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US ramps up pressure on Cuba with potential Castro indictment following visit by CIA chief

US ramps up pressure on Cuba with potential Castro indictment following visit by CIA chief

US ramps up pressure on Cuba with potential Castro indictment following visit by CIA chief
Economy|Environment|Health|World

‘This is far worse’: When conflict 2,000 miles away compounds civil war at home

‘This is far worse’: When conflict 2,000 miles away compounds civil war at home

‘This is far worse’: When conflict 2,000 miles away compounds civil war at home
Education|Health|Political|Science|US|World

A judge is protecting youth gender care in Kansas while a settlement in Texas attacks it

A Kansas judge has protected access to gender-affirming care for transgender minors as the nation’s largest children’s hospital moved to restrict such care in Texa and buckled under pressure from the Trump administration

A judge is protecting youth gender care in Kansas while a settlement in Texas attacks it
Crime|Election|US|World

Colorado's Democratic governor commutes ex-election clerk Tina Peters' sentence after Trump pressure

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis is commuting the sentence of a former county clerk and election conspiracy theorist following pressure from President Donald Trump

Colorado's Democratic governor commutes ex-election clerk Tina Peters' sentence after Trump pressure
Business|Economy|Political|World

The Latest: After China visit, Trump says he’s undecided on sending weapons to Taiwan

U.S. President Donald Trump departed Beijing following a final day meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping

The Latest: After China visit, Trump says he’s undecided on sending weapons to Taiwan
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US Supreme Court tosses longshot appeal from Virginians to use new congressional map that would benefit Democrats

US Supreme Court tosses longshot appeal from Virginians to use new congressional map that would benefit Democrats

US Supreme Court tosses longshot appeal from Virginians to use new congressional map that would benefit Democrats
Business|Health|Sports|US|World

Rangers say second baseman Josh Smith will be hospitalized at least a week with viral meningitis

Texas Rangers second baseman Josh Smith is expected to be hospitalized for at least a week to be treated for viral meningitis

Rangers say second baseman Josh Smith will be hospitalized at least a week with viral meningitis
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Iraqi man accused of NYC synagogue plot after attacks in Europe and Canada in response to Iran war

An Iraqi national accused of plotting at least 18 terror attacks in Europe in retaliation for the U.S. and Israel's war in Iran has been arrested and charged with supporting Iran-backed terrorist organizations

Iraqi man accused of NYC synagogue plot after attacks in Europe and Canada in response to Iran war
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump administration prepares to seek Raúl Castro indictment as it pressures Cuba, AP sources say

The Justice Department is preparing to seek an indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro, three people familiar with the matter tell The Associated Press

Trump administration prepares to seek Raúl Castro indictment as it pressures Cuba, AP sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Stock markets worldwide drop from records as worries about oil prices rattle the bond market

The U.S. stock market fell from its records and joined a worldwide drop for stocks after higher oil prices sent a shiver through the bond market

Stock markets worldwide drop from records as worries about oil prices rattle the bond market
Business|Economy|US|World

AP finishes US restructuring with round of 20 layoffs, part of strategic pivot from print journalism

The Associated Press implemented a round of layoffs Friday of U.S.-based journalists

AP finishes US restructuring with round of 20 layoffs, part of strategic pivot from print journalism
Crime|Political|World

Iraqi militant leader ‘directed and urged’ attacks on Americans and Jews over Iran war, feds say

Iraqi militant leader ‘directed and urged’ attacks on Americans and Jews over Iran war, feds say

Iraqi militant leader ‘directed and urged’ attacks on Americans and Jews over Iran war, feds say
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
Health|Interview|Travel|World

Doctor to Erin Burnett on what life is like inside biocontainment unit: 'it's a little weird being in here by myself'

The cruise ship passenger who tested positive for hantavirus speaks exclusively with Erin Burnett about what life has been like inside the biocontainment unit.

Doctor to Erin Burnett on what life is like inside biocontainment unit: 'it's a little weird being in here by myself'
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
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|US|World

U.S. Marshals find Pennsylvania fugitive living in the woods in Florida

U.S. Marshals find Pennsylvania fugitive living in the woods in Florida

U.S. Marshals find Pennsylvania fugitive living in the woods in Florida
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Exclusive: Hackers have breached tank readers at US gas stations; officials suspect Iran is responsible

Exclusive: Hackers have breached tank readers at US gas stations; officials suspect Iran is responsible

Exclusive: Hackers have breached tank readers at US gas stations; officials suspect Iran is responsible
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
Political|US|World

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
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

The balikbayan box: The way Filipino Americans have sent love all the way back home

Beginning in the 1970s, just about every Filipino household in America was either hauling balikbayan boxes in person or mailing them to relatives back in the Philippines

The balikbayan box: The way Filipino Americans have sent love all the way back home
Health|World

Created as IDs, dog tags became a crucial link between military families and fallen troops

Military identification tags — popularly known as dog tags — became standard issue for U.S. troops at the request of an Army chaplain concerned about identifying fallen soldiers at the beginning of the 20th century

Created as IDs, dog tags became a crucial link between military families and fallen troops
Health|Science|World

A new Ebola outbreak is confirmed in a remote Congo province, with 65 deaths recorded

Africa’s top public health body confirms a new Ebola outbreak in Congo's Ituri province

A new Ebola outbreak is confirmed in a remote Congo province, with 65 deaths recorded
Environment|Health|Science|World

Scientists find climate change is reducing oxygen in rivers worldwide

Global warming is causing rivers to slowly lose oxygen, threatening fish and other lives

Scientists find climate change is reducing oxygen in rivers worldwide
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
Economy|Election|Europe|World

UK government faces weeks of uncertainty over the prime minister's future

Britain's government faces uncertainty as the Labour Party grapples with internal turmoil

UK government faces weeks of uncertainty over the prime minister's future
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Switzerland beats defending champion the US in ice hockey worlds opener

Switzerland has begun its quest for a first ice hockey world championship title by defeating the United States 3-1

Switzerland beats defending champion the US in ice hockey worlds opener
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

Trailblazing goalie Manon Rheaume hired to become first GM of PWHL's Detroit expansion team

Manon Rheaume is carrying over her trailblazing women’s hockey career into a front office role in being hired as the general manager of the PWHL’s expansion team in Detroit

Trailblazing goalie Manon Rheaume hired to become first GM of PWHL's Detroit expansion team
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|Economy|Finance|World

Powell's tenure as Fed chair marked by fight for independence while trying to tame inflation

When Jerome Powell was sworn in as chair of the Federal Reserve eight years ago, economists worried that inflation and interest rates were too low and that too few Americans had jobs

Powell's tenure as Fed chair marked by fight for independence while trying to tame inflation
Crime|Europe|Science|Travel|World

Search for bodies of Italian divers in Maldives cave suspended due to bad weather

Maldivian authorities have suspended a high-risk operation to recover the bodies of four Italian divers believed trapped inside a deep underwater cave, after one body was recovered the day before

Search for bodies of Italian divers in Maldives cave suspended due to bad weather
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
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
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to a Eurovision Song Contest that embraces linguistic diversity

English has long dominated pop music, but it no longer reigns supreme at the Eurovision Song Contest

Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to a Eurovision Song Contest that embraces linguistic diversity
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Travel|World

Saying ‘screw you’ through architecture: America’s spite houses

Saying ‘screw you’ through architecture: America’s spite houses

Saying ‘screw you’ through architecture: America’s spite houses
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Trump leaves Beijing with few wins but warm words for Xi

U.S.

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
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science|World

New species of giant dinosaur identified from remains found in Thailand

New species of giant dinosaur identified from remains found in Thailand

New species of giant dinosaur identified from remains found in Thailand
Americas|Business|Crime|Europe|Technology|World

UK media regulator says X promises to crack down on terrorist and hate content

Elon Musk's social media platform X is pledging to crack down on hate and terrorist content in Britain

UK media regulator says X promises to crack down on terrorist and hate content
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|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Don't expect Oleksandr Usyk to get into the ring with Jake Paul any time soon

Oleksandr Usyk wants to make some “noise” before he calls time on a career that has made him the most dominant heavyweight boxer of his generation

Don't expect Oleksandr Usyk to get into the ring with Jake Paul any time soon
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
Sports|World

Premier League winger Mitoma out of Japan squad for World Cup as 26-player squad named

Injured Premier League winger Kaoru Mitoma was left out of Japan’s World Cup squad when coach Hajime Moriyasu named his 26 players for the tournament starting next month in North America

Premier League winger Mitoma out of Japan squad for World Cup as 26-player squad named
Sports|World

Roque’s OT goal lifts Victoire to 3-1 win over Charge in Game 1 of Walter Cup Finals

Abby Roque scored her second goal of the game 2:29 into overtime as the Montreal Victoire defeated the Ottawa Charge 3-2 in Game 1 of the Walter Cup Finals in the Professional Women’s Hockey League on Thursday night

Roque’s OT goal lifts Victoire to 3-1 win over Charge in Game 1 of Walter Cup Finals
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Trump weighs Taiwan arms package after summit aimed at steadying US-China ties

President Donald Trump says he’s not yet made a decision on whether a major sale of U.S. arms to Taiwan can move forward following his three-day visit to China

Trump weighs Taiwan arms package after summit aimed at steadying US-China ties
Crime|US|World

FBI offers $200,000 reward to catch ex-Air Force specialist wanted on espionage charges in Iran

The FBI is offering a $200,000 reward for information leading to the capture of a former U.S. Air Force counterintelligence specialist who defected to Iran in 2013

FBI offers $200,000 reward to catch ex-Air Force specialist wanted on espionage charges in Iran
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports|World

Shakira and Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem, 'Dai Dai'

Colombian superstar Shakira and Afrobeats icon Burna Boy have released the official 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem

Shakira and Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem, 'Dai Dai'
Environment|Health|Science|Travel|World

From medieval plague ships to hantavirus: How outbreaks at sea helped to shape the international public health system

To stop the spread of infectious diseases, governments need information and other resources that countries around the globe share through international organizations.

From medieval plague ships to hantavirus: How outbreaks at sea helped to shape the international public health system
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|Sports|Technology|World

AT&T Stadium unveils new World Cup grass pitch

AT&T Stadium unveils new World Cup grass pitch

AT&T Stadium unveils new World Cup grass pitch
Travel|World

Airlines cancel flights in response to Middle East conflict

Middle Eastern carriers have ramped up capacity after severe disruption from the Iran war, while airlines outside the Gulf reroute flights between Europe and Asia away from major

Airlines cancel flights in response to Middle East conflict
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|Crime|Economy|World

Somali piracy on the rise as Iran war forces ships into high-risk detours

Somali piracy on the rise as Iran war forces ships into high-risk detours

Somali piracy on the rise as Iran war forces ships into high-risk detours
Entertainment|Travel|World

Why Xi invited Trump to this highly secretive former imperial garden

Why Xi invited Trump to this highly secretive former imperial garden

Why Xi invited Trump to this highly secretive former imperial garden
Arts|Entertainment|World

Eurovision finalists to take the stage amid boycott from Spain, Ireland and others over Israel’s presence

Eurovision finalists to take the stage amid boycott from Spain, Ireland and others over Israel’s presence

Eurovision finalists to take the stage amid boycott from Spain, Ireland and others over Israel’s presence
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
Americas|Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Cuban dancer finds meaning and work in the streets as the island's art scene fades

Renowned Cuban dancer and choreographer Juan Miguel Mas, has faced significant challenges due to Cuba's economic crisis

Cuban dancer finds meaning and work in the streets as the island's art scene fades
Australia|Health|Travel|World

6 passengers from hantavirus-hit ship arrive in Australia for 3-week quarantine

Six passengers from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak have arrived in Australia for a quarantine expected to last at least three weeks

6 passengers from hantavirus-hit ship arrive in Australia for 3-week quarantine
Economy|Education|Environment|World

A Texas town may offer a preview of a Trump plan to force noncitizens from public housing

A bungled message from a South Texas housing authority prompted mass flight

A Texas town may offer a preview of a Trump plan to force noncitizens from public housing
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

Marner, Dorofeyev propel Golden Knights past Ducks 5-1 in Game 6 clincher, into conference finals

Mitch Marner scored a tremendous goal 62 seconds after the opening faceoff, Pavel Dorofeyev scored two goals in the third period and the Vegas Golden Knights cruised into the Western Conference finals with a 5-1 victory over Anaheim Ducks in Game 6 of the second round

Marner, Dorofeyev propel Golden Knights past Ducks 5-1 in Game 6 clincher, into conference finals
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Journey of a lifetime: A US teen Buddhist lama is now a monk studying in the Himalayan foothills

A teenage Buddhist lama recently blessed thousands at a monastery in the Himalayan foothills

Journey of a lifetime: A US teen Buddhist lama is now a monk studying in the Himalayan foothills
Business|Economy|World

Japan's wholesale inflation spikes on energy shock, bolsters case for June rate hike

Japan's wholesale inflation accelerated in April at the fastest pace in three years as the Iran war boosted oil and chemical goods prices, data showed on

Japan's wholesale inflation spikes on energy shock, bolsters case for June rate hike
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

Finland's hotly tipped Eurovision performance features flames, a valuable violin and a safety plan

At the Eurovision Song Contest, performers get just three minutes to impress

Finland's hotly tipped Eurovision performance features flames, a valuable violin and a safety plan
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
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

Suzuki, Evans cap 2nd-period surge, Canadiens beat Sabres 6-3 to take 3-2 lead in 2nd-round series

Captain Nick Suzuki and Jake Evans scored 68 seconds apart late in the second period, and the Montreal Canadiens defeated the Buffalo Sabres 6-3 to take a 3-2 lead in their second-round playoff series

Suzuki, Evans cap 2nd-period surge, Canadiens beat Sabres 6-3 to take 3-2 lead in 2nd-round series
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
World

Yemen government and Houthis agree to free 1,600 detainees in the largest swap of the 11-year war

Yemen's government and Houthi rebels have agreed to free more than 1,600 detainees in the largest swap of Yemen's 11-year civil war

Yemen government and Houthis agree to free 1,600 detainees in the largest swap of the 11-year war
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Canada aims to double its electric grid by 2050 with clean energy and lower costs for users

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney unveils a clean electricity strategy aimed at doubling Canada’s electricity grid by 2050

Canada aims to double its electric grid by 2050 with clean energy and lower costs for users
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Antipoverty advocate Global Citizen hopes the World Cup halftime show drives money for education

Global Citizen is gearing up for its biggest event yet: the first-ever FIFA World Cup halftime show

Antipoverty advocate Global Citizen hopes the World Cup halftime show drives money for education
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Summits, in Beijing and stocks

Another day, another record high for the Nasdaq, S&P 500 and many stock markets around the world on Thursday, as the Xi-Trump summit in China and

Trading Day: Summits, in Beijing and stocks
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

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

U.S.

Trump says he is losing patience with Iran after talks with China's Xi
Business|Economy|Technology|World

FEMSA's NetPay brings digital payments to Mexico gas stations as Sheinbaum pushes shift from cash

Mexican retail and bottling group FEMSA, which runs OXXO convenience stores and gas stations, said on Thursday its payments unit NetPay was launching a digital payments

FEMSA's NetPay brings digital payments to Mexico gas stations as Sheinbaum pushes shift from cash
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
Business|Economy|Finance|World

New Zealand manufacturing expansion nearly stalls in April, survey shows

New Zealand's manufacturing index marginally expanded in April, but the sector's growth slowed to a six-month low as the conflict in the Middle East drove up costs and

New Zealand manufacturing expansion nearly stalls in April, survey shows
Business|Crime|Economy|Health|World

Deaths of six migrants in Texas railcar investigated as human smuggling

The six people found dead inside a sweltering railroad boxcar in Laredo, Texas, over the weekend were stowaway migrants from Mexico and Honduras who fell victim to

Deaths of six migrants in Texas railcar investigated as human smuggling
Business|Crime|Economy|US|World

US Justice Dept close to dropping charges against India's Gautam Adani, sources say

The U.S.

US Justice Dept close to dropping charges against India's Gautam Adani, sources say
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

By Michael S.

Fed's Barr says wrong to lower liquidity rules to shrink Fed holdings
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed's Williams sees no need to change rate policy right now

By Michael S.

Fed's Williams sees no need to change rate policy right now
Arts|Entertainment|Sports|World

FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS

The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy band BTS

FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS
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
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
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|Environment|Travel|US|World

US agents arrest tourist after video shows a rock hurled at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal's head

A tourist from Washington state is facing federal charges after a witness recorded what prosecutors say was a video of him hurling a coconut-sized rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal

US agents arrest tourist after video shows a rock hurled at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal's head
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
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Pato O'Ward reaches the top of the Indianapolis 500 speed chart on the 3rd day of practice

IndyCar driver Pato O’Ward finally saw his name at the top of the Indianapolis 500 leaderboard Thursday

Pato O'Ward reaches the top of the Indianapolis 500 speed chart on the 3rd day of practice
Health|US|World

Supreme Court allows telehealth and mail access to mifepristone for now

Supreme Court allows telehealth and mail access to mifepristone for now

Supreme Court allows telehealth and mail access to mifepristone for now
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
Education|Europe|Travel|World

Princess of Wales' Italy visit highlights progressive preschool approach that shuns standardization

The Princess of Wales’ visit to Italy highlights the Reggio Approach, an educational model that values a child’s curiosity and potential

Princess of Wales' Italy visit highlights progressive preschool approach that shuns standardization
Health|Science|Technology|US|World

US Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery continue

The U.S.

US Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery continue
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|Crime|Technology|World

Jury awards $49.5M to the family of a woman killed in 2019 Boeing Max crash

A federal jury in Chicago has awarded $49.5 million to the family of a 24-year-old nonprofit global health worker killed in the 2019 crash of a Boeing 737 Max jet in Ethiopia

Jury awards $49.5M to the family of a woman killed in 2019 Boeing Max crash
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Czech police detain suspect in theft of medieval saint's skull from church

Czech police detained a 35-year-old man suspected of stealing a revered 800-year-old saint's skull from a church in the northern Czech Republic this week, they said on

Czech police detain suspect in theft of medieval saint's skull from church
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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

The U.S.

US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers
Crime|Europe|World

Russia pounds Ukraine in heaviest wartime drone attack over two days

Russia carried out its largest aerial attack over a two-day period since the start of its war in Ukraine, pounding the capital Kyiv and

Russia pounds Ukraine in heaviest wartime drone attack over two days
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Argentina inflation dips in April

Argentina's monthly inflation rate was 2.6% in April, down from the 3.4% registered in March but slightly above analysts' forecast of 2.5% despite increases in all

Argentina inflation dips in April
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
World

Congress moves to raise retirement age for Capitol Police as threats against lawmakers mount

Lawmakers are working to raise the retirement age for U.S. Capitol Police officers

Congress moves to raise retirement age for Capitol Police as threats against lawmakers mount
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Three students charged after assaults on teachers, SRO at Siegel High School

Three students charged after assaults on teachers, SRO at Siegel High School

Three students charged after assaults on teachers, SRO at Siegel High School
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Saudi Arabia signs soccer World Cup deal and says sports investment is a priority

Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund became an “official tournament supporter” of the World Cup on Thursday and reaffirmed its commitment to invest in sports despite notable retreats from other ventures in recent months

Saudi Arabia signs soccer World Cup deal and says sports investment is a priority
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

Rory McIlroy has a bad finish for a rough start at the PGA Championship

Rory McIlroy had a blister on his right pinky toe during practice rounds for the PGA Championship

Rory McIlroy has a bad finish for a rough start at the PGA Championship
Crime|Education|Environment|World

Detective works full time to revisit decades-old cold cases

Detective works full time to revisit decades-old cold cases

Detective works full time to revisit decades-old cold cases
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|Health|US|World

Man accused of wounding 2 drivers in Cambridge shooting pleads not guilty

A man accused of wounding two drivers when he fired at least 70 rounds from an assault-style weapon on a busy street near Boston pleaded not guilty to assault and other charges

Man accused of wounding 2 drivers in Cambridge shooting pleads not guilty
Crime|Health|US|World

New Hampshire gets its first Safe Haven baby box at Manchester Fire Department

New Hampshire gets its first Safe Haven baby box at Manchester Fire Department

New Hampshire gets its first Safe Haven baby box at Manchester Fire Department
Education|World

World class: How one school brings the globe into the classroom

World class: How one school brings the globe into the classroom

World class: How one school brings the globe into the classroom
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Cisco leads Wall Street to more records and the Dow back to 50,000

The U.S. stock market rose to more records after Cisco Systems joined the parade of companies reporting fatter profits for the start of 2026 than analysts expected

Cisco leads Wall Street to more records and the Dow back to 50,000
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
Business|Economy|Education|World

New Mexico politicians grapple with oil windfall from Iran war that's both 'awesome' and awkward

A global oil bottleneck in the Strait of Hormuz has created a financial windfall on the other side of the world in New Mexico that is both enviable and politically sensitive in a Democratic-dominated state

New Mexico politicians grapple with oil windfall from Iran war that's both 'awesome' and awkward
Election|Europe|Finance|World

UK health secretary resigns, setting up a potential Labour leadership challenge to Keir Starmer

Efforts to unseat British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have erupted into open rebellion within his party

UK health secretary resigns, setting up a potential Labour leadership challenge to Keir Starmer
Health|Science|US|World

Doctor from hantavirus-stricken ship tests negative, moves out of biocontainment unit

Doctor from hantavirus-stricken ship tests negative, moves out of biocontainment unit

Doctor from hantavirus-stricken ship tests negative, moves out of biocontainment unit
Political|US|World

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

U.S.

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

Cuba's electrical grid suffers partial collapse as protests flare

Cuba's electrical grid suffered a partial collapse early on Thursday morning, the country's grid operator UNE said, snuffing out power across eastern Cuba

Cuba's electrical grid suffers partial collapse as protests flare
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Fed's Miran says he will vacate board seat on or just before Warsh is sworn in as chair

U.S.

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
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Boeing shares drop 4% after Trump announces China orders just 200 jets

China has agreed to buy 200 Boeing jets, U.S.

Boeing shares drop 4% after Trump announces China orders just 200 jets
Business|World

UN human-rights experts urge Starbucks and US to address union-busting claims

A group of United Nations human-rights experts has asked Starbucks and the U.S. government to respond to allegations that Starbucks has carried out a years-long

UN human-rights experts urge Starbucks and US to address union-busting claims
Crime|Environment|Health|Travel|World

Small medical plane crashes in New Mexico mountains, killing all 4 people aboard

A small medical plane crashed in a mountain range outside Ruidoso, New Mexico, killing all four people aboard and sparking a wildfire in the surrounding forest

Small medical plane crashes in New Mexico mountains, killing all 4 people aboard
Crime|Political|US|World

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

U.S.

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

Venezuela debt restructuring to bring country 'out of shadows,' central bank chief says

Restructuring Venezuela's sovereign debt and that of state oil firm PDVSA will bring the country "out of the shadows" of the global financial system, interim

Venezuela debt restructuring to bring country 'out of shadows,' central bank chief says
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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
Health|Science|US|World

U.S. reports no hantavirus cases from cruise outbreak, monitors 41

There are no confirmed cases in the United States of the Andes hantavirus outbreak that killed three people aboard a luxury cruise

U.S. reports no hantavirus cases from cruise outbreak, monitors 41
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
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

FCC approves Verizon's $1 billion spectrum purchase

The Federal Communications Commission said on Thursday it has approved Verizon's 2024 $1 billion deal to acquire some spectrum assets from U.S.

FCC approves Verizon's $1 billion spectrum purchase
Arts|Travel|World

Egypt exhibits Tutankhamun tomb artifact and two restored New Kingdom tombs in Luxor

Egyptian authorities on Thursday exhibited a plaster blocking wall of King Tutankhamun's tomb in Luxor and unveiled two restored ancient tombs on the

Egypt exhibits Tutankhamun tomb artifact and two restored New Kingdom tombs in Luxor
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
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Garrick Higgo penalized 2 strokes for missing opening tee time at PGA Championship

Garrick Higgo found out in the PGA Championship if you’re not early, you’re late

Garrick Higgo penalized 2 strokes for missing opening tee time at PGA Championship
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
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Ex-Brooklyn judge accused of swindling real estate investors out of millions of dollars

A former New York City judge who resigned last year while under investigation for professional misconduct has been charged with abusing his position to swindle real estate investors out of at least $5 million and then using some of the loot to pay his own bills

Ex-Brooklyn judge accused of swindling real estate investors out of millions of dollars
Asia|Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology|World

What proteins in prehistoric teeth reveal about Stone Age sex between early human species

What proteins in prehistoric teeth reveal about Stone Age sex between early human species

What proteins in prehistoric teeth reveal about Stone Age sex between early human species
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
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|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Man charged after allegedly hurling rock at endangered monk seal

Man charged after allegedly hurling rock at endangered monk seal

Man charged after allegedly hurling rock at endangered monk seal
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

U.S.

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
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

US, China are discussing AI guardrails to safeguard most powerful models, Bessent says

U.S. and Chinese delegations are discussing artificial intelligence guardrails at their Beijing summit and will set up a protocol for best practices to

US, China are discussing AI guardrails to safeguard most powerful models, Bessent says
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'
World

Gaza aid flotilla sets sail again after Israeli interceptions

Ships from the Global Sumud Flotilla set sail for a third time on Thursday from southern Turkey, after earlier attempts

Gaza aid flotilla sets sail again after Israeli interceptions
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Equities advance with tech boost, dollar rises after data 

Strong demand for technology stocks lifted equity indexes around the world on Thursday, while the dollar rose after economic data and

Equities advance with tech boost, dollar rises after data 
Crime|Europe|World

Bosnian Serb general Mladic's early release denied by UN court

A U.N. war crimes court said on Thursday it had denied a bid for early release by Ratko Mladic, the 84-year-old Bosnian Serb general convicted of genocide and crimes

Bosnian Serb general Mladic's early release denied by UN court
Business|Crime|Technology|World

US jury awards family of Boeing 737 MAX crash victim $49.5 million

A jury in Chicago awarded $49.5 million to the family of a woman who was killed in the March 2019 crash of an Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 MAX.

US jury awards family of Boeing 737 MAX crash victim $49.5 million
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Venezuela says refiner Citgo's value has increased, calls for halting sale

Lawyers representing Venezuela told a U.S. court this week that the value of Venezuela-owned U.S. refiner Citgo Petroleum has increased since the sale

Venezuela says refiner Citgo's value has increased, calls for halting sale
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Blackstone data center vehicle makes muted debut after $1.75 billion IPO

Shares of Blackstone's newly minted investment vehicle opened flat in their market debut on Thursday, after the company raised $1.75 billion in its U.S.

Blackstone data center vehicle makes muted debut after $1.75 billion IPO
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|Travel|World

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|Environment|World

Cuba’s energy crisis to worsen as donated Russian oil runs out, minister warns

Cuba’s energy crisis to worsen as donated Russian oil runs out, minister warns

Cuba’s energy crisis to worsen as donated Russian oil runs out, minister warns
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

BoE's Pill calls for 'prompt but modest' rate hike to quell inflation pressure

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said on Thursday a "prompt but modest" increase in interest rates would help to head off the risk of inflation pressure caused by

BoE's Pill calls for 'prompt but modest' rate hike to quell inflation pressure
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|World

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
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
Crime|US|World

Oklahoma executes a man convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend and her 7-month-old daughter

Oklahoma has executed a man who was convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend and her 7-month-old daughter nearly 20 years ago

Oklahoma executes a man convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend and her 7-month-old daughter
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|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK to tighten money market fund rules by end of year

Britain will impose tougher rules later this year on money market funds, which have been a focus of regulators since market turmoil in

UK to tighten money market fund rules by end of year
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

'G2' choreography

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets U.S.

'G2' choreography
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares end at one-week highs on tech boost

European shares closed higher on Thursday, after hitting the highest in a week with a boost from technology stocks, while investors remained cautious

European shares end at one-week highs on tech boost
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
Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Canadian home sales rise in April, prices edge lower

Canadian home sales posted a modest increase in April from March after a slow start to the month, and prices edged lower, data from the Canadian Real Estate

Canadian home sales rise in April, prices edge lower
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US weekly jobless claims increase moderately, labor market remains stable

The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits increased moderately last week, pointing to a stable labor market even as rising energy prices from the

US weekly jobless claims increase moderately, labor market remains stable
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Almost 20 million people in Sudan still face acute hunger, monitors say

Some 19.5 million Sudanese people, or more than 40% of the population, are facing acute hunger, according to a report by a global hunger monitor, as the

Almost 20 million people in Sudan still face acute hunger, monitors say
Business|Economy|World

US Treasury's Bessent expects large Boeing order during China visit

U.S.

US Treasury's Bessent expects large Boeing order during China visit
Education|Environment|Science|World

Scientists dig up Southeast Asia's largest dinosaur in Thailand

Along a meandering river in a warm and arid region that is now Thailand roughly 113 million years ago, a plant-eating behemoth almost 90 feet (27 meters) long browsed

Scientists dig up Southeast Asia's largest dinosaur in Thailand
Business|Economy|US|World

Small cities in big Texas metro areas lead as the fastest growing municipalities in the US

Small cities in big Texas metro areas are the fastest-growing in the U.S. The Census Bureau reported Thursday that Celina, Princeton, Melissa and Anna were at the top of the list from mid-2024 to mid-2025

Small cities in big Texas metro areas lead as the fastest growing municipalities in the US
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

U.S.

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

Latvian Prime Minister resigns over handling of Ukrainian drone incidents

Latvia's centre-right Prime Minister Evika Silina said on Thursday she had resigned, triggering the collapse of her coalition government just

Latvian Prime Minister resigns over handling of Ukrainian drone incidents
Arts|Celebrity|Europe|Food|Travel|World

UK's Princess Kate learns pasta-making on visit to Italy

Britain's Princess of Wales learned how to make pasta on Thursday during a visit to a hillside community in northern Italy's so-called food valley, an area globally known for

UK's Princess Kate learns pasta-making on visit to Italy
Europe|Health|World

Denmark's Queen Margrethe admitted to hospital

Denmark's Queen Margrethe, 86, was admitted to hospital due to angina on Thursday, the royal court said. 

Denmark's Queen Margrethe admitted to hospital
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Inflation is most 'pressing risk' to US economy, Fed's Schmid says

Inflation is the biggest risk to a U.S. economy that has shown "remarkable resilience" in the face of numerous challenges, and the job market is stable, Kansas City Federal Reserve

Inflation is most 'pressing risk' to US economy, Fed's Schmid says
Arts|Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Outcry in Italy over plans to expand Rome's famed Borghese Gallery

Italian heritage groups have said they will battle proposals to build a new structure near Rome's Borghese Gallery, saying the project would damage one of

Outcry in Italy over plans to expand Rome's famed Borghese Gallery
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Parts of Somalia face famine risk for first time since 2022

Areas of southern Somalia are at risk of famine, two global food security monitors said on Thursday, with one district reaching a level of hunger not seen in

Parts of Somalia face famine risk for first time since 2022
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
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US import prices surge in April as fuels post biggest gain in four years

U.S. import prices surged in April, with the cost of fuels posting the largest increase in four years, another indication that the U.S.-backed war with Iran was boosting

US import prices surge in April as fuels post biggest gain in four years
Crime|Europe|World

King Charles visits Jewish area of London hit by antisemitic attacks

King Charles was greeted by cheering crowds on Thursday when he visited an area of London which has suffered a spate of antisemitic attacks in recent weeks, in a show of

King Charles visits Jewish area of London hit by antisemitic attacks
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US business inventories post biggest gain in nearly four years in March

U.S. business inventories increased by the most in nearly four years in March, boosted by stocks at wholesalers, government data showed on Thursday.

US business inventories post biggest gain in nearly four years in March
Business|Crime|Technology|Travel|World

Denver runway fatality reveals a weakness in airport security

An intruder was killed on a Denver runway after exploiting a security gap at one of the nation’s busiest airports

Denver runway fatality reveals a weakness in airport security
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

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
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar strengthens after data with Trump-Xi summit under way

The dollar climbed for a fourth straight day on Thursday, as economic data continued to shift market expectations away from a potential rate cut from

Dollar strengthens after data with Trump-Xi summit under way
Business|Education|Europe|Health|Technology|World

Italy parents' group faces Meta, TikTok in Milan court over minors' social media use

An Italian parents' group and a number of families faced off against Meta and TikTok on Thursday in the first hearing of a lawsuit that seeks to restrict

Italy parents' group faces Meta, TikTok in Milan court over minors' social media use
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Horde of amorous peacocks ruffles feathers in Italian seaside town

Horde of amorous peacocks ruffles feathers in Italian seaside town

Horde of amorous peacocks ruffles feathers in Italian seaside town
Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF staff heading to Ukraine to review $8.1 billion loan program in coming weeks

International Monetary Fund staff will visit Ukraine in coming weeks to review the country's progress in implementing economic reforms and broadening

IMF staff heading to Ukraine to review $8.1 billion loan program in coming weeks
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

Cross-country scheme to steal cryptocurrency involved fake food orders and violent break-ins, prosecutors say

Cross-country scheme to steal cryptocurrency involved fake food orders and violent break-ins, prosecutors say

Cross-country scheme to steal cryptocurrency involved fake food orders and violent break-ins, prosecutors say
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World

Kouri Richins’ boys wanted her to get life in prison. Their wish was granted

Kouri Richins’ boys wanted her to get life in prison. Their wish was granted

Kouri Richins’ boys wanted her to get life in prison. Their wish was granted
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
Health|US|World

Judge blocks Trump administration’s demand for Rhode Island hospital's records of transgender kids

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's demands for confidential transgender patient information from Rhode Island's largest hospital

Judge blocks Trump administration’s demand for Rhode Island hospital's records of transgender kids
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US|Videos|World

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
Arts|Sports|World

The curious case of the missing Wanamaker Trophy

The curious case of the missing Wanamaker Trophy

The curious case of the missing Wanamaker Trophy
Arts|Business|Education|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|World

The world's reaction to hantavirus is tinged by echoes of something else: COVID

The coronavirus pandemic's impact lingers, influencing our lives in both obvious and subtle ways

The world's reaction to hantavirus is tinged by echoes of something else: COVID
MidEast|Political|World

Gaza risks becoming permanently divided, top official warns

Gaza risks becoming permanently divided, top official warns

Gaza risks becoming permanently divided, top official warns
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Honda just lost money for the first time in 70 years

Honda just lost money for the first time in 70 years

Honda just lost money for the first time in 70 years
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Pope decries the rise of AI-directed warfare, saying it leads to a spiral of annihilation

Pope Leo XIV has denounced investments in AI and high-tech weaponry, warning they lead to a “spiral of annihilation.”

Pope decries the rise of AI-directed warfare, saying it leads to a spiral of annihilation
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El Niño is coming faster than expected and chances are rising that it will be historically strong

El Niño is coming faster than expected and chances are rising that it will be historically strong

El Niño is coming faster than expected and chances are rising that it will be historically strong
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Americans are shelling out for higher gas prices while cutting back on some goods

Americans are shelling out for higher gas prices while cutting back on some goods

Americans are shelling out for higher gas prices while cutting back on some goods
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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
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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
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Neo-Nazi leader gets 15 years for recruiting violent attacks, including a Santa poison plot

The leader of an Eastern European neo-Nazi group has been sentenced in New York to 15 years in prison for trying to recruit others to commit violent acts against Jews and racial minorities

Neo-Nazi leader gets 15 years for recruiting violent attacks, including a Santa poison plot
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France allows asymptomatic passengers off new cruise ship struck by stomach bug outbreak

Passengers unaffected by an illness outbreak on a British cruise ship have been allowed to disembark in the French port city of Bordeaux

France allows asymptomatic passengers off new cruise ship struck by stomach bug outbreak
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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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Underwater memorial to wrecked slave ship draws pilgrims seeking to connect with their roots

A group of Black divers recently visited the site where the British slave ship Henrietta Marie sank 326 years ago

Underwater memorial to wrecked slave ship draws pilgrims seeking to connect with their roots
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White House scrambles for gas-price relief as Iran war drags on

Trump administration officials are scrambling to contain the economic and political fallout of the war with Iran, three people

White House scrambles for gas-price relief as Iran war drags on
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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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China April new loans unexpectedly shrink as weak demand weighs

China’s new yuan loans contracted in April for the first time in nine months, sharply undershooting forecasts as seasonal factors and weak household

China April new loans unexpectedly shrink as weak demand weighs
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Judge orders US government to return Colombian woman deported to DR Congo

Judge orders US government to return Colombian woman deported to DR Congo

Judge orders US government to return Colombian woman deported to DR Congo
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Dust storms and lightning kill at least 96 people in northern India

Dust storms, heavy rain, and lightning have damaged homes and killed at least 96 people in northern India

Dust storms and lightning kill at least 96 people in northern India
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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
Crime|US|World

A Maryland attorney took in his daughter’s family. His son-in-law then fatally shot him, prosecutors say

A Maryland attorney took in his daughter’s family. His son-in-law then fatally shot him, prosecutors say

A Maryland attorney took in his daughter’s family. His son-in-law then fatally shot him, prosecutors say
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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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Zelenskiy's ex-top aide arrested as Ukraine graft probe widens

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's former right-hand man was taken into custody on Thursday on money-laundering charges, part of a

Zelenskiy's ex-top aide arrested as Ukraine graft probe widens
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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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Investors gird for high US Treasury yields as new Fed Chair Warsh battles inflation

Investors are bracing for U.S.

Investors gird for high US Treasury yields as new Fed Chair Warsh battles inflation
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Foxconn reports forecast-beating 19% jump in Q1 profit on AI demand

Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker, reported on Thursday a 19% rise in first-quarter profit versus

Foxconn reports forecast-beating 19% jump in Q1 profit on AI demand
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Thai economic growth likely slowed in first quarter on tourism slump

Thailand's economic growth likely slowed in the first quarter of 2026 and was barely positive on a quarterly basis, according to a Reuters poll of

Thai economic growth likely slowed in first quarter on tourism slump
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India says safe, unimpeded maritime flows vital for global economic well-being

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said on Thursday that "safe, unimpeded maritime flows" through international waters, including the Strait of Hormuz and

India says safe, unimpeded maritime flows vital for global economic well-being
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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
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India's wholesale inflation quickens to 3-1/2-year high of 8.3% as energy costs soar

India's wholesale price inflation rose unexpectedly to 8.3% in April, the fastest pace in three-and-a-half years, government

India's wholesale inflation quickens to 3-1/2-year high of 8.3% as energy costs soar
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China renews, then halts licenses for hundreds of US beef exporters amid Trump-Xi summit

Chinese customs appeared to have halted export clearances for hundreds of U.S. beef plants on Thursday, hours after Reuters

China renews, then halts licenses for hundreds of US beef exporters amid Trump-Xi summit
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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
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AI rally powers on, Trump-Xi summit takes centre stage

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The record-setting AI-led rally appears to be chugging along just fine as investors shrug off the prospect of interest rates

AI rally powers on, Trump-Xi summit takes centre stage
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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