Channel 4 pulls episodes of 'Married at First Sight UK' after sexual misconduct claims
Spanish fashion magnate's son arrested on suspicion of involvement in his death
Bodies of Italian divers located in sea cave
WHO chief raises alarm over scale of Ebola outbreak after death toll climbs
Home Depot's first quarter is driven by homeowner spring buying and professionals
Busiest US commuter rail system to resume operations as deal reached to end strike
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Boeing shares drop 4% after Trump announces China orders just 200 jets
China has agreed to buy 200 Boeing jets, U.S.
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UN human-rights experts urge Starbucks and US to address union-busting claims
A group of United Nations human-rights experts has asked Starbucks and the U.S. government to respond to allegations that Starbucks has carried out a years-long
May 15, 2026
Crime|Environment|Health|Travel|World
Small medical plane crashes in New Mexico mountains, killing all 4 people aboard
A small medical plane crashed in a mountain range outside Ruidoso, New Mexico, killing all four people aboard and sparking a wildfire in the surrounding forest
May 14, 2026
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US Border Patrol chief quits, adding to turnover among immigration officials
U.S.
May 14, 2026
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Venezuela debt restructuring to bring country 'out of shadows,' central bank chief says
Restructuring Venezuela's sovereign debt and that of state oil firm PDVSA will bring the country "out of the shadows" of the global financial system, interim
May 15, 2026
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US pledges new humanitarian aid to UN, says it must align with Trump's interests
The State Department's top aid official said on Thursday that $1.8 billion in new humanitarian aid to be provided by the U.S. through
May 15, 2026
Health|Science|US|World
U.S. reports no hantavirus cases from cruise outbreak, monitors 41
There are no confirmed cases in the United States of the Andes hantavirus outbreak that killed three people aboard a luxury cruise
May 15, 2026
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Bolsonaro reversal on ties to jailed banker leaves allies reeling
Allies of Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro scrambled on Thursday to play down ties to a jailed banker that threatened his odds in
May 15, 2026
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FCC approves Verizon's $1 billion spectrum purchase
The Federal Communications Commission said on Thursday it has approved Verizon's 2024 $1 billion deal to acquire some spectrum assets from U.S.
May 14, 2026
Arts|Travel|World
Egypt exhibits Tutankhamun tomb artifact and two restored New Kingdom tombs in Luxor
Egyptian authorities on Thursday exhibited a plaster blocking wall of King Tutankhamun's tomb in Luxor and unveiled two restored ancient tombs on the
May 15, 2026
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Israeli minister criticizes Barcelona star Lamine Yamal for waving Palestinian flag
The defense minister of Israel has criticized Barcelona’s teenage star Lamine Yamal for his waving of a Palestinian flag during celebrations of the Spanish league title win
May 14, 2026
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Garrick Higgo penalized 2 strokes for missing opening tee time at PGA Championship
Garrick Higgo found out in the PGA Championship if you’re not early, you’re late
May 15, 2026
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US pledges $1.8 billion more for UN humanitarian aid even as it's cut foreign assistance overall
The Trump administration has announced $1.8 billion in additional funding for U.N. humanitarian aid
May 15, 2026
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Ex-Brooklyn judge accused of swindling real estate investors out of millions of dollars
A former New York City judge who resigned last year while under investigation for professional misconduct has been charged with abusing his position to swindle real estate investors out of at least $5 million and then using some of the loot to pay his own bills
May 14, 2026
Asia|Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology|World
What proteins in prehistoric teeth reveal about Stone Age sex between early human species
What proteins in prehistoric teeth reveal about Stone Age sex between early human species
May 15, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
In new lawsuit, Justice Department challenges efforts to sanction Trump administration lawyers
The Justice Department is challenging efforts to sanction attorneys from the first and second Trump administrations, asserting in a lawsuit that the District of Columbia Bar is unfairly playing politics with the legal disciplinary process
May 14, 2026
Economy|Health|Political|Science|World
A surge in violence followed Trump's cuts to USAID programs in Africa, a study finds
A new study has found that the Trump administration's decision last year to dissolve the U.S. Agency for International Development — once a leading global aid donor — was followed by a significant increase in violence in several African countries the agency had supported
May 15, 2026
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Man charged after allegedly hurling rock at endangered monk seal
Man charged after allegedly hurling rock at endangered monk seal
May 15, 2026
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Law firms urge appeals court to keep blocking Trump's sanctions against them
An appeals court has heard arguments in a case challenging President Donald Trump's ability to sanction some of the nation’s most prestigious law firms over their ties to clients and representatives whom he dislikes
May 15, 2026
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New round of Lebanon-Israel talks kicks off as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues
Israel and Lebanon have started a third round of direct talks in Washington
May 14, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
FBI offers $200,000 for information on former Air Force intelligence specialist charged with spying for Iran
FBI offers $200,000 for information on former Air Force intelligence specialist charged with spying for Iran
May 15, 2026
Europe|Health|Political|World
Leading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government
Leading challenger to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits government
May 14, 2026
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China will do what it can to reopen Strait of Hormuz, Bessent says
U.S.
May 14, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Latvian prime minister resigns after controversy over stray Ukrainian drones
Latvian center-right Prime Minister Evika Silina has resigned after losing support from the Progressives Party, her left-leaning coalition partner
May 14, 2026
Business|Environment|Political|World
Iran allowing transit of Chinese vessels in Strait of Hormuz, Fars news reports
Iran has begun allowing some Chinese vessels to transit through the Strait of Hormuz following an understanding over Iranian management protocols for the waterway, the semi-
May 14, 2026
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US, China are discussing AI guardrails to safeguard most powerful models, Bessent says
U.S. and Chinese delegations are discussing artificial intelligence guardrails at their Beijing summit and will set up a protocol for best practices to
May 14, 2026
Political|World
Iran retains at most 'very moderate' strike capability, US admiral says
U.S. bombings have dealt a major blow to Iran's military and its defense industry, leaving Tehran with only a small or perhaps very moderate ability
May 14, 2026
Economy|Health|Political|World
US casts Israel-Lebanon talks on Thursday as 'positive and productive'
The United States cast Israel-Lebanon talks held in Washington on Thursday as "productive and positive
May 14, 2026
World
Gaza aid flotilla sets sail again after Israeli interceptions
Ships from the Global Sumud Flotilla set sail for a third time on Thursday from southern Turkey, after earlier attempts
May 14, 2026
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Oil ends flat as tanker crossings through Strait of Hormuz temper supply fears
Oil prices ended little changed on Thursday after Iran's state media said about 30 vessels had crossed the Strait of Hormuz, though attacks on one ship
May 14, 2026
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Iraq seeking financial assistance from IMF, World Bank as result of Iran war
Iraqi officials have approached the International Monetary Fund about securing financial assistance as a result of the
May 14, 2026
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Equities advance with tech boost, dollar rises after data
Strong demand for technology stocks lifted equity indexes around the world on Thursday, while the dollar rose after economic data and
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Bosnian Serb general Mladic's early release denied by UN court
A U.N. war crimes court said on Thursday it had denied a bid for early release by Ratko Mladic, the 84-year-old Bosnian Serb general convicted of genocide and crimes
May 14, 2026
Business|Crime|Technology|World
US jury awards family of Boeing 737 MAX crash victim $49.5 million
A jury in Chicago awarded $49.5 million to the family of a woman who was killed in the March 2019 crash of an Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 MAX.
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Venezuela says refiner Citgo's value has increased, calls for halting sale
Lawyers representing Venezuela told a U.S. court this week that the value of Venezuela-owned U.S. refiner Citgo Petroleum has increased since the sale
May 14, 2026
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
UK lawmaker resigns seat, clearing path for leadership challenger Burnham
British Labour lawmaker Josh Simons on Thursday said he would resign from his seat in parliament in a move designed to give Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham a chance to
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Blackstone data center vehicle makes muted debut after $1.75 billion IPO
Shares of Blackstone's newly minted investment vehicle opened flat in their market debut on Thursday, after the company raised $1.75 billion in its U.S.
May 14, 2026
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Xi tells Trump that mishandling of Taiwan could lead to 'dangerous' place
China's President Xi Jinping warned U.S.
May 14, 2026
Business|Political|World
US appeals court questions Trump's push to punish major law firms
President Donald Trump’s administration faced a skeptical federal appeals court on Thursday in its bid to revive the Republican
May 14, 2026
Economy|Environment|World
Cuba’s energy crisis to worsen as donated Russian oil runs out, minister warns
Cuba’s energy crisis to worsen as donated Russian oil runs out, minister warns
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
BoE's Pill calls for 'prompt but modest' rate hike to quell inflation pressure
Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said on Thursday a "prompt but modest" increase in interest rates would help to head off the risk of inflation pressure caused by
May 14, 2026
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Supreme Court revives suit against major logistics company with potentially big effects on industry
The Supreme Court says man can sue a major logistics company after he lost part of his leg in a semi tractor-trailer crash
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
China's Xi warns Trump that differences over Taiwan could lead to conflict
China’s Xi Jinping has warned President Donald Trump that their two countries could clash over Taiwan if the issue is not handled properly
May 14, 2026
Business|Political|US|World
Border Patrol chief Michael Banks resigns his position
Border Patrol chief Michael Banks resigns his position
May 14, 2026
Crime|US|World
Oklahoma executes a man convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend and her 7-month-old daughter
Oklahoma has executed a man who was convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend and her 7-month-old daughter nearly 20 years ago
May 14, 2026
Africa|Political|World
South African president removes social development minister
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday removed Sisisi Tolashe from the position of minister of social development.
May 14, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
U.S. officials flag prospect of Chinese energy purchases after Trump-Xi meeting
U.S. officials raised the prospect of China buying more American energy after Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping held talks in Beijing on
May 14, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Germany's Merz calls for EU budget overhaul as battle looms
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday called for a revamp of what he cast as the European Union's outdated budget system,
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
UK to tighten money market fund rules by end of year
Britain will impose tougher rules later this year on money market funds, which have been a focus of regulators since market turmoil in
May 14, 2026
Business|Political|World
Iran and UAE clash at BRICS foreign ministers' meeting
Iran's foreign minister accused the United Arab Emirates of direct involvement in military operations against his country during a BRICS meeting in New Delhi on Thursday,
May 14, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
'We are thirsty for justice': Philippine families demand senator face drug war charges
As tension and gunfire erupted inside the Philippine Senate, where Senator Ronald dela Rosa had taken refuge to evade arrest and later escaped,
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
'G2' choreography
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets U.S.
May 14, 2026
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European shares end at one-week highs on tech boost
European shares closed higher on Thursday, after hitting the highest in a week with a boost from technology stocks, while investors remained cautious
May 14, 2026
Asia|Political|World
Taiwan: no surprises from Trump-Xi summit, China should end military pressure
Taiwan said on Thursday that nothing surprising had come out of a summit between Chinese and U.S. leaders in Beijing, but that China should
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
Putin visit to China will take place very soon, Kremlin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China very soon and preparations for the trip are already complete, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday.
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Russia says it's establishing 'full partnership' with Afghan Taliban
Russia is establishing a "full-fledged partnership" with Afghanistan's ruling Taliban and is encouraging other countries in the region to expand cooperation with Kabul, a
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Canadian home sales rise in April, prices edge lower
Canadian home sales posted a modest increase in April from March after a slow start to the month, and prices edged lower, data from the Canadian Real Estate
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US weekly jobless claims increase moderately, labor market remains stable
The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits increased moderately last week, pointing to a stable labor market even as rising energy prices from the
May 14, 2026
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|World
Almost 20 million people in Sudan still face acute hunger, monitors say
Some 19.5 million Sudanese people, or more than 40% of the population, are facing acute hunger, according to a report by a global hunger monitor, as the
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|World
US Treasury's Bessent expects large Boeing order during China visit
U.S.
May 14, 2026
Education|Environment|Science|World
Scientists dig up Southeast Asia's largest dinosaur in Thailand
Along a meandering river in a warm and arid region that is now Thailand roughly 113 million years ago, a plant-eating behemoth almost 90 feet (27 meters) long browsed
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|US|World
Small cities in big Texas metro areas lead as the fastest growing municipalities in the US
Small cities in big Texas metro areas are the fastest-growing in the U.S. The Census Bureau reported Thursday that Celina, Princeton, Melissa and Anna were at the top of the list from mid-2024 to mid-2025
May 14, 2026
Health|Political|World
UK health minister Wes Streeting resigns
British health minister Wes Streeting resigned from government on Thursday, saying he had lost confidence in Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership.
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US's Bessent says soybeans 'all taken care of', cooling expectations for fresh Chinese buying
U.S.
May 14, 2026
Europe|World
Latvian Prime Minister resigns over handling of Ukrainian drone incidents
Latvia's centre-right Prime Minister Evika Silina said on Thursday she had resigned, triggering the collapse of her coalition government just
May 14, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Europe|Food|Travel|World
UK's Princess Kate learns pasta-making on visit to Italy
Britain's Princess of Wales learned how to make pasta on Thursday during a visit to a hillside community in northern Italy's so-called food valley, an area globally known for
May 14, 2026
Europe|Health|World
Denmark's Queen Margrethe admitted to hospital
Denmark's Queen Margrethe, 86, was admitted to hospital due to angina on Thursday, the royal court said.
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Inflation is most 'pressing risk' to US economy, Fed's Schmid says
Inflation is the biggest risk to a U.S. economy that has shown "remarkable resilience" in the face of numerous challenges, and the job market is stable, Kansas City Federal Reserve
May 14, 2026
Arts|Environment|Europe|Travel|World
Outcry in Italy over plans to expand Rome's famed Borghese Gallery
Italian heritage groups have said they will battle proposals to build a new structure near Rome's Borghese Gallery, saying the project would damage one of
May 14, 2026
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|World
Parts of Somalia face famine risk for first time since 2022
Areas of southern Somalia are at risk of famine, two global food security monitors said on Thursday, with one district reaching a level of hunger not seen in
May 14, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Yemen government, Houthis to release more than 1,600 prisoners in conflict's largest swap
The internationally recognised Yemeni government and the Iran-aligned Houthi group will exchange more than 1,600 prisoners, the office of the U.N. special envoy for
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
US import prices surge in April as fuels post biggest gain in four years
U.S. import prices surged in April, with the cost of fuels posting the largest increase in four years, another indication that the U.S.-backed war with Iran was boosting
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
King Charles visits Jewish area of London hit by antisemitic attacks
King Charles was greeted by cheering crowds on Thursday when he visited an area of London which has suffered a spate of antisemitic attacks in recent weeks, in a show of
May 14, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Israel to sue New York Times over article on rape of Palestinian detainees, Netanyahu says
Israel plans to sue The New York Times and one of its journalists for defamation over an article that said Israeli soldiers, prison guards and settlers
May 14, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Taliban detains three journalists in Afghanistan, UN says
Afghanistan's Taliban government has detained at least three journalists on unspecified charges, the United Nations mission there said on Thursday in
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US business inventories post biggest gain in nearly four years in March
U.S. business inventories increased by the most in nearly four years in March, boosted by stocks at wholesalers, government data showed on Thursday.
May 14, 2026
Business|Crime|Technology|Travel|World
Denver runway fatality reveals a weakness in airport security
An intruder was killed on a Denver runway after exploiting a security gap at one of the nation’s busiest airports
May 14, 2026
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Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline
Italy's defence minister said on Thursday he had written twice to the Treasury urging a decision on whether to tap a European Union arms-
May 14, 2026
Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World
Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy
Pope Leo on Thursday decried rising European military spending, which grew last year by the highest amount since the end of the Cold War amid pressure from
May 14, 2026
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Dollar strengthens after data with Trump-Xi summit under way
The dollar climbed for a fourth straight day on Thursday, as economic data continued to shift market expectations away from a potential rate cut from
May 14, 2026
Business|Education|Europe|Health|Technology|World
Italy parents' group faces Meta, TikTok in Milan court over minors' social media use
An Italian parents' group and a number of families faced off against Meta and TikTok on Thursday in the first hearing of a lawsuit that seeks to restrict
May 14, 2026
Environment|Europe|Travel|World
Horde of amorous peacocks ruffles feathers in Italian seaside town
Horde of amorous peacocks ruffles feathers in Italian seaside town
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
IMF staff heading to Ukraine to review $8.1 billion loan program in coming weeks
International Monetary Fund staff will visit Ukraine in coming weeks to review the country's progress in implementing economic reforms and broadening
May 14, 2026
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World
Cross-country scheme to steal cryptocurrency involved fake food orders and violent break-ins, prosecutors say
Cross-country scheme to steal cryptocurrency involved fake food orders and violent break-ins, prosecutors say
May 14, 2026
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World
Kouri Richins’ boys wanted her to get life in prison. Their wish was granted
Kouri Richins’ boys wanted her to get life in prison. Their wish was granted
May 14, 2026
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World
Over 40% of Sudan's population face high levels of acute food insecurity, monitoring group warns
A global hunger monitoring group reported that over 40% of Sudan's population faces acute food insecurity through May
May 14, 2026
Health|US|World
Judge blocks Trump administration’s demand for Rhode Island hospital's records of transgender kids
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's demands for confidential transgender patient information from Rhode Island's largest hospital
May 14, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US|Videos|World
Trump administration will join a prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalism
President Donald Trump and several top administration officials are joining with a cast of mostly conservative Christian clergy this Sunday for a prayer gathering
May 14, 2026
Arts|Sports|World
The curious case of the missing Wanamaker Trophy
The curious case of the missing Wanamaker Trophy
May 15, 2025
Arts|Business|Education|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|World
The world's reaction to hantavirus is tinged by echoes of something else: COVID
The coronavirus pandemic's impact lingers, influencing our lives in both obvious and subtle ways
May 14, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Gaza risks becoming permanently divided, top official warns
Gaza risks becoming permanently divided, top official warns
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
Honda just lost money for the first time in 70 years
Honda just lost money for the first time in 70 years
May 14, 2026
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World
Pope decries the rise of AI-directed warfare, saying it leads to a spiral of annihilation
Pope Leo XIV has denounced investments in AI and high-tech weaponry, warning they lead to a “spiral of annihilation.”
May 14, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|World
El Niño is coming faster than expected and chances are rising that it will be historically strong
El Niño is coming faster than expected and chances are rising that it will be historically strong
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Americans are shelling out for higher gas prices while cutting back on some goods
Americans are shelling out for higher gas prices while cutting back on some goods
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US filings for jobless benefits hits 211,000 as the war in Iran drags on, clouding economic forecast
The number of Americans filing for jobless aid rose last week but remains historically low despite the economic uncertainty caused by the war in Iran
May 14, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Hungary summons Russian ambassador after drone attack in Ukraine
Hungary's government has summoned Russia's ambassador over a massive drone attack near its border with Ukraine
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|US|World
Neo-Nazi leader gets 15 years for recruiting violent attacks, including a Santa poison plot
The leader of an Eastern European neo-Nazi group has been sentenced in New York to 15 years in prison for trying to recruit others to commit violent acts against Jews and racial minorities
May 14, 2026
Health|Travel|World
France allows asymptomatic passengers off new cruise ship struck by stomach bug outbreak
Passengers unaffected by an illness outbreak on a British cruise ship have been allowed to disembark in the French port city of Bordeaux
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Opinion|Political|World
Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling rise’ in antisemitism in UK after spate of attacks
Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling rise’ in antisemitism in UK after spate of attacks
May 14, 2026
Arts|Travel|World
Underwater memorial to wrecked slave ship draws pilgrims seeking to connect with their roots
A group of Black divers recently visited the site where the British slave ship Henrietta Marie sank 326 years ago
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|World
White House scrambles for gas-price relief as Iran war drags on
Trump administration officials are scrambling to contain the economic and political fallout of the war with Iran, three people
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Iran urges BRICS nations to condemn war, Indian-flagged vessel sunk
Iran’s foreign minister urged BRICS nations on Thursday to condemn what he called violations of international law by the United States
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
China April new loans unexpectedly shrink as weak demand weighs
China’s new yuan loans contracted in April for the first time in nine months, sharply undershooting forecasts as seasonal factors and weak household
May 14, 2026
Crime|Health|World
Judge orders US government to return Colombian woman deported to DR Congo
Judge orders US government to return Colombian woman deported to DR Congo
May 14, 2026
Asia|Crime|Environment|World
Dust storms and lightning kill at least 96 people in northern India
Dust storms, heavy rain, and lightning have damaged homes and killed at least 96 people in northern India
May 14, 2026
Arts|Food|Political|Travel|World
Beijing state banquet sets the table for Trump-Xi reset
When Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping sat down to a lavish state banquet in Beijing on Thursday, the menu itself read like a
May 14, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court flees from Senate
A Philippine senator wanted by the International Criminal Court has fled from the Senate, where he sought refuge to evade arrest
May 14, 2026
Crime|US|World
A Maryland attorney took in his daughter’s family. His son-in-law then fatally shot him, prosecutors say
A Maryland attorney took in his daughter’s family. His son-in-law then fatally shot him, prosecutors say
May 14, 2026
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Jeffries' job grows more difficult in race for House and speaker's gavel
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries had warned Republicans they would come to regret the congressional redistricting fight
May 14, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Zelenskiy's ex-top aide arrested as Ukraine graft probe widens
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's former right-hand man was taken into custody on Thursday on money-laundering charges, part of a
May 14, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
China's Xi lauds 'new positioning' in ties with US
China's President Xi Jinping hailed on Thursday a "new positioning" of ties with the United States that envisages cooperation with
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Investors gird for high US Treasury yields as new Fed Chair Warsh battles inflation
Investors are bracing for U.S.
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Foxconn reports forecast-beating 19% jump in Q1 profit on AI demand
Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker, reported on Thursday a 19% rise in first-quarter profit versus
May 14, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Thai economic growth likely slowed in first quarter on tourism slump
Thailand's economic growth likely slowed in the first quarter of 2026 and was barely positive on a quarterly basis, according to a Reuters poll of
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|World
India says safe, unimpeded maritime flows vital for global economic well-being
Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said on Thursday that "safe, unimpeded maritime flows" through international waters, including the Strait of Hormuz and
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Taiwan considers resubmitting request for rejected defence budget items
Taiwan's government said on Thursday it was considering resubmitting to parliament a request for items cut by lawmakers from a special defence budget given how crucial they
May 14, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Philippine politician wanted by ICC makes 'escape' after Senate chaos
A top Philippine politician wanted by the International Criminal Court was no longer taking refuge at the Senate after what his wife
May 14, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|World
South Africa's Ramaphosa gets party backing over 'Farmgate' scandal, SABC reports
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has secured the backing of his party's top decision-making body over a scandal triggered by the theft of bundles of cash in
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
India's wholesale inflation quickens to 3-1/2-year high of 8.3% as energy costs soar
India's wholesale price inflation rose unexpectedly to 8.3% in April, the fastest pace in three-and-a-half years, government
May 14, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World
China renews, then halts licenses for hundreds of US beef exporters amid Trump-Xi summit
Chinese customs appeared to have halted export clearances for hundreds of U.S. beef plants on Thursday, hours after Reuters
May 14, 2026
Americas|Political|World
Trump's talk of 51st US state met with near-silence in Venezuela
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed interest in making Venezuela the 51st U.S. state
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
AI rally powers on, Trump-Xi summit takes centre stage
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The record-setting AI-led rally appears to be chugging along just fine as investors shrug off the prospect of interest rates
May 14, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Philippine Senate to convene as court next week for VP Duterte impeachment
The Philippine Senate will convene as an impeachment court on May 18 ahead of the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, its president said on Thursday,
May 14, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Gunshots fired in Philippines parliament as senator wanted by ICC resists arrest
Gunshots fired in Philippines parliament as senator wanted by ICC resists arrest
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
Honda records its first-ever annual loss on a costly EV strategy
Honda says it racked up a full-year loss for the first time ever, losing $2.7 billion in the last fiscal year due to a costly electric-vehicle strategy
May 14, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World
BRICS foreign ministers meet in India as Iran war, oil prices and divisions test the bloc's unity
BRICS foreign ministers have started a two-day meeting in New Delhi
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Honda posts first annual loss on $9 billion EV writedown, scraps EV sales goals
Honda Motor posted its first annual loss in nearly 70 years as a listed company on Thursday, hit by more than $9 billion in costs to restructure its
May 14, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|US|World
Man known for racially derogatory livestreams charged with attempted murder after Tennessee shooting
Authorities say a man who livestreams himself saying racially derogatory statements to Black people in public settings has been arrested and charged with attempted murder after a shooting outside a Tennessee courthouse
May 14, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Samsung Electronics urges union to resume talks as strike threat looms
Samsung Electronics on Thursday proposed that its South Korean labour union resume pay talks after government-mediated negotiations fell apart, a union leader said, citing a
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
China's yuan hits 3-year high, stocks dip, as investors await details from Trump-Xi summit
China's yuan edged up to a three-year high against the dollar on Thursday, while key stock indexes pulled away from recent peaks, as investors awaited more news from a
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
BOJ board member Masu calls for early rate hike, joins hawkish chorus
The Bank of Japan should raise interest rates as soon as possible if there are no clear signs of an economic slowdown, board member Kazuyuki Masu said in
May 14, 2026
Asia|Crime|Environment|World
Violent storm tears through India's most populous state, killing over 100
A violent storm bringing rain and hail scythed across India's most populous state of Uttar Pradesh, killing more than 100
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Asia Pacific banks face growing credit risks, raise provisions as Iran war drags on
Asia Pacific banks may have to raise their loan loss provisions further in the near-term as the Iran conflict
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
US clears H200 chip sales to 10 China firms as Nvidia CEO looks for breakthrough
The U.S. has cleared around 10 Chinese firms to buy Nvidia's second-most powerful AI chip, the H200, but not a single delivery has been made so far, three people familiar with the
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World
BlackRock's GIP teams up with Temasek, Abu Dhabi heavyweights to target $30 billion in infrastructure deals
BlackRock's GIP has partnered with Singapore's Temasek and Abu Dhabi's
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
UK economy posts strong Q1, but Iran war casts shadow over outlook
Britain's economy grew unexpectedly in March to cap another strong first quarter, suggesting it was in better shape as the Iran war escalated
May 14, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
French central bank succession fight tests Macron's sway ahead of 2027 election
French President Emmanuel Macron faces a test next week when lawmakers decide whether to approve his former chief of staff to run the
May 14, 2026
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Sports|World
Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline 2026 World Cup Final halftime show
Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline 2026 World Cup Final halftime show
May 14, 2026
Political|World
UAE denies Netanyahu secretly visited the country during the Iran war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says he quietly visited the United Arab Emirates during the Iran war
May 14, 2026
Asia|Business|World
South Korea official says unlikely anyone but Iran behind Hormuz ship attack, Yonhap reports
The possibility that an entity other than Iran was responsible for the attack against a South Korean cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz is low, a senior official in Seoul
May 14, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Japan is considering extra budget on rising fuel bills, sources say
Japan's government is looking at compiling a supplementary budget to reduce the burden on households from rising fuel
May 14, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Rights group says M23, Rwandan army committed killings, rapes in Congo’s Uvira
M23 rebels and the Rwandan army carried out killings, rapes and abductions during a month-long occupation of Uvira in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo in late 2025 and
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
Nvidia CEO hopes Trump and Xi will improve two-way ties, CCTV says
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told state broadcaster CCTV on Thursday that he hoped U.S.
May 14, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Political|World
A Vienna cafe offers a welcome for Israel supporters as tensions brew at the Eurovision Song Contest
Vienna's coffeehouses have embraced the Eurovision Song Contest, but tensions over Israel’s participation have surfaced
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
US House passes bill allowing year-round sales of E15 gasoline
The U.S.
May 14, 2026
Economy|Environment|World
Protests flare across Havana as power cuts deepen amid US blockade
Protests broke out across the Cuban capital of Havana on Wednesday evening as the city confronted its worst rolling blackouts in decades amid a U.S.
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
As Iran war jolts Air India, Lufthansa and Cathay pounce on fast-growing market
Air India's thousands of flight cuts due to the Iran war and Pakistan's airspace ban have become a boon for foreign carriers, with Lufthansa Group
May 14, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Russia hits Kyiv with drones and ballistic missiles, injuring at least 4
Russia has launched a mass drone and missile attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, injuring at least four people
May 14, 2026
Health|Science|World
Hantavirus risk to US public remains low, CDC says
The risk from hantavirus to the general public remains very low, and the U.S.
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Who is incoming Fed chair Kevin Warsh?
The U.S. Senate on Wednesday confirmed Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve
May 14, 2026
Americas|Entertainment|Sports|World
Messi has 2 goals and an assist as Inter Miami rallies for 5-3 victory over Cincinnati
Lionel Messi had two goals and an assist, German Berterame had the go-ahead goal in the 84th minute and Inter Miami rallied for a 5-3 victory over Cincinnati, extending its road winning streak to seven
May 14, 2026
Health|Political|World
US judge blocks Justice Department bid for Rhode Island hospital transgender care records
A U.S. judge on Wednesday blocked the Justice Department from forcing a Rhode Island hospital to hand over records on gender-affirming care for transgender youth,
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Citadel asked some Hong Kong quant staff to relocate, FT reports
Hedge fund Citadel has moved some of its core researchers out of Hong Kong, telling members of its global quantitative strategies team in recent months that they had to either
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
Land management company EagleRock raises about $320 million in US IPO
EagleRock, a land and resource management company that collects royalties and fees from oil and gas production on the land it controls in the Permian Basin, has raised $320.1
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Threatened Samsung strike poses significant risk to South Korea growth, Finance Minister says
A threatened strike by Samsung Electronics' union would be a significant risk to South Korea's economic growth, exports and markets, Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said on
May 14, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Smoke and coffee fire up Darderi for after-midnight win at Italian Open quarterfinals
Luciano Darderi reaches the Italian Open semifinals after defeating teenager Rafael Jodar in a match that ended after 2 a.m. local time
May 13, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
New York man found guilty in Chinese 'secret police station' case
A New York man was found guilty on Wednesday of acting as an unregistered agent of the Chinese government after a trial over federal prosecutors' allegations
May 14, 2026
Business|Political|US|World
Miami residents sue over Florida's donation of state land for Trump library
Miami residents and a nonprofit group sued on Wednesday over Florida's donation of land in Miami for the Donald J.
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Gloom in UK housing market shows no sign of lifting, RICS survey shows
Buyers in Britain's housing market stayed downbeat last month as the economic fallout from the Iran war and rising mortgage rates weighed on sentiment, a survey from the Royal
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Air NZ warns of largest loss in four years as Iran war sends fuel cost soaring
Air New Zealand on Thursday forecast its largest pre-tax annual loss in four years, as sky-high fuel costs due to the Middle East conflict
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World
NAACP says Tennessee redistricting intentionally discriminates on basis of race
U.S. civil rights group NAACP said on Wednesday the new congressional map approved last week by Tennessee Republicans intentionally discriminated on
May 14, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Russia launches huge drone attack on western Ukraine by NATO's border, killing six
Russia unleashed a massive daytime drone attack on Ukraine on Wednesday, targeting critical infrastructure in the west, killing at least six people and
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Travel|World
Allegiant Air and Sun Country complete merger, creating larger budget airline for travelers
Allegiant Air says it has completed its purchase of Sun Country Airlines, bringing together two low-cost carriers and creating a larger budget airline for travelers
May 14, 2026
Business|Environment|Health|Travel|World
Survivors of plane crash off Florida were on a life raft for hours with no idea if help was coming
Eleven people who survived a plane crash about 50 miles off the Florida coast were on a life raft for hours and had no idea anyone was coming to save them when rescue crews from the U.S. military arrived
May 14, 2026
Crime|Economy|US|World
Taxpayer-funded sexual harassment settlements involving lawmakers exceeded $550,000, newly released documents show
Taxpayer-funded sexual harassment settlements involving lawmakers exceeded $550,000, newly released documents show
May 14, 2026
World
Supporters of bill to aid Ukraine and sanction Russia hit number to force House vote
Supporters of a bill to aid Ukraine and sanction Russia have reached a critical threshold to force a vote in the House
May 14, 2026
Africa|Crime|Europe|World
Remains of 2nd US soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered
The U.S. military says the remains of the second U.S. Army soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Trading Day: Inflation? Stocks don't care
Investors shrugged off a sharp rise in U.S. producer inflation and spike in bond yields on Wednesday to push the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to new highs,
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
New Zealand home prices dip in April as living costs weigh
New Zealand home prices slipped in April as high living costs dampened buyer sentiment, though most regions were steady and overall market conditions were largely unchanged,
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Fed's Collins expects inflation pressures from Iran war to eventually subside, WSJ reports
Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins told the Wall Street Journal on Wednesday that she expects inflation pressures from the Iran war to eventually subside and that the
May 14, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Iran war looms over Trump's China visit, shifts alliances
The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran loomed over U.S.
May 13, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Brazil markets rattled by report linking Flavio Bolsonaro to disgraced banker
Brazilian financial markets reeled on Wednesday as traders pointed to a report alleging ties between Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and a scandal-plagued banker, with some
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
HF Sinclair terminates CFO Atanas Atanasov
U.S. refiner HF Sinclair's CFO Atanas Atanasov, who has been on leave of absence since late February amid concerns raised by its audit committee, has been terminated, the company
May 14, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Rubio: U.S. wants China to press Iran to change course in Gulf
The United States hopes to convince China to play a more active role in trying to persuade Iran to walk away from what it is doing in the Gulf, U.S.
May 14, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Federal judge blocks US sanctions against UN expert on Palestinian territories
A federal judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked U.S. sanctions against Francesca Albanese, a U.N. expert on the Palestinian territories, finding that the Trump
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Venezuela starts sovereign, PDVSA debt overhaul; liabilities seen above $150 billion
Venezuela on Wednesday launched a restructuring of its sovereign debt and that of state oil firm PDVSA, lifting bond prices, as it seeks relief from what it called unsustainable
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
He fought Trump’s tariffs through the Supreme Court all the way to a refund
He fought Trump’s tariffs through the Supreme Court all the way to a refund
May 14, 2026
Economy|Political|Technology|World
The Latest: Trump in China for Xi meeting to focus on Iran war, trade and US arms sales to Taiwan
U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for his highly anticipated summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at a restless moment for a world worried about war, trade and artificial intelligence
May 13, 2026
Health|Science|Travel|World
Doctor on ship who helped care for passengers with hantavirus leaves medical isolation unit
An oncologist traveling on the cruise ship at the center of a hantavirus outbreak has been cleared to leave a special biocontainment unit in Nebraska, where he was the lone American placed in isolation after he helped care for fellow passengers who became sick on board
May 14, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Barcelona's 100-point bid ends in a 1-0 loss at Alaves in the Spanish league
Barcelona’s hopes of reaching the 100-point mark in the Spanish league have ended with a 1-0 loss at Alaves
May 14, 2026
Crime|MidEast|World
Israeli drone strikes on vehicles in Lebanon kill 12 people, including 2 children
The Lebanese Health Ministry says that Israeli airstrikes have struck seven vehicles in Lebanon, killing 12 people
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World
King Charles III lays out UK government agenda as Starmer's job hangs in the balance
King Charles III has outlined the British government's legislative plans as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure to stay in power
May 13, 2026
Education|Europe|Health|World
Princess Catherine arrives in Italy on first solo trip abroad after cancer goes into remission
Britain’s Princess Catherine is making her first overseas trip since announcing her cancer is in remission
May 13, 2026
Health|Science|Travel|World
New Yorker describes hantavirus quarantine experience after cruise ship outbreak: "Trying to stay positive"
New Yorker describes hantavirus quarantine experience after cruise ship outbreak: "Trying to stay positive"
May 14, 2026
Sports|World
Paris Saint-Germain clinches league title with 2-0 win over closest rival Lens
Paris Saint-Germain clinched a record-extending 14th French league title after winning 2-0 at closest rival Lens
May 14, 2026
Business|Crime|Entertainment|World
Harvey Weinstein reports chest pain and court ends early as jury deliberates in his rape retrial
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers say their client felt chest pains as jurors deliberated in his rape retrial
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Canadian dollar extends daily losing streak as BoC minutes show patience
The Canadian dollar edged lower for a sixth straight day against its U.S. counterpart on Wednesday, as the greenback posted broad-based gains and minutes
May 14, 2026
Business|Crime|US|World
South Carolina lawyer Murdaugh's murder conviction overturned
South Carolina's highest court on Wednesday overturned the murder conviction of former lawyer Richard "Alex" Murdaugh, who was serving two consecutive life sentences for allegedly
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
S&P 500, Nasdaq boosted by chips to record closing highs
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq gained ground on Wednesday with a boost from artificial intelligence-related tech shares, which helped markets
May 13, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Israel's Eurovision Song Contest entrant heard booing as he went onstage
Israel's contestant at the Eurovision Song Contest semi-final on Tuesday heard the boos of a small number of pro-Palestinian protesters
May 14, 2026
Health|Science|World
59,000-year-old tooth offers a rare glimpse into how Neanderthals handled a medical problem
59,000-year-old tooth offers a rare glimpse into how Neanderthals handled a medical problem
May 14, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Manchester City keeps the pressure on Arsenal with 3-0 win against Crystal Palace
The Premier League title race is not over yet
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Tech carries Wall Street to records, even as most stocks fall after discouraging inflation data
A rebound for technology stocks led Wall Street to records, even though the majority of U.S. stocks fell following another discouraging update on inflation
May 13, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
US deportations to El Salvador double as Bukele aligns himself with Trump agenda
Official figures show that the number of people deported to El Salvador from the United States nearly doubled in the first months of 2026
May 14, 2026
Election|Finance|US|World
Louisiana advances plan for new US House districts as Georgia joins redistricting effort for 2028
Republican senators in Louisiana have advanced a plan to eliminate one of two majority-Black U.S. House districts for this year's elections
May 13, 2026
Crime|Political|Sports|World
Memphis residents claim harassment, arrest and abuse by Trump-ordered Memphis Safe Task Force
Four Memphis residents say they have been harassed, arrested and physically mistreated for engaging in activities protected by the First Amendment such as observing and recording law enforcement personnel in their city
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Warsh wins confirmation as Fed chair, with inflation on the march
The U.S.
May 14, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|World
Trump wants China's help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas
When U.S.
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
BP to meet union leaders next week for Whiting refinery negotiations
BP will meet with union leaders on Monday to resume contract negotiations for workers at its Whiting, Indiana, oil refinery, the company and United Steelworkers union said
May 14, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
US House members defy leadership, to force vote on Ukraine aid
A U.S.
May 13, 2026
Crime|US|World
Family of Black motorist killed in 2019 traffic stop reaches $4.8 million settlement with Louisiana officials
Louisiana officials reached a tentative $4.8 million settlement with the family of Ronald Greene, an unarmed Black motorist who died in May 2019 in
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Technology|World
KKR-backed ambulance giant GMR valued at $3 billion as shares fall in NYSE debut
Emergency medical services heavyweight GMR Solutions was valued at $3.01 billion after its shares fell 10% in its New York Stock Exchange debut on Wednesday, adding to a string of
May 13, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|World
US airlines should improve pilot training for smoke in cockpit, NTSB says
The National Transportation Safety Board on Wednesday recommended improving training for pilot preparedness for smoke-in-cockpit emergencies after a
May 14, 2026
Business|Political|World
UAE denies Netanyahu held secret meeting with Emirati president in the UAE during Iran war
The United Arab Emirates' foreign ministry denied on Wednesday a statement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office that he visited the country and held a
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Oil settles lower on US rate hike fears; investors watch Trump-Xi meeting
Oil prices settled lower on Wednesday as investors worried about possible U.S. interest rate hikes and awaited updates on a high-stakes summit in
May 13, 2026
Political|Sports|Travel|US|World
US drops bond requirement for World Cup ticket holders
The Trump administration will not require World Cup ticket holders from countries flagged for high rates of visa overstays to pay expensive
May 13, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Top ANC official backs President Ramaphosa over 'Farmgate' scandal
A top official in South Africa's African National Congress party threw his weight behind President Cyril Ramaphosa on Wednesday over the "Farmgate"
May 13, 2026
MidEast|Political|US|World
US Senate blocks latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers, support grows
U.S.
May 14, 2026
Sports|Travel|US|World
Foreign ticket holders from World Cup qualifying countries won't have to pay bonds to enter US
The Trump administration is suspending a requirement that foreign visitors from countries that have qualified for the World Cup and have bought tickets for the soccer tournament pay as much as $15,000 in bonds to enter the United States
May 13, 2026
Education|Europe|Technology|World
'Spark Interactive' trailer brings Holocaust education into the digital age
'Spark Interactive' trailer brings Holocaust education into the digital age
May 14, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Mexico's Sheinbaum denies reports of CIA operations there while CNN stands by report
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum denies a CNN report claiming the CIA conducted deadly operations in Mexico
May 13, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Macron ends Africa trip in Ethiopia with focus on UN reform and inclusive governance
French President Emmanuel Macron has concluded his Africa visit with talks in Ethiopia
May 14, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Senate confirms Trump pick Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, following Powell
The Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve
May 13, 2026
Interview|Sports|World
Cameron Young and Justin Thomas see the PGA Championship differently because of their fathers
For a golf world that tends to view the PGA Championship as the fourth of the four majors, Cameron Young and Justin Thomas see it differently
May 14, 2026
Economy|Political|Travel|World
On the road to Tehran, Iranians on edge as threat of resumption of war looms
On the road to Tehran, Iranians on edge as threat of resumption of war looms
May 14, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
Former private prison executive David Venturella will become ICE's acting leader
The Trump administration says a former executive at a private prison operator will serve as the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
May 13, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Russia fires 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace
Russia has launched a massive daytime drone attack on Ukraine, firing at least 800 drones across 20 regions of the country
May 13, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Palestinian man shot dead while climbing West Bank barrier into Israel in search of work
Palestinian authorities say Israeli police have shot and killed a Palestinian man attempting to climb the barrier separating the West Bank from Jerusalem
May 13, 2026
Crime|Lifestyle|US|World
Oklahoma set to execute man convicted of killing ex-girlfriend and baby in Tulsa fire
Oklahoma set to execute man convicted of killing ex-girlfriend and baby in Tulsa fire
May 13, 2026
Crime|Health|US|World
Sheriff says he's 'thankful' and 'blessed' after stabbing
Sheriff says he's 'thankful' and 'blessed' after stabbing
May 14, 2026
Arts|Environment|Sports|Travel|World
Artist rolls out the green carpet for team Algeria with giant earthwork
Artist rolls out the green carpet for team Algeria with giant earthwork
May 14, 2026
Europe|Health|Travel|World
Cruise ship, carrying many Brits, stranded in France after stomach flu outbreak
A cruise ship, carrying more than 1,000 passengers many of whom are British, remained stranded in Bordeaux on Wednesday after an outbreak
May 13, 2026
Business|Crime|Environment|US|World
Expected closure of Everglades detention center is no accident given timing, environmentalists say
Environmental groups say the expected closure of a detention center in the Florida Everglades is linked to their lawsuit
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
UK police plan 'unprecedented' operation to prevent trouble at weekend protests
London police said on Wednesday they would mount an "unprecedented" operation this weekend to prevent violence and serious disorder when two large protests
May 13, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
US Justice Department drafts legal opinion backing demands for state voter rolls
The Department of Justice has issued a formal legal justification for the federal government's demands that states share their unredacted voter rolls, even though half
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Saudi warplanes struck militias in Iraq during war, sources say
Saudi fighter jets bombed targets linked to powerful Tehran-backed Shi'ite militias in Iraq during the
May 13, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
Gunshots fired in standoff at Philippine Senate over ICC suspect
Gunshots broke out in chaotic scenes at the Philippine Senate on Wednesday where troops had been deployed after a politician wanted by
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World
France probes whether Israeli firm BlackCore interfered in local elections, sources say
French authorities are examining whether a foreign interference campaign aimed at a hard-left party ahead of March's municipal
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Iran, Ukraine wars deliver worst hit in years to oil refining output
Refinery attacks tied to the wars in Iran and Ukraine have knocked out nearly 9% of global oil refining capacity in recent months,
May 13, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|MidEast|World
Families of Pakistani hostages held by Somali pirates for 23 days call for their rescue
Ambreen Fatima protested in Karachi with her children on Wednesday for the release of her husband, one of ten Pakistani crew aboard an oil tanker seized by
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Moscow authorities restrict publication of photos and videos of aftermath of drone strikes
Moscow authorities have imposed restrictions on the publication of photos and videos showing the aftermath of "terrorist attacks", including drone strikes, the office of
May 13, 2026
Business|Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Hungary summons Russian ambassador over drone strikes on western Ukraine
Hungary has summoned Russia's ambassador over a drone attack on western Ukraine, Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Wednesday.
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
BoE to hold rates at 3.75% this year, but growing minority expect a hike: Reuters poll
The Bank of England will hold borrowing costs at 3.75% this year, a Reuters poll of economists found, though over a third
May 13, 2026
Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|World
Nigerian court sentences ex-power minister Mamman to 75 years in prison for fraud
A Nigerian court on Wednesday sentenced former power minister Saleh Mamman to 75 years in prison after convicting him of laundering 33.8 billion naira ($24.71 million), the
May 13, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
Dodgers give Shohei Ohtani a DH break for 2 days amid his offensive slump
Shohei Ohtani is getting a break from batting for two days
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Fed is 'dead serious' about getting inflation down, Kashkari says
Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said on Wednesday that the U.S. labor market looks "a bit better" than it did earlier this year, while the Iran war has worsened
May 13, 2026
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World
A timeline of events in the cases against Alex Murdaugh
The South Carolina Supreme Court has thrown out the murder convictions against disgraced lawyer Alex Murdaugh for the deaths of his wife and son
May 13, 2026
Business|Sports|US|World
Maple Leafs fire coach Craig Berube after two seasons, last-place finish in Atlantic Division
The Toronto Maple Leafs have fired coach Craig Berube after he guided the team to a last-place finish in the Atlantic Division this season
May 13, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Republican resistance to Iran war grows in the Senate as Murkowski flips
Senate Republicans have again blocked Democratic legislation that would halt President Donald Trump’s war with Iran
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump arrives in Beijing for talks with China's Xi on Iran war, trade and US arms sales to Taiwan
The welcoming ceremony for U_S_ President Donald Trump as he arrived in Beijing for a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping has included a military honor guard, a military band and hundreds of Chinese youths waving flags and chanting, “Warm welcome!”
May 13, 2026
Crime|Health|World
Over 32,000 unapproved pills headed to Georgia seized by Philadelphia CPB officers, officials say
Over 32,000 unapproved pills headed to Georgia seized by Philadelphia CPB officers, officials say
May 14, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Producer prices shot up 6%, adding pressure on companies to hike prices for struggling customers
U.S. wholesale inflation came in hot last month
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
US grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes weren't the only reason
Americans paid more for their groceries in April, but high gas prices were only one of the reasons why
May 13, 2026
Europe|Health|Travel|World
1,700 passengers held on cruise ship over potential acute stomach bug sickness
1,700 passengers held on cruise ship over potential acute stomach bug sickness
May 13, 2026
Europe|Health|Travel|World
France confines more than 1,700 on British cruise ship in Bordeaux after gastroenteritis outbreak
French authorities have ordered over 1,700 passengers and crew on a British cruise ship to stay on board due to a gastrointestinal illness outbreak
May 13, 2026
Political|Science|Technology|World
Putin flexes muscle with test of powerful nuclear-capable missile
Putin flexes muscle with test of powerful nuclear-capable missile
May 13, 2026
Health|Science|Travel|World
Company says it’s not clear when its hantavirus-hit ship will start cruises again
Oceanwide Expeditions says it expects to know by the end of the week if the MV Hondius cruise ship will keep to its schedule after a hantavirus outbreak
May 13, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|World
Scientists find clues that a new tectonic plate boundary is forming
Scientists find clues that a new tectonic plate boundary is forming
May 13, 2026
Crime|World
Gunfire breaks out in Philippine Senate where authorities tried to arrest a senator
A burst of gunfire rang out in the Philippine Senate, sparking chaos in the building where authorities had tried to arrest a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court in connection with a deadly government crackdown on drugs
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
US and China seek to repair damage from tariff war that sent trade into a freefall
President Donald Trump's trade war with Beijing has sent U.S.-China trade into a freefall and forced companies on both sides of the Pacific to regroup
May 13, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Latvian government loses majority in parliament over handling of Ukraine drone incidents
Latvia's Prime Minister Evika Silina was left without a ruling majority in the parliament on Wednesday after the left-wing Progressives
May 13, 2026
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Ukraine attacks Russian energy sites - what has been hit?
Ukraine has increased attacks on Russian energy facilities in recent months as peace talks have failed to make progress.
May 13, 2026
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Bank of England's Mann sees risk rate hikes could rock gilt market
The Bank of England should be alert to the risk that future interest rate hikes could roil Britain's government bond market because of the growing role of hedge funds and
May 13, 2026
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Top French court rejects Amazon challenge over French book delivery fees
France's highest administrative court, the Conseil d'Etat, rejected on Wednesday a challenge by Internet giant Amazon over minimum delivery fees on books, as the country
May 13, 2026
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Fed's Collins says rate hikes may be needed to curb inflation
Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins said on Wednesday the U.S. central bank may need to raise interest rates if inflation pressures do not abate.
May 13, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|World
Warm words, thin relief: Macron's Africa financial push under scrutiny
French President Emmanuel Macron jogged with Kenyan marathon star Eliud Kipchoge, spoke with local university students and announced $27 billion in new
May 13, 2026
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PM Starmer's leadership woes overshadow parliament's grand reopening
Britain's grand State Opening of Parliament ceremony does not normally feature an elephant.
May 13, 2026
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US dollar rises as inflation jumps; Trump-Xi talks begin
The dollar gained on Wednesday after hitting a two-week high following the latest stronger-than-expected U.S. inflation reading, with talks set to
May 13, 2026
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NY Fed defeats Puerto Rican bank's appeal tied to Venezuela-related cutoff
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York on Wednesday defeated an appeal by a Puerto Rican lender whose access to the U.S. central banking system was cut
May 13, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Who is Ronald dela Rosa, the Philippine senator at centre of Senate shootout?
Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa called on the public to step in to prevent law enforcement agents from handing him over to the International Criminal Court
May 13, 2026
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Russia places UK ex-minister Ben Wallace on wanted list
Russia has placed British former defence minister Ben Wallace on a wanted list in connection with an unspecified criminal investigation, state media said on Wednesday,
May 13, 2026
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US producer prices surprise with largest increase in four years
U.S. producer prices posted their biggest increase in four years in April, boosted by soaring costs for goods and services, the latest sign of
May 13, 2026
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Most US adults say finances in good shape but job worries tick up, Fed survey shows
Nearly three-quarters of U.S. adults last year continued to rate their personal finances as being in reasonable shape, although they remained concerned about inflation
May 13, 2026
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Global equities rise with the dollar, bond yields as US inflation soars
MSCI's global equities gauge advanced with the dollar on Wednesday as investors assessed hotter-than- expected inflation data
May 13, 2026
World
Board of Peace envoy Mladenov says ceasefire hinges on Hamas' disarmament
Nickolay Mladenov, who is overseeing the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in Gaza, says the truce hinges on Hamas’ disarmament hinges on Hamas' disarmament
May 13, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Iran frees prominent rights lawyer Sotoudeh on bail, reports say
Iran has released on bail prominent human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh, who was arrested in early April in a crackdown during the conflict with the United States and Israel,
May 13, 2026
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How has the Iran war affected Middle East states?
LONDON, May 13 - The war that began on February 28 with a massive Israeli-U.S. bombing campaign against Iran has rocked the entire Middle East, wreaking damage to infrastructure and economies and
May 13, 2026
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Plane crashes 80 miles off Melbourne, Florida; 11 people rescued, US Coast Guard says
Plane crashes 80 miles off Melbourne, Florida; 11 people rescued, US Coast Guard says
May 13, 2026
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Taiwan anxiously eyes Trump’s summit in China, with $14 billion in US arms sales up in the air
Taiwan anxiously eyes Trump’s summit in China, with $14 billion in US arms sales up in the air
May 13, 2026
Sports|Travel|World
NFL sends 49ers back to Mexico City in Week 11 after Melbourne opener on 9-game international slate
The San Francisco 49ers will bookend the NFL’s largest ever international slate by playing the 2026 season opener in Melbourne against the NFC West rival Los Angeles Rams and facing the Minnesota Vikings in Week 11 in Mexico City
May 13, 2026
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Malaysia says Iranian oil transfers near its waters exploit a maritime loophole
Malaysia’s maritime agency says Iranian-linked tankers are exploiting “jurisdictional gaps” to conduct ship-to-ship transfers of sanctioned oil near its waters
May 13, 2026
Crime|Health|Science|World
US overdose deaths fell again in 2025, but some worry about policy and drug supply changes
About 70,000 Americans died of drug overdoses last year — about 14% fewer than the previous year
May 13, 2026
Health|Science|World
PCOS, a condition impacting millions of women worldwide, gets a new name
PCOS, a condition impacting millions of women worldwide, gets a new name
May 13, 2026
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S&P 500 opens muted as hot inflation data signals rates to stay on hold
The S&P 500 was subdued at the open on Wednesday, as hotter-than-anticipated producer prices reinforced bets that the Federal Reserve would keep monetary policy restrictive all
May 13, 2026
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UN food agency halves Syria food aid, halts bread subsidy over funding shortages
The World Food Programme said on Wednesday it had halved emergency food assistance in Syria due to funding shortages, warning that millions remained vulnerable despite signs of
May 13, 2026
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Brazil's retail sales beat forecasts, hit record high in March
Brazil's retail sales volumes beat expectations and reached a record high in March, data from statistics agency IBGE showed on Wednesday, though high borrowing costs
May 13, 2026
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Apple criticises EU measures to help AI rivals access Google services
Apple on Wednesday echoed Google's criticism of EU antitrust regulators' efforts to force the search giant to help AI rivals access its services, warning
May 13, 2026
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UK's Starmer faces biggest challenge yet as resignation threat overshadows King's Speech
Keir Starmer was facing his biggest challenge yet on Wednesday when his health minister was reportedly readying his
May 13, 2026
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JPMorgan executive open to talks with France's far-right National Rally
JPMorgan is open to engaging with France's far-right National Rally (RN) ahead of next year's presidential election, a senior regional executive at the
May 13, 2026
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang travel to China aboard Air Force One with Trump
Prominent U.S. executives from Big Tech and Wall Street to agriculture and aerospace joined President Donald Trump on his trip to China
May 12, 2026
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US drug overdose deaths dropped for third straight year in 2025, CDC data shows
Drug overdose deaths in the United States fell nearly 14% in 2025, federal estimates showed on Wednesday, marking a third consecutive year of declines.
May 13, 2026
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Pentagon strikes agreements with defense firms on containerized missiles
The Pentagon is set to announce on Wednesday framework agreements that position it to potentially acquire over 10,000 low-cost, containerized missiles over three
May 13, 2026
Europe|Health|Science|World
Tests in Italy, Spain come back negative in global hunt for hantavirus
Seventeen people under observation in Italy and Spain for possible hantavirus infection have tested negative, the countries'
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
UK's Farage describes $7 million gift as a 'reward' for Brexit
Nigel Farage, leader of Britain's right-wing Reform UK party, on Thursday said a 5 million pound ($6.75 million) donation from a cryptocurrency billionaire he received
May 13, 2026
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Iran war brings Turkey-PKK peace process to near standstill
Just two weeks after Turkey's parliament made recommendations on how to advance the country's peace process with Kurdish
May 13, 2026
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Alibaba's AI spending to exceed goals on signs of payoff, says margin 'secondary'
China's Alibaba said it would exceed its planned AI investment of up to 380 billion yuan ($55.96 billion) over the next three years, as early
May 13, 2026
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Birkenstock warns of higher costs from tariffs, Middle East conflict
Birkenstock shares slumped 13% on Wednesday after the sandal maker warned of rising second-half cost pressures from U.S. tariffs and the Middle East conflict, with
May 13, 2026
Economy|Political|World
What's at stake in Turkey's bid to end conflict with PKK militants?
Turkey's attempt to finish its decades-old conflict with the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militant group has stalled, with both sides waiting for the other to act in a
May 13, 2026
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Italy says ciao to Princess Kate on her first overseas trip since illness
Britain’s Princess of Wales on Wednesday visited the Italian city of Reggio Emilia, renowned for its approach to early
May 13, 2026
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Russian airspace breaches show need to boost NATO eastern flank air defence, say leaders
Russia's repeated airspace violations of countries on the eastern flank of NATO underline the urgent need to consolidate the alliance's air defences against missiles and
May 13, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
Democratic House primary in competitive Nebraska race remains too close to call
A Democratic primary election for a competitive U.S.
May 12, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Gunshots fired as chaos erupts at Philippine Senate
Volleys of gunshots were heard at the Philippine Senate on Wednesday and people were told to run for cover, Reuters witnesses heard, as
May 13, 2026
Crime|Lifestyle|US|World
Family member describes troubling relationship concerns before triple homicide
Family member describes troubling relationship concerns before triple homicide
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Brazil's beloved instant payment system faces scrutiny from the Trump administration
Brazil may be politically divided but people across the spectrum all love the country's instant payment system
May 13, 2026
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America is in for yet another long spell of price pain
America is in for yet another long spell of price pain
May 13, 2026
Health|Science|Travel|World
Cruise ship passenger making best of quarantine in US after hantavirus outbreak
When Jake Rosmarin boarded the MV Hondius, he gleefully posted on social media that the ship would be home for 35 days as he and more than 100 other passengers and crew were to travel across the South Atlantic
May 13, 2026
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Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment
Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment
May 13, 2026
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Why Trump’s call to pull 5,000 US troops from Germany will hurt America
Overseas US military bases are integral to combat operations and can burnish the country’s image to advance its foreign policy goals.
May 13, 2026
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Cannes film market opens to record turnout as focus shifts to smaller films
The world's largest film market opened in Cannes this week and attracted a record number of attendees vying to buy the mostly smaller productions
May 13, 2026
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Trump's designs on Greenland prod investment, tourism likely to pay off faster than mines
New focus on Greenland since Donald Trump declared his aim to seize it could help boost investment there, with Arctic tourism likely to pay off faster
May 13, 2026
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Kremlin says Russia can do business with US if it stops linking trade to Ukraine
Russia is interested in joint economic projects with the United States if Washington stops linking trade ties with a peace deal on Ukraine, the Kremlin said on Wednesday.
May 13, 2026
Election|Europe|Sports|World
Mbappe and Bardella trade barbs over far right's gains in France
A public quarrel between two of France's most famous young men - one a soccer player, the other a darling of the far right - over
May 13, 2026
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Indonesia prosecutors seek 18-year prison sentence for Gojek founder in graft case
Indonesian prosecutors said on Wednesday that they were seeking an 18-year prison sentence for Nadiem Makarim, a former Indonesian education minister and co-founder of ride
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Britain to legislate to tackle threats from hostile state proxies
Britain will legislate to strengthen its ability to deal with proxies for malign state actors, taking powers to make it possible to ban them in light of
May 13, 2026
World
Vatican warns rebel Catholic group it risks excommunication
The Vatican on Wednesday urged a breakaway Catholic group dedicated to the old Latin mass to cancel plans to ordain new bishops without consent from
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Political|World
Brazil's Lula, Flavio Bolsonaro deadlocked in presidential runoff poll
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro were statistically tied in a simulated runoff ahead of this year's presidential election, a
May 13, 2026
Economy|Environment|World
German cabinet agrees to replace green-friendly heating law
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's cabinet agreed on Wednesday to scrap a contentious heating law and pass measures to boost long-term
May 13, 2026
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Pemex confirms death of worker injured in explosion at Oaxaca refinery
A Pemex worker injured in an explosion at Oaxaca refinery in the Port of Salina Cruz died on Tuesday evening while receiving treatment en route to the hospital, Pemex said in a
May 13, 2026
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Federal judge cites 'red flags' in Musk, SEC Twitter settlement
A federal judge on Wednesday cast doubt on the motives behind the U.S.
May 13, 2026
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Trump, Xi to weigh tariff cuts on $30 billion of imports in managed trade push
The U.S. and China are expected to inch toward a managed trade mechanism for non-sensitive goods this week, with each side possibly identifying some $30
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
UAE-owned tanker leaks some fuel off Oman following Iranian strike
A unit of state-owned Abu Dhabi National Oil Company said on Wednesday that one of its tankers struck by Iranian drones last week has leaked a small amount of fuel off the
May 13, 2026
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Trump lands in China for Xi summit with Nvidia CEO in tow
President Donald Trump landed in Beijing accompanied by an entourage that included Nvidia's Jensen Huang and Elon Musk
May 13, 2026
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S&P 500 futures turn negative after April PPI data
S&P 500 futures turned negative on Wednesday after data showed producer prices rose more than expected in April, reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest
May 13, 2026
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Airlines tackle fuel cost surge with price hikes, outlook cuts
A surge in jet fuel prices from $85-$90 to $150-$200 per barrel amid the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran has blindsided the aviation industry, where fuel accounts for up to a quarter
March 10, 2026
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Soros' Open Society Foundations commit $30M to groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate
Open Society Foundations, the family philanthropy founded by hedge fund billionaire George Soros, is putting $30 million toward groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate
May 13, 2026
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Russian ship that sank near Spain in 2024 may have carried nuclear reactor parts
A Russian ship that sank after its engine room exploded in the Mediterranean could have been carrying parts for nuclear reactors used in submarines, according to Spanish government documents
May 13, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World
As the US starves it of oil, Cuba is pulling off one of the fastest solar revolutions on the planet — with China’s help
As the US starves it of oil, Cuba is pulling off one of the fastest solar revolutions on the planet — with China’s help
May 13, 2026
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India races to shield economy from Iran war-driven oil shock, capital stress
A sustained spike in energy prices triggered by the Iran war has clouded India's macroeconomic outlook, spurring crisis-era measures from
May 13, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Philippine Senator says arrest imminent, urges public to block ICC transfer
Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa said on Wednesday that his arrest was imminent and urged people to mobilise to prevent him from being sent to the International Criminal
May 13, 2026
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Blackstone drops $4 billion New World deal, Bloomberg News reports
Blackstone has walked away from a proposed $4 billion tie-up with Hong Kong's New World Development after the indebted property developer refused to cede control, Bloomberg News
May 13, 2026
Europe|Political|Technology|Travel|World
Japan PM Takaichi to visit UK and Italy in June, NTV reports
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to visit Britain and Italy before attending a Group of Seven leaders' summit in France in mid-June, broadcaster NTV reported on
May 13, 2026
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Volvo Cars open to US partnerships, CEO says
Sweden's Volvo Cars is open to cooperation with other companies in the United States as the auto maker seeks to better utilise the existing production capacity at its South
May 13, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Nissan predicts profit above $1 billion this fiscal year, modest Iran war hit
Nissan forecast more than $1 billion in profit for its fiscal year on Wednesday, predicting a relatively modest hit from the Iran war and an increasing impact from
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
UK police pull bodies of three women from sea at Brighton
British police said on Wednesday they had recovered the bodies of three women from the sea in Brighton and were working to establish how the "tragic incident" had happened.
May 13, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Samsung Electronics fails to reach deal with union; PM says strike must be averted
Samsung Electronics and its union failed to reach a pay deal on Wednesday, heightening the risk of a long strike that threatens not only chip
May 13, 2026
Africa|Crime|World
Ghana to evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa after xenophobic attacks
Ghana will evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa following a wave of xenophobic attacks targeting migrants from other sub-Saharan African countries, a post by the foreign
May 13, 2026
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Mexico's Pemex CEO, close ally of Sheinbaum, under threat as woes mount
The future of Pemex CEO Victor Rodríguez is increasingly uncertain as the longtime ally of President Claudia Sheinbaum
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Fed alert
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Oil prices remain elevated, inflation is climbing and bond markets
May 13, 2026
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ECB to hike rates in June and at least once more on war-led inflation spike: Reuters poll
The European Central Bank will hike its deposit rate next month and at least once more this year to try to stop the energy price shock from the Middle
May 13, 2026
Health|Political|World
UK health minister Streeting preparing to resign, Times says
Britain's health minister Wes Streeting is preparing to resign and could quit as early as Thursday, the Times reported on Wednesday, adding that he is likely to mount a
May 13, 2026
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Israel steps up attacks on Gaza since Iran truce, as military says Hamas rearming
Israel has escalated its attacks in Gaza in the five weeks since halting its joint bombing with the
May 13, 2026
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China criticizes US chip equipment bill in run-up to Beijing talks
China is pushing back against proposed U.S. legislation that would curb its chipmakers in the global AI race, making early moves that underscore Beijing's concerns
May 13, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
What are the main policy plans of Hungary's new government?
Hungary's new government, under Prime Minister Peter Magyar, was sworn in earlier this week, replacing Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration after 16 years.
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Ex-BOJ chief Kuroda sees yen intervention impact as short-lived
Japan's recent foreign exchange intervention may have kept the yen from sliding below the 160-per-dollar mark but it is unlikely to have a lasting effect in
May 13, 2026
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Walmart cuts 1,000 roles to simplify operations, source says
Walmart has eliminated 1,000 roles as the world's largest retailer simplifies its operating structure, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters.
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
ECB urges banks to quickly prepare for AI-assisted cyberattacks
European Central Bank board member Frank Elderson on Wednesday urged banks in the euro area to quickly prepare for potential cyberattacks launched with the help of
May 13, 2026
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Japanese automaker Nissan reduces losses and expects to return to profit
Japanese automaker Nissan says it reduced losses for the fiscal year through March
May 13, 2026
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Japanese investors sell foreign stocks in April as energy costs rise
Japanese investors turned net sellers of foreign stocks for the first time in four months in April, as concerns over higher energy costs from the Iran war and the risk of broader
May 13, 2026
Asia|Political|World
Taiwan ruling party nominates lawmaker sanctioned by China for Taipei mayor
Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) nominated lawmaker Puma Shen on Wednesday as its candidate for Taipei mayor, a man who has been sanctioned by China for
May 13, 2026
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Iran war pushes German wholesale price inflation to three-year high
German wholesale prices climbed to a three-year high of 6.3% in April as the Iran war pushed up the prices of energy and raw materials,
May 13, 2026
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BYD in talks with Stellantis, others for Europe plants, Bloomberg News reports
BYD is negotiating with Stellantis and other European car makers to take over underused factories in the region, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing the Chinese company's
May 13, 2026
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SoftBank profit more than triples to $12 billion on OpenAI stake gains
Technology investor SoftBank Group reported on Wednesday that its net profit more than tripled to 1.83 trillion yen ($11.60 billion) in the January-March
May 13, 2026
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US Treasury's Bessent, China's He wrap up S. Korea talks ahead of Trump-Xi summit
U.S.
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
Volkswagen controlling families demand overhaul after dent to profit
Volkswagen's controlling family shareholders piled pressure on the automaker to overhaul its business model on Wednesday after the German company's ongoing
May 13, 2026
Economy|Environment|World
India's Modi cuts size of his motorcade to save fuel, source says
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has "significantly" cut the size of his motorcade to save fuel, a government source said on Wednesday, days after he urged citizens to
May 13, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Rights groups urge Poland to halt support for US deportation flights to Ukraine
Amnesty International and Human Rights First on Wednesday urged Poland to stop cooperating with U.S. deportation flights transferring Ukrainian nationals via its
May 13, 2026
Asia|Political|World
Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, China warns on US arms sales to Taiwan
China reiterated its strong opposition to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan on Wednesday, calling on Washington to honour its commitments ahead of U.S.
May 13, 2026
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UBS delays Fed rate cuts on inflation concerns, as jobs stay resilient
UBS Global Wealth Management joined a wave of brokerages in pushing back their U.S. monetary policy easing forecasts, citing persistent inflation and resilience in the labor market
May 13, 2026
Africa|Food|Travel|World
The country where you don’t wear a rolex — you eat it
The country where you don’t wear a rolex — you eat it
May 13, 2026
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Former Philippine ‘drug war’ police chief runs away from government agents to avoid international arrest warrant
Former Philippine ‘drug war’ police chief runs away from government agents to avoid international arrest warrant
May 13, 2026
Business|Political|Travel|World
Pomp and pageantry: for Chinese officials preparing for a Trump visit, every second counts
Pomp and pageantry: for Chinese officials preparing for a Trump visit, every second counts
May 13, 2026
Australia|Business|World
Australia’s Trump Tower plans scrapped as developer says brand has become ‘toxic’
Australia’s Trump Tower plans scrapped as developer says brand has become ‘toxic’
May 13, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|Travel|World
Helsinki's costly cycling push draws crowds - and criticism
Finland's capital Helsinki has spent billions of euros on public transport and bicycle lanes — and plans more — despite mixed reactions from residents.
May 13, 2026
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Locked in a stalemate with Iran, Trump heads to China
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter With the conflict in the Middle East still mired in a stalemate, Donald Trump is on his way to Beijing to see if
May 13, 2026
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Iran war to cast a shadow on BRICS foreign ministers meeting in Delhi
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is set to cast a shadow over a two-day meeting of the foreign ministers of the BRICS grouping that kicks
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
French unemployment rate rises to 8.1%, highest since 2021
France's unemployment rate rose to 8.1% in the first quarter of 2026, its highest since 2021, the INSEE statistics agency reported on Wednesday, though it was still lower
May 13, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
French inflation confirmed at 2.5% in April, highest since July 2024
EU-harmonised consumer prices in France rose 2.5% year-on-year in April, statistics office INSEE said on Wednesday, confirming a preliminary reading published late last month and
May 13, 2026
Economy|US|World
Russia's Lavrov says 'nothing is happening' with US-Russia relations
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday that many positive things were being said about the enormous potential of U.S.-Russia relations, but that in reality
May 13, 2026
Business|Science|Technology|World
Tech rivalry, distrust sap summit hopes for Trump-Xi AI push
U.S.
May 13, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Ukraine hits Russia's energy targets after US-brokered ceasefire ends
Ukraine resumed drone attacks on Russia's oil refineries and ports on Wednesday, two days after a three-day ceasefire proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump expired.
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Thai growth likely to top 3% over next 1-2 years on new investments, minister says
Thailand's finance minister said on Wednesday that he expects growth to top 3% over the next one to two years, boosted by new investments, with the central bank also
May 13, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
UN may put Cyprus peace plan forward this year, Cypriot president says
The United Nations is likely to launch a fresh push to resolve the decades-old split of Cyprus before the term of Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expires at the end of
May 13, 2026
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World
South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after US talks, minister says
South Korea is reviewing a phased contribution to efforts to ensure safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back said on
May 13, 2026
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Australia's CBA shares slump on tax changes, provisions; lenders fall
Australia's largest lender, Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) lost nearly A$30 billion ($21.7 billion) in value as its shares slid on
May 13, 2026
Australia|Economy|World
Albanese takes a gamble on Australia’s housing obsession by cutting investor tax breaks
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s move to wind back tax breaks for property investors has been
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Nvidia CEO joins Trump for China trip, spurring hopes for H200 deal
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang will join President Donald Trump during his visit to Beijing, igniting hopes in China that the
May 13, 2026
Sports|US|World
Dorofeyev scores in OT to give Golden Knights 3-2 win over Ducks and 3-2 series lead
Pavel Dorofeyev scored his second goal of the game at 4:10 of overtime to give Vegas a 3-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night, moving the Golden Knights a victory away from advancing to the Western Conference final
May 13, 2026
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Japan megabanks to gain access to Anthropic's Mythos in about two weeks, source says
Japan's three largest banks are expected to gain access to Mythos, the artificial intelligence model developed by Anthropic, in about two weeks, a person
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Mainland Chinese snap up Hong Kong homes in April, most in 2 years
The number of Hong Kong homes bought by mainland Chinese surged 48% in April from the previous month to a two-year high, data from property agent Midland Realty showed,
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
China's fishing fleet raises concerns off Argentina
On a balmy January night, an Argentine coast guard ship’s radio picked up garbled Mandarin broadcast from nearby boats.
May 13, 2026
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Dollar at one-week high on Middle East uncertainty, hot US inflation
The dollar held near a one-week high on Wednesday on renewed uncertainty in the Middle East and as traders digested a hotter-than-expected
May 13, 2026
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US tariff whiplash pushed toy factory in China to brink of collapse
Had the United States kept tariffs on Chinese imports at triple digits for just one more day last year, Huntar Company would have collapsed, said David
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