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Chinese and US risks mean EU chip sector faces a 'bleak future,' report says

Chinese export controls, technological dependence on the U.S. and the structural weakness of Europe's chip industry mean it faces a "bleak future" unless

Chinese and US risks mean EU chip sector faces a 'bleak future,' report says
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|World

Japan government panel member calls for moderate BOJ rate hikes

The Bank of Japan should continue to raise interest rates at a moderate pace to rectify excessive yen declines, Toshihiro Nagahama, a government panel member

Japan government panel member calls for moderate BOJ rate hikes
Asia|Business|Crime|Technology|World

Super Micro says two Taiwan staff detained in probe involving its AI servers

Super Micro said on Wednesday that two workers at its Taiwan unit had been detained pending a court hearing and two others released on bail after being

Super Micro says two Taiwan staff detained in probe involving its AI servers
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US House committee says South Korea discriminated against Coupang

South Korean authorities have consistently discriminated against U.S.-based Coupang, a campaign that escalated with numerous investigations

US House committee says South Korea discriminated against Coupang
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
Europe|World

Rebel Catholic group's forbidden ordinations caused 'schism', Vatican cardinal says

Four new bishops from a breakaway Catholic group dedicated to the old Latin mass were ordained in southwestern Switzerland on Wednesday, in defiance of an appeal

Rebel Catholic group's forbidden ordinations caused 'schism', Vatican cardinal says
Europe|Sports|US|World

U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive

Folarin Balogun scored his third goal of the World Cup before being sent off with a red card in the second half, and Malik Tillman converted on a free kick to give the 10-man United States squad a 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina to advance to the round of 16

U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive
Europe|World

Russia says it strikes Ukraine in retaliation for recent attacks

Russia conducted a massive attack on Ukraine's capital of Kyiv and other locations using long-range, high-precision air-, land-, sea-launched weapons and drones, the Russian Defence

Russia says it strikes Ukraine in retaliation for recent attacks
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Shares pull back as markets await likely payrolls beat

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu Global shares are pulling back after a bumper quarter.

Shares pull back as markets await likely payrolls beat
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

SoftBank's LY, Bain raise Kakaku bid again with $4.1 billion valuation

SoftBank's LY Corp and Bain Capital have again raised their bid for Kakaku.com, valuing the Japanese price-comparison website operator at 670 billion yen ($4.12 billion) and

SoftBank's LY, Bain raise Kakaku bid again with $4.1 billion valuation
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
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Net-zero champion Europe snared by climate change on its doorstep

The June heatwave that broke a series of temperature records in Europe has focused minds on the urgency of adapting to global

Net-zero champion Europe snared by climate change on its doorstep
Economy|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

US life expectancy on track to reach record high as death rate falls to record low in 2025

US life expectancy on track to reach record high as death rate falls to record low in 2025

US life expectancy on track to reach record high as death rate falls to record low in 2025
Education|Environment|Science|World

Venezuela’s deadly earthquakes happened on a fault similar to the San Andreas, and the risks aren’t over yet – a geophysicist explains

Both faults are along plate boundaries that move in similar ways and have ruptured in enormously destructive earthquakes in the past.

Venezuela’s deadly earthquakes happened on a fault similar to the San Andreas, and the risks aren’t over yet – a geophysicist explains
Crime|Entertainment|World

FBI says Nancy Guthrie probe remains kidnap-for-ransom case, despite notes deemed not credible

The FBI said on Wednesday it is still treating the disappearance of "Today" show co-

FBI says Nancy Guthrie probe remains kidnap-for-ransom case, despite notes deemed not credible
Business|Economy|World

Japan shifts to ambush intervention tactics against yen short sellers, sources say

Japanese officials are abandoning their habit of telegraphing intervention risks, instead signalling a more targeted

Japan shifts to ambush intervention tactics against yen short sellers, sources say
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
Crime|Sports|Technology|World

Drone seizures and arrests for flying too close to World Cup events: Here’s where to operate legally

Drone seizures and arrests for flying too close to World Cup events: Here’s where to operate legally

Drone seizures and arrests for flying too close to World Cup events: Here’s where to operate legally
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

US in talks with AI companies for voluntary model standards, FT reports

The U.S. government is in advanced talks with AI companies to create voluntary standards for the release of new models, with an announcement possible as soon as next week, the

US in talks with AI companies for voluntary model standards, FT reports
Australia|Business|Economy|World

Australia trade swings to $2.1 billion deficit in May, largest since 2015

Australia's balance on goods trade in May unexpectedly swung to the largest deficit in over a decade, data showed on Thursday, as exports of gold and iron ore fell sharply.

Australia trade swings to $2.1 billion deficit in May, largest since 2015
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Young survivors of Venezuela quakes run shelters as search drags on

The command center hums with activity as radios crackle to life, medical staff stop in to say hello and supplies are

Young survivors of Venezuela quakes run shelters as search drags on
Business|Economy|Finance|World

China restricts some Fortescue iron ore cargoes as talks drag, sources say

China's state iron ore buyer has asked some domestic steel mills not to take delivery of certain portside iron ore products from Fortescue, industry sources said, the latest

China restricts some Fortescue iron ore cargoes as talks drag, sources say
World

99-year-old WWII vet receives Purple Heart 81 years after being wounded in combat

99-year-old WWII vet receives Purple Heart 81 years after being wounded in combat

99-year-old WWII vet receives Purple Heart 81 years after being wounded in combat
Africa|Americas|Europe|Sports|US|World

Belgium comes back from two goals down to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time at World Cup

Belgium stages a dramatic comeback to beat Senegal 3-2 in the World Cup

Belgium comes back from two goals down to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time at World Cup
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

China's Inner Mongolia bets on solar and wind but coal stays close

China's Inner Mongolia is expanding both renewable energy and coal use

China's Inner Mongolia bets on solar and wind but coal stays close
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

The Japanese yen is at a 40-year low. Here’s why that matters

The Japanese yen is at a 40-year low. Here’s why that matters

The Japanese yen is at a 40-year low. Here’s why that matters
Business|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Soccer-World Cup fans sue StubHub over cancelled tickets

World Cup fans have sued StubHub Inc, accusing the resale platform of failing to deliver expensive tickets they bought on the secondary

Soccer-World Cup fans sue StubHub over cancelled tickets
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South Korea's inflation rate quickens to 2-1/2-year high

South Korea's consumer inflation accelerated to a two-and-a-half-year high in June, cementing expectations for an interest rate hike by the central bank as early as its

South Korea's inflation rate quickens to 2-1/2-year high
Sports|World

Soccer-Pulisic to start for United States in round-of-32 match against Bosnia

Christian Pulisic has returned to a much-changed United States starting 11 for the round-of-32 clash against Bosnia on Wednesday.

Soccer-Pulisic to start for United States in round-of-32 match against Bosnia
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
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Sightings of humpback whales surge in Rio de Janeiro, fueling demand for whale-watching trips

Humpback whales are increasingly spotted off Rio de Janeiro as their population recovers from past commercial whaling

Sightings of humpback whales surge in Rio de Janeiro, fueling demand for whale-watching trips
Europe|Sports|World

World Cup serves up huge drama as England survive DR Congo and Belgium comes back from two goals down to beat Senegal

World Cup serves up huge drama as England survive DR Congo and Belgium comes back from two goals down to beat Senegal

World Cup serves up huge drama as England survive DR Congo and Belgium comes back from two goals down to beat Senegal
Environment|US|World

Fast-moving wildfires scorch thousands of acres across the West, and there’s more danger ahead

Fast-moving wildfires scorch thousands of acres across the West, and there’s more danger ahead

Fast-moving wildfires scorch thousands of acres across the West, and there’s more danger ahead
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology|World

Soccer-'It's crazy': Broadcasters toil, and revel, in supersized World Cup

A 104-match, 39-day World Cup held across three countries might be a heavy slog for the players, but spare a thought for the broadcasters. 

Soccer-'It's crazy': Broadcasters toil, and revel, in supersized World Cup
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Stocks dip as sluggish July shuffles in

U.S. and world stocks embarked on a new month and quarter with little conviction, as tech shares in general and chip stocks in particular weighed on Wall

Trading Day: Stocks dip as sluggish July shuffles in
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Sports|World

Former NBA star Malik Beasley pleads not guilty to gambling charges

Malik Beasley’s lawyer said the indicted former NBA star “wants to move on with his life” after pleading not guilty to charges that he altered his play in certain games to enrich sports bettors and ease his own debts

Former NBA star Malik Beasley pleads not guilty to gambling charges
Americas|Crime|Education|Health|World

16 children rescued from Ohio home were 'almost feral,' authorities say

Authorities say 16 children from the same family who were rescued from a run-down home in rural Ohio were living in horrific conditions and were confined to just one room over much of the past four years

16 children rescued from Ohio home were 'almost feral,' authorities say
Environment|Health|Science|World

Extraordinary heat in US Northeast arrives to clash with Fourth of July revelry

Multiday warnings of extreme heat have landed in New York, Boston and Philadelphia

Extraordinary heat in US Northeast arrives to clash with Fourth of July revelry
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World

US and Iran hold separate meetings in Qatar and agree to continue discussions

U.S. and Iranian negotiators have met separately with Qatari and Pakistani mediators and host Qatar is reporting positive progress in talks

US and Iran hold separate meetings in Qatar and agree to continue discussions
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Venezuelan medics fear earthquake aftermath will trigger widening medical crisis

With far more dead than living people taken from the rubble a week after Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes, doctors say the biggest dangers now facing survivors were untreated wounds and infectious diseases

Venezuelan medics fear earthquake aftermath will trigger widening medical crisis
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
Americas|Crime|US|World

New autopsy of a baby killed by police in Mississippi deepens outrage

A Mississippi family whose 1-year-old child was killed when officers fired into a moving car are challenging police claims about the shooting

New autopsy of a baby killed by police in Mississippi deepens outrage
Business|Economy|World

US declines to extend North American trade deal, starting clock to end it while seeking changes

The Trump administration on Wednesday declined to extend the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, starting a decade-long clock to wind down the trade deal as it

US declines to extend North American trade deal, starting clock to end it while seeking changes
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|US|World

Soccer-Inglewood, once known for danger, uses World Cup to rebrand as a fun place

Sandra Lith came to the front of Ms.

Soccer-Inglewood, once known for danger, uses World Cup to rebrand as a fun place
World

Between silence and shouts, rescuers dig for Venezuela twin quake survivors

(Corrects June 30 story to reflect attribution of data for damaged buildings in paragraph 23 and second bullet point to researchers, not NASA) By Julia Symmes Cobb and Leonardo Fernandez Viloria LA

Between silence and shouts, rescuers dig for Venezuela twin quake survivors
Arts|Crime|Interview|Lifestyle|World

Exclusive: After opting not to retry Harvey Weinstein, Manhattan DA urges legislators to step up for sex assault survivors

Exclusive: After opting not to retry Harvey Weinstein, Manhattan DA urges legislators to step up for sex assault survivors

Exclusive: After opting not to retry Harvey Weinstein, Manhattan DA urges legislators to step up for sex assault survivors
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks flat as traders digest Fed comments, oil falls

A gauge of stock markets around the world edged lower to start the quarter on Wednesday as the U.S. central bank head said

Stocks flat as traders digest Fed comments, oil falls
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Robinhood expands perpetual futures offering in Europe, plans crypto launch in UK

Robinhood said on Wednesday it plans to launch crypto trading in the UK and broadened its perpetual futures offering in Europe beyond cryptocurrencies.

Robinhood expands perpetual futures offering in Europe, plans crypto launch in UK
Business|Economy|World

Wall Street ends choppy session lower as tech shares drop

U.S. stocks finished slightly lower on Wednesday as technology shares fell, but gains in Meta Platforms limited the decline in the S&P 500

Wall Street ends choppy session lower as tech shares drop
Arts|Entertainment|US|World

Russian daredevils unfurl banner atop New York's Empire State Building in proposal stunt

A Russian daredevil couple climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's towering spire in New York City on Wednesday to unfurl a

Russian daredevils unfurl banner atop New York's Empire State Building in proposal stunt
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|Crime|Economy|Health|World

Alibaba to pay $600 million to resolve US drug sales probe

Chinese ‌technology and e-commerce giant Alibaba and its U.S.-based payment processor have agreed to pay $600 million to resolve

Alibaba to pay $600 million to resolve US drug sales probe
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|Finance|Health|Technology|World

Alibaba to pay $600M to settle allegations it allowed illegal drug and equipment sales

Alibaba has agreed to pay $600 million to settle a dispute with the U.S. government

Alibaba to pay $600M to settle allegations it allowed illegal drug and equipment sales
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

From Chocolate Avenue to the World Cup, how Hershey, Pennsylvania, shaped Christian Pulisic

Standout U.S. national soccer team player Christian Pulisic hails from Hershey, Pennsylvania

From Chocolate Avenue to the World Cup, how Hershey, Pennsylvania, shaped Christian Pulisic
Crime|Sports|World

Brother of former Falcons star, current Ravens player Calais Campbell charged in mother's Atlanta murder

Brother of former Falcons star, current Ravens player Calais Campbell charged in mother's Atlanta murder

Brother of former Falcons star, current Ravens player Calais Campbell charged in mother's Atlanta murder
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
Environment|Health|Science|World

CDC urges people to prevent mosquito bites as West Nile virus season hits a strong, early start

West Nile virus season is off to its earliest and worst start since 2004

CDC urges people to prevent mosquito bites as West Nile virus season hits a strong, early start
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|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Most US stocks rise, but drops for tech pull Wall Street lower

Most U.S. stocks rose, but drops for some influential technology companies pulled the market lower

Most US stocks rise, but drops for tech pull Wall Street lower
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
Entertainment|Sports|World

Harry Kane sends England into the round of 16 of the World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo

Harry Kane scored two second-half goals to help England rally for a 2-1 victory over Congo and a spot in the round of 16 at the World Cup

Harry Kane sends England into the round of 16 of the World Cup after 2-1 win against Congo
Environment|Science|Technology|World

‘The greatest cosmic movie ever made’: Historic telescope kicks off an unprecedented survey

‘The greatest cosmic movie ever made’: Historic telescope kicks off an unprecedented survey

‘The greatest cosmic movie ever made’: Historic telescope kicks off an unprecedented survey
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
Crime|Sports|World

NFL player Calais Campbell's brother is charged with murder after mother found dead

A brother of NFL player Calais Campbell has been charged with murdering their mother in Atlanta

NFL player Calais Campbell's brother is charged with murder after mother found dead
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

AI hopes and fears dominate global central bank meet

Seeping into just about every conversation at this week's meeting of the world's top central bankers was one big unknown:

AI hopes and fears dominate global central bank meet
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

US car sales on cruise control despite pressures

Automakers on Wednesday reported steady second-quarter U.S. vehicle sales, despite what normally would be a bleak backdrop for the car

US car sales on cruise control despite pressures
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Warsh says any balance sheet policy change won't be a surprise

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday that while he has not changed his mind that a large central bank balance sheet should be shrunk, any notable change in policy

Fed's Warsh says any balance sheet policy change won't be a surprise
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
Arts|Entertainment|Environment|Travel|World

Trump honors Theodore Roosevelt in North Dakota, debuts new Air Force One

President Donald Trump dedicated a museum honoring Theodore Roosevelt on Wednesday, invoking the Republican president's legacy and linking

Trump honors Theodore Roosevelt in North Dakota, debuts new Air Force One
Business|Crime|Technology|US|World

Suspected member of “Scattered Spider” hacking group extradited to US from Finland, DOJ says

A 19-year-old man accused of being a member of the criminal hacking group "Scattered Spider" was extradited to the U.S. from Finland to face federal conspiracy charges in Illinois,

Suspected member of “Scattered Spider” hacking group extradited to US from Finland, DOJ says
Environment|Health|Science|US|World

From Kansas to New York, historic heatwave bakes US ahead of July 4 holiday

By Brad Brooks, P.J.

From Kansas to New York, historic heatwave bakes US ahead of July 4 holiday
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
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Punishing heat wave hits eastern US, with a preview of what’s to come

Punishing heat wave hits eastern US, with a preview of what’s to come

Punishing heat wave hits eastern US, with a preview of what’s to come
Crime|Health|Sports|World

4 people die in Mexico City during celebrations after World Cup win

Mexican health authorities report that four people died during celebrations in downtown Mexico City

4 people die in Mexico City during celebrations after World Cup win
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|World

Justice Department threatens lawsuits over state gun laws after Second Amendment win at Supreme Court

Justice Department threatens lawsuits over state gun laws after Second Amendment win at Supreme Court

Justice Department threatens lawsuits over state gun laws after Second Amendment win at Supreme Court
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Man legally named ‘Santa Claus’ arrested in child predator sting

Man legally named ‘Santa Claus’ arrested in child predator sting

Man legally named ‘Santa Claus’ arrested in child predator sting
Europe|World

Defying Pope Leo XIV, traditionalists go ahead with bishop consecrations in Switzerland

A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics has directly defied Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops without his consent

Defying Pope Leo XIV, traditionalists go ahead with bishop consecrations in Switzerland
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

Nats' Cade Cavalli apologizes for telling Willson Contreras to 'sit down, boy'

Washington Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli apologized Wednesday for shouting “sit down, boy!”

Nats' Cade Cavalli apologizes for telling Willson Contreras to 'sit down, boy'
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Largest US power grid details price spikes, warns on record demand

PJM, the largest U.S. electric grid operator, on Wednesday detailed price spikes and warnings of massive transmission line congestion as it braced for

Largest US power grid details price spikes, warns on record demand
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|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Meta names Alex Schultz first chief data officer

Meta said on Wednesday its chief marketing officer Alex Schultz will become the company's first chief data officer, to better manage AI analytics globally.

Meta names Alex Schultz first chief data officer
Travel|World

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues

Some airlines are restoring flights to parts of the Middle East as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict that followed U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran gather pace, but many

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues
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
Business|Technology|World

Russia warns Apple of $52 million fine over alleged bias against local apps

Russia's anti-monopoly watchdog has issued a warning to iPhone maker Apple, urging the company to address what it described as discriminatory practices against Russian

Russia warns Apple of $52 million fine over alleged bias against local apps
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Wealthy businessman goes on trial over murder of Maltese journalist

A wealthy Maltese businessman accused of ordering the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia went on trial on Wednesday, nine years after the death of

Wealthy businessman goes on trial over murder of Maltese journalist
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Fed's Warsh plans to harness better economic data within a year

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh set an ambitious timeline on Wednesday for the U.S. central bank to "

Fed's Warsh plans to harness better economic data within a year
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Fed's Warsh vows to 'disappoint' anyone who thinks he will tolerate inflation above 2%

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday he will stick firmly to the U.S. central bank's 2% inflation target

Fed's Warsh vows to 'disappoint' anyone who thinks he will tolerate inflation above 2%
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Monaco authorities detain then release a person in their probe of this week's explosion

Monaco authorities say a person was arrested but later released as they “very actively” pursue their probe of an explosion that reportedly wounded a Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia and two other people

Monaco authorities detain then release a person in their probe of this week's explosion
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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
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Spotless uniforms, stalled cranes: Inside Venezuela’s faltering quake rescue effort

Many Venezuelan earthquake survivors across northern La Guaira state, in Caracas and surrounding regions are asking the same question

Spotless uniforms, stalled cranes: Inside Venezuela’s faltering quake rescue effort
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
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Why are World Cup refs giving red cards to players covering their mouths when confronting opponents?

World Cup players have been warned about a new rule that results in a red card for anyone covering their mouth when verbally confronting another player

Why are World Cup refs giving red cards to players covering their mouths when confronting opponents?
Americas|Crime|Economy|World

Families plead for information on deported Venezuelans in hotel collapse

Relatives of Venezuelans deported from the United States say their loved ones were taken to a hotel that later collapsed during the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. As rescue efforts continue, families say they are desperate for answers.

Families plead for information on deported Venezuelans in hotel collapse
Crime|US|World

Court rules that family can not sue officer who fired fatal shots in Harding Street raid

Court rules that family can not sue officer who fired fatal shots in Harding Street raid

Court rules that family can not sue officer who fired fatal shots in Harding Street raid
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Online gaming community raises more than $2,000 to help flood victim rebuild

Online gaming community raises more than $2,000 to help flood victim rebuild

Online gaming community raises more than $2,000 to help flood victim rebuild
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?
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India central bank chief sees case for lower inflation target in long run

India is unlikely to raise its official inflation target and there may be a case for lowering it over the long term, Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra said at

India central bank chief sees case for lower inflation target in long run
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Tesla European registrations climb in June

Tesla registrations rose across several European markets in June, data showed on Wednesday, extending a recovery in the U.S. electric vehicle

Tesla European registrations climb in June
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
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CMA CGM to buy FedEx third-party logistics arm for $1.4 billion

CMA CGM has agreed to buy FedEx's third-party logistics business for an enterprise value of $1.4 billion as the French shipping group seeks to expand its presence in the

CMA CGM to buy FedEx third-party logistics arm for $1.4 billion
Business|Economy|World

US construction spending inches up in May, but homebuilding weak

U.S. construction spending edged up in May as higher mortgage rates because of the Middle East conflict constrained homebuilding.

US construction spending inches up in May, but homebuilding weak
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Activist investors make bigger push for campaigns in H1, seek more M&A

Activist investors pushed global companies more aggressively in the second quarter to make changes and lifted the overall pace of campaigns in the

Activist investors make bigger push for campaigns in H1, seek more M&A
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US manufacturing activity eases in June; prices paid by factories remain elevated

U.S. manufacturing activity slowed in June after surging in the prior month, likely as some of the lift from businesses front-loading orders to avoid shortages and

US manufacturing activity eases in June; prices paid by factories remain elevated
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Dollar gains before US jobs report, Fed's Warsh sees improving inflation

The dollar gained ahead of a closely watched U.S. jobs report due on Thursday, but pared its earlier increase after Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh

Dollar gains before US jobs report, Fed's Warsh sees improving inflation
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US factory activity eases off four-year high; input prices remain elevated

U.S. manufacturing activity slowed in June after scaling a 4-year high in the prior month, likely as some of the lift from businesses front-loading

US factory activity eases off four-year high; input prices remain elevated
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Rate cuts are not back on the table for Britain, Bank of England's Bailey says

The Bank of England is not in a position to consider cutting interest rates, Governor Andrew Bailey said on Wednesday, despite oil prices falling back near pre‑

Rate cuts are not back on the table for Britain, Bank of England's Bailey says
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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
Crime|Europe|World

Germany charges Ukrainian over Nord Stream pipeline blasts

Germany's top prosecutor has indicted a Ukrainian national over the 2022 explosions that crippled the Nord Stream gas pipelines under the Baltic Sea, moving

Germany charges Ukrainian over Nord Stream pipeline blasts
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
Sports|World

US set for a round of 32 World Cup game with Bosnia-Herzegovina as knockout play begins

The U.S. team spent Monday like millions of other interested followers of the World Cup

US set for a round of 32 World Cup game with Bosnia-Herzegovina as knockout play begins
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
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Team USA aims to win first World Cup knockout match since 2002

Team USA aims to win first World Cup knockout match since 2002

Team USA aims to win first World Cup knockout match since 2002
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Canadian boy, 11, died from rabies after waking up with bat on his mouth

Canadian boy, 11, died from rabies after waking up with bat on his mouth

Canadian boy, 11, died from rabies after waking up with bat on his mouth
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Serena Williams wins praise from fellow pros at Wimbledon after 1st singles match in nearly 4 years

There were still serves beyond 120 mph

Serena Williams wins praise from fellow pros at Wimbledon after 1st singles match in nearly 4 years
Environment|Europe|Health|World

French government seen facing no-confidence vote over heatwave handling

French Green party lawmakers have announced plans to file a no-confidence motion against the government over its handling of a severe heatwave in late June, as the country

French government seen facing no-confidence vote over heatwave handling
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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
Africa|Crime|Education|World

Kenyan court charges eight schoolgirls with their fellow students' murder

A Kenyan court charged eight schoolgirls on Wednesday with murder for the deaths of 16 of their fellow students in a dormitory fire at a school in Kenya's Rift Valley in

Kenyan court charges eight schoolgirls with their fellow students' murder
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

Tennis-Serena fighting to be fit for Wimbledon doubles with Venus after knee issue

Serena Williams will do everything to be ready for her Wimbledon doubles campaign alongside older sister Venus after sustaining a knee injury during

Tennis-Serena fighting to be fit for Wimbledon doubles with Venus after knee issue
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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
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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
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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
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

At least 5 people killed in fire in Antwerp apartment tower, Belgian police say

At least 5 people were killed in a fire in a 10-storey apartment tower in the Belgian city of Antwerp on

At least 5 people killed in fire in Antwerp apartment tower, Belgian police say
Crime|World

Over 900 arrested during South African anti-migrant protests

South African police arrested more than 900 people during nationwide anti-migrant protests on Tuesday that were mostly peaceful but at times turned violent, with shops

Over 900 arrested during South African anti-migrant protests
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Brazil's bad loans on non-earmarked credit at record high, despite debt relief drive

Delinquency rates on Brazilian loans not tied to a specific purpose rose to 6.2% in May from 6.1% in April, reaching the highest level since the central

Brazil's bad loans on non-earmarked credit at record high, despite debt relief drive
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St slips at open as US-Iran tensions cloud start to second half

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Wednesday as fresh U.S.-Iran tensions cast doubt over peace in the Middle East, marking a cautious start to the second half of 2026.

Wall St slips at open as US-Iran tensions cloud start to second half
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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
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Eurovision, eh? Canada will compete at the glitzy song contest in 2027

Canada is set to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time next year

Eurovision, eh? Canada will compete at the glitzy song contest in 2027
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Kevin Warsh’s reform-focused approach is already winning support on the global stage

Kevin Warsh’s reform-focused approach is already winning support on the global stage

Kevin Warsh’s reform-focused approach is already winning support on the global stage
Crime|Europe|World

Fire in Belgian apartment block leaves at least 6 people dead, many injured

At least six people have died in a fire at an apartment block on the outskirts of Antwerp, Belgium

Fire in Belgian apartment block leaves at least 6 people dead, many injured
Education|Lifestyle|Sports|World

World Cup buzz has the potential to mint more soccer fans among kids — some just toddlers now

Across the country, experts are watching to see whether the World Cup will give a boost to youth soccer and mint fans for decades to come

World Cup buzz has the potential to mint more soccer fans among kids — some just toddlers now
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’
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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
Environment|Science|World

A marine heat wave caused seabird deaths off California. El Nino could worsen the die-off

Many seabirds are starving to death as a marine heat wave lingers off California and fish seek deeper, cooler waters

A marine heat wave caused seabird deaths off California. El Nino could worsen the die-off
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Unchecked AI progress may pose catastrophic risks, UN panel warns

Developments in artificial intelligence are outpacing scientific understanding and government policy, meaning there are no guarantees the technology

Unchecked AI progress may pose catastrophic risks, UN panel warns
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Factory activity was strong in June despite war-driven cost pressures, PMIs show

Euro zone manufacturing output closed out its best quarter since early 2022 last month as U.S. factory

Factory activity was strong in June despite war-driven cost pressures, PMIs show
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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
Sports|World

Mexico batters Ecuador and everything else you need to know about Tuesday’s World Cup action

Mexico batters Ecuador and everything else you need to know about Tuesday’s World Cup action

Mexico batters Ecuador and everything else you need to know about Tuesday’s World Cup action
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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
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Belarusian leader Lukashenko pardons 32 prisoners, his administration says

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned 32 prisoners, of whom 28 were serving sentences for "extremism", a charge often used against opponents of his government, a

Belarusian leader Lukashenko pardons 32 prisoners, his administration says
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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
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Kicking off H2

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets The new month, quarter and second half kicked off in a cautious mood,

Kicking off H2
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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
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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
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BYD's sales rise for second month, buoyed by exports

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD posted a second consecutive month of global sales growth in June, as a surge in exports helped offset weak demand in its home market.

BYD's sales rise for second month, buoyed by exports
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
World

After Venezuela quakes, citizens lead rescues amid military theft accusations

Most of the time, Alexander Delgado teaches physical education at a school in the central

After Venezuela quakes, citizens lead rescues amid military theft accusations
Economy|Environment|Health|World

“We’re not prepared”: As Venezuela shakes, years of mismanagement come into focus

As families wait in agony for news of loved ones trapped beneath the rubble, Venezuela’s devastating earthquake is exposing the human cost of a country unprepared for disaster. CNN's Isa Soares reports from Caracas.

“We’re not prepared”: As Venezuela shakes, years of mismanagement come into focus
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mexico's peso to trade in range on economic recovery hopes: Reuters poll

Mexico's peso will likely hold steady near the middle of its well-established trading range at least into the first half of 2027, a Reuters poll found

Mexico's peso to trade in range on economic recovery hopes: Reuters poll
Economy|Europe|World

EU issues new steel and e-commerce regulations to reduce trade imbalance with China

The European Union has introduced two measures to protect its steel industry and limit small e-commerce parcels

EU issues new steel and e-commerce regulations to reduce trade imbalance with China
Americas|Health|Sports|World

Four dead as huge crowds celebrate Mexico's World Cup win

Four people died, three of asphyxiation, during late night street celebrations in Mexico City after hundreds of thousands of fans

Four dead as huge crowds celebrate Mexico's World Cup win
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Dollar bulls gain ground even as most FX strategists still expect weakness: Reuters poll

The U.S. dollar’s recent rebound will fade in coming months as cooling oil prices temper inflation fears and Federal Reserve rate hike bets, a majority

Dollar bulls gain ground even as most FX strategists still expect weakness: Reuters poll
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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
Election|World

Four takeaways from Tuesday's primaries

Anti-establishment progressives racked up another good night in Democratic primary contests on Tuesday, toppling seasoned office-holders in Colorado as

Four takeaways from Tuesday's primaries
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
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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
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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?
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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
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Who is the Ukrainian tycoon at the center of mysterious Monaco bombing?

Who is the Ukrainian tycoon at the center of mysterious Monaco bombing?

Who is the Ukrainian tycoon at the center of mysterious Monaco bombing?
Economy|Europe|World

UK's Starmer leaves successor-in-waiting Burnham with defence funding gap

Andy Burnham will have to find an additional £4.7 billion ($6.2 billion) to close a defence funding gap, either through deeper spending cuts or higher taxes,

UK's Starmer leaves successor-in-waiting Burnham with defence funding gap
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trump filing shows he took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year

President Donald Trump took in nearly $1.2 billion from his crypto businesses last year, a federal filing released Tuesday shows

Trump filing shows he took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Defense startups raid auto and fracking sectors for parts to speed weapons output

Defense tech startups are repurposing automotive chips and pipes used in fracking -- while copying production methods from drugmakers -- in an effort to

Defense startups raid auto and fracking sectors for parts to speed weapons output
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
Economy|Environment|World

Iran insists on keeping control over Hormuz, senior Iranian sources say

Iran is determined to win international recognition of its control over the Strait of Hormuz and ability to levy

Iran insists on keeping control over Hormuz, senior Iranian sources say
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China's BYD nears decision on second European plant, adviser says

China's BYD, the world's largest electric vehicle maker, is close to a decision on taking over an existing European auto plant to

China's BYD nears decision on second European plant, adviser says
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
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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
Sports|World

World Cup what to know: US looks to win first knockout match in 24 years against Bosnia-Herzegovina

The United States men’s national team is tired of hearing about its traditional shortcomings in World Cup knockout matches

World Cup what to know: US looks to win first knockout match in 24 years against Bosnia-Herzegovina
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|World

Opening of North Korea-Russia road bridge likely delayed, US think tank says

North Korea and Russia appear unlikely to open a road bridge connecting their countries in the near term, despite an earlier mid-June target, after satellite

Opening of North Korea-Russia road bridge likely delayed, US think tank says
Business|Economy|World

French manufacturing grew in June by more than first forecast, final PMI shows

France's manufacturing activity grew slightly faster in June than initially forecast, despite ongoing supply-chain pressures caused by transport disruptions due to the Iran

French manufacturing grew in June by more than first forecast, final PMI shows
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German manufacturing edges up in June as new orders return to growth, PMI shows

German factory activity expanded modestly in June as output growth ticked up and new orders rebounded, while the outlook for price trends depends on developments in the

German manufacturing edges up in June as new orders return to growth, PMI shows
Environment|Health|World

Spain attributes over 1,000 excess deaths to heat in second-hottestJune ever

Spain recorded 1,029 excess deaths last month attributable to heat, official data showed on Wednesday, as a five-day heatwave with temperatures surpassing 40 degrees Celsius

Spain attributes over 1,000 excess deaths to heat in second-hottestJune ever
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK manufacturing activity cools despite stockpiling boost to output, PMI shows

British manufacturing activity cooled in June despite a boost to output from stockpiling ahead of price hikes and supply chain problems stemming from the Middle East

UK manufacturing activity cools despite stockpiling boost to output, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares pause after rally as concerns over Fed rates, Iran peace deal linger

European shares slipped on Wednesday, after a strong finish to the second quarter, as investors assessed indications that U.S. interest rates

European shares pause after rally as concerns over Fed rates, Iran peace deal linger
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone factory output ends first quarter on strong note, cost pressures ease - PMI

Euro zone manufacturing output ended its best quarter since early 2022 last month with easing cost pressures as the U.S. and Iran negotiated a ceasefire giving relief to

Euro zone factory output ends first quarter on strong note, cost pressures ease - PMI
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Euro zone inflation falls more than expected, adding to ECB case for patience

Euro zone inflation eased last month far more than expected, further curbing pressure on the European Central Bank to raise interest rates again this month to offset quick price

Euro zone inflation falls more than expected, adding to ECB case for patience
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UN report sees enormous potential benefits and big risks from AI

The rapid development of AI offers huge potential benefits to countries and people around the world, but also poses big risks, 40 leading scientists and experts

UN report sees enormous potential benefits and big risks from AI
Crime|Europe|World

Russia attacks retail fuel stations in Ukraine, killing one, official says

Russia attacked five retail fuel stations in Ukraine's southeastern Dnipropetrovsk region overnight, killing a woman, regional governor Oleksandr Hanzha said on the Telegram

Russia attacks retail fuel stations in Ukraine, killing one, official says
Environment|Europe|World

Powerful storm hits Romania, one person killed

A powerful storm tore through the Romanian capital Bucharest and 20 counties on Wednesday, killing one person and damaging dozens of homes and vehicles, emergency

Powerful storm hits Romania, one person killed
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Paramount offers remedies for Warner deal, making EU approval likely

Paramount Skydance Corp has offered remedies to address EU competition concerns about its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, a regulatory

Paramount offers remedies for Warner deal, making EU approval likely
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Bizarre encounter in Philadelphia leads to a home full of guns, chemicals and drugs, police say – and a missing woman’s name

Bizarre encounter in Philadelphia leads to a home full of guns, chemicals and drugs, police say – and a missing woman’s name

Bizarre encounter in Philadelphia leads to a home full of guns, chemicals and drugs, police say – and a missing woman’s name
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
Asia|Crime|Education|World

Mourners attend funerals for 14 Pakistani children killed in tutoring center roof collapse

Mourners are attending funerals of 14 schoolchildren who were killed when the roof of a tutoring center collapsed

Mourners attend funerals for 14 Pakistani children killed in tutoring center roof collapse
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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
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

A million vintage loans slow Greece's economic recovery

When Greece's debt crisis struck in 2009, George, owner of a jewellery shop outside Athens, found himself saddled with a new €100,000 loan just as his

A million vintage loans slow Greece's economic recovery
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Two dead after wildfire guts house in northern Greece

Two people died after a wildfire gutted a house in a forested settlement in northern Greece, the fire brigade said.

Two dead after wildfire guts house in northern Greece
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Beijing plane crash clouds China's low-altitude flights, uncovers safety gaps

An unexplained crash by a tiny plane into Beijing's tallest building and silence from regulators have cast a chilling effect on the low-altitude flights sector and uncovered

Beijing plane crash clouds China's low-altitude flights, uncovers safety gaps
Australia|Business|Crime|Technology|World

Kim Dotcom loses latest appeal against extradition to US from New Zealand

Kim Dotcom lost his latest appeal on Wednesday to avoid extradition to the United States, where he is facing criminal charges relating to the defunct file-

Kim Dotcom loses latest appeal against extradition to US from New Zealand
Africa|Business|World

South African president demotes former DA leader among cabinet changes

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced cabinet changes late on Tuesday, demoting the former leader of his party's main coalition partner from agriculture

South African president demotes former DA leader among cabinet changes
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Spain manufacturing contracts in June for first time in three months, PMI shows

Spanish factory activity shrank in June for the first time in three months as orders fell more sharply and manufacturers ramped up prices to cope with the recent surge in

Spain manufacturing contracts in June for first time in three months, PMI shows
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
World

Downed by lightning eight decades ago, a US airman is finally coming home

Downed by lightning eight decades ago, a US airman is finally coming home

Downed by lightning eight decades ago, a US airman is finally coming home
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Hospitals in Europe are gearing up for the next heat wave armed with lessons from this one

Hospitals in the Paris region are urgently upgrading their defenses against heat waves

Hospitals in Europe are gearing up for the next heat wave armed with lessons from this one
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
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

EU slaps €3 fee on cheap ecommerce parcels in blow to Shein, Temu, AliExpress

Europe on Wednesday took a first step towards curbing what it calls unfair competition from online retailers such as Shein, Temu

EU slaps €3 fee on cheap ecommerce parcels in blow to Shein, Temu, AliExpress
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

That's a lot of meat to digest

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

That's a lot of meat to digest
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Asian airlines' Europe windfall fades as Gulf rivals rebound

Asian airlines that gained passengers and charged higher fares on European routes after the start of the Iran conflict are seeing

Asian airlines' Europe windfall fades as Gulf rivals rebound
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
Business|Economy|Finance|World

CMA CGM nears $1.4 billion deal for FedEx logistics unit, FT reports

French container shipping group CMA CGM is nearing a deal to buy FedEx's third-party logistics business for $1.4 billion in cash, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing

CMA CGM nears $1.4 billion deal for FedEx logistics unit, FT reports
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|Economy|Technology|World

Mega-deals fuel record M&A as boards dream big on takeovers

A surge in $10-billion-plus "mega-deals" drove global M&A to record levels in the first half of 2026, LSEG data

Mega-deals fuel record M&A as boards dream big on takeovers
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
Business|Economy|World

India's June factory growth slips to second-weakest since mid-2022 as demand softens, PMI shows

India's manufacturing sector expanded at its second-slowest pace in four years in June as cooling demand for goods dragged on output and hiring but easing cost pressures

India's June factory growth slips to second-weakest since mid-2022 as demand softens, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

In a warning sign, analysis shows publicly traded credit funds are unprofitable

The majority of publicly traded business development companies (BDCs) — the

In a warning sign, analysis shows publicly traded credit funds are unprofitable
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
Environment|Science|World

Global oceans break June temperature record with fears they’re headed into ‘uncharted territory’

Global oceans break June temperature record with fears they’re headed into ‘uncharted territory’

Global oceans break June temperature record with fears they’re headed into ‘uncharted territory’
Asia|Crime|Education|World

Roof of tutoring center collapses in eastern Pakistan, killing at least 14 children, police say

A roof collapse at a tutoring center under construction in Lahore, Pakistan, has killed at least 14 schoolchildren

Roof of tutoring center collapses in eastern Pakistan, killing at least 14 children, police say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Survey shows Japan's business sentiment improving for a 5th straight quarter

The Bank of Japan has reported its quarterly survey of business sentiment among major Japanese manufacturers rose to 22 in June from 17 in the previous quarter

Survey shows Japan's business sentiment improving for a 5th straight quarter
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
Sports|World

Ecuador's Hincapié becomes the second player sent off for covering his mouth at the World Cup

Ecuador’s Piero Hincapié has become the second player to be issued a red card at the World Cup under FIFA’s new rule that calls for a player to be sent off for covering their mouth during a confrontational exchange with an opponent

Ecuador's Hincapié becomes the second player sent off for covering his mouth at the World Cup
Africa|Crime|Political|World

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
Asia|Business|Economy|World

South Korea cargo ship Namu to exit Strait of Hormuz after attack in Gulf

South Korea's Oceans Ministry said on Wednesday the cargo vessel Namu, operated by HMM, would exit the Strait of Hormuz in mid-July at the earliest once the damage sustained

South Korea cargo ship Namu to exit Strait of Hormuz after attack in Gulf
Business|Economy|Political|World

US seen not extending USMCA, starting decade-long countdown to end trade pact

U.S.

US seen not extending USMCA, starting decade-long countdown to end trade pact
Business|Economy|Technology|World

South Korean trade watchdog alleges Google abused its position in Android app store

South Korea's antitrust regulator alleged on Wednesday that Alphabet's Google abused its dominant position in the Android app marketplace to hinder competition and will

South Korean trade watchdog alleges Google abused its position in Android app store
Business|Economy|World

China resale home prices fall faster in June, shows private survey

China's resale home prices fell at a faster pace in June, a private survey showed on Wednesday, as the country's prolonged property downturn continued to weigh on market

China resale home prices fall faster in June, shows private survey
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

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
Arts|Europe|World

Italy displays paintings from an ancient Etruscan tomb, its latest cultural acquisition

Italy is putting on display one of the best known examples of Etruscan painting

Italy displays paintings from an ancient Etruscan tomb, its latest cultural acquisition
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South32 CEO open to M&A following Alcoa asset sale

South32 CEO Matthew Daley said on Wednesday he was open to mergers and acquisitions but any deal must add value to the company, after the diversified miner agreed to sell

South32 CEO open to M&A following Alcoa asset sale
Business|Economy|World

China's factory activity completes strongest quarter since late 2020, private PMI shows

China's manufacturing sector expanded for a seventh straight month in June, completing its strongest quarter since late 2020 as output and new orders continued to rise, a

China's factory activity completes strongest quarter since late 2020, private PMI shows
Business|Economy|Technology|World

South Korea exports post strongest growth since 1978 on AI chip boom

South Korea's exports expanded at the strongest pace in nearly half a century last month, smashing forecasts, on a surge in chip sales propelled by the global

South Korea exports post strongest growth since 1978 on AI chip boom
Interview|Political|US|World

US VP Vance says the Vatican's views on immigration are 'troubling'

U.S.

US VP Vance says the Vatican's views on immigration are 'troubling'
Economy|Election|Political|US|World

Trump, Republicans to stage convention in Dallas ahead of midterms

U.S.

Trump, Republicans to stage convention in Dallas ahead of midterms
Business|Technology|World

Boeing says IT outage affected computer systems, applications

Boeing said on Tuesday that an unplanned IT outage affected some of its computer systems and applications.

Boeing says IT outage affected computer systems, applications
Economy|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan business mood hits 8-year high, builds case for BOJ rate hikes

Japanese business mood climbed to an eight-year high and corporate inflation expectations rose to record levels, a quarterly survey showed, underlining the

Japan business mood hits 8-year high, builds case for BOJ rate hikes
Africa|Crime|Education|World

At least 37 still in captivity after Northeast Nigeria school attack, official says

At least 36 students and one staff member abducted by gunmen from a secondary school in Lassa in northeast Nigeria remain in captivity, while eight others have been rescued, a

At least 37 still in captivity after Northeast Nigeria school attack, official says
Education|US|World

US threatens to cut funds for Kansas school district over transgender policies

The U.S. government said on Tuesday it will bring enforcement action against the Kansas City Public School District in Kansas over its transgender

US threatens to cut funds for Kansas school district over transgender policies
Europe|Political|World

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
Business|Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

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
Europe|Sports|World

Mbappé scores twice to tie Messi for World Cup lead with 6 goals, France beats Sweden 3-0

Kylian Mbappé put France ahead with a brilliant crossover step in the 45th minute and added a second-half goal to break a World Cup knockout round scoring record, and Les Bleus beat Sweden 3-0 to set up a round of 16 match against Paraguay

Mbappé scores twice to tie Messi for World Cup lead with 6 goals, France beats Sweden 3-0
Business|Economy|Finance|World

South32 to sell bulk of aluminium portfolio to Alcoa for up to $5.6 billion

Australia's South32 said on Wednesday it has agreed to sell most of its aluminium assets to Alcoa for an implied enterprise value of up to $5.6

South32 to sell bulk of aluminium portfolio to Alcoa for up to $5.6 billion
Business|Economy|World

South Korea factory activity grows at slower pace as export demand weakens, PMI shows

South Korea's factory activity expanded in June for the seventh consecutive month, though at a slower pace than the previous month on falling export demand, a survey showed

South Korea factory activity grows at slower pace as export demand weakens, PMI shows
Americas|Crime|Economy|World

US imposes sanctions on Mexicans, entities tied to Mexican fuel smuggling network

The U.S.

US imposes sanctions on Mexicans, entities tied to Mexican fuel smuggling network
Health|Science|Technology|World

Abdul Ahad Momand, an Afghan air force pilot who served on the Mir space station, dies at 67

Cosmonaut Abdul Ahad Momand, Afghanistan’s first citizen in space, has died at age 67

Abdul Ahad Momand, an Afghan air force pilot who served on the Mir space station, dies at 67
Business|Economy|World

Japan manufacturing extends growth, caps best quarter since Q1 2014, PMI shows

Japan's manufacturing sector expanded in June, sealing its best quarterly performance since early 2014, as new orders grew at their fastest pace in more

Japan manufacturing extends growth, caps best quarter since Q1 2014, PMI shows
Economy|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

White House lifts export control on Anthropic that froze its most advanced models

White House lifts export control on Anthropic that froze its most advanced models

White House lifts export control on Anthropic that froze its most advanced models
Arts|World

Hawaii displays historic photos of Martin Luther King Jr. wearing flower lei during Selma march

Photographs of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. wearing lei from Hawaii during the Selma-to-Montgomery marches are now on display in Honolulu

Hawaii displays historic photos of Martin Luther King Jr. wearing flower lei during Selma march
Education|Sports|US|World

Supreme Court lets states ban transgender athletes from playing on girls sports teams

Supreme Court lets states ban transgender athletes from playing on girls sports teams

Supreme Court lets states ban transgender athletes from playing on girls sports teams
Business|Political|US|World

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
Arts|Business|Education|Political|World

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
Sports|US|World

US coach Mauricio Pochettino apologizes to media for his curt tone in previous news conference

Before moving his attention to the knockout round of the World Cup, U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino had to resolve one issue from the group stage

US coach Mauricio Pochettino apologizes to media for his curt tone in previous news conference
Crime|Education|World

Fourteen children killed in Pakistan when tutoring centre roof collapses

Fourteen children died after the roof of a tutoring centre collapsed in Pakistan's eastern city of Lahore on Tuesday, rescue officials said, as

Fourteen children killed in Pakistan when tutoring centre roof collapses
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

KKR to buy EDF's renewable power assets in US, Canada for $4.2 billion

Private equity firm KKR said on Tuesday it will buy the operations and assets of EDF's North American renewable energy unit in the U.S. and Canada for $4.2 billion.

KKR to buy EDF's renewable power assets in US, Canada for $4.2 billion
Crime|Political|US|World

US DOJ directs prosecutors to prioritize 'birth tourism' probes following court ruling

The U.S.

US DOJ directs prosecutors to prioritize 'birth tourism' probes following court ruling
Interview|Opinion|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

US issues emergency order for PJM Interconnection as heatwave looms

The U.S. Department of Energy on Tuesday declared an emergency across the nation's largest power grid, citing soaring demand and supply risks as extreme heat grips the region.

US issues emergency order for PJM Interconnection as heatwave looms
Education|Political|World

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
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Getty Images scraps $3.7 billion merger with Shutterstock over UK scrutiny

Getty Images said on Tuesday it has called off its planned merger with Shutterstock due to the UK competition regulator's requirement to sell Shutterstock's

Getty Images scraps $3.7 billion merger with Shutterstock over UK scrutiny
Business|Economy|Finance|World

New Zealand economic recovery delayed and inflation to stay above target, IMF says

New Zealand's economic recovery has been delayed by the oil price shock and heightened global uncertainty, while inflation is expected to rise temporarily to around 4%

New Zealand economic recovery delayed and inflation to stay above target, IMF says
Sports|World

France forward Kylian Mbappé scores his 17th and 18th World Cup goals, one back of Lionel Messi

France forward Kylian Mbappé scored his 17th and 18th goals at the World Cup, moving one behind Lionel Messi on the tournament’s all-time list and tying him with the Argentina great in the race for the Golden Boot at this year's tournament with six apiece

France forward Kylian Mbappé scores his 17th and 18th World Cup goals, one back of Lionel Messi
Business|Crime|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Embattled QB Brendan Sorsby to become eligible for 2027 NFL draft after opting not to sue the league

Brendan Sorsby is moving on to 2027

Embattled QB Brendan Sorsby to become eligible for 2027 NFL draft after opting not to sue the league
Sports|World

Penalty shootouts at the World Cup are a drama of 'inhumane' pressure

The World Cup is in the lose-and-go-home stage of the tournament and the pressure keeps rising with every minute of every match

Penalty shootouts at the World Cup are a drama of 'inhumane' pressure
Health|Sports|World

Supreme Court upholds transgender sports bans: What to know and what’s next

Supreme Court upholds transgender sports bans: What to know and what’s next

Supreme Court upholds transgender sports bans: What to know and what’s next
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Trump administration seeks to stomp out all fires quickly, reviving policy that has been discredited

The deaths of three firefighters in Colorado are casting a spotlight on the Trump administration’s creation of a new federal fire agency and its revival of a previously discredited policy to stomp out all wildfires quickly

Trump administration seeks to stomp out all fires quickly, reviving policy that has been discredited
Crime|Political|US|World

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
Election|Political|US|World

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
Americas|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Aid groups warn Venezuela’s healthcare system is near its limit after earthquakes

Aid groups are warning that Venezuela's healthcare system is at its breaking point nearly a week after two powerful earthquakes hit the South American country

Aid groups warn Venezuela’s healthcare system is near its limit after earthquakes
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

Forecasters cite 'dangerous' conditions as heat scorches Midwest while on its way to the East

It's a hot one for millions of people in the Midwest and Great Lakes states

Forecasters cite 'dangerous' conditions as heat scorches Midwest while on its way to the East
Environment|Health|World

Rescuers in Venezuela pluck child alive from collapsed building six days after twin quakes

Jordanian emergency workers in Venezuela, which was hit by devastating twin earthquakes last week, rescued a child early on Tuesday, the only reported 

Rescuers in Venezuela pluck child alive from collapsed building six days after twin quakes
Business|Economy|Environment|World

South Bow, Bridger to develop new oil pipeline from Wyoming to Cushing, Oklahoma

Canada's South Bow and U.S.-based Bridger Pipeline plan to jointly develop a new oil pipeline from Guernsey, Wyoming, to Cushing

South Bow, Bridger to develop new oil pipeline from Wyoming to Cushing, Oklahoma
Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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'
Crime|Europe|Political|World

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
Political|US|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Trading Day: Stocks cap weak month, stellar quarter

Tech stocks boosted Wall Street as investors prepared to close the book on a month of losses for the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq, but the strongest quarterly

Trading Day: Stocks cap weak month, stellar quarter
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Constellation Brands beats quarterly profit estimates on beer demand

Constellation Brands beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Tuesday, driven by demand for its beer brands such as Corona and the Modelo Especial lager.

Constellation Brands beats quarterly profit estimates on beer demand
World

Vance and Rubio take different approaches as Iran tests their 2028 prospects

Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio appear to be staking out differing approaches to carrying out President Donald Trump’s national security agenda

Vance and Rubio take different approaches as Iran tests their 2028 prospects
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Manhunt after Monaco bomb attack wounds Ukrainian tycoon in ‘attempted assassination’

Manhunt after Monaco bomb attack wounds Ukrainian tycoon in ‘attempted assassination’

Manhunt after Monaco bomb attack wounds Ukrainian tycoon in ‘attempted assassination’
Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

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
Business|World

Rio bus drivers and workers throughout Brazil demand shorter work week as lawmakers examine proposal

Hundreds of bus drivers on strike protested in downtown Rio de Janeiro, demanding increased pay, better conditions and an end to the six-day working week

Rio bus drivers and workers throughout Brazil demand shorter work week as lawmakers examine proposal
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Explosion in Monaco reportedly wounds Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia

An explosive went off in an apartment building entrance in Monaco, wounding three people, reportedly including a Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia

Explosion in Monaco reportedly wounds Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia
Science|Technology|World

NASA makes moves to dodge costly delays on its path to build a $30 billion moon base

NASA makes moves to dodge costly delays on its path to build a $30 billion moon base

NASA makes moves to dodge costly delays on its path to build a $30 billion moon base
Business|Economy|Europe|World

ECB considers lifting banks' minimum reserves to lessen own losses, sources say

The ECB is considering doubling the proportion of cash lenders must keep as reserve in an unremunerated account, six

ECB considers lifting banks' minimum reserves to lessen own losses, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|Interview|World

Nestle could lower coffee prices as bean costs fall

Nestle will take falling coffee bean costs into account when setting retail prices, a senior executive told Reuters on Tuesday, a potential boost

Nestle could lower coffee prices as bean costs fall
Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Supreme Court takeaways: Wins for conservatives, some Trump limits

The U.S.

Supreme Court takeaways: Wins for conservatives, some Trump limits
Entertainment|Sports|World

Haaland scores deciding goal as Norway wins its 1st World Cup knockout game, beating Ivory Coast 2-1

Erling Haaland scored the deciding goal in the 86th minute and Norway won a knockout game at the World Cup for the first time, advancing to the round of 16 with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast

Haaland scores deciding goal as Norway wins its 1st World Cup knockout game, beating Ivory Coast 2-1
Economy|Europe|Political|World

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
Business|Science|Technology|World

FCC says it will move toward 2027 auction of mid-band wireless spectrum

The U.S.

FCC says it will move toward 2027 auction of mid-band wireless spectrum
Business|Finance|Science|Technology|US|World

Astrobotic, Firefly, Intuitive Machines win more NASA moon lander missions

NASA on Tuesday awarded $590 million worth of contracts to Astrobotic, Firefly Aerospace and Intuitive Machines for more uncrewed lunar lander missions

Astrobotic, Firefly, Intuitive Machines win more NASA moon lander missions
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq register best quarter since 2020 despite Iran war

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq finished June on Tuesday with their biggest quarterly gains since 2020 as investors remained upbeat about economic

S&P 500, Nasdaq register best quarter since 2020 despite Iran war
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US telecom watchdog to vote on barring sales of devices with parts from blacklisted firms

The Federal Communications Commission said on Tuesday it plans to vote next month on a measure that would bar sales of devices

US telecom watchdog to vote on barring sales of devices with parts from blacklisted firms
World

Trump administration suspends funding for New York's Medicaid fraud unit

The Trump administration has frozen federal funding for New York's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit

Trump administration suspends funding for New York's Medicaid fraud unit
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Monterrey turns into a sea of Mexico green, even without El Tri on the field

Mexican fans in Monterrey are embracing the World Cup spirit, even though their national team isn't playing in the city

Monterrey turns into a sea of Mexico green, even without El Tri on the field
Economy|Political|World

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

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
Business|Economy|Opinion|World

As key trade talks start, the US-Mexico relationship will likely limp along – but at a cost

Even though Mexico is the US’s top trade partner, the fate of the pact underpinning that relationship is uncertain.

As key trade talks start, the US-Mexico relationship will likely limp along – but at a cost
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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