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New US House map in Florida accused of violating state ban on partisan gerrymandering

New U.S. House districts in Florida are facing their first test in court

New US House map in Florida accused of violating state ban on partisan gerrymandering
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department working to indict former Cuban president Raul Castro

US Justice Department working to indict former Cuban president Raul Castro

US Justice Department working to indict former Cuban president Raul Castro
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say

The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran's top diplomat says a lack of trust is impeding talks to end war with the US

Iran’s foreign minister says that a lack of trust remains the biggest obstacle in negotiations to end the war with the U.S. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said contradictory messages from the U.S. have made Iran reluctant about its intentions in the stalled ceasefire negotiations

Iran's top diplomat says a lack of trust is impeding talks to end war with the US
Crime|Political|US|World

‘Creeps need not apply’: How a team of bipartisan women plan to change Capitol Hill’s culture of harassment

‘Creeps need not apply’: How a team of bipartisan women plan to change Capitol Hill’s culture of harassment

‘Creeps need not apply’: How a team of bipartisan women plan to change Capitol Hill’s culture of harassment
Election|Political|US

Democrat Rep. Steve Cohen ending campaign after redraw of his Memphis district

Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen of Tennessee is ending his bid for reelection

Democrat Rep. Steve Cohen ending campaign after redraw of his Memphis district
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Trump says new sculpture garden honoring 250 prominent Americans will rise along the Potomac River

President Donald Trump plans to build an exhibit of statues featuring prominent Americans along the Potomac River

Trump says new sculpture garden honoring 250 prominent Americans will rise along the Potomac River
Political|World

Israeli forces set up a camp in the Iraqi desert during Iran war, officials say

Israeli forces set up a temporary post in the Iraqi desert during the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, according to officials

Israeli forces set up a camp in the Iraqi desert during Iran war, officials say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

CNN brings you inside Cuba as recent developments worsen the country's energy crisis

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CNN brings you inside Cuba as recent developments worsen the country's energy crisis
Business|Health|Political|Technology

Tech CEOs summoned to Congress for another hearing on social media's risks for children

Social media CEOs have been called to testify before Congress amid growing pressure to protect young users

Tech CEOs summoned to Congress for another hearing on social media's risks for children
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department to seek death penalty for man charged with killing 2 Israeli Embassy staffers

The Justice Department will seek the death penalty for the man accused of fatally shooting two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in Washington outside a Jewish museum

Justice Department to seek death penalty for man charged with killing 2 Israeli Embassy staffers
Crime|Political|World

New Virginia law banning `assault firearms' prompts quick lawsuits from gun-rights groups

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has signed legislation banning certain semi-automatic firearms

New Virginia law banning `assault firearms' prompts quick lawsuits from gun-rights groups
Health|Political|US

GOP congressman is under doctor’s care, his father says amid mysterious absence from Washington

GOP congressman is under doctor’s care, his father says amid mysterious absence from Washington

GOP congressman is under doctor’s care, his father says amid mysterious absence from Washington
Crime|Political|World

Texas high court rejects removal of Democratic lawmakers who led quorum break over redistricting

The Texas Supreme Court has refused to declare that Democratic state lawmakers who briefly left the state last year in a quorum break to stop a vote on new congressional voting maps pushed by President Donald Trump vacated their offices

Texas high court rejects removal of Democratic lawmakers who led quorum break over redistricting
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Trump leaves Beijing with few wins but warm words for Xi

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Trump leaves Beijing with few wins but warm words for Xi
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland

The Pentagon has canceled plans to deploy 4,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland, two U.S. officials said, a surprise decision slammed by lawmakers that renewed questions

US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Trump says Xi is considering a detained pastor's case, but freeing activist Jimmy Lai is 'tough'

U.S. President Donald Trump says Chinese President Xi Jinping is considering the case of detained pastor Ezra Jin Mingri

Trump says Xi is considering a detained pastor's case, but freeing activist Jimmy Lai is 'tough'
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Trump says China will buy 200 planes from Boeing, with a possibility of expanding the deal to 750

President Donald Trump said aircraft manufacturer Boeing has a deal to sell at least 200 planes to China

Trump says China will buy 200 planes from Boeing, with a possibility of expanding the deal to 750
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Trump leaves China, short on deliverables but with signs of a stabilized relationship

Trump leaves China, short on deliverables but with signs of a stabilized relationship

Trump leaves China, short on deliverables but with signs of a stabilized relationship
Arts|Political|Sports|US|World

Trump announces sculpture garden site as he muses on architecture after trip to China

Trump announces sculpture garden site as he muses on architecture after trip to China

Trump announces sculpture garden site as he muses on architecture after trip to China
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Election denial is a fault line in Republican primary for Georgia secretary of state

The 2020 election continues to haunt Georgia's political landscape, especially in the Republican primary for secretary of state

Election denial is a fault line in Republican primary for Georgia secretary of state
Arts|Economy|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|World

AI-generated fantasies of US intervention reveal how desperation has narrowed Cuba’s political horizons

Cubans are using AI image generators to imagine US intervention in their country. The results look straight out of the 1890s.

AI-generated fantasies of US intervention reveal how desperation has narrowed Cuba’s political horizons
Business|Economy|Finance|Political

The billionaires telling other billionaires to shut up and pay their taxes

The billionaires telling other billionaires to shut up and pay their taxes

The billionaires telling other billionaires to shut up and pay their taxes
Business|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|US

CPS students spend day as Chicago City Council, passing ordinances and getting hands-on civics lesson

CPS students spend day as Chicago City Council, passing ordinances and getting hands-on civics lesson

CPS students spend day as Chicago City Council, passing ordinances and getting hands-on civics lesson
Business|Election|Political

Democrats test a new red state strategy: Back independents over their own nominees

Democratic leaders are embracing independent candidates in red states where their party brand struggles

Democrats test a new red state strategy: Back independents over their own nominees
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

What to expect in Louisiana's primaries

Louisiana voters will participate in a revamped and stripped-down state primary Saturday and decide the political fate of an embattled Republican U.S. senator targeted for defeat by President Donald Trump

What to expect in Louisiana's primaries
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Health|Political

This Republican says he’s Trump’s ally. He’s getting in the way of Trump’s revenge in a key Louisiana Senate primary

This Republican says he’s Trump’s ally. He’s getting in the way of Trump’s revenge in a key Louisiana Senate primary

This Republican says he’s Trump’s ally. He’s getting in the way of Trump’s revenge in a key Louisiana Senate primary
Crime|Political|US

A timeline of former death row inmate Richard Glossip’s legal battles spanning nearly 30 years

A timeline of former death row inmate Richard Glossip’s legal battles spanning nearly 30 years

A timeline of former death row inmate Richard Glossip’s legal battles spanning nearly 30 years
Economy|Health|Political

How a vote for Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ put Republican David Valadao in danger of losing his seat

How a vote for Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ put Republican David Valadao in danger of losing his seat

How a vote for Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ put Republican David Valadao in danger of losing his seat
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Palestinians in Gaza mark anniversary of 1948 mass expulsion and say today's catastrophe is worse

Millions of Palestinians are marking the 78th anniversary of the Nakba

Palestinians in Gaza mark anniversary of 1948 mass expulsion and say today's catastrophe is worse
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Trump administration rushes to steady Kennedy’s HHS, with an eye on the midterms

Trump administration rushes to steady Kennedy’s HHS, with an eye on the midterms

Trump administration rushes to steady Kennedy’s HHS, with an eye on the midterms
Economy|Finance|Political|World

India raises fuel prices as global energy crisis adds pressure on economy

India has raised fuel prices by 3 rupees per liter to offset losses from higher global oil prices

India raises fuel prices as global energy crisis adds pressure on economy
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Political

Author Ann Patchett urges a 'breath' for books as PEN gala raises $2M amid ban surge

Author Ann Patchett and film producer Jason Blum are among those who spoke at PEN America's annual gala, which raised more than $2 million for the century-old literary and free expression organization

Author Ann Patchett urges a 'breath' for books as PEN gala raises $2M amid ban surge
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Two Democrats seeking US Senate nomination in Iowa debate who can flip a GOP seat

Two Democrats competing to become Iowa's next senator each say they're the best candidate to flip a GOP seat in the U.S. Senate

Two Democrats seeking US Senate nomination in Iowa debate who can flip a GOP seat
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Tensions flare near Strait of Hormuz as a ship is seized and another is sunk

Tensions are escalating again near the Strait of Hormuz after a ship anchored off the United Arab Emirates was seized and taken toward Iran and another was attacked and sank near the coast of Oman

Tensions flare near Strait of Hormuz as a ship is seized and another is sunk
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Bolivian miners clash with police in La Paz, demand president’s resignation

Explosions were heard during violent clashes in La Paz on Thursday, as mining groups took to the streets, calling for the resignation of centrist President Rodrigo Paz.

Bolivian miners clash with police in La Paz, demand president’s resignation
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

Trump says he is losing patience with Iran after talks with China's Xi

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Trump says he is losing patience with Iran after talks with China's Xi
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump ethics filing reveals thousands of trades tied to US corporate securities

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Trump ethics filing reveals thousands of trades tied to US corporate securities
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

Cuba mulls US offer of $100 million in aid but wary of Trump's motives, blockade

Cuba on Thursday said it would entertain a U.S. offer of $100 million in humanitarian aid but expressed skepticism over President Donald Trump's intentions

Cuba mulls US offer of $100 million in aid but wary of Trump's motives, blockade
Arts|Crime|Political|World

Black cemetery in Florida vandalized, 'Trump' spray-painted on graves

Police in Florida are investigating vandalism at a historic, predominantly African

Black cemetery in Florida vandalized, 'Trump' spray-painted on graves
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed's Barr says wrong to lower liquidity rules to shrink Fed holdings

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Fed's Barr says wrong to lower liquidity rules to shrink Fed holdings
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CIA chief visits Cuba as Trump urges sweeping changes

(Corrects date of Cuban revolution in paragraph 2, also, clarifies Ratcliffe´s visit to the island was second by a CIA director, not the first.)

CIA chief visits Cuba as Trump urges sweeping changes
Health|Political|World

US Supreme Court ruling preserves abortion pill access for now as other challenges loom

The U.S. Supreme Court has for now refused to block a U.S.

US Supreme Court ruling preserves abortion pill access for now as other challenges loom
Health|Political|US

Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion pill, while lawsuit plays out

The Supreme Court has preserved women’s access to a drug used in the most common method of abortion, rejecting lower-court restrictions while a lawsuit continues

Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion pill, while lawsuit plays out
Americas|Political|World

CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Raul Castro's grandson in Havana, US and Cuban officials say

Cuban and U.S. officials say that CIA Director John Ratcliffe has met with Cuban officials including Raul Castro’s grandson during a high-level visit to the island

CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Raul Castro's grandson in Havana, US and Cuban officials say
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Newsom outlines his final budget proposal with no deficit, new major spending

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has unveiled his final budget proposal

Newsom outlines his final budget proposal with no deficit, new major spending
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how

Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how

Trump is cutting the numbers of US troops in Europe. Here’s how
Crime|Education|Political|US|World

A timeline of events in the death penalty case of Richard Glossip

Former death row inmate Richard Glossip has been granted bond by an Oklahoma judge who ruled Thursday that Glossip could be freed from jail while awaiting a new trial for a 1997 killing

A timeline of events in the death penalty case of Richard Glossip
Arts|Education|Health|Political|World

Justice Department accuses Yale medical school of illegally using race in admissions

The Justice Department is accusing Yale University of illegally considering race in its medical school admissions

Justice Department accuses Yale medical school of illegally using race in admissions
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Lawyers urge judge to block Trump order that would create eligible voter list, limit mail ballots

Voting rights groups are arguing that a federal judge should stop President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail voting because he doesn’t have the authority to do so

Lawyers urge judge to block Trump order that would create eligible voter list, limit mail ballots
Crime|Political|US

Rep. Chuck Edwards faces House ethics investigation over harassment allegations

The House Ethics Committee is investigating Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina over allegations that he created a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment

Rep. Chuck Edwards faces House ethics investigation over harassment allegations
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Xi and Trump summit focuses on business links as Chinese leader issues Taiwan warning

President Donald Trump is in Beijing for key meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping

The Latest: Xi and Trump summit focuses on business links as Chinese leader issues Taiwan warning
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US Rep. Max Miller sues his ex-wife for defamation in escalation of long-running divorce feud

Republican U.S. Rep. Max Miller of Ohio has filed a defamation lawsuit against his ex-wife and her legal team

US Rep. Max Miller sues his ex-wife for defamation in escalation of long-running divorce feud
Business|Crime|Economy|Political

Ex-aide to California Democrats admits guilt in scheme to steal campaign funds from health secretary

A top California Democratic political aide has pleaded guilty in a scheme to steal campaign funds from Xavier Becerra when he served as the federal health secretary

Ex-aide to California Democrats admits guilt in scheme to steal campaign funds from health secretary
Americas|Business|Crime|Lifestyle|Political|World

Teen was among 6 people from Honduras and Mexico who died in hot Texas shipping container

More details are out after six people were found dead in a rail yard shipping container in Laredo, Texas, last weekend

Teen was among 6 people from Honduras and Mexico who died in hot Texas shipping container
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers

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US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers
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UK's Starmer faces survival battle as potential rivals circle

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was struggling to hold on to power after his main rival in the government

UK's Starmer faces survival battle as potential rivals circle
Americas|Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Louisiana, South Carolina Republicans advance new congressional maps

Republicans in Louisiana and South Carolina on Thursday took steps toward installing new congressional maps aimed at eliminating one Democratic-held seat in each state,

Louisiana, South Carolina Republicans advance new congressional maps
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began

Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began

Russia hammers Ukraine in biggest prolonged drone attack since war began
Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|Science

'He had planned this': Mother of attempted abduction victim concerned over sex offender's sentence

'He had planned this': Mother of attempted abduction victim concerned over sex offender's sentence

'He had planned this': Mother of attempted abduction victim concerned over sex offender's sentence
Economy|Election|Health|Political

Vance promotes Trump administration's work to counter fraud while criticizing Democrats in Maine

Vice President JD Vance is highlighting the Trump administration’s efforts to combat fraud in a visit to Maine ahead of the state’s primary elections for several high-profile races

Vance promotes Trump administration's work to counter fraud while criticizing Democrats in Maine
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

US Border Patrol chief Michael Banks is resigning, in latest DHS leadership change

The head of U.S. Border Patrol has announced his resignation

US Border Patrol chief Michael Banks is resigning, in latest DHS leadership change
Economy|Health|Political

In Fairfax, Spanberger signs bills aimed at lowering healthcare costs for Virginians

In Fairfax, Spanberger signs bills aimed at lowering healthcare costs for Virginians

In Fairfax, Spanberger signs bills aimed at lowering healthcare costs for Virginians
Political|US|World

Judge weighs Democrats' bid to block Trump's executive order on voting

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Judge weighs Democrats' bid to block Trump's executive order on voting
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Fed's Miran says he will vacate board seat on or just before Warsh is sworn in as chair

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Fed's Miran says he will vacate board seat on or just before Warsh is sworn in as chair
MidEast|Political|World

Israelis mark capture of East Jerusalem with Old City parade, racist chants

Thousands of Israeli nationalists marched on Thursday through the Muslim quarter of Jerusalem's walled Old City under heavy security, in an annual

Israelis mark capture of East Jerusalem with Old City parade, racist chants
Crime|Political|US|World

US Border Patrol chief quits, adding to turnover among immigration officials

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US Border Patrol chief quits, adding to turnover among immigration officials
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US pledges new humanitarian aid to UN, says it must align with Trump's interests

The State Department's top aid official said on Thursday that $1.8 billion in new humanitarian aid to be provided by the U.S. through

US pledges new humanitarian aid to UN, says it must align with Trump's interests
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Bolsonaro reversal on ties to jailed banker leaves allies reeling

Allies of Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro scrambled on Thursday to play down ties to a jailed banker that threatened his odds in

Bolsonaro reversal on ties to jailed banker leaves allies reeling
Political|Sports|World

Israeli minister criticizes Barcelona star Lamine Yamal for waving Palestinian flag

The defense minister of Israel has criticized Barcelona’s teenage star Lamine Yamal for his waving of a Palestinian flag during celebrations of the Spanish league title win

Israeli minister criticizes Barcelona star Lamine Yamal for waving Palestinian flag
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US pledges $1.8 billion more for UN humanitarian aid even as it's cut foreign assistance overall

The Trump administration has announced $1.8 billion in additional funding for U.N. humanitarian aid

US pledges $1.8 billion more for UN humanitarian aid even as it's cut foreign assistance overall
Crime|Political

Former western Kansas mayor surrenders to ICE custody

Former western Kansas mayor surrenders to ICE custody

Former western Kansas mayor surrenders to ICE custody
Crime|Political|US|World

In new lawsuit, Justice Department challenges efforts to sanction Trump administration lawyers

The Justice Department is challenging efforts to sanction attorneys from the first and second Trump administrations, asserting in a lawsuit that the District of Columbia Bar is unfairly playing politics with the legal disciplinary process

In new lawsuit, Justice Department challenges efforts to sanction Trump administration lawyers
Arts|Entertainment|Health|Political

As Trump fuels Vance vs. Rubio speculation, his vice president makes anti-fraud push

As Trump fuels Vance vs. Rubio speculation, his vice president makes anti-fraud push

As Trump fuels Vance vs. Rubio speculation, his vice president makes anti-fraud push
Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

A surge in violence followed Trump's cuts to USAID programs in Africa, a study finds

A new study has found that the Trump administration's decision last year to dissolve the U.S. Agency for International Development — once a leading global aid donor — was followed by a significant increase in violence in several African countries the agency had supported

A surge in violence followed Trump's cuts to USAID programs in Africa, a study finds
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Mother’s advocacy leads to new nitrous oxide law

Mother’s advocacy leads to new nitrous oxide law

Mother’s advocacy leads to new nitrous oxide law
Business|Political|World

Law firms urge appeals court to keep blocking Trump's sanctions against them

An appeals court has heard arguments in a case challenging President Donald Trump's ability to sanction some of the nation’s most prestigious law firms over their ties to clients and representatives whom he dislikes

Law firms urge appeals court to keep blocking Trump's sanctions against them
Crime|Political|World

New round of Lebanon-Israel talks kicks off as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues

Israel and Lebanon have started a third round of direct talks in Washington

New round of Lebanon-Israel talks kicks off as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

FBI offers $200,000 for information on former Air Force intelligence specialist charged with spying for Iran

FBI offers $200,000 for information on former Air Force intelligence specialist charged with spying for Iran

FBI offers $200,000 for information on former Air Force intelligence specialist charged with spying for Iran
Europe|Health|Political|World

Leading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government

Leading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government

Leading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

China will do what it can to reopen Strait of Hormuz, Bessent says

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China will do what it can to reopen Strait of Hormuz, Bessent says
Europe|Political|World

Latvian prime minister resigns after controversy over stray Ukrainian drones

Latvian center-right Prime Minister Evika Silina has resigned after losing support from the Progressives Party, her left-leaning coalition partner

Latvian prime minister resigns after controversy over stray Ukrainian drones
Business|Environment|Political|World

Iran allowing transit of Chinese vessels in Strait of Hormuz, Fars news reports

Iran has begun allowing some Chinese vessels to transit through the Strait of Hormuz following an understanding over Iranian management protocols for the waterway, the semi-

Iran allowing transit of Chinese vessels in Strait of Hormuz, Fars news reports
Political|World

Iran retains at most 'very moderate' strike capability, US admiral says

U.S. bombings have dealt a major blow to Iran's military and its defense industry, leaving Tehran with only a small or perhaps very moderate ability

Iran retains at most 'very moderate' strike capability, US admiral says
Economy|Health|Political|World

US casts Israel-Lebanon talks on Thursday as 'positive and productive'

The United States cast Israel-Lebanon talks held in Washington on Thursday as "productive and positive

US casts Israel-Lebanon talks on Thursday as 'positive and productive'
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Oil ends flat as tanker crossings through Strait of Hormuz temper supply fears

Oil prices ended little changed on Thursday after Iran's state media said about 30 vessels had crossed the Strait of Hormuz, though attacks on one ship

Oil ends flat as tanker crossings through Strait of Hormuz temper supply fears
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Iraq seeking financial assistance from IMF, World Bank as result of Iran war

Iraqi officials have approached the International Monetary Fund about securing financial assistance as a result of the

Iraq seeking financial assistance from IMF, World Bank as result of Iran war
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK lawmaker resigns seat, clearing path for leadership challenger Burnham

British Labour lawmaker Josh Simons on Thursday said he would resign from his seat in parliament in a move designed to give Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham a chance to

UK lawmaker resigns seat, clearing path for leadership challenger Burnham
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Xi tells Trump that mishandling of Taiwan could lead to 'dangerous' place

China's President Xi Jinping warned U.S.

Xi tells Trump that mishandling of Taiwan could lead to 'dangerous' place
Business|Political|World

US appeals court questions Trump's push to punish major law firms

President Donald Trump’s administration faced a skeptical federal appeals court on Thursday in its bid to revive the Republican

US appeals court questions Trump's push to punish major law firms
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Senators approve withholding their own pay during government shutdowns

Senators have unanimously approved a resolution to withhold their pay during government shutdowns

Senators approve withholding their own pay during government shutdowns
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Supreme Court revives suit against major logistics company with potentially big effects on industry

The Supreme Court says man can sue a major logistics company after he lost part of his leg in a semi tractor-trailer crash

Supreme Court revives suit against major logistics company with potentially big effects on industry
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

China's Xi warns Trump that differences over Taiwan could lead to conflict

China’s Xi Jinping has warned President Donald Trump that their two countries could clash over Taiwan if the issue is not handled properly

China's Xi warns Trump that differences over Taiwan could lead to conflict
Economy|Political|US

Senators vote to block their pay during future government shutdowns

Senators vote to block their pay during future government shutdowns

Senators vote to block their pay during future government shutdowns
Business|Political|US|World

Border Patrol chief Michael Banks resigns his position

Border Patrol chief Michael Banks resigns his position

Border Patrol chief Michael Banks resigns his position
Africa|Political|World

South African president removes social development minister

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday removed Sisisi Tolashe from the position of minister of social development.

South African president removes social development minister
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

U.S. officials flag prospect of Chinese energy purchases after Trump-Xi meeting

U.S. officials raised the prospect of China buying more American energy after Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping held talks in Beijing on

U.S. officials flag prospect of Chinese energy purchases after Trump-Xi meeting
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz calls for EU budget overhaul as battle looms

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday called for a revamp of what he cast as the European Union's outdated budget system,

Germany's Merz calls for EU budget overhaul as battle looms
Business|Political|World

Iran and UAE clash at BRICS foreign ministers' meeting

Iran's foreign minister accused the United Arab Emirates of direct involvement in military operations against his country during a BRICS meeting in New Delhi on Thursday,

Iran and UAE clash at BRICS foreign ministers' meeting
Asia|Crime|Political|World

'We are thirsty for justice': Philippine families demand senator face drug war charges

As tension and gunfire erupted inside the Philippine Senate, where Senator Ronald dela Rosa had taken refuge to evade arrest and later escaped,

'We are thirsty for justice': Philippine families demand senator face drug war charges
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan: no surprises from Trump-Xi summit, China should end military pressure

Taiwan said on Thursday that nothing surprising had come out of a summit between Chinese and U.S. leaders in Beijing, but that China should

Taiwan: no surprises from Trump-Xi summit, China should end military pressure
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Putin visit to China will take place very soon, Kremlin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China very soon and preparations for the trip are already complete, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday.

Putin visit to China will take place very soon, Kremlin says
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Russia says it's establishing 'full partnership' with Afghan Taliban

Russia is establishing a "full-fledged partnership" with Afghanistan's ruling Taliban and is encouraging other countries in the region to expand cooperation with Kabul, a

Russia says it's establishing 'full partnership' with Afghan Taliban
Health|Political|World

UK health minister Wes Streeting resigns

British health minister Wes Streeting resigned from government on Thursday, saying he had lost confidence in Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership.

UK health minister Wes Streeting resigns
Business|Economy|Political|World

US's Bessent says soybeans 'all taken care of', cooling expectations for fresh Chinese buying

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US's Bessent says soybeans 'all taken care of', cooling expectations for fresh Chinese buying
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Yemen government, Houthis to release more than 1,600 prisoners in conflict's  largest swap

The internationally recognised Yemeni government and the Iran-aligned Houthi group will exchange more than 1,600 prisoners, the office of the U.N. special envoy for

Yemen government, Houthis to release more than 1,600 prisoners in conflict's  largest swap
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel to sue New York Times over article on rape of Palestinian detainees, Netanyahu says

Israel plans to sue The New York Times and one of its journalists for defamation over an article that said Israeli soldiers, prison guards and settlers

Israel to sue New York Times over article on rape of Palestinian detainees, Netanyahu says
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Taliban detains three journalists in Afghanistan, UN says

Afghanistan's Taliban government has detained at least three journalists on unspecified charges, the United Nations mission there said on Thursday in

Taliban detains three journalists in Afghanistan, UN says
Crime|Economy|Health|Political

Fighting fraud is a top Trump administration priority. Here’s what you should know

Fighting fraud is a top Trump administration priority. Here’s what you should know

Fighting fraud is a top Trump administration priority. Here’s what you should know
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Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline

Italy's defence minister said on Thursday he had written twice to the Treasury urging a decision on whether to tap a European Union arms-

Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline
Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy

Pope Leo on Thursday decried rising European military spending, which grew last year by the highest amount since the end of the Cold War amid pressure from

Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy
Crime|Election|Political|US

Justice Department sues DC’s attorney disciplinary authorities for recommending a Trump ally be disbarred

Justice Department sues DC’s attorney disciplinary authorities for recommending a Trump ally be disbarred

Justice Department sues DC’s attorney disciplinary authorities for recommending a Trump ally be disbarred
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Over 40% of Sudan's population face high levels of acute food insecurity, monitoring group warns

A global hunger monitoring group reported that over 40% of Sudan's population faces acute food insecurity through May

Over 40% of Sudan's population face high levels of acute food insecurity, monitoring group warns
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Trump administration will join a prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalism

President Donald Trump and several top administration officials are joining with a cast of mostly conservative Christian clergy this Sunday for a prayer gathering

Trump administration will join a prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalism
Crime|Political|Sports

Illinois park district director used taxpayer credit card for daughter's prom helicopter, invoice shows

Illinois park district director used taxpayer credit card for daughter's prom helicopter, invoice shows

Illinois park district director used taxpayer credit card for daughter's prom helicopter, invoice shows
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Gaza risks becoming permanently divided, top official warns

Gaza risks becoming permanently divided, top official warns

Gaza risks becoming permanently divided, top official warns
Business|Economy|Opinion|Political

How Trump plans to keep tariffs at the center of his economic policy despite stinging court losses

Rebuffed by the Supreme Court, President Donald Trump is seeking to exploit a different tariff tool to regain leverage. Whether it succeeds remains in question.

How Trump plans to keep tariffs at the center of his economic policy despite stinging court losses
Economy|Election|Political|US

Why a growing number of Trump supporters are experiencing voter’s remorse

Most Trump supporters remain in his camp, but some independents, young people and Black Americans who voted for the president in 2024 would not do so again in an election do-over.

Why a growing number of Trump supporters are experiencing voter’s remorse
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US filings for jobless benefits hits 211,000 as the war in Iran drags on, clouding economic forecast

The number of Americans filing for jobless aid rose last week but remains historically low despite the economic uncertainty caused by the war in Iran

US filings for jobless benefits hits 211,000 as the war in Iran drags on, clouding economic forecast
Europe|Political|World

Hungary summons Russian ambassador after drone attack in Ukraine

Hungary's government has summoned Russia's ambassador over a massive drone attack near its border with Ukraine

Hungary summons Russian ambassador after drone attack in Ukraine
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|World

Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling rise’ in antisemitism in UK after spate of attacks

Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling rise’ in antisemitism in UK after spate of attacks

Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling rise’ in antisemitism in UK after spate of attacks
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Iran urges BRICS nations to condemn war, Indian-flagged vessel sunk

Iran’s foreign minister urged BRICS nations on Thursday to condemn what he called violations of international law by the United States

Iran urges BRICS nations to condemn war, Indian-flagged vessel sunk
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Beijing state banquet sets the table for Trump-Xi reset

When Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping sat down to a lavish state banquet in Beijing on Thursday, the menu itself read like a

Beijing state banquet sets the table for Trump-Xi reset
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Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court flees from Senate

A Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court has fled from the Senate, where he sought refuge to evade arrest

Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court flees from Senate
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Jeffries' job grows more difficult in race for House and speaker's gavel

House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries had warned Republicans they would come to regret the congressional redistricting fight

Jeffries' job grows more difficult in race for House and speaker's gavel
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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