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India's capital announces permanent anti-pollution curbs for toxic winter months

The government of India's national capital territory of Delhi has announced a spate of measures to curb air pollution during winter, months ahead of the

India's capital announces permanent anti-pollution curbs for toxic winter months
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Under-fire German ruling coalition unveils reform package to boost economy

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's coalition unveiled a package of reforms on Thursday, including tax relief for lower-income families

Under-fire German ruling coalition unveils reform package to boost economy
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine withholding promised drone technology as historical tensions rise, Polish minister says

Ukraine has failed to deliver promised drone technology despite Poland's military support and willingness to transfer MiG-29 fighter jets, Polish Defence Minister Wladyslaw

Ukraine withholding promised drone technology as historical tensions rise, Polish minister says
Asia|Political|World

Senior Chinese lawmaker to attend Khamenei's funeral

Senior Chinese lawmaker He Wei will attend the funeral of late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, the Chinese foreign ministry announced on Thursday.

Senior Chinese lawmaker to attend Khamenei's funeral
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU to provide 200 million euros to boost South Caucasus connectivity, von der Leyen says

The European Union will provide up to €200 million ($228 million) in grant funding to boost transport, energy and digital links across the South

EU to provide 200 million euros to boost South Caucasus connectivity, von der Leyen says
Europe|Political|World

What to know about the schism by traditionalist Catholics who defied Pope Leo XIV

The Vatican has responded aggressively to the ultratraditionalist Society of St. Pius X after it defied Pope Leo XIV and consecrated four bishops without his consent

What to know about the schism by traditionalist Catholics who defied Pope Leo XIV
Business|Economy|Political|World

US resumes dollar transfers to Iraq, NYT reports

The United States has resumed some air shipments of U.S. dollars to Iraq, several months after suspending them, the New York Times reported on Thursday, citing two aides to Iraq's

US resumes dollar transfers to Iraq, NYT reports
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Russian fuel frustration rises as crisis bites

In Russia's grain belt, farmers fret they will be unable to harvest their crops as a fuel crisis sparked by Ukraine's drone attacks on oil refineries and

Russian fuel frustration rises as crisis bites
Political|Technology|World

Taiwan needs a 'hornet's nest' of drones to deter conflict, US diplomat says

Taiwan needs a "hornet's nest" of drones to help deter conflict and provide security, the top U.S. diplomat to the democratically governed island

Taiwan needs a 'hornet's nest' of drones to deter conflict, US diplomat says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

South Korea's currency chief says in talks with Japan, allies

South Korea's vice finance chief on Thursday said Seoul is closely communicating with Japan and other key allies on foreign exchange issues, and

South Korea's currency chief says in talks with Japan, allies
Business|Economy|Health|Political

New Jersey is set to charge companies with workers on Medicaid. Other states may follow

New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage

New Jersey is set to charge companies with workers on Medicaid. Other states may follow
Australia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Australia seeks to rein in defence spending blowouts, delays

Australia announced changes on Thursday to the way it manages the delivery of defence projects, aiming to curb billions of dollars in cost overruns and lengthy delays.

Australia seeks to rein in defence spending blowouts, delays
Economy|Europe|Political|World

French far right ponders life beyond Le Pen as appeal ruling looms

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen faces a make-or-break court ruling on July 7 on her bid to overturn an election ban, a verdict that

French far right ponders life beyond Le Pen as appeal ruling looms
Crime|Europe|Political|World

How France's Le Pen ended up fighting in court to save her presidential hopes

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen awaits a crucial appeal ruling in Paris next week that will determine whether she can run in the 2027 presidential

How France's Le Pen ended up fighting in court to save her presidential hopes
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|World

India tells WhatsApp to halt usernames rollout, justify feature or face action

India has asked WhatsApp to justify the implementation of a planned feature covering usernames and to freeze the rollout in its biggest market,

India tells WhatsApp to halt usernames rollout, justify feature or face action
MidEast|Political|World

Millions of mourners attended funeral of Iran's Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini

On June 6, 1989, millions of Iranians turned out in the streets to bury Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, who had led the 1979 Islamic Revolution

Millions of mourners attended funeral of Iran's Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini
Health|Political|World

EMS recording shows emergency response for ‘unconscious’ person at Sen. McConnell’s house on same day he was hospitalized

EMS recording shows emergency response for ‘unconscious’ person at Sen. McConnell’s house on same day he was hospitalized

EMS recording shows emergency response for ‘unconscious’ person at Sen. McConnell’s house on same day he was hospitalized
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|Travel|US|World

Retrofitted Qatari jet takes flight as Air Force One for Trump's trip to North Dakota

President Donald Trump has taken his maiden voyage on a new Air Force One

Retrofitted Qatari jet takes flight as Air Force One for Trump's trip to North Dakota
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Soaring revenue at Mar-a-Lago shows how Trump’s business interests and politics intersect

Soaring revenue at Mar-a-Lago shows how Trump’s business interests and politics intersect

Soaring revenue at Mar-a-Lago shows how Trump’s business interests and politics intersect
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Federal audit finds Puerto Rico awaiting billions of dollars nearly a decade after deadly hurricane

Lawmakers have released a federal audit that found that only 25% of some $14 billion in federal funds obligated for Puerto Rico’s power grid after Hurricane Maria razed it almost a decade ago has reached the U.S. territory

Federal audit finds Puerto Rico awaiting billions of dollars nearly a decade after deadly hurricane
Crime|Political|US|World

Minnesota attorney general shuts unit reviewing wrongful convictions, cites Trump funding cut

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said on Wednesday he was shutting down his office's Conviction Review Unit that looked into potential wrongful

Minnesota attorney general shuts unit reviewing wrongful convictions, cites Trump funding cut
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

The Latest: Federal filing shows Trump took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year

A federal filing shows President Donald Trump took in nearly $1.2 billion from his crypto businesses last year, locking in profits while his investors were socked with losses

The Latest: Federal filing shows Trump took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US Postal Service cannot carry out Trump order on mail ballot delivery, judge rules

US Postal Service cannot carry out Trump order on mail ballot delivery, judge rules

US Postal Service cannot carry out Trump order on mail ballot delivery, judge rules
Business|Political|Science|Technology

US FTC says AI bias safeguards may run afoul of consumer law

The Federal Trade Commission on Wednesday said AI companies whose chatbots produce responses that reflect "ideological objectives" may

US FTC says AI bias safeguards may run afoul of consumer law
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Judge blocks US Postal Service's proposed restrictions on mail-in voting

A federal judge on Wednesday blocked the U.S.

Judge blocks US Postal Service's proposed restrictions on mail-in voting
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-CIA chief Brennan, a Trump target, seeks to force DOJ to preserve records

Former CIA Director John Brennan sued on Wednesday seeking to force the U.S.

Ex-CIA chief Brennan, a Trump target, seeks to force DOJ to preserve records
Education|Political|Sports|US|World

Kansas school district rejects accusation of violating law over transgender policy

The fifth-largest public school district in Kansas said on Wednesday it disagreed with the Trump administration's accusation that it violated federal

Kansas school district rejects accusation of violating law over transgender policy
Business|Economy|Political|World

US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz

Iran and the United States concluded a round of indirect talks on Wednesday with no sign they

US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz
Business|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

US nuclear power regulator proposes changing rule protecting people from radiation

The U.S. nuclear power regulator on Wednesday proposed changes to a rule protecting people from radiation, the latest proposal pushed by the Trump

US nuclear power regulator proposes changing rule protecting people from radiation
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Venezuelans scour collapsed buildings by hand while government machinery stands unused

Venezuelans scour collapsed buildings by hand while government machinery stands unused

Venezuelans scour collapsed buildings by hand while government machinery stands unused
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

Man accuses police of losing his car after an accident. It's still missing nearly a year later.

Man accuses police of losing his car after an accident. It's still missing nearly a year later.

Man accuses police of losing his car after an accident. It's still missing nearly a year later.
Political|Science|Technology|World

Harvard professor with polarizing alien theories is picked to lead Trump administration UFO council

A polarizing Harvard astronomer has been appointed to lead a Trump administration panel studying UFOs

Harvard professor with polarizing alien theories is picked to lead Trump administration UFO council
Political|Technology|World

Trump says US ‘couldn’t build a plane like this’ as Qatari-gifted Air Force One embarks on inaugural flight

Trump says US ‘couldn’t build a plane like this’ as Qatari-gifted Air Force One embarks on inaugural flight

Trump says US ‘couldn’t build a plane like this’ as Qatari-gifted Air Force One embarks on inaugural flight
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-CIA Director John Brennan seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved

Former CIA Director John Brennan is suing the Trump administration, demanding a court order that would require officials to preserve records from investigations that are targeting him

Ex-CIA Director John Brennan seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Sweeping review of grand jury presentations underway in Chicago following misconduct revelations

Justice Department officials are conducting a sweeping review of more than 1,000 grand jury presentations made by Illinois prosecutors following the dismissal of a high-profile case over misconduct

Sweeping review of grand jury presentations underway in Chicago following misconduct revelations
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Crypto, real estate, watches: How Trump made over $1 billion last year

The latest disclosure report listing President Donald Trump's financial holdings shows he took in about $1.2 billion last year from crypto holdings, overshadowing a real estate business that first brought him fame

Crypto, real estate, watches: How Trump made over $1 billion last year
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump wants to ditch his signature trade deal. It’s not that easy

Trump wants to ditch his signature trade deal. It’s not that easy

Trump wants to ditch his signature trade deal. It’s not that easy
Business|Economy|Political|World

Oil prices fall 1% to 4-month lows as progress in US-Iran talks cools supply concerns

Oil prices fell more than 1% on Wednesday to their lowest levels since March as optimism over U.S.-Iran talks allayed supply concerns after U.S.

Oil prices fall 1% to 4-month lows as progress in US-Iran talks cools supply concerns
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact

The North American trade pact that President Donald Trump negotiated and boasted about in his first term is up for renewal

US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Senator Warren calls for Fed watchdog review of Bowman's BofA dinner, WSJ reports

A group of Senate Democrats requested on Wednesday that the Federal Reserve’s in-house watchdog investigate a meeting by the central bank’s top bank regulator and financial market

US Senator Warren calls for Fed watchdog review of Bowman's BofA dinner, WSJ reports
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Germany's top diplomat says EU-Mercosur deal still has issues to resolve

Germany's foreign minister, Johann Wadephul, said on Wednesday there were still "issues" to resolve before the European Union's trade agreement with

Germany's top diplomat says EU-Mercosur deal still has issues to resolve
Arts|Political|World

Much more than a piece of furniture, the president's Resolute Desk has echoed through history

Franklin D

Much more than a piece of furniture, the president's Resolute Desk has echoed through history
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

The US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact

The North American trade pact that President Donald Trump negotiated and boasted about in his first term is up for renewal

The US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Five wounded in firebombings of homes linked to Greek governing party

Attackers firebombed three residential buildings linked to Greece's governing party in the northern city of Thessaloniki before dawn on Wednesday, wounding five people

Five wounded in firebombings of homes linked to Greek governing party
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Jason Miller set to join White House again — with a messaging mission

Jason Miller set to join White House again — with a messaging mission

Jason Miller set to join White House again — with a messaging mission
Arts|Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World

Americans step out for their nation's 250th in a proud moment sown with division and doubt

America has come to a landmark moment of pride and patriotism — and a time of division and doubt

Americans step out for their nation's 250th in a proud moment sown with division and doubt
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Federal Reserve Chair Warsh emphasizes political independence, signals focus on inflation

New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said Wednesday that the central bank would remain independent and seek to bring down inflation, likely foreclosing the rate cuts President Trump has sought

Federal Reserve Chair Warsh emphasizes political independence, signals focus on inflation
Crime|Political|US

Trump foe John Brennan sues administration demanding investigative records into him be preserved

Trump foe John Brennan sues administration demanding investigative records into him be preserved

Trump foe John Brennan sues administration demanding investigative records into him be preserved
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump urges acting spy chief to declassify records, including on 2020 election

U.S.

Trump urges acting spy chief to declassify records, including on 2020 election
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed's Warsh says some task force staffing to be revealed next week

By Michael S.

Fed's Warsh says some task force staffing to be revealed next week
Education|Health|Opinion|Political|Sports

Banning transgender girls from school sports affects all children – why allowing strangers to scrutinize children’s bodies may put all girls at risk of harassment

The US Supreme Court ruled that states could exclude transgender athletes from girls and women’s sports teams.

Banning transgender girls from school sports affects all children – why allowing strangers to scrutinize children’s bodies may put all girls at risk of harassment
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Interview|Opinion|Political|World

AP's long-time Supreme Court reporter Mark Sherman reflects on front row seat to legal history

Mark Sherman has covered the Supreme Court for The Associated Press for 20 years during some of the most momentous decisions in history

AP's long-time Supreme Court reporter Mark Sherman reflects on front row seat to legal history
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Judges sentence 7 more to prison over shooting outside Texas immigration detention center

Seven more people have been sentenced to prison over a shooting during a protest outside a Texas immigration detention center that wounded a police officer

Judges sentence 7 more to prison over shooting outside Texas immigration detention center
Health|Political|Science

Congressman Tom Kean’s hospital treatment for depression may encourage men’s mental health

Congressman Tom Kean’s hospital treatment for depression may encourage men’s mental health

Congressman Tom Kean’s hospital treatment for depression may encourage men’s mental health
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

In Mideast and around the world, everyone's talking 'ceasefire.' But what does it really mean?

Ceasefires in the Middle East are not bringing the peace many people expect

In Mideast and around the world, everyone's talking 'ceasefire.' But what does it really mean?
Crime|Education|Health|Political

Officer under review for controversial Juneteenth arrest used same tactic earlier that day

Officer under review for controversial Juneteenth arrest used same tactic earlier that day

Officer under review for controversial Juneteenth arrest used same tactic earlier that day
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Racism and intolerance have worsened in Britain, Starmer says

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday that racism and intolerance had worsened in Britain over the past decade, warning it was damaging social cohesion and deterring

Racism and intolerance have worsened in Britain, Starmer says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

House Republican leaders urge Trump to let Jones Act waivers expire as scheduled in August

House Speaker Mike Johnson and several Republican leaders are asking President Donald Trump to allow waivers to a law on shipping between domestic ports to expire

House Republican leaders urge Trump to let Jones Act waivers expire as scheduled in August
Business|Political|World

China urges US to handle Taiwan issue 'with utmost caution'

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged the U.S. to handle matters related to Taiwan with "the utmost caution", during a phone call with U.S.

China urges US to handle Taiwan issue 'with utmost caution'
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department sues Virginia, California over gun laws

The U.S.

US Justice Department sues Virginia, California over gun laws
Education|Political|World

America’s Forgotten Soldiers: The Black Patriots Project

America’s Forgotten Soldiers: The Black Patriots Project

America’s Forgotten Soldiers: The Black Patriots Project
Education|Political|Sports

‘A huge victory for common sense’: West Virginia Atty General reacts to Supreme Court ruling on transgender athletes

West Virginia Attorney General (R) JB McCuskey reacts to the Supreme Court’s decision Tuesday which ruled that states may bar transgender students from playing on girls sports teams.

‘A huge victory for common sense’: West Virginia Atty General reacts to Supreme Court ruling on transgender athletes
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Despite some big losses, Supreme Court rewards Trump's assertion of power

On Tuesday, the U.S.

Despite some big losses, Supreme Court rewards Trump's assertion of power
Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo faces first major crisis of papacy from rebel Catholic group

Pope Leo faces first major crisis of papacy from rebel Catholic group

Pope Leo faces first major crisis of papacy from rebel Catholic group
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump on financial disclosures: Everyone's profiting because stock market is up

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had nothing to do with his personal finances, a day after he reported more than $1.4 billion in income from his family's

Trump on financial disclosures: Everyone's profiting because stock market is up
Business|Economy|Food|Political|World

AB Foods says US cooking oil sales hit by ICE pressure on Hispanic customers

Associated British Foods said the U.S. cooking oils market has declined and trading conditions are unlikely to improve going into its next financial year,

AB Foods says US cooking oil sales hit by ICE pressure on Hispanic customers
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump says the U.S. and Iran getting along very well

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the United States was getting along very well with Iran and that recent meetings in Qatar went well.

Trump says the U.S. and Iran getting along very well
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

As deportation protections end, Haitians confront fear and uncertainty

Uthy spent seven years in medical school training to become a doctor

As deportation protections end, Haitians confront fear and uncertainty
Business|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says Ukraine has hit a Russian oil refinery for the second time in a week

Ukrainian forces have struck Russia's major Ufa oil refinery for the second time in a week, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday

Zelenskyy says Ukraine has hit a Russian oil refinery for the second time in a week
Political|US|World

Trump says he told new acting director of national intelligence to ‘declassify almost everything’

Trump says he told new acting director of national intelligence to ‘declassify almost everything’

Trump says he told new acting director of national intelligence to ‘declassify almost everything’
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that journalists be accompanied by an escort

A federal judge has ordered the Defense Department to lift its requirement that journalists be accompanied by an escort while in the Pentagon

Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that journalists be accompanied by an escort
Business|Economy|Election|Political|World

Lula leads Senator Bolsonaro in Brazil presidential run-off, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva would win a potential second-round run-off vote in the October presidential elections against opposition Senator Flavio

Lula leads Senator Bolsonaro in Brazil presidential run-off, poll shows
Political|Sports|World

Alberta's separatism debate jostles summer rodeo scene

Canada's world-famous Calgary Stampede kicks off on Friday, but a push by Alberta separatists to begin the process of

Alberta's separatism debate jostles summer rodeo scene
Crime|Education|Europe|Health|Political|World

UK police watchdog probes two officers over handling of Henry Nowak case

Britain's police watchdog said on Wednesday it was investigating two officers over their handling of a student who was handcuffed as he lay dying from stab wounds after his

UK police watchdog probes two officers over handling of Henry Nowak case
Business|Economy|Political|World

World Bank to phase out China lending by 2031, source says

The World Bank will phase out its lending to China by 2031 after years of declining loans, reflecting the country's rise to become the world's second-

World Bank to phase out China lending by 2031, source says
MidEast|Political|World

Iran warns of immediate response to any threat, cites US commitment to restrain Israel

Iran will deliver an immediate and powerful response to any threat against its people or leadership, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said in an X post on Wednesday.

Iran warns of immediate response to any threat, cites US commitment to restrain Israel
Business|Economy|Political|World

Nigeria's unreported spending equals 2% of GDP, IMF official says

Nigeria had about 2% of GDP worth of public spending not recorded in recent official budgets, creating a gap between its reported deficit and actual financing needs, IMF

Nigeria's unreported spending equals 2% of GDP, IMF official says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy in Ireland as Dublin takes over Council of EU presidency

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrived in Ireland on Wednesday as Dublin takes over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy in Ireland as Dublin takes over Council of EU presidency
Business|Economy|Political|World

How the Supreme Court became a pivotal force in Trump's immigration agenda

The Supreme Court has tackled several key immigration issues this term, supporting President Donald Trump's administration in three cases

How the Supreme Court became a pivotal force in Trump's immigration agenda
Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Turkey tightens security and showcases strength and commitment ahead of NATO summit

Turkey is implementing extensive security measures for the upcoming NATO summit, deploying thousands of police and banning public gatherings

Turkey tightens security and showcases strength and commitment ahead of NATO summit
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump’s audacious bid to end birthright citizenship was not an entire loss at the Supreme Court

Trump’s audacious bid to end birthright citizenship was not an entire loss at the Supreme Court

Trump’s audacious bid to end birthright citizenship was not an entire loss at the Supreme Court
Political|US|World

Speaker Mike Johnson reacts as reporter reads birthright citizenship opinion to him live

Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson reacted live to the Supreme Court opinion on birthright citizenship, with a reporter reading it to him while he was holding a press conference.

Speaker Mike Johnson reacts as reporter reads birthright citizenship opinion to him live
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science

Medicare is now covering some GLP-1 weight loss drugs for $50. Here’s what to know

The federal government has launched a new program to make GLP-1 weight loss drugs more affordable for older Americans

Medicare is now covering some GLP-1 weight loss drugs for $50. Here’s what to know
Arts|Business|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Buckingham Palace is a must-see for tourists. So why don’t the royals want to live there?

Buckingham Palace is a must-see for tourists. So why don’t the royals want to live there?

Buckingham Palace is a must-see for tourists. So why don’t the royals want to live there?
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis

Lines are growing at Russian gas stations -- and so is the frustration and uncertainty as several months of Ukrainian attacks have set oil refineries ablaze and choked supplies for motorists across the vast country

Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Kazakhstan to hold snap parliamentary election on August 23

Kazakhstan will hold a snap parliamentary election on August 23, according to a decree signed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on Wednesday as a new constitution took

Kazakhstan to hold snap parliamentary election on August 23
Political|World

Syria's Sharaa appoints lawmakers, paving way for new parliament to convene

Syrian authorities announced the names of 70 lawmakers on Wednesday appointed to a transitional parliament by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, paving the way to convene

Syria's Sharaa appoints lawmakers, paving way for new parliament to convene
Education|Health|Political|Sports|World

Transgender people finding it hard to win at US Supreme Court

In May 1996, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a voter-passed Colorado measure that had denied gay people legal protections against discrimination.

Transgender people finding it hard to win at US Supreme Court
Election|Europe|Political|World

France sets presidential election dates

France will hold the first round of its next presidential election on April 18, 2027, with a run-off set for May 2, the government spokeswoman, Maud Bregeon, said on

France sets presidential election dates
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Takeaways from Supreme Court term: Trump's power is enhanced, but he lost some high-profile cases

President Donald Trump didn’t get what he wanted in some of the biggest Supreme Court cases this year: tariffs, birthright citizenship and the attempted firing of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook

Takeaways from Supreme Court term: Trump's power is enhanced, but he lost some high-profile cases
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Spain citizenship law for expatriates' descendants sparks voting quarrel

A reparations law granting descendants of Spaniards the right to citizenship has sparked a heated political debate as right-wing opposition

Spain citizenship law for expatriates' descendants sparks voting quarrel
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China imposes export controls on 40 Japanese entities as tensions with Tokyo rise

China has imposed new export controls on 40 Japanese entities, accusing them of contributing to Japan’s “remilitarization.”

China imposes export controls on 40 Japanese entities as tensions with Tokyo rise
Asia|Education|Political|World

China tells its ethnic minorities to integrate or face consequences with sweeping new unity law

China tells its ethnic minorities to integrate or face consequences with sweeping new unity law

China tells its ethnic minorities to integrate or face consequences with sweeping new unity law
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

How a new super PAC formed to counter AIPAC is fueling democratic socialists’ wins

How a new super PAC formed to counter AIPAC is fueling democratic socialists’ wins

How a new super PAC formed to counter AIPAC is fueling democratic socialists’ wins
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Myanmar set to restart contentious $3.6 billion dam project backed by China

Myanmar's new government aims to complete within roughly eight years a contentious

Myanmar set to restart contentious $3.6 billion dam project backed by China
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland warns Russia seeks to exploit Ukraine tensions with sabotage operations

Polish special services are preparing for possible Russian sabotage operations aimed at inflaming tensions between Poles and Ukrainians, Tomasz Siemoniak, minister in charge

Poland warns Russia seeks to exploit Ukraine tensions with sabotage operations
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Xi touts Chinese wisdom and solutions as a model for developing nations

China's leader has highlighted the country's rapid industrialization as a model for developing nations

Xi touts Chinese wisdom and solutions as a model for developing nations
Business|Economy|Political|World

Australia weighs break-up of Big Four accounting firms after scandals

The Australian government said on Wednesday it was considering breaking up the Big Four accounting firms and bringing them under the

Australia weighs break-up of Big Four accounting firms after scandals
Election|Political|World

Progressives inflict big defeats on incumbent Democrats in US Colorado primaries

Progressive Democrats delivered big upsets in Colorado on Tuesday night, with democratic socialist Melat Kiros ousting U.S.

Progressives inflict big defeats on incumbent Democrats in US Colorado primaries
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

NATO allies have grown silent on rights concerns in Turkey

Five years ago, the West risked a full-blown diplomatic crisis with NATO ally Turkey when 10 ambassadors called for the release of a man they saw as a

NATO allies have grown silent on rights concerns in Turkey
Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Election|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Stock Markets|US

Writer E. Jean Carroll calls for Trump to pay $5.8M after high court appeal fails

Advice columnist E

Writer E. Jean Carroll calls for Trump to pay $5.8M after high court appeal fails
Political|Travel|World

Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing to visit Laos in first ASEAN member state visit

Myanmar junta chief turned president Min Aung Hlaing will make an official visit to Laos in the next few days, state media reported on Wednesday, his first trip to an ASEAN member

Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing to visit Laos in first ASEAN member state visit
Economy|Political|World

China's Xi urges ruling Communist Party to be adaptable, safeguard advances

China's ruling Communist Party must keep pace with changing circumstances while safeguarding the advances it has made, President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday during

China's Xi urges ruling Communist Party to be adaptable, safeguard advances
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan ships should ignore boarding requests by China coast guard, Taipei says

Taiwanese ships off the island's east coast should ignore any boarding and inspection demands by China's Coast Guard, and if necessary Taiwanese Coast Guard vessels will

Taiwan ships should ignore boarding requests by China coast guard, Taipei says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Ukraine seeks €6.6 billion from EU's peace fund for military aid

Ukraine is asking its European Union partners to direct €6.6 billion ($7.5 billion) available under the European Peace Facility to military aid, to take advantage of what it sees as

Ukraine seeks €6.6 billion from EU's peace fund for military aid
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Russia approved secret China military training at top level, sources say

China's covert military training of Russian forces last year was personally approved by President Vladimir Putin's defence minister and directly involved at least four Russian and

Russia approved secret China military training at top level, sources say
Election|Political|World

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado House primary

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeated 15-term U.S.

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado House primary
Election|Political|US|World

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats longtime US House incumbent in Colorado

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros has defeated U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette in a Colorado House primary

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats longtime US House incumbent in Colorado
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Anti-immigration protesters march in South Africa, as some immigrants leave the country

Thousands of demonstrators have gathered in South Africa to protest illegal immigration

Anti-immigration protesters march in South Africa, as some immigrants leave the country
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US seen not extending USMCA, starting decade-long countdown to end trade pact

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US seen not extending USMCA, starting decade-long countdown to end trade pact
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US removes curbs on Anthropic's latest Fable and Mythos AI models

Anthropic said on Tuesday that the U.S.

US removes curbs on Anthropic's latest Fable and Mythos AI models
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Democratic socialists oust another House incumbent and other takeaways from Colorado’s primaries

Democratic socialists oust another House incumbent and other takeaways from Colorado’s primaries

Democratic socialists oust another House incumbent and other takeaways from Colorado’s primaries
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Trump reports over $1.4 billion in income from crypto ventures

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Trump reports over $1.4 billion in income from crypto ventures
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US VP Vance says the Vatican's views on immigration are 'troubling'

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US VP Vance says the Vatican's views on immigration are 'troubling'
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E. Jean Carroll asks judge to release more than $5 million after Supreme Court denies Trump’s appeal

E. Jean Carroll asks judge to release more than $5 million after Supreme Court denies Trump’s appeal

E. Jean Carroll asks judge to release more than $5 million after Supreme Court denies Trump’s appeal
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Trump, Republicans to stage convention in Dallas ahead of midterms

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Trump, Republicans to stage convention in Dallas ahead of midterms
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Iran says it won't meet with U.S. envoys, clouding prospects for peace deal

Iran said on Tuesday it would not meet with top U.S. envoys who flew to the region following an outbreak of hostilities, clouding the

Iran says it won't meet with U.S. envoys, clouding prospects for peace deal
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Brazil needs new fiscal measures as targets become unfeasible from 2028, Treasury says

Brazil's Treasury said on Tuesday that fiscal targets will become unfeasible from 2028 without new measures, as rising mandatory spending outpaces

Brazil needs new fiscal measures as targets become unfeasible from 2028, Treasury says
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Top Ukrainian commander says readying for possible new Russian attack from north

Ukraine's top military commander said in an interview broadcast on Tuesday that his forces were preparing for a possible new Russian attack from the north, but any attempt to

Top Ukrainian commander says readying for possible new Russian attack from north
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US military deploys over 900 personnel to Venezuela for earthquake response

The U.S. military has established a robust footprint of U.S. forces in and around Venezuela to support relief operations, with more than 900 personnel

US military deploys over 900 personnel to Venezuela for earthquake response
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House GOP deadlocks over Trump's demands, sending lawmakers home early

As the nation celebrates its 250th birthday this weekend, the legislative branch has momentarily called it quits

House GOP deadlocks over Trump's demands, sending lawmakers home early
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Trump made more than a billion dollars from cryptocurrency ventures in first year back in office

Trump made more than a billion dollars from cryptocurrency ventures in first year back in office

Trump made more than a billion dollars from cryptocurrency ventures in first year back in office
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NPR retracts article mistakenly reporting Justice Alito's retirement, citing misunderstanding

NPR has retracted an article that incorrectly reported Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was retiring

NPR retracts article mistakenly reporting Justice Alito's retirement, citing misunderstanding
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In rebuke to Trump, Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, emphasizing the promise of equality in the Declaration of Independence

Pointing to the citizenship clause of the 14th Amendment, the high court ruled that all babies born in the United States ‘are citizens by birth.’

In rebuke to Trump, Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, emphasizing the promise of equality in the Declaration of Independence
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US DOJ directs prosecutors to prioritize 'birth tourism' probes following court ruling

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US DOJ directs prosecutors to prioritize 'birth tourism' probes following court ruling
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Great-grandson of Wong Kim Ark praises Supreme Court ruling affirming birthright citizenship

The great-grandson of the Chinese American at the center of the U.S. Supreme Court case that first established the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship praises the latest ruling

Great-grandson of Wong Kim Ark praises Supreme Court ruling affirming birthright citizenship
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US judges block Trump's limits on student loan forgiveness program

Two federal judges on Tuesday blocked U.S.

US judges block Trump's limits on student loan forgiveness program
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Vance says he believes AOC will be leading Democratic candidate in 2028

Vance says he believes AOC will be leading Democratic candidate in 2028

Vance says he believes AOC will be leading Democratic candidate in 2028
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The Latest: Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s restrictions

The Supreme Court has upheld a broad conception of birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump’s executive order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens

The Latest: Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s restrictions
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Another New York resident says he was warned by officers after criticizing ICE

A second New York resident says federal officers have served him with a warning about online activity that criticized U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Another New York resident says he was warned by officers after criticizing ICE
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Speaker Johnson abandons floor agenda, sends members home early amid GOP rebellion

Speaker Johnson abandons floor agenda, sends members home early amid GOP rebellion

Speaker Johnson abandons floor agenda, sends members home early amid GOP rebellion
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Trump announces midterm convention for Republicans in Dallas in September

President Donald Trump has announced that Republicans will hold their first-ever national convention ahead of the midterm elections, an unusual event aimed at boosting turnout in races that will decide whether the party maintains control of Congress

Trump announces midterm convention for Republicans in Dallas in September
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UN chief says UN agency for Palestinian refugees nearing 'breaking point'

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday urged countries to cover a $100 million gap in funding for the U.N.

UN chief says UN agency for Palestinian refugees nearing 'breaking point'
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Russian glide bombs kill two in Ukraine, regional governor says

Russian glide bombs killed two people and injured at least 15 in the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia on Tuesday, Regional Governor Ivan Fedorov said.

Russian glide bombs kill two in Ukraine, regional governor says
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US House starts July 4 break early after Republican hardline push for Trump voter ID bill

Republican leaders sent the U.S.

US House starts July 4 break early after Republican hardline push for Trump voter ID bill
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Supreme Court rules against trans girls participating in single-sex sports, but leaves open larger questions of trans rights

The Supreme Court’s rulings on Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J. focused on transgender students participating on sports teams, but likely has broader implications.

Supreme Court rules against trans girls participating in single-sex sports, but leaves open larger questions of trans rights
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Venezuelans deported by the US hours before the deadly earthquake struck are missing

Venezuelans deported by the US hours before the deadly earthquake struck are missing

Venezuelans deported by the US hours before the deadly earthquake struck are missing
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Supreme Court takeaways: Wins for conservatives, some Trump limits

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Supreme Court takeaways: Wins for conservatives, some Trump limits
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Republican Tom Kean Jr. reveals depression diagnosis after his four-month absence from Congress

New Jersey Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has revealed the reason for his four-month absence from the U.S. House

Republican Tom Kean Jr. reveals depression diagnosis after his four-month absence from Congress
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Next NATO summit in Albania in doubt amid US reluctance and low defence spending

As NATO leaders prepare for a summit in Turkey next week, plans for an alliance summit in

Next NATO summit in Albania in doubt amid US reluctance and low defence spending
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Family files federal civil rights lawsuit, claims deputies ignored cries for help from their loved one

Family files federal civil rights lawsuit, claims deputies ignored cries for help from their loved one

Family files federal civil rights lawsuit, claims deputies ignored cries for help from their loved one
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Cuban official says talks with the US are at a standstill, announces UN debate on US oil embargo

Cuba's foreign minister says talks between Cuba and the U.S. are at a standstill despite the island recently approving a series of free-market reforms

Cuban official says talks with the US are at a standstill, announces UN debate on US oil embargo
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The Latest: Trump's envoys are in Qatar for Iran war mediation

It’s been 123 days since the U.S. and Israel launched the Iran war, and the world again awaits another round of some sort of talks as President Donald Trump and Iranian officials disagree over what and even how they’ll communicate

The Latest: Trump's envoys are in Qatar for Iran war mediation
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New Trump book, 'Regime Change,' has sold 300,000 copies, with more being printed, publisher says

The newest book on Donald Trump is a big hit

New Trump book, 'Regime Change,' has sold 300,000 copies, with more being printed, publisher says
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Supreme Court spurns Trump on birthright citizenship, allows transgender sports bans

The U.S.

Supreme Court spurns Trump on birthright citizenship, allows transgender sports bans
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Federal board offers $3B settlement to restructure Puerto Rico power company debt

A federal control board that oversees Puerto Rico’s finances says it has offered a $3 billion settlement to bondholders in a new push to finally restructure more than $10 billion in debt held by the U.S. territory’s power company

Federal board offers $3B settlement to restructure Puerto Rico power company debt
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US Supreme Court turns away cases testing firearm age restrictions

The U.S.

US Supreme Court turns away cases testing firearm age restrictions
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Cuba's top diplomat says talks with United States showing 'no progress'

Cuba's foreign minister said on Tuesday that talks initiated earlier this year with long-time foe the United States had stalled, leaving

Cuba's top diplomat says talks with United States showing 'no progress'
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US Representative Tom Kean attributes months-long absence to depression

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US Representative Tom Kean attributes months-long absence to depression