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Today: August 18, 2026

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Twelve killed and at least 10 injured in Polish bus crash in Hungary

A dozen people were killed and at least 10 seriously

Twelve killed and at least 10 injured in Polish bus crash in Hungary
Crime|World

Nearly 10 years after a Florida teen vanished in the middle of the night, detectives turn to psychics for help

Nearly 10 years after a Florida teen vanished in the middle of the night, detectives turn to psychics for help

Nearly 10 years after a Florida teen vanished in the middle of the night, detectives turn to psychics for help
Economy|World

JD Vance and the Trump team keep moving the goalposts on Iran

JD Vance and the Trump team keep moving the goalposts on Iran

JD Vance and the Trump team keep moving the goalposts on Iran
Environment|Science|Travel|World

1 dead, thousands without power as Tropical Storm Lala lashes Hawaii

1 dead, thousands without power as Tropical Storm Lala lashes Hawaii

1 dead, thousands without power as Tropical Storm Lala lashes Hawaii
Economy|World

Trump wants more economic pressure on Iran. What are his options?

U.S.

Trump wants more economic pressure on Iran. What are his options?
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Search for survivors continues after powerful earthquake kills dozens in Indonesia

Search for survivors continues after powerful earthquake kills dozens in Indonesia

Search for survivors continues after powerful earthquake kills dozens in Indonesia
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Belgium's biggest wildfire on record heads towards Germany

Firefighters battled with the aid of Dutch helicopters on Sunday to contain Belgium's biggest wildfire, which has already

Belgium's biggest wildfire on record heads towards Germany
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Four Antonello da Messina works stolen in Renaissance painter's hometown

Thieves stole four artworks by 15th century painter Antonello da Messina from a museum in his Sicilian hometown, a loss to the island's

Four Antonello da Messina works stolen in Renaissance painter's hometown
Europe|World

Russia hits steel plant in new strikes on Ukraine, Kyiv attacks Moscow region

Russia carried out a wave of airstrikes on Ukraine overnight, killing two people at a steel plant, and Kyiv launched a heavy drone attack on the

Russia hits steel plant in new strikes on Ukraine, Kyiv attacks Moscow region
Arts|Education|Interview|Opinion|Political|Travel|World

Ben Franklin chose America. Son William chose the crown. This civil war is a microcosm of revolution

Benjamin Franklin's son William was buried in London following his death in 1813, more than three decades after he was forced to leave America

Ben Franklin chose America. Son William chose the crown. This civil war is a microcosm of revolution
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

What the death sentence for former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad tells us about the future of the country

What the death sentence for former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad tells us about the future of the country

What the death sentence for former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad tells us about the future of the country
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drones strike Moscow region, killing one

Ukrainian drones struck Moscow region overnight on Sunday in what the provincial governor said was one of the largest attacks to have targeted the region, and which he said

Ukrainian drones strike Moscow region, killing one
Business|Economy|Finance|World

India opens tax amnesty scheme for small taxpayers with undisclosed foreign assets

India's tax amnesty scheme for small taxpayers to declare certain undeclared foreign assets of up to 50 million rupees ($523,889) opens on Sunday and will be available

India opens tax amnesty scheme for small taxpayers with undisclosed foreign assets
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Indonesia's deadliest earthquakes of past decade

A magnitude-7.7 earthquake that struck eastern Indonesia on Saturday has killed at least 51 people, with rescue operations ongoing.

Indonesia's deadliest earthquakes of past decade
Business|Economy|Finance|World

German companies cut US investment to three-year low, data show

German companies slashed investments in the United States to a three-year low in the first half of 2026, as Trump administration policies fed uncertainty

German companies cut US investment to three-year low, data show
Crime|Europe|World

A bus crash in Hungary kills 12 people, injures at least 10 others

Police say a passenger bus traveling on a highway in Hungary early Sunday went off the road and into a ditch where it overturned, killing 12 and injuring others

A bus crash in Hungary kills 12 people, injures at least 10 others
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Europe's heatwaves expose insurance gap as business losses mount

For more than a century, cafes in the Italian city of Padua have welcomed customers for an early evening drink, or

Europe's heatwaves expose insurance gap as business losses mount
Asia|Business|World

South Korea says it fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed demarcation line

South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said on Sunday that warning shots had been fired when North Korean soldiers violated the military demarcation line between the

South Korea says it fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed demarcation line
Europe|World

Suspected Russian drone shot down in Romanian airspace

An F-18 fighter on a NATO air policing mission shot down a drone that illegally breached Romanian national airspace, the fourth unmanned aircraft shot down over the

Suspected Russian drone shot down in Romanian airspace
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel|US|World

Hurricane Lala skirts Hawaii's Big Island without making landfall as heavy wind, rain lash region

Hurricane Lala has skirted Hawaii’s Big Island without making landfall and is expected to weaken after lashing the region with strong winds and drenching rain

Hurricane Lala skirts Hawaii's Big Island without making landfall as heavy wind, rain lash region
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Athens is cleaning its all-marble Olympic stadium for the first time in more than a century

Athens’ iconic Panathenaic Stadium is undergoing its first systematic cleaning in more than a century

Athens is cleaning its all-marble Olympic stadium for the first time in more than a century
Asia|Political|World

North Korea's Kim, Russia's Putin reaffirm ties on Korean Liberation Day

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reaffirmed the deepening of ties with Russia in a message to President Vladimir Putin as Pyongyang marked the anniversary of

North Korea's Kim, Russia's Putin reaffirm ties on Korean Liberation Day
Environment|World

Rescuers dig through rubble and landslides after Indonesia quake kills 47

Rescue teams are searching through rubble and landslide debris, a day after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia

Rescuers dig through rubble and landslides after Indonesia quake kills 47
Australia|Crime|World

Australia gun buyback to start in November, PM Albanese says

Australia's New South Wales state will start a gun buyback in November, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Sunday, part of the national response to a shooting spree

Australia gun buyback to start in November, PM Albanese says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Billionaire Peter Thiel buys 1% stake in Argentine Vaca Muerta oil firm, filing shows

Palantir chair and co-founder Peter Thiel has bought a 1% stake in Argentina's Vista, one of the largest oil companies operating in the country's Vaca Muerta shale

Billionaire Peter Thiel buys 1% stake in Argentine Vaca Muerta oil firm, filing shows
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Hurricane Lala leaves thousands without power in Hawaii amid 'life-threatening' conditions

Hurricane Lala approached Hawaii with strong winds and heavy rain on Saturday, leaving more than 40,000 utility customers without power across the state as the

Hurricane Lala leaves thousands without power in Hawaii amid 'life-threatening' conditions
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake

Hopes of finding survivors of the earthquake that struck western Colombia five days ago were dwindling on Saturday, as more bodies were pulled from

Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Novak Djokovic ousted from Cincinnati Open in his first match since Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic’s stay at the Cincinnati Open was a short one

Novak Djokovic ousted from Cincinnati Open in his first match since Wimbledon
Environment|Political|US|World

Six dead in Indiana after storms and floods, emergency officials say​​

Powerful storms and floods have killed at least six people in Indiana, including a 4-year-old boy, state officials said on Saturday. 

Six dead in Indiana after storms and floods, emergency officials say​​
Election|Political|US|World

Democrats pick South Carolina as first 2028 primary state​​

The Democratic National Committee on Saturday officially selected South Carolina as the first state to vote in the party's 2028 primaries. 

Democrats pick South Carolina as first 2028 primary state​​
Crime|World

Mysterious bomb-dropping drones sank their fishing boats, survivors say. Who was behind the attacks?

Mysterious bomb-dropping drones sank their fishing boats, survivors say. Who was behind the attacks?

Mysterious bomb-dropping drones sank their fishing boats, survivors say. Who was behind the attacks?
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Teen boy among 6 dead including suspect in Michigan shootings; girl survived

Authorities say a teenage boy and four adults were killed Friday in a series of Michigan shootings

Teen boy among 6 dead including suspect in Michigan shootings; girl survived
Africa|Crime|World

Zimbabwean boat accident death toll rises to 68 as more bodies recovered

Twenty-two more bodies have been recovered following a boat accident in a lake in Zimbabwe, police said on Saturday, taking the death toll to 68.

Zimbabwean boat accident death toll rises to 68 as more bodies recovered
World

Iran claims Qatar is holding pilots, Israeli strikes kill 11 in Lebanon, and other Middle East news

Iran says Qatar is holding three of its pilots who were reportedly captured when their jets were downed early in the war, but Qatar denies the allegations

Iran claims Qatar is holding pilots, Israeli strikes kill 11 in Lebanon, and other Middle East news
Health|Sports|World

Three-time MVP Aaron Judge plays catch for first time in rehab from broken rib, return date unclear

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge played catch in New York on Friday as he continues working toward a return from a broken right rib

Three-time MVP Aaron Judge plays catch for first time in rehab from broken rib, return date unclear
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

Kate Douglass swims 2nd world-best time in 50 free on same day at Pan Pacs

Kate Douglass has lowered her own world record in the women's 50-meter freestyle for the second time in the same day

Kate Douglass swims 2nd world-best time in 50 free on same day at Pan Pacs
Crime|Political|World

Palestinians in Qusra say they have faced militant settler attacks for months

Families on the outskirts of Qusra, the West Bank village where Palestinian homes have been under siege for nearly a week, said they have faced sometimes

Palestinians in Qusra say they have faced militant settler attacks for months
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Son of former Mexican president says US revoked his visa​​

(In Aug. 14 story, corrects to attribute comment in paragraph 8 to a State Department spokesperson instead of to a named individual.)

Son of former Mexican president says US revoked his visa​​
Africa|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Morocco arrests 111 migrants headed for Spain's Ceuta in security crackdown

Moroccan police arrested at least 111 people on Saturday as they tried to enter Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta,

Morocco arrests 111 migrants headed for Spain's Ceuta in security crackdown
World

Yemen's Mocha port halts operations after Houthi attacks, port director says

Yemen's Mocha port has suspended commercial and maritime operations after being hit by more than 25 missiles in Houthi attacks over recent days, the port's director said on Saturday

Yemen's Mocha port halts operations after Houthi attacks, port director says
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill 11 people in another test to truce

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon have killed at least 11 people, marking the deadliest attacks since a truce with Hezbollah began in June

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill 11 people in another test to truce
Business|Crime|Finance|Technology|World

Prediction market operator Kalshi hits back at Nevada regulator over geofencing fine

Prediction market operator Kalshi accused Nevada's gaming regulator of violating federal law in a statement on Saturday after it sought daily penalties of $120,000 a day over the

Prediction market operator Kalshi hits back at Nevada regulator over geofencing fine
Business|Economy|Political|World

Republicans worry their chances of keeping Congress are slipping away. Inside the Trump campaign plan to change that

Republicans worry their chances of keeping Congress are slipping away. Inside the Trump campaign plan to change that

Republicans worry their chances of keeping Congress are slipping away. Inside the Trump campaign plan to change that
Economy|Political|World

US pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western Hemisphere

President Donald Trump’s war against Iran is stretching the limits of the nation’s aircraft carriers and leaving the western Pacific without one of the key American warships

US pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western Hemisphere
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Cambridge professor found dead after scrutiny over academic record faced ‘sustained abuse,’ family say

Cambridge professor found dead after scrutiny over academic record faced ‘sustained abuse,’ family say

Cambridge professor found dead after scrutiny over academic record faced ‘sustained abuse,’ family say
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, killing at least 47 and toppling buildings

A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake has struck off Indonesia's coast, killing at least 47 people and causing widespread panic

Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, killing at least 47 and toppling buildings
Europe|Science|World

Earthquake hits Spanish city of Granada, buildings and cars damaged

A magnitude 5 earthquake struck the southern Spanish city of Granada in the early hours of Saturday, with the regional government saying houses and cars were damaged but no

Earthquake hits Spanish city of Granada, buildings and cars damaged
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Sicily's Catania airport restarts flights after Etna alert downgrade

Sicily's Catania airport has restarted flights, it said on Saturday, after authorities downgraded to orange from red the aviation alert colour of Mount Etna's recent volcanic

Sicily's Catania airport restarts flights after Etna alert downgrade
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Democratic primary turnout has soared in some states. Can it carry over to November?

Democratic voters are turning out for this year’s primaries at levels not seen in more than 20 years

Democratic primary turnout has soared in some states. Can it carry over to November?
Economy|World

The buck stops somewhere else: A look at Trump's tendency to avoid blame when things go awry

President Harry Truman famously kept a “The Buck Stops Here” sign on his White House desk

The buck stops somewhere else: A look at Trump's tendency to avoid blame when things go awry
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

A tale of two buildings: how quake rescue efforts differed in Colombia and Venezuela

At a flattened apartment block known as Los Cocos in northern Venezuela, civilians toiled with little support to pull the

A tale of two buildings: how quake rescue efforts differed in Colombia and Venezuela
Environment|Europe|World

German wildfire near Belgian border under control, local authorities say

A wildfire in western Germany that forced the evacuation of thousands of people on Friday has stabilised, local authorities said on Saturday, although

German wildfire near Belgian border under control, local authorities say
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Between cartel threats and US airstrikes, Ecuador fishermen have nowhere to hide

At first light on Ecuador's Pacific coast, small fishing boats fan out from the villages of San Mateo and

Between cartel threats and US airstrikes, Ecuador fishermen have nowhere to hide
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Taliban mark five years in power as aid groups warn of crisis

The Taliban marked five years in power on Saturday, seeking to portray their government as in control even as aid and rights

Taliban mark five years in power as aid groups warn of crisis
Business|Crime|Economy|World

UAE says Iran attacked ADNOC vessel in Hormuz, urges waterway's reopening

The United Arab Emirates said on Saturday Iran had attacked an Abu Dhabi National Oil Company vessel while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz a day earlier, the Emirati

UAE says Iran attacked ADNOC vessel in Hormuz, urges waterway's reopening
Crime|Education|Political|World

While Taliban leaders mark 5 years in power in Afghanistan, a UN official warns of a rights crisis

Taliban rulers have celebrated the fifth anniversary of their return to power in Afghanistan

While Taliban leaders mark 5 years in power in Afghanistan, a UN official warns of a rights crisis
Asia|Political|World

Takaichi skips controversial shrine visit on 81st anniversary of country's World War II surrender

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stayed away from Tokyo's controversial Yasukuni Shrine on Saturday

Takaichi skips controversial shrine visit on 81st anniversary of country's World War II surrender
World

Summer campaign has led to capture of 19 settlements in southeast Ukraine, Russia says

Russian troops have taken control of 19 settlements in southeastern Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions over their summer campaign, the Russian defence ministry said

Summer campaign has led to capture of 19 settlements in southeast Ukraine, Russia says
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine defence chief rejects China criticism, calls response a 'squid tactic'

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro rejected on Saturday China's accusation that he has "consistently attacked and smeared" Beijing, branding the remarks as a "

Philippine defence chief rejects China criticism, calls response a 'squid tactic'
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|US|World

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say
Europe|Sports|World

PSG bolsters star-studded attack by signing World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona

Champions League titleholder Paris Saint-Germain has bolstered its star-studded attack by signing World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona on a five-year year contract

PSG bolsters star-studded attack by signing World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Spain disregarded Ceuta warnings before migrant rush, say border workers' unions

In the weeks before a rush of more than 70,000 migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, border workers

Spain disregarded Ceuta warnings before migrant rush, say border workers' unions
Environment|Science|World

At least 47 dead in eastern Indonesia after magnitude 7.7 quake

At least 47 people were killed after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake and dozens of aftershocks struck off eastern Indonesia on Saturday,

At least 47 dead in eastern Indonesia after magnitude 7.7 quake
Business|Entertainment|Food|Health|Science|Travel|World

France vs Mexico: 43 dishes you should try

France vs Mexico: 43 dishes you should try

France vs Mexico: 43 dishes you should try
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown
Business|Environment|Science|World

Xi calls for improving disaster prevention as floods, landslides batter China

Chinese President Xi Jinping called for improving the country's ability to prevent, mitigate and respond to natural disasters, after a string of deadly floods and

Xi calls for improving disaster prevention as floods, landslides batter China
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Hungary to sink two barges near nuclear plant to raise Danube levels to ensure cooling​​

Hungarian authorities will sink two barges in the Danube on Saturday to raise the water level at the Paks nuclear plant to avert a shutdown of one of its last two

Hungary to sink two barges near nuclear plant to raise Danube levels to ensure cooling​​
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Iran defiant on strait as Trump tells Americans to accept high gasoline prices

Iran called on the U.S. to accept defeat on Saturday, while President Donald Trump blasted

Iran defiant on strait as Trump tells Americans to accept high gasoline prices
Business|Crime|Technology|US|World

Army temporarily halts Apache helicopter training missions after Texas crash that killed 2

The U.S. Army temporarily halted all Apache helicopter training missions after a fatal crash in Texas earlier this week killed two soldiers

Army temporarily halts Apache helicopter training missions after Texas crash that killed 2
World

Myanmar says over 300,000 Rohingya refugees verified for repatriation as exodus enters ninth year

Myanmar’s military-backed government says it has verified that more than 300,000 Rohingya refugees living in camps in Bangladesh are former residents of western Rakhine state

Myanmar says over 300,000 Rohingya refugees verified for repatriation as exodus enters ninth year
Asia|Political|World

Japan defence minister visits contentious Yasukuni Shrine to war dead

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi visited a shrine to the nation's war dead on Saturday, prompting rebukes from China and South Korea, which consider it a symbol of

Japan defence minister visits contentious Yasukuni Shrine to war dead
Environment|Travel|US|World

Hawaii's Big Island under rare hurricane landfall threat as Tropical Storm Lala strengthens

Tropical Storm Lala is expected to strengthen into a hurricane as it approaches Hawaii's Big Island

Hawaii's Big Island under rare hurricane landfall threat as Tropical Storm Lala strengthens
Africa|Health|Political|World

The world’s oldest president left for a ‘brief stay’ in Europe. He hasn’t returned in two months

The world’s oldest president left for a ‘brief stay’ in Europe. He hasn’t returned in two months

The world’s oldest president left for a ‘brief stay’ in Europe. He hasn’t returned in two months
Environment|Health|World

Sailors on carriers like the USS Abraham Lincoln feel the strain as Navy deployments stretch longer

Sailors on carriers like the USS Abraham Lincoln feel the strain as Navy deployments stretch longer

Sailors on carriers like the USS Abraham Lincoln feel the strain as Navy deployments stretch longer
Election|Political|US|World

Florida venue cancels rally with Palestinian American lawmaker Rashida Tlaib​​

A South Florida site backed out of hosting a rally with Democratic U.S.

Florida venue cancels rally with Palestinian American lawmaker Rashida Tlaib​​
MidEast|Political|World

There’s a reason why Israel has done little to rein in settler violence. It’s not just Netanyahu

A dayslong standoff in the occupied West Bank points to Israel's reluctance to rein in settler violence against Palestinians

There’s a reason why Israel has done little to rein in settler violence. It’s not just Netanyahu
Business|Environment|Political|US|World

Judge refuses to block Trump administration from building border wall along tribe's reservation

A federal judge has refused to block the Trump administration from taking steps to build 62 miles of international border wall along part of a Native American tribe’s reservation without its consent

Judge refuses to block Trump administration from building border wall along tribe's reservation
Asia|Political|World

South Korea's Lee urges talks with North Korea to replace armistice with peace

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung called on Saturday for talks with North Korea to pursue peaceful coexistence, saying Seoul would seek safeguards to prevent conflict and

South Korea's Lee urges talks with North Korea to replace armistice with peace
Environment|World

Race to reach trapped Colombia quake survivors offers hope

Rescuers in Colombia raced to free survivors still trapped under the rubble on Friday, four

Race to reach trapped Colombia quake survivors offers hope
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan passes annual budget after long delay, including drone spending

Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament approved this year's government budget late on Friday after a record delay, including spending on a key drone programme to bolster

Taiwan passes annual budget after long delay, including drone spending
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China

The U.S. is preparing to tell dozens of countries they must pick sides in the artificial intelligence race with China, warning they will be excluded

US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says USS Abraham Lincoln deployment 'not nearly long enough'

President Donald Trump on Friday dismissed concerns about the toll on U.S. sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, saying the aircraft carrier's more

Trump says USS Abraham Lincoln deployment 'not nearly long enough'
Environment|Health|Travel|World

Wildfire descends on Croatian tourist town, injures 36

A wildfire in Croatia driven by strong winds descended on the tourist town of Omis overnight, engulfing houses, forcing about 1,000 people to evacuate and injuring dozens, fire

Wildfire descends on Croatian tourist town, injures 36
Crime|US|World

Shootings in Michigan leave 5 people plus suspect dead following large-scale search

Authorities in Michigan say a series of shootings have left five people plus a suspect dead

Shootings in Michigan leave 5 people plus suspect dead following large-scale search
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Former Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism found dead

Former Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism found dead

Former Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism found dead
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Dr. Anthony Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel after GOP contempt vote

Dr. Anthony Fauci has declined a request to appear voluntarily before a second Senate panel

Dr. Anthony Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel after GOP contempt vote
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Putin says Russia, North Korea coordinating on regional security, KCNA reports

Russian President Vladimir Putin told North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that Moscow and Pyongyang were cooperating across all areas and coordinating efforts to ensure regional

Putin says Russia, North Korea coordinating on regional security, KCNA reports
Africa|Crime|Economy|World

A $50 million hostage ransom funded al Qaeda's Mali offensive, UN says

An estimated $50 million ransom paid to free a hostage seized by al Qaeda-linked militants in Mali in late 2025 has helped to fund their advances across West

A $50 million hostage ransom funded al Qaeda's Mali offensive, UN says
Business|Election|Political|World

Lula's lead over Bolsonaro narrows ahead of Brazil election, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva continues to lead Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, although the right-wing challenger has narrowed the gap with the leftist

Lula's lead over Bolsonaro narrows ahead of Brazil election, poll shows
Crime|Political|US|World

US judge clears way for Trump to end Somalis' deportation protections

A federal judge on Friday cleared the way for U.S.

US judge clears way for Trump to end Somalis' deportation protections
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

UN urges support for Afghan women amid tightening Taliban curbs

The United Nations appealed to donors on Friday not to cut funding for women's programs in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, saying this would add to suffering in a

UN urges support for Afghan women amid tightening Taliban curbs
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US SEC to keep hands off shareholder proposals, worrying activists

The top U.S. financial regulator on Friday made permanent its decision to cease judging whether companies may exclude shareholder resolutions from votes at annual

US SEC to keep hands off shareholder proposals, worrying activists
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Chinese drone maker DJI gets fresh chance to escape Pentagon's blacklist

A U.S. appeals court on Friday ordered a lower court to reconsider whether China-based DJI, the world's largest drone maker, should be removed from

Chinese drone maker DJI gets fresh chance to escape Pentagon's blacklist
Arts|Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump asks US Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue

President Donald Trump's administration asked the U.S.

Trump asks US Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Travel|World

Race to reach trapped survivors offers hope in Colombia quake zone

Rescuers raced in Colombia on Friday to free four people from a collapsed hotel, a rare sign

Race to reach trapped survivors offers hope in Colombia quake zone
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Hawaii could see its first hurricane landfall in decades as Lala strengthens

Hawaii could see its first hurricane landfall in decades as Lala strengthens

Hawaii could see its first hurricane landfall in decades as Lala strengthens
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Lions and tigers begin a long-awaited rescue from a notorious Argentine zoo

Thirty lions and tigers from a closed Argentine zoo are starting a new life at wildlife sanctuaries in South Africa and the United States

Lions and tigers begin a long-awaited rescue from a notorious Argentine zoo
Business|Environment|Europe|Science|World

Hundreds evacuated from Croatian and Greek resorts as wildfires stretch across Europe

A wildfire engulfed homes in a picturesque Croatian resort overnight, killing one person, injuring 40 and forcing 1,200 to evacuate, officials said,

Hundreds evacuated from Croatian and Greek resorts as wildfires stretch across Europe
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US consumer sentiment deteriorates in August

U.S. consumer sentiment slumped in early August amid worries about the rising cost of living because of the conflict in the Middle East, a survey showed on Friday.

US consumer sentiment deteriorates in August
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens mixed as investors weigh Middle East tensions, data

Wall Street's main indexes were mixed at the open on Friday, a day after the S&P 500 closed at a record high, as investors assessed retail sales data and took stock of the latest

Wall St opens mixed as investors weigh Middle East tensions, data
Business|Environment|Science|World

Hungary to sink two barges near nuclear plant to ensure cooling

Hungarian authorities are expected to start sinking two barges later in the day to raise the water level at the Paks nuclear plant in the Danube, Prime Minister Peter

Hungary to sink two barges near nuclear plant to ensure cooling
Political|Sports|Technology|World

China calls Taiwan's annual military drills a 'wasteful charade'

China's defence ministry on Friday dismissed Taiwan's annual Han Kuang military drills as a "wasteful charade" that "stoked war panic", in the Chinese government's first

China calls Taiwan's annual military drills a 'wasteful charade'
Business|Technology|World

Pentagon signs deals with Boeing, RTX to boost missile interceptor component production

The Pentagon on Friday announced framework agreements with Boeing and RTX to increase production of components of SM-3 Block IIA and SM-3 Block IB munitions.

Pentagon signs deals with Boeing, RTX to boost missile interceptor component production
Asia|Business|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|World

In South Korea, some savour last season of legal dog meat

For decades, the three days of summer considered the hottest of the year were among the busiest for South Korea's dog meat

In South Korea, some savour last season of legal dog meat
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Youngest Black professor at Cambridge who faced plagiarism claims is found dead

A British sociologist who resigned from the University of Cambridge last week following plagiarism accusations was found dead Friday

Youngest Black professor at Cambridge who faced plagiarism claims is found dead
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

The heat is on

World markets are in full summer mode, even as tensions flare in the Gulf and there is no shortage of risk events for investors, including a health check on the mighty U.S. consumer

The heat is on
Business|Economy|US|World

US business inventories unchanged in June

U.S. business inventories were unchanged in June as an increase in stocks at wholesalers was offset by a decline at retailers, reflecting strong domestic demand in the

US business inventories unchanged in June
Business|Economy|Political|World

Hormuz traffic slows further after US threatens more economic pressure on Iran

Transit through the Strait of Hormuz appeared to grind to a near standstill on Friday after two more ships were

Hormuz traffic slows further after US threatens more economic pressure on Iran
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

World Bank says it disbursed $200 million to Colombia for quake response

The World Bank on Friday said it had disbursed $200 million to Colombia for its emergency response to a deadly August 10 earthquake that left hundreds dead.

World Bank says it disbursed $200 million to Colombia for quake response
Sports|World

Werro holds off Hodgkinson to win 800m gold at the European championships

Audrey Werro has stormed to the 800-meter title by holding off Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson down the home straight at the European championships

Werro holds off Hodgkinson to win 800m gold at the European championships
Education|Political|World

National Code Talker Day brings 101-year-old veteran to Phoenix

Navajo Code Talkers are being honored in a longstanding national day of recognition

National Code Talker Day brings 101-year-old veteran to Phoenix
Health|Science|US|World

US CDC records more than 2,500 measles cases so far in 2026

The U.S.

US CDC records more than 2,500 measles cases so far in 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World

Hope reborn in Colombia as signs of life emerge under earthquake debris

Colombia is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating earthquake that killed at least 287 people and affected more than 100,000

Hope reborn in Colombia as signs of life emerge under earthquake debris
Americas|Political|US|World

Wife of US soldier is removed from deportation flight and released from federal immigration custody

The wife of a U.S. soldier has been released from federal immigration custody after spending more than a month detained, according to her family

Wife of US soldier is removed from deportation flight and released from federal immigration custody
Crime|Political|US|World

Murder is at lowest rate since the 1950s. Trump touts it as a personal success.

Murder is at lowest rate since the 1950s. Trump touts it as a personal success.

Murder is at lowest rate since the 1950s. Trump touts it as a personal success.
Business|Technology|Travel|World

2 planes with the same flight number avoid possible disaster thanks to quick-thinking controller

Potential disaster was averted when a Phoenix air traffic controller recognized two American Airlines jets mistakenly were flying the same flight number and acted quickly to avoid confusion and keep them a safe distance apart

2 planes with the same flight number avoid possible disaster thanks to quick-thinking controller
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Hanwha, Fincantieri shares rise after Trump opens Navy shipbuilding to foreign yards

Shares of South Korea's Hanwha Group and Italy's Fincantieri rose on Friday after President Donald Trump's directive opening U.S.

Hanwha, Fincantieri shares rise after Trump opens Navy shipbuilding to foreign yards
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Stellantis considering sale of Canada plant, autoworker union says

Canadian autoworkers union Unifor said on Friday it had been notified by Stellantis that the company is considering the closure and sale of its

Stellantis considering sale of Canada plant, autoworker union says
Health|Political|World

US appeals court revives Justice Department subpoena to gender-affirming care provider

A U.S. federal appeals court handed President Donald Trump’s administration a legal victory on Friday in its efforts to seek data from providers of

US appeals court revives Justice Department subpoena to gender-affirming care provider
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil climbs over $1 on tanker attacks, no progrees on peace

Crude oil futures climbed over $1 a berrel on Friday on tanker attacks and a lack of progress on a peace agreement between the Trump administration and Iran's leadership.

Oil climbs over $1 on tanker attacks, no progrees on peace
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US retail sales post first decline in nine months in July

U.S. retail sales fell in July for the first time in nine months as the boost from big tax refunds faded, suggesting that consumer spending was slowing

US retail sales post first decline in nine months in July
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar falls on surprise drop in US retail sales

The dollar fell on Friday after data showed U.S. retail sales unexpectedly declined in July, helping send the euro and sterling to multi-month highs, as

Dollar falls on surprise drop in US retail sales
Africa|Crime|World

Libya's Haftar played key role in release of US hostage held by Islamic State, sources say

Authorities in eastern Libya under military commander Khalifa Haftar helped secure the release of an American missionary held hostage held

Libya's Haftar played key role in release of US hostage held by Islamic State, sources say
Health|Political|World

Idaho must allow abortions to preserve women's health, US judge rules

A U.S. judge has ruled that Idaho's near-total abortion ban is unconstitutional because it provides exceptions when abortions are life-saving and not for broader

Idaho must allow abortions to preserve women's health, US judge rules
Arts|Crime|US|World

Woman charged over vandalism of Washington's World War Two Memorial

A Kentucky woman has been taken into custody and charged with two felony counts in connection with the vandalism at the World War Two

Woman charged over vandalism of Washington's World War Two Memorial
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brazil's big banks shun riskier lending as household debt strains grow

Brazil's largest lenders are growing more cautious on credit, continuing a shift toward secured products and higher-income borrowers amid signs of a

Brazil's big banks shun riskier lending as household debt strains grow
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Two slicks appear in Gulf as huge oil spill off Oman threatens disaster

Two slicks have appeared in Iranian waters,

Two slicks appear in Gulf as huge oil spill off Oman threatens disaster
Economy|Health|World

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln

The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln
Business|Environment|Europe|Political|World

US raises pressure on EU to 'deliver' on non-tariff trade commitments

The United States urged the European Union on Friday to ease its laws putting responsibility on large firms for the environmental and social

US raises pressure on EU to 'deliver' on non-tariff trade commitments
Europe|Political|Technology|World

France's top court blocks social media ban for under-15s

France's top court on Friday blocked a bill banning social media access for under-15s, saying it infringed upon freedom of expression

France's top court blocks social media ban for under-15s
Environment|Science|World

Displaced by El Niño, South American seabirds flock to Panama

Flocks of seabirds native to the cold, nutrient-rich waters off Peru and Chile are appearing far outside their usual

Displaced by El Niño, South American seabirds flock to Panama
Africa|Political|World

Chad's president pardons main rival and opposition leader in jail

Chad's presidency said in a statement that President Mahamat Idriss Deby has

Chad's president pardons main rival and opposition leader in jail
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices rally, US data dents chances of Fed rate hike

U.S. and European shares fell on Friday and oil prices rose more than $1 a barrel as markets monitored tense U.S.-Iran talks and

Oil prices rally, US data dents chances of Fed rate hike
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump touts drop in US crime rates with an eye on midterms

U.S.

Trump touts drop in US crime rates with an eye on midterms
Africa|Crime|Election|Political|World

Vote counting suspended then restarted in Zambia election after attacks at polling stations

Vote counting in Zambia’s presidential election was suspended and then restarted under heightened security over reports of violence against election officials and the theft of ballot boxes

Vote counting suspended then restarted in Zambia election after attacks at polling stations
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's Lula triggers reciprocity process against US tariffs in effort to show strength

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says his government has triggered an economic reciprocity law against U.S. tariffs

Brazil's Lula triggers reciprocity process against US tariffs in effort to show strength
Business|Political|US|World

Trump says USS Lincoln’s deployment was ‘not nearly long enough’

Trump says USS Lincoln’s deployment was ‘not nearly long enough’

Trump says USS Lincoln’s deployment was ‘not nearly long enough’
Crime|Political|World

Trump says USS Lincoln's record time at sea during Iran operations 'not nearly long enough'

President Donald Trump is downplaying concerns about the USS Abraham Lincoln's extended deployment in the Middle East

Trump says USS Lincoln's record time at sea during Iran operations 'not nearly long enough'
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

‘Very outdated’: Trump’s directive to revert to steam catapults on new aircraft carrier baffles naval experts

‘Very outdated’: Trump’s directive to revert to steam catapults on new aircraft carrier baffles naval experts

‘Very outdated’: Trump’s directive to revert to steam catapults on new aircraft carrier baffles naval experts
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

With US-Iran talks stalled, diplomatic efforts expand to unlikely European players

While talks to end the Iran war have stalled, the Trump administration appears to be reaching out to a broader swath of countries that might be able to help pressure Tehran or ease its hardline position where traditional mediators haven't succeeded so far

With US-Iran talks stalled, diplomatic efforts expand to unlikely European players
Americas|Arts|Environment|Science|World

Four more belugas arrive at Chicago aquarium from shuttered Canadian theme park

Four more belugas have arrived at the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago as part of a plan to move the last remaining captive whales from a shuttered theme park in Canada to aquariums in the United States and Spain

Four more belugas arrive at Chicago aquarium from shuttered Canadian theme park
Health|Political|World

A federal judge blocks Idaho from prosecuting doctors for health-protecting abortions

A federal judge says Idaho can't prosecute doctors who perform abortions to protect a pregnant person's health or prevent self-harm

A federal judge blocks Idaho from prosecuting doctors for health-protecting abortions
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Afghanistan marks 5 years under the Taliban with safer streets but pleas for jobs and education

Afghanistan's Taliban rulers are marking five years since regaining power

Afghanistan marks 5 years under the Taliban with safer streets but pleas for jobs and education
Business|Economy|World

New Zealand manufacturing activity expands at slower pace in July amid cost pressures

New Zealand's manufacturing activity continued to expand in July, though at a slower pace, as sentiment weakened after the conflict in the Middle East pushed costs higher

New Zealand manufacturing activity expands at slower pace in July amid cost pressures
Crime|World

World War Two memorial in Washington vandalized with bubbles and graffiti

The World War Two memorial in Washington was vandalized with bubbly soap and graffiti on Thursday, prompting vows from the U.S. government to find the perpetrator.

World War Two memorial in Washington vandalized with bubbles and graffiti
Election|Finance|Political|World

Kyrgyz president says he will run for a second term

Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov said on Thursday he planned to seek a second term

Kyrgyz president says he will run for a second term
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US says it can keep naval blockade on Iran 'indefinitely,' vows more economic pressure

The United States on Thursday said that it could maintain a naval blockade of Iran indefinitely and would ratchet up economic pressure on

US says it can keep naval blockade on Iran 'indefinitely,' vows more economic pressure
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US|World

Trump administration to impose tariffs on drone imports, White House says

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he will impose tariffs on imports of drones and their components, including from some key U.S

Trump administration to impose tariffs on drone imports, White House says
Crime|Political|US|World

Los Angeles to speed up gun licensing process to settle US government lawsuit

The Los Angeles County sheriff's department agreed to speed up licensing for people who want to carry concealed weapons, to settle a U.S. government lawsuit accusing it of

Los Angeles to speed up gun licensing process to settle US government lawsuit
Asia|World

North Korea denounces upcoming US-South Korea drills, vows stronger nuclear deterrence

North Korea on Friday denounced major U.S.-South Korean military drills and said they were more provocative than last year's exercises, state media reported.

North Korea denounces upcoming US-South Korea drills, vows stronger nuclear deterrence
Business|Economy|US|World

US extends Jones Act waiver 90 days, revises compliance rules

U.S.

US extends Jones Act waiver 90 days, revises compliance rules
Business|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Bird remains found aboard 737 engine from Ryanair Greek incident

Bird remains were found in the engine of a Ryanair Boeing 737 NG plane where a passenger was partially sucked through a broken window shortly

Bird remains found aboard 737 engine from Ryanair Greek incident
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election

A judge has dismissed Nevada’s fake electors case

Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department’s last-minute decision not to defend gun law causes confusion among owners

Justice Department’s last-minute decision not to defend gun law causes confusion among owners

Justice Department’s last-minute decision not to defend gun law causes confusion among owners
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Conspiracies around Nolan Wells’ death have led to threats against those he was with that day, attorneys say

Conspiracies around Nolan Wells’ death have led to threats against those he was with that day, attorneys say

Conspiracies around Nolan Wells’ death have led to threats against those he was with that day, attorneys say
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

US Attorney confirms no meth was found in van of Texas man shot by immigration officers

A federal prosecutor says tests on a substance found in the van of a man shot by immigration officers in Texas last month showed it was not methamphetamine

US Attorney confirms no meth was found in van of Texas man shot by immigration officers
Business|Technology|World

Trump orders the Navy to return to an older system of launching jets off aircraft carriers

President Donald Trump is ordering the U.S. Navy to remove the advanced system used to launch fighter jets from its newest type of aircraft carriers and return to using older steam catapults that he has long said he prefers

Trump orders the Navy to return to an older system of launching jets off aircraft carriers
Political|World

Jared Kushner to visit Israel and Egypt next week with Board of Peace officials to talk Gaza

President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and negotiator Jared Kushner will travel to the Middle East next week to try to advance plans for an end to the conflict in Gaza after a deal recently announced by the Trump administration ran into Israeli opposition

Jared Kushner to visit Israel and Egypt next week with Board of Peace officials to talk Gaza
Business|Economy|Technology|World

White House says transshipped goods cost up to $26 billion in lost tariffs

The White House said on Thursday the United States is losing annual tariff revenue of about $19 billion to $26 billion on goods, largely from China, that are

White House says transshipped goods cost up to $26 billion in lost tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan may see more yen intervention, faster BOJ rate hikes, ex-top FX diplomat says

Japan may conduct joint yen intervention "at any time" and signal the chance of faster-than-expected interest rate hikes to stem the

Japan may see more yen intervention, faster BOJ rate hikes, ex-top FX diplomat says
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil opens reciprocity process against US over tariffs

The Brazilian government has opened a process that could result in the adoption of reciprocal measures against the United States in response to tariffs recently imposed by

Brazil opens reciprocity process against US over tariffs
Australia|Business|Economy|World

Australia's Albanese says AUKUS remains 'full steam ahead' after Trump call

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Friday the AUKUS defence pact remained "full steam ahead" after an overnight call with

Australia's Albanese says AUKUS remains 'full steam ahead' after Trump call
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bessent says US to apply measures never seen on Iran

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday that the United States is going to apply measures that have "never been seen" on Iran.

Bessent says US to apply measures never seen on Iran
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Iran war a boon for China's e-trucks, fuelling export surge

China's exports of electric trucks to other Asian countries have spiked, adding to a surge in domestic sales as higher fuel costs as a result of

Iran war a boon for China's e-trucks, fuelling export surge
Economy|World

'Our resources, our prices': Indonesia's Prabowo announces new commodity bourse

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced a plan on Friday to create a new exchange that will set prices for the country's

'Our resources, our prices': Indonesia's Prabowo announces new commodity bourse
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Cook Islands PM's party likely to retain parliament in preliminary results

Preliminary results on Friday showed that Prime Minister Mark Brown's Cook Islands Party would likely retain control of parliament, winning 12 of the

Cook Islands PM's party likely to retain parliament in preliminary results
Asia|Political|World

North Korea slams US-South Korea military drills and threatens strong response

North Korea has threatened unspecified stern steps against the United States and South Korea, slamming their upcoming military drills as a war rehearsal that it claimed would be more provocative than last year

North Korea slams US-South Korea military drills and threatens strong response
Europe|World

Italian NATO fighter jet shoots down drone in Latvian airspace

An Italian fighter jet, part of a NATO mission, shot down a drone of unknown origin that entered the airspace of NATO and EU member Latvia on Friday during Ukrainian

Italian NATO fighter jet shoots down drone in Latvian airspace
Business|Environment|Travel|World

Japan's record rains strand thousands at Narita airport; kill eight

Record rainfall in Japan stranded thousands of travellers at Tokyo's Narita airport on Friday, bringing floods

Japan's record rains strand thousands at Narita airport; kill eight
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Yen's slide to weekly loss prompts bets for another intervention

The yen headed for its biggest weekly loss in three months on Friday as the impact of U.S. and Japanese intervention faded, leaving traders to wager another round of

Yen's slide to weekly loss prompts bets for another intervention
Business|Economy|Political|World

Oil rises after US threatens indefinite blockade of Iran; set for weekly gains

Oil prices rose on Friday and were on track for weekly gains after the United States threatened an indefinite naval blockade of Iran, raising concerns about

Oil rises after US threatens indefinite blockade of Iran; set for weekly gains
Business|Europe|Technology|World

China's Pony.ai, Uber to jointly deploy over 2,000 robotaxis in Europe

Chinese autonomous driving firm Pony.ai announced on Friday plans to deploy more than 2,000 robotaxis in Europe under an expanded partnership with Uber.

China's Pony.ai, Uber to jointly deploy over 2,000 robotaxis in Europe
MidEast|Political|US|World

Jared Kushner may visit Israel next week for talks on Gaza, source says

U.S.

Jared Kushner may visit Israel next week for talks on Gaza, source says
Asia|Environment|World

Record-breaking rain floods Chiba east of Tokyo, killing at least 5 people

Record-breaking rainfall has flooded cities east of Tokyo, killing at least five people and injuring over two dozen others

Record-breaking rain floods Chiba east of Tokyo, killing at least 5 people
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

Summer McIntosh storms to Pan Pacs 400 IM title, rebounding from 200 free runner-up finish

Summer McIntosh led all the way in winning the 400-meter individual medley at the Pan Pacific Championships

Summer McIntosh storms to Pan Pacs 400 IM title, rebounding from 200 free runner-up finish
Crime|Political|US|World

Suspect arrested in World War II Memorial vandalism in Washington, Pirro says

A suspect has been arrested and will be charged in connection with the vandalism of the World War II Memorial on the National Mall

Suspect arrested in World War II Memorial vandalism in Washington, Pirro says
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

AI-driven surge in bond yields could be next risk for markets and growth

Market gauges of inflation-adjusted borrowing costs have shot to their highest in more than a decade across major economies as AI companies and

AI-driven surge in bond yields could be next risk for markets and growth
Asia|Political|World

South Korea's Lee favours four-year presidency with re-election permitted

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Friday he favoured changing the country's presidency to a four-year term system that would allow a president to serve more than

South Korea's Lee favours four-year presidency with re-election permitted
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's July core inflation seen at 1.8% on higher energy costs

Japan's core consumer inflation likely accelerated in July from the previous month, as faster food price gains and cost pressures on energy from the war

Japan's July core inflation seen at 1.8% on higher energy costs
Crime|Political|US|World

Woman arrested and charged for vandalizing World War II Memorial in DC

Woman arrested and charged for vandalizing World War II Memorial in DC

Woman arrested and charged for vandalizing World War II Memorial in DC
Crime|Environment|World

Tunnel collapses at an Indian hydropower project, killing at least 7

Officials say an under-construction tunnel has collapsed at a hydropower project in India’s northern hill state of Uttarakhand, leaving at least seven workers dead

Tunnel collapses at an Indian hydropower project, killing at least 7
Election|Europe|Political|World

Reform UK's Nigel Farage beats a slate of fringe candidates in election boycotted by major parties

Nigel Farage has regained his seat in Parliament, beating a field of fringe candidates led by trash-can-wearing comic Count Binface in a special election boycotted by mainstream parties

Reform UK's Nigel Farage beats a slate of fringe candidates in election boycotted by major parties
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Nigel Farage wins election in which his main rival was a trash can

Nigel Farage wins election in which his main rival was a trash can

Nigel Farage wins election in which his main rival was a trash can
Business|Economy|World

BOJ eyeing September rate hike, faster pace of tightening, sources say

The Bank of Japan is set to raise interest rates as soon as September and is considering hiking more aggressively thereafter from the

BOJ eyeing September rate hike, faster pace of tightening, sources say
Environment|Europe|World

Germany evacuates about 2,000 people as wildfire reaches western village

More than 2,000 people were evacuated from their homes in western Germany on Friday, after a wildfire near the Belgian border spread towards a village, local

Germany evacuates about 2,000 people as wildfire reaches western village
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Nigel Farage regains UK parliamentary seat, fights off Count Binface challenge

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage won his self-triggered by-election in southern England on Friday, but saw his strategy

Nigel Farage regains UK parliamentary seat, fights off Count Binface challenge
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Philippine president says joint oil and gas exploration with China a 'distinct possibility'

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Friday that there was a "distinct possibility" that the Philippines and China could

Philippine president says joint oil and gas exploration with China a 'distinct possibility'
Business|Environment|World

A British firm starts containment of oil spill from stricken tanker off Oman

A British maritime company has been hired to salvage a grounded Russian tanker off Oman and stop a spreading oil spill

A British firm starts containment of oil spill from stricken tanker off Oman
Crime|World

Israel’s Christians rely on faith and allies as they fear rising harassment

Christians are less than 2% of Israel's population and are facing increased harassment as regional conflicts persist

Israel’s Christians rely on faith and allies as they fear rising harassment
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House ballroom construction continue during appeal

President Donald Trump's administration has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the White House to continue construction on its $400 million ballroom project while it appeals a lower court’s order to halt the work

Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House ballroom construction continue during appeal
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Documents show federal surveillance operation in Minnesota targeted progressive groups, unions

Advocates are speaking against a sweeping undercover federal surveillance operation that court documents say targeted progressive groups and unions protesting the Minneapolis immigration crackdown

Documents show federal surveillance operation in Minnesota targeted progressive groups, unions
Economy|Education|Science|Technology|World

The hidden politics of time: How clocks, calendars — and now-contentious time zones — came to be

Time is a concept that varies across cultures and history

The hidden politics of time: How clocks, calendars — and now-contentious time zones — came to be
Africa|Crime|US|World

US missionary abducted in Niger released after nine months in captivity, Christian organization says

US missionary abducted in Niger released after nine months in captivity, Christian organization says

US missionary abducted in Niger released after nine months in captivity, Christian organization says
Environment|Europe|World

European countries battle multiple wildfires as record heat grips the continent

Firefighters across Europe are battling multiple wildfires as a record-breaking heat wave grips the continent

European countries battle multiple wildfires as record heat grips the continent
Africa|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Get ready for Africa’s soccer breakout, says Manchester City star Antoine Semenyo

Get ready for Africa’s soccer breakout, says Manchester City star Antoine Semenyo

Get ready for Africa’s soccer breakout, says Manchester City star Antoine Semenyo
Africa|Crime|World

US missionary kidnapped in Niger is released after 9 months in captivity, his organization says

An American missionary kidnapped in Niger in October has been released

US missionary kidnapped in Niger is released after 9 months in captivity, his organization says
Crime|Europe|World

Russian drones kill a woman and 9-year-old son at home as Ukrainian civilian casualties surge

Russian jet-powered drones have struck a home in northern Ukraine, killing a 29-year-old woman and her 9-year-old son

Russian drones kill a woman and 9-year-old son at home as Ukrainian civilian casualties surge
Business|Economy|Political|World

2 UAE tankers attacked while transiting Strait of Hormuz, and other news from the Middle East

The United Arab Emirates has blamed Iran for firing drones at two tankers operated by a state-owned oil company in the Strait of Hormuz

2 UAE tankers attacked while transiting Strait of Hormuz, and other news from the Middle East
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Persistent Etna ash shuts Sicily's busiest airport during peak holiday week

Ash spewing from Sicily’s Mount Etna has forced the closure of the island’s largest airport for the fifth consecutive day

Persistent Etna ash shuts Sicily's busiest airport during peak holiday week
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Italian Carabinieri recover stolen Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse artworks worth millions

Italian authorities have recovered three stolen artworks by Renoir, Cézanne, and Matisse worth millions of euros

Italian Carabinieri recover stolen Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse artworks worth millions
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Sports|World

Boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, 11 years after receiving illegal blow to the head during fight

Boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, 11 years after receiving illegal blow to the head during fight

Boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, 11 years after receiving illegal blow to the head during fight
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

How to help after Colombia's devastating earthquake

Colombia is grappling with the aftermath of a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck Monday, affecting a large part of the western region

How to help after Colombia's devastating earthquake
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

6 men arrested on suspicion of running child human trafficking operation in Modesto

6 men arrested on suspicion of running child human trafficking operation in Modesto

6 men arrested on suspicion of running child human trafficking operation in Modesto
Business|Crime|US|Videos|World

Oakland police release video of fatal officer shooting of man swinging homemade spears

Oakland police release video of fatal officer shooting of man swinging homemade spears

Oakland police release video of fatal officer shooting of man swinging homemade spears
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Apple trains its own AI model for China market with Alibaba's support, sources say

Apple has trained a large language model specifically for the China market, three people familiar with the matter said, a departure from the iPhone maker's strategy of relying on

Apple trains its own AI model for China market with Alibaba's support, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

Frustrated US consumers cut their retail spending last month

Frustrated US consumers cut their retail spending last month

Frustrated US consumers cut their retail spending last month
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Yen stuck in twilight zone

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The yen is back in the intervention zone, but its fate now appears to rest with the Fed's policy path and hopes of aggressive

Yen stuck in twilight zone
Arts|Crime|World

Italy recovers Renoir, Cezanne and Matisse works stolen from museum

Italian police have recovered three paintings by French masters Paul Cezanne, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Henri Matisse that were stolen from a museum near the northern city of

Italy recovers Renoir, Cezanne and Matisse works stolen from museum
Crime|Political|World

US wants Netanyahu to condemn settler siege in Palestinian village, officials say

The United States wants Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to publicly condemn militant settlers who have besieged

US wants Netanyahu to condemn settler siege in Palestinian village, officials say
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Stablecoin issuer Tether says KPMG US has audited its 2025 statements

El Salvador-based Tether, which issues the world's largest stablecoin, said KPMG U.S. had performed a "full independent audit" of its financial

Stablecoin issuer Tether says KPMG US has audited its 2025 statements
Africa|Environment|Health|World

650,000 refugees in South Sudan could lose food aid within weeks due to funding squeeze, say UN agencies

More than 650,000 refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan risk losing food aid access within weeks due to a severe funding shortfall, potentially

650,000 refugees in South Sudan could lose food aid within weeks due to funding squeeze, say UN agencies
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Interview|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

Lebanon's creative talent suffers as Iran war squeezes Gulf economies

For decades, the Gulf served as the center of gravity for much of Lebanon's creative talent, with swathes of designers and marketing executives flocking to

Lebanon's creative talent suffers as Iran war squeezes Gulf economies
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Russia exploits Poland-Ukraine dispute to step up disinformation campaign, officials and experts say

Russia has significantly stepped up its online disinformation campaign in Poland, using a dispute between Warsaw and Kyiv

Russia exploits Poland-Ukraine dispute to step up disinformation campaign, officials and experts say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global equity funds extend inflow streak as earnings optimism and reduced rate-hike bets lift sentiment

Global equity funds attracted inflows for a 12th consecutive week through August 12, buoyed by optimism over a strong earnings season and data showing weaker-than-expected U.S.

Global equity funds extend inflow streak as earnings optimism and reduced rate-hike bets lift sentiment
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Luigi Mangione admits killing insurance CEO, pleads guilty in federal case

Luigi Mangione admitted in court on Friday that he fatally shot health insurance executive Brian Thompson and pleaded guilty to two federal

Luigi Mangione admits killing insurance CEO, pleads guilty in federal case
Environment|Europe|Science|Travel|World

Etna eruption extends closure of Sicily's Catania airport until Saturday

Flights at Catania airport in Sicily will remain suspended until Saturday afternoon because of ash from Mount Etna's ongoing volcanic activity, which has

Etna eruption extends closure of Sicily's Catania airport until Saturday
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stay of execution?

Even though we're slipping inexorably into the summer holiday doldrums on world markets, bond anxiety was once again a theme of the early part of this week,

Stay of execution?
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Russia seeks answers from US about alleged support for Ukrainian attacks, Lavrov says

Russia believes the United States is deeply involved in Ukrainian attacks against it and has raised the issue with Washington, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said in

Russia seeks answers from US about alleged support for Ukrainian attacks, Lavrov says
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China July bank loans post record contraction as credit demand falters

China's new yuan loans posted a record contraction in July, missing forecasts as seasonal factors and weak household credit demand weighed on

China July bank loans post record contraction as credit demand falters
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Culture clash: How Orcel's profit-boosting recipe could prove a bitter pill for Commerzbank

UniCredit's CEO Andrea Orcel has a blueprint for Commerzbank: slash costs, strip out management layers and push harder for revenue growth,

Culture clash: How Orcel's profit-boosting recipe could prove a bitter pill for Commerzbank
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Russia dismisses idea of Black Sea ceasefire

Russia on Friday dismissed the idea of a ceasefire with Ukraine in the Black Sea, saying it saw no grounds for "half-measures" that would offer a respite to the other side.

Russia dismisses idea of Black Sea ceasefire
Crime|Health|World

Attacks on healthcare in conflict zones averaging more than four a day in 2026, World Health Organization says

Attacks on healthcare facilities, workers and patients in conflict zones including Ukraine and Gaza have continued to rise in 2026, reaching an average

Attacks on healthcare in conflict zones averaging more than four a day in 2026, World Health Organization says
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Spain removes remains of 11th century kings from monastery as wildfire rages

Spanish authorities on Thursday removed the remains of three kings who ruled the Aragón region in the 11th century from a monastery threatened by a wildfire.

Spain removes remains of 11th century kings from monastery as wildfire rages
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US rocket company Astra Space seeks to raise $250 million in comeback bid

U.S. rocket company Astra Space is seeking to raise $250 million at a $1 billion valuation in a funding round expected to close this quarter, CEO Chris

US rocket company Astra Space seeks to raise $250 million in comeback bid
Crime|Europe|World

Civilian deaths in Ukraine jumped in July as Russia hit cities, UN says

Civilian casualties from the war in Ukraine rose by nearly a third month-on-month in July, to the highest level since May 2022, as Russia struck towns and

Civilian deaths in Ukraine jumped in July as Russia hit cities, UN says
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European shares snap 4-week rally as higher oil prices temper strong earnings 

European shares finished lower on Friday and snapped a four-week winning streak, as rising crude prices and renewed

European shares snap 4-week rally as higher oil prices temper strong earnings 
Asia|Economy|Environment|World

Mudslide in eastern China kills one, more heavy rain expected

A mudslide in eastern China's Zhejiang Province on Friday killed one person and three others remained missing, while eastern and southern provinces were bracing for more

Mudslide in eastern China kills one, more heavy rain expected
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Israeli settlers divert Palestinian water to fill West Bank pool

On a searing summer day, Israeli settlers splashed in a West Bank pool created by siphoning off water that had irrigated Palestinian crops, one of

Israeli settlers divert Palestinian water to fill West Bank pool
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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

AI boom predicted to drive Taiwan's economy to grow fastest in four decades

Taiwan expects its tech-reliant economy to grow at the fastest pace in nearly four decades this year, the statistics agency said on Friday,

AI boom predicted to drive Taiwan's economy to grow fastest in four decades
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France evacuates 525 as new wildfire hits pine woods in the southwest

French authorities have evacuated 525 people from the village of Luglon after a wildfire broke out in the southwestern Landes region, not far

France evacuates 525 as new wildfire hits pine woods in the southwest
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U.S. TerraPower, South Korea's SK Innovation sign preliminary deal on global SMR projects

TerraPower and South Korea's SK Innovation signed on Friday a preliminary global agreement on small modular reactors (SMRs), Seoul's Industry Ministry said, opening a path

U.S. TerraPower, South Korea's SK Innovation sign preliminary deal on global SMR projects
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Philippine president says he has yet to decide who to back as successor

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr confirmed on Friday that he would endorse a candidate for the 2028 presidential election, but

Philippine president says he has yet to decide who to back as successor
Asia|Crime|Election|World

Taiwan parliament approves holding of three referendums, including on caning sex criminals

Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament voted on Friday to hold three referendums, including one on caning criminals convicted of sex crimes and fraud, and another to

Taiwan parliament approves holding of three referendums, including on caning sex criminals
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Chinese car sales are booming almost everywhere - just not at home

China's car industry is on a tear overseas, storming markets from Europe to Southeast Asia and heaping pressure on long-established automakers like Toyota Motor and

Chinese car sales are booming almost everywhere - just not at home
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Why is North Korea ramping up criticism of Japan?

North Korea has stepped up a campaign of rhetoric against Japan's military buildup and its security ties with the United States and South Korea, saying they

Why is North Korea ramping up criticism of Japan?
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Low water in Rome’s drought-hit Tiber river exposes ancient ruins of Nero’s Bridge

Low water in Rome’s drought-hit Tiber river exposes ancient ruins of Nero’s Bridge

Low water in Rome’s drought-hit Tiber river exposes ancient ruins of Nero’s Bridge
Education|Technology|World

France’s top court blocks bill banning social media for under-15s

France’s top court blocks bill banning social media for under-15s

France’s top court blocks bill banning social media for under-15s
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Person fined $5,000 for using foghorn to disturb sleeping polar bear

Person fined $5,000 for using foghorn to disturb sleeping polar bear

Person fined $5,000 for using foghorn to disturb sleeping polar bear
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The livin' is no longer so easy: How carefree dreams of 'summertime' are fading in 2026's swelter

Summertime, the dreamy ideal of lazy days, is fading

The livin' is no longer so easy: How carefree dreams of 'summertime' are fading in 2026's swelter
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Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colón dies 11 years after sustaining brain damage in the ring

The boxing world is in mourning following the death of Puerto Rican fighter Prichard Colón at the age of 33, 11 years after he sustained brain damage in his only loss

Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colón dies 11 years after sustaining brain damage in the ring
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Palestinians besieged in West Bank village fear Israeli settlers will seize their homes

Israeli settlers have been blockading homes in the West Bank town of Qusra, leading to a tense standoff

Palestinians besieged in West Bank village fear Israeli settlers will seize their homes
World

China rejects New Zealand spy allegations as false

China on Friday rejected allegations that it is conducting widespread espionage on New Zealand, saying the claim in the country's latest security assessment stemmed from

China rejects New Zealand spy allegations as false
Sports|World

German runner calls for 'more respect' after seeing online racial abuse of teammates

German middle-distance runner Smilla Kolbe has condemned online racial abuse directed at some of her teammates at the European championships

German runner calls for 'more respect' after seeing online racial abuse of teammates
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A second passenger train derails in England in 2 days

A passenger train has derailed near London, marking the second such incident in two days

A second passenger train derails in England in 2 days
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A timeline of Luigi Mangione’s criminal cases in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO

Luigi Mangione’s guilty plea to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson resolves one of two cases against him

A timeline of Luigi Mangione’s criminal cases in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO
Education|World

US military base schools put new emphasis on Western civilization and Christianity

The Department of Defense is introducing a course centered on Western civilization and Christianity this fall in the schools it operates for military families

US military base schools put new emphasis on Western civilization and Christianity
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Peru steps up fight against illegal gold mining as activity enters protected Amazon reserve

Peruvian authorities have intensified efforts against illegal gold mining in the Amazon's Madre de Dios region

Peru steps up fight against illegal gold mining as activity enters protected Amazon reserve
Education|World

US military base schools put new emphasis on Western civilization and Christianity

The Department of Defense is introducing a course centered on Western civilization and Christianity this fall in the schools it operates for military families

US military base schools put new emphasis on Western civilization and Christianity
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Son of former Mexican President López Obrador says US revoked his visa and appeals directly to Trump

Andrés Manuel López Beltrán, son of former Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, says the United States has revoked his visa

Son of former Mexican President López Obrador says US revoked his visa and appeals directly to Trump
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Bezos and Saverin join a consortium buying a minority stake in Liverpool

A consortium containing Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin is buying a minority stake in Premier League club Liverpool

Bezos and Saverin join a consortium buying a minority stake in Liverpool
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Ukraine says Russia drone attack hits Chernobyl

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said a Russian drone struck the destroyed nuclear power plant at Chernobyl near Ukraine’s border with Belarus. Russia has denied the allegation. Zelensky also said radiation levels appear normal and will continue to be monitored. Video released by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Service shows the alleged moment of attack.

Ukraine says Russia drone attack hits Chernobyl
Asia|Crime|World

Major stampedes in India over the years

At least 15 people, mostly women and children, died and 15 were injured in a stampede at New Delhi's main railway station, the chief minister of India's capital territory told

Major stampedes in India over the years
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What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?

The U.S. State Department's Taiwan page last week removed a previous reference to not supporting Taiwan's independence.

What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?
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Thousands rally in Slovakia to mark the 2018 slayings of an investigative journalist and his fiancee

Thousands have rallied all across Slovakia to mark the seventh anniversary of the slayings of an investigative journalist and his fiancee

Thousands rally in Slovakia to mark the 2018 slayings of an investigative journalist and his fiancee
MidEast|Political|World

Tens of thousands join mass funeral for slain Hezbollah leader Nasrallah

Tens of thousands join mass funeral for slain Hezbollah leader Nasrallah

Tens of thousands join mass funeral for slain Hezbollah leader Nasrallah
Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle|MidEast|World

What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?

Observant Muslims worldwide will soon be united in a ritual of daily fasting from dawn to sunset as the Islamic holy month of Ramadan starts

What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?
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Mpox still a health emergency, says WHO

The mpox outbreak is still a public health emergency, the World Health Organization said on Thursday.

Mpox still a health emergency, says WHO
Africa|Arts|Entertainment|Political|World

Military overtones vibrate through renowned Mali arts festival

Listeners swayed as the celebrated Malian duo Amadou and Mariam sang from a stage on the banks of the Niger River at an annual festival coloured this year by

Military overtones vibrate through renowned Mali arts festival
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CIA director says US has paused intelligence support to Ukraine

CIA director John Ratcliffe said the US paused intelligence sharing with Ukraine after a contentious White House meeting between Volodymyr Zelensky and President Trump. CNN's Nick Paton Walsh analyzes the impact cutting off intelligence sharing could have on Ukraine's fight against Russia.

CIA director says US has paused intelligence support to Ukraine
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Panama to allow 112 migrants deported from the US to move about freely in the country

Panama’s Security Minister Frank Ábrego says Panama will begin the process of issuing humanitarian passes to 112 migrants deported from the United States who have been held in a remote camp in the Darien region since last month

Panama to allow 112 migrants deported from the US to move about freely in the country
Environment|Science|World

The spring equinox is here. What does that mean?

Spring gets its official start Thursday in the Northern Hemisphere with the arrival of the vernal equinox

The spring equinox is here. What does that mean?
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Berlin on measures against U.S. tech giants: 'Nothing is off the table'

A German government spokesperson said on Friday that "nothing is off the table" with regards to punitive measures in response to the threat of U.S. tariffs.

Berlin on measures against U.S. tech giants: 'Nothing is off the table'
Americas|Lifestyle|MidEast|World

What is Eid al-Fitr and how do Muslims celebrate the Islamic holiday?

The Muslim holy month of Ramadan is drawing to an end and Muslims around the world will soon start celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr

What is Eid al-Fitr and how do Muslims celebrate the Islamic holiday?
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

Who are the Americans still in Russian custody?

Russia has released a Russian American imprisoned on treason charges that Washington has dismissed as ludicrous

Who are the Americans still in Russian custody?
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Bessent sees de-escalation in US-China trade tensions, talks to be 'a slog'

U.S.

Bessent sees de-escalation in US-China trade tensions, talks to be 'a slog'
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World Food Programme to reduce food support in Sudan due to funding shortages

The World Food Programme warned on Friday it is facing a funding shortfall that could impact its ability to supply support to people facing acute food shortages in Sudan within

World Food Programme to reduce food support in Sudan due to funding shortages
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Putin says he hopes there will be no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin says there has been no need to use nuclear weapons in the war in Ukraine and expressed hope that such a scenario will not arise

Putin says he hopes there will be no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine
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Britain and India clinch landmark trade deal

Britain and India clinched a free trade agreement on Tuesday, in a landmark deal that represents London's most significant post-Brexit pact, and was finalised in the shadow of U.S.

Britain and India clinch landmark trade deal
Europe|Political|World

Russia and Ukraine exchange 205 prisoners of war each

Russia and Ukraine swapped 205 prisoners of war each in an exchange mediated by the United Arab Emirates, both sides said on Tuesday.

Russia and Ukraine exchange 205 prisoners of war each
Arts|Education|Technology|World

From 'conclave' to 'white smoke,' a glossary of terms used in a papal transition

A change in popes is a complicated process

From 'conclave' to 'white smoke,' a glossary of terms used in a papal transition
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India great Virat Kohli retires from test cricket

India great Virat Kohli has retired from test cricket after playing 123 matches in his glorious 14-year red-ball career

India great Virat Kohli retires from test cricket
Technology|World

Israeli military intercepts missile launched from Yemen

The Israeli military said it intercepted a missile that was launched from Yemen towards Israel on Tuesday evening, and Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis claimed responsibility.

Israeli military intercepts missile launched from Yemen
Environment|Europe|World

Several homes affected by central England wildfire, fire service says

A major grass fire in Stourbridge, central England, has affected six properties and left two people suffering from the effects of heat and smoke, emergency services said on

Several homes affected by central England wildfire, fire service says
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Israel intercepts two missiles launched from Yemen, military says

Israel's military said it intercepted two missiles launched from Yemen and that sirens had sounded twice across the country including in Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank on Thursday, as

Israel intercepts two missiles launched from Yemen, military says
Africa|Political|World

UN rights chief urges warring sides in South Sudan to 'pull back from the brink'

The United Nations rights chief urged on Friday for warring sides in South Sudan to pull back from the brink, warning that the human rights situation risks

UN rights chief urges warring sides in South Sudan to 'pull back from the brink'
Arts|Science|Technology|Travel|World

What is Manhattanhenge and when can you see it?

Twice per year, New Yorkers and visitors are treated to a phenomenon known as Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligns with the Manhattan street grid and sinks below the horizon framed in a canyon of skyscrapers

What is Manhattanhenge and when can you see it?
Business|Economy|World

HSBC to close its US business banking unit to simplify operations

HSBC is exiting its business banking portfolio in the United States, as it continued to simplify operations and shift its focus to Asia and Middle East

HSBC to close its US business banking unit to simplify operations
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UK factories struggle as trade uncertainty, higher costs hit, PMI shows

The downturn in British manufacturing was less steep than first feared in May but output, orders and jobs continued to drop as companies cited recent tax hikes and U.S.

UK factories struggle as trade uncertainty, higher costs hit, PMI shows
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Wander Franco trial: Rays star faces sexual abuse, human trafficking charges in Dominican Republic

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco went to trial June 2 in the Dominican Republic in a sexual abuse case involving a 14-year-old girl

Wander Franco trial: Rays star faces sexual abuse, human trafficking charges in Dominican Republic
Economy|Europe|World

Criteria to adopt the euro currency

The European Commission said on Wednesday Bulgaria can enter the euro zone and become the bloc's 21st member from 2026.

Criteria to adopt the euro currency
Arts|Health|Political|Travel|World

WorldPride gathers in Washington as Trump rolls back LGBTQ+ rights

LGBTQ+ people from around the world gather in Washington this week for a parade, a political rally and cultural performances marking WorldPride to channel joy in

WorldPride gathers in Washington as Trump rolls back LGBTQ+ rights
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Lagarde comments at ECB press conference

The European Central Bank cut interest rates as expected on Thursday and kept all options on the table for its next meetings even as the case grows for a summer pause in

Lagarde comments at ECB press conference
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Porsche not planning to shift final assembly of cars to US

Porsche has no plans to shift any part of its production process to the U.S., a spokesperson said on Friday, dismissing a Bloomberg report saying the company was considering such a

Porsche not planning to shift final assembly of cars to US
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Soccer fan dies after fall during Nations League final between Spain and Portugal

A soccer fan has died during the Nations League final after falling from an overhead level onto the media area below

Soccer fan dies after fall during Nations League final between Spain and Portugal
Business|Crime|Education|World

Under Patel, FBI heightens focus on violent crime, illegal immigration. Other threats abound, too

The FBI under the leadership of Director Kash Patel has made fighting violent crime and illegal immigration top priorities

Under Patel, FBI heightens focus on violent crime, illegal immigration. Other threats abound, too
Crime|World

What we know about the Minnesota shooting suspect

Vance Boelter, the 57-year-old suspect sought by authorities for allegedly shooting Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota on Saturday, worked for a security company that advertised a fleet of “police type vehicles,” and other equipment that could potentially have aided him in appearing to be a police officer during the shooting.

What we know about the Minnesota shooting suspect
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Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company

Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company

Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company
Education|Travel|US|World

Before Juneteenth, volunteers are working to preserve Underground Railroad history in this Pennsylvania town

Before Juneteenth, volunteers are working to preserve Underground Railroad history in this Pennsylvania town

Before Juneteenth, volunteers are working to preserve Underground Railroad history in this Pennsylvania town
Science|Technology|World

How close is Iran to having nuclear weapons?

Israel has carried out attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, alleging Tehran was getting close to obtaining a nuclear weapon.

How close is Iran to having nuclear weapons?
Education|Health|Science|World

What is gender-affirming care? Your questions, answered

What is gender-affirming care? Your questions, answered

What is gender-affirming care? Your questions, answered
Health|Political|World

The legal status of assisted dying in different countries

British lawmakers voted on Friday to proceed with legislation to legalise assisted dying for the terminally ill, in what would be the country's biggest social change in a generation.

The legal status of assisted dying in different countries
Economy|World

US judge blocks Trump plan to tie states' transportation funds to immigration enforcement

A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump's administration from forcing 20 Democratic-led states to cooperate with immigration enforcement in order to

US judge blocks Trump plan to tie states' transportation funds to immigration enforcement
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

US singer Chris Brown pleads not guilty to assault charge in UK court

US singer Chris Brown pleads not guilty to assault charge in UK court

US singer Chris Brown pleads not guilty to assault charge in UK court
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Details emerge of secret diplomatic efforts to restart Iran talks

CNN's Kylie Atwood reports on The Trump administration discussing possibly helping Iran access as much as $30 billion to build a civilian-energy-producing nuclear program, easing sanctions, and freeing up billions of dollars in restricted Iranian funds.

Details emerge of secret diplomatic efforts to restart Iran talks
Business|Celebrity|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|Travel|World

Venice protests target Bezos over mounting grievances

Mass tourism, impossibly high rents, worker exploitation, inequality and elitism: Venice, Italy's protests in recent days against Jeff Bezos and Lauren

Venice protests target Bezos over mounting grievances
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Dollar question hovers over top central bankers meeting in Sintra

A million-dollar question will hang over the world's top central bankers when they meet in Sintra, Portugal, from Monday evening: Is the

Dollar question hovers over top central bankers meeting in Sintra
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Traders boost bets on Fed rate cuts 

Short-term U.S. interest-rate futures rose on Wednesday after a report that President Donald Trump is likely to fire Federal Reserve Jerome Powell soon, with traders now betting on rate

Traders boost bets on Fed rate cuts 
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Talking politics

Slice and dice it anyway you like and the week ahead for world markets will likely be dominated by politics and central banks in some shape or form.

Talking politics
Political|World

Israel and Syria agree to ceasefire, US ambassador to Turkey says

Israel and Syria agree to ceasefire, US ambassador to Turkey says

Israel and Syria agree to ceasefire, US ambassador to Turkey says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged, as expected

China kept benchmark lending rates unchanged on Monday, as forecast, after it reported slightly better-than-expected second-quarter economic data.

China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged, as expected
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

TEXT-Statement from the ECB following policy meeting

Following is the statement from the European Central Bank following its policy meeting.

TEXT-Statement from the ECB following policy meeting
Crime|Political|World

Massachusetts State House entrance splattered with paint, bomb squad called to Boston Common

Massachusetts State House entrance splattered with paint, bomb squad called to Boston Common

Massachusetts State House entrance splattered with paint, bomb squad called to Boston Common
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Stellantis expects gradual recovery in H2 and more 'tough decisions'

Stellantis guided on Tuesday for increased net revenues and a low-single digit operating income margin in the second half despite increasing headwinds, as the automaker aims for a

Stellantis expects gradual recovery in H2 and more 'tough decisions'
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Top Bank of Canada officials speak after central bank holds policy rate steady

Below are some key quotes from a news conference by Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem and Senior Deputy Governor Carolyn Rogers on Wednesday after the central bank held its key

Top Bank of Canada officials speak after central bank holds policy rate steady
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US weekly jobless claims rise marginally

The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits increased marginally last week, suggesting that the labor market remained stable, though it is taking

US weekly jobless claims rise marginally
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Quicksand

As Donald Trump's latest round of tariff turmoil ripples through markets and the global economy, U.S. company results continue to trickle in, policymakers in Britain and Mexico decide on

Quicksand
Crime|Health|World

A Tunisian musician was detained in LA after living in US for a decade. His doctor wife speaks out

Federal immigration agents detained a Tunisian man in Southern California who had a pending green card application

A Tunisian musician was detained in LA after living in US for a decade. His doctor wife speaks out
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Singapore property tycoon linked to jailed minister pleads guilty

Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng pleaded guilty to one charge of abetting the obstruction of justice on Monday in part of a landmark case that led to the jailing of

Singapore property tycoon linked to jailed minister pleads guilty
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Hurricane warning is issued for the Big Island of Hawaii as Tropical Storm Lala approaches

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Lala has formed in the Pacific Ocean and a hurricane warning has been issued for the Big Island of Hawaii

Hurricane warning is issued for the Big Island of Hawaii as Tropical Storm Lala approaches
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Zelensky speaks to CNN in Kyiv about recent surge of Russian ballistic attacks and the need for more interceptors missiles

Ukraine has only a tenth of the interceptor missiles it urgently needs from the United States to stop surging Russian ballistic missile attacks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN in an interview, adding his days are spent in “millions” of phone calls, in opaque deal-making with allies for more.

Zelensky speaks to CNN in Kyiv about recent surge of Russian ballistic attacks and the need for more interceptors missiles
Business|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|Travel|World

‘A movement taking shape’: Many US retirees are looking to move abroad. Here are the best countries for them

‘A movement taking shape’: Many US retirees are looking to move abroad. Here are the best countries for them

‘A movement taking shape’: Many US retirees are looking to move abroad. Here are the best countries for them
Environment|Health|Science|World

What is a famine and who declares one?

Famine is now occurring in Gaza City

What is a famine and who declares one?
Business|Economy|US|World

US weekly jobless claims fall amid low layoffs

The number of Americans filing new applications for jobless benefits fell last week, but tepid hiring could raise the unemployment rate to 4.3% in August.

US weekly jobless claims fall amid low layoffs
Health|Political|US|World

Trump dismisses rumors he is in ill health

President Donald Trump on Tuesday dismissed reports on social media that he is in ill health, saying he was busy over the Labor Day weekend

Trump dismisses rumors he is in ill health
Science|Technology|World

Israel intercepts missile fired from Yemen

The Israeli military said on Wednesday it had intercepted a missile launched from Yemen that triggered sirens across several areas of Israel.

Israel intercepts missile fired from Yemen
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Google hit with $3.45 billion EU antitrust fine over adtech practices

Alphabet's Google was hit with a 2.95-billion-euro ($3.45 billion) European Union antitrust fine on Friday for anti-competitive practices in its lucrative adtech

Google hit with $3.45 billion EU antitrust fine over adtech practices
Crime|World

South Sudan repatriates Mexican man deported from US

South Sudan repatriates Mexican man deported from US

South Sudan repatriates Mexican man deported from US
Africa|Business|Economy|World

Botswana launches new wealth fund to drive diversification and create jobs

Botswana has set up a new sovereign wealth fund to drive economic diversification, create jobs and manage state companies, officials said on Wednesday.

Botswana launches new wealth fund to drive diversification and create jobs
Business|Economy|Europe|World

TEXT-Statement from the ECB following policy meeting

Following is the statement from the European Central Bank following its policy meeting.

TEXT-Statement from the ECB following policy meeting
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Lagarde comments at ECB press conference

The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged on Thursday as expected but offered no clues about its next move, even as investors continue to bet that more

Lagarde comments at ECB press conference
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Hyundai battery plant faces at least 2-3 month startup delay following raid, CEO says

A battery plant co-owned by Hyundai Motor is facing a minimum startup delay of two to three months following an immigration raid last week, Hyundai CEO Jose Munoz

Hyundai battery plant faces at least 2-3 month startup delay following raid, CEO says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US equity funds record biggest weekly outflow in five weeks

U.S. investors dumped equity funds in the week to September 10, booking profits at record highs and cutting exposure on caution over lofty valuations and geopolitical tensions in the Middle

US equity funds record biggest weekly outflow in five weeks
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone current account surplus narrows

The current account surplus of the 20 nations sharing the euro narrowed in July on a lower surplus for services and a smaller primary income, which typically includes the flow of

Euro zone current account surplus narrows
Europe|World

Poland scrambles aircraft after Russia launches strikes on Ukraine

Polish and allied aircraft were deployed early on Saturday to ensure the safety of Polish airspace after Russia launched airstrikes targeting western Ukraine near the border with Poland,

Poland scrambles aircraft after Russia launches strikes on Ukraine
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Texas Democrats say their voices have been silenced by partisan redistricting

On the latest “All Over the Map” John King speaks to Democrats in Texas’ 35th district who say their voices have been silenced by redistricting efforts in the state.

Texas Democrats say their voices have been silenced by partisan redistricting
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UK firms lose momentum as they worry about new tax hikes, PMI shows

British firms have reported a loss of momentum and confidence ahead of possible new tax increases in finance minister Rachel Reeves' next budget in November,

UK firms lose momentum as they worry about new tax hikes, PMI shows
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A Jamaican man deported by the US to Eswatini has been repatriated, authorities say

A Jamaican man who was among five migrants deported by the United States to Eswatini in Africa has been repatriated to his home country

A Jamaican man deported by the US to Eswatini has been repatriated, authorities say
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Iran is facing a return of UN sanctions - what happens now? 

Iran and European powers remain at loggerheads as they try to strike a last-ditch deal to avert the return of U.N. sanctions before Saturday evening. 

Iran is facing a return of UN sanctions - what happens now? 
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US weekly jobless claims fall, but labor market softening

The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits fell last week, but the labor market has lost its luster amid an anemic pace of hiring.

US weekly jobless claims fall, but labor market softening
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How is the Nobel Peace Prize decided?

The winner of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize will be announced on October 10. Here is a look at how the award works: WHO DECIDES?

How is the Nobel Peace Prize decided?
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German unemployment rises more than expected in September

The number of people out of work in Germany rose more than expected in September, labour office figures showed on Tuesday, as the job market

German unemployment rises more than expected in September
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Judge blocks Trump from cutting counterterrorism funds for Democratic-led states

A federal judge in Rhode Island on Tuesday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting $233 million in counterterrorism grant funds for Democratic-led

Judge blocks Trump from cutting counterterrorism funds for Democratic-led states
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What the key witnesses at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial told the jury

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex crimes trial involved testimony from 34 witnesses

What the key witnesses at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial told the jury
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Dozens of undocumented migrants flown from Maine to Michigan following detention

Dozens of undocumented migrants flown from Maine to Michigan following detention

Dozens of undocumented migrants flown from Maine to Michigan following detention
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No payrolls, no problem as Wall Street extends run of highs

World stocks were on course for a solid weekly gain and more record highs as the seemingly unstoppable rally in tech shares and expectations

No payrolls, no problem as Wall Street extends run of highs
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South Asian women might be the winners of the gold rush

South Asian women might be the winners of the gold rush

South Asian women might be the winners of the gold rush
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Rift deepens between the Philippines, China over South China Sea

Relations between Manila and Beijing have soured under Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, with Manila pivoting back towards the United States which supports the Southeast

Rift deepens between the Philippines, China over South China Sea
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The ancient monastery hanging from the side of a cliff

The ancient monastery hanging from the side of a cliff

The ancient monastery hanging from the side of a cliff
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What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he expects to reach a fair trade deal with Chinese President Xi Jinping and downplayed risks of a clash over the issue of Taiwan.

What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?
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A look at the hostages whose remains are still inside Gaza

Palestinian militants have so far released 13 bodies of hostages held in Gaza for the past two years as part of the ceasefire agreement in the Israel-Hamas war

A look at the hostages whose remains are still inside Gaza
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Taiwan, China, World War Two and its aftermath

China said on Wednesday it would hold a ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of the "retrocession" of Taiwan to Chinese rule at the end of World War Two.

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Kyrgyzstan criticises EU sanctions on its banks over Russia links, calls for dialogue

Kyrgyzstan voiced regret on Friday over the inclusion of several Kyrgyz entities in the European Union's latest Russia sanctions list, a move it called "one-sided sanctions pressure

Kyrgyzstan criticises EU sanctions on its banks over Russia links, calls for dialogue
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Trump insists he can strike alleged drug traffickers without Congress declaring war

Rep. Dan Crenshaw joins The Lead

Trump insists he can strike alleged drug traffickers without Congress declaring war
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Suspects in Louvre Museum heist arrested

Police have arrested suspects as part of the investigation into the theft of jewels worth tens of millions of dollars from the Louvre Museum, the Paris prosecutor’s office said. CNN's Melissa Bell reports.

Suspects in Louvre Museum heist arrested
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The magical white stone wonderland with effervescent bathing pools

The magical white stone wonderland with effervescent bathing pools

The magical white stone wonderland with effervescent bathing pools
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IMF, Serbia reach staff-level agreement on 36-month deal

The International Monetary Fund and Serbia have reached a staff-level agreement on the second review under a 36-month arrangement to help support economic reforms in the Balkan

IMF, Serbia reach staff-level agreement on 36-month deal
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Why is Afghanistan so prone to earthquakes?

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck near the northern Afghan city of Mazar-e Sharif early on Monday, killing at least seven people and injuring about 150, just months after a quake and strong

Why is Afghanistan so prone to earthquakes?
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Thousands gather at pro-government rally in Serbia

More than 10,000 of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic's supporters rallied in the capital Belgrade on Wednesday to back the populist's policies after a year of anti-government

Thousands gather at pro-government rally in Serbia