed to evade Israeli detection
Hezbollah deploys a potent new weapon designed to evade Israeli detection
May 03, 2026
Australia|Crime|World
Man charged over death of Australian Indigenous girl that sparked outback riots
Police in Australia's Northern Territory said on Sunday they had charged a man with murdering an Indigenous girl, days after the 5-year-old's death sparked
May 03, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Travel|World
Inside the complex, secretive business of buying ube, the internet’s new favorite food
Inside the complex, secretive business of buying ube, the internet’s new favorite food
May 03, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World
Golden Tempo takes the Kentucky Derby as Cherie DeVaux becomes the 1st woman to train its winner
Golden Tempo has won the Kentucky Derby at odds of 23-1 to make Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown
May 02, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World
The Reds tie an MLB record by walking 7 straight batters in a 17-7 loss to the Pirates
The Cincinnati Reds issued a Major League Baseball record-tying seven straight walks during the second inning of a 17-7 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday
May 03, 2026
Election|Political|World
Peru's electoral board calls for audit of election results
Peru's National Jury of Elections (JNE) on Saturday requested a "comprehensive and exhaustive IT audit" of the results of the general elections held on April 12, it said in a
May 03, 2026
Crime|Political|World
White House dinner shooting suspect seeks end of suicide precautions
Attorneys for the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a black-tie press
May 03, 2026
Business|Finance|Sports|Technology|World
Motor racing-Miami F1 Grand Prix brought forward by three hours to beat storm threat
Sunday's Miami Grand Prix will be brought forward by three hours to 1 p.m. (1700 GMT) in an attempt to avoid threatened thunderstorms in the area, Formula One said.
May 03, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|World
President Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war
President Donald Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war but expressed skepticism it would be acceptable
May 02, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Trump threatens more cuts after US announced withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany
Trump threatens more cuts after US announced withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany
May 02, 2026
Asia|Political|World
North Korea's Kim casts youth as vanguard of state goals amid Russia war
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met delegates to the ruling party's youth league congress in Pyongyang, state media KCNA said on Sunday, as the government again cast young
May 03, 2026
Health|Political|Science|US|World
Fight over online access to abortion pill reaches Supreme Court in emergency appeal
Fight over online access to abortion pill reaches Supreme Court in emergency appeal
May 03, 2026
World
Trump flexes executive power with unprecedented flouting of lower court rulings
The Trump administration has been found in violation of court rulings in an extraordinary number of lawsuits on a broad set of issues
May 02, 2026
Environment|Europe|Science|World
Humpback whale 'Timmy' released in the North Sea after weeks stranded off Germany
A rescue team has released from a barge in the North Sea a humpback whale that had been stranded in shallow waters near Germany since March, witnesses said
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
Taiwan's president lands in Eswatini in a trip delayed by lack of overflight clearance
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te says he has arrived in Eswatini, Taiwan’s only diplomatic ally in Africa, despite flight challenges reportedly due to Chinese pressure
May 02, 2026
Crime|US|Videos|World
Video of NYC police killing machete-wielding man at Grand Central station released
New York City police have released body-worn camera footage of officers shooting and killing a machete-wielding man who stabbed three people at a Grand Central subway stop last month
May 02, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World
Momentum builds to reschedule White House Correspondents’ Dinner after shooting
Momentum builds to reschedule White House Correspondents’ Dinner after shooting
May 03, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Mexican governor and mayor indicted by US for drug trafficking step down
Two members of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum’s party in Sinaloa state have temporarily stepped down after the U.S. charged them with drug trafficking
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Recent inflation data was 'bad news,' Fed's Goolsbee says
Inflation data last week was "bad news" for the U.S.
May 03, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Spirit Airlines shuts down as company says it can't keep up with higher oil prices
Spirit Airlines has announced it is going out of business after 34 years
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
After Spirit collapse, Duffy says no need for US budget airline bailout
U.S.
May 02, 2026
Africa|Political|Technology|World
Rights summit in Zambia is canceled after Chinese pressure to exclude Taiwanese activists
The U.S.-based organizers of an international human rights conference say they have canceled next week's summit in the African nation of Zambia after pressure from China to exclude activists from Taiwan
May 02, 2026
Crime|Health|World
Exclusive body cam shows dramatic rescue from Canton house fire
Exclusive body cam shows dramatic rescue from Canton house fire
May 03, 2026
Europe|Health|World
British woman wins right to sterilization after exposing double standards in UK health service
British woman wins right to sterilization after exposing double standards in UK health service
May 02, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Activists’ detention deepens Spain-Israel tensions as aid group says men have begun hunger strike
Spain’s Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares has demanded the immediate release of a Spanish-Swedish activist detained by Israel after an aid flotilla bound for Gaza was intercepted in international waters
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World
Airlines scramble to help stranded Spirit passengers after budget carrier collapses
Major airlines and the U.S. government scrambled to help stranded passengers and employees after bankrupt discount carrier Spirit Airlines
May 02, 2026
Health|World
Nobel laureate Mohammadi's life in Iran's hands, Nobel committee chief says
(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)
May 02, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Mexican governor steps aside after US accusations of cartel ties
The governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state, who has been accused by the U.S. of aiding one of the country's most powerful drug cartels
May 02, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Top Republicans express concern over Trump plan to withdraw troops from Germany
Two top Republican lawmakers expressed concern on Saturday about the Pentagon's decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany.
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Travel|World
Spirit Airlines built a model the industry copied. Then it collapsed
Spirit Airlines has ended its 34-year run, closing the chapter on a discount carrier that reshaped U.S. air travel
May 02, 2026
Political|Travel|World
Taiwan's 12 remaining diplomatic allies
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te arrived in Eswatini on Saturday on a surprise trip, after his government blamed Chinese pressure for the cancellation of a visit that was meant to have
May 02, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World
Thousands flock to illegal French rave despite explosives risk
Thousands flock to illegal French rave despite explosives risk
May 02, 2026
Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Gone are the days when California had a Republican governor – or are they?
Gone are the days when California had a Republican governor – or are they?
May 02, 2026
Sports|World
Ryan Reynolds 'gutted' as Wrexham misses out on playoffs to put Premier League dream on hold
Wrexham’s dream of reaching the Premier League is over, for this season anyway
May 02, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Alex Zanardi, auto racing champ who won Paralympic golds between life-altering accidents, dies at 59
Italian auto racing champion-turned-Paralympic gold medalist Alex Zanardi has died at 59
May 02, 2026
Economy|Education|Political|US|World
Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting
May 02, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state steps down after US drug indictment
Governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state steps down after US drug indictment
May 02, 2026
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World
Sabres headed to second round of playoffs with bigger goals in mind
Rasmus Dahlin arrived in Buffalo as the No. 1 overall pick of the 2018 NHL draft wanting to be part of the revival for a city rabid about a Sabres team that hadn’t been to playoffs in the six years before his arrival
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Here’s how Berkshire Hathaway did in its first quarter without Warren Buffett as CEO
Here’s how Berkshire Hathaway did in its first quarter without Warren Buffett as CEO
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
OPEC+ set for another oil output quota hike despite Hormuz closure, sources say
OPEC+ has agreed in principle to raise oil output targets in June, two sources familiar with the group's thinking said on Saturday, but
May 02, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
UK PM Starmer says there could be new powers to ban pro-Palestinian marches
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the government could ban pro-Palestinian marches in some
May 02, 2026
Asia|Political|Travel|World
Taiwan president arrives in Eswatini after blaming China for cancellation of prior trip
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te reached Eswatini on Saturday, two weeks after he was forced to postpone a trip to a diplomatic ally because Indian Ocean states
May 02, 2026
Arts|Business|Food|Lifestyle|World
Yemen introduced the world to coffee. Now, its coffeehouse culture is booming in the US
Hundreds of years ago, Yemen helped introduce the world to coffee
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|US|World
Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war
(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)
May 02, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy, Fico discuss Ukraine's EU accession
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he discussed Ukraine's accession to the European Union with Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico in a conversation on Saturday.
May 02, 2026
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Fighting reaches outskirts of Kostiantynivka, a Ukrainian stronghold
Russian troops are inching toward the city of Kostiantynivka in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, trying to establish a foothold close to a heavily defended area, Ukraine's top
May 02, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US Justice Department can use military lawyer to prosecute civilian, judge rules
The Trump administration's assignment of military lawyers to help the Department of Justice
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|World
China's Commerce Ministry blocks US sanctions against five refineries
China’s Ministry of Commerce said on Saturday it had issued an injunction to block U.S. sanctions imposed on five Chinese refiners accused of buying Iranian oil, according
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Trump likes the idea of the government owning some US companies but took a pass on Spirit Airlines
President Donald Trump has taken a shine to the government taking stakes in the private sector
May 02, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli airstrikes kill 7 in southern Lebanon as a Catholic convent is bulldozed
Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon have killed at least seven people and wounded others
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Expensive tortillas, fewer buses: How war in Iran is squeezing Latin America
Expensive tortillas, fewer buses: How war in Iran is squeezing Latin America
May 02, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Starmer urges tougher action against Gaza protests in UK following antisemitic attacks
Britain's prime minister has warned tougher action is needed against certain chants at pro-Palestinian protests
May 02, 2026
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World
Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi hospitalized after a health crisis in prison
Iran’s imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Narges Mohammadi, has been urgently transferred to a hospital after a severe health decline
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Drone kills 2 in Kherson minibus strike, as Russia claims front-line progress
Two people have been killed after a Russian drone attacked a minibus in Kherson, Ukraine, according to local officials
May 02, 2026
Asia|Technology|World
US, Philippines deploy anti-ship missile system in Batanes near Taiwan for war games
(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)
May 02, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Mali investigates soldiers over role in coordinated insurgent attacks
Malian authorities are investigating soldiers suspected of involvement in last week's coordinated attacks on army bases across the country by militants linked to al Qaeda and
May 02, 2026
Business|Political|World
Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks, Iran official says
An Iranian proposal so far rejected by U.S.
May 02, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Japan, Vietnam seek deeper energy, minerals ties amid geopolitical risks
(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
China's railway hit new single-day passenger record on May Day
China's railway network transported 24.8 million passengers on May 1, setting a new single-day record, according to data from the China State Railway Group.
May 02, 2026
Europe|Political|World
NATO: working with US to understand details of troop reduction in Germany
NATO is working with the United States to understand the details of the U.S. decision for a planned drawdown of U.S. troops from Germany, NATO spokesperson Allison Hart said
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Trump auto tariff hike could cost Germany nearly $18 billion in output, institute says
The tariff hike on cars and trucks from the European Union announced by U.S.
May 02, 2026
Europe|Political|World
U.S. troops based in Europe
The United States is withdrawing 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany, the Pentagon announced on Friday, following a public spat over the war in Iran between U.S.
April 10, 2026
Arts|Business|Political|Technology|Travel|World
Reclusive Turkmenistan shows signs of cautiously opening up
From a brightly lit, open-plan office Azat Seyitmuhammedov runs an e-commerce startup, Wabrum, that he founded almost a decade ago.
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Travel|US|World
Spirit to halt all flights as of early Saturday
Spirit to halt all flights as of early Saturday
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
What oil crisis? China’s EVs are ready to dominate the 21st century
What oil crisis? China’s EVs are ready to dominate the 21st century
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Ukraine is hitting oil facilities deep inside Russia. Soaring fuel prices could blunt the impact
Ukrainian drones are flying deep into Russia to strike oil facilities
May 02, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Travel|World
Fuel crisis uncertainty looms as Croatia gears up for the summer tourism season
Summer is a few months away, but the streets of Croatia’s old town of Dubrovnik are already teeming with tourists
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World
Takeaways from AP report on Trump administration's defiance of lower court orders
Federal judges around the country have raised alarms in recent months about the Trump administration’s failure to follow their orders in individual immigration cases
May 02, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
Africa’s cellphone towers turn to solar as diesel costs surge
Cellphone tower operators across Africa are increasingly turning to solar power to reduce reliance on costly diesel fuel and expand connectivity in off-grid areas
May 02, 2026
Crime|US|World
CNN video analysis: Gunman raised shotgun as he stormed security at press dinner
CNN video analysis: Gunman raised shotgun as he stormed security at press dinner
May 02, 2026
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World
Trump says US Navy acting 'like pirates' to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports
President Donald Trump said on Friday the U.S.
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Coinbase says deal reached on key provision of crypto bill
Coinbase said on Friday a deal has been reached on a key provision in a landmark crypto legislation that could
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Spirit Airlines prepares to cease operations overnight, sources say
Bankrupt discount carrier Spirit Airlines is preparing to cease operations around 3 a.m. on Saturday (0700 GMT), two people close to the discussions, who declined to be named as the
May 02, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump expands US sanctions on Cuban government and affiliates
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Crime|Political|World
US 'troubled' by Cambodian court decision to uphold defunct opposition leader's conviction
The U.S.
May 02, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Mali accuses military officers of working with jihadis to carry out attacks against government
A state public prosecutor alleges that some Malian military officers have been working with jihadis and separatists who recently launched their biggest round of attacks in over a decade
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump says a Spirit bailout still is possible as doubts about the airline's survival mount
President Donald Trump says his administration is still weighing a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines “but only if it's a good deal” for the government
May 01, 2026
Health|Science|Technology|World
Ghana becomes the latest African country to reject a US health deal, citing data sharing concerns
Ghana has rejected a proposed health deal with the U.S. due to concerns over data privacy
May 02, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump rallies seniors in Florida as Republicans face tough elections
In his first event outside the White House since an apparent assassination attempt, U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
US bypasses congressional review for military sales of $8.6 billion to Middle East allies
U.S.
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Mexico's Sheinbaum taps new agriculture minister
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has tapped agronomist Columba Jasmin Lopez to be the country's next minister of agriculture and rural development, replacing current
May 02, 2026
Business|Technology|US|World
Air Force says former Qatari 747 will be ready to fly Trump as Air Force One this summer
The U.S. Air Force has completed modifications to a Boeing 747 jet donated by Qatar for temporary use as Air Force One
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
China was the birthplace of recreational drones. Now you can’t buy one in Beijing
China was the birthplace of recreational drones. Now you can’t buy one in Beijing
May 02, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
Redistricting battle intensifies in states after US Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act
A Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana has amplified an already intense national redistricting battle
May 01, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace plan
President Donald Trump said Friday that he’s “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest proposal in negotiations to end the war
May 01, 2026
Crime|Travel|World
At least 11 dead in western Mexico after bus careens off highway
A holiday Labor Day weekend turned tragic on Friday as at least 11 people died and 31 others were injured when a tourist bus crashed in Mexico's western state of Nayarit
May 02, 2026
Environment|Science|World
U.S. border wall construction threatens endangered wolves, conservationists say
For the first time in decades, a radio-collared endangered Mexican wolf crossed from the U.S. into Mexico last week in New Mexico, a federal official said on Friday,
May 02, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
US withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany, US officials say
The United States is withdrawing 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany, the Pentagon announced on Friday, as a rift over the Iran war widens
May 02, 2026
Europe|Political|World
US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months, fulfilling Trump's threat
The Pentagon says the United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany in the next six to 12 months
May 02, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World
Prosecutors release new video showing moments before White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting
Prosecutors release new video showing moments before White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting
May 01, 2026
Health|Political|World
Appeals court blocks FDA rule that allows women to obtain abortion drugs by mail
Appeals court blocks FDA rule that allows women to obtain abortion drugs by mail
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
US warns European allies including UK and Poland of arms shipment delays, FT reports
Washington has warned European allies including the UK, Poland, Lithuania and Estonia to expect long delivery delays for U.S. weapons as the war
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Barclays lifts 2026 Brent forecast to $100 on prolonged Hormuz disruption
Barclays on Friday raised its 2026 Brent crude forecast to $100 per barrel from $85, citing the impasse in the Strait of Hormuz.
May 02, 2026
Health|World
US court blocks mail-order access to abortion drugs, for now
A U.S. appeals court on Friday temporarily blocked a federal rule allowing the abortion drug mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail, significantly
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World
HSBC raises 2026 Brent price forecast to $95 per barrel
HSBC raised its 2026 average Brent price forecast to $95 a barrel last week, citing a longer effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
March 13, 2026
Political|US|World
Cuba rejects Trump's new "coercive" sanctions
Cuba rejects fresh sanctions levied on Friday by U.S.
May 02, 2026
Election|US|World
Republican governors pursue new congressional maps after US Supreme Court ruling
The Republican governors of Alabama, South Carolina and Tennessee made clear on Friday they will try to push through congressional maps more favorable to their party
May 02, 2026
Business|Crime|Travel|US|World
Plane carrying pickleball players crashes in Texas Hill Country, killing all 5 on board
A small plane has crashed in Texas Hill Country, killing all five people on board
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|US|World
Former US congressman convicted of secretly lobbying for Venezuela
Former U.S.
May 02, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
US LNG exports to Asia surged in April as Middle East conflict curtailed supply
U.S. exports of liquefied natural gas to Asia jumped in April, with American producers helping offset reduced supplies from Middle Eastern exporters as
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World
Purdue Pharma dissolves in bankruptcy, names board of nonprofit successor
Purdue Pharma said on Friday that it has ceased operations and concluded its bankruptcy, re-emerging as a nonprofit focused on treating opioid addiction,
May 02, 2026
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World
US cautions Americans in UK to be alert after Britain raised threat level
The U.S. embassy in London has cautioned Americans in the UK to stay alert in public places, keep a low profile and review their personal security plans after British
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Trump says he's dissatisfied with Iranian proposal as rift with allies deepens
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Europe|US|World
Trump's attacks on Europe's leaders worsen transatlantic frost
The past weeks have not been reassuring for those who thought that Europe could navigate its tricky relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump.
May 01, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World
Judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration's push to end special status
A federal judge in New York is protecting about 3,000 refugees from Yemen from being forced to leave the U.S., saying the Temporary Protected Status that was repeatedly granted to them should be extended again
May 02, 2026
Americas|Crime|Education|World
Florida sheriff identifies body found in Tampa Bay as 2nd missing student from Bangladesh
A Florida sheriff says a body found in Tampa Bay has been identified as the second missing University of South Florida doctoral student from Bangladesh
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Apple leads Wall Street to more records as oil prices pull back
The U.S. stock market set more records after Apple, Estee Lauder and others joined the list of companies delivering fatter profits for the start of the year than analysts expected
May 01, 2026
Crime|Education|US|World
Remains recovered near Tampa Bay area bridge identified as second missing USF student, officials say
Remains recovered near Tampa Bay area bridge identified as second missing USF student, officials say
May 01, 2026
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Interview|Political|US|Videos|World
Catholic priest who criticized Trump immigration crackdown named West Virginia bishop
West Virginia's next Catholic bishop was born in El Salvador and has been critical of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown
May 02, 2026
Crime|Education|Political|US|World
Trump task force report alleges anti-Christian discrimination under Biden administration
A Trump administration task force has alleged discrimination against Christians during Joe Biden's presidency
May 02, 2026
Business|Health|Science|World
WHO delays pandemic treaty amid pathogen-sharing dispute
World Health Organization member states said on Friday they had extended talks on pathogen-sharing rules, casting doubt on when a pandemic treaty adopted last year can come into
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq advanced to record closing highs on Friday, boosted by robust earnings and a dip in crude prices, and turning
May 01, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Colombia-Ecuador trade collapsing as tariff war intensifies, business groups say
The flow of goods between Colombia and Ecuador is drying up, industry groups on the South American countries' border say, as high
May 02, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
US judge blocks Trump from ending protections for 2,800 Yemeni nationals
A federal judge on Friday blocked U.S.
May 01, 2026
Political|World
China says UN should revisit Lebanon peacekeeping mission decision
China's ambassador to the United Nations said on Friday that there was a need to revisit the U.N.
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Saudi oil prince's iron grip faces ultimate test with UAE's shock OPEC exit
Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman now has an OPEC challenge to deal with on top of the largest ever disruption to
May 02, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's proposal to end the war
U.S. President Donald Trump says that he’s “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest proposal in negotiations to end war between the countries
May 01, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump says deadline for Congress to approve Iran war doesn't apply: Hostilities have 'terminated'
The White House is telling Congress that hostilities with Iran have “terminated” despite the continued presence of U.S. armed forces in the region
May 01, 2026
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World
US military reaches deals with 7 tech companies to use their AI on classified systems
The Pentagon says it has reached deals with seven tech companies to use their artificial intelligence in its classified computer networks This will allow the military to tap into AI-powered capabilities to help it fight wars
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Nations preserve a plan to adopt a global fee on shipping emissions, but keep their options open
The world’s maritime nations preserved a plan to adopt the first global carbon fee on shipping, as they agreed to keep working on it in the fall and adjourned their meeting
May 02, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump says he'll place 25% tariff on autos from the EU, accusing it of not complying with trade deal
The head of the European Parliament trade committee calls President Donald Trump’s tariff hike on European Union automobiles “unacceptable.”
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|Travel|World
Cuba's Raul Castro joins May Day march as tensions simmer with US
Ninety-four-year-old former leader Raul Castro joined thousands of Cubans in an International Workers' Day march on Friday that passed through the capital of
May 01, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump says he spoke with Iraq PM-designate, voices strong support
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Economy|World
Trump's tariffs on EU autos show US to be unreliable, says EU parliament's trade committee chair
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Political|World
China says urgent need to maintain Iran war ceasefire
China's U.N. ambassador Fu Cong said on Friday it was an urgent necessity to maintain the Iran war ceasefire and that he was sure the Strait of Hormuz issue would be high on the
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
WTO plans 10% budget cut as US falls back into arrears, documents show
The World Trade Organization is set to cut about 10% of its spending - including hiring freezes and reductions in short‑term staff - after the U.S. fell
May 01, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Political|Technology|World
Meta faces US lawmaker scrutiny over removal of lawyer ads for social media addiction cases
Meta should not have removed advertisements from attorneys seeking clients that claim they were harmed by social media platforms, two U.S. senators said
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Cboe to cut staff by 20% as exchange operator sharpens focus on core business
Cboe Global Markets' CEO Craig Donohue on Friday outlined plans to sharpen the exchange operator's focus on key businesses, including a 20% reduction in its global workforce.
May 01, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|World
US officials weigh cutting deadlines to fix digital flaws amid worries over AI-powered hacking, sources say
U.S. cybersecurity officials are considering sharply shorter deadlines for fixing critical flaws in government IT systems, amid concerns hackers could
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|World
The Fed subtly signaled that only rate cuts are on the table. Some Fed officials are crying foul
The Fed subtly signaled that only rate cuts are on the table. Some Fed officials are crying foul
May 02, 2026
Crime|US|World
Former Miami Congressman David Rivera is convicted of secretly lobbying for Maduro's Venezuela
A former Miami congressman and close friend of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been convicted in connection with a secret $50 million lobbying campaign on behalf of Venezuela’s socialist government during the first Trump administration
May 01, 2026
Health|Political|World
Israel strikes in southern Lebanon kill 10 people as a Hezbollah drone wounds 2 Israeli soldiers
Israel has carried out airstrikes on southern Lebanon, killing at least 10 people
May 01, 2026
Economy|World
Cuba's electric and petroleum workers celebrate their colleagues during massive rally
Tens of thousands of Cubans have crowded along Havana’s famed seawall to celebrate workers on their day, but few are more applauded than those who keep the socialist country powered
May 01, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Legal team plans to meet with detained Myanmar ex-leader Suu Kyi this weekend
The legal team of Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi plans to meet the detained former leader this weekend after she was transferred to house arrest in the capital by the military-backed
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US manufacturing sector holds steady in April; input costs hit 4-year high
U.S. manufacturing activity held steady in April, but supplier delivery performance worsened as the war in the Middle East disrupted shipping in the
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Marchers demand reopening of Bosnia's last steel mill
Hundreds of workers marched through Bosnia's central city of Zenica on Friday, protesting against the closure of the country’s last steel mill which they said marked
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|World
US to close its flagship Gaza mission as Trump plan stalls, sources say
A U.S. military-run body near Gaza that critics say failed in its mission to monitor the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and boost aid flows to besieged
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|World
New York archdiocese to pay $800 million to settle sex abuse cases
The Catholic Archdiocese of New York has agreed to pay $800 million in a settlement with 1,300 sex abuse survivors, one of the largest payouts in a wave
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US Treasury warns shippers not to pay Hormuz tolls, even in form of charity
Any shipper paying tolls to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, including charitable donations to organizations such as the Iranian Red
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Tether slows gold purchases for USDT reserves in first quarter, data shows
Tether, issuer of the world's largest stablecoin, slowed its purchases of gold for its reserves to back Tether USDT in the first quarter to about 6 metric
May 01, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World
Gaza aid flotilla activists taken to Crete after Israeli interception
More than 100 pro-Palestinian activists aboard boats carrying aid bound for Gaza were taken to the Greek island of Crete on Friday after Israeli forces seized
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Exxon net income falls, output hit by Iran war
Exxon Mobil beat estimates for adjusted earnings on Friday, helped by higher output in Guyana and the Permian Basin, though net income dropped to its lowest
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Dollar set for sharp weekly loss versus yen after Japan steps in
The dollar was headed for its biggest weekly loss against the yen since February on Friday after Japan was reported to have intervened to support its
May 01, 2026
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World
Pentagon reaches agreements with top AI companies, but not Anthropic
The Pentagon said on Friday it had reached agreements with seven AI companies to deploy their advanced capabilities on the Defense
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Global markets tread water as yen moves dominate currency trading
Global shares steadied on Friday, with U.S. tech stocks rallying anew and investors remaining focused on currency markets after the yen
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
Crude futures fall on new Iran proposal for peace talks
An Iranian proposal on negotiations with the U.S. sent crude oil futures diving on Friday, but prices remained on track for weekly gains, with Tehran still blocking the
May 01, 2026
Sports|World
Soccer-Iran FA president says he was allowed to enter Canada but chose to turn back
Iranian soccer federation president Mehdi Taj said Canadian officials cleared him to enter the country for the FIFA Congress, but Iran’s delegation chose to turn back after being
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|Travel|World
CNN boards first commercial flight to Venezuela in nearly seven years
CNN's David Culver took off on a commercial passenger plane from the US to Venezuela as the countries continue to restore economic ties following the ouster of Venezuela’s strongman leader in January.
April 30, 2026
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|World
Why the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline doesn’t actually constrain presidents
Donald Trump’s unilateral move to engage in military action against Iran isn’t unprecedented; Presidents Obama and Clinton directed U.S. military engagements without explicit congressional approval
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports|World
Exorbitantly expensive tickets for early World Cup games still on general sale
Tickets for most of the World Cup group games remain on general sale with just over a month to go until the tournament kicks off on June 11
May 01, 2026
Crime|Education|Europe|World
Woman who drove into a tea party outside a London school charged over death of 2 girls
A woman who drove a Land Rover into a tea party at a London primary school, killing two 8-year-old girls, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving
May 01, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World
Georg Baselitz, German artist known for provocation and upside-down paintings, dies at 88
Georg Baselitz, an acclaimed and award-winning neo-Expressionist German artist with a penchant for provocation and known for painting images upside down, has died
May 01, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Lawmakers accuse Justice Department of rushing SPLC indictment, citing whistleblower reports
Lawmakers accuse Justice Department of rushing SPLC indictment, citing whistleblower reports
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Profit for the biggest US oil companies declined in the first quarter, but only on paper
Profit for the two largest oil companies in the U.S. tumbled during the first quarter, a three-month period in which the price of crude and gasoline rocketed higher
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
While Asia and Europe scramble for natural gas, the US glut has nowhere to go
The war with Iran has boosted prices of globally traded natural gas by throttling exports from the Gulf.
May 01, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli police arrest a man suspected of attacking a nun near Jerusalem’s Old City
Israeli police have arrested a 36-year-old man caught on video attacking a nun near Jerusalem's Old City
May 01, 2026
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine says a strike hit Russian Black Sea oil terminal in Tuapse
Ukrainian forces have struck an oil terminal in the Russian Black Sea city of Tuapse, according to Ukraine’s General Staff
May 01, 2026
Europe|World
Ukraine rolls out army reform plan as peace talks stall
Ukraine announced plans on Friday to carry out reforms of the army this summer to address problems with infantry shortages and the discharge of the longest-
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Fed's Logan says central bank's next rate move could be cut or hike
By Michael S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli authorities taking 2 activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla to Israel for questioning
Israeli authorities say they are taking two activists detained in international waters and who led an aid flotilla bound for Gaza to Israel for questioning
May 01, 2026
Environment|Europe|Political|World
Russia pounds Ukraine with drones in daytime attack
Russia launched more than 400 drones at Ukraine in a daytime attack, injuring 10 people in the western city of Ternopil, Ukrainian officials said on Friday.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P 500 profit eyes sharpest quarterly growth in four years after Big Tech results
Analysts' expectations for S&P 500 earnings improved sharply after a week dominated by megacap results, LSEG IBES data showed on Friday, even as oil prices stayed high and tensions
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Canadian factory PMI hits near four-year high on war-related stock building
Canada's manufacturing sector expanded in April at the fastest pace in nearly four years as the war in the Middle East spurred stock building and added to
May 01, 2026
Health|Political|World
Former Brazil President Bolsonaro had shoulder surgery, remains hospitalized
Former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro successfully underwent right shoulder surgery on Friday, according to a note released by his medical team, which added that he
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Occidental's Hollub, a rare female oil chief, to hand CEO reins to drilling veteran Jackson
Occidental Petroleum CEO Vicki Hollub will retire next month after over a decade as one of the only female bosses of a top U.S. oil company,
May 01, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Al Qaeda-linked insurgents establish check points around capital, call on Malians to rise up
Al Qaeda-linked insurgents have called on Malians to rise up against the military-led government and transition to Sharia law, as multiple
May 01, 2026
Americas|Crime|Health|World
Cuban immigrant died in ICE custody in suspected suicide, agency says
A Cuban immigrant died in U.S. immigration custody in Georgia in what authorities suspect was a suicide, U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
How US equipment ended up in the hands of Iran’s allies in Yemen as USAID was disbanded
How US equipment ended up in the hands of Iran’s allies in Yemen as USAID was disbanded
May 01, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Jewish leaders in London reveal safety concern after stabbing attack
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April 30, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|World
China has now dropped tariffs on imports from every African country except 1
A China policy giving Africa’s biggest economies tariff-free access to its market for the next two years has come into effect
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
EU-Mercosur trade deal takes provisional effect, boosting hopes and concerns for millions
The long-awaited trade deal between the South American bloc Mercosur and the European Union is finally on, at least provisionally
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
King Charles III wins praise for deft handling of Trump on his US state visit
President Donald Trump praised King Charles III after the monarch's state visit this week, which is being hailed in the U.K. as a diplomatic triumph
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Ceasefire hangs in the balance as Iran sends peace proposal to mediators
Ceasefire hangs in the balance as Iran sends peace proposal to mediators
May 01, 2026
Crime|Education|World
Long DACA renewal wait times leave some 'Dreamers' without status, a job and fearing detainment
Renewal wait times for the Obama-era program that allows people who were brought to the U.S. as children to temporarily remain in the country and work have increased dramatically in the past year
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
UK factories, hit by Iran war, brace for higher costs and more delivery delays
A gauge of British manufacturers' cost pressures jumped in April and delivery delays were the most widespread since mid-2022 due to the standoff in the
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Cboe to cut staff by 20% as exchange operator sharpens focus on core business
Cboe Global Markets' CEO Craig Donohue on Friday outlined plans to sharpen the exchange operator's focus on key businesses, including a 20% reduction in its global workforce.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Ukraine strikes Russian port of Tuapse again as environment crisis deepens
Ukrainian drones struck Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse on Friday for the fourth time in 16 days as authorities struggled to cope with a mounting
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|World
HF Sinclair posts surprise quarterly profit on higher refining margins
HF Sinclair posted a surprise first-quarter adjusted profit on Friday, helped by higher refining margins, refined product sales and throughput volumes.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World
Iran crisis hampering aid to refugees as supply chain costs soar, UN warns
The cost of sending some aid to Sudan - the world's largest displacement crisis - has more than doubled since the Iran war disrupted shipping, pushing
May 01, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World
Man convicted of attempting terrorist attack at London's Israeli embassy
A man who last year tried to enter Israel's London embassy armed with two knives and carrying a "martyrdom note" was on Friday convicted in a London court of preparing an act
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Fed's Hammack says no longer appropriate to signal rate cut bias
By Michael S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Fed should ditch rate-cut lean because of oil shock, policymakers say
By Howard Schneider and Michael S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Ares' record $30 billion fundraising eases private credit 'doomsday' fears
Ares Management, one of the biggest names in private credit, reported record first-quarter fundraising of about $30 billion on Friday, a sign
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World
BYD's sales downturn extends to eighth straight month
Chinese EV giant BYD's vehicle sales fell for an eighth straight month in April, down 15.5% from a year earlier and extending its longest-ever downturn as it struggles with
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World
US criticises Zambia for lack of engagement as $1 billion health deal stalls
The United States has criticised Zambia for failing to engage on a new health aid agreement governing more than $1 billion in U.S. funding, saying repeated outreach from
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Lazard's profit surges on asset management inflows amid market volatility
Investment bank Lazard reported a 67% jump in first-quarter profit on Friday, as resilient client demand boosted its asset management business during a period of heightened market
May 01, 2026
Environment|Science|Technology|World
Mexico City is sinking so quickly, it can be seen from space
Mexico City is sinking nearly 10 inches every year, making it one of the world’s fastest-sinking metropolitan areas
May 01, 2026
Crime|Education|Sports|World
Maryland high school forfeits 2 softball games after alleged "inappropriate actions" toward Black player
Maryland high school forfeits 2 softball games after alleged "inappropriate actions" toward Black player
May 01, 2026
Arts|Food|Lifestyle|Travel|World
Cheers! Welcome to the Nepalese village where everybody knows how to distill
Chang, a refreshing, low-strength brew, and arak, its stronger relative, have long been part of Tibetan rituals.
May 01, 2026
Education|Opinion|Political|World
When immigration detention becomes a system of concentration: Lessons from research on 150 historical cases
Scholars have defined the elements of what qualifies as a concentration camp system. Based on those, ICE detention facilities meet the definition of concentration camps.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Israel and the UAE find common cause as the Iran war cracks old Middle East alliances
Israel and the UAE find common cause as the Iran war cracks old Middle East alliances
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
ExxonMobil and Chevron earnings fall, but bigger profits are on their way because of soaring oil prices
ExxonMobil and Chevron earnings fall, but bigger profits are on their way because of soaring oil prices
May 01, 2026
Arts|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World
‘A ghost that lives with us’: Death Cafes take the sting out of the inevitable end
‘A ghost that lives with us’: Death Cafes take the sting out of the inevitable end
May 01, 2026
Arts|Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
The world’s most important art festival is imploding and Russia and Israel sit at the center of the crisis
The world’s most important art festival is imploding and Russia and Israel sit at the center of the crisis
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Deere names insider Brent Norwood as finance chief
Tractor maker Deere on Friday named company insider Brent Norwood as its chief financial officer, following the departure of long-time finance chief Joshua Jepsen in February.
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Tesla sales rebound continues in several European markets in April
Registrations of Tesla cars continued to rebound in France, Denmark and the Netherlands in April, but fast-moving Chinese rivals such as BYD kept chipping away
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
ECB's Makhlouf concerned energy prices may stay higher for longer
European Central Bank Governing Council member Gabriel Makhlouf said he is concerned that energy prices may stay higher for longer without a clear timeline for the end of
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Reddit rallies as AI‑driven ad growth fuels strong revenue outlook
Reddit shares jumped over 12% on Friday after an upbeat quarterly revenue forecast underscored growing returns from the social media company's AI-driven advertising
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
US stocks rally could find fuel in earnings, jobs data amid surging oil prices
Investors will look for another batch of earnings reports and fresh employment data to drive a resilient U.S. stocks rally higher next week, in the face
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
After major enforcement operations, the Trump administration recalibrates its immigration crackdown
President Donald Trump’s administration appears to be recalibrating its centerpiece policy of mass deportations after a series of major immigration enforcement operations in American cities soured the public’s mood on it
May 01, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
UK man appears in court over stabbing of two Jewish men in London
A 45-year-old man appeared in a London court on Friday charged with attempted murder over an attack during which two Jewish men were stabbed
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Financial firms last month did not expect BoE to raise rates, BoE survey shows
Financial firms surveyed by the Bank of England last month did not expect the central bank to raise interest rates this year, though they no longer expected rates to be cut,
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Trump is supposed to get Congress’ approval when the Iran war hits 60 days. Lawmakers can’t agree when that is
Trump is supposed to get Congress’ approval when the Iran war hits 60 days. Lawmakers can’t agree when that is
May 01, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World
London hails new Banksy statue of man blinded by flag
London authorities said on Friday they welcomed a statue installed by street artist Banksy showing a man blinded by a flag that had blown into his face, and
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
It was another wild month for markets. Here’s what it means for you
It was another wild month for markets. Here’s what it means for you
May 01, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Man jailed after being charged with attempted murder in stabbings of Jewish men in London
A 45-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder in the stabbings of two Jewish men in London
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Japan may have spent $35 billion in yen-buying intervention, BOJ data shows
Japan may have spent as much as 5.48 trillion yen ($35 billion) bolstering its embattled currency, central bank data indicated on Friday,
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
Californians now paying 6 bucks a gallon for kicks on Route 66
Motorists commemorating the centennial of U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Sell in May and go away? Not so fast, investors
Blindly following the old Wall Street adage "sell in May and go away" may prove costly, as investors weigh whether to call time on a powerful market
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Yen jumps sharply as Japan warns it is ready to intervene again
Japan's yen jumped sharply on Friday as the country's top foreign exchange diplomat said Tokyo was ready to step
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Syria relies on Russia's oil despite pivot to the West
Russia has emerged as the main supplier of oil to Syria, Reuters reporting shows, despite the new government's alignment with the West and widespread
May 01, 2026
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World
Antigua and Barbuda PM Browne wins fourth term promising growth
Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne won a landslide election victory late on Thursday, securing a fourth term after a campaign
May 01, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Mali attacks spotlight the growing reach of militants across West Africa
Simultaneous attacks in Mali by militants linked to al Qaeda and separatist Tuareg rebels on April 25 showed how fighters
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World
US Navy turns to AI firm Domino for options to counter Iranian mines
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US names Vietnam as top concern country in intellectual property rights report
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
Political|Travel|US|World
King Charles charms America and avoids pitfalls during his four-day whirlwind US tour
King Charles charms America and avoids pitfalls during his four-day whirlwind US tour
May 01, 2026
Africa|Americas|Asia|Crime|Europe|MidEast|World
Man charged with attempted murder after two Jewish men stabbed in London
Man charged with attempted murder after two Jewish men stabbed in London
May 01, 2026
Australia|Crime|World
Fury over young girl’s killing sparks vigilante justice and violent clashes with police in Australia
Fury over young girl’s killing sparks vigilante justice and violent clashes with police in Australia
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|World
Russian attack hit port infrastructure in Ukraine's Odesa region, officials say
A Russian drone attack overnight damaged port infrastructure in Ukraine's southern Odesa region and wounded two people in the city of Odesa, regional governor Oleh Kiper said on
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Sell in May? Let's find out
From high oil prices and the conflict in the Middle East to Japan's yen, the latest U.S. jobs data, an Australian rate decision, and a UK local election: there's plenty for
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Standard Chartered pivots to June ECB hike from no hike in 2026 outlook
Standard Chartered said it expects the European Central Bank to deliver a 25-basis-point rate hike in June, having previously
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Japan signs first $2.2 billion loan under $550 billion US investment pledge
Japan has signed a $2.2 billion loan agreement for the first batch of projects under its $550 billion U.S. investment pledge, kicking off financing tied to a trade deal that
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Japan's big trading houses expect record profits but utilities forecast pain as Iran war weighs
Some big Japanese trading houses forecast on Friday record annual profits as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran keeps commodity prices high,
May 01, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Azerbaijan summons EU envoy in row over treatment of Karabakh Armenians
Azerbaijan summoned the EU's ambassador on Friday to protest against a European Parliament resolution condemning Baku's detention of Armenian prisoners of
May 01, 2026
Australia|Crime|Political|World
Riot erupts over Australian Indigenous girl's suspected killer, authorities urge calm
Hundreds of protesters clashed with Australian emergency services workers in a remote town following the arrest of a man suspected of
May 01, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
ECB policymakers make case for rate hike as inflation may linger
The European Central Bank may need to tighten policy, perhaps as soon as June, policymakers said on Friday, warning that the inflation outlook is
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Japanese yen jumps against dollar hours after intervention
The yen suddenly jumped against the dollar on Friday, a day after Tokyo authorities were widely believed to have intervened to prop up the Japanese currency.
May 01, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Food|Travel|World
Dubai chefs shrink menus as Iran war makes tomatillos, scallops harder to source
Dubai chef Shaw Lash at Mexican restaurant Lila Molino flies in her avocados and tomatillos, small, tart green fruits native to Central America that are a staple of Mexican
May 01, 2026
Arts|Business|Finance|Interview|Sports|Stock Markets|US|Videos|World
Jokic still wants to be 'Nuggets forever,' but an early playoff exit leaves them searching for more
Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets are three years removed from their NBA championship
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
What would Japanese intervention to boost a weak yen look like?
Japan intervened to support the yen against the U.S. dollar on Thursday, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters, in their latest
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Never mind the oil, feel the earnings!
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Toyota to post fourth straight quarterly profit drop as Middle East risks, costs mount
Toyota is expected to report a fourth successive year-on-year decline in quarterly operating profit next week, as rising material and labour costs and the
May 01, 2026
Australia|Crime|Health|World
Riot erupts over Australian Indigenous girl's suspected killer, authorities urge calm
Hundreds of protesters clashed with Australian emergency services workers in a remote town following the arrest of a man suspected of
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|World
2 employees fatally shot in a bank robbery in Kentucky
Two bank employees have been fatally shot during a robbery in Kentucky, and a search is underway for the suspect
May 01, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World
Banksy’s new flag-wielding London statue satirizes blind patriotism
Banksy’s new flag-wielding London statue satirizes blind patriotism
May 01, 2026
Election|Political|World
The world’s biggest democracy has purged electoral rolls, leaving many without a vote
The world’s biggest democracy has purged electoral rolls, leaving many without a vote
May 01, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison to house arrest in Myanmar
Myanmar’s former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest
April 30, 2026
Environment|Science|Technology|World
A citizen campaign returns iconic kiwi birds to New Zealand's capital after a century-long absence
New Zealanders are working to bring the kiwi back to the hills around Wellington
May 01, 2026
Sports|US|World
Knicks crush Hawks in record-setting 140-89 Game 6 rout to end Atlanta’s season
The New York Knicks ended the Atlanta Hawks' season in dominant fashion with a 140-89 win for their biggest postseason win
May 01, 2026
Election|Finance|US|World
Alaska governor vetoes election bill citing 'significant operational burdens'
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy on Thursday vetoed a major election reform bill, citing "significant operational burdens" and unspecified legal challenges.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
SEC clears Nasdaq proposal for prediction market options tied to benchmark index
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
Sports|US|World
Daniels, Robinson ejected after fight, part of one-sided series-clinching win for Knicks over Hawks
Dyson Daniels and Mitchell Robinson have been ejected from Game 6 of the Hawks vs
May 01, 2026
Business|Food|Travel|World
Dumplings vs. machines: Inside China’s latest food fight
Dumplings vs. machines: Inside China’s latest food fight
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Ukraine sees path to getting Japanese arms after Tokyo eases export rules
Japan's relaxation of its weapons-export rules opens a path for talks that could one day lead to Tokyo supplying military equipment to help
May 01, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Brazil's government to announce new measures on household indebtedness next week
Brazil's government will announce on Monday new measures to tackle household indebtedness, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Thursday, signaling that the
May 01, 2026
Crime|Health|Political|World
Transgender Idaho residents challenge state law restricting public restroom access
Six transgender residents of Idaho have filed suit challenging a new state law making it a crime for them to use sex-designated public restrooms and changing areas
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Japan's factory activity growth hits 4-year high on stockpiling, PMI shows
Japan's manufacturing activity grew at its strongest pace in over four years in April, as companies ramped up production and stockpiled goods amid supply chain disruptions
May 01, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
US official says Iran war truce 'terminated' hostilities for war powers deadline
A U.S.-Iran ceasefire that began in early April has "terminated" hostilities between the two sides for the purposes of an approaching
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
South Korean April exports rise 48.0% y/y as chip boom extends
South Korean exports rose for an 11th month in April, beating forecasts, as the global appetite for artificial intelligence infrastructure
May 01, 2026
Americas|Crime|Election|World
Brazil’s Congress overrides Lula's veto of a bill to reduce Bolsonaro's sentence
Brazil’s Congress has voted to override a presidential veto and reduce former President Jair Bolsonaro’s 27-year prison sentence
May 01, 2026
Political|World
Trump administration says its war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline
The Trump administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of the ceasefire that began in early April
May 01, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|World
North Texas man executed as his cousin claims he was shooter in fatal 2008 robbery
A North Texas man who claimed he wasn’t the shooter in a fatal robbery that killed two people nearly 18 years ago and who says prosecutors misused rap lyrics he wrote to secure his death sentence has been executed
April 30, 2026
Europe|Political|Technology|World
Some US troops cite benefits of Germany presence as Trump threatens pullback
At a U.S Army training facility in Germany on Thursday, some senior officers highlighted the benefits of
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
US Congress passes 45-day surveillance law extension
Congress on Thursday passed a 45-day extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, prolonging a debate about a section of the spy law that critics say
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P Dow Jones Indices considers new index rules as mega IPOs loom
S&P Dow Jones Indices said on Thursday it has kicked off a consultation that could result in major changes to rules governing the entry of companies into its indexes such as the S
May 01, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Argentina's Casa Rosada invites journalists back starting Monday
Argentina's Casa Rosada, where government press conferences are held, will allow accredited journalists back on Monday after blocking access last week, a
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks
Iran said on Thursday it would respond with "long and painful strikes" on U.S. positions if Washington renewed attacks and
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
US FEMA reinstates employees it placed on leave after letter of dissent
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
Economy|Education|Finance|Technology|World
US Treasury trots out Marvel comics, 'Trump accounts' in financial literacy drive for kids
The topic of financial literacy may not excite most middle-school students, but the U.S.
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Core inflation in Tokyo slows, seen accelerating on energy shock
Annual core inflation in April hit a four-year low and stayed below the central bank's 2% target for a third straight month, as fuel and education subsidies
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
RBA to raise cash rate to 4.35% on May 5 and growing minority of economists expect further rise: Reuters poll
The Reserve Bank of Australia will raise its cash rate by 25 basis points for a third straight meeting on May 5, taking it to 4.35%, according to a
May 01, 2026
Australia|Business|Economy|Travel|World
Australia's Qantas extends schedule changes, cuts local capacity through September
Australia's Qantas Airways extended its schedule adjustments across its international and domestic networks through September on Friday, citing Middle East tensions, elevated fuel
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Irish manufacturers see steepest rise in costs since 2022
Irish manufacturing activity grew at the fastest pace in four years in April, but firms also faced their sharpest rise in input costs since September 2022 on the back of the
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Shut out from the US, the world’s largest EV maker still thinks it can stay on top
Shut out from the US, the world’s largest EV maker still thinks it can stay on top
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports|World
Investment group comes forward to buy the Vancouver Whitecaps and move team to Las Vegas
An investment group has come forward to buy the Vancouver Whitecaps and relocate the Major League Soccer club to Las Vegas
May 01, 2026
World
Palestinian and Israeli soccer officials refuse to shake hands at FIFA Congress
Palestine Football Association President Jibril Rajoub refused to shake hands with Basim Sheikh Suliman, the vice president of Israel’s soccer governing body, during a tense moment at the FIFA Congress on Thursday
May 01, 2026
Economy|Political|Travel|World
‘A big opportunity for the country’: First commercial flight from US lands in Venezuela after nearly 7 years
‘A big opportunity for the country’: First commercial flight from US lands in Venezuela after nearly 7 years
April 30, 2026
Crime|Technology|World
Chinese hackers vulnerable to US arrest if they travel, FBI official says
The Chinese government’s hiring of hackers has “gotten out of control” and provides cyber criminals with “a form of plausible deniability,” a senior FBI official said
May 01, 2026
Economy|Election|Political|US|World
Louisiana delays US House primary to draw new map after Supreme Court ruling
Republican Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry on Thursday suspended the state's May 16 congressional primary election just two days before early voting was set to begin,
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Trading Day: AI glow brightens, Japan intervenes
U.S. stocks surged on Thursday to close a remarkable month on a high as strong tech earnings and investment figures suggested that the AI boom
May 01, 2026
Political|World
Pivotal US-Iran war deadline approaches with no end in sight for conflict
U.S.
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Trump, Secret Service director say agent at dinner not shot by friendly fire
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Soccer-Palestinian FA chief hits out at Israeli federation VP at FIFA Congress
Palestinian soccer federation President Jibril Rajoub refused to stand alongside Israel FA Vice-President Basim Sheikh Suliman in a heated moment at
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Gallagher's profit jumps on AssuredPartners buy, commissions and fees growth
Arthur J.
May 01, 2026
World
Brazil’s Lula plans new nomination to Supreme Court after historic defeat, sources say
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva plans to soon submit a new nomination to the Senate
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump lifts tariffs on UK whisky to toast departing King Charles
U.S.
May 01, 2026
World
US judge rejects Trump administration's halt on immigration applications
A federal judge on Thursday ruled that policies that make it harder for people from countries on President Donald Trump's travel ban list to get green
May 01, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
Weaver says losing is weighing on Mets, who find season suffocating after 17th loss in 20 games
Luke Weaver thinks losing is weighing on the Mets and New York is being suffocated by its poor play
May 01, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Iran’s supreme leader vows to protect nuclear and missile capabilities
Iran's supreme leader says the Islamic Republic will protect its nuclear and missile capabilities as a national asset
April 30, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Sports|World
LIV Golf isn't the only sports property being reconsidered in Saudi reboot of investment strategy
The billionaires in Saudi Arabia are pulling the plug on LIV Golf
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
FEMA workers who sounded alarm over nation's disaster preparedness reinstated after 8 months
Fourteen FEMA employees who signed a public letter criticizing the nation's disaster preparedness have been reinstated after eight months on paid leave
May 01, 2026
Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World
Nearly 1,000 Ridglan Farms beagles to be transferred to rescue group
Nearly 1,000 Ridglan Farms beagles to be transferred to rescue group
May 01, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Trump threatens to pull some US troops from Germany, Italy and Spain amid spat over Iran war
Trump threatens to pull some US troops from Germany, Italy and Spain amid spat over Iran war
April 30, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|World
The Onion's bid to take over Alex Jones' Infowars is in limbo as new court battles emerge
The Onion's plan to transform Alex Jones' Infowars platforms into parody sites are in limbo again
May 01, 2026
Business|Finance|Sports|World
Cameron Young makes big putts to take early lead at Cadillac Championship in tour's Doral return
Cameron Young made, by his own count, about a billion feet worth of putts
May 01, 2026
Europe|World
Wreckage of a US Coast Guard ship lost during WWI has been found off the coast of England
The wreckage of a U.S. Coast Guard ship lost in a deadly attack more than a century ago, during World War I, was been discovered off the coast of England
May 01, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Soccer-'They are not representing Iran': Protesters urge FIFA to ban Iran from World Cup
Iran's soccer team represents the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), not the people of Iran, and FIFA should ban the team from participating in
May 01, 2026
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World
Man accused of disposing woman's body in Hyde Park changes mind in middle of plea hearing, stunning victim's family
Man accused of disposing woman's body in Hyde Park changes mind in middle of plea hearing, stunning victim's family
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Trump gives go-ahead to major new Canada-US oil pipeline
President Donald Trump has granted a key approval to a major new pipeline that would move oil from Canada into the central U.S. The three-foot-wide Bridger Pipeline Expansion would carry up to 550,000 barrels of oil a day from the Canadian border with Montana down through eastern Montana and Wyoming, where it would link up with another pipeline
May 01, 2026
MidEast|Political|US|World
Trump congratulates Zaidi on his nomination to be next Iraqi prime minister
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
High oil prices due to the Iran war weigh on everything from the gas pump to consumer goods
As the Iran war enters its third month, consumers are paying for its disruption of worldwide energy production
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Trump signs order authorizing oil pipeline project partially reviving Keystone XL
U.S.
May 01, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
US Senate bans its members, staff from betting in prediction markets
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World
Israel seizes Gaza aid ships in international waters, organisers decry move
Israel has seized aid ships bound for Gaza in international waters near Greece, flotilla organisers said on Thursday, decrying the move as an "escalation of Israel's
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Insurer AIG's quarterly profit surges on steep fall in catastrophe losses
Insurer AIG posted a sharp rise in quarterly adjusted profit on Thursday, driven by strong underwriting and a steep decline in catastrophe-related losses from a year earlier when
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Mexico holds growth forecast despite recent slowdown, lifts inflation view
Mexico's finance ministry on Thursday kept its 2026 economic growth forecast unchanged, maintaining a relatively upbeat stance even after preliminary data showed the
May 01, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Trump says 'probably' when asked if he might pull US troops out of Italy, Spain
President Donald Trump on Thursday said "probably" when asked whether he would consider pulling U.S. troops out of Italy and Spain, a day after
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Panama president says port caught in US-China dispute
Panama President Jose Raul Mulino said his country maintains a positive relationship with China despite being caught up in a dispute between the Asian
May 01, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World
Bonds, stocks climb on oil's pullback; yen jumps after Japan's currency intervention
Global bond prices and stocks rose on Thursday as oil prices retreated from four-year highs, while the yen jumped after
April 30, 2026
Health|Political|Science|US|World
Trump names Nicole Saphier as Surgeon General pick, withdraws Means
U.S. President Donald Trump named radiologist and Fox News contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier as his pick for U.S.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
China, US economic chiefs raise complaints in 'candid' call ahead of Trump-Xi summit
The top U.S. and Chinese economic officials held "candid" talks on Thursday ahead of a meeting set for May between President
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Ackman blames retail traders for fund's weak Wall Street debut
Billionaire Bill Ackman on Thursday blamed retail investors for the roughly 18% drop in his newly listed closed-end fund's stock price a day earlier,
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|US|World
US House passes farm bill after scrapping pesticide language opposed by MAHA
The U.S.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Woodside struggles to sell LNG volumes at Louisiana LNG plant, sources say
Australia's Woodside Energy is struggling to sell liquefied natural gas volumes from its planned Louisiana LNG export
May 01, 2026
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|World
Camp Mystic halts plan to reopen this summer
Camp Mystic, the Texas summer camp where dozens of people died during July flooding, said on Thursday that it has decided to not open this summer after previously
May 01, 2026
Europe|Political|Travel|World
After charming Trump, King Charles gets Appalachian welcome then heads to Bermuda
Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla wrapped up their four-day state visit to the U.S. on Thursday
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World
Trump says he's lifting certain tariffs on Scotch whisky after royal visit
President Donald Trump says he's removing certain tariffs on Scotch whisky after this week’s White House visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom
May 01, 2026
Asia|Interview|Sports|World
Afghan women allowed to compete as national football side
The vice captain of Afghan Women United Fatima Yousufi says it's exciting to be part of a team that has a future and opens doors to the likes of the 2028 Olympics after this week's news that an official Afghanistan women's national football team will return to the international stag. She sits down with World Sport's Amanda Davies.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Congress approves short-term extension of divisive US surveillance program hours before expiration
Congress gave approval to a short-term extension of a key U.S. surveillance program as they continue to work toward a long-term deal
May 01, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World
F1 returns at Miami after a 5-week break as FIA rolls out rule changes
Formula 1 returns to action at the Miami Grand Prix following an unexpected five-week break when a pair of races in the Middle East were called off because of the war in Iran
May 01, 2026
Crime|US|Videos|World
Memorials for fallen first responders and veterans vandalized
Memorials for fallen first responders and veterans vandalized
May 01, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World
UK raises national terror threat level after the stabbing of 2 Jewish men
The British government has declared antisemitism in the U.K. an emergency and announced plans to spend millions on increasing security around Jewish sites
April 30, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Takeaways from Hegseth's first hearings in Congress since the start of Iran war
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has appeared before Congress at a pair of hearings this week for the first time since the Trump administration started the Iran war
April 30, 2026
Economy|Political|World
US hits Congo's former president with sanctions over support for rebels
The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on former Congolese President Joseph Kabila for his alleged role in funding and providing political support to rebel groups operating in the east of his country
May 01, 2026
Arts|Europe|World
The Venice Biennale jury resigns amid tensions over awards ban, Russian participation
The international jury of the Venice Biennale has resigned
April 30, 2026
Economy|Sports|World
Gianni Infantino affirms at the FIFA Congress that Iran will participate in the World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino opened his address at the FIFA Congress by affirming that Iran will participate in the World Cup and that the team will play in the United States despite the conflict between the two nations
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
US stocks rally to the finish of their best month since 2020, even as oil prices whipsaw
The U
April 30, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Trump gives his blessing to Iraq's new pick for prime minister and invites al-Zaidi to Washington
U.S. President Donald Trump has called Iraq’s new prime minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi and invited him to visit Washington once he forms a government
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Congress votes to reopen key parts of DHS, after House GOP caves on ICE funding
CNN's Manu Raju joins Boris Sanchez and Brianna Keilar live from Capitol Hill on Congress voting to reopen key parts of the Department of Homeland Security - including the Transportation Security Administration - after weeks of GOP infighting that prolonged a record shutdown of the critical agency.
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|World
Louisiana delays US House primaries after Supreme Court ruling but lets other races go forward
Louisiana delays US House primaries after Supreme Court ruling but lets other races go forward
April 30, 2026
Africa|Political|World
Lebanon's internal splits over talks with Israel trip up Saudi mediation efforts
A growing rift among top Lebanese officials has thrown a wrench into Saudi efforts to help Lebanon's leaders
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years lands in Caracas
The first direct commercial flight between the United States and Venezuela has arrived in the Venezuelan capital Caracas
April 30, 2026
Business|Health|Science|Technology|World
US FDA proposes curbs on mass compounding of Novo, Lilly's weight-loss drugs
The U.S.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
US consumer finance watchdog narrows Biden-era anti-discrimination rule on small business lending
The U.S.
April 30, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|World
Russian city faces toxic aftermath of refinery attack
Residents of the Russian port city of Tuapse were ordered not to drink tap water and schools remained closed on Thursday, as authorities grappled with the aftermath of the third
April 30, 2026
Business|Political|Travel|World
US resumes commercial passenger air service to Venezuela after seven years
U.S. passenger air service to Venezuela resumed on Thursday morning after seven years, with an American Airlines flight
April 30, 2026
Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World
US imposes sanctions on former Congo President Joseph Kabila
The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Wall Street ends higher, S&P 500, Nasdaq notch biggest monthly gains in years
U.S. stocks advanced on Thursday and the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq logged their biggest monthly gains in years as solid corporate earnings
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Unorthodox leadership change at the Fed: Warsh on deck while Powell remains
President Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, has said he wants to bring “regime change” to the central bank, but if confirmed by the Senate he will find a Fed already transformed by the White House’s attacks
May 01, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Brazil Congress overturns Lula veto on bill cutting Bolsonaro coup sentence
Brazil's Congress on Thursday overturned President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's veto on a bill sharply reducing former President Jair Bolsonaro's 27-year prison sentence
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|World
A Trump order aims to help more people get retirement savings plans in time for a new federal match
An order signed by President Donald Trump calls for a new government website where people in the United States can find and compare private-sector retirement savings accounts
April 30, 2026
Crime|Education|Lifestyle|World
Sheriff's Office: 10-year-old driver arrested after crashing stolen car with 12-year-old passenger
Sheriff's Office: 10-year-old driver arrested after crashing stolen car with 12-year-old passenger
May 01, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Kurdish militant official says Turkey has stalled peace talks, blaming a lack of reforms
A top Kurdish militant commander says Turkey has effectively "frozen" a peace initiative with the Kurdistan Workers’ Party or PKK
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
The last time Trump bought an airline, it didn’t end well. Now, budget carriers are asking him for help
The last time Trump bought an airline, it didn’t end well. Now, budget carriers are asking him for help
May 01, 2026
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World
Seasonal Santa Claus among 19 suspects arrested in child sex abuse sting, Florida officials say
Seasonal Santa Claus among 19 suspects arrested in child sex abuse sting, Florida officials say
May 01, 2026
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
Senate bans its own members and staff from betting in prediction markets
The Senate has approved a bipartisan resolution to prevent its members from using prediction markets
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Brent oil prices surge above $125 after setting new wartime high
Brent crude oil prices, the global benchmark, surged above $125 per barrel on Thursday morning, as President Donald Trump mulls an extended blockade of Iranian ports. Kristie Lu Stout reports.
April 30, 2026
Health|Political|Science|US|World
Trump pulls controversial surgeon general pick and makes third nomination for the role
Trump pulls controversial surgeon general pick and makes third nomination for the role
May 01, 2026
Political|Technology|World
FISA: What to know about the government’s key spy powers that Congress just extended
FISA: What to know about the government’s key spy powers that Congress just extended
May 01, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Canadian official backs up report that Iranian soccer chief was denied entry for FIFA event
Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says it is her “understanding” that Iranian soccer officials were denied entry into her country ahead of the FIFA Congress meeting in Vancouver just weeks before the start of the World Cup
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Parents of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman shot dead in Chicago vow to "get justice" as suspect pleads not guilty
Parents of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman shot dead in Chicago vow to "get justice" as suspect pleads not guilty
May 01, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
‘Visibly Jewish’ people are ‘not safe’ in Britain, chief rabbi says after stabbing attack
‘Visibly Jewish’ people are ‘not safe’ in Britain, chief rabbi says after stabbing attack
April 30, 2026
Crime|Health|World
Amnesty urges Nigeria to investigate deaths in army-run camp, military says report baseless
Amnesty International called on Nigeria to investigate reports that at least 150 people, most of them children
April 30, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
UK raises terrorism threat level after stabbings as Starmer says Jews are scared
Britain raised its national terrorism threat level to "severe" from "substantial" on Thursday, a day after an antisemitic stabbing
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Mexico's Sheinbaum says proof needed after US charges Sinaloa governor for cartel ties
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Thursday that unless the U.S. government presents "clear evidence" linking Sinaloa
April 30, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Uganda court sentences man to death for killing four young children at nursery school
A Ugandan court sentenced a man to death on Thursday for killing four young children this month at a nursery school, in an attack that sparked public outrage and concern
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Japan steps into FX market for first time in two years to boost yen, sources say
Japan intervened to prop up the yen against the U.S. dollar on Thursday, its first official currency action in nearly
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Oil retreats after hitting four-year high on concern of US-Iran war escalation
Global oil prices eased after hitting a four-year high of more than $126 a barrel earlier on Thursday on concerns the U.S.-Iran war could lead to a
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Chicago grain futures fall on oil retreat, improved US weather outlook
By P.J.
April 30, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|World
Illinois commission recommends local prosecutors investigate federal agents in immigration blitz
An independent commission created by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker in the wake of an aggressive immigration crackdown in the Chicago area last year has
April 30, 2026
Business|Political|US|World
US House passes DHS funding bill in voice vote
The Republican-controlled U.S.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Food|World
KFC China grows on delivery boom but faces tighter margins
An explosion of food deliveries is reshaping KFC China, the country’s largest restaurant brand, boosting sales but squeezing margins.
April 30, 2026
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel|World
101-year-old WWII veteran takes flight, revisiting war and a lifetime of memories
101-year-old WWII veteran takes flight, revisiting war and a lifetime of memories
May 01, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Bangladesh seals Boeing jet deal, shifts from Airbus
Bangladesh signed a deal on Thursday to buy 14 aircraft from U.S. planemaker Boeing, officials said, a move that marks a shift away from Europe's Airbus amid trade pressure
April 30, 2026
Arts|Europe|World
Venice Biennale thrown into fresh turmoil as art jury resigns
The entire jury of the Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition has resigned, organisers said on Thursday, a week after the panel announced it would
April 30, 2026
Business|Sports|World
Horse racing in Japan is on the rise. A Kentucky Derby winner could be next
While horse racing grapples with an uncertain future in many parts of the U.S., the sport is thriving in Japan with millions of dollars being poured into everything from breeding to training
April 30, 2026
Africa|Political|World
Mali holds funeral for key junta figure killed in militant assaults
Mali's former defense minister Gen. Sadio Camara, who played a key role in the country's shift toward Russia, was buried in a ceremony broadcast on state television
April 30, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Sheinbaum says Mexico will investigate US indictment alleging Sinaloa Cartel ties
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says she won't let the U.S. meddle in the country's affairs
April 30, 2026
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King Charles III boosts his charity fundraiser with first appearance at gala joined by Lionel Richie
King Charles III has given his own charity a lift
April 30, 2026
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Tax refunds and AI boom have offset some US economic pain from Iran war and high gas prices, so far
Americans are paying for the war in Iran with every visit to the gas station, but some of the damage to the U.S. economy is being offset — for now anyway — by big tax refunds and an investment boom driven by artificial intelligence
April 30, 2026
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Man accused in Trump assassination attempt agrees to remain in custody
The man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a black-tie press gala in Washington agreed on Thursday to remain in custody while his case moves forward.
April 30, 2026
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Afghan refugees stranded at Pakistan border amid renewed fighting
Saleha Bibi, 40, was one of hundreds of Afghan refugees waiting at the Pakistani border on Thursday to be repatriated to Afghanistan - a
April 30, 2026
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Paraguay president to visit Taiwan in May amid China pressure
Paraguayan President Santiago Pena will travel to Taiwan from May 7 for a state visit aimed at deepening diplomatic and economic ties, his office and Taiwanese
April 30, 2026
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ConocoPhillips trims production outlook as Iran war disrupts Qatar LNG operations
ConocoPhillips on Thursday forecast lower annual output after the shale producer excluded Qatar from its near-term outlook, citing disruption to its
April 30, 2026
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ArcelorMittal donates steel for Trump ballroom
ArcelorMittal said on Thursday it had donated steel for a White House ballroom project backed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
April 30, 2026
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Big central banks say rate hikes are getting closer
Major central banks left interest rates unchanged this week but warned that they could raise them soon to prevent a jump in energy
April 30, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Media organizations call on Israel to allow foreign reporters independent access to Gaza
Leaders of major media companies are urging Israel to lift a ban preventing foreign journalists from independently entering Gaza
April 30, 2026
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Trump again criticizes Germany's Merz, tells him to stop interfering over Iran
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April 30, 2026
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Repsol is in no rush to list upstream unit in US, CEO says
Spain's Repsol is in no rush to list its oil and gas production unit in the United States, Chief Executive Josu Jon Imaz
April 30, 2026
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ECB policymakers see first of several rate hikes in June, sources say
European Central Bank policymakers are likely to raise interest rates at least twice, starting at their next meeting in June, unless a favourable resolution to the Iran
April 30, 2026
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Stagflation describes the 1970s, not today's economy, Lagarde says
The euro zone economy isn't facing stagflation even as growth and inflation risks intensify, European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde said on
April 30, 2026
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Shaken, not stirred: Tequila giant Becle's stock recovers after US shakeup hits profits
Becle, the world's largest tequila maker, edged back into the black on Thursday after its stock took an early morning battering following first-
April 30, 2026
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Payment networks spotlight spending resilience with upbeat quarter
Mastercard joined Visa and American Express in posting a quarterly profit beat on Thursday, highlighting spending resilience as well as allaying fears of a
April 30, 2026
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Annual US inflation posts biggest gain in nearly three years in March
U.S. inflation accelerated in March as the Iran war raised gasoline prices, bolstering financial market expectations that the Federal Reserve could keep interest rates
April 30, 2026
Environment|Europe|Health|Political|World
Israeli forces intercept Gaza aid flotilla and plans to drop off activists in Greece
Activists attempting to break Israel’s maritime blockade of Gaza say Israeli forces have intercepted their flotilla near the southern Greek island of Crete
April 30, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
Maine Governor Janet Mills drops US Senate bid to unseat Republican Susan Collins
Maine Governor Janet Mills, a fierce critic of President Donald Trump, dropped her bid to unseat Republican U.S.
April 30, 2026
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AI-related investment, rebound in government spending lift US economy in first quarter
U.S. economic growth regained speed in the first quarter as businesses boosted investment in artificial intelligence and government spending
April 30, 2026
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China's foreign minister tells Rubio Taiwan is 'biggest risk' in ties
China and the U.S. should prepare for "important high-level exchanges", Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in a call with U.S.
April 30, 2026
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Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi to be moved to house arrest, state media says
Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi is to be moved to house arrest, state media reported on Thursday, more than five years after the military ousted the civilian
April 30, 2026
Health|Political|Science|US|World
Trump administration appeals court order in effort to cut vaccine recommendations for kids
The Trump administration is appealing a judge’s order as it tries to cut the number of vaccines recommended for every child in the United States
April 30, 2026
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UN's Guterres says money owed by US is 'non-negotiable'
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Thursday that the billions of dollars the United States owes to the world body is "non-negotiable," after reports that
April 30, 2026
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Bombardier tops profit estimates on higher private jet usage, repair demand
Bombardier on Thursday beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit, lifted by strong demand for repair and maintenance
April 30, 2026
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Traders temper euro zone rate hike bets as ECB grapples with Iran war impact
Traders on Thursday slightly tempered their bets that the European Central Bank will hike interest rates three times this year, after
April 30, 2026
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Trump administration weighing measures to soon increase US oil output, Hassett says
The Trump administration is talking to oil companies and considering measures to increase production in the United States "really soon" to ease the impact of the Iran
April 30, 2026
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BREAKINGVIEWS-Meta's fall shows punters crave clearer AI payoff
By Karen Kwok NEW YORK, April 30 (Reuters Breakingviews) - Shares fell 10% despite strong revenue growth and signs technology is boosting ad sales.
April 30, 2026
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Georg Baselitz, the German painter who turned postwar art upside down, dies at 88
Georg Baselitz liked to insist — sometimes as a taunt, sometimes as a shield — that he did not know how to paint. That he had "no talent".
April 30, 2026
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Germany faces a fresh Trump threat to cut US troop numbers. The Europeans are used to it
U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed an old threat that Washington could reduce its military presence in Germany
April 30, 2026
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Lawyers for suspected gunman at press dinner agree to keeping him in jail before trial
Lawyers for suspected gunman at press dinner agree to keeping him in jail before trial
April 30, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Royals boost Dutch military volunteers as Europe looks to ramp up troop numbers
The Dutch military is looking to more than double the number of volunteer reservists in its ranks as it boosts recruitment to tackle new threats
April 30, 2026
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Ship allegedly carrying stolen Ukrainian grain seen sailing away from Israel, after importer refuses to unload cargo
Ship allegedly carrying stolen Ukrainian grain seen sailing away from Israel, after importer refuses to unload cargo
April 30, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Vatican court deadline passes for prosecutors to deposit all evidence in financial trial
Vatican prosecutors have seemingly defied an appeals court order to turn over to the defense all the evidence gathered in the Vatican’s big financial trial
April 30, 2026
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Banksy confirms a new statue in central London of a man blinded by a flag is his work
Elusive street artist Banksy has claimed responsibility for a new sculpture in central London
April 30, 2026
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Key inflation gauge jumps to highest level in 3 years as Iran war spikes gas prices
A key inflation measure jumped in March as gas prices soared, the latest sign that the Iran war is pushing up the cost of living and delaying any interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve
April 30, 2026
Science|Technology|World
Hezbollah adopts a new weapon: Fiber-optic drones, used widely in the war in Ukraine
Hezbollah has introduced fiber-optic drones in its conflict with Israel
April 30, 2026
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Italy condemns 'unlawful' Israeli interception of Gaza aid flotilla
Italy condemns Israel's seizure of aid ships bound for Gaza and demands the immediate release of all Italians who have been "unlawfully detained," Prime Minister Giorgia
April 30, 2026
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Scared and angry British Jews demand more from government after knife attack
Scared, angry at the government, and wondering whether they need to
April 30, 2026
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Cigarette maker Altria gets a boost as Marlboro losses ease
Altria beat Wall Street expectations for first-quarter profit and revenue on Thursday, as the Marlboro-maker slowed market share losses and pushed further into discount cigarettes
April 30, 2026
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Mexico's economy contracts more than expected, recovery could hinge on World Cup
Mexico's economy contracted 0.8% in the first quarter from the previous three-month period, preliminary data showed on Thursday, an
April 30, 2026
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Rise in benefits lifts US labor costs in first quarter
Growth in U.S. labor costs increased slightly more than expected in the first quarter amid a jump in benefits, but wage growth was moderate against the backdrop of a
April 30, 2026
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Ukraine to seek clarity from US on Russian ceasefire proposal
Ukraine will seek clarification from U.S.
April 30, 2026
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Instant View: ECB leaves rates on hold against backdrop of Iran war uncertainty
The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged as expected on Thursday but signalled its rising concerns over soaring inflation, bolstering bets it would lift
April 30, 2026
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European shares log biggest monthly gains in over a year
European shares jumped more than 1% on Thursday and marked their biggest monthly gain in over a year, as investors were relieved by better-than-
April 30, 2026
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S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher as earnings optimism overshadows Middle East woes
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened higher on Thursday as investors drew comfort from strong earnings, even as fears about an escalation in the Middle East conflict deepened.
April 30, 2026
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Royal Caribbean sees cruise demand recover, but flags impact of higher fuel costs
Royal Caribbean said on Thursday bookings for its luxury Mediterranean cruises have bounced back after about a month of disruption from the Iran war,
April 30, 2026
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US growth picks up; PCE inflation is higher but in line with expectations
U.S. economic growth picked up in the first quarter on a rebound in government spending, but the increase is likely temporary as the war with Iran drives up gasoline
April 30, 2026
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Bank of England holds rates, warns of inflation threat from Iran war
The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold on Thursday and set out a range of possible economic impacts from
April 30, 2026
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US visa fallout takes center stage in Antigua's election
Voters head to the polls on Thursday in Antigua and Barbuda in a snap general election dominated by concerns over U.S. visa restrictions, with
April 30, 2026
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ECB keeps rates unchanged but June hike firmly on table
The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged as expected on Thursday but extensively debated a hike to combat soaring
April 30, 2026
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Russia says OPEC+ will continue after UAE exit, no price war expected
Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Thursday that the OPEC+ group of leading oil producers would continue
April 30, 2026
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Kosovo acting president calls snap election for June 7
Kosovo's acting President Albulena Haxhiu called a snap election for June 7 on Thursday, after the parliament failed to elect a new president.
April 30, 2026
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Australia's home price growth hits lowest in over a year, led by falls in big cities
Australia's home prices rose at the slowest pace in over a year in April as higher borrowing costs and war in the Middle East pushed prices in Sydney and Melbourne into
April 30, 2026
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Vessel carrying grain Ukraine says stolen by Russia will not unload in Israel, Kyiv says
A vessel carrying grain that Ukraine says was stolen from areas occupied by Russia will not unload in Israel, Ukraine said on Thursday, after Kyiv requested Israel to
April 30, 2026
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Inflation hits 3% in Europe as Iran war spreads oil price shock
Soaring oil prices from the Iran war pushed inflation higher to 3% in Europe in April
April 30, 2026
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NYC Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond. Here's why the jewel is controversial.
NYC Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond. Here's why the jewel is controversial.
April 30, 2026
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Lindsey Vonn tells the AP she is not yet in position emotionally to decide if she will race again
Lindsey Vonn is still recovering physically and emotionally from her frightening crash at the Winter Olympics
April 30, 2026
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US military commanders to brief Trump on military options against Iran, US official says
Top U.S. military leaders including Admiral Brad Cooper, the head of Central Command, will brief President Donald Trump later on Thursday on potential military action
April 30, 2026
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LIV Golf has a new chairman and seeks new funding without Saudi backing
LIV Golf has a new chairman and a new strategy to move forward after Saudi Arabian funding ends after this year
April 30, 2026
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U.S. economy grew 2% from January-March, recovering from federal shutdown; Iran war clouds outlook
The U.S. economy accelerated at the start of 2026, expanding at a modest 2% pace from January through March after recovering from last fall’s 43-day federal government shutdown
April 30, 2026
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US economy showed solid growth in the first quarter as Iran war began
US economy showed solid growth in the first quarter as Iran war began
April 30, 2026
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Atlanta teens, advocates call for plan to prevent youth violence as summer approaches
Atlanta teens, advocates call for plan to prevent youth violence as summer approaches
April 30, 2026
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Zelenskyy says he's seeking details of Putin’s May 9 ceasefire proposal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he's seeking more details about a short-term ceasefire that Russia proposed to U.S. President Donald Trump
April 30, 2026
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Weekly US jobless claims fall to 189,000, lowest in more than 5 decades
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits tumbled to their lowest level more than 50 years last week despite a number of economic headwinds including the war in Iran
April 30, 2026
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Iranian economic collapse may come too late for Trump
By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowall DUBAI, April 30 - Weeks of conflict have aggravated Iran's dire economic problems, risking calamity after the war, but the Islamic Republic looks able to survive a
April 30, 2026
Environment|Health|World
Rats infest Gaza's tent camps, biting children and spreading disease
Rats and parasites are spreading through Gaza's tent camps for displaced Palestinians, biting children's fingers and toes as
April 30, 2026
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L3Harris lifts 2026 profit forecast on strong weapons demand
Defense supplier L3Harris Technologies lifted its 2026 profit forecast after beating first-quarter revenue estimates on Thursday, as it banks on strong demand from the Pentagon
April 30, 2026
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BoE's Bailey warns on uncertain second-round inflation effects from Middle East shock
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said policymakers were facing a difficult judgment call over second-round inflation effects from higher energy prices linked to the
April 30, 2026
Africa|Political|World
South African municipal elections set for November 4, president says
South Africa will hold its next municipal elections on November 4, President Cyril Ramaphosa said in a post on X.
April 30, 2026
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QUOTES-Bank of England policymakers set out views on rates outlook in minutes of April meeting
The Bank of England left interest rates on hold for the third meeting in a row and policymakers were divided on where borrowing costs are likely to head as it gauges the
April 30, 2026
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FACTBOX-Bank of England forecast scenarios for April 2026
Due to uncertainty caused by the Iran war, the Bank of England moved away from a single economic forecast in its April 2026 Monetary Policy Report and instead produced
April 30, 2026
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Carmakers bank on $2.3 billion in future tariff refunds, risking Trump's ire
Some automakers this week got a first-quarter profit boost – at least on paper - from future refunds of tariff payments
April 30, 2026
Africa|Political|World
Kremlin says Russian forces will stay in Mali as insurgents press attacks
The Kremlin said on Thursday that Russian forces would stay in Mali to help the military-led government battle insurgents as West Africa's al Qaeda affiliate
April 30, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Banks in Asia brace for complex cyber threats from frontier AI
Banks across Asia, including those in Singapore - among the region's largest - are tightening checks on artificial
April 30, 2026
Economy|World
Bank of England Governor speaks after holding rates, spelling out inflation risks
The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold at 3.75% on Thursday and set out scenarios for the economic impact of the Iran war, one of which could require a "forceful"
April 30, 2026
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ECB keeps rates on hold and warns about Iran war hit
The European Central Bank kept interest rates on hold on Thursday and warned that the war in Iran was fuelling an energy-led rise in euro zone inflation while taking a
April 30, 2026
Asia|Political|World
China holds naval, air patrols near Scarborough Shoal as Philippines, US stage drills
China's military said on
April 30, 2026
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Wife of Spain's PM Sanchez files assault complaint against far-right influencer
The wife of Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has filed a legal complaint against a far-right political campaigner and social media influencer for alleged assault on
April 30, 2026
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Stellantis CEO says Leapmotor venture a model for future China partnerships
Stellantis has a mutually rewarding partnership with China's Leapmotor which can be a model for future cooperation with other Chinese automakers, CEO Antonio Filosa said on
April 30, 2026
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US railroads Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern seek approval for $85 billion merger
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern on Thursday submitted a revised merger application with the Surface Transportation Board, seeking approval of an
April 30, 2026
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Under pressure to cut back, Volkswagen weighs Chinese models for Europe
Volkswagen could begin building its China-specific models in Europe for sale to local markets, or share plants on the continent with Chinese partners, CEO
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
‘Oil is literally falling from the sky’: Russian town fears environmental disaster after Ukrainian drone strikes on refinery
‘Oil is literally falling from the sky’: Russian town fears environmental disaster after Ukrainian drone strikes on refinery
April 30, 2026
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Instant View: Japan's yen surges, as Tokyo issues strong intervention warning
The Japanese yen surged on Thursday, following stark warnings from Tokyo officials, including the finance minister, that intervention to prop up the currency could be
April 30, 2026
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US weekly jobless claims decrease as labor market conditions remain stable
The number of Americans filing claims for jobless benefits dropped last week, and the unemployment rate appears to have held steady in April as the labor market
April 30, 2026
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Kevin Warsh wanted a family fight at the Fed. Oil has provided the spark
Kevin Warsh says he wants a vigorous family fight about monetary policy at the U.S. Federal Reserve when he takes over as chair.
April 30, 2026
Business|Education|Entertainment|Technology|World
Roblox to require facial scans for children under 16 in Indonesia due to new social media rules
Roblox, a gaming platform popular with kids, says kids under 16 in Indonesia must undergo facial scans to verify their age
April 30, 2026
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Bank of England joins other central banks in freezing rate cuts as Iran war upends global economy
The Bank of England is keeping its main interest rate on hold at 3.75% as policymakers assess the economic impact of the Iran war and Tehran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world’s crude passes
April 30, 2026
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The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces a second day of grilling from Democrats on Capitol Hill, with senators getting their first opportunity to confront or praise the Pentagon chief over his handling of the Iran war
April 30, 2026
Travel|World
The paradise island haunted by one of the bloodiest battles of World War II
The paradise island haunted by one of the bloodiest battles of World War II
April 30, 2026
Economy|Election|Finance|US|World
Supreme Court hollows out a landmark law that had protected minority voting rights for 6 decades
The Voting Rights Act over its six decades became one of the most consequential laws in the nation’s history, preventing discrimination against minorities at the ballot box and helping to elect thousands of Black and Hispanic representatives at all levels of government
April 30, 2026
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Russia's Medvedev questions US suitability to play role of conflict mediator
The United States is unlikely to serve as an effective mediator in international conflicts, given its actions on the global stage, senior Russian security official Dmitry Medvedev
April 30, 2026
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Italy March jobless rate falls to 5.2% but 12,000 jobs lost
Italy's unemployment rate fell to 5.2% in March but a net 12,000 jobs were lost during the month, national statistics bureau ISTAT reported on Thursday.
April 30, 2026
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Despite change atop the Fed, investor hopes for rate cuts hit hurdles
Investors are turning the page to a newly led U.S.
April 30, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
US Supreme Court under Roberts takes 'wrecking ball' to Voting Rights Act
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 has often been called the crown jewel of the U.S. civil rights movement. But under a U.S.
April 30, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Russian drones strike Ukraine's Odesa overnight, wounding 18, officials say
Russian drones attacked Ukraine's southern city of Odesa overnight, for the second time this week, wounding at least 18 people and damaging residential buildings, officials said
April 30, 2026
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US banks left guessing over scope of looming order on citizenship data
U.S. banks say they are largely in the dark about an expected White House order requiring them to collect data on
April 30, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Asia's bond markets shake off war angst with record local issuance
The Middle East war has not slowed Asia's local currency bond markets, with Hong Kong and Australian dollar issuance hitting
April 30, 2026
Australia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Australian banks warned frontier AI could create larger, faster cyber attacks
Australia's financial system regulator said on Thursday the country's banks were not keeping pace with AI industry developments, warning frontier AI
April 30, 2026
Crime|Europe|Travel|World
People rescued after bus falls into river Seine near Paris
A bus fell into the river Seine near Paris on Thursday, officials said, adding that the four people on board - the driver, her tutor and two passengers - had been rescued
April 30, 2026
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Canada says it will host new multilateral defence bank, could take time to set up
Canada is set to host a proposed multilateral defence bank designed to help fund the rearmament of nations facing heightened geopolitical risks, Prime
April 30, 2026
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Pakistan navy to add advanced Chinese submarines
Pakistan's Navy will be getting a fleet of advanced Chinese submarines, a statement from the military and a government official said on Thursday, a move
April 30, 2026
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World
Man, machine and AI combine in battle to clear Ukraine of mines and shells
Near the village of Myrotske in
April 30, 2026
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Chinese software maker gets rare approval for Nasdaq listing in boon for 'red-chip' firms
A rare regulatory nod for a Chinese company to seek a Nasdaq listing has been deemed extra special as the software maker is not incorporated on the mainland,
April 30, 2026
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Portugal's quarterly GDP growth fizzles out after storms
Portugal's economy stagnated in the first quarter compared to the previous three-month period, when it expanded 0.9%, official data showed on Thursday, after severe storms
April 30, 2026
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Italy EU-harmonised CPI jumps to 2.9% y/y in April, above forecast
Italian EU-harmonised consumer prices (HICP) rose by 1.7% in April from the month before, with the annual inflation rate surging to 2.9% from 1.6% in March amid increasing
April 30, 2026
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World
Ukraine's army chief shakes up troop rotations after outcry
Ukraine's top general ordered on Thursday a mandatory two-month time limit for front-line troops serving in forward positions, a week after photos of
April 30, 2026
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Switzerland probes alleged pacts to avoid keyword bidding on Google and Bing
Switzerland's competition commission has opened an investigation into suspected anti-competitive pacts in which travel companies and online casinos agreed not to bid
April 30, 2026
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Vessel carrying grain Ukraine says was stolen will not unload in Israel, Kyiv says
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said that a vessel carrying grain that Kyiv says was stolen from its territories occupied by Russia would not unload its cargo in Israel,
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|World
EU kickstarts Mercosur pact to counter US trade hit
The European Union and South American bloc Mercosur will implement on Friday a contentious free trade agreement that the EU in
April 30, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Iran's North American diaspora split over next steps after Trump's ceasefire
With fighting between the United States, Israel and Iran at a fragile standstill, Iran's large North American diaspora is divided over what should come next.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
China approved large exports of rare earth vital for US aerospace in March
China exported large quantities of a speciality rare earth used in aerospace and chipmaking to the U.S. in March, customs data showed, in a sign that
April 30, 2026
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Japan's ANA, JAL say Middle East war lifts fuel costs, no immediate supply issues
Japan's two biggest airlines, ANA Holdings and Japan Airlines (JAL), said on Thursday the Middle East conflict is keeping fuel costs elevated and the outlook uncertain.
April 30, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Lithuania should join US coalition in Strait of Hormuz, president says
Lithuania's President Gitanas Nauseda said he was supportive of his country joining the U.S. freedom of navigation mission in the Strait of Hormuz, adding that he would
April 30, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Israeli military tells residents of eight Lebanese towns outside 'buffer zone' to leave ahead of strikes
The Israeli military warned residents of eight Lebanese towns outside of the "buffer zone" to leave their homes immediately on Thursday ahead of strikes.
April 30, 2026
Europe|World
Some 287 nominated for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, Trump likely among them
Some 287 candidates will be considered for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, the secretary of the Norwegian Nobel Committee said on
April 30, 2026
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Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says new management of Strait of Hormuz 'will bring calm'
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in a published written message on Thursday that a new chapter for the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz has been taking shape since the
April 30, 2026
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Oil fear shrouds tech splurge
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Try as they might, it’s impossible for markets to ignore the
April 30, 2026
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Tunisia opposition leader Ghannouchi hospitalised after health deteriorates, party says
Imprisoned Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi has suffered a sharp deterioration in his health and has been urgently transferred from prison to hospital, his Ennahda
April 30, 2026
Asia|MidEast|Political|World
Japan's PM vows all diplomatic efforts to ensure passage of vessels through Hormuz
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Thursday that she will continue all diplomatic efforts to ensure the passage of all vessels though the Strait of Hormuz.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|World
EM stocks, FX fall on renewed Iran war risks, but set for monthly gains
Most emerging market stocks and currencies dipped on Thursday on concerns that the Iran war could escalate, sending oil prices soaring over 7%, while investors
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Oil briefly touches $126, its highest price in four years
Oil briefly touches $126, its highest price in four years
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports|World
LIV Golf is seeking new investment after losing Saudi funding at end of season
LIV Golf is seeking new investment after losing Saudi funding at end of season
April 30, 2026
Asia|Europe|World
Kim Jong Un praises soldier suicides, signals deepening role in Russia’s war
Kim Jong Un praises soldier suicides, signals deepening role in Russia’s war
April 30, 2026
Economy|Education|Political|US|World
John Roberts’ effort to gut the Voting Rights Act is complete
John Roberts’ effort to gut the Voting Rights Act is complete
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Inside the GOP’s barely functioning Congress
Inside the GOP’s barely functioning Congress
April 30, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World
White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting yields debates over security, new ballroom — but not guns
White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting yields debates over security, new ballroom — but not guns
April 30, 2026
Economy|Health|Political|US|World
A New Jersey Republican hasn’t voted in weeks, sparking questions over lengthy absence on Capitol Hill
A New Jersey Republican hasn’t voted in weeks, sparking questions over lengthy absence on Capitol Hill
April 30, 2026
Europe|World
Divers find wreck of US’ largest naval loss of World War I
Divers find wreck of US’ largest naval loss of World War I
April 30, 2026
World
Timeline of decades of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah
The ongoing war between Israel and Hezbollah is part of a long-standing conflict
April 10, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
China factory activity expands at quickest pace since late 2020, private PMI shows
China's manufacturing sector expanded in April at its fastest pace since the end of 2020, driven by stronger output and surging new orders, a private survey showed on
April 30, 2026
Business|Crime|US|World
New Orleans sheriff charged with criminal malfeasance in 2025 jailbreak
New Orleans Sheriff Susan Hutson and her chief financial officer were charged on Wednesday with criminal malfeasance, obstruction of justice and other charges
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
French economy flat in the first quarter, below forecasts -preliminary GDP
The French economy was flat in the first quarter of this year, slowing from the previous three months, as contributions from inventories were offset by a decline in contributions
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
White House quiet as China ramps up trade leverage before Trump-Xi summit
Beijing rolled out new trade rules this month that have alarmed U.S. businesses and which analysts say could seriously undercut American efforts to
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Apollo, Blackstone and KKR vie for Shell stake in LNG Canada, sources say
Apollo Global Management, Blackstone and KKR are battling it out to acquire a significant stake in the mammoth LNG Canada
April 30, 2026
Crime|Economy|Europe|World
Austria falling short in fight against money laundering, says global watchdog
Austria continues to fall short in its investigation and prosecution of money laundering despite facing a range of illicit finance threats as a gateway
April 30, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
China's top airlines swing to Q1 profit, fuel costs cloud outlook
China's top three state-owned airlines bounced back to profit in the first quarter, helped by robust demand during the Lunar New Year
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Morgan Stanley sees Fed holding rates steady in 2026
Morgan Stanley on Wednesday said it now expects the U.S.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
KKR explores $10 billion sale of spreads unit Flora, FT reports
KKR is exploring a sale of Flora Food Group, the spreads business it had carved out of Unilever in 2017, and is aiming to strike a deal at a valuation of $10 billion, the
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Stagflation risks stacking up as Iran war enters third month
Financial markets are finding it harder to look past the rising economic costs of the Iran war as the continued closure of
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Central bank hawks spook bonds, tech untroubled
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu Jerome Powell's parting gift as Fed Chair was a proper hawkish tilt - the U.S. central bank held interest rates steady but in the
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Brazil's Braskem elects Petrobras CEO as new chair
Shareholders of Brazilian petrochemical firm Braskem elected a new board of directors on Wednesday, naming state-run oil company Petrobras' CEO Magda Chambriard as
April 30, 2026
Americas|Europe|Political|US|World
Trump says the US is reviewing a potential reduction of its troops in Germany
President Donald Trump, who has criticized Germany and other NATO allies for not sending their navies to help open the Strait of
April 30, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Leader of Cambodia's defunct opposition loses appeal against treason conviction, lawyer says
A Cambodian appeals court on Thursday upheld a 27-year sentence for former opposition leader Kem Sokha for his treason conviction, his lawyer said, another blow to an
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US growth likely picked up in first quarter, but consumer spending probably cooled
U.S. economic growth likely accelerated in the first quarter on a rebound in government spending after a crippling government shutdown, but the
April 30, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Louisiana governor plans to suspend May primary to redraw US House map, Washington Post reports
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry told Republican House candidates on Wednesday that he planned to suspend next month’s primary elections to allow state lawmakers to pass a new
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|World
From surplus to strain: world rice supply threatened by Iran war, El Nino
Rice supply is expected to fall this year as farmers cut planting acreage across Asia because of fertiliser shortages
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
Samsung Electronics expects to win more customers for advanced logic chips
Samsung Electronics said on Thursday it expects to win more deals to manufacture logic chips using its advanced 2 nanometer process in the near future, adding it has been
April 30, 2026
Arts|Crime|World
New Zealand mosque shooter's bid to appeal convictions denied by court
New Zealand's Court of Appeal on Thursday denied convicted Christchurch mosque shooter Brenton Tarrant's bid to appeal his convictions, ruling his attempt to overturn
April 30, 2026
Australia|Crime|Political|World
Initial Australian inquiry into Bondi Beach shooting calls for counter-terrorism reforms
An interim report into last year's Bondi Beach mass shooting on Thursday advised increased security around Jewish public events and further gun reforms among
April 30, 2026
Asia|Technology|World
Taiwan activates backup communications for outlying island after undersea cable breaks
Taiwan has activated backup communications for its northernmost territory, the remote and strategically located island of Dongyin, after poor weather conditions apparently
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World
Saudi GDP growth slows to 2.8% in first quarter as Iran war weighs on economy
ABU DHABI, April 30 - Saudi Arabia's real gross domestic product grew 2.8% in the first quarter, year-on-year, preliminary government estimates showed on Thursday, slowing from 3.7% a year ago, as the
April 30, 2026
Africa|Political|World
South Sudan president fires foreign, trade ministers in latest government changes
South Sudan's President Salva Kiir fired his foreign and trade ministers and senior security officials, a decree on Wednesday said, the latest in a series of government
April 30, 2026
Crime|Science|Technology|World
Convicted former Harvard scientist rebuilds brain computer lab in China
An American scientist convicted of lying to U.S. authorities about payments from China while he was at Harvard University has rebuilt his research lab in
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
Prices of Nvidia's B300 server at $1 million in China on US curbs, sources say
Strong demand for AI computing equipment in China has nearly doubled prices for Nvidia's B300 servers to about 7 million yuan ($1
April 30, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
French preliminary inflation at 2.5% in April, above forecasts, as energy costs bite
French consumer prices rose more than expected in April, preliminary data from statistics agency INSEE showed on Thursday.
April 30, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Myanmar commutes ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi's sentence again, lawyer says
Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been given a further one-sixth reduction in her sentence as part of an amnesty, a member of her legal team said on Thursday,
April 30, 2026
Europe|Political|World
King's visit to US shows UK playing long game in fixing strained ties
King Charles' courting of President Donald Trump on his state visit will not repair the recent fraying of U.S.-British relations but
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Big funds bet billions on mining supercycle
Major fund managers are heralding a sustained rally in mining and metals as money floods into the sector at the fastest
April 30, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World
StanChart profit surges on Gulf bond issuance, books $190 million charge on Iran war
Standard Chartered on Thursday posted a better-than-expected 17% profit gain, buoyed in part as Gulf countries rushed to raise
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
DHL beats profit forecasts aided by cost and capacity management
German logistics giant DHL reported a higher-than-expected quarterly operating profit on Thursday, as capacity management and structural cost
April 30, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Food|Stock Markets|World
Remy breaks years of sales declines and still disappoints
Remy Cointreau reported positive annual sales on Thursday for the first time since 2023 but still fell short of forecasts, undermining CEO Franck Marilly's
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Dollar hits multi-week highs as oil surges, yen near 160
The dollar touched a new multi-week high on Thursday as fears of a further escalation in the Middle East lifted oil prices, while the Federal
April 30, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
German unemployment rises above 3 million mark in April
The number of unemployed people in Germany rose more than expected in April and surpassed the politically important 3 million mark in seasonally adjusted
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
BOJ warns inflation could rise well above target in risk scenario
The Bank of Japan is projecting core inflation hovering around 3%, well above its 2% target, for two years in a row under a risk scenario of elevated oil
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Travel|World
The death of a Lebanese village
In a parking lot strewn with rubbish near Beirut's Mediterranean coast, Hassan Yahya has taped a cardboard sign to a traffic signal pole beside the
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Global oil price retreats after hitting 4-year high on concern of US-Iran war escalation
Global oil prices retreated after hitting a four-year high of more than $126 a barrel on Thursday on concerns that the U.S.-Iran war could worsen and lead
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
US House approves outline for $70 billion more for immigration enforcement
The U.S.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Unilever to hike prices in 'small doses' as Iran war threatens to hit shoppers
Unilever said on Thursday it would raise prices to soften the hit from higher-than-expected costs driven by the Iran war, even as it reported
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Italy ekes out modest growth in Q1 as risks loom ahead
The Italian economy grew slightly more than expected in the first quarter from the previous three months, preliminary data showed on Thursday, with turmoil in the Middle
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
China's factory activity extends expansion, PMI shows, as Iran war risks mount
China's factory activity expanded for a second straight month in April, as manufacturers cranked up production to ship goods early to buyers worried the Iran war will
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
ArcelorMittal beats earnings forecasts as high steel prices offset demand hit
ArcelorMittal, the world's second-largest steelmaker, reported stronger-than-expected core earnings on Thursday, helped by higher steel prices and improved
April 30, 2026
Australia|Crime|World
Australian police find body in search for missing 5-year-old Indigenous girl
Australian police said on Thursday they have found a body believed to be that of a missing five-year-old Indigenous girl and were
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
German economy grows in Q1 but unemployment climbs above 3 million
Germany's economy grew by more than expected in the first quarter of 2026 despite the shock to energy prices from the war in Iran, but unemployment rose
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Euro zone economy barely grew in first quarter
The euro zone economy saw faint growth in the first quarter, a preliminary estimate showed on Thursday, offering the first snapshot of activity since the outbreak of
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Euro zone inflation soars further above ECB target on oil prices
Euro zone inflation surged further in April on soaring energy costs, Eurostat data showed on Thursday, adding to the case for interest rate hikes, even if benign
April 30, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World
Tariffs on digital displays could help avoid US military dependence on China, policy group says
Tariffs on digital displays used in TVs and smartphones could help prevent the U.S. military from becoming dependent on China for the critical
April 30, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
French teen charged in Singapore over a vending machine straw-licking video
A French teen faces charges in Singapore after posting a video of himself licking a straw from an orange juice vending machine and putting it back
April 30, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|US|World
Howden's short-handed goal gives Golden Knights 5-4 double-OT win over Mammoth and 3-2 series lead
Brett Howden scored a short-handed goal at 5:28 of the second overtime to give Vegas a 5-4 victory over the Utah Mammoth and put the Golden Knights one victory from winning the first-round series
April 30, 2026
Science|Technology|World
The AP Interview: Ukraine bets on battlefield AI as the race for weapons autonomy intensifies
Ukraine is accelerating the use of artificial intelligence to retain an edge on the battlefield, as the war with Russia enters a new technological phase
April 30, 2026
Australia|Crime|World
Inquiry into antisemitic attack that left 15 dead in Sydney recommends gun reform
A government inquiry into a rise in antisemitism across Australia before two gunmen believed to be inspired by the Islamic State group allegedly killed 15 people at a Sydney Jewish festival in December has recommended that authorities prioritize gun reform
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
The Black Caucus is the 'conscience of Congress.' Supreme Court ruling has it bracing for a big hit
Black members of Congress are bracing for a crippling shake-up of their ranks after a Supreme Court ruling gutted a key section of the Voting Rights Act that had protected minority communities in political redistricting and helped boost their representation
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
10 current and former Mexican officials accused in US indictment of aiding drug trafficking
The U.S. government has charged the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state and nine other current and former Mexican officials with drug trafficking and weapons offenses in a federal indictment
April 30, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World
Lightning on the brink of elimination after another home playoff loss
Another home loss in the playoffs has the Tampa Bay Lightning on the brink of an early vacation again
April 30, 2026
Sports|World
Cam York scores in OT as Flyers beat Penguins 1-0 in Game 6, reach Round 2
Cam York scored in overtime, sending the Philadelphia Flyers to the second round for the first time in six years
April 30, 2026
Crime|World
New Zealand court rejects appeal by mosque gunman to abandon his guilty pleas
New Zealand's Court of Appeal has rejected an attempt by Brenton Tarrant to withdraw his guilty pleas for the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks
April 30, 2026
Business|Sports|US|World
Cade Cunningham scores 45, Pistons beat Magic 116-109 in Game 5 to stave off elimination
Cade Cunningham scored a franchise playoff-record 45 points, including a step-back jumper with 32 seconds left, and the top-seeded Detroit Pistons beat the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic 116-109 in Game 5 of their first-round series to stave off elimination
April 30, 2026
Sports|Travel|World
Kenya gives a hero's welcome to marathon record breaker Sabastian Sawe
Kenyan marathon record-breaker Sabastian Sawe received a hero’s welcome home complete with a water cannon salute for the aircraft he was aboard
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Repairing damaged US military bases will add billions to Iran war cost, sources say
Repairing damaged US military bases will add billions to Iran war cost, sources say
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Orleans Parish sheriff and CFO indicted after last year’s jail escape of 10 Louisiana inmates
Orleans Parish sheriff and CFO indicted after last year’s jail escape of 10 Louisiana inmates
April 30, 2026
Political|World
New York Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor Diamond
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said on Wednesday he encourages Britain's King Charles to return the Koh-i-Noor Diamond, with his comments coming during the
April 30, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World
Brazilian authorities sue Cargill, JBS for labor abuses in their supply chains
Brazilian labor prosecutors have filed lawsuits against five firms over labor abuses in their supply chains, with grain trader Cargill and meatpacker JBS among
April 30, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Two Jewish men stabbed in London, police treat attack as terrorism
Two Jewish men were stabbed in north London on Wednesday by an attacker who ran down a street targeting Jews in what police said was a
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
BOJ locks in June rate hike in a risky bet that nothing gets worse
The Bank of Japan effectively committed to a June rate hike this week as it talked up the risks of an inflation overshoot, a gambit that rests on a shaky
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Food|World
Mexican tequila giant Becle's profits slump below forecasts on US drag
Mexico's Becle, the world's largest tequila maker, reported on Wednesday a 67% slump in its net profit during the first quarter, missing analyst
April 30, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
US seeks international help to reopen Strait of Hormuz as crude prices surge
The U.S. is pushing for other countries to form an international coalition to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz,
April 29, 2026
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Trump says he is weighing reducing American troop presence in Germany after Iran feud
President Donald Trump is leveling a new threat against NATO ally Germany by suggesting he could soon reduce the U.S. military presence there
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Trump administration sues New Jersey over law enforcement mask ban
The U.S.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
UK firms' worries about economy rise by most since 2020, Lloyds survey shows
British businesses' confidence about the economic outlook fell this month by the most since April 2020 although their assessment of their own prospects was less downbeat,
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
Bank of England set to hold rates as Iran war clouds outlook
The Bank of England looks set to keep interest rates on hold on Thursday as it awaits the economic fallout from the Iran war and investors will be on
April 30, 2026
Africa|Crime|Environment|World
Libya says 17 migrants perish at sea, nine missing feared dead
At least 17 migrants died and nine are missing after their boat broke down and drifted for eight days in the Mediterranean Sea, Libya's Red Crescent and Libyan security
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
White House official to visit Venezuela to meet energy, mining executives
U.S.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Senators propose legislation to tighten US ban on Chinese vehicles
Two U.S. senators on Wednesday introduced legislation to toughen a U.S. government ban on Chinese automakers from entering the American market, weeks before President
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Samsung chip profit jumps almost 50-fold; supply shortage to worsen in 2027
Samsung Electronics on Thursday reported record quarterly profit driven by a 49-fold jump in chip income, saying it expects a severe supply
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|US|World
US seeks new coalition to get ships moving again in Hormuz, internal cable says
President Donald Trump's administration is seeking the participation of other countries to form an international coalition to restore freedom of
April 30, 2026
Health|Science|World
Trump administration appeals judge's order upending Kennedy's vaccine policies
The Trump administration on Wednesday appealed a federal judge's ruling blocking key elements of Health Secretary Robert F.
April 30, 2026
Crime|Education|Lifestyle|US|World
Brown University shooting suspect driven by 'accumulation of grievances,' FBI says
The FBI said on Wednesday it had determined the suspected gunman behind December's fatal mass shooting at Brown University spent years planning the attack
April 30, 2026
Political|US|World
US court ruling clears Republican path to redraw House districts
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision weakening a landmark voting rights law opens the door for Republican lawmakers to dismantle Democratic-held U.S.
April 30, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Political|World
Brazil's Lula suffers heavy defeat as Senate rejects Supreme Court nominee
Brazil's Senate on Wednesday rejected the nomination of Solicitor General Jorge Messias for an open seat on the Supreme Court, making President Luiz
April 30, 2026
Business|Election|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Supreme Court weakens the Voting Rights Act and aids GOP efforts to control the House
The Supreme Court has weakened a landmark Civil Rights-era law that has increased minority representation in Congress and elsewhere
April 29, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World
Surprise fall in Japan's factory output as Iran war takes toll on petroleum-based products
Japan's factory output unexpectedly fell in March as production tumbled for a range of chemical and petroleum-based goods, data showed on
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
ASX names insider Darren Yip as interim CEO; shares rise
Australian bourse operator ASX said on Thursday it has appointed insider Darren Yip as its interim chief executive officer, effective May 29.
April 30, 2026
Europe|Political|Travel|World
King Charles III and Queen Camilla honor 9/11 victims on visit to New York
King Charles III and Queen Camilla have begun their trip to New York City with a visit to the National 9/11 Memorial, honoring victims of the 2001 attacks
April 29, 2026
Business|Education|Europe|World
King Charles III's charity celebrates 50 years of helping young people find work with a gala in NYC
While Charles and Queen Camilla made their first state visit to the U.S. since he became king, they also supported The King’s Trust as it celebrates its 50th anniversary
April 29, 2026
Crime|Travel|World
Trial set for Overland Park man accused of stabbing captain on Hawaii snorkel tour
Trial set for Overland Park man accused of stabbing captain on Hawaii snorkel tour
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Powell plans to remain on Fed board, cites legal actions by Trump administration
Jerome Powell plans to remain on the board of the Federal Reserve after his term as chair ends next month “for an undetermined period of time,” saying the “unprecedented” legal attacks by the Trump administration have put the independence of the nation’s central bank at risk
April 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Romanian man sentenced to 4 years in prison for swatting spree targeting dozens of US officials
A Romanian man has been sentenced to four years in prison for organizing a wave of swatting calls and bomb threats against dozens of U.S. government targets, including members of Congress, cabinet-level officials, federal judges and the heads of federal law-enforcement agencies
April 30, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Supreme Court ruling on race-based redistricting prompts quick action in some states
Several states already are taking steps to respond to a U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US charges governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state and 9 others with drug trafficking and weapons charges
US charges governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state and 9 others with drug trafficking and weapons charges
April 30, 2026
Europe|Political|Travel|World
Royals leave handwritten message of ‘enduring solidarity’ at New York’s 9/11 memorial
Royals leave handwritten message of ‘enduring solidarity’ at New York’s 9/11 memorial
April 30, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World
Potapova tops Pliskova in Madrid to become 1st 'lucky loser' in semifinals at a WTA 1000-level event
Anastasia Potapova has become the first ‘lucky loser’ to reach the semifinals of a WTA 1000 event
April 29, 2026
Election|Political|World
Brazil's Senate blocks Lula's Supreme Court nominee, first rejection in 132 years
Brazil’s Senate dealt a political blow to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Wednesday by rejecting his appointee to the Supreme Court, the first in more than 130 years
April 30, 2026
Crime|US|World
Legal filing raises questions about who shot Secret Service officer at press dinner
A U.S. government court filing on Wednesday raised questions about officials’ initial assertions that a gunman shot a Secret Service officer while allegedly
April 30, 2026
Business|Finance|World
House approves bill to extend divisive US surveillance program, but path forward uncertain
The Republican-controlled House gave approval to a three-year extension of a key U.S. surveillance program after weeks of infighting
April 30, 2026
Arts|Business|Political|World
Cultural groups urge federal judge to block Kennedy Center renovations
Cultural and historic preservation groups are urging a federal judge to block President Donald Trump from renovating the Kennedy Center
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|World
How the UAE's OPEC exit could affect its trade ties with Saudi Arabia
The United Arab Emirates' withdrawal from
January 08, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Wall Street ends mixed ahead of big tech earnings
Wall Street oscillated on Wednesday, as investors juggled spiking crude prices, the U.S.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Travel|US|World
US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home
US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home
April 30, 2026
Sports|World
Arsenal and Atletico exchange penalty goals in 1-1 draw in 1st leg of Champions League semifinals
Atletico Madrid and Arsenal have drawn 1-1 in the first leg of the Champions League semifinals
April 29, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US House votes to reauthorize domestic surveillance but Senate may balk
The U.S. government's effort to renew its warrantless domestic surveillance powers cleared the House of Representatives
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US economy 'quite resilient', should keep growing above 2%, Fed's Powell says
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said on Wednesday that the U.S. economy has been "quite resilient" in the face of the Iran war energy shock, and is likely to keep
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Powell era ends with rates on hold, Fed hawks on the rise and a vow to keep governor's seat warm
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell closed out eight years as head of the U.S. central bank on Wednesday with interest rates on hold
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World
The Latest: Trump rejects Iran’s latest proposal as Democrats confront Hegseth over war
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced nearly six hours of questioning Wednesday from House lawmakers for the first time since President Donald Trump’s administration launched the war against Iran
April 29, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
UN says Iran has executed 21, arrested over 4,000 since war started
Iran has executed at least 21 people since the start of the war with the United States and Israel two months ago and has arrested more than 4,000 on national security-related
April 30, 2026
Education|Political|World
Trump administration probes Stanford University over diversity practices
The U.S.
April 30, 2026
Economy|Election|Political|US|World
Florida Republicans approve congressional map aimed at flipping four Democratic seats
Florida Republicans on Wednesday approved a new congressional map aimed at flipping four Democratic-held U.S.
April 30, 2026
Political|US|World
Supreme Court ruling will reshape American politics. The only question is when
The U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority has handed Republicans their biggest victory yet in the battle to control the House of Representatives and statehouses across the country
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Ex-FBI chief Comey released after indictment over alleged threat against Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey appeared in federal court in Virginia on Wednesday, a day after being indicted over a
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
US says first refunds from Trump tariffs expected around May 11
The Trump administration is expected to issue the first tariff refunds by around May 11, according to an order filed on Tuesday in the U.S.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Goldman says UAE's exit from OPEC raises medium-term oil supply upside risk
Goldman Sachs on Wednesday said the United Arab Emirates exit from OPEC poses a greater upside risk to oil supply over the medium term than in the short term.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
Key US senator to call for new efforts to prevent undersea cable sabotage
The chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Thursday will call for new efforts to address growing national security concerns over
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Trading Day: Fed dissent, oil ascent
Oil surged toward $120 a barrel on Wednesday on deepening supply fears, while U.S. bond yields jumped and stocks stumbled after the Federal
April 30, 2026
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World
King Charles commemorates 9/11 victims in New York visit
Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla commemorated victims of the September 11, 2001, al Qaeda attack on New York City on Wednesday, laying a floral
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Brazil central bank trims interest rates again, eyeing Iran conflict
Brazil's central bank cut interest rates by 25 basis points on Wednesday for a second straight meeting, leaving its next moves open
April 30, 2026
Crime|US|World
Virginia jury convicts Afghan man linked to 2021 Kabul airport attack
A federal jury in Virginia on Wednesday convicted an Afghan man of conspiring to provide material support to a terrorist organization in connection with the 2021 suicide bombing
April 30, 2026
Election|Finance|US|World
US Supreme Court guts key provision of Voting Rights Act
The U.S.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Fed sees three dissents over an 'easing bias.' What's that?
More Federal Reserve officials dissented against Wednesday's U.S. central bank policy decision and statement than at any of their interest-rate-setting meetings in
April 30, 2026
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|US|World
Man who killed Brown students, MIT professor targeted symbolic victims tied to grievances, FBI says
Federal investigators say the man who carried out a mass shooting at Brown University and later killed a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor did not act randomly, but targeted places and people that held symbolic meaning tied to his perceived failures
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Meta beats revenue expectations, boosts capital spending forecast for 2026
Meta Platforms Inc. reports strong first-quarter results, surpassing expectations with significant earnings growth, but the stock slipped in after-hours trading
April 30, 2026
Sports|World
FIFA allows Afghan women to play for their country, defying Taliban
FIFA allows Afghan women to play for their country, defying Taliban
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World
Hegseth faces withering questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war began
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced withering questioning in his first appearance before Congress since the Trump administration went to war against Iran
April 29, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Justice Department moves to roll back gun regulations as Senate confirms new ATF chief
Justice Department officials are moving to roll back and modify a slate of gun regulations in a dramatic shift in firearm policy pushed by Second Amendment supporters in President Donald Trump’s base
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Justice Department seeks to roll back gun control measures days after Trump assassination attempt
Justice Department seeks to roll back gun control measures days after Trump assassination attempt
April 30, 2026
Science|Technology|World
Iran's highly enriched uranium likely is still at the Isfahan site, UN nuclear chief tells AP
The head of the U.N. nuclear agency says the majority of Iran’s highly enriched uranium is still believed to be at its Isfahan nuclear complex
April 29, 2026
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
The Latest: Supreme Court weakens a key tool of the Voting Rights Act
The Supreme Court has weakened a key tool of the Voting Rights Act that has helped combat racial discrimination in voting for over 50 years
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|US|World
Texas tornado leaves 5 injured, buildings collapsed and homes without roofs
Officials have confirmed a tornado with winds of at least 120 mph tore through a small Texas city where manufacturing buildings got flattened and roofs were torn from homes
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Stock Markets|World
Oil prices keep spurting higher, but US stocks hold near their records
More jumps for oil prices sent tremors through the bond market, along with hints that some Federal Reserve officials don’t want to cut interest rates any time soon
April 29, 2026
Entertainment|Food|Political|Travel|World
Who was invited to dinner with King Charles: Justices, business leaders and Palm Beach friends
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted a white-tie dinner at the White House with King Charles III and Queen Camilla
April 30, 2026
Environment|Health|Political|Science|World
Environmental Protection Agency boss backs big budget cuts but Congress will get the final say
The head of the Environmental Protection Agency is back on Capitol Hill defending the administration's plan to cut in half the EPA's budget
April 29, 2026
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|World
Domestic violence survivor shares her story of resilience and advocacy
Domestic violence survivor shares her story of resilience and advocacy
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|Sports|Stock Markets|US|World
Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms
Republicans have scored another victory in the nationwide redistricting battle
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|Videos|World
What is the ‘perimeter’ for presidential security?
What is the ‘perimeter’ for presidential security?
April 30, 2026
Crime|US|World
Man charged with trying to kill Trump took hotel room selfie before rushing gala, investigators say
The man charged with trying to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner and kill President Donald Trump took a picture of himself in his hotel room just minutes earlier, outfitted with an ammunition bag, a shoulder gun holster and a sheathed knife
April 29, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World
US to give $100 million to repair damaged Chornobyl nuclear shelter, Kyiv says
The U.S. will give $100 million towards repairs of the vast radiation containment dome at the Chornobyl plant in northern Ukraine, site of the world's worst atomic accident
April 29, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Islamic State-linked insurgents leave Mali town as army tries to reassert control
Malian forces are back in control of a town on the Niger border that Islamic State-linked insurgents entered this week, residents said on Wednesday, as they pushed to
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Alphabet investors push for safeguards on use of its cloud, AI tech
A group of Alphabet shareholders are pressing the company to explain how it governs and controls the use of its technology and cloud services by
April 29, 2026
Political|World
Israeli maps outline expanded zone of military control in Gaza
New maps of Gaza quietly issued by Israel a little more than a month ago have put thousands of displaced
April 29, 2026
Economy|Finance|World
U.S. war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, says Pentagon official
The United States' war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Wednesday, providing the first official estimate of the military's price
April 29, 2026
Economy|MidEast|Political|World
Pentagon's Hegseth defends Iran war, says it is not a quagmire
U.S.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
UAE oil break exposes deepening Saudi rift as Gulf power shifts
The United Arab Emirates' decision to quit OPEC and OPEC+ has brought years of tensions with Saudi Arabia out into the open, marking a strategic break with
April 29, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Technology|World
Broadcast group says FCC Disney license review creates significant uncertainty
A group representing major U.S. broadcasters on Wednesday called the Federal Communications Commission decision to launch an early review of the
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Brazil creates more formal jobs than expected in March
Brazil's economy created a net 228,208 formal jobs in March, data from the Labor Ministry showed on Wednesday, more than the 150,000 expected by economists in a Reuters
April 30, 2026
Crime|Political|World
US to drop felony charge against ex-congressional candidate, three others over Chicago immigration protest
Federal prosecutors in Chicago on Wednesday said they will drop the main conspiracy count against four people, including a former Democratic congressional
April 30, 2026
Asia|Environment|Health|World
Seven people die in hospital wall collapse in southern India
Seven people have died after an 8-foot (2.5-metre) wall at a hospital complex collapsed in the southern Indian city of Bengaluru, a state official said on
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|US|World
Powell says decision to stay on at Fed for a time reflects his concern over legal attacks
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said that he will leave the U.S. central bank when "I think it's appropriate to do so," and said that this reflects his concern
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Traders see the Fed on hold for now, and a rate hike next year
The Federal Reserve will not cut interest rates this year, and traders of short-term U.S. interest-rate futures are now betting the U.S. central bank will raise in the first half
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Oil majors eye resurgent Canadian energy in wake of Middle East upheaval
Canada's oil and gas producers are drawing renewed interest from global energy majors as the Middle East
April 30, 2026
Political|World
Supreme Court leans toward Trump's move targeting Haitian and Syrian immigrants
The U.S.
April 29, 2026
Political|US|World
Supreme Court mulls Trump administration push to end protections for migrants from Haiti and Syria
The Supreme Court has heard arguments in a case about the Trump administration’s push to end legal protections for migrants fleeing war and natural disaster
April 29, 2026
Crime|Health|World
Attacks on hospitals and medics rising, driven by Middle East conflict, says World Health Organization
The World Health Organization said on Wednesday that attacks on healthcare facilities and staff are increasing globally, with a notable uptick
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
US oil stocks plummet, country becomes net crude exporter on weekly basis for first time, EIA says
The United States became a net exporter of crude for the first time since World War Two as the country shipped a record volume of oil
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Fed chief nominee Warsh clears key hurdle toward Senate confirmation vote
Kevin Warsh, U.S.
April 29, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Hungary's Magyar says he had 'successful' talks on funds with EU's von der Leyen
Hungary's election winner Peter Magyar said he had "extremely constructive and successful" talks on Wednesday with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
UN candidate Grynspan says world body must do 'less with less'
The United Nations is facing a critical moment with its financial sustainability under threat and it should do "less with less", Costa Rica's Rebeca Grynspan
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
US extends deadline on talks over Lukoil assets to May 30
The U.S.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|World
CMS extends application deadlines for Medicaid drug pricing model
The U.S.
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
OPEC+ likely to agree another oil output hike without UAE, sources say
OPEC+ will likely agree a small oil output quota hike on Sunday despite the loss of the lion's share of its exports due to the U.S.-
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Porsche adds Middle East to list of problems as first-quarter profit falls
German sports car maker Porsche saw its profit erode further in the first quarter of 2026 as it doubles down on cost-cutting to deal with mounting
April 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Mysterious 'El Money' paid men to carry out arson attacks on property linked to Starmer, London court told
Three men with links to Ukraine carried out a series of arson attacks on property connected to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on behalf of a mystery
April 29, 2026
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine asks Israel to seize vessel it says is carrying grain stolen by Russia
Ukraine has asked Israel to seize a vessel carrying grain it says was stolen from areas occupied by Russia, its top prosecutor said on Wednesday, amid a
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Oil prices settle at multi-week highs as global supply worries mount
Oil prices surged over 6% on Wednesday to settle at their highest in weeks, as deadlocked U.S.-Iran negotiations made investors more concerned
April 29, 2026
World
US House backs effort to advance measure opening debate on ICE funding and FISA
A measure to open debate on key legislation to outline funding for immigration enforcement operations and to renew foreign surveillance authority was approved in the
April 29, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World
Foiled attack intensifies concerns about White House press gala
Saturday's foiled attack at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner has deepened questions about whether the event should continue in its
April 29, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World
More than 1 million in Lebanon expected to face acute food insecurity, hunger monitor says
More than 1 million people in Lebanon are expected to face a food insecurity crisis in the months ahead as a result of renewed conflict
April 29, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Oil soars, US stocks end muted on Iran worries with earnings, Fed in focus
Oil prices soared on worries about prolonged supply disruption due to the Middle East war while Wall Street's stock indexes
April 29, 2026
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Trump urges Iran to sign a deal and discusses prolonged blockade
Donald Trump discussed how to mitigate the impact of a possible months-long U.S. blockade of Iran's ports with U.S. oil companies, a White
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Iran's rial currency hits record low as a shaky ceasefire with the US and Israel holds
Iran’s national rial currency has hit a record low of 1.8 to the dollar as a shaky ceasefire with the U.S. and Israel holds
April 29, 2026
Science|World
Genome study reveals what happened after the Roman Empire fell
The fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD was a pivotal moment in human history, when Germanic chieftain Odoacer deposed teenage emperor Romulus Augustulus in
April 29, 2026
Business|Crime|Science|Technology|World
Families of Canadian mass shooting victims sue OpenAI, CEO Altman in US court
Family members of victims of one of Canada's deadliest mass shootings sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman in U.S. court on Wednesday,
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Russia’s economy shows first quarterly contraction in three years
The Russian economy contracted by 0.3% in the first quarter, marking its first quarterly contraction since early 2023, preliminary
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Dollar gains after Fed keeps rates unchanged and yen weakens past 160
The dollar strengthened against major currencies on Wednesday after the U.S.
April 29, 2026
Europe|World
Russia to mark war anniversary with parade, but no equipment
Russia will mark victory over Nazi Germany next month with a military parade on Moscow's Red Square, but with no military equipment displayed in view of the operational situation
April 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
London police say the stabbing of 2 Jewish men is an act of terror. The suspect was arrested
Two Jewish men have been stabbed and injured in London on in what police call an act of terror
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump sees blockade extension as best option for forcing Iran back to the negotiating table
Trump sees blockade extension as best option for forcing Iran back to the negotiating table
April 30, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World
House takes step toward funding Homeland Security as White House warns money will 'soon run out'
The House has taken a crucial step toward funding the Department of Homeland Security
April 29, 2026
Crime|MidEast|US|World
Man convicted of aiding IS group, but jury deadlocks on alleged role in deadly Kabul airport bombing
An alleged Islamic State group militant from Afghanistan has been convicted of aiding the terror organization that took credit for a deadly suicide bombing at a Kabul airport
April 29, 2026
Environment|Science|US|World
Tornado devastates Texas town on sixth straight day of severe storms
Tornado devastates Texas town on sixth straight day of severe storms
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Elon Musk tells his side of OpenAI's beginnings in trial pitting him against CEO Sam Altman
Elon Musk took the stand for the second day Wednesday in the landmark trial that pits the world’s richest person against Sam Altman, a fellow OpenAI co-founder he accuses of betraying promises to keep the company as a nonprofit dedicated to humanity’s benefit
April 29, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
China calls US hypocritical for expressing concern over Panama's sovereignty
The U.S. State Department accused China of violating Panama’s sovereignty over a port dispute in the Central American nation, triggering another fierce back-and-forth on Wednesday as the Chinese government called the Trump administration hypocritical
April 30, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Russia to hold a Victory Day parade without military equipment for the 1st time in nearly 2 decades
The Russian Defense Ministry says the traditional Victory Day parade will take place without military equipment
April 29, 2026
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel|World
98-year-old Navy veteran of three wars selected Honor Flight
98-year-old Navy veteran of three wars selected Honor Flight
April 30, 2026
Crime|US|World
Police arrest 2 teens as alleged gunmen in homicide
Police arrest 2 teens as alleged gunmen in homicide
April 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
The Latest: Supreme Court hears arguments on ending legal protections for Haitian/Syrian migrants
The Supreme Court is weighing arguments over the Trump administration’s push to end legal protections for Haitians and Syrians as migrants fleeing war and natural disaster
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Takeaways: Supreme Court signals it will side with Trump on Haitian and Syrian migrants
Takeaways: Supreme Court signals it will side with Trump on Haitian and Syrian migrants
April 29, 2026
Health|Political|World
Supreme Court sides with anti-abortion center raising First Amendment fears about state probe
The Supreme Court is siding with a faith-based pregnancy center that raised First Amendment concerns about an investigation into whether it misled people to discourage abortions
April 29, 2026
Crime|Education|World
Parents of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman, killed in Chicago shooting, vow "we will get justice" after not guilty plea
Parents of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman, killed in Chicago shooting, vow "we will get justice" after not guilty plea
April 29, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Bondi will testify in House Oversight Committee’s Jeffrey Epstein probe
Bondi will testify in House Oversight Committee’s Jeffrey Epstein probe
April 29, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World
Vehicle tracking devices being installed at NYC area airports after plane collided with fire truck
Vehicle tracking devices being installed at NYC area airports after plane collided with fire truck
April 29, 2026
World
He once struck a peace deal with Israel and says Lebanon's leaders should try again now
Former Lebanese President Amin Gemayel believes the time might be right to pursue peace talks with Israel
April 29, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Men accused of being approached by Russian contact to attack Starmer-linked assets in London
A British court has heard that two men from Ukraine and a Romanian man were allegedly offered payment by a Russian-speaking contact to set fires last year to property linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer
April 29, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|Technology|World
Correspondents dinner shooter case raises concerns about train security
Union representatives and safety consultants say the case of the man charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a media dinner is the latest example of someone allegedly trying to use the country's passenger trains to smuggle guns for an attack
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Kevin Warsh is one step closer to top job at the Fed after Trump's pick approved by Senate committee
The Senate Banking Committee voted on party lines to approve Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, to replace Jerome Powell, a longtime target of President Donald Trump’s insults for not cutting borrowing costs as far as the president wanted
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel|World
Aircraft lessor AerCap says prolonged high oil prices could bring opportunities
The head of the world's largest aircraft leasing company, AerCap, said on Wednesday that higher fuel prices have had little impact on the sector so far,
April 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Bulgaria uncovers cannabis farm inside former zinc mine
Bulgarian police have charged three people and are seeking a fourth after an ongoing investigation into drug trafficking and money laundering uncovered a cannabis farm
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Bank of Canada lifts growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027
The Bank of Canada on Wednesday slightly lifted its growth forecasts for 2026 and 2027 on the assumption that U.S. tariffs remain unchanged and oil prices gradually
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
FULL TEXT- Bank of Canada leaves key interest rate unchanged
The Bank of Canada released the following statement on Wednesday: "The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 2.25%, with the Bank Rate at 2.5% and
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
German inflation accelerates to 2.9% in April as energy costs soar
German headline inflation picked up in April due to surging energy prices fuelled by the war in Iran, data showed on Wednesday, though a drop in core
April 29, 2026
Education|Travel|World
King Charles to visit New York to commemorate 9/11 victims
Britain's King Charles and his wife
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Bank of Canada holds rates, says changes will be small if forecasts hold true
The Bank of Canada kept its key interest rate unchanged on Wednesday as expected and said any changes in the rate could be small if
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Mexico to require federal projects to use local steel in response to US tariffs
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum on Wednesday announced a rule that all federal work projects use steel from Mexican companies, after attempts to reach a deal to
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Mexico's Walmex aims to recover sales pace after soft Q1, CEO says
Walmart's Mexico and Central America unit is aiming to recover sales speed after reporting results in the first quarter that
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Fed likely to hold rates steady at what may be last meeting of Powell era
The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday as officials debate whether to flag risks of rising inflation in a
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Estee Lauder considers bid for Puig at 18-19 euros per share, source says
Cosmetics giant Estee Lauder is considering launching a takeover bid for all of Puig's Class B shares at 18 to 19 euros ($21 to $22.20) a share, said a source close to the matter.
April 29, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
NH state lawmaker faces possible discipline over social media post referencing 'final solution'
NH state lawmaker faces possible discipline over social media post referencing 'final solution'
April 29, 2026
Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|World
Service members help former National Guardsman recover after Enid tornado
Service members help former National Guardsman recover after Enid tornado
April 29, 2026
Europe|World
UK expels Russian diplomat in retaliation for Moscow’s recent expulsion of a British official
The U.K. has expelled a Russian diplomat in retaliation for Moscow’s recent expulsion of a British official and the smear campaign that followed
April 29, 2026
Technology|World
Indonesia urges social media platforms to disclose the number of accounts closed for users under 16
Indonesia is urging social media companies to report the number of accounts suspended under new regulations restricting access for children under 16
April 29, 2026
Business|Crime|Education|Technology|World
Families of Tumbler Ridge shooting victims sue OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman
Families of Tumbler Ridge shooting victims sue OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
US sanctions on China's Hengli mark escalation in Iran oil crackdown
The U.S.
April 29, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Technology|World
French regulator says most e-commerce platform products it tested breach EU rules
France's consumer protection authority said on Wednesday that three‑quarters of the products it tested from major e‑commerce platforms last year
April 29, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Mugabe's son given fine and to be deported from South Africa for pointing a toy gun
A South African court on Wednesday ordered the youngest son of Zimbabwe's former president Robert Mugabe to pay a large fine and said he would be deported for
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
India economy resilient but faces rising risks from Mideast war, government report says
India's economy remains resilient but faces mounting risks from the Middle East conflict, which has disrupted supplies of
April 29, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|World
Women paid the highest price in Jakarta train tragedy
When Harum Anjarsari's husband finally got through to her phone, he did not hear her, but instead, rescue workers who said they pulled the device from
April 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russia says it's scaling down WW2 victory parade due to Ukrainian threat
Russia will hold a slimmed-down version of its annual parade to celebrate victory in World War Two, without the usual display of weaponry, the Kremlin
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Bunge lifts 2026 outlook on strong crush margins, biofuel demand
U.S. agribusiness Bunge Global raised its full-year adjusted profit forecast on Wednesday, citing strong oilseed processing margins and an improved
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|World
Iran's rial drops to record low as ceasefire prompts rush for hard currency
Iran's currency dropped to a record low of 1,810,000 rials to the U.S. dollar on Wednesday, the Iranian Student News Agency (ISNA) said, as demand for foreign exchange that
April 29, 2026
Africa|World
Mali turmoil threatens Russian push for influence and mineral wealth in Africa
A series of reversals suffered by Mali's Moscow-backed military government has dented Russia's image as a self-styled security
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World
Italy's Fincantieri and KAYO to work together on strengthening Albania's navy
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and Albania's KAYO have set up a joint venture to build and maintain vessels in Albania, which is seeking to modernise its military
April 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
UK watchdog says counterterrorism law could hit protests, free speech
Britain's terrorism watchdog on Wednesday said the government risked stretching counterterrorism laws beyond their original purpose by using such powers
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
US goods trade deficit widens in March as imports rise sharply
The U.S. trade deficit in goods widened more than expected in March as a rise in imports outpaced exports, suggesting that trade was likely a drag on economic growth
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Russia to remain in OPEC+, hopes UAE exit does not spell end of group
Russia plans to stay in OPEC+ despite a decision by the United Arab Emirates to leave, the Kremlin said on Wednesday, expressing
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Science|Technology|World
AbbVie tops quarterly expectations as newer immunology drugs offset Humira decline
AbbVie on Wednesday reported better-than-expected quarterly revenue and profit, fueled by demand for newer immunology drugs Skyrizi and
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Ackman's Pershing Square fund shares drop in hotly anticipated debut
Billionaire investor Bill Ackman launched his new Pershing Square USA closed-end fund on the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday,
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Brown‑Forman shares slump as deal talks with French spirits group Pernod collapse
Shares of Brown-Forman dropped 10% in early trading on Wednesday after the Jack Daniel's whiskey maker and France's Pernod Ricard scrapped their merger talks,
April 29, 2026
Americas|Crime|World
New bodycam video shows police discovering locksmith shot and killed in Miami
New bodycam video shows police discovering locksmith shot and killed in Miami
April 29, 2026
Arts|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Defying protocol, Trump relays details of private conversation with King Charles III
In the world of diplomatic faux pas it could have been a lot worse
April 29, 2026
Crime|Environment|Travel|World
Search suspended for 5 missing crew of ship that overturned near Northern Marianas during typhoon
Authorities say they’ve suspended the search for missing five crew members of a cargo ship that overturned near the Northern Mariana Islands during a typhoon in the Pacific Ocean
April 29, 2026
Science|Technology|World
Can the nearly $1 trillion-a-year US military really be depleting key weapons in Iran?
Measuring US weapons stockpiles sheds light on future constraints and what Russia and China may learn from the Iran war.
April 29, 2026
Crime|World
Syria says Australia won't repatriate families from camp for those with alleged ties to IS militants
A group of Australian women and children who left a Syrian camp for people with alleged ties to Islamic State group militants are stuck in Syria
April 29, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
China's largest lenders' first-quarter profit up over 3%, sour loan ratios steady
Five of China's largest lenders reported net profit growth over 3% in the first quarter of this year on Wednesday, as bad debt ratios
April 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine says it hits Russian oil pumping station 1,500 km away
Ukraine struck what it said was an oil pumping station 1,500 km (900 miles) into Russia near the Ural Mountains with drones overnight, and President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Kyiv
April 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Health|World
Octogenarian Athens shooter acted in 'protest and despair', lawyer says
An 89-year-old gunman arrested for wounding five people in two shootings in Athens on Tuesday acted in "protest and despair" against Greek public services, his lawyer said
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Whirlwind Wednesday
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Today marks the apex of a packed week of events, with the Federal
April 29, 2026
Environment|Health|Science|Sports|Technology|World
This year's World Cup games could be sizzling. Here's what's being done to prepare for extreme heat
The 2022 World Cup tournament in Qatar was moved from summer to winter because of the threat of extreme heat
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Spot crude premiums ease from record highs despite Hormuz closure
Spot premiums for physical crude have slipped from record highs reached earlier during the Iran war as refiners are
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Robinhood shares fall as crypto slump dents trading volume growth
Robinhood's shares plunged 11% on Wednesday, as crypto-driven market volatility dampened its first-quarter trading volume growth, leading
April 29, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Germany's Merz says relations with Trump are good despite spat over Iran
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday his relationship with U.S.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Blackstone's private credit fund sees investor demand cool in first quarter
April 29 - Blackstone's roughly $80-billion private credit fund BCRED faced weaker investor demand and rising redemption pressure in the first quarter as geopolitical volatility, concerns over AI and
April 29, 2026
Africa|Crime|Health|World
HIV patients in Senegal skip treatment, fearing arrest amid anti-LGBTQ crackdown
Fewer patients are visiting some HIV treatment centres in Senegal amid a wave of arrests targeting LGBTQ people, according to health
April 29, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
China's Shenzhen further eases homebuying curbs
Shenzhen, one of China's four first-tier cities, further relaxed restrictions for buying homes in the city in a bid to spur demand.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Greece says it agreed with Qatar to deepen trade, energy and defence ties
Greece said on Wednesday it had agreed with Qatar to bolster cooperation in areas including trade, energy and defence, extending a deal first struck in 2024.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Taiwan tops Beijing's agenda for Trump-Xi summit
For 23 million Taiwanese, the most consequential diplomatic meeting of 2026 may be one to which they are not invited.
April 29, 2026
World
Erdogan rejects criticism of Turkey's peace efforts with Kurdish militants
President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that the peace process aimed at ending Turkey's decades-long conflict with Kurdish militants was progressing in a "positive
April 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Slovakia's Supreme Court upholds 21-year sentence for PM Fico's attacker
Slovakia's Supreme Court upheld on Wednesday a 21-year jail sentence for a man who shot at Prime Minister Robert Fico two years ago, rejecting his appeal against terrorism charges
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
EU to seek feedback to merger rules overhaul from Thursday, antitrust chief says
EU regulators will seek feedback starting Thursday from interested parties to the first proposal to overhaul merger rules in more than two decades, which
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World
UAE reviewing multilateral ties after OPEC exit but rules out more departures, official says
The United Arab Emirates is reassessing its role and contributions across multilateral organisations but is not considering any further withdrawals at this time, a UAE
April 29, 2026
Business|Political|US|World
Trump’s court setbacks fail to blunt his campaign against media
President Donald Trump has suffered a string of courtroom setbacks in his battles with the American media, but the rulings have done little to blunt a
April 29, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|Technology|World
Another Russian oil facility burns as Zelenskyy touts Ukraine’s drone reach
Ukraine is claiming responsibility for a drone attack on a distant Russian oil facility
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
Big Chinese tech firms scramble to secure Huawei AI chips after DeepSeek V4 launch, sources say
Demand for Huawei's Ascend 950 AI chips has surged following the release of DeepSeek's V4 artificial intelligence model that runs on the Shenzhen-based tech firm's chips,
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Asian Development Bank cuts regional growth forecasts on impact of war in Middle East
The Asian Development Bank on Wednesday cut its economic growth forecast for the region to 4.7% this year and 4.8% next year, down from earlier projections of 5.1% for
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Investors reload yen shorts in intervention test
Investors have built the biggest short yen position in nearly two years, selling the currency against the euro, Swiss franc,
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
European shares hit three-week low as earnings, data and Iran conflict weigh
European shares slid to a three-week low on Wednesday amid mixed corporate results and data pointing to the economic damage caused by the Iran war,
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
GKN Aerospace owner Melrose's quarterly revenue jumps; flags freight‑cost inflation
GKN Aerospace owner Melrose Industries reported an 11% jump in first-quarter revenue on Wednesday, supported by the strong performance of wide-body jets, engines, and its repairs
April 29, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Facebook and Instagram must do more to block under-13s, EU warns in Meta charges
Meta Platforms' Facebook and Instagram were charged on Wednesday with breaching landmark European Union tech rules and must do more to block children
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Trump meets with oil executives as Iran stalemate drags on, Axios reports
U.S.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Taiwan's UMC sees headwinds, but predicts resilient demand and will raise prices
Taiwanese chipmaker UMC said on Wednesday that it continues to see resilient market demand despite headwinds from memory chip supply shortages and the impact of the Iran
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Ukraine war flips Sweden’s Hagglunds fortunes from layoffs to billions
The war in Ukraine has turned Sweden's defence industry into one of Europe's fastest-growing weapons hubs, a shift visible
April 29, 2026
Economy|Finance|World
What the Fed has seen about the war's impact on the economy so far
Federal Reserve officials last met just over two weeks into the U.S.-led war on Iran and then had little data at their disposal beyond surging gasoline prices to
April 29, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
EU urges fast rollout of age-verification app to protect minors online
The European Commission on Wednesday urged member states to quickly adopt its new age verification app to protect minors from harmful content online,
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Bank of Canada to hold rates, assess oil shock impact on inflation, growth
The Bank of Canada is expected to keep its benchmark interest rate at 2.25% on Wednesday and update its inflation and growth forecasts after the oil
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
London stocks fall as investors weigh mixed earnings; focus on Fed, BoE
British shares drifted lower on Wednesday as investors parsed a mixed bag of corporate earnings, with attention turning towards central bank decisions on both sides of the
April 29, 2026
Environment|Europe|Science|World
A barge carrying Timmy the humpback whale journeys to the North Sea
A barge carrying a stranded humpback whale nicknamed Timmy has begun its journey toward the North Sea
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
How traffic through the Strait of Hormuz shrank to a trickle – a visual deep dive
How traffic through the Strait of Hormuz shrank to a trickle – a visual deep dive
April 29, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
Trump budget officials urge House Republicans to concede in DHS standoff
Trump budget officials urge House Republicans to concede in DHS standoff
April 29, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|World
A lifeline for Haiti could soon be severed by the US Supreme Court
A lifeline for Haiti could soon be severed by the US Supreme Court
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World
Will Jerome Powell stick around at the Fed? Here’s what insiders told us
Will Jerome Powell stick around at the Fed? Here’s what insiders told us
April 29, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Kenya economic growth steady at 4.6% in 2025, data shows
Kenya's economy grew 4.6% last year, little changed from 2024's 4.7% growth and below a finance ministry estimate, official data showed on Wednesday.
April 29, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|World
Most Swiss back initiative to cap population at 10 million, poll shows
A slim majority of Swiss are backing an upcoming referendum proposal to limit Switzerland's population to 10 million, and support for it is growing, an opinion poll showed
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
UK housing minister says government is not looking at rent controls
Britain's housing minister Steve Reed said the government was not looking at rent controls, following a report that a one-year freeze on rent increases was being
April 29, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|World
Kenya's economy grew 4.6% in 2025, stats office says
Kenya's economy grew 4.6% in 2025, compared with 4.7% growth a year earlier, the statistics office said on Wednesday.
April 29, 2026
Economy|Political|Technology|World
China again touts benefits of union with Taiwan, Taipei rebuffs
Taiwan's economy would gain see unprecedented opportunities if it unites with China, Beijing said on Wednesday, stepping up a campaign to persuade Taipei to accept
April 29, 2026
Asia|Crime|Election|Political|World
Philippine vice president faces impeachment vote in Congress after panel find probable cause
The Philippine House justice committee on Wednesday found probable cause to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, moving a step closer to a process that
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
KPMG to exit US federal audit business
Big Four firm KPMG is exiting its federal government audit business and will redeploy staff, a spokesperson said on Wednesday.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Goldman cuts access to Anthropic's Claude for Hong Kong bankers, source says
Goldman Sachs has removed access to Anthropic's Claude for its bankers in Hong Kong, a source with direct knowledge of the situation said, as banks step up scrutiny of
April 29, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
Indonesia military court begins trial of officers allegedly behind acid attack on activist
JAKARTA, April 29 - Indonesian military prosecutors charged four officers on Wednesday for their alleged involvement in an acid attack on an activist known for campaigning against the expanding public
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
Inflation up in three German states in April, pointing to national increase
Inflation rose in three key German states in April, preliminary data showed on Wednesday, suggesting Germany's national inflation rate could increase
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
Mercedes profit tumbles in Q1 on China competition, tariff pressures
Mercedes-Benz reported a sharp drop in operating profit at the start of 2026, a year set to bring higher raw material costs and further
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Italy consumer and business confidence plunge in April
Morale among Italian consumers and businesses fell steeply in April, data showed on Wednesday, boding ill for the prospects of the euro zone's third largest economy, among
April 29, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
South Korean appeals court increases jail term for former President Yoon in obstruction case
A South Korean appeals court on Wednesday increased the jail term for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges linked to his short-lived 2024
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Euro zone economic confidence plunges, price pressures soar
Euro zone economic sentiment plunged to a three-and-a-half-year low this month as the Iran war hit the services sector hard and inflation continued to
April 29, 2026
World
Private air defence takes off in Ukraine
Ukraine is rolling out a new line of defence to protect businesses and critical infrastructure from hundreds of Russian drones darkening its skies night after
April 29, 2026
Europe|World
Russia attacks port infrastructure in Ukraine's south, hits hospital
Russia has attacked port infrastructure in Ukraine's southern Odesa region with drones in overnight strikes that also damaged residential buildings and a hospital and left two
April 29, 2026
Crime|Political|World
South Korean court sentences ex-President Yoon to 7 years for charges including resisting arrest
A South Korean appeals court on Wednesday sentenced ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol to seven years in prison for resisting arrest and bypassing a legitimate Cabinet meeting before his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
US orders chip equipment companies to halt some shipments to China's No. 2 chipmaker Hua Hong
The U.S.
April 28, 2026
Arts|Education|World
New Zealand local council rejects plan for 'comfort women' statue after Japan protest
A local council in New Zealand has rejected a proposal to erect a statue honouring women forced into sexual slavery by Japanese troops in World War Two after Japan's ambassador
April 29, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
EU says Meta is failing to keep underage users off Facebook and Instagram
The European Union says Meta is failing to keep underage users from accessing Facebook and Instagram
April 29, 2026
Environment|Travel|World
Critically endangered antelopes return to Kenya from Czech zoo
Four critically endangered mountain bongos arrived in Kenya on their way to their native forests after years in the care of a zoo in the Czech Republic
April 29, 2026
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Virginia high court leaves Democratic-led redistricting vote blocked for now
Virginia's top court on Tuesday left in place a county judge's order temporarily blocking the state from certifying the results of last week's referendum, when voters
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Chile's central bank holds benchmark rate, warns of risk from Middle East war
Chile's central bank on Tuesday held its benchmark interest rate at 4.5% in a unanimous decision, in line with expectations and marking its third consecutive decision to
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
British finance minister Reeves says targeted steps needed to protect UK from war impact without lasting rate hit
British finance minister Rachel Reeves said on Tuesday the government needs to make targeted interventions to shield the economy from the impact of the U.S.-Israel war on Iran
April 29, 2026
Sports|World
Soccer-None more deserving of FIFA Peace Prize than Trump, says White House
The White House has hit back at critics of Donald Trump being awarded the FIFA Peace Prize, saying there is none more deserving than the U.S. president.
April 29, 2026
World
As Trump greets Charles, the White House calls them 'TWO KINGS'
If the ancestors of Donald Trump and King Charles could see them today, the U.S. president mused Tuesday, they "would surely be filled with awe and
April 29, 2026
Americas|Political|US|World
US Senate blocks bid to prevent Trump from military action against Cuba
The Republican-led U.S.
April 29, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US mandates what it calls 'enhanced' security checks for immigration applicants
President Donald Trump's administration has mandated what it calls "enhanced" security checks for immigration applicants, according to
April 29, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Brazilian regulator probes airlines LATAM, Gol over potential price alignment
Brazil's antitrust watchdog CADE opened an administrative proceeding to investigate possible price alignment between airlines LATAM and Gol in the domestic passenger
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Miner Vale posts 36% rise in Q1 profit on more sales, higher prices
Vale, one of the world's largest iron ore producers, on Tuesday posted a 36% increase in its first-quarter net profit as it boosted sales volumes and benefited from
April 29, 2026
Health|Political|Science|World
Kennedy's US advisory board puts focus on 'profound autism', improved medical care
A U.S. advisory committee appointed by Health Secretary Robert F.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US, allies back Panama's sovereignty in joint statement
The United States, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Guyana, Paraguay, and Trinidad and Tobago released a joint statement in support of Panama's sovereignty on Tuesday, saying recent actions
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Pernod Ricard and Jack Daniel's owner Brown-Forman end merger talks
Pernod Ricard and Brown-
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Panama Canal sees spike in vessel traffic due to war in Middle East
The Panama Canal Authority, an autonomous agency that runs the major freight channel through Central America, on Tuesday said the U.S.-Iran war in the Middle East
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
NIESR slashes UK growth forecast as Iran war and inflation hit economy
Britain's economy faces a sharp slowdown this year and in 2027 due to the Iran war, and inflation will stay above the Bank of England's target until 2028,
April 29, 2026
Business|Technology|World
King Charles meets with US tech leaders, talks startup challenges
Britain's King Charles met with U.S. tech leaders on Tuesday as part of his four-day state visit, discussing challenges for early-stage startups as
April 29, 2026
Business|Environment|Political|World
Ukraine strikes Russia's Tuapse refinery, Putin says attacks intensifying on civilian targets
A Ukrainian drone attack caused a major fire at a Russian oil refinery in the city of Tuapse on Tuesday, officials said, in what President Vladimir Putin described as
April 28, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Tropical forest loss eases in 2025 from record high, report shows
Destruction of the world's tropical forests eased in 2025 from a record high, a report showed on Wednesday, underscoring how decisive policy can
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Flight cancellations and high fuel prices help keep Chinese close to home for May holidays
Travel demand in China is expected to remain strong during the five‑day Labour Day holiday from May 1, with travellers
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Australia inflation jumps with worse to come, rate hike looms
Australian consumer prices surged in the first quarter as war in the Middle East drove up energy costs, while core inflation stayed uncomfortably high for
April 29, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Trump says King Charles does not want Iran to have nuclear weapon
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday Britain's King Charles did not want Iran to have a nuclear weapon, introducing the fraught
April 29, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|World
White House drafts guidance to bypass Anthropic's risk flag for new AI models, Axios reports
The White House is developing guidance that could allow federal agencies to sidestep Anthropic's supply-chain risk designation and onboard new artificial intelligence models,
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
New Zealand central banker says Q1 core inflation was stable within target band
New Zealand's top central banker on Wednesday said that measures of core inflation in the first quarter had remained stable within its target band of 1% to 3%, adding
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
China's factory activity set to expand at a slower clip in April: Reuters poll
China's factory activity likely grew at a slower pace in April as rising cost pressures stemming from the Middle East conflict test Beijing's reliance on manufacturing to
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Inside Ukraine's drive to defeat the dreaded Shahed drone
In a foggy field in northeast Ukraine, four soldiers stare at red and yellow dots on a screen in the back of a van, armed with interceptor
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
South Korea exports seen rising sharply again in April on chip boom: Reuters poll
South Korean exports likely rose in April for an 11th straight month, with a surge in chip demand driven by artificial intelligence investment more than
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World
Spirit Airlines' talks on $500 million US rescue financing stall, Bloomberg News reports
Spirit Airlines' discussions over a potential $500 million U.S. government rescue financing have hit an impasse, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing sources.
April 29, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Kosovo set for another snap election after failure to elect president
Kosovo is set for another snap election after parliament failed to elect a new president on Tuesday, pitching Europe's youngest nation back into the thick of a political
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Fed sails into unchartered waters as Powell bows out
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter It's Fed Day, and it looks increasingly certain that it will be Jerome Powell's curtain call as chair.
April 29, 2026
Environment|Political|Travel|World
Taiwan minister says she visited second islet in disputed South China Sea
The Taiwanese minister in charge of the Coast Guard visited a second Taiwan-controlled islet deep in the South China Sea, she said on Wednesday, adding that complaints by
April 29, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Mali leader says situation under control in first speech since attacks
The leader of Mali's military government, Assimi Goita, on Tuesday made his first public appearance since insurgents launched coordinated attacks over the weekend, vowing
April 28, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
El Jardinero: What to know about ‘The Gardener,’ the Mexican cartel figure arrested in a ditch
El Jardinero: What to know about ‘The Gardener,’ the Mexican cartel figure arrested in a ditch
April 29, 2026
Crime|Health|World
Oakland attributes a 6-decade low in homicides, in part, to life coaches
The California city of Oakland has driven homicides to historic lows by offering services including life coaches to people most likely to get pulled into gang-related shootings
April 29, 2026
Americas|Sports|World
Pastrnak scores 9:14 into OT and Bruins avoid elimination with 2-1 win over Sabres
David Pastrnak scored on a breakaway 9:14 into overtime, and the Boston Bruins avoided elimination with a 2-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
US wants curbs on China as a condition for paying UN dues, report says
The United States has set specific conditions for the release of billions of dollars it owes to the United Nations, such as more cost-cutting and moves to
April 29, 2026
Europe|Political|Travel|World
King Charles III highlights US-UK bond during busy day of diplomacy with Trump and Congress
King Charles III has marked the 250th anniversary of American independence from Britain with gratitude that the two countries united to build “one of the most consequential alliances in human history.”
April 28, 2026
Business|Environment|Lifestyle|World
Indian billionaire heir offers to save 80 of Pablo Escobar’s ‘cocaine hippos’ from Colombian cull
Indian billionaire heir offers to save 80 of Pablo Escobar’s ‘cocaine hippos’ from Colombian cull
April 29, 2026
Arts|Australia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Australia moves to tax Meta, Google and TikTok to fund newsrooms
Australia is proposing to tax digital giants Meta, Google and TikTok on a part of their revenue to pay for news reporters
April 28, 2026
MidEast|Political|US|World
The Latest: United Arab Emirates says it will exit OPEC, while US-Iran negotiations stall
The United Arab Emirates has announced it will leave OPEC and the OPEC+ group, effective May 1
April 28, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
FIFA push for new red-card rules at World Cup approved after Champions League and AFCON incidents
Rules for showing red cards to players at the World Cup have been updated because of two controversies in international soccer this year
April 29, 2026
Arts|Economy|Education|Environment|World
Young Palestinian artists in Gaza exhibit their impressions of war as a fragile ceasefire holds
Young Palestinian artists in Gaza have staged an impromptu exhibit to show the world the impact of war and the fragile ceasefire
April 28, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Mexican man pleads guilty to impersonating Border Patrol agent to 'disrupt deportation missions'
A Mexican man in the United States has pleaded guilty to impersonating a Border Patrol agent and following federal immigration officers to divert them while they were out on immigration enforcement missions in Southern California
April 29, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Deadly severe storm outbreak enters sixth day as threat shifts east
Deadly severe storm outbreak enters sixth day as threat shifts east
April 27, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US soldier pleads not guilty to using intel on Maduro raid to win $400,000 on Polymarket
A U.S. special forces soldier has pleaded not guilty in federal court in New York to charges that he used classified information about the mission to capture former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro to win more than $400,000
April 28, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World
High-level talks begin on moving away from fossil fuels at Colombia conference
Ministers and officials are gathered in Colombia for a high-level conference aimed at accelerating the shift away from fossil fuels, with financing emerging as a key challenge
April 29, 2026
Crime|US|World
Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit against Arizona seeking voter data
A federal judge has dismissed a Department of Justice lawsuit against Arizona seeking access to the state’s voter records
April 29, 2026
Science|Technology|Travel|World
NASA's Artemis II moonship returns home to its launch site after historic voyage
The spacecraft that flew four astronauts around the moon is back where its record-breaking journey began
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
UAE’s OPEC exit has been long in the works – and may mark the beginning of a Gulf realignment
The UAE and Saudi Arabia have long been at odds over oil policy. The latest move is also likely to further their broader regional rivalry.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|US|World
Oakland, California, airport can use 'San Francisco' in name after settlement
San Francisco has settled a legal dispute with Oakland over the naming of its neighbor's airport
April 29, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World
Senate rejects attempt to end Trump's blockade of Cuba
Senate Republicans have rejected legislation from Democrats that would have required President Donald Trump to end the U.S. energy blockade on Cuba unless he receives approval from Congress
April 29, 2026
Arts|Sports|World
American Hailey Baptiste saves 6 match points to stun world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka at Madrid Open
American Hailey Baptiste has earned the biggest win of her career by saving six match points and beating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the quarterfinals of the Madrid Open
April 29, 2026
World
Appeals court rejects Trump’s no-bond immigration detentions, setting stage for Supreme Court review
A federal appeals court says the Trump administration cannot jail immigrants without a chance for a bond hearing, citing “serious constitutional questions.”
April 29, 2026
Crime|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Ukraine accuses Israel of aiding Russian trade in stolen grain
Ukraine accuses Israel of aiding Russian trade in stolen grain
April 29, 2026
Arts|Education|Political|Technology|Travel|World
Melania Trump and Queen Camilla play supporting roles during state visit
Melania Trump and Queen Camilla play supporting roles during state visit
April 29, 2026
Sports|World
Goals galore as PSG beats Bayern Munich 5-4 in record-setting Champions League semifinal 1st leg
Titleholder Paris Saint-Germain held on for a pulsating 5-4 win over Bayern Munich in a roller-coaster Champions League semifinal first leg
April 28, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|US|World
Judge questions Trump's plan to close the Kennedy Center for 2 years
A federal judge is questioning the decision to close Washington's Kennedy Center for renovations
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
US spy agencies examine how Iran would react to Trump declaring victory
By Erin Banco and Gram Slattery April 28 - U.S. intelligence agencies are studying how Iran would respond if President Donald Trump were to declare a unilateral victory in the two-month-old war that
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump, unhappy with latest peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'
Efforts to end the Iran conflict were at an impasse on Tuesday with U.S.
April 28, 2026
Health|Science|US|World
FDA's Makary expects decision on Prasad successor in coming weeks
U.S.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Main measures announced in Canada economic statement
Here are some of the main new measures that the Canadian government announced in a spring economic statement on Tuesday. * a new nationwide effort to recruit, train, and
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Canada says 2025/26 deficit was less than expected, trims growth forecasts
The Canadian government on Tuesday said the 2025/26 budget deficit would be lower than estimated and trimmed its growth forecasts for the next two fiscal years.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Eni signs agreement to relaunch heavy oil project in Venezuela
Italy's energy producer Eni on Tuesday signed an agreement with Venezuela's oil ministry and state-run oil company PDVSA to
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US companies project resilience even as Iran war risks mount
Top American companies from GM to Coca-Cola are trying to reassure investors they can weather the financial fallout from the Iran war, even as surging fuel and
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Stock Markets|World
Mondelez beats first-quarter estimates on resilient demand, pricing strength
Oreo-maker Mondelez International beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter revenue and profit on Tuesday, helped by resilient demand for its chocolates and biscuits along with
April 29, 2026
Political|Travel|US|World
US will issue commemorative passports with Trump’s picture for America's 250th birthday
The State Department says it's preparing a limited release of commemorative U.S. passports celebrating America’s 250th birthday and featuring a picture of President Donald Trump
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
UAE exit weakens OPEC+ power over oil market but group to stay together, sources say
OPEC and its allies will lose some of their power over the oil market when the United Arab Emirates leaves the group on
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
PPG beats quarterly profit, revenue estimates on pricing strength
PPG Industries beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit and revenue on Tuesday, helped by price hikes and strong demand in the aerospace and coatings segments.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Argentina court lifts suspension on Vicuna copper project
A court in Argentina's San Juan province on Tuesday allowed the Vicuna copper project, operated by Australia's BHP and Canada's Lundin Mining, to continue operating
April 29, 2026
Business|Travel|US|World
San Francisco, Port of Oakland settle airport trademark lawsuit
The City of San Francisco and the Port of Oakland have settled their trademark dispute over the use of "San Francisco" in the Oakland airport's name, according
April 29, 2026
Europe|Travel|US|World
King Charles promotes US-UK unity in speech to Congress amid Iran tensions
Britain's King Charles told the U.S.
April 28, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Trump's DOJ indicts former FBI director James Comey over '86 47' post
The U.S.
April 28, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
UN sanctions brother of Sudan's RSF leader, Colombian mercenaries
The United Nations on Tuesday imposed sanctions on Algoney Hamdan Daglo Musa, younger brother of the head of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF), and three Colombian mercenaries
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Trading Day: Chips off the table
U.S. tech stocks dived on Tuesday, slammed by worries over the sector's lofty growth expectations ahead of key earnings reports, while another
April 29, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|World
Mexican media giant Televisa beats earnings forecasts despite satellite slump
Mexican broadcaster Grupo Televisa, a top producer of Spanish-language content, on Tuesday posted a first-quarter net profit that more than tripled
April 29, 2026
Americas|Europe|US|World
America’s only special relationship is ‘probably Israel,’ says British ambassador to US in leaked comments
America’s only special relationship is ‘probably Israel,’ says British ambassador to US in leaked comments
April 29, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|World
US agents raid 22 Minnesota sites in social-welfare fraud probe
U.S. federal and state law enforcement agencies searched more than 20 locations in Minnesota on Tuesday as part of investigations
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel|World
Booking Holdings cuts annual revenue growth forecast as Middle East war weighs
Booking Holdings cut its annual revenue growth forecast on Tuesday and warned that the war in the Middle East could weigh on bookings through the end of June,
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Mining giant Grupo Mexico reports Q1 profit up 35%
Mining and transportation conglomerate Grupo Mexico reported on Tuesday a first-quarter net profit that climbed 35% compared to the same period a year earlier, coming
April 29, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Walmart in Mexico eyes World Cup push as profit ticks up in first quarter
Walmart's Mexico and Central America unit on Tuesday reported a slight rise in first-quarter net profit, beating analyst forecasts, as strong growth in Mexico and
April 29, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Justice Department indicts former FBI Director James Comey for a second time
Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted a second time by Trump’s Justice Department, two sources familiar told CNN. The specific charges were not immediately clear.
April 29, 2026
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel|World
Teen charged with killing stepsister on Carnival Cruise faces trial in June
A teenager charged with sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship will go to trial in over a month
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|US|Videos|World
LIV Golf moves to postpone New Orleans event amid clouded future
LIV Golf moves to postpone New Orleans event amid clouded future
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
US military says it boarded cargo ship suspected of heading to Iran during blockade but released it
The U.S. military has boarded another commercial vessel during its blockade of Iran’s ports, but unlike in previous cases, the ship was ultimately allowed to carry on its way
April 29, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
READ: Indictment of James Comey
READ: Indictment of James Comey
April 29, 2026
Crime|MidEast|World
Israel redeploys military battalion that assaulted, detained CNN team after one-month suspension
Israel redeploys military battalion that assaulted, detained CNN team after one-month suspension
April 29, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
US appeals court rejects Trump's immigration detention policy
A federal appeals court on Tuesday rejected the Trump administration's practice of subjecting most people arrested in its immigration crackdown to mandatory
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Russian 'shadow fleet' undeterred by Starmer's threat as nearly 100 ships cross UK waters
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's decision last month to let the British military board ships of Russia’s so‑called "shadow fleet" has had no
April 28, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World
DOJ cites shooting in bid to end lawsuit over Trump's White House ballroom
The Justice Department on Monday night asked a federal judge to throw out a lawsuit that has impeded President Donald Trump's plans for a White House ballroom, saying
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World
House Democrats urge Trump to keep US ban on Chinese cars
More than 70 Democrats in the U.S.
April 28, 2026
Election|Europe|Political|World
Hungary's Magyar proposes meeting with Zelenskiy on minority rights
Hungarian election winner Peter Magyar has proposed a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in western Ukraine to discuss minority rights of ethnic
April 28, 2026
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Argentina’s Milei walks fine line on Falklands amid US–UK tensions
Argentine President Javier Milei, a libertarian who has long cited former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher as one of his political role
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Dollar gains on risk-off mood; BOJ split vote gives yen brief lift
The dollar firmed on Tuesday as risk‑off flows driven by the Iran war offset a brief rally in the yen following the Bank of Japan's most divided policy
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
UK summons Iranian ambassador over embassy's 'unacceptable' comments on social media
Britain said on Tuesday the Iranian ambassador to London had been summoned over what the government described as the Iranian embassy's "unacceptable and inflammatory"
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World
Sinking AI stocks and rising oil prices weigh on Wall Street
Sinking AI stocks and another climb in oil prices helped pull Wall Street off its record heights
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Some groups ask US trade agency for new duties, import bans to fight forced labor
Pro-tariff and human rights groups asked the Trump administration on Tuesday to impose new import bans, duties and quotas to combat forced labor
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
EU rules reining in Big Tech will now target cloud services and AI, regulators say
The European Union plans to turn the focus of its landmark rules curbing the power of Big Tech to cloud and artificial intelligence services, aiming to
April 28, 2026
Political|World
Israeli strikes kill five in south Lebanon, including three rescuers
Two successive Israeli strikes on a building in a southern Lebanese town killed five people on Tuesday, including three rescuers who went to help those wounded in the
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US pump prices near 4-year high on Iran war disruption, refinery outages
The average U.S. gasoline price rose to its highest level in nearly four years after the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran at the end of February, according to
April 28, 2026
Environment|Europe|Political|World
Putin says Ukraine has intensified attacks on civilian targets in Russia
Ukraine has stepped up attacks on civilian infrastructure in Russia, President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday, citing a recent drone strike on an oil refinery in the
April 29, 2026
Business|Health|Science|Technology|World
US FDA to monitor clinical trial data in real time in pilot program aimed at speeding approvals
The U.S.
April 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Oil prices rise with eyes on Iran, UAE; AI concerns weigh on stocks
Oil prices rose on Tuesday as investors assessed the stalemate in the Iran conflict and news that the United Arab Emirates was cutting ties with OPEC,
April 28, 2026
Africa|Election|Political|World
Senegal MPs back electoral reform that could open door to Sonko candidacy
Senegal's National Assembly overwhelmingly approved on Tuesday changes to the country's electoral code, introducing provisions that could pave the way for
April 29, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Technology|World
FCC orders early reviews of Disney-owned ABC stations
The Federal Communications Commission on Tuesday ordered early license reviews of eight Disney-owned ABC stations in a major escalation of the Trump administration's
April 29, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|World
US soldier pleads not guilty to charges of gambling on Maduro ouster
The U.S.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
JPMorgan CEO says not worried about inflation, risks remain of higher prices
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said on Tuesday he is not worried about inflation, but added among the worst-case scenarios for the economy is the
April 28, 2026
World
The Latest: King Charles visits Washington with hopes of restoring the US-UK relationship
King Charles III will embrace some of Washington’s most formal ceremonial trappings as he tries to emphasize a bond between the United Kingdom and the United States that is so strong it can withstand the political turmoil of the moment
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
US to issue passports featuring Trump’s picture to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary
US to issue passports featuring Trump’s picture to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary
April 29, 2026
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World
Neighbors breathe sigh of relief after explosives removed from home
Neighbors breathe sigh of relief after explosives removed from home
April 29, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|Sports|World
Soldier accused of betting on Maduro raid, winning $400,000, pleads not guilty
Soldier accused of betting on Maduro raid, winning $400,000, pleads not guilty
April 29, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World
Ukraine says it shot down 33,000 Russian drones in March, a monthly record
Ukraine’s defense minister says the country's armed forces shot down more than 33,000 Russian drones of various types in March, a record monthly figure since Moscow launched its all-out invasion more than four years ago
April 28, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Jury is deliberating in trial of alleged IS militant charged in deadly Kabul airport bombing
A jury in Virginia is deliberating in the trial of an alleged Islamic State militant accused of helping plan a deadly suicide bombing at a Kabul airport during the U.S. military’s chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021
April 29, 2026
Sports|Technology|World
Athletics-Adidas innovation underpins Sawe's historic sub‑two marathon in London
Kite-surfing fabrics, car tyres and shortened shoelaces helped Kenyan Sabastian Sawe and Adidas crack the two‑hour marathon
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Trump approval sinks to new low as war with Iran drives cost-of-living concerns
President Donald Trump's approval rating sank to the lowest level of his current term, as Americans increasingly soured on his handling of the cost of
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Blue Owl adviser sued over allegedly inflating fund values, charging excessive fees
An investor in one of Blue Owl Capital's private credit funds has filed a suit in New York accusing the company's investment adviser of breaching its fiduciary duties by
April 28, 2026
Crime|Political|Travel|World
Epstein scandal lingers in background of King Charles’ visit to Washington
Epstein scandal lingers in background of King Charles’ visit to Washington
April 29, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|US|World
'You can lose someone at any second': Wife of man killed in Pewaukee lightning strike warns others ahead of severe weather
'You can lose someone at any second': Wife of man killed in Pewaukee lightning strike warns others ahead of severe weather
April 29, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|World
The Supreme Court seems likely to shut down a lawsuit by Falun Gong over Cisco's aid to China
The Supreme Court seems likely to grant tech giant Cisco’s bid to shut down a lawsuit claiming that the company’s technology was used to persecute members of the Falun Gong spiritual movement in China
April 28, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Starmer averts ethics probe over Mandelson appointment but faces more pressure
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has avoided a parliamentary inquiry over appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington
April 28, 2026
Crime|Health|Political|World
Former Fauci adviser indicted for allegedly concealing communications related to COVID-19 research
A former senior adviser to Dr. Anthony Fauci has been indicted on federal charges alleging he conspired to hide his communications related to COVID-19 research as the pandemic unfolded
April 28, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology|World
Students injured in Brown University shooting sue school, alleging security failures
Brown University is facing lawsuits from three students injured in a campus shooting on December 13
April 28, 2026
Crime|World
Belarus frees prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut in a 10-person prisoner swap
Officials say prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut has been released from jail in Belarus in a swap with Poland that also saw a total of 10 people freed as the authoritarian leader of Belarus seeks improved relations with the West
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Global inflation worries stir on energy price flare-up, but still relatively subdued
Inflation in most countries will be markedly higher this year than predicted three months ago amid a stalemate in the energy crisis brought about by the
April 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|World
European Parliament backs EU-wide consent-based definition of rape
European Parliament lawmakers voted on Tuesday in favour of a consent-based definition of rape — known as "only yes means yes" — and urged the European
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|Travel|World
Panama's Copa Airlines to buy 60 Boeing 737 Max jets
Copa Airlines tied up an agreement with Boeing and GE Aerospace to purchase up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft for a list price of around $13.5 billion,
April 28, 2026
Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World
Gold miners set to stay in Mali despite attacks, industry sources say
International mining companies are likely to keep investing in Mali, one of Africa's
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Suspected members of Nigeria-linked Black Axe crime gang arrested in Switzerland
Suspected members of the Nigerian-linked Black Axe crime gang have been arrested in Switzerland accused of involvement in romance scams and cyberfraud, Europol said on
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
FedEx, UPS vow to return tariff refunds to customers
Parcel delivery giants FedEx and UPS said on Tuesday they would return any tariff refunds to customers as the U.S. government begins to return the illegally collected levies.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Drone diplomacy wins Ukraine valuable allies, but now it must deliver
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has leveraged Ukraine's expertise in drone warfare into a series of successful diplomatic deals during visits to the Middle
April 28, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Pro-Kurdish party criticises Turkey's 'hesitant' steps toward PKK peace
Turkey's pro-Kurdish DEM Party issued one of its strongest criticisms yet of the government's handling of a fragile peace process, highlighting on Tuesday a growing stand-
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
US consumer confidence unexpectedly improves, but higher gasoline prices still a worry
U.S. consumer confidence unexpectedly edged higher in April amid a rally in share prices following a ceasefire in the war with Iran and improved
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
UPS keeps full-year revenue target, says fuel price spike from Iran war could hurt demand
United Parcel Service on Tuesday reiterated its full-year revenue target despite projecting a return to growth in the June quarter, as
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|Health|World
UN court orders medical review of jailed Bosnian Serb general Mladic amid release bid
The U.N. war crimes court has ordered an independent medical assessment of lifetime inmate Ratko Mladic, after the 84-year-old Bosnian Serb general sought early release
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
AI disruption puts focus on long-term value of US equities, Goldman Sachs says
AI's potential to disrupt businesses has sparked concerns over the dependency of U.S. equity
April 28, 2026
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World
People linked to top Orban aide were blocked trying to send funds abroad, Hungary's Magyar says
Tax authorities in Hungary have blocked transfers of funds abroad by unidentified people linked to a top aide to outgoing Hungarian leader Viktor Orban, election winner
April 28, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Romania's two largest parties call no-confidence vote in pro-European government
The minority government of Romania's pro-European Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan could fall in early May after his former coalition partner, the leftist Social Democrats,
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
HSBC turns bullish on US equities citing earnings momentum
HSBC on Tuesday upgraded its stance on U.S. equities to "overweight" from "neutral, as earnings momentum and easing geopolitical risks turned the
April 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Technology|World
US Supreme Court weighs claims Cisco aided Chinese human rights abuses
The U.S.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
UAE leaves OPEC in blow to global oil producers' group
The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday said it was quitting OPEC, dealing a blow to the oil producers' group as an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|World
US bond markets diverge as Middle East conflict tests Fed outlook
A Middle East conflict now in its ninth week has splintered the U.S. fixed-income market, with investors in corporate credit behaving as if
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Airbus misses profit estimates as deliveries slow amid engine crunch
Europe's Airbus posted a first-quarter core profit that more than halved on Tuesday, well below market expectations, as the world's largest planemaker
April 28, 2026
Business|Entertainment|World
FCC to order early license reviews of Disney-owned ABC stations, source says
The Federal Communications Commission is set to order early reviews of eight Disney-owned ABC stations as soon as Tuesday in a dramatic escalation
April 28, 2026
Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World
North Korea's Kim praises soldiers who committed suicide to evade capture in Ukraine
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has praised soldiers who committed suicide while fighting against Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region, confirming an extreme battle
April 28, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
GM expects a $500 million tariff refund from Trump levies the Supreme Court struck down
General Motors is expecting a $500 million tariff refund after the Supreme Court struck down some of President Donald Trump’s most sweeping levies
April 28, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World
Man pleads guilty to plotting attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna
A man accused of plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift’s concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago has pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
BP's profit more than doubles as US gas prices hit the highest point since the start of war in Iran
BP’s profit more than doubled in the first quarter as the war in Iran drove energy prices sharply higher
April 28, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|World
UAE quits OPEC in blow to cartel that could reshape global oil markets
UAE quits OPEC in blow to cartel that could reshape global oil markets
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
US consumer confidence inches higher in April despite Iran war, soaring gasoline prices
U.S. consumer confidence rose modestly in April despite growing anxiety over soaring energy prices brought on by the war in Iran
April 28, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Canadian PM invited to attend European Political Community summit in May
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has been invited to attend next month's summit of the European Political Community (EPC) in Armenia, European Council President Antonio Costa
April 28, 2026
Business|Finance|Travel|World
Iran and US allowed Russian superyacht to cross Strait of Hormuz, source says
A superyacht owned by Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov was able to transit the blockaded Strait of Hormuz after undergoing maintenance in Dubai because neither Iran nor the
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Franklin Templeton's quarterly profit rises on strong inflows
Investment manager Franklin Resources, better known as Franklin Templeton, reported a jump in second-quarter profit on Tuesday, helped by strong inflows that lifted its fee income
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Standard Chartered, BlackRock, OKX launch collateral framework for tokenised Treasury fund
Standard Chartered announced on Tuesday the launch of a new framework that permits institutional clients to use BlackRock's tokenised short-term U.S.
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Gunman, 89, arrested after five wounded in Athens shootings
Police arrested an 89-year-old suspected of wounding five people in two separate gun attacks in Athens on Tuesday, the Greek citizens' protection ministry said.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
US single-family home prices unchanged on monthly basis in February, FHFA says
U.S. single-family house prices were unchanged on a monthly basis in February, but elevated mortgage rates as the war with Iran continues could keep the dream of
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Italian magistrates open urgent probe into pardon for former Berlusconi showgirl
Italian magistrates said on Tuesday they had opened urgent checks into whether Nicole Minetti, an ally of late Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, lied to
April 28, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|World
JPMorgan to become global partner of 2028 Olympics, 2030 Winter Games
JPMorgan Chase on Tuesday announced a partnership with the International Olympic Committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games,
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Russia's FSB says archaeologist Butyagin released by Poland in prisoner swap, TASS reports
Russia's Federal Security Service said on Tuesday that Russian archaeologist Alexander Butyagin had been released by Poland as part of a prisoner swap, state news agency
April 28, 2026
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World
ICC orders $8.5 million in compensation for victims of Timbuktu Islamist who imposed sharia law
More than 65,000 victims of a Malian Islamist who was a key figure in the police force that imposed sharia law on Timbuktu in 2012 and ordered public floggings and
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Sherwin-Williams sees quarterly sales growth on price hikes
Paintmaker Sherwin-Williams on Tuesday forecast mid-single-digit sales growth for the second quarter, banking on price increases and contributions from recent
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World
UK counter-terrorism police investigate arson at Jewish memorial wall
Police said on Tuesday they were investigating suspected arson at a memorial wall in a part of north London that is home to a large Jewish community, amid a recent spate
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Oil ends up nearly 3% as Hormuz disruption outweighs UAE OPEC exit
Oil prices closed up nearly 3% on Tuesday as persistent worries about supply constraints from the closed Strait of Hormuz outweighed concerns about
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Italy's parliament backs donation of aircraft carrier to Indonesia
Italy's parliament on Tuesday backed a government plan to donate an ageing aircraft carrier to Indonesia, a move the administration said would strengthen
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Citadel's Griffin to meet with NY leadership this week
Ken Griffin, founder and CEO of the hedge fund and market trading firm Citadel, said on Tuesday he will meet with New York State Governor Kathy Hochul on
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Barrick names top executives to work on North American IPO
Barrick Mining named on Tuesday, Wessel Hamman as chief financial officer of the new company that will hold its North American assets in
April 28, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Hungary's outgoing PM Orban offers to quit as Fidesz party chief, local media say
Hungary's outgoing prime minister, Viktor Orban, offered his resignation as leader of his right-wing Fidesz party on Tuesday but a party congress in June will decide
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Technology|World
US signs energy and AI deals with Balkan countries as its influence widens
The United States and U.S. companies signed deals worth billions of dollars with Balkan countries on Tuesday, boosting Washington's energy presence in the
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine in diplomatic tussle with Israel over grain Kyiv says 'stolen' by Russia
Ukraine and Israel traded diplomatic blows on Tuesday as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned what he said were grain purchases from occupied Ukrainian
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Britain challenges court decision that Palestine Action ban was unlawful
Britain on Tuesday sought to uphold a ban on pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action, which it has designated a terrorist organisation, after a court ruling that the move
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Belarus frees Polish journalist, Warsaw frees Russian archaeologist in prisoner swap
Belarus has released Andrzej Poczobut, a Polish-Belarusian journalist and activist, as part of a prisoner exchange at the
April 28, 2026
Europe|World
US envoy says Belarus may free more prisoners in next month
U.S. special envoy John Coale said on Tuesday he expects to secure the release of additional prisoners from Belarus within the next month, adding that
April 28, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
Trump says Iran wants US to open Hormuz Strait as soon as possible
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran has said it was in a state of collapse and wants the United States to open the Strait of Hormuz while it sorts out its
April 28, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli strikes on Gaza kill five, including 9-year-old boy, medics say
Israeli strikes killed five Palestinians, including a 9-year-old boy, in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, health officials said.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Three of Brazil's nine central bank seats to be empty at policy meeting
Brazil's central bank said on Tuesday that director Rodrigo Alves Teixeira will not attend this week's monetary policy meeting due to the passing of a relative.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costs
Governments worldwide are trying to shield consumers from soaring energy costs resulting from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
March 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
JetBlue plans capacity cuts, fare hikes as high fuel costs widen quarterly loss
JetBlue Airways said on Tuesday it plans to slow hiring, cut capacity and hike fares to soften the blow from soaring jet fuel costs after
April 28, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
US not funding Congo's $100 million mine guard, embassy says
The United States said on Tuesday it is not funding any security units tasked with policing or guarding mines in Democratic Republic of Congo after
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Iran’s Guards seize wartime power, blunting Supreme Leader's role
Two months into a war with the U.S. and Israel, Iran no longer has a single, undisputed clerical arbiter at the pinnacle of
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
89-year-old man arrested for allegedly wounding at least 4 people with a shotgun in Greek capital
Greek authorities say several people have been wounded after a gunman opened fire at a social security office and at a courthouse in central Athens
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Russian superyacht crosses blockaded Strait of Hormuz
A superyacht linked to sanctioned Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov sailed through the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, shipping data showed, one of very few vessels to transit
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
BYD posts steepest profit drop in six years as China sales falter
Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD's quarterly profit fell at its fastest pace since 2020, a stock market filing showed on Tuesday, hit by
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Spain sticks to 2.2% economic growth forecast, for now
The Spanish government still expects the economy to grow 2.2% this year, Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo said on Tuesday, adding though that uncertainty triggered by the
April 28, 2026
Crime|Education|Political|US|World
Southern Poverty Law Center says its informant program was not kept secret from law enforcement
The Southern Poverty Law Center has told a federal court that law enforcement agencies knew for years that the nonprofit was paying informants to report on the movements of hate groups
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Austrian pleads guilty to foiled attack on Taylor Swift's Vienna concert
A 21-year-old accused of planning an Islamist attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna in 2024 that was foiled at the 11th hour
April 28, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology|World
Spotify's spending plan hurts profit outlook as Europe, North America growth lags
Spotify forecast second-quarter earnings below estimates on Tuesday, citing more spending on marketing for new features as growth in major markets of Europe and
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Blaze at Moscow construction site kills at least seven
At least seven people were killed and 13 others injured in a fire at a building under construction in northern Moscow on Tuesday before firefighters brought the blaze
April 28, 2026
Business|Europe|Political|World
Ex-aide backs UK's Starmer over Mandelson appointment
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's one-time closest aide, Morgan McSweeney, backed his former boss on Tuesday by
April 28, 2026
Africa|Education|Environment|Health|World
Children at 'breaking point' in Darfur as they face extreme hunger and violence, UN says
Five million children across Sudan's Darfur region are facing extreme deprivation, the United Nations children's agency said on Tuesday, issuing an
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
Italy budget watchdog casts doubt on government debt reduction pledges
Italy's budget watchdog, UPB, raised doubts on Tuesday over the government's pledge to put the country's massive debt on a downward path starting from 2027
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P Global reports higher first-quarter profit on demand for analytics products
Financial information company S&P Global reported a rise in first-quarter profit on Tuesday on strong demand for its data and analytics offerings amid geopolitical uncertainty,
April 28, 2026
Arts|Economy|Europe|Political|World
How a rising star of France’s far right weaponised a routine inquiry against public broadcasters
A French fact‑finding inquiry — normally a dull parliamentary ritual — has turned into a polarising political spectacle, giving France's far right an
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Hilton raises 2026 room revenue growth forecast, flags impact of Middle East conflict
Hotel operator Hilton Worldwide Holdings raised annual room revenue growth forecast on Tuesday, betting on a rebound in domestic travel to boost demand across
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|World
India's March industrial output slows to 5‑month low of 4.1% on manufacturing, power drag
India's industrial output expanded 4.1% in March, its slowest pace in five months, as softer factory output and weak power generation weighed on growth, government data
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Norway wealth fund CEO warns just using AI for job cuts risks backlash
The CEO of Norway's $2.2 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's largest, urged companies on Tuesday to use artificial intelligence to "lift everybody
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Brazil's mid-April consumer prices undershoot forecasts ahead of rate decision
Brazil's inflation accelerated less than expected in early April despite a jump in fuel and food prices, official data showed on Tuesday, reinforcing market
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Foreign demand for US corporate bonds rises as investors favor tech over financials, Citigroup says
Foreign demand for U.S. investment-grade corporate bonds has remained strong for 15 consecutive months, according to Citigroup, as overseas investors rotate into technology, media
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Brazil's Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro are neck and neck in presidential runoff, poll finds
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro were tied in a simulated run-off, an AtlasIntel/Bloomberg poll showed on Tuesday, ahead of
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World
United Arab Emirates says it will leave OPEC effective May 1
The United Arab Emirates says that it will leave the oil cartel OPEC effective May 1
April 28, 2026
Crime|Health|Travel|World
Tourist dies after being bitten at snake show while on vacation in Egypt
Tourist dies after being bitten at snake show while on vacation in Egypt
April 28, 2026
Africa|Crime|Europe|World
ICC awards $8.4 million in reparations to victims of al-Qaida-linked leader in Mali
The International Criminal Court has ordered an al-Qaida-linked leader to pay 7.2 million euros in reparations for atrocities in Timbuktu in Mali
April 28, 2026
Science|Technology|World
How electronic warfare is sowing confusion in cockpits
How electronic warfare is sowing confusion in cockpits
April 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political|World
US seeks to accelerate deportations of migrant children in custody, CNN reports
The U.S. administration is bringing forward immigration hearings for deportations of migrant children in custody by weeks or even months in a bid to accelerate the process, CNN
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|World
Ghana rejects proposed US health aid deal, citing data concerns, source says
Ghana has rejected a bilateral health deal with the U.S., a source familiar with the negotiations told Reuters, the latest stumbling block to the
April 28, 2026
Business|Political|World
Gulf leaders meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss response to Iranian strikes
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chaired a consultative meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council in Jeddah on Tuesday, state media said, the first in-person meeting of Gulf
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
EssilorLuxottica CEO confident medtech push can drive share price recovery
The head of EssilorLuxottica expressed confidence a push into medical technology would eventually drive a recovery in the market value of the world's
April 28, 2026
Environment|Europe|Science|World
Effort begins to rescue Timmy, the humpback whale, stranded off Germany's Baltic coast
An attempt to remove a stranded humpback whale from shallow waters off Germany's Baltic coast began on Tuesday, after four weeks of intense public
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Talons on show
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets This week’s pack of major central bank meetings got off to a
April 28, 2026
Asia|Business|Political|World
Philippines not concerned Iran war will distract US from region, top defence official says
The Philippines is not worried about any reduction in U.S. deterrence capabilities in the Indo-Pacific due to the war in the Middle East,
April 28, 2026
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World
EU's top diplomat calls on Southeast Asian countries to seek alternatives to Russian oil
The European Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urged partner countries in Southeast Asia on Tuesday not to turn to Russia for oil supplies as they try
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Inflation surge and eroding growth raise policy dilemma for ECB
Euro zone inflation expectations are surging on the fallout from the Iran war but economic growth is faltering, separate European
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Blocking of Meta's AI startup buy raises risk for cross-border China tech deals
China's blocking of Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus will heighten the risk for global investors
April 28, 2026
Business|Technology|World
China's cyberspace regulator warns ByteDance apps, website over AI-content labelling
China's cyberspace administrator has ordered ByteDance's video editing apps Jianying and Maoxiang, and website Jimeng AI, to comply with rules on labelling AI-generated
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Russian central bank wants mandatory yuan reserves for lenders
MOSCOW, April 28 - Russia's central bank wants commercial banks to hold mandatory reserves of yuan to prevent shortages of the Chinese currency in the foreign exchange market and rein in excessive
April 28, 2026
Arts|Education|Travel|World
She married her brother, then he died. The monument to her grief was a Wonder of the Ancient World
She married her brother, then he died. The monument to her grief was a Wonder of the Ancient World
November 21, 2025
Asia|Crime|World
Indonesia commuter train crash toll rises to 15 as rescuers complete evacuation
The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 15 with another 88 injured, a senior minister said on Tuesday,
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Iran eases internet curbs for businesses as blackout enters third month
Iran's top security body has approved a temporary scheme for businesses to access the global internet with fewer restrictions, a government spokesperson told Iranian media
April 28, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Toyota suppliers feeling profit pressure from Iran war
Japanese parts suppliers to automakers including Toyota face mounting cost and supply uncertainties due to the Iran war, warning that oil-related
April 28, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Finland and Estonia say US defence deliveries delayed over Middle East war
Some U.S. defence equipment deliveries to Europe are being delayed because of the war in the Middle East, the presidents of Finland and Estonia said on Tuesday.
April 28, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
Trump push for state voter rolls rebuffed by courts as midterms near
As the U.S. midterm elections approach, Democrats are winning legal challenges to the Trump administration's push to obtain states' voter rolls, dealing a blow to the
April 28, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World
As war nears two months, displaced Lebanese family sinks into despair
It has been nearly two months, but Rabih Khreiss still has trouble recognising his new life.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
The Hormuz digital chokepoint: How does the Iran war threaten subsea cables?
Iran warned last week that submarine cables in the Strait of Hormuz were a vulnerable point for the region's digital economy, raising concerns about
April 28, 2026
Africa|Economy|World
Russia calls for rapid restoration of peace in Mali after sustaining casualties
Russia said on Tuesday it was important to quickly restore peace and stability in Mali where its forces are helping the military-led government battle insurgents who
April 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Swiss court discontinues Karimova trial
Switzerland's Federal Criminal Court has discontinued a money laundering trial against Gulnara Karimova, a daughter of Uzbekistan's former president, on the grounds that
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|World
These Haitian immigrants contribute nearly $6 billion to the economy. Their fate is in the Supreme Court’s hands
These Haitian immigrants contribute nearly $6 billion to the economy. Their fate is in the Supreme Court’s hands
April 28, 2026
Europe|Political|US|World
King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress
King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump pursues new import taxes to replace the tariffs the Supreme Court rejected
When the Supreme Court killed his favorite tariffs in February, President Donald Trump rolled out temporary import taxes to replace them
April 28, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|World
Sri Lanka arrests 22 Buddhist monks allegedly carrying over 110 kilos of cannabis at airport
Sri Lanka arrests 22 Buddhist monks allegedly carrying over 110 kilos of cannabis at airport
April 28, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
Rescuers recover last victims from Indonesia train wreck that killed 15 and injured dozens
Rescuers have finished removing victims from a damaged commuter train car, confirming the crash outside Indonesia’s capital killed 15 people
April 28, 2026
Business|Technology|US|World
US ends probe on Tesla Model Y vehicles without manufacturer action
The U.S.
April 28, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
South Korea's central bank cites war uncertainty in cautious approach, minutes show
South Korea's monetary policy board said a cautious, wait-and-see approach is appropriate for now as heightened uncertainty from the Iran war warrants more monitoring of
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
Euro zone banks tighten access to credit as Iran war bites: ECB survey
Euro zone banks tightened access to credit in the three months to March and expect to continue doing so this quarter as the war in Iran pushes up energy prices and
April 28, 2026
Asia|Business|MidEast|Political|World
Iran willing to share defensive capabilities with Asian partners, deputy defence minister says
Iran is ready to share its defensive weapons capabilities with "independent countries, especially members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)", Deputy Defence
April 28, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|World
Google signs classified AI deal with Pentagon, The Information reports
Alphabet's Google joined a growing list of technology firms to sign a deal with the U.S.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
China's central bank guides banks to step up lending in April, sources say
China's central bank has instructed some commercial banks to expand loan issuance in April, said sources with knowledge of the matter, as authorities seek to prevent a sharp
April 28, 2026
Business|Health|Technology|World
US agency upgrades probe into JLR vehicles' steering troubles
The U.S.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
European shares hit near three-week low on Mideast impasse, mixed earnings
European shares ended near a three-week low on Tuesday as mixed corporate earnings, uncertainty over the Middle East conflict, and caution ahead of
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Nippon Express shares soar after Elliott discloses latest Japan stake
Shares of Japanese logistics firm Nippon Express Holdings leapt as much as 15% after U.S. activist investor Elliott Investment Management disclosed a 5.04% stake in the
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Bank of Japan keeps rates steady but hawkish split points to June hike
The Bank of Japan kept interest rates steady on Tuesday but three of its nine-member board proposed hiking borrowing costs, signalling
April 28, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Ukraine needs to approve parcel tax to keep IMF funding, source says
Ukraine needs to adopt a law introducing a value-added tax on inexpensive parcels from abroad to ensure its $8.1 billion programme with the International
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Iran’s economy was in a dire state before the war. Now millions face job losses and poverty
Iran’s economy was in a dire state before the war. Now millions face job losses and poverty
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Two Spirit Airlines creditor groups back Trump bailout plan, FT reports
Spirit Airlines has won the backing of two of its three major creditor groupings needed to secure a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration, the Financial Times
April 28, 2026
Business|Technology|World
China's Hongqi, once favoured by Mao, eyes Stellantis Spain plant for European expansion
Chinese luxury automaker Hongqi, famed as Mao Zedong's preferred car brand, is in talks with Stellantis to build vehicles at
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
BOJ's hawkish hold
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee In a week packed with central bank meetings, the Bank of Japan's hawkish hold has set the stage for the Fed, the Bank of
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
China's Chery seeks to be 'Toyota plus Tesla' as it targets global expansion
Chery, China's largest car exporter, is taking inspiration from two very
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Australia to charge Big Tech companies 2% levy unless they strike local news deals
The Australian government said on Tuesday that Meta, Alphabet's Google and TikTok could face multimillion-dollar charges if they did not
April 28, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|World
Iran war is latest blow to Somalia's malnourished children
For Somalia's malnourished children, already suffering the twin catastrophes of looming famine and radical cuts in
April 28, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
North Korea sharply increased executions during pandemic lockdown, rights group says
North Korea sharply raised the number of executions it conducted after shutting its borders during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the largest share linked to
April 28, 2026
Africa|Health|Political|World
A South Sudan community is denied aid as government and opposition blame each other
Displaced people in a South Sudan village have been denied lifesaving aid by the government, according to eyewitnesses and aid groups
April 28, 2026
Business|Finance|Technology|World
Meta prepares to undo Manus acquisition after China ban, WSJ reports
Meta Platforms is preparing to unwind its acquisition of artificial intelligence startup Manus after China blocked the deal on national security grounds, the Wall Street Journal
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
BOJ keeps rates steady but 3 board members dissent, call for hike
The Bank of Japan kept interest rates steady on Tuesday but three in the nine-member board proposed hiking borrowing costs, signalling the bank's concern over inflationary
April 28, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers complete evacuation
The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 14 with another 84 injured, the train operator said on Tuesday,
April 28, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|US|World
Hegseth and Kid Rock went ‘for a ride’ with Army helicopter pilots weeks after previous Apache incident sparked criticism
Hegseth and Kid Rock went ‘for a ride’ with Army helicopter pilots weeks after previous Apache incident sparked criticism
April 28, 2026
Asia|Political|World
At UN, China denounces Japan and EU over South China Sea remarks
China denounced remarks by Japan and the European Union about the South China Sea at a U.N.
April 28, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
For the average price of a car in the US, you could buy 5 new Chinese EVs
Call it a different kind of sticker shock.
April 28, 2026
Political|Science|Technology|World
Trump administration fires entire National Science Board
President Donald Trump's administration has terminated the entire National Science Board of more than 20 members, two fired members of the board said
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US treasury chief says businesses working with Iranian airlines risk sanctions
Businesses working with Iranian airlines risk U.S. sanctions, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday, calling the warning a part of a
April 28, 2026
Business|Environment|Political|US|World
Trump withdraws nomination of hospitality executive to head National Park Service
The White House has withdrawn President Donald Trump's nomination of a hospitality company executive to be director of the National Park Service more
April 28, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote
A series of attacks in Colombia's southwest has raised security concerns before the May presidential election
April 28, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Trump unhappy with Iranian proposal, US official says
A U.S. official said on Monday that President Donald Trump is unhappy with an Iranian proposal because it did not address
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Over 1,000 US TSA officers have left since start of shutdown, DHS says
Over 1,000 U.S.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Stable India growth outlook masks hit to vast informal sector, say economists: Reuters poll
India's economic growth outlook is broadly unchanged despite the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, according to a Reuters poll of economists who warned that
April 28, 2026
Americas|Crime|World
Top Jalisco cartel leader 'El Jardinero' arrested in Mexico
Mexican special forces have arrested Audias Flores,
April 28, 2026
Asia|Political|World
Taiwan on alert after spotting two Chinese warships near its Penghu islands
Taiwan has spotted two Chinese warships operating in waters near the Penghu islands in the Taiwan Strait and has sent its own naval and air forces to keep watch, the
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|US|World
Foreign automakers threaten to pull cheapest models from US without trade deal, WSJ reports
Foreign automakers have warned the Trump administration that they could pull their cheapest car models from the U.S. market if the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is not
April 28, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|Health|World
Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers work to remove trapped passengers
The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 14 with another 84 injured, the train operator said on Tuesday, as rescuers worked
April 28, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Dangerous severe weather today targets the Plains and Midwest
Millions face the threat of dangerous storms capable of producing tornadoes and hail up to baseball size or larger. CNN News Central's Sara Sidner gets the latest forecast from CNN Meteorologist Chris Warren.
April 27, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Iranian defence official holds talks with Russian, Belarusian ministers
Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov held talks in Kyrgyzstan on Monday with Iran's Deputy Defence Minister Reza Talaei-Nik, state-run TASS news agency reported.
April 28, 2026
Crime|Political|Sports|World
Soccer-Congressmen call for National Guard to address drone threats at the World Cup
Two Republican members of Congress are calling on the Trump administration to empower the National Guard to address potential drone-related threats and
April 28, 2026
Business|Health|US|World
US DEA medical marijuana registration portal to launch Wednesday
Companies seeking to register as medical marijuana dispensaries after U.S.
April 28, 2026
Crime|Political|World
US House Republicans to modify Senate-passed DHS funding bill, courting delay
Legislation to fund the U.S.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
UK budget rules should seek to lower debt, parliament committee says
British finance minister Rachel Reeves should explicitly aim to bring public debt below its current level within the next three years, rather than simply halt its current
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Irish consumer sentiment hits fresh 3-year low in April
Irish consumer sentiment fell for a second successive month in April, but the pace of decline was smaller than the previous month as households started to better manage
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Easter discounts lower UK shop price inflation in April, BRC survey shows
Easter promotions on chocolate eggs, home renovation materials and clothing helped lower shop price inflation in April, offering households some respite
April 28, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World
US Congress Republicans push legislation to build, fund Trump's $400 million ballroom
Two days after a shooting at a dinner that President Donald Trump was attending, Republicans in the U.S.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|World
Star Entertainment reports quarterly loss on lower table games revenue
Embattled Australian casino operator Star Entertainment swung to a third-quarter loss from a profit in the prior three-month period, hurt by seasonal weakness and lower table
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|World
Paramount seeks FCC approval for foreign investors backing Warner Bros acquisition
Paramount Skydance has asked the U.S.
April 27, 2026
Economy|Education|Health|World
UNICEF warns Afghanistan could lose up to 25,000 female health workers, teachers
Afghanistan is at risk of losing more than 25,000 female teachers and health workers by 2030 if the Taliban-led country's restrictions on girls' education and
April 28, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends, officials say
Iran has offered to end its control over the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. lifts its blockade and ends the war
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
The Latest: Iran wants Strait of Hormuz reopening tied to an end to the war, officials say
Iran has offered to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear program
April 27, 2026
Environment|Science|Technology|World
Twin tornadoes spotted in northern Oklahoma
Twin tornadoes were observed in a rural area near Foraker, Oklahoma, as severe storms could threaten parts of the Midwest.
April 27, 2026
Business|Technology|World
Pentagon can require reporters to be escorted during appeal process, judges rule
An appeals court has ruled that the Defense Department can require journalists to be escorted on Pentagon grounds while the Trump administration appeals a judge’s decision to block its enforcement of a press access policy challenged by The New York Times
April 28, 2026
Election|Finance|US|World
DeSantis and Florida Republicans push to flip four US House seats in what Democrats call a ‘dummymander’
DeSantis and Florida Republicans push to flip four US House seats in what Democrats call a ‘dummymander’
April 27, 2026
Sports|World
Sabres are on the verge of a long-awaited series win, and the Ducks are too
The Buffalo Sabres have shed the burden of a 14-year absence from the Stanley Cup playoffs that set a dubious NHL record and surged toward their next big thing
April 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World
Utah charges man with murder in January shooting outside church in Salt Lake City
Prosecutors say a man in California is in custody on murder charges in connection with a shooting in January that left two people dead in a Salt Lake City church parking lot
April 28, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Islamic State militants kill at least 29 in an attack on a village in northeastern Nigeria
Officials say militants with the Islamic State group attacked a village overnight in northeastern Nigeria, killing at least 29 people
April 28, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World
Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents' dinner shooting
The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner with guns and knives has been charged with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
KKR, Macquarie in Italy-backed talks over telecoms network commercial deal, sources say
The owners of Italian telecommunications companies FiberCop and Open Fiber are discussing the terms of a possible commercial deal to
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World
Canada is still reviewing plan to buy US fighter jets, defense minister says
Canada is still reviewing its plan to buy 88 Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets, Defence Minister David McGuinty said on Monday, adding that Ottawa could also purchase some
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Trading Day: Tech in a world of its own
Oil prices rose again on Monday on the lack of any sign that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen soon, but that didn't prevent the S&P 500 and
April 28, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World
US DHS to vet immigrants for what it calls extremist views, raising free speech concerns
The U.S.
April 28, 2026
Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World
King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war
Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States on Monday for a four-day trip, welcomed by self-proclaimed
April 27, 2026
Crime|Environment|World
Fast-moving storms batter the Midwest, flooding streets and stranding commuters
Fast-moving storms have pummeled parts of the Midwest with hail, strong wind and heavy rain
April 27, 2026
Crime|US|World
Suspect in Washington dinner shooting charged with trying to assassinate Trump
The man accused of opening fire at the venue of a Washington dinner attended by Donald Trump was charged on Monday with
April 27, 2026
Political|Science|Technology|US|World
US, Iran clash at UN after Tehran gets nuclear non-proliferation role
The United States and Iran clashed at the United Nations on Monday over Tehran's nuclear program and its selection to be one of dozens of vice presidents at a
April 28, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Gunmen attack orphanage in northern Nigeria and abduct 23 pupils
Gunmen have raided an orphanage in north-central Nigeria, abducting 23 pupils
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Trump administration to pay 2 more companies to walk away from US offshore wind leases
The Trump administration has announced two more payouts for energy companies to walk away from U.S. offshore wind projects under development
April 28, 2026
Crime|Education|Political|Technology|US|World
Suspected shooter’s social media posts show shift from video games to political rage
Suspected shooter’s social media posts show shift from video games to political rage
April 28, 2026
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World
Allyson Felix, 40, looks for a comeback and maybe a spot at the LA Olympics
Sprinter Allyson Felix is attempting a comeback at age 40 that would give her a chance to add to her Olympic-record medal haul
April 28, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Press dinner shooting suspect charged with attempting to assassinate the president
Press dinner shooting suspect charged with attempting to assassinate the president
April 28, 2026
Sports|World
Clinical Man United beats Brentford to move clear in third place
First half goals from Casemiro and Benjamin Sesko have given Manchester United a 2-1 win over Brentford in the Premier League
April 28, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Virginia Supreme Court considers whether to block voter-approved US House map favoring Democrats
Virginia's Supreme Court is considering whether a voter-approved redistricting amendment complied with the state's constitutional requirements
April 27, 2026
Americas|Europe|Political|Travel|US|World
King Charles III arrives at the White House on a delicate mission to restore the UK-US relationship
King Charles III and Queen Camilla have made it to the White House on his first visit to the United States since he became king in 2022
April 27, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Designated survivor discussions took place prior to press dinner, White House says
U.S. officials discussed a designated survivor and the line of succession prior to the White House Correspondents' Association dinner
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World
Fund finance market reaches $1 trillion driven by private credit, Moody's says
The fund finance market surpassed $1 trillion in size this year, driven by demand from the growing private credit market, according to a new Moody's
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Meta pokes holes in China's great AI firewall
(The author is a Reuters Breakingviews columnist. The opinions expressed are her own.)
April 28, 2026
Political|World
Iraq’s Shi’ite alliance names Ali al-Zaidi as PM nominee
Iraq's alliance of Shi'ite political blocs, the Coordination Framework, on Monday named Ali al-Zaidi as its nominee for the post of prime minister, said a coalition statement.
April 28, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|World
At least four killed in train collision on outskirts of Indonesian capital
At least four people were killed and 38 injured when two trains collided in the city of Bekasi, adjoining the Indonesian capital Jakarta, late on Monday
April 27, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|World
South Sudan says 14 killed in plane crash near Juba
A plane crashed southwest of South Sudan's capital Juba on Monday, killing all 14 people on board, the country's civil aviation authority said.
April 27, 2026
Crime|Education|US|World
US judge pauses ruling requiring UPenn to provide data in antisemitism probe
A U.S. judge on Monday paused his decision forcing the University of Pennsylvania to provide a federal civil rights agency with information on Jewish students,
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Oil prices hit two-week high as Iran talks stall and Strait of Hormuz shipments lag
Oil prices climbed about 3% to a two-week high on Monday as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran stalled and shipments through the Strait of Hormuz
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports|World
Soccer-US Open home to host one of New York's free World Cup fan zones
The home of the U.S.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World
US to end more offshore wind leases in exchange for fossil fuel investments
President Donald Trump's administration said on Monday that it had reached a deal to end two more U.S. offshore wind leases in exchange for $885 million in
April 28, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Who takes charge if the US president is incapacitated?
Saturday's attack at a black-tie Washington gala that featured President Donald Trump did not result in any deaths, but it did raise the question about who would take
April 28, 2026
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World
US and Iran clash over Tehran's nuclear program as review of atomic treaty begins at UN
The United States and Iran have clashed over Tehran’s nuclear program as a review of the treaty meant to prevent the spread of atomic weapons got underway at the United Nations
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|World
Heavy weekend rain slows 2 sprawling Georgia wildfires, even as new blazes start
Heavy rain slowed the progress of two sprawling southern Georgia wildfires over the weekend, allowing crews to make some progress in containing the blazes that have destroyed more than 100 homes
April 27, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World
Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman head to court in high-stakes showdown over AI
Technology tycoons Elon Musk and Sam Altman are poised to face off in a high-stakes trial revolving around the alleged betrayal, deceit and unbridled ambition that blurred the bickering billionaires’ once-shared vision for the development of artificial intelligence
April 25, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
US stocks inch to more records as oil prices rise ahead of a blockbuster week for Wall Street
The U.S. stock market’s record-breaking rally slowed after uncertainty rose about what will happen next in the Iran war
April 27, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
Trains collide near Indonesia's capital, killing at least 4 people
A train collision outside Indonesia's capital on Monday has killed at least four people
April 27, 2026
Economy|Political|Sports|Travel|World
New York City to hold free World Cup fan events in each borough
New York City will hold a series of free events for soccer fans hoping to catch World Cup matches, but don't want to spend an arm and a leg on tickets
April 28, 2026
Crime|Education|Environment|Science|World
Prosecutors say suspect in missing students' killings asked ChatGPT about disposing of a body
Prosecutors say the suspect in the killings of two University of South Florida doctoral students from Bangladesh had asked ChatGPT days before the pair went missing what would happen if a human body was put in a garbage bag and thrown in a dumpster
April 27, 2026
MidEast|Political|US|World
Trump discussed new Iran proposal with national security aides on Monday, White House says
U.S.
April 27, 2026
Arts|Education|Political|Sports|World
Soccer-Human Rights Watch urges FIFA to push for 'ICE Truce' at World Cup
FIFA should press the U.S. government to establish an "ICE Truce" for this year's World Cup, including a public guarantee from federal authorities to
April 27, 2026
Crime|Science|Technology|World
Italy extradites suspected Chinese hacker wanted by US authorities
Italy has extradited to the U.S. a Chinese man wanted by authorities there on hacking charges that include stealing COVID-19 medical research, Italian police said on Monday
April 26, 2026
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Malta calls early election, with PM pledging stability amid Iran war
Malta will hold a parliamentary election on May 30, Prime Minister Robert Abela said on Monday, calling the vote a year before his current five-year term expires.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
JPMorgan among banks providing financing for Kuwaiti oil pipeline stake deal
JPMorgan and two Kuwaiti lenders are joining HSBC in a $6 billion financing syndicate for prospective buyers of a stake in Kuwait Petroleum
April 27, 2026
Crime|World
Trump's upcoming public events get a fresh security look
President Donald Trump is likely to face new security questions as he plans to attend a series of large, high-profile events in coming months
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P 500, Nasdaq, close slightly higher in cautious start to a heavy earnings week
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq eked out modest gains on Monday in muted trading, as investors took a breath at the top of an eventful week,
April 27, 2026
Europe|Science|Technology|World
Archaeologists at Pompeii use AI to reconstruct the face of a man killed in the volcano's eruption
Archaeologists at Pompeii have used artificial intelligence to digitally reconstruct the face of a man killed in the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Venezuela central bank says it and US hired firms to audit assets abroad
Venezuela's central bank said on Monday that it and the United States have each hired firms to audit assets held abroad by the South American country,
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Rogers Communications offering buyouts to half its workforce, Globe and Mail reports
April 27 - Canadian telecom operator Rogers Communications is offering voluntary departure packages to half of its 25,000 employees, the Globe and Mail reported on Monday.
April 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
UK public inflation expectations retrace in April, Citi/YouGov survey shows
Britons' short-term and long-term inflation expectations fell in April, in a surprise reading from a monthly survey by YouGov for U.S. bank
April 28, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Teen scores twice on full debut as Cagliari beats Atalanta and moves clear of drop zone
Senegalese teenager Paul Mendy has scored twice in his first start for Cagliari, including the opener after 16 seconds
April 28, 2026
Crime|Political|World
White House to review Trump's security after gunfire near press dinner
The White House is reviewing security protocols this week following Saturday's shooting at a Washington hotel where President Donald
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Americans’ taxes by the numbers
Americans’ taxes by the numbers
April 28, 2026
Crime|Political|Technology|US|World
Supreme Court seems inclined to allow police to use geofence warrants to identify criminal suspects
The Supreme Court seems inclined to rule that police could use geofence warrants that collect the location history of cellphone users to find people near crime scenes
April 28, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Afghan officials say Pakistani strikes killed 7 and wounded 85 in first attacks since peace talks
Afghan officials say mortars and missiles fired from Pakistan have struck a university and homes in northeastern Afghanistan, killing seven people and wounding at least 85
April 27, 2026
Crime|Health|US|World
Suspect charged in hospital shooting that killed a Chicago officer and injured another
Suspect charged in hospital shooting that killed a Chicago officer and injured another
April 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Carney unveils $18 billion Canadian government-owned investment fund
Canada's prime minister says the country is developing a government-owned investment fund
April 27, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Man convicted in 2024 killing of NYPD officer sentenced to 115 years to life in prison
A man convicted in the 2024 shooting death of a New York City police officer has been sentenced to 115 years to life in prison
April 27, 2026
Crime|World
Mexico urges US to avoid unauthorized operations after fatal Chihuahua crash; state prosecutor resigns
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday her government told the United States, via a diplomatic note, that the unauthorized presence of U.S. officials at
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Microsoft facing UK antitrust lawsuit from Slack over Teams 'bundling'
Salesforce and its workspace messaging app Slack are suing Microsoft at London's High Court over alleged anticompetitive practices relating to its Teams app.
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Dollar eases as US-Iran talks stall, traders eye Powell's final Fed meeting
The U.S. dollar eased against the euro on Monday as investors weighed a diplomatic impasse in U.S.-Iran negotiations and braced for a week packed with
April 27, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Mali at risk of splintering after jihadi and separatist attacks
In simultaneous attacks launched on Saturday, an alliance of al Qaeda-linked militants and separatist rebels killed
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
American Airlines to raise $1.14 billion through aircraft-backed securities
American Airlines is raising a combined $1.14 billion through the sale of aircraft-backed securities, and plans to use the proceeds to fund new planes, refinance existing aircraft
April 27, 2026
Europe|Political|US|World
Bruised by Trump, NATO alliance considers end to annual summits
NATO is considering ending its recent practice of holding annual summits, six sources told Reuters, a move that
April 27, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World
Four killed, 70 wounded in mortar, rocket attacks by Pakistan, Afghan Taliban says
Mortar and rocket attacks launched by Pakistan against Afghanistan killed four people on Monday and wounded 70 more, the Taliban government said, as
April 27, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Google gets pointers from EU regulators on helping AI rivals access services
Alphabet's Google was given pointers by EU antitrust regulators on Monday on how to help online search rivals and artificial intelligence developers
April 27, 2026
Election|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US Supreme Court formally reinstates pro-Republican Texas voting map
The U.S. Supreme Court formally reinstated on Monday a redrawn Texas electoral map that was designed to add more Republicans to the U.S.
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Jain Global to return investor cash, manage money for Millennium, sources say
Jain Global will return all cash to investors and manage money exclusively for Millennium Management under a new agreement, people familiar with the matter told
April 27, 2026
Crime|Political|World
White House says press dinner shooting was third major assassination attempt against Trump
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday described the foiled attack at the White House Correspondents Association dinner as the third major
April 27, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
Florida's DeSantis proposes new US House map targeting four Democratic seats
Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis proposed a new congressional map on Monday aimed at flipping four Democratic U.S.
April 27, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Kazakhstan sentences 19 for protest against repression in China's Xinjiang region
A Kazakh court has convicted 19 Kazakh activists after a protest against Beijing’s crackdown in China’s far-western Xinjiang region last year, in what advocates call an extraordinary move by the Kazakh government to silence dissident at the behest of Beijing
April 16, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Camera shows Sumatra orangutan using a canopy bridge to cross a road in Indonesia
Conservations say a Sumatran orangutan has been filmed for the first time using a human-made canopy bridge to cross a public road on the Indonesian island of Sumatra
April 27, 2026
Africa|Europe|Health|Sports|World
Marathon record-breaker says he underwent strict testing regime before smashing 2-hour barrier
Sabastian Sawe hopes the stringent testing regime he underwent before becoming the first person to break the fabled 2-hour barrier in marathon running will prove to the world he is competing clean
April 27, 2026
Health|Science|World
South Carolina's measles outbreak is over after sickening nearly 1,000 people
South Carolina’s measles outbreak, which was the worst in the U.S. in more than 35 years, is over
April 27, 2026
Health|Sports|World
Sabalenka avoids Madrid Open virus scare and Osaka upset. Gauff and Rybakina lose
Tennis players are facing an unknown opponent at the Madrid Open
April 27, 2026
Business|MidEast|Political|World
Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations, foreign minister says
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Monday that Tehran was looking into U.S.
April 27, 2026
Education|Environment|Health|Technology|World
From a hangar to remote villages: How a float plane is helping save lives one flight at a time
From a hangar to remote villages: How a float plane is helping save lives one flight at a time
April 27, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Putin praises Iranian people for resistance to US in talks with Araqchi
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday praised the Iranian people for battling to stay independent in the face of U.S. and Israeli pressure and said Moscow would do
April 27, 2026
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|World
Britain's lifetime smoking ban set to become law
Britain's plans to ban future generations from buying cigarettes will become law this week, ushering in a policy still overshadowed by
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Short sellers' bets on life insurance stocks soar as private credit concerns grow
Short sellers' bets against U.S. life insurance stocks more than doubled in the past year to over $5 billion, a Reuters analysis of ORTEX data shows, a
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Oil prices hit two-week high as Iran talks stall and Strait of Hormuz shipments lag
Oil prices climbed about 3% to a two-week high on Monday as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran stalled and shipments through the Strait of Hormuz
April 27, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World
Five stand trial in Germany over attack on Israeli defence company office
Five people appeared in court in Stuttgart on Monday on charges of causing about 1 million euros ($1.17 million) of damage at the German site of an Israeli defence
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
AI casts existential shadow over legacy software companies, Bridgewater CIOs warn
When Amazon began selling books online, many feared traditional bookstores such as Barnes & Noble would fade into obsolescence.
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Budget airlines pitch US government aid under $2.5 billion relief plan
A group of U.S. budget airlines, including Frontier and Avelo, has proposed exchanging warrants that could be converted into equity stakes for $2.5
April 27, 2026
Europe|Political|World
UK PM Starmer faces vote on possible parliamentary probe over Mandelson
Britain's parliament will vote on Tuesday on a possible inquiry into Prime Minister Keir Starmer, looking at whether he misled the House of Commons over
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Oil advances with Middle East in focus, equities rise slightly
MSCI's global equities index advanced modestly on Monday after the White House said President Donald Trump was reviewing a
April 27, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|World
China orders Meta to unwind $2 billion purchase of AI startup Manus
China ordered U.S. tech giant Meta to unwind its $2 billion-plus acquisition of artificial intelligence startup Manus on Monday, as Beijing tightens scrutiny of
April 27, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|World
Swiss money laundering trial of Uzbekistan's Karimova and Lombard Odier begins
The trial of Gulnara Karimova, daughter of a former Uzbek president, and Swiss private bank Lombard Odier on money laundering charges began on Monday in Switzerland's
April 27, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Clashes over water access kill at least 42 people in Chad
Clashes between two families over water access have killed at least 42 people in eastern Chad, according to the government
April 27, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Mbappé diagnosed with hamstring injury 2 weeks ahead of Spanish league clasico against Barcelona
Real Madrid says star forward Kylian Mbappé has injured his left hamstring, putting in doubt his participation in the Spanish league clasico in two weeks
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
China blocks Meta from acquiring startup Manus as global AI rivalry deepens
China has banned a planned acquisition of the AI startup Manus following a probe into Meta’s planned purchase of the firm
April 27, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Russian drone attack wounds 14 while Ukrainian drones kill 2 in Russia-held area
Authorities in Ukraine say a Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s southern city of Odesa has wounded 14 people including two children
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World
Iran oil tankers turned back by US blockade, Hormuz traffic sparse
Six tankers loaded with Iranian oil have been forced back to Iran by the U.S. blockade in recent days, ship-tracking data shows, underscoring the impact
April 27, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Hungary and EU to discuss terms of release for billions in blocked funds
Top EU officials and Hungary's incoming government will discuss on Wednesday the changes Budapest needs to push through to release 17 billion euros in EU funds that have
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Gulf economies head for worst crisis since pandemic as war roils energy lifeline: Reuters poll
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies are sliding into their worst economic crisis since the pandemic, with several expected to
April 27, 2026
World
Pope and first female Archbishop of Canterbury meet and pray together
Pope Leo and new Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally met for the first time on Monday, in a symbolic encounter in Rome in which
April 27, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|World
Netanyahu's rivals are joining forces. Would they shift Israel's security policy?
Two of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's top rivals announced they would join forces in an upcoming election to oust his coalition government, with a focus
April 27, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Germany's Merz says Iran is humiliating US as talks stall
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday Iran's leadership was humiliating the United States and getting U.S. officials to travel
April 27, 2026
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|World
Venice’s La Fenice theater drops incoming music director after months of protests
Venice’s La Fenice opera house is cutting ties with incoming music director Beatrice Venezi
April 27, 2026
Economy|Environment|World
Palestinians use Gaza rubble to restore streets as US rebuilding plan stalls
Palestinians are using war rubble to repave streets destroyed during Israel's two-year assault on Gaza, crushing concrete and metal into pavement under a
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Sawe's marathon record boosts Adidas in 'supershoe' race with Nike
German sportswear maker Adidas' shares rose on Monday after Kenya's Sabastian Sawe became the first person to run a marathon in under two hours
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
Critical Metals agrees to buy European Lithium for about $835 million
U.S.-based miner Critical Metals has signed a letter of intent to purchase all outstanding shares of European Lithium in an about $835 million deal, a move that would secure its
April 27, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World
Nations meet to discuss fossil fuel exit as Iran war drives up prices
Around 60 governments, including Brazil, Germany, Canada and Nigeria, will hold the first international meeting this week to discuss phasing out fossil
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Wall St opens lower as investors weigh US-Iran conflict before earnings rush
Wall Street's main indexes opened slightly lower on Monday as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran stalled, while investors awaited a flood of earnings as well as commentary from
April 27, 2026
Political|World
Israeli strikes hit east Lebanon, expanding scope despite ceasefire
The Israeli military began carrying out strikes in eastern Lebanon on Monday, expanding the scope of its bombing campaign during a ceasefire that has failed to fully halt
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
Shell to acquire Canada's ARC in output-boosting $16.4 billion deal
Shell has agreed to buy Canadian energy company ARC Resources in a $16.4 billion deal, paid for mostly with shares, the British firm
April 27, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|Technology|World
Supreme Court grapples with whether police may seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations
Supreme Court grapples with whether police may seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations
April 27, 2026
Americas|Political|World
Latino leaders surge into local office as Trump-era attacks fuel new urgency
Latino leaders are gaining ground in U.S. politics despite ongoing challenges
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Supreme Court takes up appeal from Trump administration over living conditions for migrant farmworkers
Supreme Court takes up appeal from Trump administration over living conditions for migrant farmworkers
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|World
Adidas shares get a lift from London Marathon winners
Adidas shares get a lift from London Marathon winners
April 27, 2026
Crime|Lifestyle|World
Deli worker shot and killed on the job in the East Village. Here's what we know.
Deli worker shot and killed on the job in the East Village. Here's what we know.
April 27, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|World
Former homeless shelter executive director accused of stealing $100K in funds
Former homeless shelter executive director accused of stealing $100K in funds
April 27, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|World
Congo creates a paramilitary mining guard backed by US and UAE funding
Congo has announced the creation of a paramilitary guard to secure its mining operations, backed by U.S. and Emirati investments
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
China blocks Meta’s acquisition of Chinese-founded AI startup Manus
China blocks Meta’s acquisition of Chinese-founded AI startup Manus
April 27, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|US|World
North Dakota lawmaker dies in Twin Cities plane crash, according to state's Democratic Minority leader
North Dakota lawmaker dies in Twin Cities plane crash, according to state's Democratic Minority leader
April 27, 2026
Crime|Environment|US|World
Tornadoes in northern Texas leave at least 2 dead and destroy multiple homes
At least two people have died from a severe tornado-producing storm that hit northern Texas, and many homes have sustained major damage
April 27, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|World
Russian finance minister warns of regional budgets' strains, rising debt
The combined deficit of Russian regional budgets will grow by 27% to 1.9 trillion roubles ($25.4 billion) in 2026, largely due to lower corporate
April 27, 2026
Education|Health|Political|Travel|World
Pope Leo signals shift away from Catholic Church's focus on sex
Pope Leo's four-nation Africa tour featured firm denunciations by the pontiff of despotism and war and also unprecedented attacks from U.S.
April 27, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Russia summons German envoy over lawmaker's meeting with Chechen exile
Russia's foreign ministry said on Monday it had summoned the German ambassador over a meeting in Kyiv between a German lawmaker and a Chechen separatist who Moscow says
April 27, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Health|Sports|World
Polish nine-day charity stream breaks records to support kids with cancer
A nine-day, non-stop live stream in Poland raised a record-breaking sum for charity, local media said on Monday, after donations totalling over 250 million zlotys ($69
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Merz suggests Ukraine may have to accept territorial loss to help pave way for EU membership
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggested on Monday that Ukraine may have to accept that parts of its territory could remain outside Kyiv's control in a future peace deal
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Bank of Canada set to hold rates at 2.25% as oil shock likely short-lived
The Bank of Canada is expected to keep rates on hold at 2.25% on Wednesday as the oil price shock from the Iran war is a temporary blip unlikely to
April 27, 2026
Americas|Europe|Political|World
Argentina bishops call for dialogue after press blocked from government house
Argentina's assembly of Catholic bishops called for dialogue to find a prompt resolution to the government's decision to block the entry of accredited journalists to government
April 27, 2026
Asia|World
India names Modi party colleague envoy to Bangladesh as ties thaw
India named veteran politician Dinesh Trivedi as its next high commissioner to Bangladesh on Monday, in a rare appointment of a non–foreign service officer as New Delhi
April 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Citi to boost Japan, China investment banking teams, plans senior sector-focused hires
Citigroup will further bolster its Japan and China
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Samsung Elec to withdraw home appliances, TV sales from China this year, Nikkei reports
South Korea's Samsung Electronics will withdraw the sale of its home appliances and TV sales business from China within this year, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Monday.
April 27, 2026
Crime|Technology|World
Germany suspects Russia is behind Signal phishing that targeted top officials
The German government suspects Russia is behind phishing attacks on Signal targeting high-ranking politicians, military personnel, and journalists
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Global consumer companies face pricing stress test from oil shock
The fragile demand recovery seen by consumer companies globally is at risk of getting stalled by chances of more prices hikes as a result
April 27, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
As New Mexico probes Epstein, local survivors come forward
Authorities in New Mexico are trying to determine how many local women and girls were abused by the late sex offender
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Moody's flags resilience in China economy, moves outlook to 'stable'
Credit ratings agency Moody's on Monday revised China's outlook to "stable" from "negative", citing resilient economic and fiscal strength despite ongoing domestic pressures and
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Big fuel bill, Spirit bailout may upend JetBlue Airways return to profitability
Just as JetBlue Airways was nearing its first profitable year since the pandemic, a spike in fuel prices has revived questions about its turnaround,
April 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
EU extends sanctions against Myanmar by a year
The European Union on Monday extended its sanctions against Myanmar until at least May 2027, in an effort to maintain pressure on the country's military rulers more than
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Companies dust off oil rigs in storage in Venezuela as contracts are overhauled
Oilfield service companies that for years kept rigs and specialized equipment stored in Venezuela have begun removing them from
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Large US-based fund manager stays bullish on India debt, says rate‑hike fears overblown
Invesco, one of the world's largest asset managers, considers it too early to expect interest rate hikes by the Reserve Bank of India as a response to
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Oil and chips
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets The weekend brought us stalemate in Iran, resurgent oil prices, and
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World
UK retail sales tumble by most in over 40 years, CBI survey shows
British retailers reported the broadest year-on-year decline in sales in more than 40 years as the Iran war raised households' inflation fears, a survey
April 27, 2026
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World
Philippines and US stage counter-landing drills with allies near South China Sea
As simulated enemy boats and unmanned craft closed in on the shores of Palawan island facing the South China Sea, Philippine and U.S.
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|US|World
United ends pursuit of American Airlines after merger approach rebuffed
United Airlines said on Monday it had ended its pursuit of a merger with American Airlines after the rival carrier declined to
April 27, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World
Energy shock ripples through kitchens, forests and conservation in Africa and South Asia
Energy shocks linked to the Iran war are pushing households across Africa and South Asia back to charcoal and firewood as cleaner cooking methods become more expensive and unreliable
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Brazil's Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro neck and neck in second‑round poll
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro are statistically tied in a simulated runoff for this year's presidential election, a BTG
April 27, 2026
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Romania's largest party teams up with far-right opposition to topple pro-European coalition
Romania's largest party in parliament, the Social Democrats, will team up with the hard-right opposition Alliance for Uniting Romanians in a bid to topple the pro-
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Two months into Iran war, economic strain mounts across emerging markets
Two months since the outbreak of the Iran war, the charts below show how the economic toll is spreading beyond the Middle East, with
April 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
India-New Zealand trade pact cuts fruit tariffs, boosts exports, visas
India and New Zealand signed a free trade agreement (FTA) on Monday, lowering tariffs on key fruit imports such as kiwifruit
April 27, 2026
Health|Science|US|World
A record-breaking measles outbreak in the US has ended. It may have helped drive a spike in vaccination rates
A record-breaking measles outbreak in the US has ended. It may have helped drive a spike in vaccination rates
April 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
India and New Zealand sign a free trade agreement to deepen economic ties
India and New Zealand have signed a free trade agreement to deepen economic ties and expand market access
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
The lawless floating gas station where Iranian oil changes hands
The lawless floating gas station where Iranian oil changes hands
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Giant fossil fuel companies made about $12,000 in the time it took you to read this headline
Giant fossil fuel companies made about $12,000 in the time it took you to read this headline
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
A fragile hold: Five questions for the ECB
The European Central Bank meets on Thursday, with an Iran war
April 24, 2026
Asia|Business|Environment|Political|World
Indonesia appoints labour union chief as new environment minister
JAKARTA, April 27 - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has appointed a labour union chief as the country's new environment minister, the palace said on Monday, replacing Hanif Faisol Nurofiq, who
April 27, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|World
Google to build AI campus in South Korea, presidential office says
South Korea and Google have agreed to build an artificial-intelligence campus in Seoul to develop cooperation between the tech firm and local engineers and startups, Kim
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
European shares edge lower as US-Iran talks stall; central bank meetings in focus
European shares started the week on a subdued note as investors braced for a packed schedule of central bank meetings, and worries over stalled U.S
April 27, 2026
Crime|World
Russian drone attack on Odesa wounds 14, officials say
An overnight Russian drone attack on Ukraine's southern city of Odesa wounded more than a dozen people, including two children, and damaged residential buildings, Ukrainian
April 27, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
The insurgent groups battling Mali's military-led government
Mali's government is facing new questions about how long it can hold on to power two days after insurgents launched attacks across the country, hitting the main army base outside
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Iran war fertiliser squeeze could spell trouble for next year's grain harvests
Farmers around the world are facing the second surge in fertiliser prices in four years due to the Iran war.
April 27, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|World
King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign
King Charles set to meet Trump for the toughest mission of his reign
April 27, 2026
Education|Health|Science|World
South Carolina declares end to measles outbreak after nearly 1,000 cases
South Carolina health officials have declared an end to a measles outbreak that sickened 997 people over six months, making it the largest single-location outbreak in the United
April 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|Technology|World
Ex-worker of Tokyo Electron gets 10-year jail term in TSMC trade secrets case
A Taiwan court fined the local unit of Japan's Tokyo Electron T$150 million ($5 million) on Monday, and handed jail terms of up to 10 years to
April 27, 2026
Crime|Science|Technology|World
Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant worker killed in Ukraine drone attack, management says
An employee of Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, controlled by Russian forces, was killed in a Ukrainian drone attack, the Russian-installed management of the
April 27, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Researchers say remote Lake Superior island's wolves are thriving as packs prey on moose
Researchers say more wolves are roaming a remote Lake Superior island, using moose as one of their primary food sources
April 27, 2026
Asia|Crime|Economy|Technology|World
Taiwan court sentences ex-Tokyo Electron staff to 10 years in TSMC trade secrets case
A court in Taiwan has sentenced a former employee of Tokyo Electron to 10 years in prison for stealing trade secrets from TSMC
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Energy prices drag German consumer sentiment to three-year low, survey finds
German consumer sentiment is expected to worsen heading into May as households' income expectations have become bleaker in the face of rising inflation, driven higher by
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
LNG tanker orders gain pace despite mixed outlook from Iran war
Global orders to build liquefied natural gas carriers (LNGC) are set to rebound this year after a 2025 slump as growing LNG output and vessel fuel
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World
DeepSeek's new AI model does not wow markets in fast-changing industry
Market reaction to DeepSeek's preview of its long-awaited next-generation artificial intelligence model has so far been subdued compared with the
April 27, 2026
Asia|Political|World
Modi's BJP gains ground in India’s upper house after AAP lawmakers defect
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP party strengthened its position in parliament’s upper house after seven opposition lawmakers joined it, a parliamentary list
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
ECB survey shows scant signs of second round inflation effects
Euro zone firms expect inflation to surge in the near term on the war in Iran but longer-term bets remained steady and wage growth is actually seen moderating, the
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says
Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says
April 27, 2026
Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World
Many elderly Cubans left to fend for themselves as the latest crisis deepens
Elderly residents in Old Havana gather for meals at the Church of the Holy Spirit, a crucial support amid Cuba’s economic crisis
April 27, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Rents in Germany climb in first quarter, property prices stay flat, IW says
German rents kept rising sharply in the first quarter of 2026 while residential property prices largely stagnated, according to the IW Housing Index,
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Iran war disrupts the circuit board supply chain, raises costs for tech firms
(Corrects April 27 story to delete first bullet point and paragraphs 3-4, which incorrectly said that Iran's attack on Jubail complex halted SABIC's production of PPE resin) By Che Pan, Liam Mo and
April 27, 2026
Political|World
Israeli strikes kill 14 in Lebanon as Israel warns residents to leave towns beyond 'buffer zone'
Israeli strikes killed 14 people and wounded 37 on Sunday, Lebanon's health ministry said, as the Israeli military warned residents to leave seven towns beyond the "buffer zone"
April 26, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
US presses Taiwan parliament to pass 'comprehensive' defence budget
The top U.S. diplomat in Taiwan on Monday pressed the island's opposition-majority parliament to pass a "comprehensive" defence budget, saying integrated air and missile
April 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Toyota sales fall for second month in March on Middle East slump, RAV4 model change
Toyota Motor said on Monday global vehicle sales fell for a second successive month in March, as a sharp drop in the Middle East and a model changeover for its popular RAV4
April 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Hormuz and hyperscalers
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook While U.S.-Iran talks have stalled, and next to no oil is making its way through the Strait of Hormuz, stock markets'
April 27, 2026
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Bank of England to keep rates on hold while it gauges impact of Iran war
The Bank of England will keep interest rates on hold this week and try to look ahead to the damage building up for Britain's economy from the Iran war
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Eutelsat CEO says US demand holds despite SpaceX push to curb European rivals
Demand for alternative satellite services from U.S. businesses and the Pentagon is resilient despite SpaceX's request to U.S. regulators to restrict access
April 27, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Latest US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific
The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday
April 27, 2026
Sports|World
Amen Thompson sparks Rockets' 115-96 rout to stave off elimination against Lakers
Amen Thompson scored 23 points, Tari Eason added 20 and the Houston Rockets avoided elimination with a 115-96 rout of the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of the Western Conference playoff series
April 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Taiwan says China sanctions on European arms makers will not hit weapons sourcing
Taiwan's defence minister downplayed on Monday the impact of Chinese sanctions on seven European companies over arms sales to the island, saying it was not the first time
April 27, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Turkey's Erdogan offers support to Trump in call after White House dinner shooting
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan offered his support for U.S.
April 27, 2026
Asia|Environment|Science|World
Tsunami survivor battles wildfire to protect hometown in Japan's northeast
Ryota Haga was in high school when the biggest earthquake ever recorded in Japan triggered a deadly tsunami and swept away his
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Kia CEO signals price cuts in Europe to fend off Chinese competition
South Korea's Kia Corp has reduced price gaps with Chinese rivals in Europe this year, its CEO said, signalling a price war as Chinese carmakers ramp up their push into a
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Prediction markets under pressure to crack down on rogue bettors and stop insider trading
A soldier betting on an operation to oust Venezuela’s leader
April 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia
President Donald Trump said on Sunday Iran could telephone if it wants to negotiate an end to their two-month
April 26, 2026
Business|Economy|World
China's industrial profit growth quickens even as Iran war heightens risks
Profits at China's industrial firms grew at their quickest pace in half a year last month, adding to broader signs of an uneven economic recovery in the first quarter as
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Political|World
Colombia's ruling left set to extend time in power as Cepeda leads, poll shows
Colombia's ruling left-wing coalition appears poised to retain power, with Ivan Cepeda leading the presidential race on 44.3% support and on track to continue President
April 27, 2026
Entertainment|Health|Sports|World
Celtics spoil Embiid's return to action after appendectomy, beat 76ers to take 3-1 series lead
Payton Pritchard made six of Boston’s 24 3-pointers and scored 32 points and Jayson Tatum had 30 points and 11 assists to help the Boston Celtics spoil Joel Embiid’s return from an appendectomy and beat the Philadelphia 76ers 128-96 on Sunday night for a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
How China has expanded its economic toolkit during its trade truce with the US
China has used its trade truce with the United States to broaden its legal leverage, supply chain and critical technology controls, and expand its toolkit
April 27, 2026
Asia|Political|World
North Korea's Kim to continue support for Russia, state media says
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country would continue to support Russia's policies and discussed bolstering military ties with Moscow, state media
April 27, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Trump calls suspect in press dinner attack 'pretty sick guy' whose views alarmed relatives
U.S.
April 26, 2026
Business|Finance|Technology|World
Chip toolmaker Tokyo Electron cuts ties with executive linked to Chinese rivals, FT reports
Chip toolmaker Tokyo Electron has cuts ties with veteran executive Jay Chen after the Japanese firm discovered his ties to investment vehicles backing a new generation of Chinese
April 27, 2026
Sports|US|World
Brotherly boost: A dramatic Zurich Classic win by the Fitzpatricks puts Alex on the PGA Tour
Matt Fitzpatrick and younger brother Alex combined for a 1-under 71 in alternate-shot play Sunday to pull out a dramatic, single-stroke victory in the Zurich Classic and usher the younger Fitzpatrick onto the PGA Tour through 2028
April 27, 2026
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World
The Latest: Pakistan says US-Iran mediation moving ahead after Trump holds back envoys
Pakistan’s leaders are seeking to revive peace talks between the United States and Iran after President Donald Trump canceled plans for his top envoys to travel to Islamabad this weekend for negotiations
April 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
The Iran war has the world buying more clean energy. China stands to benefit the most
The Iran war has the world buying more clean energy. China stands to benefit the most
April 27, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Oil prices increase after Iran doubles down on Strait of Hormuz closure, accuses US of undermining trust
Oil prices increase after Iran doubles down on Strait of Hormuz closure, accuses US of undermining trust
April 27, 2026
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US|World
Trump portrays shooting as proof of his presidency's power
Donald Trump's tuxedo still looked freshly pressed when he stepped to the White House podium Saturday night, barely an hour after the
April 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Japan's record bull run under threat as Mideast war clouds earnings season
As Japanese companies begin earnings season with rosy reports of results past, investors are watching out for signs of the Middle East conflict upending
April 27, 2026
Crime|US|World
White House dinner shooting prompts scrutiny of Trump security arrangements
U.S. law enforcement officials are reassessing security arrangements after a gunman opened fire near the White House
April 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Under cover of trade truce with Trump, China expands economic pressure toolkit
When U.S.
April 27, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|World
Worker dies during stage assembly for Shakira concert in Rio
A worker died on Sunday after being injured during the assembly of a stage for a public concert featuring Colombian pop star Shakira in Rio de Janeiro, the state
April 27, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World
Nelly Korda wins Chevron Championship for 3rd major and returns to No. 1
Nelly Korda is a major champion for the third time and back to No. 1 in women's golf
April 27, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Iran's top diplomat briefly returns to Pakistan but Trump says the sides can talk by phone
Iran's foreign minister has briefly visited Islamabad again as Pakistan's leaders work to restart ceasefire talks between Tehran and Washington
April 26, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Malian defense chief is killed as jihadis and rebels seize towns and military bases
Malian Minister of Defense Gen. Sadio Camara has been killed in an attack as jihadi and rebel forces seized towns and military bases across the West African country
April 26, 2026
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World
The threat of light pollution puts the world’s darkest skies in the Atacama Desert at risk
The Atacama Desert in Chile offers some of the clearest views of the universe, thanks to its dry climate, high altitude and isolation from light pollution
April 26, 2026
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World
Justice Department cites dinner shooting to press preservationists to drop Trump ballroom suit
The Justice Department is pushing to dismiss a lawsuit blocking President Donald Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project
April 27, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Mali defence minister killed in major weekend assault
Mali Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in an attack on his residence, the government said on Sunday, a high-profile fatality during coordinated assaults staged the
April 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Global military spending rises 2.9% despite US decline over Ukraine freeze
Global military spending rose 2.9% in 2025 despite a 7.5% decline in the United States as President Donald Trump halted new financial military aid to
April 27, 2026
Crime|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Strikes in Ukraine and Russia kill at least 16 on Chernobyl anniversary
Strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territory and Russia have killed at least 16 people
April 26, 2026
Crime|Education|Environment|Science|World
2 University of South Florida doctoral students were promising young researchers. Now a roommate is charged in their killing
2 University of South Florida doctoral students were promising young researchers. Now a roommate is charged in their killing
April 26, 2026
Crime|Interview|Political|World
Latest attack threatening President Trump reflects rising political violence in US
The moral dimension of political polarization in the US, where each side views the other as immoral, helps fuel attacks like the one against Trump at the Washington Hilton.
April 27, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|US|World
DC gala shooting suspect aired grievances against Trump in writings to family
The man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner referred to himself as a “Friendly Federal Assassin” in writings sent to family members minutes before the shooting
April 26, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Mali Defence Minister Sadio Camara killed in attack on Saturday, state TV reports
Mali Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in an attack carried out by insurgents on Saturday, a government spokesperson said on Sunday on state television, confirming
April 27, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|US|World
The night a big story came directly to Washington's journalists — hundreds of them
More often than not, big stories happen out of the sight of journalists
April 27, 2026
Political|World
Palestinian authorities call local elections in a Gaza community and the West Bank a success
Palestinian authorities say local elections in Gaza and the West Bank are a success and mark a step toward a long-delayed presidential election
April 27, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Sound of gunfire carries eerie echoes of Reagan's shooting outside the same Washington hotel
The sound of gunfire at the Washington Hilton Hotel carried echoes of President Ronald Reagan's shooting outside the same hotel more than four decades ago
April 27, 2026
Crime|Political|Travel|World
Buckingham Palace says King Charles' trip to the US to go ahead
Buckingham Palace said on Sunday that the four-day trip to the United States by King Charles and Queen Camilla would go ahead as planned following a shooting at a dinner
April 26, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World
King Charles' visit to US to proceed after Washington shooting
King Charles' state visit to the U.S. will go ahead as planned on Monday despite a shooting at a White House dinner attended by
April 26, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Trump calls for unity and bipartisan healing after another violent incident. But will it last?
President Donald Trump is calling for unity after what he says he feels was a third assassination attempt
April 26, 2026
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World
What happened inside the ballroom when a gunman tried to breach Trump's night with the press
The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner is one of Washington’s curious rituals
April 26, 2026
Election|World
Two former Israeli prime ministers join forces against Netanyahu in upcoming elections
Two Israeli political heavyweights say they will join forces in upcoming elections in an effort by their parties to unseat Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
April 26, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds
Sabastian Sawe of Kenya has become the first person to break the fabled 2-hour barrier in the marathon in a huge moment in sports history
April 26, 2026
Americas|Crime|World
Death toll from bus bombing in southwest Colombia rises to 20 during a wave of violence
Officials in Colombia say the number of people killed in a bombing in a volatile region in the country's southwest has risen to 20
April 26, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Arsenal capitalizes on Lyon blunders to win 2-1 in Women's Champions League semifinals
Arsenal has benefited from two defensive blunders to rally for a 2-1 win over Lyon in the first leg of the Women’s Champions League semifinals and keep on course to defend its title
April 26, 2026
Election|MidEast|Political|World
With goals of Iran war unfulfilled, Netanyahu's government faces unhappy public as elections loom
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sold a vision to Israelis as the country entered the war with Iran and invaded Lebanon
April 26, 2026
Business|Europe|Sports|World
Chelsea beats Leeds on Fernandez goal and sets up FA Cup final meeting with Man City
Chelsea’s season might be unraveling but it will still include an appearance in the FA Cup final
April 26, 2026
Business|Crime|Health|US|World
Chicago police officer killed in hospital shooting identified, second officer in critical condition
A Chicago officer who was fatally shot by a man receiving treatment at a hospital while in police custody has been identified as 38-year-old John Bartholomew
April 26, 2026
Business|Technology|Travel|World
American YouTuber guides foreigners around Chinese cars U.S. buyers can't get
An American YouTuber is giving foreign visitors a first-hand look at the Chinese high-tech cars many U.S. consumers can only see online.
April 26, 2026
Americas|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World
Peru's Fujimori, leftist Sanchez deadlocked in presidential runoff poll
Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori is heading for a dead-heat presidential runoff against leftist Roberto Sanchez, a new poll showed on Sunday, as Peru's vote count drags
April 26, 2026
Business|MidEast|Political|US|World
Trump tells Fox News Iran can call US if it wants to negotiate
President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Iran can reach out to the United States if it wants to negotiate an end to the war between
April 26, 2026
Environment|Europe|Health|Political|Science|World
Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chornobyl disaster under cloud of war
Ukraine commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster on Sunday, amid fears that Russia's four-year war could spark a repeat of the world's
April 26, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
UK's Starmer and Trump discuss 'urgent need' to restore shipping in Strait of Hormuz
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S.
April 26, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|World
Palestinian leader's loyalists win local elections, including some seats in Gaza
Loyalists of President Mahmoud Abbas won most races in Palestinian municipal elections, election officials said on Sunday, in
April 26, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Syria’s first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus
Syria has opened its first public trial of officials linked to former President Bashar Assad
April 26, 2026
Environment|Science|World
The world is entering a new era of wildfire. This huge blaze shows how hard they are to tackle
The world is entering a new era of wildfire. This huge blaze shows how hard they are to tackle
April 26, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Acting US attorney general says shooting likely targeted Trump administration officials
U.S.
April 26, 2026
Sports|World
Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe becomes first man to run sub two-hour marathon as he wins in London
Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe becomes first man to run sub two-hour marathon as he wins in London
April 26, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|World
Israel's president says he wants a deal reached in Netanyahu case before pardon decision
Israel's president said on Sunday that he will consider Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's pardon request in his long-running corruption trial only after efforts to
April 26, 2026
Arts|Australia|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World
Australia's Wong to visit Japan, China, South Korea to discuss energy security
Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Sunday said she would visit Japan, China, and South Korea this week for talks on energy security in the face of disruptions
April 26, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Pope Leo says those who wage war are thieves stealing away our peaceful future
Pope Leo on Sunday described those who wage wars and appropriate the earth's resources as thieves who rob the world of a peaceful future, issuing a warning about the use of
April 26, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Iran's Araqchi discusses efforts to end war and Hormuz security with Oman
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi held talks in Oman on Sunday and discussed security in the Strait of Hormuz and broader Gulf waters and diplomatic efforts to end the Iran-
April 26, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Indiana GOP lawmakers defied Trump on redistricting. Now GOP voters may thwart his push for revenge
Indiana GOP lawmakers defied Trump on redistricting. Now GOP voters may thwart his push for revenge
April 26, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Democrats divided on whether removing Trump is a useful midterm message
Until this month, Democrats have displayed military-like discipline in staying on message about the economy. Then came U.S.
April 26, 2026
Election|US|World
As US high court prepares ruling, Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
A majority of Americans believe all babies born in the country should automatically be granted citizenship, according to a Reuters/Ipsos
April 26, 2026
Economy|Europe|Health|Political|World
Switzerland angers Italy by claiming costs of treating Crans-Montana fire victims
Switzerland will charge Rome for the costs its health system sustained to treat Italian nationals wounded in the New Year's Eve fire at the Crans-Montana ski resort,
April 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Hungary's Magyar to meet EU's von der Leyen for talks on EU funds this week
Hungary's incoming prime minister Peter Magyar said on Sunday he would go to Brussels on Wednesday for informal talks with European Commission President Ursula von der
April 26, 2026
Crime|Economy|World
US to let Venezuela pay Maduro's lawyer in drug trafficking case
(This April 25 story has been repeated without any changes to the text) By Luc Cohen April 25 - The United States has agreed to modify its sanctions on Venezuela to allow the South American country's
April 25, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World
Trump's security again faces scrutiny after press dinner shooting
The shooting on Saturday night of a Secret Service agent at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner raises
April 26, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Russian defence minister visits North Korea
Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov has arrived in North Korea, Russia's defence ministry said on Sunday, the second senior Russian official to visit Pyongyang in
April 26, 2026
Americas|Crime|Finance|World
Colombia explosives attack kills 13, police source says
At least 13 people were killed and 17 wounded in an explosives attack in western Colombia on Saturday, a police source told Reuters, in violence authorities have blamed on
April 26, 2026
Education|Entertainment|Interview|Science|Technology|US|World
Who is Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting?
The suspect arrested in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting on Saturday was identified by a law enforcement official as Cole Tomas Allen, a Los Angeles-area man who
April 26, 2026
Environment|World
Japan deploys hundreds of firefighters as wildfires rage in north
Japan has deployed 1,400 firefighters and dozens of Self-Defense Force personnel to battle mountain blazes that have been raging in the north
April 26, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World
How the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner unfolded
A gunman fired shots in the hotel hosting the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on Saturday, causing President Donald Trump and his
April 26, 2026
Arts|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World
Despite Russia’s war, one Ukrainian city still gathers for midnight Chernobyl vigil
Ukrainians gathered in the city of Slavutych to remember those affected by the Chernobyl nuclear disaster 40 years ago
April 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Egypt economic outlook trimmed slightly due to Iran war: Reuters poll
Analysts have shaved their forecasts for Egyptian economic growth in a Reuters poll for this year and next as the Iran war drives up energy prices and puts
April 26, 2026
Crime|Political|World
ICE detained family less than two days after court ordered their release
An Egyptian family which was released from more than 10 months of immigration
April 26, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World
How Washington’s biggest annual dinner transformed into chaos — and a crime scene
How Washington’s biggest annual dinner transformed into chaos — and a crime scene
April 26, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World
Here's what we know about security measures at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner
Officials say the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Association dinner shooting was believed to be a hotel guest
April 26, 2026
Europe|Political|Travel|World
Despite Iran tensions, King Charles III will follow his mother's lead in celebrating US-UK bonds
King Charles III embarks on a state visit to the U.S. on Monday, aiming to strengthen ties between the two nations
April 25, 2026
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel|World
Getting the most out of barrier-free tours for yourself or someone with a disability
Barriers to tourism for people living with disabilities can range from the obvious, such as an out-of-service elevator, to an outing that’s too long or a setting that’s too loud
April 26, 2026
Business|Political|World
4 vying to be the next UN chief try to set themselves apart as race heats up
Four candidates vying to lead the United Nations have spent hours being grilled about their views on issues from restoring global peace to ending escalating poverty
April 26, 2026
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World
CNN’s Wolf Blitzer witnesses ‘terrifying’ ordeal as gunman opens fire a few feet away at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
CNN’s Wolf Blitzer witnesses ‘terrifying’ ordeal as gunman opens fire a few feet away at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
April 26, 2026
Crime|Entertainment|US|World
The Latest: Trump uninjured after security incident at White House Correspondents' dinner
President Donald Trump was uninjured and other top White House officials were evacuated from an annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association after an unspecified threat
April 26, 2026
Crime|World
Mexico says 2 US federal agents who died were not authorized to participate in any local operation
Mexico’s government says that two U.S. federal agents recently killed in a car crash in the country’s northern region were not authorized to participate in operations in Mexico
April 26, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Highway bombing in Colombia kills at least 14 amid a ‘wave’ of attacks
Highway bombing in Colombia kills at least 14 amid a ‘wave’ of attacks
April 26, 2026
Crime|World
Family and friends hold vigil to mark one year since death of Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre
Family and friends hold vigil to mark one year since death of Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre
April 26, 2026
Americas|Sports|World
Padres rally past Diamondbacks 6-4 in Mexico City as Miller sets club record for scoreless streak
Ty France homered twice and Gavin Sheets hit a two-run single during a four-run seventh inning as the San Diego Padres rallied past the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-4 in Mexico City
April 26, 2026
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|Technology|World
Early Chernobyl victims buried in Moscow cemetery
In the weeks after the April 26, 1986, explosion and fire at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, it was difficult to get any information about the scope of the disaster, aside from terse announcements from the government of the Soviet Union
April 26, 2026
Political|Travel|World
Taiwan foreign minister arrives in Eswatini after president's trip blocked
Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung arrived in Eswatini saying Taipei would not be held back by "authoritarian forces", after the government accused China of pressuring
April 26, 2026
Political|US|World
Hung Cao said the military should be filled with ‘alpha males and alpha females.’ Now he’s Trump’s acting Navy secretary
Hung Cao said the military should be filled with ‘alpha males and alpha females.’ Now he’s Trump’s acting Navy secretary
April 25, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
An explosive device kills 13 and injures 38 on a bus in southwestern Colombia as violence persists
Authorities in Colombia say that an explosive device on a bus has killed 13 people in the country's southwest region as violence there escalates
April 26, 2026
Crime|Education|World
Roommate charged with killing two University of South Florida doctoral students after one of their bodies was found
Roommate charged with killing two University of South Florida doctoral students after one of their bodies was found
April 25, 2026
Business|Crime|Education|World
Police identify the body of 1 missing USF student, second still missing as roommate is charged
Law enforcement authorities in Florida say the body of a Bangladeshi doctoral student who went missing with his girlfriend from the University of South Florida has been found on a bridge over Tampa Bay, and his roommate has been taken into custody
April 24, 2026
Sports|World
Stankoven scores again, Hurricanes complete 4-game sweep of Senators
Logan Stankoven scored the go-ahead goal in the third period as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated Ottawa 4-2 to sweep the first-round series
April 26, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Mali army bases hit in large-scale attacks claimed by al Qaeda-linked militants
An al Qaeda affiliate and Tuareg rebels claimed responsibility on Saturday for coordinated attacks across Mali, in one of the boldest operations insurgents have mounted
April 25, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World
Probe of stolen $1 billion should continue after conviction of Moldovan magnate, top official says
The investigation of a stolen $1 billion from Moldovan banks more than a decade ago should continue after the conviction of a prominent business
April 26, 2026
Arts|Australia|World
After their slogan was outlawed, pro-Palestinian activists turned to a karaoke classic
After their slogan was outlawed, pro-Palestinian activists turned to a karaoke classic
April 26, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Islamic militants and separatists claim sweeping attacks across Mali
Islamic militants and separatists say they attacked several locations in Mali’s capital, Bamako, and other cities in one of the largest coordinated attacks in the West African country in recent years
April 25, 2026
Economy|World
The Latest: Trump says he called off dispatching envoys to Iran talks
President Donald Trump says he told top U_S_ envoys not to travel to Pakistan to negotiate with Iran, telling Fox News that ″they can call us anytime they want.”
April 25, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|World
Palestinians vote in local elections in West Bank and part of Gaza
Palestinians have voted in local elections, the first in two decades in Gaza and the first in the Israeli occupied West Bank since the start of the war in Gaza
April 25, 2026
Economy|Travel|World
Why your dream summer vacation might be slipping out of reach
Why your dream summer vacation might be slipping out of reach
April 25, 2026
Business|Sports|World
Banchero and Bane each score 25, Magic waste big lead but rally to top Pistons 113-105 for 2-1 lead
Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane each scored 25 points, and the Orlando Magic blew a 17-point fourth-quarter lead before rallying to beat the Detroit Pistons 113-105 for a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series
April 26, 2026
Political|World
Israel says it will attack Hezbollah 'forcefully' as four killed in strikes on southern Lebanon
Israel said on Saturday it would attack Hezbollah targets forcefully, further testing a fragile ceasefire with Lebanon that U.S.
April 25, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Germany's far-right AfD rises to record 28%, INSA poll shows
Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) rose to a record 28% in the latest weekly INSA voting intention poll published on Saturday, widening
April 26, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people
Russian forces pounded the southeastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Saturday in waves of attacks with drones and missiles that also
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump cancels envoys' Pakistan trip, in blow to hopes for Iran war breakthrough
President Donald Trump cancelled a trip by two U.S. envoys to Iran war mediator Pakistan on Saturday, dealing
April 25, 2026
Business|Sports|US|World
Todd Pletcher's Renegade draws the inside No. 1 post and opens as the Kentucky Derby favorite
Renegade opens as the morning line favorite for the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby
April 26, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World
Talks stumble as Iran's top diplomat leaves Pakistan and Trump says he told envoys not to go
The latest attempt at ceasefire talks between the U.S. and Iran appears to have failed
April 25, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Man City books another FA Cup final and Arsenal goes top of the Premier League
Manchester City is headed back to another FA Cup final
April 25, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Orbán steps back after a landslide loss, vowing to rebuild Hungary’s 'national side'
Outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will not take his seat in parliament after a landslide election loss
April 26, 2026
Election|World
Gaza holds first elections in 20 years amid stalled ceasefire process – but only in one city
Gaza holds first elections in 20 years amid stalled ceasefire process – but only in one city
April 26, 2026
Crime|Environment|US|World
Georgia wildfires that destroyed more than 120 homes continue to threaten residents
Two wildfires in southeastern Georgia continue to threaten homes and lives as officials warn that strong winds could spread the flames
April 25, 2026
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|World
Roommate charged with two counts of murder in death, disappearance of two USF students
Authorities have filed murder charges against the roommate of a Bangladeshi doctoral student who disappeared with his girlfriend from the University of South Florida
April 25, 2026
Technology|World
Meet the cat and dog rescued by a drone from the Ukrainian front line
Meet the cat and dog rescued by a drone from the Ukrainian front line
April 25, 2026
Crime|Europe|Technology|World
Romania finds parts of second drone after overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Romania recovered fragments of two drones after an overnight Russian attack on neighbouring Ukraine, its defence ministry said in statements on Saturday, while the
April 25, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World
China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia
China's commerce ministry on Saturday expressed "firm opposition" to the European Union's inclusion of Chinese entities in its 20th round of sanctions against Russia,
April 25, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Slovenian president tells lawmakers to nominate PM able to form coalition
Slovenia was left without a prime minister-designate in the wake of last month's election after President Natasa Pirc Musar said on Saturday she would not nominate one
April 25, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Palestinian local elections give some Gazans first chance to vote in years
Palestinians voted in local elections on Saturday that for the first time in two decades include Gaza and are a gauge of the
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Technology|World
Tired of high costs, some Americans are importing homes straight from China
Tired of high costs, some Americans are importing homes straight from China
April 25, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US agrees Venezuelan government can pay Maduro’s legal fees, ending weekslong standoff
US agrees Venezuelan government can pay Maduro’s legal fees, ending weekslong standoff
April 25, 2026
Business|Crime|US|World
Inside the high-risk decision to testify in your own defense
Inside the high-risk decision to testify in your own defense
April 25, 2026
Americas|Crime|Sports|World
In this World Cup host city in Mexico, residents are feeling increasingly unsafe
In this World Cup host city in Mexico, residents are feeling increasingly unsafe
April 25, 2026
Crime|Technology|World
A bank robber's cellphone gave him away. Now the Supreme Court is hearing his case
Okello Chatrie’s cellphone gave him away
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Iran says it won't accept 'maximalist demands' as Islamabad hosts peace push
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi laid out Iran's demands and its reservations about U.S. positions on
April 25, 2026
Asia|Political|World
Russian parliament speaker in North Korea to mark Pyongyang's troop deployment in Ukraine war
The speaker of Russia's parliament, a close ally of President Vladimir Putin, arrived in North Korea on Saturday to attend an event to commemorate Pyongyang's deployment of
April 25, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russia and Ukraine exchange attacks, killing and wounding dozens, as Zelenskyy calls for more talks
Russian drone and missile strikes have killed at least five people and wounded 46 in Dnipro and other areas of Ukraine
April 25, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
A sudden shift: ICE arrests drop nearly 12% after Minneapolis killings and immigration shake-up
At the peak of the crackdown, carloads of masked immigration officers were a common sight in the streets of Minneapolis, while thousands of people were being arrested every week in Texas, Florida and California
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World
In Supreme Court fight against deportation shield, Trump says judges have no role
Among President Donald Trump's main arguments at the U.S.
April 25, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Ukrainian drone hits apartment building in Russian city of Yekaterinburg, local official says
A Ukrainian drone hit a multi-storey apartment building in Russia's fourth-largest city, Yekaterinburg, the regional governor said on Saturday, in the first attack on the city
April 25, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
Republicans retool midterm strategy: Trump's policies, but less Trump
With U.S. gas prices up, President Donald Trump's approval
April 25, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Palestinians hold funerals for pregnant woman and her children killed in Israeli strikes
Palestinians have buried a pregnant woman and her two children killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza
April 25, 2026
Entertainment|Political|US|World
Trump, critic of the press, attends its annual celebration after years of boycotts
President Donald Trump, famous for his clashes with reporters and denunciations of the “fake news” media, will attend the White House Correspondents’
April 25, 2026
Americas|Crime|Lifestyle|World
The secret lives of cartel wives: The women behind Latin America’s narco-empires
The secret lives of cartel wives: The women behind Latin America’s narco-empires
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Don't count on rate cuts just yet: Warsh as Fed chair may not lead to big policy changes
President Donald Trump has made it clear he expects his choice for Federal Reserve chair to quickly cut interest rates once he takes office
April 25, 2026
Asia|Environment|World
Firefighters in northern Japan struggle to contain blazes as over 3,000 people evacuated
More than 1,000 firefighters in northern Japan battled to contain two wildfires for a fourth straight day on Saturday, as the blazes pushed
April 25, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Romania says drone fragments damage property during overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Romania recovered drone fragments in the southeastern city of Galati after an overnight Russian attack on neighbouring Ukraine, with an electricity pole and a household
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Health|World
Italy votes down equal parental leave while fathers redefine their role online
Every afternoon in a Milan suburb, Diego Di Franco picks up his children from school, manages after‑school activities and prepares dinner
April 25, 2026
Business|Crime|Education|Technology|World
OpenAI chief apologizes for not reporting shooting suspect to police
OpenAI Chief Sam Altman apologized to the Canadian community of Tumbler Ridge for failing to alert police about a banned account linked to Jesse Van Rootselaar, who police say
April 25, 2026
Interview|Lifestyle|Sports|World
How moving to the US helped marathon champion Hellen Obiri achieve two dreams at once
How moving to the US helped marathon champion Hellen Obiri achieve two dreams at once
April 25, 2026
Political|World
Afghanistan calls on Afghans who helped US in war and are now stuck in Qatar to return home
Afghanistan’s foreign ministry says Afghans who helped the U.S. war effort and are stuck in Qatar can safely return home
April 25, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Turkey may consider role in Hormuz demining after Iran-US deal, minister says
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that Turkey could consider taking part in demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz following a possible peace agreement
April 25, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Tunisia suspends one of Africa’s oldest rights groups as crackdown widens
Authorities in Tunisia have ordered a one-month suspension of the Tunisian League for Human Rights
April 25, 2026
Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World
Japan awakens to Radio Taiso exercise tradition. One face of the country's longevity
Radio Taiso is an exercise program in Japan that comes on the air every morning at 6:30
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
EU considers helping with Mideast energy infrastructure to bypass conflict zones
Top European Union officials say the bloc is looking into funding alternative energy infrastructure in the Middle East that would circumvent conflict hot spots like the Strait of Hormuz
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
Soaring US stocks face pivotal week of tech-led earnings, Fed meeting
A scorching U.S. stock rally faces a test from a mammoth week of corporate results led by major technology companies, along with a Federal Reserve
April 24, 2026
Political|US|World
US Democrats look to rein in Trump's war powers, this time on Cuba
The U.S.
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Science|US|World
Wildfires abound in US Southeast, Georgia suffers record property losses
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declared an emergency on Friday for 91 counties in his state, where authorities are battling two major wildfires that have caused
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump has not mentioned Canada paying an 'entry fee' ahead of USMCA talks, says Carney
U.S.
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Canada February retail sales up 0.7%; seen up 0.6% in March
Canadian retail sales rose 0.7% in February from January to C$72.06 billion ($52.68 billion) on higher sales at motor vehicle and parts dealers, Statistics Canada said on
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
China first-quarter fiscal spending quickens as Beijing seeks to spur growth
China’s fiscal spending rose 2.6% in the first quarter from a year earlier, accelerating from a 1% increase in 2025, the finance ministry said on Friday, as Beijing steps
April 24, 2026
Asia|Political|World
India rebukes Trump for sharing ‘hellhole’ remarks on birthright citizenship
India has dismissed as "uninformed" comments shared by U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|World
After waiting years for justice, many Purdue opioid victims are defeated — by paperwork
Tammy Blanton’s life unraveled after years of taking opioids initially prescribed for migraines, according to her daughter Mary Anne, who says the drugs left
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Oil prices end volatile session mixed but up sharply for the week on supply worries
Oil prices whipsawed in volatile trade on Friday, but were higher on the week, as traders weighed supply disruptions against the
April 24, 2026
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World
US State Dept orders global warning about alleged AI thefts by DeepSeek, other Chinese firms
The U.S.
April 25, 2026
Crime|Political|World
ASEAN chair urges Myanmar to free more prisoners including Aung San Suu Kyi
The Philippines, chair of the regional bloc ASEAN, on Friday encouraged more prisoner releases in Myanmar, including ousted former leader Aung San Suu Kyi and said a
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Brazil posts wider-than-expected current account deficit in March
Brazil's current account deficit totaled $6.036 billion in March, central bank data showed on Friday, exceeding the $5.489 billion shortfall expected by economists in a
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|World
UK companies ramp up selling price expectations, Bank of England survey shows
British businesses ramped up their expectations for selling prices in the year ahead, according to a survey published by the Bank of England on Friday that added to a run of
April 24, 2026
Americas|Europe|Political|World
Sovereignty of Falklands rests with the UK, Britain tells the US
The sovereignty of the Falkland Islands rests with Britain, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday after an internal Pentagon email suggested
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Another wave of public outcry tests Putin's rule in wartime Russia
Public dissent appears to be deepening in Russia
April 25, 2026
Crime|Election|Political|US|World
California to weigh tighter restrictions on voter registration amid US debate on election security
A proposal that would require California to verify proof of citizenship when a person registers to vote — and require voters to provide identification at polling places — will appear on the November ballot
April 25, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Iran's foreign minister arrives in Pakistan, Trump expects offer satisfying US demands
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in the Pakistani capital Islamabad on Friday to discuss
April 24, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific
The U.S. military says it launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people Friday
April 25, 2026
Sports|US|World
James makes tying 3 as Lakers storm back late, win in OT and take a 3-0 series lead over the Rockets
LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, Marcus Smart had eight points in overtime and the Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of a Houston Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win Friday night to take a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference first-round series
April 25, 2026
Sports|World
Canadiens beat Lightning 3-2 in OT to take 2-1 lead in all extra-time series
Lane Hutson scored on a slap shot at 2:09 of overtime and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 on Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in the first-round series that has opened with three extra-time thrillers
April 25, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Tunisia suspends Nobel Peace Prize-winning LTDH rights group
Tunisian authorities on Friday ordered a one-month suspension of activities by the Human Rights League (LTDH), according to a statement from the group, which was among the
April 25, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
US appeals court allows Texas to enforce migrant arrest law
A federal appeals court on Friday cleared the way for Texas authorities to enforce a Republican-backed state law that would let them arrest and prosecute people
April 25, 2026
Arts|Crime|US|World
Court overturns subway bomber’s conviction for giving ISIS ‘material support,’ raising questions about terrorism prosecutions
Court overturns subway bomber’s conviction for giving ISIS ‘material support,’ raising questions about terrorism prosecutions
April 25, 2026
Environment|Science|US|World
Pattern shift brings back-to-back days of severe weather threats to central US
Pattern shift brings back-to-back days of severe weather threats to central US
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Mississippi will reexamine judicial redistricts after US Supreme Court rules in voting rights case
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves is announcing a special session for judicial redistricting following an upcoming U.S. Supreme Court ruling in a major Voting Rights Act case
April 25, 2026
Crime|Environment|US|World
Violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives
Officials say a powerful storm churned up multiple tornadoes that barreled through Oklahoma, damaging at least 40 homes and sending emergency crews door-to-door in a hard hit neighborhood
April 24, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran foreign minister
U.S. President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan on Saturday to continue talks with Iran
April 24, 2026
Business|Health|Science|Technology|World
CureVac sues Moderna for patent infringement over COVID-19 vaccines
German biotech company CureVac sued Moderna in Delaware federal court on Friday, alleging that Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine Spikevax infringed CureVac patents
April 25, 2026
Crime|US|World
US adding firing squads, electrocution and gassing to federal execution methods
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Americas|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Russia's Lavrov says US discarding international conventions, pursuing its own interests
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused the United States of abandoning internationally recognised diplomatic conventions in pursuit of its own interests, particularly in
April 25, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World
Leaders of Colombia, Venezuela agree intelligence-sharing, talk electricity at Caracas meeting
Colombian President Gustavo Petro and his Venezuelan counterpart Delcy Rodriguez agreed intelligence-sharing measures to combat
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
US considers using Defense Production Act in Spirit Airlines restructuring, source says
U.S.
April 25, 2026
Crime|Technology|World
OpenAI’s Sam Altman apologizes to Canadian community after failing to flag mass shooter’s conversations with its AI chatbot
OpenAI’s Sam Altman apologizes to Canadian community after failing to flag mass shooter’s conversations with its AI chatbot
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
US won't renew Iranian and Russian oil waivers, Bessent says
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the U.S. does not plan a third renewal of a waiver allowing the purchase of Russian oil that is currently at sea
April 25, 2026
Americas|Business|Environment|Lifestyle|US|World
Growing wildfires blamed for death of Florida firefighter and destruction of 120 Georgia homes
Officials say a volunteer firefighter has died battling a wildfire in Florida, while two large fires in Georgia have destroyed more than 120 homes
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World
US to hold public hearings on April 28-29 related to probes of forced labor
The U.S.
April 25, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Trump tells Reuters he will discuss digital tax, NATO with King Charles
U.S.
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P 500, Nasdaq close at records on tech lift, Iran peace talk hopes
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs on Friday, bolstered by optimism for possible negotiations between the U.S. and Iran
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Pope Leo condemns capital punishment amid US execution push
Pope Leo condemned capital punishment for a second day running on Friday, calling for its abolition in the United States just as President Donald Trump's
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Trump says he will be looking into banks regarding Los Angeles wildfires
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|World
Hypersonic weapon startup Castelion wins $105 million Navy contract for F/A-18 integration
Castelion, a small California defense startup, has won a $105 million U.S.
April 25, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Argentina calls for renewed negotiations over Falkland Islands
Argentina's government on Friday reiterated its willingness to resume bilateral negotiations with the United Kingdom in regards to a sovereignty dispute over the
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Tech boosts US stocks to record close, oil dips on signs of Iran peace progress
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq notched all-time closing highs on Friday as investors assessed signs of progress in U.S.-Iran peace talks and weighed solid
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Technology|World
US soldier charged with Maduro bets was blocked from opening account on Kalshi, source says
A U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|World
US special forces soldier arrested after allegedly winning $400,000 on Maduro raid
US special forces soldier arrested after allegedly winning $400,000 on Maduro raid
April 24, 2026
Business|Europe|Sports|World
Forest takes big step to ensuring Premier League survival by drubbing Sunderland
Nottingham Forest has taken a huge step toward ensuring its Premier League survival by beating Sunderland 5-0 away from home
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Only five ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours
Only five ships, including one Iranian oil products tanker, have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours, Friday shipping data showed,
April 24, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Trump dispatches Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for new talks with Iran's foreign minister
President Donald Trump is sending his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to meet with Iran’s foreign minister as officials in the South Asian nation push to revive ceasefire talks
April 24, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Cremonese falls into Serie A relegation zone after drubbing at Napoli
Scott McTominay has scored and missed a penalty and Napoli has beaten relegation-threatened Cremonese 4-0 in Serie A
April 25, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Southern Poverty Law Center charged with defrauding donors with payments to extremist informants
The Southern Poverty Law Center has been indicted on federal fraud charges alleging it improperly raised millions of dollars to secretly pay leaders of the Ku Klux Klan and other hate groups for inside information
April 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World
Intel’s best day since 1987 leads the US stock market to more records
A surge for Intel following a blowout profit report led the U.S. stock market to more records, while oil prices kept yo-yoing in the wait for what’s next with the Iran war
April 24, 2026
Political|Travel|US|World
King Charles to attend 9/11 event with New York Mayor Mamdani
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani will participate in a 9/11 memorial wreath-laying ceremony with Britain's King Charles when he visits next week, his
April 25, 2026
Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|World
Russian, UAE foreign ministers seek resumption of talks to achieve Middle East agreement
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and his counterpart from the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, called for the resumption of talks to secure a rapid,
April 25, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World
Argentina court orders seizure of ex-president Kirchner's assets
An Argentine appellate court has upheld a lower court decision for the assets of former Argentine President Cristina Kirchner to be confiscated in
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|World
SLB, Baker Hughes see oil exploration spending rising as Iran war disrupts supply
Top oilfield services companies SLB and Baker Hughes said on Friday they expect higher spending on oil
April 25, 2026
Health|Political|Science|World
Lancet medical journal declined US Senate COVID origins ask
Leading medical journal The Lancet will decline a request to provide evidence for a U.S.
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Canada greenlights Enbridge gas pipeline expansion in test of Carney approval process
Canada has approved a C$4 billion ($2.93 billion) expansion of Enbridge's Westcoast natural gas pipeline system in British Columbia, the first major
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
New York sues US for canceling $73.5 million in highway funding
New York sued the Trump administration for withholding more than $73.5 million in highway funding over the state's decision not to revoke some
April 25, 2026
Political|US|World
Qatar emir, Trump discuss Washington-Tehran ceasefire
Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed developments in the Washington-Tehran ceasefire agreement in a phone call with U.S.
April 25, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump administration to re-terminate legal status of migrants who used Biden-era app
The Trump administration again plans to terminate the legal status of hundreds of thousands of migrants, after a judge blocked its initial effort to revoke
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Dollar slips as DOJ drops Powell probe, clearing path for Warsh
The dollar fell on Friday, pressured by the Justice Department's decision to close its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair
April 24, 2026
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli fire kills 12 in Gaza, medics say
Israeli fire killed at least 12 people including six police officers across Gaza on Friday, Palestinian health officials said.
April 24, 2026
Political|US|World
Appeals court rules that Trump's asylum ban at the border is illegal
A U.S. appeals court has blocked President Donald Trump's executive order suspending asylum access at the southern border
April 24, 2026
Business|Political|US|World
Iran to make offer aimed at satisfying US demands, Trump tells Reuters
U.S.
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
US legal adviser says Iran war justified by Tehran's 'aggression' over decades
The U.S.
April 24, 2026
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World
World's oldest nun, Sister Francis Dominici Piscatella, celebrates 113th birthday on Long Island
World's oldest nun, Sister Francis Dominici Piscatella, celebrates 113th birthday on Long Island
April 25, 2026
Crime|Health|US|World
US Army major in Virginia is charged with plotting to assist separatist fighters in Cameroon
A U.S. Army major employed as a nurse on a military base near Washington, D.C., has been charged with conspiring to provide financial and tactical support to separatist fighters in his native Cameroon
April 25, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World
Jack Thornell, AP photographer who captured assassination attempt on James Meredith, dies at 86
Jack Thornell, the Associated Press photographer whose picture from an assassination attempt on James Meredith in 1966 won a Pulitzer Prize, has died at age 86
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World
US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K on Maduro raid is granted bond
A U.S. soldier involved with the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been granted bond, a day after being charged with using classified information about the operation to win more than $400,000 in an online prediction market
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|Science|Technology|World
How conspiracy theories about missing or dead scientists went from online forums to the White House
Speculation about links among a handful U.S. scientists who have died or disappeared in recent years was largely confined to niche online communities less than two months ago
April 25, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Couple convicted in ‘kill list’ manifesto case
Couple convicted in ‘kill list’ manifesto case
April 25, 2026
Political|US|World
Witkoff and Kushner headed to Pakistan for Iran talks, White House says
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
SLB seeks to pass on costs as Iran war disrupts supply chains (April 24)
SLB said it is seeking to recover higher costs from customers after the
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Avis roller coaster drags a big index along for the ride
White-knuckle trading this month in car rental firm Avis Budget has taken one of the longest-standing U.S. stock indexes for its own thrill ride.
April 24, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Ukraine, Russia swap 193 prisoners of war each in US, UAE-facilitated exchange
Ukraine and Russia conducted a prisoner of war swap on Friday, sending back 193 captured personnel each in an exchange both sides said was facilitated by the United
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Deutsche Boerse CEO warns against 24/7 trading as Wall Street gears up for it
Trading stocks round-the-clock, seven days a week could damage markets by fragmenting liquidity, German exchange operator
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
US, EU deepen cooperation on critical minerals with eye to broader agreement
The U.S. and the European Union on Friday deepened their coordination on critical minerals as part of a broader push by Western allies
April 24, 2026
Business|Finance|Science|Technology|World
DeepSeek unveils new AI model tailored for Huawei chips as China pushes for tech autonomy
DeepSeek, the Chinese startup whose low-cost AI model stunned the world last year, launched on Friday a preview of a highly
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Brazil aims to regulate critical minerals without tax breaks, finance minister says
Brazil's planned critical minerals rules do not involve fresh tax breaks, Finance Minister Dario Durigan said on Friday, adding that
April 25, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World
US soldier charged over Maduro removal insider bets released on $250,000 bond
A U.S.
April 24, 2026
Crime|Economy|Environment|World
Second border wall construction underway in Southern Arizona
Second border wall construction underway in Southern Arizona
April 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
US imposes sanctions on a China-based oil refinery and 40 shippers over Iranian oil
The Trump administration is sanctioning a major China-based oil refinery and about 40 shipping companies
April 25, 2026
Crime|Education|US|World
Cal State Monterey Bay students protest after racially charged graffiti incidents
Cal State Monterey Bay students protest after racially charged graffiti incidents
April 25, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Justice Department to allow firing squads for executions in move to ramp up capital punishment
The Justice Department will adopt firing squad as a permitted method of execution as the Trump administration moves to ramp up and expedite capital punishment cases
April 25, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Trump’s Justice Department is bringing back firing squads for federal executions
Trump’s Justice Department is bringing back firing squads for federal executions
April 24, 2026
Americas|Crime|World
Florida police arrest man for first-degree murder after fatal beating over $12 debt
Florida police arrest man for first-degree murder after fatal beating over $12 debt
April 25, 2026
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology|World
'Hiding in plain sight': Millard Public Schools moves to terminate teacher accused of generating child pornography
'Hiding in plain sight': Millard Public Schools moves to terminate teacher accused of generating child pornography
April 25, 2026
World
The Gaza playbook: Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli destruction in Lebanon
The Gaza playbook: Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli destruction in Lebanon
April 25, 2026
Political|Travel|World
Witkoff and Kushner to travel to Pakistan soon for Iran talks, US official says
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World
Microsoft to offer voluntary retirement to thousands of US employees for the first time
Microsoft to offer voluntary retirement to thousands of US employees for the first time
April 25, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump’s effort to bar migrants from claiming asylum at the border rejected, setting up possible Supreme Court showdown
Trump’s effort to bar migrants from claiming asylum at the border rejected, setting up possible Supreme Court showdown
April 24, 2026
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World
The wide-brimmed Sombrero galaxy is revealed in all its splendor by a telescope in Chile
The Sombrero galaxy and its glowing halo of stars have never looked this good
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World
Justice Department drops criminal probe of Fed chair Powell, likely clearing the way for Warsh
The Justice Department has ended its investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, clearing a major roadblock to the confirmation of Kevin Warsh as his successor
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Russian central bank cuts key rate by only 50 bps, raises oil price forecast on Iran war
The Russian central bank reduced its key rate by 50 basis points to 14.5% on Friday, as expected by analysts, despite pressure from
April 24, 2026
Business|Technology|World
China bans dual-use item exports to seven European entities over Taiwan arms sales
China's Commerce Ministry said on Friday it was banning exports of dual-use items to seven European entities over arms sales to Taiwan, placing them immediately on its
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Lots of talk, lots of tech
Next week combines the big three obsessions for investors right now - the war in Iran, the path of interest rates and the AI boom.
April 24, 2026
Crime|World
UN says Israeli strikes in Lebanon, Hezbollah rockets into Israel may breach international law
The U.N. human rights office said on Friday it has documented patterns of attacks on civilians in populated areas and residential buildings in
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
EU prepares to clash with US again over shipping carbon levy
European Union countries agreed on Friday to keep pushing for a global price on shipping's CO2 emissions in U.N. talks next week,
April 24, 2026
Environment|Europe|World
France kept climate change off G7 agenda to avoid clash with US
France wound up a meeting of G7 environment ministers on Friday defending its "pragmatic" decision to keep climate change off the agenda to avoid a clash with the U.S. U.S.
April 24, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says
An internal Pentagon email outlines options for the United States to punish NATO allies it believes failed to support U.S. operations in the war with
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
UK stocks end week lower as fragile U.S.-Iran truce weighs; BoE flags risks
UK's main stock indexes recorded weekly losses as investors assessed tentative signs of renewed U.S.-Iran peace talks, while a Bank of England warning that global stocks could
April 24, 2026
Science|Technology|World
Romania tests AI-powered drone interceptors as Ukraine war gets closer
At a Romanian base overlooking the Black Sea, camouflaged figures squinted up into the sky and drones whined far overhead - the final test of a
April 24, 2026
Health|Science|World
US FDA moves to fast-track psychedelic drugs after Trump order
The U.S. health regulator on Friday moved to speed up the development of new treatments for serious mental illness by awarding the national
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Tunisian journalist detained after criticising judiciary, lawyer says
Prominent Tunisian reporter Zied Heni was detained on Friday after writing an article criticising the judiciary, according to his lawyer, a move the journalists' union said
April 24, 2026
Crime|Election|Political|World
Peruvian police raid property of former electoral chief amid election irregularities
Police raided the home of Peru's former chief electoral official on Friday as part of a new probe into alleged electoral irregularities,
April 24, 2026
Health|Political|World
Time runs out for assisted dying bill for England and Wales
A proposed bill allowing terminally ill adults in England and Wales to end their lives has failed
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Businesses dole out up to $4 million to cross Panama Canal during Strait of Hormuz chokehold
Businesses have doled out up to $4 million to send ships through the Panama Canal while trying to avoid the Iran war's risks and effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Officials say former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival
A former police officer was arrested in Florida on Wednesday after authorities found information suggesting he planned a mass shooting at a festival in New Orleans, according to the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office. Christopher Gillum of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is wanted in Orleans Parish on a charge of making terroristic threats. This story is breaking.
April 24, 2026
Education|Entertainment|Health|World
Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas
Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas
April 24, 2026
Economy|Technology|World
US freezes $344 million in cryptocurrency said to be linked to Iran
US freezes $344 million in cryptocurrency said to be linked to Iran
April 24, 2026
Crime|Entertainment|US|World
'You are evidence evil exists': Milwaukee man sentenced to life in prison for killing of 4-year-old son
'You are evidence evil exists': Milwaukee man sentenced to life in prison for killing of 4-year-old son
April 24, 2026
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|World
Video recovered from deputy's bodycam hit with bullet amid Deltona shooting
Video recovered from deputy's bodycam hit with bullet amid Deltona shooting
April 24, 2026
Crime|US|World
Woman charged with planning ‘mass-casualty event’ at Houston synagogue, Davidson County deputies say
Woman charged with planning ‘mass-casualty event’ at Houston synagogue, Davidson County deputies say
April 24, 2026
Business|Europe|Sports|World
Jim Furyk is returning as US Ryder Cup captain for 2027 with Tiger Woods out
The PGA of America has confirmed an AP report that Jim Furyk is the next U.S. Ryder Cup captain
April 24, 2026
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World
Norway plans to ban social media use by children under 16
Norway said on Friday it would present a bill in parliament by year-end to ban children from using social media until they turn 16, making technology companies responsible
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Mexican economy misses expectations is February, slow start to the year
Mexico's economic activity expanded slightly in February but missed expectations, extending its rough patch since the start of the year, official data showed on
April 24, 2026
Health|Political|World
Netanyahu says he was successfully treated for prostate cancer
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday that he had received successful treatment for early-stage prostate cancer, without specifying when the treatment
April 24, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
South Africa promises crackdown on xenophobic attacks after Ghana protests
South African authorities promised on Friday to crack down on anyone carrying out xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians and other foreign nationals, a day after Ghana
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
China to curb US investment in tech companies, Bloomberg News reports
China plans to restrict top technology firms, including leading AI startups, from accepting U.S. capital without government approval, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing
April 24, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World
Eswatini celebrates King Mswati III's 40 years as critics decry royal spending
Marching bands blew horns, women ululated and men cheered on Friday to celebrate King Mswati III's 40 years on Eswatini's throne,
April 24, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Merz floats sanctions relief for Iran peace deal, other EU leaders cautious
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggested on Friday that the European Union could ease sanctions on Tehran as part of a comprehensive deal that would end the Iran war,
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Putin may attend G20 summit in Miami after US invitation
Russian President Vladimir Putin could travel to the G20 summit in Miami in December, the Kremlin said on Friday after
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
China's DeepSeek rolls out a long-anticipated update of its AI model
DeepSeek, the Chinese artificial intelligence startup that shook up world markets last year, has launched preview versions of its latest major update
April 24, 2026
Environment|Science|Technology|World
Forty years after nuclear disaster, Ukraine's Chornobyl plant is haunted by war
Denys Khomenko betrays no emotion recalling the night last year when a Russian strike drone tore into
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World
US discussing dollar swap lines with Gulf and Asian partners, Treasury's Bessent says
The United States is discussing currency swap lines with other countries including Gulf and Asian partners, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
P&G warns of $1 billion profit hit in fiscal 2027 from higher oil prices
U.S. consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble on Friday warned of a roughly $1 billion post-tax hit to its fiscal 2027 profit from surging
April 24, 2026
World
Hezbollah says ceasefire 'meaningless' as fighting continues in south
Lebanon's Hezbollah said a U.S.-mediated ceasefire in the war with Israel was meaningless a day after it was extended for
April 24, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
European anti-fraud office opens investigation into Peter Mandelson
The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) said it had opened an investigation into Peter Mandelson, Britain's former ambassador to the U.S. and an ex-EU
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
US consumer sentiment slumps to record low in April; inflation expectations rise
U.S. consumer sentiment fell to a record low in April as households shrugged off a ceasefire in the war with Iran, remaining focused on the inflation
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|US|World
Lobbyist for man pardoned by Trump indicted on extortion charges
A lobbyist who helped a nursing home owner convicted of tax fraud secure a pardon from President Donald Trump has been indicted on extortion charges, court
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
US, EU announce action plan to coordinate trade policies on critical minerals
The United States and European Union on Friday released an action plan to coordinate trade policies and measures on critical minerals supply chains,
April 24, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Kosovo court jails three men for 2023 terror attack near Serbia's border
A court in Pristina on Friday convicted three men on terrorism charges over a 2023 attack in northern Kosovo when Serb gunmen stormed a village and battled police in a
April 24, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Main suspect in Syria's Tadamon massacre arrested, ministry says
By Feras Dalatey April 24 - Syria's Interior Ministry said on Friday it had arrested the main suspect in the 2013 Tadamon massacre, one of the worst acts of violence attributed to the former
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Luxury group Cucinelli tightens controls on sanctions compliance after allegations
Luxury group Brunello Cucinelli has strengthened its controls to monitor compliance with European Union sanctions on Russia, its 2025 annual report shows, following
April 24, 2026
Business|Health|Political|Science|World
FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive
The Food and Drug Administration says it will offer ultra-fast review to three psychedelic drugs being studied for hard-to-treat mental health conditions, including major depression
April 24, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Georgia blaze shows how climate change has led to more wildfires in the East
Wildfires are often thought to be a problem for Western North America, but climate change and other factors are making fires nastier in the East, especially this year
April 24, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World
Pope Leo condemns Iran’s killing of protesters but says he cannot support war
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday denounced the Iranian regime’s killing of protesters but stressed that, “as a pastor,” he cannot support the US-Israeli war with Iran.
April 24, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is declining to engage in a dispute with the U.S. over reports that the Pentagon is considering punishing NATO members who don't support U.S. operations in the Iran war
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Consumer sentiment rebounds slightly after hitting lowest level on record
Consumer sentiment rebounds slightly after hitting lowest level on record
April 24, 2026
Business|Political|World
Pentagon chief Hegseth says US blockade on Iran 'going global'
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Friday that a U.S. blockade on Iran is going global, adding Tehran had a chance to make a "good deal" with Washington.
April 24, 2026
Environment|Science|Travel|World
Meet the baby koala hiding in its mom’s pouch at a Florida zoo’s new Outback habitat
The Palm Beach Zoo in Florida has two reasons to celebrate
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Locked Capitol doors and more cash for security are the new normal after Minnesota assassination
State lawmakers across the U.S. are increasing security measures as political violence rises
April 24, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Donald Trump’s ire and Russian criticism are helping Giorgia Meloni at home
Donald Trump’s ire and Russian criticism are helping Giorgia Meloni at home
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|World
World Cup final tickets now reselling for over $2 million each
World Cup final tickets now reselling for over $2 million each
April 24, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Norway should use wealth fund for aid due to oil price rise in Iran war, Egeland says
Norway should use some of the income from its $2.2 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's largest, to help civilians suffering from the war in Iran,
April 24, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Science|Technology|World
Europe’s markets watchdog warns cyber threats are growing as AI speeds up risks
The chief of Europe’s securities regulator said the risks from and potential speed of cyberattacks are growing, joining a chorus
April 24, 2026
Africa|Business|Travel|World
Plane skids off runway in Kenya, passengers unharmed
A passenger plane overran the runway and careered into roadside bushes at a remote airstrip in northeastern Kenya on Friday, but all 36 people on board escaped without
April 24, 2026
Business|MidEast|Political|Technology|World
Zelenskiy seeks to develop security co-operation after Saudi visit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday visited Saudi Arabia for the second time in a month, as Kyiv seeks to bolster security co-operation and advertise its
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Norfolk Southern warns fuel costs will pressure coming quarters
Norfolk Southern said on Friday that surging fuel prices will continue to pressure earnings in the coming quarters after higher fuel costs weighed on margins and
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World
Meta strikes deal with Amazon's cloud unit to use its CPU chips
Meta Platforms and Amazon.com on Friday said Meta will use Amazon Web Services' (AWS) Graviton5 central processing unit (CPU) chips, a deal an AWS
April 24, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World
The ancient mountain kingdom where fantasy comes to life
The ancient mountain kingdom where fantasy comes to life
April 24, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Russia vows to help Cuba withstand US 'blackmail and threats'
Russia said on Friday that it stood in solidarity with Cuba and would continue to provide humanitarian aid to the Communist‑run island republic, rejecting what it
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Bank of Canada to hold interest rates this year, show patience with energy inflation: Reuters poll
The Bank of Canada will hold its overnight rate steady next week and through the rest of the year, according to a majority of economists polled by Reuters, most
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Canada March Wholesale trade most likely up 1.3% - Statscan flash estimate
Canadian wholesale trade most likely rose 1.3% in March from February, largely driven by higher sales in the machinery, equipment and supplies subsector, Statistics Canada said in
April 24, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Poland says it will challenge Mercosur trade deal in EU's top court
Poland will file a complaint to the European Union's top court about the bloc's free trade agreement with South America, Deputy Prime Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Environment|Travel|World
Iran war leaves seafarers stranded in the Gulf
Ankit Yadav, a seafarer from India, has been stuck on a boat at an inland Iranian port for about 2-1/2 weeks, surviving with his three fellow mariners
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World
Porsche to sell stake in sports car maker Bugatti
Porsche will sell its stakes in sports car makers Bugatti and Rimac to a consortium led by a U.S. fund linked to Egypt's billionaire Sawiris family, the companies
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Swiss National Bank defends investment approach after calls to ditch Palantir stake
Swiss National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel defended the central bank's investment approach on Friday, after campaigners from Minneapolis called on the
April 24, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Danish government talks deadlocked one month after election
Talks on forming a new Danish government are in stalemate one month on from the country's parliamentary election, slowing
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
Chinese EV maker NIO bets on in-house chips to cut reliance on Nvidia
NIO is betting that in-house chip development will sharpen its technological edge and improve profitability, Chief Executive William Li said on Friday, as the Chinese
April 24, 2026
Asia|Environment|World
Northern Japan wildfires prompt mass evacuations as flames spread
Two forest fires continued to spread toward residential areas in a northern Japanese town on Friday, prompting authorities to expand evacuation orders to more than 3,000
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Russia's Nabiullina on rate cut, outlook and the economy
Russian Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina addressed a press conference on Friday after the central bank cut its key rate by 50 basis points to 14.5%.
April 24, 2026
Europe|Political|World
What to know about the Falkland Islands as US considers reassessing position
The United States could seek to punish Britain for its lack of support on the Iran war by reviewing its position on London's claim to the Falkland Islands
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World
S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher on fresh hopes of US-Iran talks
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite rose on Friday as renewed hopes for U.S.-Iran negotiations to end the war lifted sentiment, while a surge in Intel shares added further
April 24, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
Man who helped fellow runner across Boston Marathon finish line says it was natural instinct to help
One of two men who helped carry a fellow runner across the finish line of the Boston Marathon said he had been struggling earlier himself but drew strength from the supportive crowd
April 24, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Two women risked everything after US raid to protest Venezuela's detentions of their husbands
Venezuelan women have spent the year protesting to demand the release of hundreds of political prisoners
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|US|World
4 tickets to World Cup final are listed on FIFA's resale site for more than $2 million
FIFA’s resale site has four tickets on sale for the World Cup final for just under $2.3 million each
April 24, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Spain heads to World Cup with its image battered by cases of racism, sexism and xenophobia
First came the racist abuse against Vinícius Júnior
April 24, 2026
Health|Political|World
Netanyahu reveals he quietly underwent treatment for undisclosed prostate cancer
Netanyahu reveals he quietly underwent treatment for undisclosed prostate cancer
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
At Beijing auto show, Chinese carmakers flaunt new technologies as global competition heats up
China’s top automakers are showcasing their latest models and technologies from intelligent driving to ultrafast charging in Beijing as they compete with global rivals in overseas markets
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Indonesia reaffirms it has no plan to impose tolls in Malacca Strait
Indonesia has no plan to impose tolls on ships passing through the Malacca Strait, its finance minister said on Friday, after his comments about
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
After call from Beijing, China's auto industry races to embed AI in just about everything
It took China 25 years to dominate the market for electric vehicles.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
Key ECB policymaker comments in run up to April 30 meeting
The following are key comments from European Central Bank policymakers in the run-up to the April 30 meeting.
April 24, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Americans blame Trump for gas price surge in midterm election year, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
A clear majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for surging gasoline prices, which is weighing on his Republican Party ahead
April 24, 2026
Environment|Science|Travel|World
Giant ice tower delays opening of Everest climbing route
Hundreds of mountaineers are stranded at the Himalayan base camp for Mount Everest as a crevasse strewn with chunks of ice, including one towering block
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Schrödinger’s ceasefire
Everything Mike Dolan and the ROI team are excited to read, watch and listen to over the weekend. From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers!
April 24, 2026
Asia|World
Thailand says China foreign minister expressed hope for improvements in Thai-Cambodia relations
China's visiting Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed hopes for improved relations between Thailand and Cambodia following two rounds of armed conflict last year, the Thai
April 24, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Russia says new EU sanctions will hurt developing countries
Russia said on Friday that new European Union sanctions on its oil and gas would hurt developing countries and the EU itself, and promised to retaliate.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Putin's approval rating falls to lowest since before Ukraine war, state pollster says
Russian President Vladimir Putin's approval rating has fallen for a seventh week in a row to 65.6%, its lowest level since the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022,
April 24, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Moldova parliament votes to end energy state of emergency
Moldova's parliament voted to lift the country's energy state of emergency from Saturday, which had been imposed after Russian attacks in neighbouring Ukraine knocked
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
BYD doubles down on fast charging to target China's EV holdouts
China's BYD is pushing super-fast charging to attract drivers still loyal to petrol cars and sharpen its edge in the world's largest auto market, the
April 24, 2026
Health|Science|World
Newer testing methods suggest significant silent spread of measles in the US, threatening elimination
Newer testing methods suggest significant silent spread of measles in the US, threatening elimination
April 24, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Political|World
Correspondents' Dinner's biggest moments involve laughs, cringing and high-stakes politics
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner has produced viral moments that were funny, cringeworthy or undeniably tense and that endure across social media
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World
US launches sweeping crackdown on Southeast Asia cyberscams and sanctions Cambodian senator
U.S. officials have announced a major crackdown on Southeast Asian cyberscam operations controlled by Chinese transnational organized crime
April 24, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Prosecutors seek 30-year prison term for South Korea's Yoon for drone flights over Pyongyang
South Korean prosecutors are requesting a 30-year prison term for ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol
April 24, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports
Europe's "biggest, most important question" is whether the United States is ready to be a loyal NATO partner in case of a Russian attack, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk
April 24, 2026
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
EU to prepare blueprint for mutual assistance pact, amid NATO doubts
EU leaders have asked officials to prepare a blueprint for how the bloc's previously obscure mutual assistance clause would work,
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Global equity fund inflows surge to 17-month high on AI optimism
Weekly inflows into global equity funds surged to a more than 17-month high in the week through April 22, fuelled by optimism over demand for artificial intelligence and robust
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
No US-Iran peace talks in sight, but Islamabad maintains security lockdown
For nearly a week, Pakistan's capital has been waiting for peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to take place there, and although there is no sign the
April 24, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|World
War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026, global report says
Conflict, drought and shrinking aid will keep global hunger at critical levels in 2026, with food insecurity expected to worsen in some of the world's
April 24, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Hyundai Motor to launch 20 models in five years in new China campaign
Hyundai Motor will roll out 20 new models in China over the next five years as it seeks to revive its fortunes in the world's largest auto market, the
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Nomura posts record annual profit, sees no prolonged impact from Iran war so far
(Corrects the figure for private credit exposure in Nomura's wholesale division to $400 million from $200 million in paragraph 14.)
April 24, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Putin returns 'Iron Felix' Dzerzhinsky to Russia's spy school
President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russia's Federal Security Service's spy academy to carry the name of "Iron Felix" Dzerzhinsky, the founder of the
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Warsh's quest for better inflation data is a well-worn, difficult pursuit for Fed
Federal Reserve Chair nominee Kevin Warsh has called for a major rethink of how to measure inflation, but he may have less trouble finding new
April 24, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Russian attack on Ukraine's Odesa kills married couple, officials say
A Russian drone attack overnight on Ukraine's southern city of Odesa killed an elderly married couple and wounded more than a dozen others, Ukrainian officials said on Friday.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Brazil shackles public pension funds after Banco Master meltdown
Brazil's biggest bank failure in recent history has led to an aggressive crackdown on public pension funds, which were among its creditors, limiting
April 24, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Technology|World
Porsche, under pressure to cut costs, divests from sportscar maker Bugatti
Porsche has agreed to sell its stakes in sportscar makers Bugatti and Rimac to a consortium led by a U.S. fund co-
April 24, 2026
Celebrity|Political|US|Videos|World
Trump dismisses Prince Harry’s comments on Ukraine ahead of royal visit
Trump dismisses Prince Harry’s comments on Ukraine ahead of royal visit
April 24, 2026
Environment|Science|Travel|World
Hundreds of Everest hopefuls are waiting at base camp as glacier blocks route to summit
Hundreds of Everest hopefuls are waiting at base camp as glacier blocks route to summit
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|World
House Ethics Committee pushes for more staff and more authority as misconduct scandals rock Congress
House Ethics Committee pushes for more staff and more authority as misconduct scandals rock Congress
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
China’s AI upstart DeepSeek drops new model. Will it make waves like last year?
China’s AI upstart DeepSeek drops new model. Will it make waves like last year?
April 24, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|Entertainment|World
South Korean prosecutors deny police request for arrest warrant for K-pop mogul behind BTS
South Korean prosecutors have rejected a police request for an arrest warrant for music tycoon Bang Si-Hyuk
April 24, 2026
Political|World
Third US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East as Trump declines to give timeline on ending Iran war
Third US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East as Trump declines to give timeline on ending Iran war
April 24, 2026
Business|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World
Czech power company ČEZ signs deal with Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for first small nuclear reactor
Czech power company ČEZ has signed a deal with U.K. company Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for building the first small modular nuclear reactor in the Czech Republic
April 24, 2026
Asia|Environment|Science|World
China will send giant pandas to Atlanta again
China is sending two giant pandas to Zoo Atlanta, the China Wildlife Conservation Association says
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World
Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese companies 'exploiting' AI models made in US
The Trump administration is vowing to crack down on foreign tech companies’ exploitation of U.S. artificial intelligence models, singling out China at a time that country is narrowing the gap with the U.S. in the AI race
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World
Japan launches financial task force amid AI security fears
Japan will set up a task force to address cybersecurity risks in its financial system following concerns about potential vulnerabilities linked to
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
German business sentiment falls in April to lowest level since 2020
German business morale fell more than expected in April, as the Iran war made companies more pessimistic and threatened the long-awaited recovery of
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
UK drivers' dash for fuel at start of Iran war boosts retail sales
British motorists worried about fuel price increases rushed to the pumps immediately after the start of the Iran war, pushing up total sales volumes
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in a year as energy costs bite
A spike in energy costs caused Spanish industrial prices to rise at their fastest rate in a year in March after falling for four consecutive months, the National Statistics
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Swiss National Bank chairman says Middle East conflict will hit economy
The Middle East conflict will lead to slower economic growth and higher inflation in Switzerland, but the Swiss National Bank has unrestricted scope to target
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
China rejects Trump accusation that intercepted Iran ship was 'gift from China'
China's foreign ministry on Friday rejected an accusation by U.S.
April 24, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Dozens of Thai opposition figures to go on trial over bid to amend royal insult law
Thailand's Supreme Court said on Friday that 44 current and former
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
Minneapolis campaigners press Swiss National Bank to dump Palantir investment
The Swiss National Bank should sell its $1.1 billion stake in Palantir Technologies, campaigners from Minneapolis said at a meeting of the central bank on
April 24, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Explosion of invasive 'janitor fish' sparks mass removal operation in Indonesia's capital
Authorities in Indonesia’s capital are seeking to remove at least 10 tons of janitor fish from the city’s waterways
April 24, 2026
Crime|US|World
New Orleans mass shooting plan was thwarted by network of law enforcement. Here’s what we know
New Orleans mass shooting plan was thwarted by network of law enforcement. Here’s what we know
April 24, 2026
Business|Environment|Sports|Travel|World
A massive, unstable ice block stalls Everest climbers at base camp
A massive ice block on the route above Mount Everest's base camp is delaying climbers seeking to scale the world's highest peak
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Myanmar's military-backed government imposes martial law in 60 townships
Myanmar's junta leader-turned-president Min Aung Hlaing has issued new emergency ordinances to impose military control in 60 townships, a move aimed at tightening security in
April 24, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
French consumer confidence falls sharply in April as war takes toll on economy
French consumer confidence fell sharply in April, recording its largest drop since the start of the Ukraine war in 2022, the INSEE official statistics agency said on Friday.
April 24, 2026
Asia|Political|World
South Korea says US alliance not in crisis despite Coupang-linked friction, media reports
South Korea's national security adviser said on Thursday the U.S. alliance was not in crisis despite recent friction, though he acknowledged that current strains with
April 24, 2026
World
In Baltic skies, NATO and Russian pilots size each other up warily but without a tilt into war
In Baltic skies, there's a regular ballet of posturing between pilots from NATO nations and Russia
April 24, 2026
Crime|US|World
US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K Polymarket bet on Maduro raid
A U.S. soldier involved in the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online betting market
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Iran flaunts its grip, investors cower
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Markets were in a dour mood on Friday, with Iran flaunting its grip over the Strait of Hormuz serving as a stark reminder that the
April 24, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
South Korea prosecutors seek 30-year jail term for ex-President Yoon in drone case, Yonhap says
South Korean prosecutors sought a 30-year jail term for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on Friday, in a case alleging he ordered a drone operation over Pyongyang to help
April 24, 2026
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|World
Trump to deliver remarks to crypto conference on Saturday, White House says
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Up, or down? War scrambles financial markets' signalling efforts
The traditional global asset correlations that collapsed when the war in the Middle East erupted remain broken, leaving investors to piece together
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Fashion and Beauty|World
Iran war hits Asia's polyester suppliers to global fast fashion
A surge in fossil fuel prices since the Iran war is squeezing polyester suppliers and garment makers across
April 24, 2026
Sports|US|World
Timberwolves take a 2-1 lead on the Nuggets with a dominant defensive effort in a 113-96 win
Jaden McDaniels and the Minnesota Timberwolves flexed even more of their defensive muscle against the flagging Denver Nuggets and seized a 2-1 lead in the first-round NBA playoff series with a dominant 113-96 victory
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Woman, her 5 children released from longest ICE detention of a family under Trump
A woman and her five children, whose immigration detention of over 10 months marked the longest family detention under President Donald Trump's
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
SNB's Schlegel says prolonged energy shock could lift inflation, hit growth
Swiss National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel said the outlook for Switzerland's economy hinges on how long conflict-driven energy price pressures persist, warning that
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Fitch says no immediate downgrade if Indonesia's deficit tops 3% due to Iran war impact
Indonesia has room to breach its legal fiscal deficit ceiling of 3% of GDP without triggering an immediate ratings downgrade
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
US, EU to sign preliminary partnership deal on critical minerals on Friday
The United States and the European Union will sign a memorandum of understanding on Friday for a partnership on critical minerals, the State
April 24, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Mercedes steels itself for 'roller coaster' competition in Chinese market
Mercedes-Benz will use this year's Beijing auto show to pitch how it plans to navigate China's fiercely competitive car market, where Chief Executive Ola Kaellenius says
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Thai court accepts case against 44 opposition figures over royal insult law
Thailand's Supreme Court said on Friday it had accepted a petition that accuses 44 current and former opposition lawmakers of ethics violations over their attempt in 2021
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Most US companies seen sticking with quarterly reporting
Quarterly earnings reporting may soon become optional for U.S. firms - yet the vast majority of companies are unlikely to take advantage
April 24, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World
A tiny Arctic village in Alaska is trying to revive its polar bear tourism industry
A small Indigenous village in Alaska wants to reclaim its status as a top spot for polar bear tourism
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Japan's core inflation stays below BOJ target, energy risks grow
Japan's core inflation slowed below the central bank's 2% target for a second straight month in March, data showed on Friday, as government fuel subsidies
April 24, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Lebanon-Israel ceasefire extended by three weeks after Oval Office meeting
Lebanon and Israel extended their ceasefire for three weeks after a high-level
April 23, 2026
Americas|Crime|World
In El Salvador, shackled prisoners watch their mass trial on a big screen
From inside a Salvadoran mega prison, more than one hundred alleged gang members sit in rows, wrists cuffed and ankles shackled,
April 24, 2026
Crime|US|World
Shootout after argument at Louisiana mall leaves 1 dead, 5 injured, including bystanders, police say
Shootout after argument at Louisiana mall leaves 1 dead, 5 injured, including bystanders, police say
April 24, 2026
Political|World
The Latest: Trump orders military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. military to “shoot and kill” Iranian small boats choking the Strait of Hormuz
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Trump orders US military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump says he has ordered the U.S. military to “shoot and kill” small Iranian boats that deploy mines to choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz
April 23, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World
Sabres rally to beat Bruins 3-1, take 2-1 lead in NHL playoff series
Bowen Byram scored a minute after Boston missed a penalty shot, and Alex Tuch broke a third-period tie to help Buffalo come from behind and beat the Bruins 3-1
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
US still delivering weapons to Ukraine, Zelenskyy says, as Prince Harry visits Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says U.S. weapon deliveries to Ukraine haven't stopped despite the Iran war
April 23, 2026
Americas|MidEast|Political|Sports|US|World
US says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|US|World
Cisco shows switch that can connect quantum computers of different kinds
Cisco Systems on Thursday showed a switching chip that it says will be able to connect quantum computers of different types, another step in its
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Singapore emerging as neutral ground as AI firms navigate Sino-US rivalry
Singapore is transforming from East-West gateway to neutral ground for the AI sector, with Chinese startups hoping to operate
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US soldier charged with making $400,000 on Maduro removal bets
A U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World
WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023
More than 100 million vaccine doses have been delivered to 18.3 million children worldwide since 2023 under a global drive to reverse pandemic-related declines
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
UK to face 'big tariff' if it doesn't drop tech tax, Trump says
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Technology|Travel|World
NTSB says runway safety system did not activate before fatal Air Canada Express collision
The National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday a key runway safety system failed to activate before a March 22 fatal collision between an
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US Senator Steve Daines to lead visit to China before May summit, SCMP reports
U.S. Republican Senator Steve Daines will lead a five-member bipartisan delegation to China next week, the South China Morning Post reported on Friday, citing sources. U.S.
April 24, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World
Key takeaways from a report into the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport
Federal investigators have released a preliminary report on last month's deadly airplane crash at a New York City airport
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World
South Georgia wildfires destroy homes, force evacuations
More than 50 homes and structures were destroyed this week and at least 1,000 others were threatened on Thursday by wildfires in southeast Georgia that sent
April 24, 2026
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Suncorp buys $1.7 billion reinsurance cover, sees FY26 premium growth of 3%
Australian general insurer Suncorp said on Friday it had purchased a five-year aggregate reinsurance cover that will provide up to A$2.4 billion ($1.71 billion) in total
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|US|World
Trump says Navy Secretary Phelan was fired over shipbuilding conflicts
Navy Secretary John Phelan was fired after conflicts with senior Pentagon leadership over shipbuilding, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday.
April 24, 2026
Arts|Business|Crime|Science|Technology|US|World
SpaceX warns that inquiries into sexually abusive AI imagery may hurt market access
The multiple investigations into xAI’s creation and dissemination of sexually abusive imagery may lead the
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
German software maker SAP beats first-quarter profit estimates on cloud demand
Europe's largest software maker SAP on Thursday reported a 17% increase in first-quarter profit, beating estimates, due to strong growth in its cloud business.
April 24, 2026
Crime|Election|Finance|World
Guatemala court orders re-do of candidate list for attorney general
Guatemala's Constitutional Court on Thursday froze the process to select the country's next attorney general and ordered the nominating commission
April 24, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Japan March core CPI rises 1.8% yr/yr
Japan's core consumer prices rose 1.8% in March from a year earlier, government data showed on Friday.
April 24, 2026
Crime|US|World
2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue
Authorities have arrested two young people in an alleged plot to attack a Texas synagogue
April 24, 2026
Business|Environment|Travel|US|World
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool gets a blue coating as Trump tackles renovation project
President Donald Trump is having the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool coated in a swimming pool surface hued in “American flag blue,” covering a decades-old granite surface that he said was “leaking like a sieve” and would take years to replace
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Technology|US|World
Firefighter heard ‘stop, stop’ before LaGuardia jet crash, but didn’t know who it was for, NTSB says
The National Transportation Safety Board says a firefighter whose truck collided with an Air Canada jet last month on a runway at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, killing both pilots, heard an air traffic controller warn “stop, stop, stop” but didn’t know who it was for
April 24, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Italy dismisses replacing Iran at the World Cup after suggestion by Trump official
Four-time champion Italy is not interested in replacing Iran at the upcoming World Cup in North America following a suggestion to that effect by U.S. special envoy Paolo Zampolli
April 23, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Trump says Lebanon and Israel agree to extend Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire by 3 weeks
President Donald Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group by three weeks after talks at the White House
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Trading Day: Geopolitical reality check
Oil prices jumped and Wall Street fell on Thursday, with the Nasdaq having its worst day in a month, as fading hopes of a U.S.-Iran peace deal
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump on gas prices: Americans should expect to pay more 'for a little while'
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Newmont beats Q1 profit estimates as record gold prices offset output drop
Newmont beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Thursday as record gold prices helped offset lower production, though the world's largest gold miner
April 24, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
U.S. concerned about Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S. security official says
The United States is concerned about some Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S.
April 24, 2026
Americas|Crime|US|World
Mexico seeks to ease tensions over deaths of US officials in car crash
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum sought to de-escalate tensions with the U.S. on Thursday after the deaths of two
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
One person approved for $1 million US Gold Card visa program so far, commerce secretary says
The Trump administration has approved only one Gold Card visa under a program granting U.S. residency to non-citizens for a $1 million fee, Commerce Secretary Howard
April 24, 2026
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World
Trump administration probes NYC Department of Education over pro-Palestinian group
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump says US will not use nuclear weapon in Iran war
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he would not use a nuclear weapon in the war against Iran. "Why would I use a nuclear weapon?
April 24, 2026
Sports|Travel|World
Human rights groups issue US travel advisory ahead of World Cup
Advocacy groups issued a travel advisory on Thursday, warning that visitors traveling to the U.S. for the 2026 World Cup may face arbitrary detention or
April 24, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump to invite Russia's Putin to G20 summit in Miami, WaPo reports
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Environment|Europe|World
Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil terminal
Firefighters have brought under control a blaze that broke out at Russia's Black Sea Tuapse oil refinery after a Ukrainian drone attack, local officials said on Thursday.
April 24, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Iran seizes vessel in Strait of Hormuz, defying US naval superiority
Iran flaunted its tightened grip over the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday with a video of commandos in a
April 23, 2026
MidEast|Political|US|World
Trump says leaders of Lebanon and Israel could meet in next three weeks
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Mexico opens probe into economy minister over son's stay in diplomatic residence
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Thursday the government has opened an investigation into Economy Minister Marcelo
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Baker Hughes tops estimates, says oilfield activity hit by Middle East disruptions
Oilfield services provider Baker Hughes beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit, as strong demand in its industrial and energy technology unit offset drilling weakness
April 24, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Haiti's new UN-backed gang-fighting force exceeds funding expectations
The new U.N.-backed international force charged with combating Haiti’s violent gangs has received more pledges than the 5,500 military and police it is seeking, and Chadian troops have already deployed in the capital, Port-au-Prince
April 24, 2026
Political|Sports|Travel|World
Amnesty International and rights groups issue a World Cup travel advisory for the US
Amnesty International and U.S. civil rights groups have issued a “World Cup travel advisory," warning visitors about “rising authoritarianism and increasing violence" in the U.S. under President Donald Trump's immigration policies
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World
US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails
US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails
April 24, 2026
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World
2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know
2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Travel|World
Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds
Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds
April 24, 2026
Crime|Health|Political|US|World
San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors
San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors
April 24, 2026
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|Travel|World
Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule
Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World
Armed intruder breaks into home, sexually assaults one homeowner
Armed intruder breaks into home, sexually assaults one homeowner
April 24, 2026
Crime|Entertainment|Travel|World
Ex-officer planned to kill Black people in mass shooting at a New Orleans festival, authorities say
A Florida county sheriff's office says they arrested a former law enforcement officer whom federal authorities say planned a mass shooting targeting Black people at a large festival in New Orleans
April 23, 2026
Crime|US|World
City manager announces dismissal of Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge
City manager announces dismissal of Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar
Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Brazil regulator approves deeper probe into Google's news content use
Brazil's antitrust watchdog CADE approved on Thursday a recommendation to deepen investigations into the use of journalistic content by Alphabet's Google, which would
April 23, 2026
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World
European states accuse Russia of trying to erase memory of Stalin's crimes after monument disappears
Four European states have accused Russia of trying to destroy the memory of Soviet leader Josef Stalin's crimes against his own people after a monument to
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World
US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry
The U.S.
April 23, 2026
Europe|Technology|World
Ukraine has remote-control drones that can hit targets at great distance, minister says
Ukraine has developed interceptor drones that can be directed from a distance and are capable of hitting targets hundreds or thousands of kilometres away, Defence Minister
April 24, 2026
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Sports|World
Citadel hits back after Mamdani features Griffin's penthouse in video
Ken Griffin's Citadel has pushed back against Zohran Mamdani after the New York Mayor dragged in the billionaire investor's penthouse in his push to tax wealthy property owners in
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Colombia's Ecopetrol to buy 26% stake in Brazil's Brava, seeks majority control
Colombia's state oil firm Ecopetrol has agreed to buy a stake of around 26% in Brazilian energy firm Brava, in a deal that could result in the Colombian company taking
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports|World
Golf-PGA Tour cuts 4% of workforce as part of organisational restructuring
The PGA Tour eliminated 4% of its workforce on Thursday as part of a restructuring process.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US ambassador to Mexico floats action on bribery, corruption
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World
US EEOC Chair violated ethics rules halting LGBTQ cases, complaint alleges
U.S.
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump to tap government contracting expert to head TSA, sources say
President Donald Trump intends to nominate a longtime business executive and government contracting expert to head the Transportation Security
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World
Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron
President Donald Trump announced a drug pricing deal with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals on Thursday, wrapping up the
April 23, 2026
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World
Venice Biennale jury excludes Russia and Israel from artist awards as EU threatens funding cut
Jurors at the Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition said on Thursday they would not consider artists from countries whose leaders are facing charges
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
White House expected to extend Jones Act waiver up to 90 days, sources say
The White House is expected to extend the Jones Act waiver for up to 90 days as early as Friday to help blunt fuel price pressures tied to the Iran conflict,
April 24, 2026
Americas|Economy|Political|World
Cuban diplomat denies that releasing political prisoners is part of US negotiations
Havana won't abide by any American “ultimatums” to release political prisoners as part of new talks
April 24, 2026
Business|Education|Environment|Travel|World
Teen launches Saipan relief mission after Category 5 typhoon
Teen launches Saipan relief mission after Category 5 typhoon
April 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
US stocks fall on a shaky Wall Street as Brent oil briefly barrels above $107
U.S. stocks pulled back from their record heights on a shaky Wall Street
April 23, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
2 trains collide in Denmark, critically injuring 5 people
Two trains have collided in Denmark, critically injuring five people
April 23, 2026
Crime|US|World
Former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival
Former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival
April 23, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Justice Department's watchdog is reviewing compliance with the law mandating Epstein files release
The Department of Justice’s internal watchdog is reviewing the department’s compliance with the law mandating the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files
April 23, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|World
White House accuses China of copying American AI models in ‘industrial-scale’ campaign
White House accuses China of copying American AI models in ‘industrial-scale’ campaign
April 24, 2026
Crime|World
Federal judge orders release of family of man charged in Colorado firebomb attack
A federal judge has ordered the release from immigration custody of the family of a man charged in a fatal firebomb attack in Boulder, Colorado, last year
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Ex-Philippine President Duterte to face trial on crimes against humanity charges
Judges at the International Criminal Court have confirmed crimes against humanity charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for deadly anti-drugs crackdowns he allegedly oversaw while in office
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World
US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar
Two Chinese nationals face charges in the U.S. that they managed a sprawling compound in Myanmar where authorities say workers were forced to participate in cryptocurrency investment fraud scams
April 24, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Italy set to become euro zone's most indebted country, replacing Greece
Greece will cease to be the euro zone's most indebted country by the end of this year as its public debt will fall below
April 23, 2026
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World
Pope condemns killing of protesters in Iran, reaffirms stance against war
Pope Leo on Thursday firmly condemned the killing of protesters in Iran, after U.S.
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Electrolux plans about $1 billion share issue, tie-up with Midea in North America to shake up ops
Swedish appliance maker Electrolux said on Thursday it would launch a 9 billion Swedish crown ($976.34 million) rights issue and unveiled
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Cuba sees short-term relief as Russian oil begins to flow
Cubans this week began to reap the benefits of a recent 100,000 metric ton delivery of Russian oil, a temporary lifeline for the energy-starved nation and
April 24, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US Justice Department watchdog to review release of Epstein files
The U.S.
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Crude oil futures jump on reports of air attacks, Iran power struggle
Crude oil futures spiked $5 a barrel on Thursday after reports that air defenses were engaging targets over Tehran and of a power struggle between Iran's
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Stocks close lower on fading hopes for quick Iran deal, mixed quarterly earnings
U.S. stocks fell in choppy trading on Thursday as hopes dimmed for a quick end to the Iran war, while investors grappled with a
April 23, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
US to deploy election observers in The Bahamas
The United States is planning to deploy officials to observe next month's election in The Bahamas, the U.S.
April 24, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World
From beauty to transportation, a lack of water and power forces Cubans to change their routines
A lack of water, money and electricity combined with a U
April 23, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Murder retrial begins in deputy's killing of a Black man entering his grandmother's Ohio home
More than two years after an Ohio judge declared a mistrial, a murder retrial has begun for a former Ohio sheriff’s deputy charged in the December 2020 killing of a Black man
April 23, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|US|World
Justice Department watchdog to review handling of Epstein files
Justice Department watchdog to review handling of Epstein files
April 24, 2026
Crime|US|World
Civil rights groups condemn Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment and prepare for legal fights
The Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment is sparking outrage among civil rights leaders
April 24, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|US|World
Federal authorities arrest 2 dozen Mexican Mafia members and associates in California
Federal authorities say they've arrested nearly two dozen members and associates of the Mexican Mafia during a crackdown across Southern California
April 23, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
UK's Starmer worried by foreign-backed proxy attacks in Britain
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Thursday he was "increasingly concerned" about a growing use of proxies by foreign states to carry out attacks in Britain,
April 23, 2026
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World
White House accuses China of industrial-scale theft of AI technology
The White House on Thursday accused China of stealing U.S. artificial intelligence labs' intellectual property on an industrial scale in a
April 23, 2026
Business|Europe|MidEast|World
Lamborghini deliveries and sales in Middle East at standstill, CEO says
Sales and deliveries by Italian luxury sports carmaker Lamborghini in the Middle East are at a standstill as conflict in the region forces dealership closures and blocks
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
Nasdaq to launch new products ahead of extended trading hours plan
Nasdaq said on Thursday it will roll out a suite of products to support its planned extension of U.S. equities trading to 23 hours a day, five days a week, as a push to expand
April 23, 2026
Economy|World
EU formally approves Ukraine loan and 20th sanctions package against Russia
The European Union formally approved on Thursday a 90-billion-euro ($105-billion) loan to Ukraine and new sanctions against
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports|World
Bottler Arca's stock jumps as volumes hold steady despite Mexican health tax
Shares in Mexican bottler Arca Continental jumped over 4% in early trading on Thursday after its volumes surpassed
April 23, 2026
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|Travel|World
Pope Leo decries migrants being treated 'worse than house pets'
Pope Leo on Thursday decried the world's treatment of immigrants, saying that often migrants and refugees seeking to escape violence or
April 23, 2026
Lifestyle|World
Pope Leo signals no plan to go beyond blessings for same-sex couples
Pope Leo signaled on Thursday that he does not plan to go beyond efforts made by his predecessor Francis to offer Church blessings for
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
Millions of Americans may now also be considered Canadian under a new law
Millions more Americans might qualify for dual Canadian citizenship under a recent change to Canada’s requirements that has led to a surge in applications from its southern neighbor
April 23, 2026
Africa|Travel|World
Pope urges US and Iran to return to peace talks and condemns capital punishment
Pope Leo XIV is urging the United States and Iran to return to talks to end the war
April 23, 2026
Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|Travel|World
France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets
France investigates suspected tampering with weather sensors after Polymarket bets
April 24, 2026
Health|Political|Science|US|World
Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift
A cannabis industry group calls President Donald Trump’s reclassification of state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug “the most significant federal advancement in cannabis policy" in decades
April 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
EU approves a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine after Hungary lifts its veto
The European Union has approved a $106 billion loan package to help Ukraine meet its economic and military needs for the next two years
April 23, 2026
Celebrity|Europe|Sports|World
Prince Harry, on visit to Kyiv, tells Putin to 'stop this war'
Britain's Prince Harry made an unannounced visit to Kyiv on Thursday and called on Russia's President Vladimir Putin to end the war - a week after a massive
April 23, 2026
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World
Big smiles and bigger hearts: These are the 8 children killed in the Shreveport mass shooting
Big smiles and bigger hearts: These are the 8 children killed in the Shreveport mass shooting
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
IMF eyes June visit to Mozambique amid new programme talks
By Colleen Goko JOHANNESBURG, April 23 - The International Monetary Fund will send a team to Mozambique in June to advance talks on a new loan programme, a spokesperson said, as the country struggles
April 23, 2026
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Higher fuel costs due to Iran war mean fewer people will receive aid globally, NRC says
The Iran war is having a devastating humanitarian impact globally with higher energy prices making everything from filling the tank of an aid lorry to
April 23, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Tanzania inquiry says over 500 killed in last year's election violence
At least 518 people were killed in violence that broke out during Tanzania's elections last October, a government-appointed commission of inquiry said on
April 23, 2026
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US stocks end lower, oil climbs as cracks appear in fragile US-Iran truce
Wall Street stocks dipped on Thursday and crude prices rose as Iran flaunted its control over the Strait of Hormuz and on signs of escalation in the
April 23, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Two Russian LGBT groups say courts declared them 'extremist'
Two Russian LGBT organisations said on Thursday they had been designated by separate courts as "extremist", part of a widening crackdown on the gay and transgender community.
April 23, 2026
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Russia's economic contraction may spur key rate cuts, analysts say
Russia's economic contraction in the first two months of the year may prompt the central bank to cut its key rate faster than expected, some analysts
April 23, 2026
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US fixed 30-year mortgage rate drops to 6.23%
The average rate on the popular U.S. 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell this week, though further declines are likely to be limited by uncertainty surrounding a fragile
April 23, 2026
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EU leaders to discuss mutual assistance pact amid NATO doubts
European Union leaders will discuss the bloc's mutual assistance clause at a summit in Cyprus on Thursday, as U.S.
April 23, 2026
Europe|World
Russia warns European states against hosting French nuclear bomber planes
Russia warned on Thursday that any European countries that accepted deployments of French nuclear-capable strategic bombers would make themselves targets for
April 23, 2026
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Instant View: Cannabis rescheduling fuels optimism across industry
The U.S.
April 23, 2026
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US oil executives expect crude output to rise as Iran war continues, survey shows
U.S. oil executives expect domestic production to rise as the ongoing war in Iran upends global supplies and pushes crude and fuel prices higher,
April 23, 2026
Economy|World
Sheinbaum taps economist Lazzeri for Mexico's ambassador to the US
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Thursday she will propose economist Roberto Lazzeri as the country's next ambassador to the United States, opting to
April 23, 2026
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Freeport delays recovery of flagship Indonesian mine; shares down more than 8%
Freeport-McMoRan, the world's largest publicly traded copper producer, said on Thursday it expects a slower-than-anticipated recovery at its flagship Grasberg mine in Indonesia
April 23, 2026
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Argentina blocks journalists from government house citing espionage with smart glasses
The government of Argentina's President Javier Milei blocked the entry of accredited journalists to government house Casa Rosada
April 23, 2026
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EU pulls $2.3 million from Venice Biennale over Russia's return
The Venice Biennale has lost 2 million euros ($2.3 million) in funding due to its decision to allow Russia to participate in the 61st contemporary art show
April 23, 2026
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Police perform Heimlich maneuver to save elderly woman choking at Metro Detroit restaurant
Police perform Heimlich maneuver to save elderly woman choking at Metro Detroit restaurant
April 23, 2026
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UK and French governments sign a 3-year deal to curb migrant crossings in English Channel
The U.K. and French governments have signed a new multimillion-euro deal to reduce migrant crossings in the English Channel
April 23, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Paris offers to host 2030 Winter Games ice hockey after Nice mayor opposes Olympic plan
The Olympic Games could return to Paris as soon as 2030
April 23, 2026
Environment|Science|US|World
Worst spring drought on record grips US, fueling wildfires and water worries
Worst spring drought on record grips US, fueling wildfires and water worries
April 23, 2026
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World
What Hispanic adults, men and young Americans think of Trump, according to an AP-NORC poll
An AP-NORC poll finds many of the groups that helped elect Donald Trump as president again are deeply unhappy with his performance
April 23, 2026
Environment|Science|World
Archaeological digs in Amazon provide clues about Indigenous inhabitants before colonization
Paving roads in the Amazon rainforest often causes deforestation that threatens the people who live there
April 23, 2026
Sports|World
A new players' group launches to try to challenge FIFPRO's global union role
A new international group representing soccer players has launched as a rival to long established global union FIFPRO
April 23, 2026
Health|Sports|World
Yamal to miss rest of Barcelona season but be fit for World Cup with Spain
Barcelona says forward Lamine Yamal will miss the rest of the club season but should be healed from a leg injury in time to play for Spain at the World Cup
April 23, 2026
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Mexico's inflation eases less than expected in early April
Mexico's 12-month inflation stood at 4.53% in the first half of April, data from statistics agency INEGI showed on Thursday, above
April 23, 2026
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India says trade talks with U.S. remain constructive after Washington visit
India and the U.S. are engaged in constructive talks aimed at reaching a balanced and mutually beneficial trade agreement, a spokesperson from India's
April 23, 2026
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Cannabis shares retreat after initial rally on narrow scope of US rescheduling
Shares of cannabis firms reversed early gains on Thursday as investors took a closer look at the limited scope of the U.S. government's move
April 23, 2026
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US labor market stable despite war, but inflation pressures building up
The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits edged up last week, pointing to continued labor market stability in April, though
April 23, 2026
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Israeli fire kills five in Gaza and the West Bank, medics say
Israeli airstrikes killed at least four Palestinians in Gaza on Thursday, and Israeli soldiers shot and killed a 15-year-old
April 23, 2026
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At the ‘art world Olympics,’ Team USA is chaotic
At the ‘art world Olympics,’ Team USA is chaotic
April 23, 2026
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Dollar heads for weekly gain as Iran-US tensions undermine ceasefire hopes
The dollar edged higher and was on track for a weekly gain on Thursday, as a standoff between Iran and the United States
April 23, 2026
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Mauritius tells UK it will wait until end-July for Chagos deal
Mauritius said it would wait up to the end of July for Britain to finalise a deal to hand over the Chagos Islands after London put the agreement on hold following
April 23, 2026
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UK consumers, worried about Iran war, turn most downbeat since 2023
British consumer morale slid this month to its lowest since October 2023 as households ramped up their expectations for price rises, according to a survey on Thursday that added
April 23, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Son of former Shah of Iran appeals to Western countries for support
The son of the former Shah appealed to Western countries to join the war against Iran and criticised the decision of the German government not to meet him during his visit
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Iran war impact seeps ever deeper into global economy
The global economy is facing ever more tangible strains from the energy shock triggered by the Iran war
April 23, 2026
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A South Jersey sports museum owner brought Pope Leo XIV gifts during a trip to Rome
A South Jersey sports museum owner brought Pope Leo XIV gifts during a trip to Rome
April 23, 2026
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India's inflation risks rise on supply-side disruptions, central bank says
India's inflation risks have increased, driven by supply-side disruptions including the Iran war and weather-related uncertainties, the central bank
April 23, 2026
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Druzhba oil flows to Slovakia and Hungary after Ukraine war standoff
Slovakia and Hungary said they began receiving crude oil through the Druzhba pipeline on Thursday after a months-long outage that had blocked European Union aid to
April 23, 2026
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ECB to raise rates in June on war-driven inflation but path beyond unclear
The European Central Bank will hold its deposit rate on April 30 but hike it in June, according to just over
April 23, 2026
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London's FTSE 100 closes lower as investors monitor Iran conflict, earnings
Britain's FTSE 100 closed a little lower on Thursday, with declines in heavyweight financials offset by some stocks after their corporate updates, while markets assessed fading
April 23, 2026
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Romania's ruling coalition loses majority after its biggest party walks out
Seven ministers from Romania's largest party, the Social Democrats, resigned from the pro-European coalition government of Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan on Thursday,
April 23, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
UN weighs continued Lebanon presence after peacekeeping mission ends
Some form of ongoing U.N. presence might continue after a peacekeeping mission in Lebanon ends later this year, U.N. peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix
April 23, 2026
Arts|Crime|Europe|Travel|World
Tourist’s ‘pre-wedding challenge’ damages historic Florence statue
Tourist’s ‘pre-wedding challenge’ damages historic Florence statue
April 23, 2026
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Wall St opens lower on Middle East impasse, mixed earnings
Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Thursday, with investors hesitant to extend the recent equities rally in the absence of clear signals on the U.S.-Iran war, while a
April 23, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Italy's contested deal to send migrants to Albania gets legal lifeline
Italy's deal to send migrants to Albania while their asylum claims are processed is compatible in principle with EU rules, an adviser to the bloc’s top court said on
April 23, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Soccer-Italy underwhelmed by Trump envoy's suggestion they should replace Iran at World Cup
The suggestion by an envoy of Donald Trump that Italy should replace Iran at this year's World Cup provoked embarrassment from Azzurri fans on
April 23, 2026
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Germany recession risk jumps as Iran war lifts energy prices, IMK says
The risk of Germany slipping into recession has risen sharply due to the Iran war, a study by the IMK institute seen by Reuters on Thursday showed, as higher energy prices
April 23, 2026
Europe|MidEast|World
Italy ready to deploy two minesweepers in Hormuz Strait, navy chief says
Italy is ready to deploy up to four vessels, including two minesweepers, as part of an international mission to clear the Strait of Hormuz, the navy's chief of staff said.
April 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
EU loan throws Ukraine a lifeline but more help needed for war
The approval of a 90-billion-euro European Union loan throws Ukraine a lifeline, averting deep cuts to public services, but Kyiv may need more money to meet
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Leidos gets $617 million U.S. Army contract as Pentagon steps up replenishment
Defense contractor Leidos said on Thursday it won a $617 million contract from the U.S.
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Blackstone designed funds with credit cycles in mind, CEO says
The world's largest alternative asset manager Blackstone designed its funds with changes in credit markets in mind, its chairman and CEO said on Thursday, as the company
April 23, 2026
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US business activity recovers in April, war with Iran is boosting prices, S&P Global survey shows
U.S. business activity picked up in April after nearly stalling in the prior month, but supplier delivery times at factories worsened as the war with
April 23, 2026
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Panama Canal says $1 million-plus auction slots reflect temporary surge in demand
The Panama Canal Authority said on Thursday that some ships had recently paid more than $1 million for crossing slots at auction, but said the unusually high prices
April 23, 2026
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Trump likes a naval blockade. But Iran presents big differences from Venezuela and Cuba
President Donald Trump has turned to naval blockades to pressure the governments of Venezuela, Cuba and now Iran to meet his demands
April 23, 2026
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Slovenia TV says it won't air Eurovision song contest after pulling out
Slovenia’s national broadcaster RTV Slovenia won’t air the Eurovision Song Contest this year after the small European country previously pulled out of the event over Israel’s participation
April 23, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Tanzania postelection inquiry shows 518 people died in last year’s violence
A commission in Tanzania formed to investigate postelection violence says that at least 518 people died after the October vote
April 23, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World
More countries are turning to nuclear power 40 years after the Chernobyl disaster
The 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster fueled global fears about nuclear energy and slowed down its development in Europe and other regions
April 23, 2026
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Prince Louis birthday photo released to mark the young royal turning 8
Prince Louis birthday photo released to mark the young royal turning 8
April 23, 2026
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Trump threats against Iran are a boon for prediction markets, including some backed by his son
President Donald Trump loves to keep people guessing about his next policy moves, a reality TV, cliffhanger governing style that is helping “events” wagering companies, including some backed by one of his sons
April 23, 2026
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Iran war pushing more than 30 million back into poverty, UN development chief says
More than 30 million people will be pushed back into poverty by the impacts of the Iran war including disruptions to fuel and fertiliser supplies just
April 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Italy says energy crisis puts its plans for defence spending in doubt
Italy may not be able to raise defence spending as planned due to growing economic and public finance difficulties plus the need to counter surging energy
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Record demand can't save US airlines from Iran war fuel shock
U.S. airlines are seeing their best passenger numbers ever, cramming more people onto their planes and boosting revenues, yet in a cruel paradox, a
April 23, 2026
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Teck quarterly profit beats estimates on record copper sales, higher prices
Teck Resources on Thursday beat analysts' estimates for first-quarter profit, aided by an increase in copper prices and record sales, while the company's proposed merger with
April 23, 2026
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Warning of higher condom prices goes viral in China, stokes stockpiling talk
A warning of higher condom prices by the world's top maker has gone viral
April 23, 2026
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Olympics-Los Angeles Olympics organizers sell 4 million tickets in first release
Organizers of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics said on Thursday they had sold more than 4 million tickets in the first release this month, an early sign
April 23, 2026
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World
Partner of Princess Diana's brother settles lawsuit against his ex-wife
The partner of Princess Diana's brother has settled her lawsuit against his ex-wife for alleged misuse of private information after she disclosed her diagnosis of multiple
April 23, 2026
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P&G's under-pressure gross margin in focus as Iran war lifts costs
Procter & Gamble is set to report a sixth straight quarter of gross margin declines as the consumer goods bellwether battles choppy demand and fresh cost pressures from the war in
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Tech checked as oil boils
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large for Finance and Markets While stock markets have impressively filtered out much of the
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
China's global EV push reflects its ambition - and harsh economics at home
From robotaxis to flying cars, China is working to export more of its cutting-edge vehicle technology - a strategy that
April 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
EU touts temporary energy subsidies, but costs risk ballooning
When the European Union outlines looser state aid rules next week to help governments cushion the blow from energy prices driven
April 23, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Lebanese PM accuses Israel of war crimes after strike kills journalist
Lebanese PM accuses Israel of war crimes after strike kills journalist
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Pultegroup's quarterly profit, revenue fall amid sluggish demand for homes
Homebuilder Pultegroup on Thursday posted a drop in profit and revenue for the first quarter, as rising inflation keeps homebuyers on the sidelines.
April 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
UK to pay France up to $892 million in deal to reduce migrant crossings
Britain said on Wednesday it would pay France up to 660 million pounds ($892 million) under a three-year border security deal to curb illegal migrant crossings of the
April 23, 2026
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Dutch are facing biggest security threat in decades, intelligence agency says
The Netherlands is facing the greatest threat to its national security since the end of World War Two, chiefly from Russia and China, against the
April 23, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World
Maggie Gyllenhaal to head Venice Film Festival competition jury
U.S. director, actor, screenwriter and producer Maggie Gyllenhaal will head the main competition jury at this year's Venice Film Festival, organisers said on Thursday.
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
American Airlines dims 2026 forecast as high fuel costs hurt margins
American Airlines cut its 2026 profit forecast on Thursday, pushing the lower-end of the range to a loss, as sky-high jet fuel costs driven by the Iran war hurt
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World
Iran takes seized ships to port, countries check on seafarers' safety
Two container ships seized by Iran near the Strait of Hormuz with about 40 crew aboard have been taken toward
April 23, 2026
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Lockheed Martin quarterly profit falls as production delays weigh
Lockheed Martin reported a lower first-quarter profit on Thursday, as high costs on fixed-price contracts and production slowdowns on some
April 23, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World
China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyber agencies warn
International cyber agencies on Thursday urged organisations to better defend against covert networks used by China-linked hackers to conceal malicious cyber activity,
April 23, 2026
Africa|Political|World
A court orders Zambian government to return ex-president's body to a funeral home in bizarre dispute
A dispute over the remains of Zambia's former President Edgar Lungu continues as a court orders his body returned to his family
April 23, 2026
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US military says it seizes another oil tanker associated with Iran
The U.S. military hsa seized another tanker associated with the smuggling of Iranian oil
April 22, 2026
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Brazil's VP Alckmin, a negotiator of the Mercosur-EU deal, sees it as relief in a turbulent world
Brazil’s Vice President Geraldo Alckmin says the trade deal between South American bloc Mercosur and the European Union offers some solace at a time when unilateral moves have dominated the geopolitical landscape
April 23, 2026
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Deported from the only home she knew, a DACA recipient fights her way back to the US
Deported from the only home she knew, a DACA recipient fights her way back to the US
April 23, 2026
Business|Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World
Hong Kong fire victim returns to search for memories of his dog
Nearly five months after a devastating blaze tore through Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court residential complex, Jason Kong took a small
April 23, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
ICC rules that Philippine ex-President Duterte must stand trial for murder
Judges at the International Criminal Court confirmed murder charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte as crimes against
April 23, 2026
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UK companies see cost pressures spreading at record pace
Inflation indicators from British companies flashed red in two long-running business surveys published on Thursday, which showed record
April 23, 2026
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European shares muted as investors assess Mideast developments, corporate earnings
European shares were little changed on Thursday as investor worries over collapsed U.S.-Iran peace talks and weak economic data
April 23, 2026
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UK manufacturers report plunge in confidence, see jump in costs
British manufacturers have turned their most pessimistic since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic due to the Iran war and a measure of the expectations for inflation has
April 23, 2026
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LVMH's CEO Arnault says return to growth hinges on outcome of Middle East crisis
Recovery hopes for the French luxury giant LVMH LVMH.PA hinge on the outcome of the crisis in the Middle East, CEO and controlling shareholder Bernard Arnault said on
April 23, 2026
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Investors return to US stocks as AI, earnings growth feed fear of missing out
U.S. stocks are rebounding and investors, reassured by diplomacy around the Iran war, are coming off the sidelines as AI-related
April 23, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Two trains collide in Denmark, injuring 18 people, emergency service says
Two local trains collided head-on north of the Danish capital Copenhagen on Thursday, injuring 18 people, five of them critically,
April 23, 2026
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Trump's election fraud claims spread distrust before midterms, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
President Donald Trump's years-long campaign to undermine faith in U.S. elections has gained broad traction with the American public, a
April 23, 2026
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Brazilian exports to rise 13% by 2038 amid full enforcement of EU-Mercosur trade deal, says VP
Brazil's government expects the country's exports to increase 13% by 2038 through the full enforcement of the free trade deal between the South
April 23, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|World
Trump’s DOJ has cut thousands of law-enforcement jobs while vowing to get tough on crime
The Trump administration has cut more than 4,000 employees from some of the nation’s top law-enforcement agencies, even as it vowed
April 23, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|World
Advent-owned firm investigated in Brazil for alleged links to organized crime
Caldic, a global chemicals distributor majority-owned by U.S. private equity firm Advent International, is under
April 23, 2026
Africa|Political|World
Trump poised to expand refugee program for white South Africans
President Donald Trump's administration is considering more than doubling an annual refugee limit to bring more white South Africans into the U.S.,
April 23, 2026
Africa|Political|Travel|World
Pope Leo heading back to Rome after outspoken Africa tour
Pope Leo returns to Rome on Thursday after wrapping up an ambitious four-nation Africa tour in which he forcefully decried the
April 23, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Hailed as a ‘football goddess’ by many, yet sexism, hate and misogyny remain for this soccer trailblazer
Hailed as a ‘football goddess’ by many, yet sexism, hate and misogyny remain for this soccer trailblazer
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Samsung workers rally in South Korea, demanding higher pay and threatening to strike
Thousands of Samsung Electronics workers rally at its chip complex in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, demanding higher bonuses and threatening to strike
April 23, 2026
Political|US|World
Senate takes key step toward funding ICE and border patrol with only GOP votes
Senate takes key step toward funding ICE and border patrol with only GOP votes
April 23, 2026
Business|Political|US|World
US Navy Secretary Phelan fired as naval blockade of Iran continues
US Navy Secretary Phelan fired as naval blockade of Iran continues
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|US|World
Stocks are at record highs and shrugging off the war with Iran
Stocks are at record highs and shrugging off the war with Iran
April 23, 2026
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World
Scientists trace latest interstellar comet's home to a cold, isolated corner of the Milky Way
A new study suggests that the comet that rambled past us from another star last year likely originated in a cold, isolated corner of the galaxy that had yet to gel into its own solar system
April 23, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Lebanon decries Israeli demolition of homes in areas occupied after ceasefire
The Israeli army has been destroying homes in areas of southern Lebanon it has occupied since agreeing last week to a ceasefire with Hezbollah
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Samsung workers protest over huge pay gap with SK Hynix, threaten long strike
Tens of thousands of Samsung Electronics workers rallied at a sprawling factory complex south of Seoul on Thursday,
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Britain's deficit narrows but fuel duty fall points to Iran war drag
Britain's budget deficit for the last financial year narrowed to a six-year low but official data published on Thursday also showed an early
April 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Finland to spend 3.2% of GDP on defence by 2030 despite austerity
Finland will increase defence spending to 3.2% of gross domestic product by 2030, the government said, as it decided to cut other expenditure and drafted its budget for
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Euro zone business activity contracted in April as costs rocketed, PMI shows
Business activity in the euro zone suffered a surprise contraction in April with the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran sapping demand as prices soared, a closely watched survey
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|World
Roche sales down 5% as currency effects outweigh gains for haemophilia drug
Swiss drugmaker Roche's first-quarter sales dropped by 5%, it said on Thursday, citing unfavourable foreign exchange effects that
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Hormuz crisis throws spotlight on world's largest 'chokepoint' - the Malacca Strait
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced policymakers in Asia to face questions over the security of other maritime chokepoints, including the Strait of Malacca,
April 23, 2026
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What to know about the Trump Justice Department’s case against the Southern Poverty Law Center
What to know about the Trump Justice Department’s case against the Southern Poverty Law Center
April 23, 2026
Crime|Education|Technology|World
Turkish parliament passes bill to restrict social media access for under-15s
State-run media says Turkish lawmakers have passed a bill that includes restricting access to social media platforms for children under 15
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Energy costs, inflation could sap beer sales, Heineken says
The world's No. 2 brewer Heineken said on Thursday energy costs and inflation - driven up by the war in Iran - could hit demand for its beers, though its
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Food|World
Nestle rides out Iran war impact, seeks turnaround in China
Nestle beat first-quarter sales forecasts and stuck to its annual outlook on Thursday, riding out the impact of the Iran war though it warned about the risk
April 23, 2026
Africa|Asia|Political|World
China rejects US criticism of pressure on Taiwan flight permit
China's foreign ministry on Thursday said it firmly opposes Washington's criticism of Chinese pressure on some African countries to revoke overflight clearances for
April 23, 2026
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French economic activity contracted at fastest pace in 14 months, survey shows
Business activity in France's private sector contracted at its fastest pace in 14 months as a downturn in the services sector amid the Iran war outweighed stronger factory
April 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|MidEast|World
German private sector contracts for first time in nearly a year, PMI shows
Germany's private sector contracted for the first time in almost a year in April as the Iran war put the brakes on the country's economic recovery, hitting demand and
April 23, 2026
US|World
US Senate votes to advance $70 billion funding plan for ICE, Border Patrol
U.S.
April 23, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Senate passes budget plan for ICE and Border Patrol in bid to reopen Homeland Security Department
The Senate has taken the first steps in a new effort to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, voting to adopt a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol over Democratic objections
April 23, 2026
Business|Political|US|World
Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving in the latest departure of a top defense leader
The Pentagon has abruptly announced that Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his job
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World
A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy
China's behind-the-scenes role in efforts to de-escalate the Iran conflict has been gaining attention
April 23, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|World
Residents in rural Sudan say the Iran war has made it harder to get medicines
Some people in Sudan say they have struggled to obtain medicines, and the war in Iran has made that worse
April 23, 2026
Americas|Economy|Political|World
Colombia's leader to visit Venezuela for key talks with acting President Delcy Rodríguez
Colombian President Gustavo Petro is visiting Venezuela for key talks on border security and trade with the country's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez
April 23, 2026
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World
China teases new aircraft carrier in video, vows to build up islands
China teased in a video an aircraft carrier that could be its fourth, and the first
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Hyundai Motor posts Q1 profit drop, warns growing business headwind
South Korea's Hyundai Motor on Thursday warned of growing business uncertainty due to the Middle East conflict after reporting a 31% drop in
April 23, 2026
Crime|Health|World
Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil killed in Israeli strike on a house where she took cover, paper says
Rescue workers say a Lebanese journalist was killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Iran war boosts European logistics profits as shipping chaos persists
European logistics companies are expected to report higher first-quarter profits, benefiting from the turmoil created by the U.S.-Israeli war
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
India's John Distilleries open to further stake sale to Sazerac, founder says
John Distilleries is open to selling more, and potentially all, of its founder's remaining stake to U.S. spirits group Sazerac, following an
April 23, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Malaysia's king says he will choose next anti-graft agency chief
Malaysia's King Sultan Ibrahim said on Thursday that he will select the next head of the country's anti-graft body, with the agency's current chief under growing
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World
How much risk can markets swallow?
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee It's hard to pop the champagne when you're constantly looking over your shoulder.
April 23, 2026
Business|Crime|Technology|World
South Korea fines matchmaking agency over leak of sensitive user data
South Korea's data protection agency said on Thursday it has fined a matchmaking service over the leak of its members' sensitive personal
April 23, 2026
Australia|Business|Technology|World
Australia working with Anthropic over cybersecurity vulnerabilities
Australia is working with software providers including Anthropic over potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities, a spokesperson for Home
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Factory rebound lifts India's private sector growth in April, PMI shows
Growth in India's private sector accelerated in April as manufacturing and services activity rebounded after cooling last month despite elevated price pressures, a
April 23, 2026
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|Sports|World
Houston amends curbs on ICE cooperation after governor's threat ahead of World Cup
Houston city officials amended on Wednesday an ordinance that halted cooperation with federal immigration authorities after the Texas governor
April 23, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|World
Voting begins in India's West Bengal state after a national voter list purge
Voting in one of India’s most closely watched state elections has begun after a national voter roll revision removed millions of names and raised concerns over disenfranchisement
April 23, 2026
Business|Environment|Health|World
Two die following chemical leak in West Virginia
Two people died following a chemical leak at a silver catalyst plant in Kanawha County, West Virginia, on Wednesday, officials said.
April 23, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami ties MLB rookie record with HR in 5th straight game
Chicago White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami tied a Major League Baseball rookie record by homering in his fifth straight game, crushing a 451-foot shot to right-center field against the Arizona Diamondbacks for his 10th homer of the season
April 23, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|Travel|World
North Korea, Russia aim to open new road bridge soon, KCNA says
North Korea and Russia aim to open a road bridge connecting the
April 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Amid the gloom, Iran conflict hands Indian cotton yarn hub a win
Supply chain and fuel disruptions triggered by the war in the Middle East have dealt a heavy blow to many Indian
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Bank of Japan seen dropping hawkish signs even as it keeps rates steady
The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates steady next week but signal its readiness to hike them as soon as June, as a war-driven energy shock
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Japan's Nikkei reverses below 60,000 level as profit-taking steps in
Japan's Nikkei share average reversed course on Thursday after briefly topping the 60,000 level, as investors locked in profits from an early rally as the
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Canada's prime minister says the US does not get to dictate terms for a trade agreement
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says that Washington cannot dictate the terms of the continental trade deal known as USMCA
April 23, 2026
Americas|Economy|Political|World
Peru's defense and foreign ministers resign after the president stalls US military planes deal
Peru's defense and foreign ministers have resigned after the country's president stalled a $3.5 billion deal for U.S. F-16 fighter jets
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Microsoft bets big on AI in Australia with $18 billion investment
Microsoft said on Thursday that it will invest A$25 billion ($17.9 billion) in Australia by the end of 2029 to boost computing and artificial intelligence
April 23, 2026
Asia|Political|World
Taiwan minister makes rare visit to South China Sea island for drills
Taiwan's minister in charge of the coast guard has made a rare visit to a Taiwan-controlled island in the South China Sea for exercises, including practising the armed
April 23, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
A longer Iran conflict could boost risk for Ukraine securing missile defences, Zelenskiy says
Ukraine could face increased risks in securing U.S. anti-missile defences if the war in Iran goes on for an extended period of time, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said
April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|World
South Korea's Q1 GDP growth roars past market on booming AI-driven chip demand
South Korea's economy delivered its fastest growth in nearly six years last quarter, smashing forecasts as booming chip exports rode a global surge in AI
April 23, 2026
World
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill prohibiting DEI in local governments
Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Wednesday that prohibits local governments in his state from promoting or funding diversity
April 23, 2026
Crime|Education|Health|Political|World
Trump administration flies 10-year-old back from Cuba amid custody fight involving gender identity
The Trump administration has taken the unusual step of sending a government plane to Cuba to return a 10-year-old at the center of a complicated and contentious custody fight involving the child’s gender identity
April 23, 2026
Political|US|World
Trump alleges ‘rigged’ Virginia redistricting vote as judge blocks new map
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April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US Navy Secretary Phelan fired, sources say
Navy Secretary John Phelan has been fired, a U.S. official and a person familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, in another wartime shakeup at the
April 23, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Olympics-Putin criticises previous IOC leadership as 'shameful, cowardly'
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday criticised the former leadership of the International Olympic Committee as "shameful" and "cowardly" and said he hoped for a new
April 23, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World
US Senate poised to advance ICE, border funding plan after marathon voting session
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April 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Fire after Ukrainian attack at Russia's Tuapse refinery hits air quality
A large contingent of Russian firefighters was battling a blaze for the third day on Wednesday at the Tuapse oil refinery on the Black Sea after a Ukrainian drone attack, and
April 23, 2026