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China's Xi lauds 'new positioning' in ties with US

China's President Xi Jinping hailed on Thursday a "new positioning" of ties with the United States that envisages cooperation with

China's Xi lauds 'new positioning' in ties with US
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Taiwan considers resubmitting request for rejected defence budget items

Taiwan's government said on Thursday it was considering resubmitting to parliament a request for items cut by lawmakers from a special defence budget given how crucial they

Taiwan considers resubmitting request for rejected defence budget items
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine politician wanted by ICC makes 'escape' after Senate chaos

A top Philippine politician wanted by the International Criminal Court was no longer taking refuge at the Senate after what his wife

Philippine politician wanted by ICC makes 'escape' after Senate chaos
Business|Crime|Political|World

South Africa's Ramaphosa gets party backing over 'Farmgate' scandal, SABC reports

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has secured the backing of his party's top decision-making body over a scandal triggered by the theft of bundles of cash in

South Africa's Ramaphosa gets party backing over 'Farmgate' scandal, SABC reports
Americas|Political|World

Trump's talk of 51st US state met with near-silence in Venezuela

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed interest in making Venezuela the 51st U.S. state

Trump's talk of 51st US state met with near-silence in Venezuela
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine Senate to convene as court next week for VP Duterte impeachment

The Philippine Senate will convene as an impeachment court on May 18 ahead of the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, its president said on Thursday,

Philippine Senate to convene as court next week for VP Duterte impeachment
Crime|Political|World

Gunshots fired in Philippines parliament as senator wanted by ICC resists arrest

Gunshots fired in Philippines parliament as senator wanted by ICC resists arrest

Gunshots fired in Philippines parliament as senator wanted by ICC resists arrest
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

BRICS foreign ministers meet in India as Iran war, oil prices and divisions test the bloc's unity

BRICS foreign ministers have started a two-day meeting in New Delhi

BRICS foreign ministers meet in India as Iran war, oil prices and divisions test the bloc's unity
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Man known for racially derogatory livestreams charged with attempted murder after Tennessee shooting

Authorities say a man who livestreams himself saying racially derogatory statements to Black people in public settings has been arrested and charged with attempted murder after a shooting outside a Tennessee courthouse

Man known for racially derogatory livestreams charged with attempted murder after Tennessee shooting
Political|World

UAE denies Netanyahu secretly visited the country during the Iran war

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says he quietly visited the United Arab Emirates during the Iran war

UAE denies Netanyahu secretly visited the country during the Iran war
Economy|Political|World

Japan is considering extra budget on rising fuel bills, sources say

Japan's government is looking at compiling a supplementary budget to reduce the burden on households from rising fuel

Japan is considering extra budget on rising fuel bills, sources say
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Rights group says M23, Rwandan army committed killings, rapes in Congo’s Uvira

M23 rebels and the Rwandan army carried out killings, rapes and abductions during a month-long occupation of Uvira in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo in late 2025 and

Rights group says M23, Rwandan army committed killings, rapes in Congo’s Uvira
Arts|Entertainment|Political|World

A Vienna cafe offers a welcome for Israel supporters as tensions brew at the Eurovision Song Contest

Vienna's coffeehouses have embraced the Eurovision Song Contest, but tensions over Israel’s participation have surfaced

A Vienna cafe offers a welcome for Israel supporters as tensions brew at the Eurovision Song Contest
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US House passes bill allowing year-round sales of E15 gasoline

The U.S.

US House passes bill allowing year-round sales of E15 gasoline
Europe|Political|World

Russia hits Kyiv with drones and ballistic missiles, injuring at least 4

Russia has launched a mass drone and missile attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, injuring at least four people

Russia hits Kyiv with drones and ballistic missiles, injuring at least 4
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Who is incoming Fed chair Kevin Warsh?

The U.S. Senate on Wednesday confirmed Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve

Who is incoming Fed chair Kevin Warsh?
Health|Political|World

US judge blocks Justice Department bid for Rhode Island hospital transgender care records

A U.S. judge on Wednesday blocked the Justice Department from forcing a Rhode Island hospital to hand over records on gender-affirming care for transgender youth,

US judge blocks Justice Department bid for Rhode Island hospital transgender care records
Business|Economy|Political

Senate Republicans block Democrats’ effort to reverse several Trump-era CFPB changes

Senate Republicans have blocked Democrats' efforts to reverse Trump-era changes to consumer protection laws

Senate Republicans block Democrats’ effort to reverse several Trump-era CFPB changes
Asia|Crime|Political|World

New York man found guilty in Chinese 'secret police station' case

A New York man was found guilty on Wednesday of acting as an unregistered agent of the Chinese government after a trial over federal prosecutors' allegations

New York man found guilty in Chinese 'secret police station' case
Business|Political|US|World

Miami residents sue over Florida's donation of state land for Trump library

Miami residents and a nonprofit group sued on Wednesday over Florida's donation of land in Miami for the Donald J.

Miami residents sue over Florida's donation of state land for Trump library
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

NAACP says Tennessee redistricting intentionally discriminates on basis of race

U.S. civil rights group NAACP said on Wednesday the new congressional map approved last week by Tennessee Republicans intentionally discriminated on

NAACP says Tennessee redistricting intentionally discriminates on basis of race
Europe|Political|World

Russia launches huge drone attack on western Ukraine by NATO's border, killing six

Russia unleashed a massive daytime drone attack on Ukraine on Wednesday, targeting critical infrastructure in the west, killing at least six people and

Russia launches huge drone attack on western Ukraine by NATO's border, killing six
Health|Political|US

Giuliani returns to his show after viral pneumonia hospitalization

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has returned to his show after being hospitalized for viral pneumonia

Giuliani returns to his show after viral pneumonia hospitalization
Business|Crime|Political|US

Lutnick downplayed contact with Epstein in House Oversight interview, transcript shows

Lutnick downplayed contact with Epstein in House Oversight interview, transcript shows

Lutnick downplayed contact with Epstein in House Oversight interview, transcript shows
Crime|Political

GOP Rep. Mike Lawler blasts ‘disgusting’ antisemitic and homophobic comments from Sen. Rand Paul’s son

GOP Rep. Mike Lawler blasts ‘disgusting’ antisemitic and homophobic comments from Sen. Rand Paul’s son

GOP Rep. Mike Lawler blasts ‘disgusting’ antisemitic and homophobic comments from Sen. Rand Paul’s son
Political

Johnson and Jeffries appoint bipartisan task force to reform sexual harassment reporting process on Capitol Hill

Johnson and Jeffries appoint bipartisan task force to reform sexual harassment reporting process on Capitol Hill

Johnson and Jeffries appoint bipartisan task force to reform sexual harassment reporting process on Capitol Hill
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Iran war looms over Trump's China visit, shifts alliances

The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran loomed over U.S.

Iran war looms over Trump's China visit, shifts alliances
Business|Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Brazil markets rattled by report linking Flavio Bolsonaro to disgraced banker

Brazilian financial markets reeled on Wednesday as traders pointed to a report alleging ties between Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and a scandal-plagued banker, with some

Brazil markets rattled by report linking Flavio Bolsonaro to disgraced banker
MidEast|Political|World

Rubio: U.S. wants China to press Iran to change course in Gulf

The United States hopes to convince China to play a more active role in trying to persuade Iran to walk away from what it is doing in the Gulf, U.S.

Rubio: U.S. wants China to press Iran to change course in Gulf
Crime|Political|US|World

Federal judge blocks US sanctions against UN expert on Palestinian territories 

A federal judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked U.S. sanctions against Francesca Albanese, a U.N. expert on the Palestinian territories, finding that the Trump

Federal judge blocks US sanctions against UN expert on Palestinian territories 
Economy|Political|Technology|World

The Latest: Trump in China for Xi meeting to focus on Iran war, trade and US arms sales to Taiwan

U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for his highly anticipated summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at a restless moment for a world worried about war, trade and artificial intelligence

The Latest: Trump in China for Xi meeting to focus on Iran war, trade and US arms sales to Taiwan
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Family paints American flag in yard to celebrate 250 years of independence

Family paints American flag in yard to celebrate 250 years of independence

Family paints American flag in yard to celebrate 250 years of independence
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

King Charles III lays out UK government agenda as Starmer's job hangs in the balance

King Charles III has outlined the British government's legislative plans as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure to stay in power

King Charles III lays out UK government agenda as Starmer's job hangs in the balance
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Trump administration defers $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California amid fraud investigation

Trump administration defers $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California amid fraud investigation

Trump administration defers $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California amid fraud investigation
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Warsh clinches Senate approval to be Fed's next chair as inflation intensifies

The U.S.

Warsh clinches Senate approval to be Fed's next chair as inflation intensifies
Political|US|World

Vance says US making progress in Iran talks

U.S.

Vance says US making progress in Iran talks
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's Eurovision Song Contest entrant heard booing as he went onstage

Israel's contestant at the Eurovision Song Contest semi-final on Tuesday heard the boos of a small number of pro-Palestinian protesters

Israel's Eurovision Song Contest entrant heard booing as he went onstage
Crime|Health|Political

Officials say $1.3 billion in Medicaid money to California will be deferred over suspicions of fraud

The Trump administration is expanding its fraud-busting initiative in federal health programs

Officials say $1.3 billion in Medicaid money to California will be deferred over suspicions of fraud
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Justice Department considers settling Trump’s $10 billion IRS leak lawsuit

Justice Department considers settling Trump’s $10 billion IRS leak lawsuit

Justice Department considers settling Trump’s $10 billion IRS leak lawsuit
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

What to know about incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, in one resume

What to know about incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, in one resume

What to know about incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, in one resume
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US deportations to El Salvador double as Bukele aligns himself with Trump agenda

Official figures show that the number of people deported to El Salvador from the United States nearly doubled in the first months of 2026

US deportations to El Salvador double as Bukele aligns himself with Trump agenda
Crime|Political|Sports|World

Memphis residents claim harassment, arrest and abuse by Trump-ordered Memphis Safe Task Force

Four Memphis residents say they have been harassed, arrested and physically mistreated for engaging in activities protected by the First Amendment such as observing and recording law enforcement personnel in their city

Memphis residents claim harassment, arrest and abuse by Trump-ordered Memphis Safe Task Force
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Trump wants China's help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas

When U.S.

Trump wants China's help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US House members defy leadership, to force vote on Ukraine aid

A U.S.

US House members defy leadership, to force vote on Ukraine aid
Business|Political|World

UAE denies Netanyahu held secret meeting with Emirati president in the UAE during Iran war

The United Arab Emirates' foreign ministry denied on Wednesday a statement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office that he visited the country and held a

UAE denies Netanyahu held secret meeting with Emirati president in the UAE during Iran war
Political|Sports|Travel|US|World

US drops bond requirement for World Cup ticket holders

The Trump administration will not require World Cup ticket holders from countries flagged for high rates of visa overstays to pay expensive

US drops bond requirement for World Cup ticket holders
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Top ANC official backs President Ramaphosa over 'Farmgate' scandal

A top official in South Africa's African National Congress party threw his weight behind President Cyril Ramaphosa on Wednesday over the "Farmgate"

Top ANC official backs President Ramaphosa over 'Farmgate' scandal
MidEast|Political|US|World

US Senate blocks latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers, support grows

U.S.

US Senate blocks latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers, support grows
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Mexico's Sheinbaum denies reports of CIA operations there while CNN stands by report

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum denies a CNN report claiming the CIA conducted deadly operations in Mexico

Mexico's Sheinbaum denies reports of CIA operations there while CNN stands by report
Business|Economy|Political|Technology

Kevin O'Leary accuses data center opponents of being funded by China

Kevin O'Leary accuses data center opponents of being funded by China

Kevin O'Leary accuses data center opponents of being funded by China
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Macron ends Africa trip in Ethiopia with focus on UN reform and inclusive governance

French President Emmanuel Macron has concluded his Africa visit with talks in Ethiopia

Macron ends Africa trip in Ethiopia with focus on UN reform and inclusive governance
Economy|Political|World

Senate confirms Trump pick Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, following Powell

The Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve

Senate confirms Trump pick Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, following Powell
Economy|Political|Travel|World

On the road to Tehran, Iranians on edge as threat of resumption of war looms

On the road to Tehran, Iranians on edge as threat of resumption of war looms

On the road to Tehran, Iranians on edge as threat of resumption of war looms
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Former private prison executive David Venturella will become ICE's acting leader

The Trump administration says a former executive at a private prison operator will serve as the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Former private prison executive David Venturella will become ICE's acting leader
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Russia fires 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace

Russia has launched a massive daytime drone attack on Ukraine, firing at least 800 drones across 20 regions of the country

Russia fires 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Palestinian man shot dead while climbing West Bank barrier into Israel in search of work

Palestinian authorities say Israeli police have shot and killed a Palestinian man attempting to climb the barrier separating the West Bank from Jerusalem

Palestinian man shot dead while climbing West Bank barrier into Israel in search of work
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political

'Jacob deserves these answers': Family of slain officer sues, says ambush was preventable

'Jacob deserves these answers': Family of slain officer sues, says ambush was preventable

'Jacob deserves these answers': Family of slain officer sues, says ambush was preventable
Crime|Election|Political|US

Video shows Kentucky State House candidate take campaign flyer from someone's mailbox

Video shows Kentucky State House candidate take campaign flyer from someone's mailbox

Video shows Kentucky State House candidate take campaign flyer from someone's mailbox
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK police plan 'unprecedented' operation to prevent trouble at weekend protests

London police said on Wednesday they would mount an "unprecedented" operation this weekend to prevent violence and serious disorder when two large protests

UK police plan 'unprecedented' operation to prevent trouble at weekend protests
Economy|Political|US|World

US Justice Department drafts legal opinion backing demands for state voter rolls

The Department of Justice has issued a formal legal justification for the federal government's demands that states share their unredacted voter rolls, even though half

US Justice Department drafts legal opinion backing demands for state voter rolls
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Saudi warplanes struck militias in Iraq during war, sources say

Saudi fighter jets bombed targets linked to powerful Tehran-backed Shi'ite militias in Iraq during the

Saudi warplanes struck militias in Iraq during war, sources say
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

France probes whether Israeli firm BlackCore interfered in local elections, sources say

French authorities are examining whether a foreign interference campaign aimed at a hard-left party ahead of March's municipal

France probes whether Israeli firm BlackCore interfered in local elections, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

US freezes Medicare enrollments for new home healthcare and hospice providers

The Trump administration will block new home healthcare and hospice providers from enrolling in Medicare for at least the next six months, according

US freezes Medicare enrollments for new home healthcare and hospice providers
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Moscow authorities restrict publication of photos and videos of aftermath of drone strikes

Moscow authorities have imposed restrictions on the publication of photos and videos showing the aftermath of "terrorist attacks", including drone strikes, the office of

Moscow authorities restrict publication of photos and videos of aftermath of drone strikes
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Hungary summons Russian ambassador over drone strikes on western Ukraine

Hungary has summoned Russia's ambassador over a drone attack on western Ukraine, Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Wednesday.

Hungary summons Russian ambassador over drone strikes on western Ukraine
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

BoE to hold rates at 3.75% this year, but growing minority expect a hike: Reuters poll

The Bank of England will hold borrowing costs at 3.75% this year, a Reuters poll of economists found, though over a third

BoE to hold rates at 3.75% this year, but growing minority expect a hike: Reuters poll
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Republican resistance to Iran war grows in the Senate as Murkowski flips

Senate Republicans have again blocked Democratic legislation that would halt President Donald Trump’s war with Iran

Republican resistance to Iran war grows in the Senate as Murkowski flips
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump arrives in Beijing for talks with China's Xi on Iran war, trade and US arms sales to Taiwan

The welcoming ceremony for U_S_ President Donald Trump as he arrived in Beijing for a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping has included a military honor guard, a military band and hundreds of Chinese youths waving flags and chanting, “Warm welcome!”

Trump arrives in Beijing for talks with China's Xi on Iran war, trade and US arms sales to Taiwan
Economy|Political|US

Fact check: Trump falsely claims the inflation rate was just 1.7% prior to the Iran war

Fact check: Trump falsely claims the inflation rate was just 1.7% prior to the Iran war

Fact check: Trump falsely claims the inflation rate was just 1.7% prior to the Iran war
Americas|Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash

Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash

Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash
Political|Science|Technology|World

Putin flexes muscle with test of powerful nuclear-capable missile

Putin flexes muscle with test of powerful nuclear-capable missile

Putin flexes muscle with test of powerful nuclear-capable missile
Health|Political|Science

'He was having some difficulty': Trump reacts to resignation of his FDA chief

Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary is leaving the Trump administration, according to three people familiar with the situation, after President Donald Trump signed off on a plan to fire him last week.

'He was having some difficulty': Trump reacts to resignation of his FDA chief
Europe|Political|World

Latvian government loses majority in parliament over handling of Ukraine drone incidents

Latvia's Prime Minister Evika Silina was left without a ruling majority in the parliament on Wednesday after the left-wing Progressives

Latvian government loses majority in parliament over handling of Ukraine drone incidents
Europe|Political|World

PM Starmer's leadership woes overshadow parliament's grand reopening

Britain's grand State Opening of Parliament ceremony does not normally feature an elephant.

PM Starmer's leadership woes overshadow parliament's grand reopening
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

NY Fed defeats Puerto Rican bank's appeal tied to Venezuela-related cutoff

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York on Wednesday defeated an appeal by a Puerto Rican lender whose access to the U.S. central banking system was cut

NY Fed defeats Puerto Rican bank's appeal tied to Venezuela-related cutoff
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Who is Ronald dela Rosa, the Philippine senator at centre of Senate shootout?

Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa called on the public to step in to prevent law enforcement agents from handing him over to the International Criminal Court

Who is Ronald dela Rosa, the Philippine senator at centre of Senate shootout?
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia places UK ex-minister Ben Wallace on wanted list

Russia has placed British former defence minister Ben Wallace on a wanted list in connection with an unspecified criminal investigation, state media said on Wednesday,

Russia places UK ex-minister Ben Wallace on wanted list
Political

Fani Willis vows to sue over new Georgia law that removes party labels in Atlanta-area elections

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has signed a law requiring nonpartisan elections for most local officials in Atlanta's five most populous counties

Fani Willis vows to sue over new Georgia law that removes party labels in Atlanta-area elections
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Iran frees prominent rights lawyer Sotoudeh on bail, reports say

Iran has released on bail prominent human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh, who was arrested in early April in a crackdown during the conflict with the United States and Israel,

Iran frees prominent rights lawyer Sotoudeh on bail, reports say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

How has the Iran war affected Middle East states?

LONDON, May 13 - The war that began on February 28 with a massive Israeli-U.S. bombing campaign against Iran has rocked the entire Middle East, wreaking damage to infrastructure and economies and

How has the Iran war affected Middle East states?
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Taiwan anxiously eyes Trump’s summit in China, with $14 billion in US arms sales up in the air

Taiwan anxiously eyes Trump’s summit in China, with $14 billion in US arms sales up in the air

Taiwan anxiously eyes Trump’s summit in China, with $14 billion in US arms sales up in the air
Health|Political|Science

FDA chief's resignation widens a leadership gap at the nation's health department

Dr. Marty Makary's resignation from his post atop the Food and Drug Administration is widening a leadership gap that already existed at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

FDA chief's resignation widens a leadership gap at the nation's health department
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer faces biggest challenge yet as resignation threat overshadows King's Speech

Keir Starmer was facing his biggest challenge yet on Wednesday when his health minister was reportedly readying his

UK's Starmer faces biggest challenge yet as resignation threat overshadows King's Speech
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

JPMorgan executive open to talks with France's far-right National Rally

JPMorgan is open to engaging with France's far-right National Rally (RN) ahead of next year's presidential election, a senior regional executive at the

JPMorgan executive open to talks with France's far-right National Rally
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Political

Tyson Foods sees 'spotty' efforts to expand US cattle herd, CFO says

U.S. cattle producers are making "spotty" efforts to rebuild the nation's diminished herd and supplies will remain tight, Tyson Foods Chief Financial

Tyson Foods sees 'spotty' efforts to expand US cattle herd, CFO says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK's Farage describes $7 million gift as a 'reward' for Brexit

Nigel Farage, leader of Britain's right-wing Reform UK party, on Thursday said a 5 million pound ($6.75 million) donation from a cryptocurrency billionaire he received

UK's Farage describes $7 million gift as a 'reward' for Brexit
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Iran war brings Turkey-PKK peace process to near standstill

Just two weeks after Turkey's parliament made recommendations on how to advance the country's peace process with Kurdish

Iran war brings Turkey-PKK peace process to near standstill
Economy|Political|World

What's at stake in Turkey's bid to end conflict with PKK militants?

Turkey's attempt to finish its decades-old conflict with the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militant group has stalled, with both sides waiting for the other to act in a

What's at stake in Turkey's bid to end conflict with PKK militants?
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russian airspace breaches show need to boost NATO eastern flank air defence, say leaders

Russia's repeated airspace violations of countries on the eastern flank of NATO underline the urgent need to consolidate the alliance's air defences against missiles and

Russian airspace breaches show need to boost NATO eastern flank air defence, say leaders
Election|Political|US|World

Democratic House primary in competitive Nebraska race remains too close to call

A Democratic primary election for a competitive U.S.

Democratic House primary in competitive Nebraska race remains too close to call
Crime|Political|World

Gunshots fired as chaos erupts at Philippine Senate

Volleys of gunshots were heard at the Philippine Senate on Wednesday and people were told to run for cover, Reuters witnesses heard, as

Gunshots fired as chaos erupts at Philippine Senate
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political

Why Pennsylvania’s low-income residents are feeling the squeeze as gas prices rise

Cutting the state gas tax, as some have suggested, could lead to budget shortfalls down the line.

Why Pennsylvania’s low-income residents are feeling the squeeze as gas prices rise
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Family searches for stolen boat belonging to late Zumbrota officer: "It's a vessel of memories"

Family searches for stolen boat belonging to late Zumbrota officer: "It's a vessel of memories"

Family searches for stolen boat belonging to late Zumbrota officer: "It's a vessel of memories"
Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|World

Why Trump’s call to pull 5,000 US troops from Germany will hurt America

Overseas US military bases are integral to combat operations and can burnish the country’s image to advance its foreign policy goals.

Why Trump’s call to pull 5,000 US troops from Germany will hurt America
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Britain to legislate to tackle threats from hostile state proxies

Britain will legislate to strengthen its ability to deal with proxies for malign state actors, taking powers to make it possible to ban them in light of

Britain to legislate to tackle threats from hostile state proxies
Business|Economy|Election|Political|World

Brazil's Lula, Flavio Bolsonaro deadlocked in presidential runoff poll

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro were statistically tied in a simulated runoff ahead of this year's presidential election, a

Brazil's Lula, Flavio Bolsonaro deadlocked in presidential runoff poll
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US|World

Soros' Open Society Foundations commit $30M to groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate

Open Society Foundations, the family philanthropy founded by hedge fund billionaire George Soros, is putting $30 million toward groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate

Soros' Open Society Foundations commit $30M to groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate
Celebrity|Crime|Election|Entertainment|Political

From 'The Hills' villain to LA mayoral contender: Spencer Pratt’s viral video-fueled campaign

“The Hills” reality television show villain Spencer Pratt is running for mayor of Los Angeles, positioning himself as a savior and promising to tackle the city's disorder and dysfunction

From 'The Hills' villain to LA mayoral contender: Spencer Pratt’s viral video-fueled campaign
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Political turmoil and inflation threat vie to push up UK borrowing costs

Intense pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer is driving up British government borrowing costs - but the political uncertainty is by no

Political turmoil and inflation threat vie to push up UK borrowing costs
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine Senator says arrest imminent, urges public to block ICC transfer

Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa said on Wednesday that his arrest was imminent and urged people to mobilise to prevent him from being sent to the International Criminal

Philippine Senator says arrest imminent, urges public to block ICC transfer
Europe|Political|Technology|Travel|World

Japan PM Takaichi to visit UK and Italy in June, NTV reports

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to visit Britain and Italy before attending a Group of Seven leaders' summit in France in mid-June, broadcaster NTV reported on

Japan PM Takaichi to visit UK and Italy in June, NTV reports
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Mexico's Pemex CEO, close ally of Sheinbaum, under threat as woes mount

The future of Pemex CEO Victor Rodríguez is increasingly uncertain as the longtime ally of President Claudia Sheinbaum

Mexico's Pemex CEO, close ally of Sheinbaum, under threat as woes mount
Health|Political|World

UK health minister Streeting preparing to resign, Times says

Britain's health minister Wes Streeting is preparing to resign and could quit as early as Thursday, the Times reported on Wednesday, adding that he is likely to mount a

UK health minister Streeting preparing to resign, Times says
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Israel steps up attacks on Gaza since Iran truce, as military says Hamas rearming

Israel has escalated its attacks in Gaza in the five weeks since halting its joint bombing with the

Israel steps up attacks on Gaza since Iran truce, as military says Hamas rearming
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

China criticizes US chip equipment bill in run-up to Beijing talks

China is pushing back against proposed U.S. legislation that would curb its chipmakers in the global AI race, making early moves that underscore Beijing's concerns

China criticizes US chip equipment bill in run-up to Beijing talks
Economy|Europe|Political|World

What are the main policy plans of Hungary's new government?

Hungary's new government, under Prime Minister Peter Magyar, was sworn in earlier this week, replacing Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration after 16 years.

What are the main policy plans of Hungary's new government?
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan ruling party nominates lawmaker sanctioned by China for Taipei mayor

Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) nominated lawmaker Puma Shen on Wednesday as its candidate for Taipei mayor, a man who has been sanctioned by China for

Taiwan ruling party nominates lawmaker sanctioned by China for Taipei mayor
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Treasury's Bessent, China's He wrap up S. Korea talks ahead of Trump-Xi summit

U.S.

US Treasury's Bessent, China's He wrap up S. Korea talks ahead of Trump-Xi summit
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Rights groups urge Poland to halt support for US deportation flights to Ukraine

Amnesty International and Human Rights First on Wednesday urged Poland to stop cooperating with U.S. deportation flights transferring Ukrainian nationals via its

Rights groups urge Poland to halt support for US deportation flights to Ukraine
Asia|Political|World

Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, China warns on US arms sales to Taiwan

China reiterated its strong opposition to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan on Wednesday, calling on Washington to honour its commitments ahead of U.S.

Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, China warns on US arms sales to Taiwan
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Former Philippine ‘drug war’ police chief runs away from government agents to avoid international arrest warrant

Former Philippine ‘drug war’ police chief runs away from government agents to avoid international arrest warrant

Former Philippine ‘drug war’ police chief runs away from government agents to avoid international arrest warrant
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Pomp and pageantry: for Chinese officials preparing for a Trump visit, every second counts

Pomp and pageantry: for Chinese officials preparing for a Trump visit, every second counts

Pomp and pageantry: for Chinese officials preparing for a Trump visit, every second counts
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Iran war to cast a shadow on BRICS foreign ministers meeting in Delhi

The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is set to cast a shadow over a two-day meeting of the foreign ministers of the BRICS grouping that kicks

Iran war to cast a shadow on BRICS foreign ministers meeting in Delhi
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hits Russia's energy targets after US-brokered ceasefire ends

Ukraine resumed drone attacks on Russia's oil refineries and ports on Wednesday, two days after a three-day ceasefire proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump expired.

Ukraine hits Russia's energy targets after US-brokered ceasefire ends
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UN may put Cyprus peace plan forward this year, Cypriot president says

The United Nations is likely to launch a fresh push to resolve the decades-old split of Cyprus before the term of Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expires at the end of

UN may put Cyprus peace plan forward this year, Cypriot president says
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after US talks, minister says

South Korea is reviewing a phased contribution to efforts to ensure safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back said on

South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after US talks, minister says
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Spain pushes ahead with social media, AI rules despite Big Tech lobbying pressure

Spain will push ahead with new rules to make social networks and AI safer despite intense lobbying from the tech industry, its digital transformation

Spain pushes ahead with social media, AI rules despite Big Tech lobbying pressure
Election|Political|US

Democratic primary for Nebraska's 'blue dot' US House seat is too early to call

The Democratic primary for a key U.S. House seat in Nebraska is too early to call

Democratic primary for Nebraska's 'blue dot' US House seat is too early to call
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Tennessee Democrats stripped of House committee seats over redistricting protests

The Republican speaker of Tennessee's House of Representatives on Tuesday stripped Democratic lawmakers of all committee assignments as punishment for their role in

Tennessee Democrats stripped of House committee seats over redistricting protests
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US ICE official who worked at private prison firm will be agency's new acting head

U.S.

US ICE official who worked at private prison firm will be agency's new acting head
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As Trump heads to China, past US flubs on US policy toward Taiwan can be a warning

American presidents have navigated a verbal tightrope for nearly 50 years regarding official U.S. policy toward Taiwan and China

As Trump heads to China, past US flubs on US policy toward Taiwan can be a warning
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Brad Raffensperger became famous by defying Trump. Now he wants Georgia Republicans to forget that

Brad Raffensperger is trying to reintroduce himself to Georgia Republicans as he runs for governor

Brad Raffensperger became famous by defying Trump. Now he wants Georgia Republicans to forget that
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At Temple of Heaven summit, Trump and Xi will seek a good harvest

Chinese emperors once prayed for bumper crops under the blue-tiled, triple-eaved roof of Beijing's Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, in sacred rites

At Temple of Heaven summit, Trump and Xi will seek a good harvest
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Trump says stopping Iran's nuclear program outweighs Americans' economic pain

U.S.

Trump says stopping Iran's nuclear program outweighs Americans' economic pain
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Mexico denies CNN report on deadly CIA operations against cartels

Mexican authorities and the U.S.

Mexico denies CNN report on deadly CIA operations against cartels
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South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after US talks, minister says

South Korea is reviewing a phased contribution to efforts to ensure safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back said on

South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after US talks, minister says
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NZ trims new spending, sticks to surplus path as global risks heighten

New Zealand will keep a tight rein on day-to-day spending in this year's budget while increasing capital investment to strengthen

NZ trims new spending, sticks to surplus path as global risks heighten
Economy|Education|Political|World

Mass protests in Argentina decry Milei's funding cuts to prized public universities

Tens of thousands of Argentines were flooding the streets of major cities nationwide to protest funding cuts by libertarian President Javier Milei to the public university system — a near-universal point of pride in this crisis-prone country

Mass protests in Argentina decry Milei's funding cuts to prized public universities
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David Venturella to serve as acting ICE director

David Venturella to serve as acting ICE director

David Venturella to serve as acting ICE director
Election|Political|US

Cindy Burbank wins Nebraska Democratic Senate primary, CNN projects. She’s expected to back independent Dan Osborn

Cindy Burbank wins Nebraska Democratic Senate primary, CNN projects. She’s expected to back independent Dan Osborn

Cindy Burbank wins Nebraska Democratic Senate primary, CNN projects. She’s expected to back independent Dan Osborn
Economy|Political|Travel|World

In diplomacy, pomp and protocol matter, especially when Trump goes to China

President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing is drawing attention for the spectacle China might present

In diplomacy, pomp and protocol matter, especially when Trump goes to China
Crime|Environment|Political|US

‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ the controversial Florida migrant detention facility, expected to close, source says

‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ the controversial Florida migrant detention facility, expected to close, source says

‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ the controversial Florida migrant detention facility, expected to close, source says
Crime|Political|US

GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, amid House Ethics inquiry, denies having inappropriate relationship with staff

GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, amid House Ethics inquiry, denies having inappropriate relationship with staff

GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, amid House Ethics inquiry, denies having inappropriate relationship with staff
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Men wrongly accused of grisly yogurt shop murders in Texas reach $35 million settlement with city

The city of Austin will pay $35 million to three men and the family of a fourth who were wrongly accused of the rape and murder of four teenage girls at a yogurt shop in 1991, a case that initially sent one of the men to death row and another to life in prison, under a tentative settlement reached Tuesday

Men wrongly accused of grisly yogurt shop murders in Texas reach $35 million settlement with city
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Trump's redistricting push fizzles in South Carolina Senate but wins in Missouri's top court

President Donald Trump's efforts to reshape U.S. House districts have seen mixed outcomes

Trump's redistricting push fizzles in South Carolina Senate but wins in Missouri's top court
Crime|Political|World

Peru presidential candidate Sanchez accused of financial crimes after advancing to runoff

A Peruvian prosecutor accused leftist presidential candidate Roberto Sanchez of financial crimes, local media outlet RPP reported on Tuesday, hours after electoral authorities said

Peru presidential candidate Sanchez accused of financial crimes after advancing to runoff
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Brazil's Lula scraps tax on imports under $50 before election

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday signed an executive order to eliminate federal taxes on foreign purchases worth up to $50, reversing course on a

Brazil's Lula scraps tax on imports under $50 before election
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New gang violence in Haiti displaces hundreds of people

A new wave of gang violence in Haiti has forced hundreds of people to flee their homes, leaving them scattered along a road near the main airport

New gang violence in Haiti displaces hundreds of people
Crime|Political|World

Exclusive: CIA escalates secret war on cartels with deadly operations inside Mexico

Exclusive: CIA escalates secret war on cartels with deadly operations inside Mexico

Exclusive: CIA escalates secret war on cartels with deadly operations inside Mexico
Crime|Political|US|World

Republican senators say they need more detail on $1B White House security request

Republican senators say they need more details on a $1 billion security proposal for the White House, including a proposed $220 million to secure President Donald Trump’s new East Wing ballroom

Republican senators say they need more detail on $1B White House security request
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Florida plans to close 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center, New York Times reports

Florida intends to shut down the controversial federal migrant detention center known as "Alligator Alcatraz", the New York Times

Florida plans to close 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center, New York Times reports
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian attacks in Dnipropetrovsk region kill six after ceasefire expires, officials say

Russian forces launched attacks in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region on Tuesday, killing at least six people, regional officials said, after the expiry of a U.S.-mediated ceasefire.

Russian attacks in Dnipropetrovsk region kill six after ceasefire expires, officials say
Election|Political|US|World

Republicans in South Carolina Senate reject redistricting bid that Trump backed

A bid to redraw South Carolina’s congressional map and

Republicans in South Carolina Senate reject redistricting bid that Trump backed
Economy|Health|Political|World

The Latest: Trump departs for high-stakes China summit as Iran war looms

President Donald Trump has departed for Beijing to meet with China's President Xi Jinping

The Latest: Trump departs for high-stakes China summit as Iran war looms
Election|Political|US

Obama meets with Talarico, aiming to boost Democrat's bid for US Senate in Texas

Former President Barack Obama has met with U.S. candidate James Talarico in Texas, backing a campaign seen by Democrats one of their best chances of winning in the conservative state

Obama meets with Talarico, aiming to boost Democrat's bid for US Senate in Texas
Crime|Health|Political|US

Federal prosecutors seek NYU hospital information on gender-affirming care for children

A New York health care system has received a federal grand jury subpoena issued in Texas seeking information about children who received gender-affirming care and the medical providers who administered it

Federal prosecutors seek NYU hospital information on gender-affirming care for children
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FBI Director Kash Patel denies drinking allegations in heated Senate exchange

FBI Director Kash Patel has strongly denied allegations of excessive drinking on the job

FBI Director Kash Patel denies drinking allegations in heated Senate exchange
Education|Political|World

San Francisco leaders commemorate landmark Yick Wo case that shaped U.S. civil rights movement

San Francisco leaders commemorate landmark Yick Wo case that shaped U.S. civil rights movement

San Francisco leaders commemorate landmark Yick Wo case that shaped U.S. civil rights movement
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Trump says he does not need China's help to end Iran war, Tehran tightens grip on Hormuz

U.S.

Trump says he does not need China's help to end Iran war, Tehran tightens grip on Hormuz
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Trump says US FDA Commissioner Makary is out

U.S.

Trump says US FDA Commissioner Makary is out
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Kyrgyzstan charges ousted ex-security boss with coup plot, lawyer says

Kyrgyzstan authorities have charged eight people, including powerful ex-security chief Kamchybek Tashiev, with plotting to seize power from President

Kyrgyzstan charges ousted ex-security boss with coup plot, lawyer says
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US consumer finance agency to bring staff back to office year after closure

Leadership at the U.S. consumer finance watchdog plans to recall staff to the office more than a year after the Trump administration shuttered its

US consumer finance agency to bring staff back to office year after closure
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A bus carries the untold story of Colorado's Native peoples; "We're still here"

A bus carries the untold story of Colorado's Native peoples; "We're still here"

A bus carries the untold story of Colorado's Native peoples; "We're still here"
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Appeals court spares Trump from paying $83 million defamation award to E. Jean Carroll — for now

President Donald Trump won't have to pay an $83 million defamation award to a longtime advice columnist until the U.S. Supreme Court gets a chance to review the case or reject an appeal

Appeals court spares Trump from paying $83 million defamation award to E. Jean Carroll — for now
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Trump and Hegseth claim 'control' over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz as ceasefire talks are stalled

Kuwait has accused Iran of launching a failed attack earlier this month on an island where China is helping build a port in the Gulf Arab nation

Trump and Hegseth claim 'control' over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz as ceasefire talks are stalled
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Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?

Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?

Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?
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US has finalized tariff refunds of $35.5 billion as of May 11

The U.S. customs agency has processed refunds including interest worth $35.46 billion as of May 11 for tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump last year that were deemed illegal,

US has finalized tariff refunds of $35.5 billion as of May 11
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Trump says end of war in Ukraine is very close

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the war in Ukraine is very close to ending and he believes there will be a settlement between Russia and Ukraine.

Trump says end of war in Ukraine is very close
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Iraq, Pakistan strike energy deals with Iran as Tehran flexes Hormuz control

Both Iraq and Pakistan have cut deals with Iran to ship oil and liquefied natural gas from the Gulf, according to five sources with

Iraq, Pakistan strike energy deals with Iran as Tehran flexes Hormuz control
Election|Political|US|World

In wild late-night posting spree, Trump attacks Obama with imaginary quote and false conspiracy theories

In wild late-night posting spree, Trump attacks Obama with imaginary quote and false conspiracy theories

In wild late-night posting spree, Trump attacks Obama with imaginary quote and false conspiracy theories
Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

China and US agree on opposing Hormuz tolls, State Department says

Senior U.S. and Chinese officials agree that no country can be allowed to exact shipping tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, the State Department told

China and US agree on opposing Hormuz tolls, State Department says
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PayPal to waive $30 million in fees to settle DOJ probe of minority business program

The U.S.

PayPal to waive $30 million in fees to settle DOJ probe of minority business program
Europe|Political|World

US says next Bosnia peace envoy will have more limited role

A top U.S. diplomat said on Tuesday the mandate of Bosnia's next international peace envoy would be more limited, saying that the departure of the German politician currently in the

US says next Bosnia peace envoy will have more limited role
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US posts smaller budget surplus in April as tax refunds rise

The U.S. government posted a smaller $215 billion budget surplus in April due to bigger tax refunds this year and rising outlays, including higher

US posts smaller budget surplus in April as tax refunds rise
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Trump promises US-Cuba talks but gives no details

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday Cuba is asking for help and "we are going to talk," without providing any more information about U.S. plans. 

Trump promises US-Cuba talks but gives no details
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Trump says he doesn't need Xi's help on Iran

U.S.

Trump says he doesn't need Xi's help on Iran
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Remembering the Virginia leader who helped bring MLK to Peanut Park

Remembering the Virginia leader who helped bring MLK to Peanut Park

Remembering the Virginia leader who helped bring MLK to Peanut Park
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Trump downplays differences with China's Xi over Iran as he heads to Beijing for high-stakes summit

President Donald Trump is downplaying differences with President Xi Jinping over the U.S. conflict in Iran as he heads to Beijing for a high-stakes summit with the Chinese leader

Trump downplays differences with China's Xi over Iran as he heads to Beijing for high-stakes summit
Education|Political|US

Man who helped shape Oklahoma's civil rights history being honored with public memorial

Man who helped shape Oklahoma's civil rights history being honored with public memorial

Man who helped shape Oklahoma's civil rights history being honored with public memorial
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Hegseth gets bipartisan grilling on rising costs of the Iran war and Trump's end game

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers about the Trump administration’s end game for the Iran war, the rising cost of the conflict and its impact on diminishing U.S. weapons stockpiles

Hegseth gets bipartisan grilling on rising costs of the Iran war and Trump's end game
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Trump's proposed 'Golden Dome' estimated to cost $1.2 trillion, far more than he initially said

President Donald Trump's plan to put weapons in space, called the “Golden Dome for America” missile defense program, is estimated to cost much more than he originally said

Trump's proposed 'Golden Dome' estimated to cost $1.2 trillion, far more than he initially said
Election|Finance|Political|World

UK's Starmer defiant as calls for his resignation grow and several ministers quit

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer insists he has no intention of resigning despite growing calls within his Labour Party for him to step down

UK's Starmer defiant as calls for his resignation grow and several ministers quit
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump wants to rebrand ICE as NICE. Not everyone agrees

Trump wants to rebrand ICE as NICE. Not everyone agrees

Trump wants to rebrand ICE as NICE. Not everyone agrees
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Who are the 'bond vigilantes' exacting a price from Britain's government?

Britain's long-dated government borrowing costs have surged to their highest since 1998 as concern that a potential change in leadership could weaken

Who are the 'bond vigilantes' exacting a price from Britain's government?
Crime|Europe|Political|World

For years, graft accusations against his circle did Zelenskiy little harm. Now they hit closer

After years in which Volodymyr Zelenskiy's wartime reputation withstood corruption allegations that swirled around his associates, the

For years, graft accusations against his circle did Zelenskiy little harm. Now they hit closer
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK to send drones, jets and warship to join defensive mission securing Strait of Hormuz

Britain said on Tuesday it would contribute autonomous mine-hunting equipment, Typhoon fighter jets and the warship HMS Dragon to a multinational defensive mission aimed at

UK to send drones, jets and warship to join defensive mission securing Strait of Hormuz
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Less than two years after landslide, unloved Starmer battles to save his job

Keir Starmer was once hailed as the leader who would bring pragmatism and stability to Britain after years of political chaos.

Less than two years after landslide, unloved Starmer battles to save his job
Economy|Europe|Political

Hungary PM Magyar targets new economic model, gives key ministers veto over legislation

Hungary's new prime minister, Peter Magyar, on Tuesday gave veto powers over legislation to four ministers including Finance Minister Andras Karman, who

Hungary PM Magyar targets new economic model, gives key ministers veto over legislation
Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Starmer fights for political survival as calls for his resignation grow in UK

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is fighting for his political survival after a disastrous set of results in local elections for his Labour Party last week

The Latest: Starmer fights for political survival as calls for his resignation grow in UK
Political|Science|Technology|World

Putin hails Russia's test launch of a new ballistic missile and calls it the world's most powerful

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has welcomed the test launch of a new intercontinental ballistic missile as a key part of efforts to modernize the country’s nuclear forces

Putin hails Russia's test launch of a new ballistic missile and calls it the world's most powerful
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Murder confession blocked by marriage? Judge to decide

Murder confession blocked by marriage? Judge to decide

Murder confession blocked by marriage? Judge to decide
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Virginia Democrats ask US Supreme Court to let them use new congressional map

Virginia Democrats ask US Supreme Court to let them use new congressional map

Virginia Democrats ask US Supreme Court to let them use new congressional map
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin releases video of Putin out and about in Moscow after Western bunker claims

The Kremlin has released a video of Vladimir Putin driving in Moscow and meeting an old school teacher in a hotel lobby, after Western media outlets cited a

Kremlin releases video of Putin out and about in Moscow after Western bunker claims
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UNICEF says 70 children killed in West Bank and East Jerusalem since 2025

Seventy children have been killed in the occupied Palestinian territories excluding Gaza since early 2025, amounting to around one a week, while over 800 have been injured,

UNICEF says 70 children killed in West Bank and East Jerusalem since 2025
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Peru's Fujimori and Sanchez lead presidential runoff race as count enters final stretch

Conservative Keiko Fujimori and leftist Roberto Sanchez are leading the vote count in the final stretch of Peru's first-round April presidential election, with

Peru's Fujimori and Sanchez lead presidential runoff race as count enters final stretch
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Greenland's leader says US military presence part of talks with Trump's diplomats

Greenland's prime minister said on Tuesday that increasing the U.S. military presence in the Arctic territory was part of ongoing

Greenland's leader says US military presence part of talks with Trump's diplomats
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Nigerian military airstrike kills 100 civilians at a market, rights group claims

Nigeria's military has denied a rights group's claim that an airstrike killed 100 civilians in a market over the weekend

Nigerian military airstrike kills 100 civilians at a market, rights group claims
Economy|Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Small study hints that revving up immune cells might help fight HIV

Scientists are supercharging patients' own immune cells to try to fight HIV without today's drugs

Small study hints that revving up immune cells might help fight HIV
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far, Pentagon says

The United States' war in Iran has ​cost $29 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Tuesday, an increase of $4 billion from an estimate provided late last

US war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far, Pentagon says
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin, Trump say Ukraine war nearly over after Zelenskiy casts doubt

The Kremlin repeated Russian President Vladimir Putin's assertion that the war in Ukraine was almost over on Tuesday and U.S.

Kremlin, Trump say Ukraine war nearly over after Zelenskiy casts doubt
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer defies calls to quit, says he's getting on with governing

Prime Minister Keir Starmer defied calls to resign on Tuesday, telling ministers he would get on with governing despite

UK's Starmer defies calls to quit, says he's getting on with governing
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Kremlin plays down Russian economic forecast downgrades

The Kremlin played down a government economic growth forecast downgrade on Tuesday and gave no indication that it plans to punish

Kremlin plays down Russian economic forecast downgrades
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU takes aim at TikTok, Meta's 'addictive designs' for teens

The head of the European Commission called on Tuesday for more protections for children against the "addictive designs" of social media

EU takes aim at TikTok, Meta's 'addictive designs' for teens
Political|Science|Technology|World

Putin says Russia will deploy new Sarmat nuclear missile this year

Russia will deploy its new Sarmat strategic nuclear missile at the end of this year, President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday, describing it as "the most powerful in the

Putin says Russia will deploy new Sarmat nuclear missile this year
Political|Sports

Virginia representative distances herself after agreeing with radio show host’s offensive comment about Jeffries

Virginia representative distances herself after agreeing with radio show host’s offensive comment about Jeffries

Virginia representative distances herself after agreeing with radio show host’s offensive comment about Jeffries
Africa|Crime|Political|World

What happens next as South Africa's Ramaphosa faces impeachment process?

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa faces impeachment proceedings over a scandal dubbed "Farmgate" in which thieves

What happens next as South Africa's Ramaphosa faces impeachment process?
Africa|Political|World

Uganda's president Museveni sworn in for seventh consecutive term as son emerges as de facto ruler

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has been in power for 40 years

Uganda's president Museveni sworn in for seventh consecutive term as son emerges as de facto ruler
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Iran now defines Strait of Hormuz as far larger zone, IRGC officer says

Iran has expanded its definition of the Strait of Hormuz into a "vast operational area" far wider than before the Iran war, according to a senior officer in the Islamic

Iran now defines Strait of Hormuz as far larger zone, IRGC officer says
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FBI questions CIA officers over Russia assessment in Brennan probe, sources say

The FBI has begun interviewing current and former CIA employees as part of the Department of Justice’s investigation

FBI questions CIA officers over Russia assessment in Brennan probe, sources say
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Ecuador's Espinosa joins battle to lead United Nations

Antigua and Barbuda has nominated Ecuador's Maria Fernanda Espinosa as candidate to be the next United Nations Secretary-General, a U.N. official told Reuters on Tuesday.

Ecuador's Espinosa joins battle to lead United Nations
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Ceasefire on life support

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets With the month-old Iran war ceasefire now on “life support”,

Ceasefire on life support
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Americans’ anger about the economy hits Trump and Republicans’ midterm prospects

Americans’ anger about the economy hits Trump and Republicans’ midterm prospects

Americans’ anger about the economy hits Trump and Republicans’ midterm prospects
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India's Hindu RSS lobbies groups abroad to counter minority rights criticism

By Krishna N.

India's Hindu RSS lobbies groups abroad to counter minority rights criticism
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France's Macron unveils a $27 billion investment in Africa at a partnership summit in Kenya

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced new investments in Africa at a summit held in Kenya

France's Macron unveils a $27 billion investment in Africa at a partnership summit in Kenya
Crime|Political|World

Philippine senator vows to fight International Criminal Court order to arrest him over killings

A Philippine senator says he will fight any attempt to send him to the International Criminal Court to be prosecuted for an alleged crime against humanity and adds he never condoned extrajudicial killings when he led the country’s police force

Philippine senator vows to fight International Criminal Court order to arrest him over killings
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

First on CNN: New report details ‘systematic’ rape and sexual violence during Hamas’ Oct 7 attack on Israel

First on CNN: New report details ‘systematic’ rape and sexual violence during Hamas’ Oct 7 attack on Israel

First on CNN: New report details ‘systematic’ rape and sexual violence during Hamas’ Oct 7 attack on Israel
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Bomb rigged to rickshaw explodes in Pakistan bazaar, killing 9 and wounding more than 2 dozen others

Police in Pakistan say nine people were killed and more than two dozen others wounded when a bomb rigged to a rickshaw exploded in a bazaar

Bomb rigged to rickshaw explodes in Pakistan bazaar, killing 9 and wounding more than 2 dozen others
Election|Europe|Political|World

What happens if the UK's Starmer quits, or is challenged?

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's position is under serious threat after senior minister Wes Streeting quit and dozens of Labour lawmakers called for him to set out a

What happens if the UK's Starmer quits, or is challenged?
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Long-term UK bond yields rise to 1998 high, sterling slumps as Starmer's future in doubt

Long-term British borrowing costs surged to their highest in nearly 30 years, sterling slumped and shares fell on Tuesday as investors brace for a potential

Long-term UK bond yields rise to 1998 high, sterling slumps as Starmer's future in doubt
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippines drug war enforcer urges president to not hand him over to ICC

The top enforcer of former Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte's deadly war on drugs urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Tuesday to not hand him over to the

Philippines drug war enforcer urges president to not hand him over to ICC
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China ramps up rhetoric to attack Paraguay president's Taiwan visit

China on Tuesday ramped up its rhetoric against Paraguay President Santiago Pena's trip last week to Taiwan, saying he and his colleagues were "pawns to separatist forces"

China ramps up rhetoric to attack Paraguay president's Taiwan visit
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STOXX 600 falls as fragile Middle East ceasefire dents risk sentiment

Europe's STOXX 600 closed 1% lower in broad-based declines on Tuesday as dimming hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal sent oil prices higher and weighed

STOXX 600 falls as fragile Middle East ceasefire dents risk sentiment
Crime|Political|World

How Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment could proceed

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has again been impeached by the lower house, a little over a year after an earlier impeachment

How Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment could proceed
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Laws on veterans, 9/11 families and election certification face threat in proxy voting case

Laws on veterans, 9/11 families and election certification face threat in proxy voting case

Laws on veterans, 9/11 families and election certification face threat in proxy voting case
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Investors ramp up bets on Bank of England rate hikes

Investors increased their bets on the Bank of England raising rates in the coming months as global markets responded to the latest increase in tensions in the Strait of

Investors ramp up bets on Bank of England rate hikes
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Los Angeles-area mayor to plead guilty to acting as Chinese propaganda agent

The mayor of Arcadia, California, a heavily Chinese-American suburb of Los Angeles, has agreed to plead guilty to

Los Angeles-area mayor to plead guilty to acting as Chinese propaganda agent
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A Trump-Xi deal could revive US energy exports to China

U.S.

A Trump-Xi deal could revive US energy exports to China
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Xi-Trump summit may yield farm deal, but China has limited soybean appetite

China and the United States may reach a farm deal at their summit this week that expands Beijing's purchases of

Xi-Trump summit may yield farm deal, but China has limited soybean appetite
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Trump to discuss Taiwan arms sales, jailed HK tycoon Jimmy Lai with Xi

U.S.

Trump to discuss Taiwan arms sales, jailed HK tycoon Jimmy Lai with Xi
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New Israeli law sets military tribunal for Hamas October 7 militants

Israel's parliament passed a law late on Monday establishing a military tribunal to try hundreds of Palestinian militants who took part in the October 7,

New Israeli law sets military tribunal for Hamas October 7 militants
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US top diplomat discusses Iran, Strait of Hormuz with UK and Australia

U.S.

US top diplomat discusses Iran, Strait of Hormuz with UK and Australia
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Peace talks stutter

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee Markets are stuck in a loop of hope and despair as talks to end the war in the Middle East remain deadlocked, with the latest

Peace talks stutter
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Australia dumps tax breaks for landlords to help young own a home

Australia's centre-left Labor government has rolled out the biggest changes to investment taxes this century to help young people break into the

Australia dumps tax breaks for landlords to help young own a home
Health|Political|US|World

Trump is getting another medical checkup at the end of May, the White House says

President Donald Trump is scheduled to see doctors for a medical and dental checkup later this month

Trump is getting another medical checkup at the end of May, the White House says
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Trump to have annual physical on May 26, White House says

U.S.

Trump to have annual physical on May 26, White House says
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Brazilian flotilla activist returns home, alleges torture during Israel detention

Brazilian activist Thiago Avila returned to Sao Paulo on Monday following his detention and deportation from Israel, where he alleged he was tortured and

Brazilian flotilla activist returns home, alleges torture during Israel detention
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Trump pushed DOJ to subpoena reporters over alleged Iran war leaks, sources say

Trump pushed DOJ to subpoena reporters over alleged Iran war leaks, sources say

Trump pushed DOJ to subpoena reporters over alleged Iran war leaks, sources say
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Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts
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Trump’s blue repainting of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool draws lawsuit and questions about cost

Trump’s blue repainting of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool draws lawsuit and questions about cost

Trump’s blue repainting of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool draws lawsuit and questions about cost
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Lawsuit seeks to halt Trump’s makeover of Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool

A nonprofit on Monday filed a lawsuit

Lawsuit seeks to halt Trump’s makeover of Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool
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Supreme Court halts order for Alabama to use US House map with 2 largely Black districts

The U.S. Supreme Court has set the stage for Alabama to get rid of one of two largely Black congressional districts before this year’s midterm elections

Supreme Court halts order for Alabama to use US House map with 2 largely Black districts
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UK leader Starmer fights to save premiership as scores of Labour lawmakers urge him to resign

UK leader Starmer fights to save premiership as scores of Labour lawmakers urge him to resign

UK leader Starmer fights to save premiership as scores of Labour lawmakers urge him to resign
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Survey work begins for contested Trump Triumphal Arch project in Washington

Workers have begun preliminary surveys and testing for a proposed Triumphal Arch sought by President Donald Trump

Survey work begins for contested Trump Triumphal Arch project in Washington
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Supreme Court allows Alabama to eliminate congressional district held by a Black Democrat

Supreme Court allows Alabama to eliminate congressional district held by a Black Democrat

Supreme Court allows Alabama to eliminate congressional district held by a Black Democrat
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A Texas man accused of killing his pregnant wife fled to Italy weeks before trial. He’s asking a judge not to send him back

A Texas man accused of killing his pregnant wife fled to Italy weeks before trial. He’s asking a judge not to send him back

A Texas man accused of killing his pregnant wife fled to Italy weeks before trial. He’s asking a judge not to send him back
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US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China

The U.S. government on Monday announced sanctions against three people and nine companies, including four based in Hong Kong and

US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China
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Trump nominates fired FEMA leader to again lead the agency

U.S.

Trump nominates fired FEMA leader to again lead the agency
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Trump administration asks US court to pause ruling against tariffs

President Donald Trump's administration on Monday asked a U.S. court to pause its ruling against the administration's 10% global tariff while the

Trump administration asks US court to pause ruling against tariffs
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Trump nominates Cameron Hamilton, fired after defending FEMA, to lead the agency

President Donald Trump has nominated Cameron Hamilton to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency

Trump nominates Cameron Hamilton, fired after defending FEMA, to lead the agency
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Israeli lawmakers set up a special tribunal and allow for death penalty for Hamas-led 2023 attackers

Israeli lawmakers have approved a bill setting up a special tribunal that would try and have the authority to sentence to death Palestinians convicted of taking part in the 2023 Hamas-led attack that triggered the war in Gaza

Israeli lawmakers set up a special tribunal and allow for death penalty for Hamas-led 2023 attackers
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Trump wants to lift the federal tax on gas. But don’t expect much relief even if it happens

Trump wants to lift the federal tax on gas. But don’t expect much relief even if it happens

Trump wants to lift the federal tax on gas. But don’t expect much relief even if it happens
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Venezuela's acting president defends country's territory and rejects Trump's 51st state remarks

Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez tells journalists that her country has no plans to become the 51st U.S. state after President Donald Trump said he was “seriously considering” the move

Venezuela's acting president defends country's territory and rejects Trump's 51st state remarks
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UK's Starmer under renewed pressure as lawmakers urge him to quit

Keir Starmer came under renewed pressure on Monday when four ministerial aides stepped down and more than 70 Labour

UK's Starmer under renewed pressure as lawmakers urge him to quit
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Virginia Democrats ask Supreme Court to revive their US House voting map

Virginia Democrats asked the U.S.

Virginia Democrats ask Supreme Court to revive their US House voting map
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Zelenskiy's ex-chief of staff named as suspect in major corruption probe

Ukrainian authorities on Monday named President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's powerful former chief of staff as a suspect in a major corruption probe, a move likely to pile

Zelenskiy's ex-chief of staff named as suspect in major corruption probe
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Trump delays order to boost beef imports and calm prices, Wall Street Journal reports

U.S.

Trump delays order to boost beef imports and calm prices, Wall Street Journal reports
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US Supreme Court extends pause on decision narrowing abortion pill access

The U.S.

US Supreme Court extends pause on decision narrowing abortion pill access
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Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'on life support' as hopes for a deal fade

U.S.

Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'on life support' as hopes for a deal fade
Economy|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump-Xi summit will be no ‘Nixon in China’ moment – that they are talking is enough for now

Taiwan, trade and AI regulation are on the agenda. But will there be progress on any of these issues during Beijing sit-down?

Trump-Xi summit will be no ‘Nixon in China’ moment – that they are talking is enough for now
Election|Political|US

Democrats ask the Supreme Court to halt a Virginia ruling blocking new congressional districts

Democrats have filed an emergency appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court seeking to halt a redistricting rule by Virginia’s top court

Democrats ask the Supreme Court to halt a Virginia ruling blocking new congressional districts
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Americans don't think Trump has explained Iran war goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows

Two out of three Americans think President Donald Trump has not clearly explained why the country went to war with Iran, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll

Americans don't think Trump has explained Iran war goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows
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Trump says he'll move to suspend federal gasoline tax. He can't do it on his own

President Donald Trump is moving to suspend the federal tax on gasoline to help Americans shoulder surging fuel prices caused by the Iran war

Trump says he'll move to suspend federal gasoline tax. He can't do it on his own
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Latest: Trump rejects Iran’s latest response to ceasefire proposal ahead of his trip to China

Iran and the United States have reached an impasse again over how to end their war while their ceasefire grew increasingly shaky

The Latest: Trump rejects Iran’s latest response to ceasefire proposal ahead of his trip to China
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Supreme Court temporarily extends women's access to a widely used abortion pill

The Supreme Court is leaving women’s access to a widely used abortion pill untouched until at least Thursday, while the justices consider whether to allow restrictions on the drug, mifepristone, to take effect

Supreme Court temporarily extends women's access to a widely used abortion pill
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US issues alert to banks on IRGC efforts to evade sanctions

The United States on Monday issued an alert to financial institutions warning of efforts by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' to evade U.S. sanctions, as concerns

US issues alert to banks on IRGC efforts to evade sanctions
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Congo rebels pull back from key positions amid US pressure

The Rwandan-backed AFC/M23 rebel group has withdrawn from several key positions in Congo's eastern South Kivu province over the weekend, the Congolese army and a rebel official said

Congo rebels pull back from key positions amid US pressure
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House lawmakers introducing bill to toughen US ban on Chinese vehicles

Two members of the U.S.

House lawmakers introducing bill to toughen US ban on Chinese vehicles
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Iran’s ‘garbage’ peace offering is proof it thinks it has won the war

Iran’s ‘garbage’ peace offering is proof it thinks it has won the war

Iran’s ‘garbage’ peace offering is proof it thinks it has won the war
Opinion|Political|Science

Racial gerrymandering may be here to stay

The Supreme Court has barred considering race when crafting legislative districts. But race could remain embedded in political gerrymandering, despite vehement claims to the contrary.

Racial gerrymandering may be here to stay
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Trump-Xi summit comes with high stakes for Taiwan, the island democracy that China claims as its own

President Donald Trump has demonstrated greater ambivalence toward Taiwan in his second term

Trump-Xi summit comes with high stakes for Taiwan, the island democracy that China claims as its own
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Starmer pledges to prove his doubters wrong but faces a wave of resignation calls

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to prove his doubters wrong as he faces calls to step down after poor local election results for his Labour Party

Starmer pledges to prove his doubters wrong but faces a wave of resignation calls
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US rejects UN migration forum declaration, State Department says

The U.S.

US rejects UN migration forum declaration, State Department says
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South Africa's Ramaphosa faces down calls to resign over cash-in-sofa scandal

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa faced down calls to resign on Monday over a scandal in which thieves stole bundles of

South Africa's Ramaphosa faces down calls to resign over cash-in-sofa scandal
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Treasury Department tells US banks to flag suspected Iranian money-laundering networks

The Treasury Department wants U.S. banks to monitor suspected Iranian money laundering networks

Treasury Department tells US banks to flag suspected Iranian money-laundering networks
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Haiti too insecure for August presidential vote, PM says

Haiti's security is not at a level needed to hold elections this August, Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime said in an interview broadcast on

Haiti too insecure for August presidential vote, PM says
Europe|Health|Political|World

Georgia elects new patriarch of influential Orthodox Church

Orthodox Christian bishops in Georgia elected a new patriarch, Shio III, on Monday, in what is a pivotal juncture for the South Caucasus country where the Church plays an

Georgia elects new patriarch of influential Orthodox Church
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Zelenskiy holds call with UAE counterpart

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Monday discussed with the United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan UAE's assistance in bringing Ukrainians back from

Zelenskiy holds call with UAE counterpart
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Trump says Iran ceasefire is on 'life support' and proposes gas tax pause as strait stays closed

U.S. President Donald Trump says the Iran ceasefire is on “life support” after he rejected Tehran’s latest proposal to end the war

Trump says Iran ceasefire is on 'life support' and proposes gas tax pause as strait stays closed
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Lula's consumer debt initiative did not expand credit, Brazil's BTG says

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's flagship consumer debt renegotiation program did not expand credit for beneficiaries, BTG Pactual said in

Lula's consumer debt initiative did not expand credit, Brazil's BTG says
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

India's Modi to begin five-nation tour, including UAE, amid Middle East crisis

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-nation tour taking in the United Arab Emirates and Europe from May 15-20, India's foreign ministry said in a statement on

India's Modi to begin five-nation tour, including UAE, amid Middle East crisis
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Trump says Iran ceasefire on 'life support' after rejecting Tehran's response

President Donald Trump said on Monday that the ceasefire with Iran was "on life support," after dismissing Tehran's response to a U.S. peace proposal as

Trump says Iran ceasefire on 'life support' after rejecting Tehran's response
Europe|Political|World

EU ministers dismiss Putin's idea of role for Schroeder in future security talks

European governments on Monday rejected a suggestion by Russian President Vladimir Putin that former German chancellor Gerhard Schroeder

EU ministers dismiss Putin's idea of role for Schroeder in future security talks
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Jeffries vows Democrats will win House majority in 2026 and 'bury' Republicans in 2028 redistricting

Democrats will win control of the U.S.

Jeffries vows Democrats will win House majority in 2026 and 'bury' Republicans in 2028 redistricting
Election|Finance|Political|World

Voter confusion and headaches for election officials follow hasty GOP push to redraw US House seats

Republican state officials are confusing voters and creating logistical headaches for local election officials across the South by redistricting U.S. House seats as primary season is underway

Voter confusion and headaches for election officials follow hasty GOP push to redraw US House seats