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Today: May 19, 2026

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Trump has only one real option to slash gas prices

Trump has only one real option to slash gas prices

Trump has only one real option to slash gas prices
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine Senate convenes as impeachment court to try vice president as political storm rages

The Philippine Senate has convened as an impeachment court for Vice President Sara Duterte's trial over criminal charges

Philippine Senate convenes as impeachment court to try vice president as political storm rages
Business|Technology|World

How Trump's crypto venture and Iran's top exchange tapped into the same industry networks

When customers of Iran’s largest crypto exchange needed to move billions of dollars, networks created by two of the industry’s biggest players

How Trump's crypto venture and Iran's top exchange tapped into the same industry networks
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Equinix faces challenge to Cape Town data centres over environmental concerns

A plan by U.S.-listed Equinix to build two data centres in Cape Town should not be approved without full disclosure of its water, power and environmental

Equinix faces challenge to Cape Town data centres over environmental concerns
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Hong Kong court hears final arguments in the trial of Tiananmen vigil organizers

A Hong Kong court has started hearing final arguments in the national security trial of two organizers of vigils commemorating the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown

Hong Kong court hears final arguments in the trial of Tiananmen vigil organizers
MidEast|Political|World

Guns on the television and in Iran’s streets as Trump renews war threats

Guns on the television and in Iran’s streets as Trump renews war threats

Guns on the television and in Iran’s streets as Trump renews war threats
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

From a ‘board of trade’ to Boeing planes, what did Xi and Trump actually agree to?

From a ‘board of trade’ to Boeing planes, what did Xi and Trump actually agree to?

From a ‘board of trade’ to Boeing planes, what did Xi and Trump actually agree to?
Crime|US|World

Three suspects in custody after shooting spree in Austin, Texas, police say

Three suspects were in custody on Sunday after a dozen shootings this weekend in Austin, Texas, that left four people injured, police said. 

Three suspects in custody after shooting spree in Austin, Texas, police say
Business|Science|Technology|World

White House gets small rare earth win, but China's export regime is here to stay

China will address U.S. concerns about rare earth shortages, the White House said on Sunday in a recap of agreements struck at last week's

White House gets small rare earth win, but China's export regime is here to stay
Health|Science|World

What do we know about the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda?

The World Health Organization on Sunday declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda to be a public health emergency of international

What do we know about the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda?
Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's economy loses steam at start of Q2 as consumption, output disappoint in April

China's growth lost momentum in April, with industrial output cooling and retail sales sinking to over three-year lows as the world's second-biggest economy wrestled with

China's economy loses steam at start of Q2 as consumption, output disappoint in April
Business|Economy|Political|World

China agrees to boost trade for US beef and poultry following Trump-Xi summit

The White House says China has agreed to increase its imports of U.S. agricultural products like beef and poultry, after President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing last week

China agrees to boost trade for US beef and poultry following Trump-Xi summit
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Mitchell scores 26 and the Cavaliers rout the Pistons 125-94 in Game 7 to reach the East finals

Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Jarrett Allen and Sam Merrill each added 23 and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Detroit Pistons 125-94 on Sunday night in Game 7 to advance to the Eastern Conference finals

Mitchell scores 26 and the Cavaliers rout the Pistons 125-94 in Game 7 to reach the East finals
Health|Science|World

WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda

The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern

WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda
Political|World

Trump-backed faith event features conservative Christians as critics decry blurring of church-state lines

A Trump administration-backed celebration of U.S. religious

Trump-backed faith event features conservative Christians as critics decry blurring of church-state lines
Business|Sports|World

Aaron Rai runs away with the PGA Championship, first English-born winner in more than a century

Aaron Rai has become the first English-born player in more than a century to capture the PGA Championship

Aaron Rai runs away with the PGA Championship, first English-born winner in more than a century
Business|Sports|US|World

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Thunder becomes the 14th player to win back-to-back NBA MVPs

He’s the best player on the best team

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Thunder becomes the 14th player to win back-to-back NBA MVPs
Business|Economy|World

Nine in 10 families in China own a home. But is the property-owning dream being tested?

Nine in 10 families in China own a home. But is the property-owning dream being tested?

Nine in 10 families in China own a home. But is the property-owning dream being tested?
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

McIlroy has angry exchange with fan at PGA. Rahm, Smith, Schauffele also fade

Rory McIlroy’s frustrating final round at the PGA Championship boiled over with an angry exchange with a fan after a “U-S-A!”

McIlroy has angry exchange with fan at PGA. Rahm, Smith, Schauffele also fade
Arts|Sports|World

Aaron Rai becomes the first English golfer to win the PGA Championship in more than a century

Aaron Rai becomes the first English golfer to win the PGA Championship in more than a century

Aaron Rai becomes the first English golfer to win the PGA Championship in more than a century
Europe|Sports|World

Barcelona wins in Lewandowski's farewell. Sevilla avoids relegation despite loss to Real Madrid

Barcelona has capped a perfect season at home

Barcelona wins in Lewandowski's farewell. Sevilla avoids relegation despite loss to Real Madrid
Political|US|World

National Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state

National Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state

National Mall prayer event sparks concern about Trump administration eroding the wall between church and state
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Barbra Streisand won't attend Cannes Palme d'Or ceremony after a knee injury

Barbra Streisand says she won’t attend the Cannes Film Festival ceremony where she was to receive an honorary Palme d’Or after sustaining a knee injury

Barbra Streisand won't attend Cannes Palme d'Or ceremony after a knee injury
Crime|Science|Technology|World

Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant as US and Iran signal they are prepared to resume war

A drone strike has targeted the United Arab Emirates’ sole nuclear power plant

Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant as US and Iran signal they are prepared to resume war
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Bulgarians cheer 'Bangaranga' and the country's first Eurovision win

Bulgarians celebrated on Sunday their country's surprise first win in the Eurovision Song Contest as they welcomed home Dara, who triumphed with her catchy, crowd-pleasing,

Bulgarians cheer 'Bangaranga' and the country's first Eurovision win
Business|Economy|Political|World

China to buy at least $17 billion in US agricultural products annually, White House says

China has committed to purchasing at least $17 billion of U.S. agricultural products in 2026, 2027 and 2028, the White House said in a fact sheet released on Sunday.

China to buy at least $17 billion in US agricultural products annually, White House says
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Cassidy tried to get along with Trump after his impeachment vote. Retribution came anyway

It was a hurdle too high for Bill Cassidy to clear

Cassidy tried to get along with Trump after his impeachment vote. Retribution came anyway
Entertainment|Sports|World

Neymar angry at being accidentally substituted in last match before Brazil announces World Cup squad

An apparent mistake by the fourth official has forced Neymar off the field in the 65th minute of Santos' 3-0 home loss to Coritiba in the Brazilian league, the last match before Brazil’s World Cup squad is announced Monday

Neymar angry at being accidentally substituted in last match before Brazil announces World Cup squad
Health|Science|Travel|World

Canadian national health agency confirms 1 positive hantavirus test

Canada's national health agency confirms that one of four Canadians returning from a cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak has tested positive

Canadian national health agency confirms 1 positive hantavirus test
Sports|US|World

Injury concerns for the US ahead of World Cup with Aaronson, Richards hurt in Premier League action

U.S. forward Brenden Aaronson has left the field with an apparent left knee injury while playing for Leeds in the Premier League in a potential concern for the Americans ahead of the World Cup

Injury concerns for the US ahead of World Cup with Aaronson, Richards hurt in Premier League action
Sports|World

Defending champion US rebounds from loss to Switzerland by beating Britain 5-1 at ice hockey worlds

The United States bounced back from a loss to Switzerland with a 5-1 win over Britain at the ice hockey world championship

Defending champion US rebounds from loss to Switzerland by beating Britain 5-1 at ice hockey worlds
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|World

Bulgaria gives its Eurovision winner Dara a grand welcome upon her return home

Hundreds of cheering fans waving Bulgarian flags have welcomed Eurovision Song Contest winner Dara upon her return home

Bulgaria gives its Eurovision winner Dara a grand welcome upon her return home
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

PG&E warns Northern California counties of likely power shutoffs starting Sunday

PG&E warns Northern California counties of likely power shutoffs starting Sunday

PG&E warns Northern California counties of likely power shutoffs starting Sunday
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Taiwan’s president defends US arms purchases that Trump called 'bargaining chip'

Taiwan’s president says arms purchases from the United States are crucial for regional stability, after President Donald Trump questioned continued U.S. support for Taiwan following his visit to China

Taiwan’s president defends US arms purchases that Trump called 'bargaining chip'
Crime|US|World

Neighbors rush to help teenagers shot: 'I saw the fear in his eyes'

Neighbors rush to help teenagers shot: 'I saw the fear in his eyes'

Neighbors rush to help teenagers shot: 'I saw the fear in his eyes'
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Peru electoral body pledges to fix voting 'flaws' ahead of June presidential runoff

Peru's top electoral authority pledged on Sunday to correct "flaws" that delayed April's first-round election results by a month ahead of a presidential runoff scheduled for

Peru electoral body pledges to fix voting 'flaws' ahead of June presidential runoff
Health|Science|Travel|World

Canadian cruise passenger gets presumptive positive hantavirus test

Canadian cruise passenger gets presumptive positive hantavirus test

Canadian cruise passenger gets  presumptive positive hantavirus test
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Italian leaders visit Modena after car-ramming attack

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and President Sergio Mattarella travelled to the northern city of Modena on Sunday, a day after several people were

Italian leaders visit Modena after car-ramming attack
Asia|Sports|World

North Korean women's soccer team arrives in South Korea for regional tournament

A North Korean women’s soccer team has arrived in South Korea to compete in a regional tournament

North Korean women's soccer team arrives in South Korea for regional tournament
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding a dozen others

Russian officials say overnight Ukrainian drone strikes killed at least four people including three near Moscow

Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding a dozen others
Political|US|World

Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back

Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back

Trump sent a message by targeting Bill Cassidy. In defeat, Cassidy delivered one back
Economy|World

Israel's economy shrinks in first quarter but seen rebounding after Iran war

Israel's economy began 2026 with a slowdown, hit by war with Iran, but growth is expected to recover as long as the conflict does not reignite.

Israel's economy shrinks in first quarter but seen rebounding after Iran war
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports

Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports

Ukraine attack ‘largest in over a year’ on Moscow, Russian state media reports
Americas|Crime|Environment|Political|World

US-Mexico border wall construction is desecrating sacred sites, Indigenous leaders say

Indigenous leaders say that federal contractors are desecrating sacred Native American places and cultural sites at an unprecedented pace in the rush to build more walls on the U.S.-Mexico border

US-Mexico border wall construction is desecrating sacred sites, Indigenous leaders say
Crime|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy

Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy

Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Xabi Alonso hired by Chelsea on 4-year deal in return to coaching after Real Madrid disappointment

Chelsea has hired Xabi Alonso as its latest manager on a four-year deal, with the former Real Madrid coach set to take over on July 1

Xabi Alonso hired by Chelsea on 4-year deal in return to coaching after Real Madrid disappointment
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Palestinian leader's son wins role in Abbas' party, official says

The millionaire businessman son of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has won a steering role in his father's political party Fatah, a party

Palestinian leader's son wins role in Abbas' party, official says
Business|Education|Sports|Technology|World

Community college student from Michigan to be 1st woman to represent US at world welding competition

A Michigan community college student will be the first female welder to represent the United States at a worldwide competition described as the Olympics of the skilled trades

Community college student from Michigan to be 1st woman to represent US at world welding competition
Environment|Science|Sports|Travel|World

3 Finnish divers arrive in the Maldives to remap the search for the bodies of 4 Italian divers

Three Finnish divers have arrived in the Maldives to help search for the bodies of four Italian divers believed to be in an underwater cave

3 Finnish divers arrive in the Maldives to remap the search for the bodies of 4 Italian divers
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump administration promotes program to check voter eligibility. Critics fear a midterm purge

The Trump administration has run the names of at least 67 million voters through government databases as it looks for noncitizens and people who've died

Trump administration promotes program to check voter eligibility. Critics fear a midterm purge
Business|Europe|World

This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call

This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call

This tiny center in a UK seaside town is the first place vessels under attack in the Persian Gulf call
Health|Science|World

A measles outbreak crossed into Mexico from Texas. A larger tragedy followed

A measles outbreak crossed into Mexico from Texas. A larger tragedy followed

A measles outbreak crossed into Mexico from Texas. A larger tragedy followed
Asia|Political|Sports|World

Soccer players become first North Korean athletes to visit the South in more than 7 years

Soccer players become first North Korean athletes to visit the South in more than 7 years

Soccer players become first North Korean athletes to visit the South in more than 7 years
Americas|Entertainment|Sports|World

Sabres rally to beat the Canadiens 8-3 to force Game 7

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 18 saves after starter Alex Lyon stopped only one of the four shots he faced, and the Buffalo Sabres roared back to beat the Montreal Canadiens 8-3 on Saturday night and force a Game 7 in the Eastern Conference semifinal series

Sabres rally to beat the Canadiens 8-3 to force Game 7
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Senate referee rules against some Trump ballroom funding, Democrats say

Senate referee rules against some Trump ballroom funding, Democrats say

Senate referee rules against some Trump ballroom funding, Democrats say
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with upbeat party anthem 'Bangaranga'

Bulgaria has won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with singer Dara’s party anthem “Bangaranga.”

Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with upbeat party anthem 'Bangaranga'
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation

Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation

Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

In the birthplace of Civil Rights Movement, groups rally to defend Black political representation

Thousands of people gathered in Montgomery, Alabama, to mobilize support for voting rights amid concerns about redistricting efforts

In the birthplace of Civil Rights Movement, groups rally to defend Black political representation
Arts|Business|Education|Environment|Food|Interview|Lifestyle|Science|Travel|World

Can coffee thrive in the shadow of the city?

Can coffee thrive in the shadow of the city?

Can coffee thrive in the shadow of the city?
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

The Latest: Bulgarian singer Dara wins this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna

Bulgarian singer Dara’s dance anthem “Bangaranga” has won the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, her country's first ever win in the competition

The Latest: Bulgarian singer Dara wins this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna
Business|Crime|Political|World

Venezuela says it deported a close ally of Maduro to face criminal proceedings in US

Venezuela’s government says it has deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro to face judicial proceedings in the U.S. less than three years after the business owner was pardoned by President Joe Biden as part of a prisoner swap

Venezuela says it deported a close ally of Maduro to face criminal proceedings in US
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|World

The 10 best performances at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest

The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna has showcased acts from 25 countries

The 10 best performances at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest
Crime|Europe|World

Driver plows into pedestrians in Modena, 8 injured as driver detained after attempted escape

A driver has plowed into pedestrians in the northern Italian city of Modena, injuring eight people, four of them critically, before trying to flee and being detained by police, local authorities said

Driver plows into pedestrians in Modena, 8 injured as driver detained after attempted escape
Business|Sports|World

Protests and defeat: Chelsea fans run out of patience with club’s billionaire American owners

Protests and defeat: Chelsea fans run out of patience with club’s billionaire American owners

Protests and defeat: Chelsea fans run out of patience with club’s billionaire American owners
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strike kills Hamas’ military wing leader, who Israel says was an architect of Oct 7 attacks

An Israeli airstrike in Gaza has killed Hamas military wing leader Izz al-Din al-Haddad

Israeli strike kills Hamas’ military wing leader, who Israel says was an architect of Oct 7 attacks
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Brass bands in Beijing make way for sticker shock at home as Trump returns to escalating inflation

President Donald Trump has returned from his state visit to China to face a challenging U.S. economy

Brass bands in Beijing make way for sticker shock at home as Trump returns to escalating inflation
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London

Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London

Britain’s hard right on the march as tens of thousands descend on London
Africa|Health|Science|World

Congolese report constant burials as deaths in new Ebola outbreak reach 80

At least 80 people have died in Congo’s new Ebola disease outbreak in the eastern Ituri province

Congolese report constant burials as deaths in new Ebola outbreak reach 80
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga dies in custody in The Hague at age 91

A U.N. court says that a Rwandan suspect charged in connection with the 1994 genocide died in a hospital while in custody in The Hague

Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga dies in custody in The Hague at age 91
Crime|World

Drones, bullets and cartel warfare fuel an invisible displacement crisis in Mexico

María Cabrera and her family fled into the night-cloaked mountains of central Mexico with only the clothes on their backs when bombs fell from the sky and bullets ricocheted off her concrete floors

Drones, bullets and cartel warfare fuel an invisible displacement crisis in Mexico
Environment|Science|World

Timmy, the stranded humpback whale, found dead off Danish coast

Timmy, the stranded humpback whale, found dead off Danish coast

Timmy, the stranded humpback whale, found dead off Danish coast
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump says Iran war is worth the economic pain. These rural voters agree

Perched behind the cash register at Stubs liquor store, Amy Van Duyn gazed out the window at a red-and-green gasoline price sign, which she said

Trump says Iran war is worth the economic pain. These rural voters agree
Crime|Europe|Political|World

London police were out in force to deal with rival rallies and a soccer final

Police say 43 people were arrested in London in connection two rival marches on the streets of capital

London police were out in force to deal with rival rallies and a soccer final
Americas|Political|Technology|US|World

US aircraft carrier returns home after record deployment that included Iran war, Maduro capture

US aircraft carrier returns home after record deployment that included Iran war, Maduro capture

US aircraft carrier returns home after record deployment that included Iran war, Maduro capture
Sports|World

Heartbreak for Hearts as Celtic crowned Scottish Premiership champion

Celtic has won the Scottish Premiership in dramatic style with two late goals to beat rival Hearts 3-1

Heartbreak for Hearts as Celtic crowned Scottish Premiership champion
Health|Science|World

France says cruise ship Andes virus matches known South American viruses

France’s Pasteur Institute has fully sequenced the Andes virus found in a French passenger from the MV Hondius cruise ship

France says cruise ship Andes virus matches known South American viruses
Environment|Science|World

Humpback whale released after spectacular rescue effort found dead off Denmark

Authorities say a humpback whale found dead this week off a Danish island has been identified as the animal released two weeks ago in a spectacular and contentious rescue effort

Humpback whale released after spectacular rescue effort found dead off Denmark
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Is Britain ungovernable?

Is Britain ungovernable?

Is Britain ungovernable?
Europe|World

Many see Andy Burnham as UK government's savior. First he needs a seat in Parliament

Britain’s government is in turmoil, and some see Andy Burnham as the one to save it

Many see Andy Burnham as UK government's savior. First he needs a seat in Parliament
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|World

As global crises multiply, scores of US diplomats say they have been forced out

As global crises multiply, scores of US diplomats say they have been forced out

As global crises multiply, scores of US diplomats say they have been forced out
Africa|Crime|World

US and Nigerian forces kill senior ISIS commander, Trump says

US and Nigerian forces kill senior ISIS commander, Trump says

US and Nigerian forces kill senior ISIS commander, Trump says
Business|Economy|US|World

Trump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make

Trump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make

Trump returns from China with no Iran breakthrough — and a decision to make
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Long Island Rail Road, America’s largest commuter railroad, is on strike

Long Island Rail Road, America’s largest commuter railroad, is on strike

Long Island Rail Road, America’s largest commuter railroad, is on strike
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Trump's description of Taiwan as a ‘good negotiating chip’ with China raises anxieties

U.S. President Donald Trump has described arms sales to Taiwan as a "very good negotiating chip" in dealings with China

Trump's description of Taiwan as a ‘good negotiating chip’ with China raises anxieties
Business|Economy|Sports|World

How much are players earning at PGA Championship? The purse goes up to $20.5M

The PGA Championship has bumped up its prize fund by $1.5 million

How much are players earning at PGA Championship? The purse goes up to $20.5M
Crime|Political|World

Israel kills most senior Hamas military leader in Gaza strike

Israel kills most senior Hamas military leader in Gaza strike

Israel kills most senior Hamas military leader in Gaza strike
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint US-Nigerian mission

President Donald Trump says U.S. and Nigerian forces carried out a mission to kill a leader of the Islamic State group

Trump says Islamic State group leader was killed in a joint US-Nigerian mission
Asia|Crime|World

A cargo train hits a public bus at a Bangkok rail crossing, killing at least 8

A train has crashed into a public bus in Bangkok, killing at least eight people

A cargo train hits a public bus at a Bangkok rail crossing, killing at least 8
Europe|Sports|World

Mourinho receives Arbeloa's blessing amid talk of return to Real Madrid

Real Madrid’s Álvaro Arbeloa has given his blessing to former boss José Mourinho amid intense speculation that the Portuguese coach is set to replace him and start a second stint at the European powerhouse

Mourinho receives Arbeloa's blessing amid talk of return to Real Madrid
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Trump leaves China summit with Iran, Taiwan, and trade in focus

President Donald Trump left Beijing for the US on Friday afternoon after two days of high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping to ease tensions between the world’s two largest economies. Air Force One departed following a tarmac ceremony where Trump fist-pumped as attendees waved US and Chinese flags. The visit featured a state banquet, historic site tours, and working meals.

Trump leaves China summit with Iran, Taiwan, and trade in focus
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump's trip to Beijing

Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a two-day trip to Beijing next week, the Kremlin says

Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump's trip to Beijing
Business|Economy|Political|World

US CEOs follow Trump's footsteps with diplomacy in Beijing

As U.S.

US CEOs follow Trump's footsteps with diplomacy in Beijing
Business|Economy|Health|World

Argentina’s beef consumption falls to lowest level in 20 years as prices soar

Argentina’s beef consumption has fallen to its lowest level in two decades as soaring prices and weakening purchasing power push many families to replace beef with cheaper proteins like chicken and pork

Argentina’s beef consumption falls to lowest level in 20 years as prices soar
Political|World

Gaza airstrike targeted Hamas military wing leader, Israel says

Israeli officials say an airstrike in Gaza has targeted Izz al-Din al-Haddad, the leader of Hamas’ military wing

Gaza airstrike targeted Hamas military wing leader, Israel says
Business|Economy|Political|World

As Netanyahu spotlights Israel's ties to the UAE, its rulers prefer to be discreet

The tight relationship between Israel and the United Arab Emirates is typically managed discreetly

As Netanyahu spotlights Israel's ties to the UAE, its rulers prefer to be discreet
Health|Science|Technology|World

FDA official who scrutinized COVID shots and antidepressants is out in latest shake-up

The Food and Drug Administration's top drug official is leaving in the latest shake-up at the powerful health agency

FDA official who scrutinized COVID shots and antidepressants is out in latest shake-up
Americas|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Pope creates artificial intelligence study group as Vatican prepares to release his first encyclical

Pope Leo XIV has created a study group on artificial intelligence in a sign of his ongoing concern about the technology

Pope creates artificial intelligence study group as Vatican prepares to release his first encyclical
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

These women are training to represent the US in an Olympic sport they'd never heard of

With Los Angeles hosting the 2028 Olympics, the U.S. women’s handball team will be able to play in the Games for the first time since 1996

These women are training to represent the US in an Olympic sport they'd never heard of
Political|US|World

Supreme Court rejects Virginia's bid to restore congressional map favoring Democrats

The Supreme Court has rejected Virginia’s bid to restore a congressional map that would have given Democrats a chance to pick up four seats in the closely divided House of Representatives

Supreme Court rejects Virginia's bid to restore congressional map favoring Democrats
Political|US|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Trump administration prepares to seek Raúl Castro indictment as it pressures Cuba, AP sources say
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Stock markets worldwide drop from records as worries about oil prices rattle the bond market

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

Stock markets worldwide drop from records as worries about oil prices rattle the bond market
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AP finishes US restructuring with round of 20 layoffs, part of strategic pivot from print journalism

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

AP finishes US restructuring with round of 20 layoffs, part of strategic pivot from print journalism
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Iraqi militant leader ‘directed and urged’ attacks on Americans and Jews over Iran war, feds say

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

Iraqi militant leader ‘directed and urged’ attacks on Americans and Jews over Iran war, feds say
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US Justice Department working to indict former Cuban president Raul Castro

US Justice Department working to indict former Cuban president Raul Castro

US Justice Department working to indict former Cuban president Raul Castro
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say

The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say
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Doctor to Erin Burnett on what life is like inside biocontainment unit: 'it's a little weird being in here by myself'

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

Doctor to Erin Burnett on what life is like inside biocontainment unit: 'it's a little weird being in here by myself'
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Iran's top diplomat says a lack of trust is impeding talks to end war with the US

Iran’s foreign minister says that a lack of trust remains the biggest obstacle in negotiations to end the war with the U.S. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said contradictory messages from the U.S. have made Iran reluctant about its intentions in the stalled ceasefire negotiations

Iran's top diplomat says a lack of trust is impeding talks to end war with the US
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U.S. Marshals find Pennsylvania fugitive living in the woods in Florida

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

U.S. Marshals find Pennsylvania fugitive living in the woods in Florida
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Exclusive: Hackers have breached tank readers at US gas stations; officials suspect Iran is responsible

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

Exclusive: Hackers have breached tank readers at US gas stations; officials suspect Iran is responsible
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‘Creeps need not apply’: How a team of bipartisan women plan to change Capitol Hill’s culture of harassment

‘Creeps need not apply’: How a team of bipartisan women plan to change Capitol Hill’s culture of harassment

‘Creeps need not apply’: How a team of bipartisan women plan to change Capitol Hill’s culture of harassment
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Trump says new sculpture garden honoring 250 prominent Americans will rise along the Potomac River

President Donald Trump plans to build an exhibit of statues featuring prominent Americans along the Potomac River

Trump says new sculpture garden honoring 250 prominent Americans will rise along the Potomac River
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The balikbayan box: The way Filipino Americans have sent love all the way back home

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Scientists find climate change is reducing oxygen in rivers worldwide

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

Scientists find climate change is reducing oxygen in rivers worldwide
Political|World

Israeli forces set up a camp in the Iraqi desert during Iran war, officials say

Israeli forces set up a temporary post in the Iraqi desert during the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, according to officials

Israeli forces set up a camp in the Iraqi desert during Iran war, officials say
Economy|Election|Europe|World

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

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

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

Switzerland beats defending champion the US in ice hockey worlds opener

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

Switzerland beats defending champion the US in ice hockey worlds opener
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Trailblazing goalie Manon Rheaume hired to become first GM of PWHL's Detroit expansion team

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

Trailblazing goalie Manon Rheaume hired to become first GM of PWHL's Detroit expansion team
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CNN brings you inside Cuba as recent developments worsen the country's energy crisis

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CNN brings you inside Cuba as recent developments worsen the country's energy crisis
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Powell's tenure as Fed chair marked by fight for independence while trying to tame inflation

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

Powell's tenure as Fed chair marked by fight for independence while trying to tame inflation
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Search for bodies of Italian divers in Maldives cave suspended due to bad weather

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

Search for bodies of Italian divers in Maldives cave suspended due to bad weather
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Justice Department to seek death penalty for man charged with killing 2 Israeli Embassy staffers

The Justice Department will seek the death penalty for the man accused of fatally shooting two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in Washington outside a Jewish museum

Justice Department to seek death penalty for man charged with killing 2 Israeli Embassy staffers
Crime|Political|World

New Virginia law banning `assault firearms' prompts quick lawsuits from gun-rights groups

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has signed legislation banning certain semi-automatic firearms

New Virginia law banning `assault firearms' prompts quick lawsuits from gun-rights groups
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Texas high court rejects removal of Democratic lawmakers who led quorum break over redistricting

The Texas Supreme Court has refused to declare that Democratic state lawmakers who briefly left the state last year in a quorum break to stop a vote on new congressional voting maps pushed by President Donald Trump vacated their offices

Texas high court rejects removal of Democratic lawmakers who led quorum break over redistricting
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Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to a Eurovision Song Contest that embraces linguistic diversity

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

Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to a Eurovision Song Contest that embraces linguistic diversity
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Saying ‘screw you’ through architecture: America’s spite houses

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

Saying ‘screw you’ through architecture: America’s spite houses
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Trump leaves Beijing with few wins but warm words for Xi

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Trump leaves Beijing with few wins but warm words for Xi
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US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland

The Pentagon has canceled plans to deploy 4,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland, two U.S. officials said, a surprise decision slammed by lawmakers that renewed questions

US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland
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New species of giant dinosaur identified from remains found in Thailand

New species of giant dinosaur identified from remains found in Thailand

New species of giant dinosaur identified from remains found in Thailand
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UK media regulator says X promises to crack down on terrorist and hate content

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

UK media regulator says X promises to crack down on terrorist and hate content
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Trump says Xi is considering a detained pastor's case, but freeing activist Jimmy Lai is 'tough'

U.S. President Donald Trump says Chinese President Xi Jinping is considering the case of detained pastor Ezra Jin Mingri

Trump says Xi is considering a detained pastor's case, but freeing activist Jimmy Lai is 'tough'
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Trump says China will buy 200 planes from Boeing, with a possibility of expanding the deal to 750

President Donald Trump said aircraft manufacturer Boeing has a deal to sell at least 200 planes to China

Trump says China will buy 200 planes from Boeing, with a possibility of expanding the deal to 750
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Trump leaves China, short on deliverables but with signs of a stabilized relationship

Trump leaves China, short on deliverables but with signs of a stabilized relationship

Trump leaves China, short on deliverables but with signs of a stabilized relationship
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Don't expect Oleksandr Usyk to get into the ring with Jake Paul any time soon

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

Don't expect Oleksandr Usyk to get into the ring with Jake Paul any time soon
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Trump announces sculpture garden site as he muses on architecture after trip to China

Trump announces sculpture garden site as he muses on architecture after trip to China

Trump announces sculpture garden site as he muses on architecture after trip to China
Sports|World

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

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

Premier League winger Mitoma out of Japan squad for World Cup as 26-player squad named
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Roque’s OT goal lifts Victoire to 3-1 win over Charge in Game 1 of Walter Cup Finals

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

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

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

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

Trump weighs Taiwan arms package after summit aimed at steadying US-China ties
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FBI offers $200,000 reward to catch ex-Air Force specialist wanted on espionage charges in Iran

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

FBI offers $200,000 reward to catch ex-Air Force specialist wanted on espionage charges in Iran
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Shakira and Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem, 'Dai Dai'

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

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