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Thousands protest in India after clashes, despite Modi assuring action on exams

Thousands of supporters of India's youth-led "cockroach" movement protested in Delhi on Tuesday, a day after violent

Thousands protest in India after clashes, despite Modi assuring action on exams
Business|Economy|Political|World

Carney says he will intensify trade talks with Trump; most premiers pledge to keep US alcohol bans

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he and U.S.

Carney says he will intensify trade talks with Trump; most premiers pledge to keep US alcohol bans
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US urges isolating Nicaragua after Ortega vows to end elections

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US urges isolating Nicaragua after Ortega vows to end elections
Election|Political|US

New Jersey says software error put 6,600 noncitizens on voter rolls

Roughly 6,600 people who were not U.S. citizens were accidentally added to New Jersey's voter rolls because of a software error at the state motor vehicles

New Jersey says software error put 6,600 noncitizens on voter rolls
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

What to know about the 50% tariffs Trump is imposing on Canada

President Donald Trump has reached back to the Great Depression for an obscure trade weapon he can use to wallop Canada again

What to know about the 50% tariffs Trump is imposing on Canada
Political|US|World

Rubio meets China's Wang as US, China prepare for possible Xi visit

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Rubio meets China's Wang as US, China prepare for possible Xi visit
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US appeals court raises prospect of re-arrest of pro-Palestinian advocate Mahdawi

A U.S. appeals court ruled on Tuesday that a lower court lacked the jurisdiction to order the Trump administration to release pro-Palestinian advocate Mohsen

US appeals court raises prospect of re-arrest of pro-Palestinian advocate Mahdawi
Business|Economy|Political|World

Senate Democrat calls for probe of US derivatives regulator's staff cuts

President Donald Trump's deep staffing cuts at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission could hamper its ability to enforce the law and should be investigated by the

Senate Democrat calls for probe of US derivatives regulator's staff cuts
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Moroccan man’s death in Italian police custody sparks some violent protests and calls for justice

Moroccan man’s death in Italian police custody sparks some violent protests and calls for justice

Moroccan man’s death in Italian police custody sparks some violent protests and calls for justice
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Appeals court upholds White House adviser Peter Navarro's contempt of Congress convictions

A federal appeals court has upheld White House adviser Peter Navarro’s convictions for defying a subpoena for records from the House committee that investigated the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol

Appeals court upholds White House adviser Peter Navarro's contempt of Congress convictions
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

US pauses $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California, Minnesota

The Trump administration is pausing $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota over "suspected fraud and noncompliance," U.S.

US pauses $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California, Minnesota
Business|Economy|Political|Sports|World

Tebas: Infantino should resign for 'destroying the football industry'

La Liga president Javier Tebas has called on Gianni Infantino to resign as head of FIFA

Tebas: Infantino should resign for 'destroying the football industry'
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

US military identifies 2 soldiers killed during Iranian strikes in Jordan and 1 killed during drone detonation in Iraq

US military identifies 2 soldiers killed during Iranian strikes in Jordan and 1 killed during drone detonation in Iraq

US military identifies 2 soldiers killed during Iranian strikes in Jordan and 1 killed during drone detonation in Iraq
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

French lawmakers adopt a sweeping social media ban for children under 15

French lawmakers have adopted a bill banning children under 15 from using social media, making France the first country in the European Union to approve a blanket ban on platforms as concerns grow worldwide over the harmful effects of digital content on kids

French lawmakers adopt a sweeping social media ban for children under 15
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Political

Smithsonian history museum chief rejects White House criticism of its leaders as radical activists

The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History is pushing back against a White House report labeling the institution's leadership as radical activists

Smithsonian history museum chief rejects White House criticism of its leaders as radical activists
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Trump administration pushes ahead with plans to reopen the US embassy in Libya

The State Department has informed Congress that it plans to move ahead with the potential reopening of the U.S. Embassy in Libya

Trump administration pushes ahead with plans to reopen the US embassy in Libya
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump downplays Chinese election interference five days after describing breach of historic proportions

Trump downplays Chinese election interference five days after describing breach of historic proportions

Trump downplays Chinese election interference five days after describing breach of historic proportions
Business|Crime|Health|Political|Technology|World

The Gates Foundation met with Epstein about 30 times despite staff concerns, an external review says

An external review of the Gates Foundation's ties to Jeffrey Epstein has found that staff met more than two dozen times with the disgraced financier

The Gates Foundation met with Epstein about 30 times despite staff concerns, an external review says
Business|Education|Environment|Political|World

Rare access reveals changing face of Mapuche struggle in Chile

After years of reclaiming ancestral

Rare access reveals changing face of Mapuche struggle in Chile
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices rise to five-week high on US-Iran attacks, Houthi blockade threat

Oil prices climbed about 2% on Tuesday to a five-week high, on worries that energy supply disruptions could worsen in the Middle East due to more

Oil prices rise to five-week high on US-Iran attacks, Houthi blockade threat
Business|Economy|Political|World

US announces trade deal with Jordan

The United States on Tuesday announced a trade deal with Jordan that the White House said would remove barriers for U.S. exporters and provide new access for critical U.S.

US announces trade deal with Jordan
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

US lawmakers urge Trump to act against EU tech rules, suggest trade probes

A group of 25 U.S. lawmakers has written to U.S.

US lawmakers urge Trump to act against EU tech rules, suggest trade probes
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Italy to use EU budget leeway to fund energy-relief measures in 2027-2028

Italy plans to use the European Union's so-called "escape clause" from the bloc's budget rules to fund measures aimed at softening energy costs in 2027 and 2028, a statement

Italy to use EU budget leeway to fund energy-relief measures in 2027-2028
Crime|Europe|Political|World

French mayor taken from his home and placed under protection after drug gang threats

A mayor in southern France was whisked from his home during the night and placed in police protection after authorities got wind of a potential

French mayor taken from his home and placed under protection after drug gang threats
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Developed market debt to hit record $75.8 trillion as shocks and spending pressures mount, Fitch says

Government debt across developed economies is set to climb to a record $75.8 trillion by the end of 2026 as countries struggle with persistent budget deficits

Developed market debt to hit record $75.8 trillion as shocks and spending pressures mount, Fitch says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Azerbaijan president says German-Russian talks were held in Baku

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said on Tuesday that flight records suggested former and current German and Russian officials had held a clandestine meeting in Baku

Azerbaijan president says German-Russian talks were held in Baku
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|World

India student protests give opposition a rare opening against Modi

By Krishna N.

India student protests give opposition a rare opening against Modi
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What we know about the late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s funeral plans

What we know about the late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s funeral plans

What we know about the late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s funeral plans
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK politician Ann Widdecombe was struck 21 times with a hammer, court hears

UK politician Ann Widdecombe was struck 21 times with a hammer, court hears

UK politician Ann Widdecombe was struck 21 times with a hammer, court hears
Political|US|World

Appeals court rejects Biden's bid to block release of recordings of ghostwriter interviews

Joe Biden disagrees with an appeals court's rejection of his effort to block the release of audio recordings of his interviews with a memoir ghostwriter

Appeals court rejects Biden's bid to block release of recordings of ghostwriter interviews
Arts|Environment|Political|US|World

Trump administration seeking to rewrite historic preservation rules to smooth way for pet projects

Trump administration seeking to rewrite historic preservation rules to smooth way for pet projects

Trump administration seeking to rewrite historic preservation rules to smooth way for pet projects
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Treasury's Bessent tells Fox Business 50% Canada tariffs are 'reciprocity'

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US Treasury's Bessent tells Fox Business 50% Canada tariffs are 'reciprocity'
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Houthis warn shipping companies to avoid Saudi ports, email shows

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militia told shipping companies not to load or discharge cargo at Saudi Arabian ports or they may be

Houthis warn shipping companies to avoid Saudi ports, email shows
Europe|Political|World

New UK defence minister calls Russia's military exercise off the UK coast 'irresponsible'

Britain's new defence minister Wes Streeting on Tuesday said it was "irresponsible" for Russia to have conducted a live-fire weapons exercise off the English coast.

New UK defence minister calls Russia's military exercise off the UK coast 'irresponsible'
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Burnham targets lower energy bills in first move as UK prime minister

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said on Tuesday he would cut taxes on electricity bills, the first of several early moves to signal

Burnham targets lower energy bills in first move as UK prime minister
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump administration to unveil forced labor trade action soon, says Greer

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Trump administration to unveil forced labor trade action soon, says Greer
Health|Political|World

'Interaction' with Iran's injured Supreme Leader increasing daily, president says

The level of "interaction" with Iran's Supreme Leader is increasing day by day, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said in a video clip published on state media on Tuesday.

'Interaction' with Iran's injured Supreme Leader increasing daily, president says
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russian attack kills three in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia, officials say

A Russian guided-bomb attack on the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia killed at least three people on Tuesday and injured more than a dozen, regional

Russian attack kills three in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia, officials say
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Murdered ex-UK minister Widdecombe was struck on head with hammer 21 times, court told

Former British government minister Ann Widdecombe was killed by a man who struck her on the head 21 times with a hammer while she was eating lunch at home

Murdered ex-UK minister Widdecombe was struck on head with hammer 21 times, court told
Europe|Political|World

When are Turkey's next elections, and can Erdogan run again?

Turkey's opposition leader, Ozgur Ozel, said he would form a new party to challenge Tayyip Erdogan, a political splintering that could boost the

When are Turkey's next elections, and can Erdogan run again?
Business|Economy|Political|World

Carney says he and Trump agreed to intensify trade talks

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he had spoken to U.S President Donald Trump on Tuesday and told reporters the two leaders had agreed to intensify trade

Carney says he and Trump agreed to intensify trade talks
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Southeast Asia's top diplomats hold security talks in Manila as US-Iran fighting rages

Southeast Asia’s top diplomats have opened three days of talks in the Philippine capital with an agenda topped by their most daunting security problems

Southeast Asia's top diplomats hold security talks in Manila as US-Iran fighting rages
Political|World

Isabella Gonzales, 19-year-old Army private from Carrollton, killed in Iranian strike on Jordan, Pentagon says

Isabella Gonzales, 19-year-old Army private from Carrollton, killed in Iranian strike on Jordan, Pentagon says

Isabella Gonzales, 19-year-old Army private from Carrollton, killed in Iranian strike on Jordan, Pentagon says
Health|Political|Science|World

US actions harm global efforts to prevent and treat HIV in dozens of countries, new report says

A new report says the Trump administration’s disruptions to a global AIDS relief program have forced organizations to close clinics, lay off staff and cut services, seriously impeding efforts to prevent and treat the disease in dozens of countries

US actions harm global efforts to prevent and treat HIV in dozens of countries, new report says
Health|Political|World

Israeli airstrike kills family of six in Gaza, medics say

An Israeli airstrike on Tuesday killed a father, his wife and their four children in Gaza City, while setting their home

Israeli airstrike kills family of six in Gaza, medics say
Arts|Crime|Education|Political|World

India’s youth-led Cockroach movement vows to keep demanding reforms after police crackdown

Supporters of India’s youth-led Cockroach movement demanding educational reforms and government accountability say they will continue their protest in New Delhi

India’s youth-led Cockroach movement vows to keep demanding reforms after police crackdown
Economy|Education|Health|Political

Indonesia cuts budget of president's free meals programme further to $12.8 billion

Indonesia has further reduced its budget for President Prabowo Subianto's signature free school meals programme to 229 trillion rupiah ($12.81 billion) from 268 trillion

Indonesia cuts budget of president's free meals programme further to $12.8 billion
Environment|Health|Political|Science

Time for a clock change? Congress considers daylight saving time … again

A bill now being considered in the Senate would make daylight saving time permanent, but research suggests moving to standard time would bring more benefits.

Time for a clock change? Congress considers daylight saving time … again
Africa|Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Africa's top health official asks US to lift Ebola-related travel restrictions on Uganda

The head of Africa's top public health agency said he had written to U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

Africa's top health official asks US to lift Ebola-related travel restrictions on Uganda
Business|Economy|Political|World

China's foreign minister discusses trade balance with EU lawmakers

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told a delegation of European lawmakers in Beijing on Tuesday that China and the EU should promote an "upward dynamic balance" in

China's foreign minister discusses trade balance with EU lawmakers
Asia|Business|Political|World

India's Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi protest outside Modi's house

Indian opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and his sister Priyanka, along with members of their Congress party, staged a protest outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi's house

India's Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi protest outside Modi's house
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Turkey's opposition leader to form new party to challenge Erdogan

Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel said on Tuesday he would resign his post and form a new party, a political splintering that compounds the

Turkey's opposition leader to form new party to challenge Erdogan
Education|Environment|Political|Science

5 lessons from 20 years of climate surveys: Political party matters, but it doesn’t explain everything

Why would a young Republican back solar but reject a carbon tax? Twenty years of survey data shows climate opinion is more complex than party labels suggest.

5 lessons from 20 years of climate surveys: Political party matters, but it doesn’t explain everything
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

On sidelines of Iran war, Israel is readying plans in case of escalation

On sidelines of Iran war, Israel is readying plans in case of escalation

On sidelines of Iran war, Israel is readying plans in case of escalation
Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Israel is building a miles-long earthen barrier inside Gaza, entrenching its division

The Israeli military is rapidly constructing a large earthen barrier in the Gaza Strip, further entrenching the division of the tiny Palestinian enclave

Israel is building a miles-long earthen barrier inside Gaza, entrenching its division
Europe|Political|World

Russian warship conducts live-fire exercise off UK as new PM Burnham reaffirms support for Kyiv

Russian warship conducts live-fire exercise off UK as new PM Burnham reaffirms support for Kyiv

Russian warship conducts live-fire exercise off UK as new PM Burnham reaffirms support for Kyiv
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

India summons senior Russian diplomat over deaths of four Indians on ship in Black Sea

India said it had summoned a senior Russian diplomat on Tuesday and expressed "grave concerns" after a missile strike killed four Indians on a Black Sea cargo ship that

India summons senior Russian diplomat over deaths of four Indians on ship in Black Sea
Economy|Environment|Food|Health|Political|Science|World

Global hunger declines across continents but climate, trade risks loom, UN says

Global hunger declined for a third consecutive year in 2025, with improvements recorded across every continent, although mounting risks

Global hunger declines across continents but climate, trade risks loom, UN says
Africa|Crime|Political|World

West African bloc calls for Guinea-Bissau opposition leader's release

The West African bloc ECOWAS urged Guinea-Bissau's military-led government to unconditionally release all detained political figures, including opposition leader Domingos

West African bloc calls for Guinea-Bissau opposition leader's release
Election|Political|US

MAGA candidates keep losing in Arizona. Andy Biggs is out to break the trend

MAGA candidates keep losing in Arizona. Andy Biggs is out to break the trend

MAGA candidates keep losing in Arizona. Andy Biggs is out to break the trend
Business|Political|Travel|World

On this West Bank hilltop, a fight over the past will determine who controls the future

On this West Bank hilltop, a fight over the past will determine who controls the future

On this West Bank hilltop, a fight over the past will determine who controls the future
Political|World

Officials sought phone records of NYT journalists and their relatives in an effort to unmask sources

A court document says President Donald Trump's administration sought New York Times journalists’ phone records and even those of some of their relatives in an attempt to unmask the confidential sources of reporters who wrote about Trump’s Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet

Officials sought phone records of NYT journalists and their relatives in an effort to unmask sources
Crime|Political|World

House Democrats launch investigation into whether Jeffrey Epstein acted as a foreign agent

House Democrats launch investigation into whether Jeffrey Epstein acted as a foreign agent

House Democrats launch investigation into whether Jeffrey Epstein acted as a foreign agent
Asia|Political|World

Philippines, China summon each other's envoys over South China Sea incident

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will summon China's ambassador in Manila, his office said on Tuesday, hours after Manila's envoy in Beijing was similarly

Philippines, China summon each other's envoys over South China Sea incident
Europe|Political|World

Descendant of Nazi opponent tries to remove far-right party's wreath at Hitler plot memorial event

A descendant of an executed opponent of the Nazis tried to remove a wreath from the far-right Alternative for Germany party at an event in Berlin marking the 82nd anniversary of the failed attempt to kill Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler

Descendant of Nazi opponent tries to remove far-right party's wreath at Hitler plot memorial event
Environment|Political|Science|World

Ontario wildfires expand as smoke lingers in parts of the US

Wildfires burning across Ontario have grown to 735,000 hectares (1.8 million acres), from 650,000 hectares over the weekend, Premier Doug Ford said

Ontario wildfires expand as smoke lingers in parts of the US
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK borrows less in June but fiscal challenge for Burnham remains huge

Britain's government borrowed £16 billion ($21.51 billion) in June, a third less than in the same month last year, according to official data which nonetheless showed the

UK borrows less in June but fiscal challenge for Burnham remains huge
Economy|Political|US|World

US and Iran dig in over the Strait of Hormuz, showing the limits of intensifying airstrikes

The U.S. and Iran are back to bombing every day in a bid to control the Strait of Hormuz

US and Iran dig in over the Strait of Hormuz, showing the limits of intensifying airstrikes
Economy|Political|World

US military completes its latest strikes on Iran, marking the 10th successive night of attacks

The U.S. military said late on Monday it finished its latest round of strikes on Iran, saying it hit Iranian military command centers, missile and

US military completes its latest strikes on Iran, marking the 10th successive night of attacks
Business|Election|Finance|Political|World

Trump-aligned MAGA Inc builds stockpile of more than $400 million

MAGA Inc, a campaign funding group aligned with U.S.

Trump-aligned MAGA Inc builds stockpile of more than $400 million
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Trump administration sued by rights groups over attempted childcare funding cuts

Civil rights groups said they filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump's administration on Monday over the government's attempt to restrict

Trump administration sued by rights groups over attempted childcare funding cuts
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

New Zealand and Philippines form comprehensive partnership

New Zealand and the Philippines have formed a comprehensive partnership, New Zealand foreign minister Winston Peters said on Tuesday.

New Zealand and Philippines form comprehensive partnership
MidEast|Political|World

Another tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz as US strikes Iran for 10th consecutive night

Iran has attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing its crew to abandon the ship

Another tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz as US strikes Iran for 10th consecutive night
Business|Economy|Political|World

US imposes new 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products

President Donald Trump unveiled 50% tariffs on a wide range of imports from Canada on Monday in response to what the U.S. administration

US imposes new 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|US

Maine Democratic Senate frontrunner faces scrutiny over alleged anger outbursts

CNN Investigates Reporter and Producer Allison Gordon joins CNN News Central on her reporting.

Maine Democratic Senate frontrunner faces scrutiny over alleged anger outbursts
Crime|Political

Army veteran charged with arson after allegedly throwing incendiary device at NYC federal building

Army veteran charged with arson after allegedly throwing incendiary device at NYC federal building

Army veteran charged with arson after allegedly throwing incendiary device at NYC federal building
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Nicaragua's Ortega says 'never again' for elections after two decades in power

Nicaragua's long-serving president Daniel Ortega said the Central American country will no longer hold elections, eliminating the possibility of an electoral challenge when his

Nicaragua's Ortega says 'never again' for elections after two decades in power
Europe|Political|World

Israeli ministers rally for Gaza settlements

With Israeli elections scheduled for October, far-right ministers are turning the push to rebuild Jewish settlements in Gaza into a central issue of their campaign. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, led thousands of Israeli settlers and activists to the Gaza perimeter Sunday, in a demonstration called the "March of Thousands to Gaza". CNN's Nic Robertson reports from the ground.

Israeli ministers rally for Gaza settlements
MidEast|Political|World

Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthis say they will block Saudi shipping at Red Sea gateway

Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have announced a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia

Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthis say they will block Saudi shipping at Red Sea gateway
Crime|Environment|Political|World

Twenty-seven bodies recovered after ferry capsizes off Guyana

Guyana's government said on Monday that 27 bodies had been recovered from a ferry that capsized off the coast over the weekend with 179 people on board.

Twenty-seven bodies recovered after ferry capsizes off Guyana
Health|Political|World

US military slow to disclose Iran war injuries with officials citing security needs

US military slow to disclose Iran war injuries with officials citing security needs

US military slow to disclose Iran war injuries with officials citing security needs
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol and cheese

President Donald Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products

Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol and cheese
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-soldier started a fire and fired a pellet gun outside a New York federal building, FBI says

The FBI says a former U.S. Army soldier started a fire and fired a pellet gun outside a New York building housing an immigration court and other government offices

Ex-soldier started a fire and fired a pellet gun outside a New York federal building, FBI says
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Darline Graham to run for full term to replace her brother in US Senate

U.S.

Darline Graham to run for full term to replace her brother in US Senate
Business|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Yemen's Houthis declare naval blockade against Saudi Arabia

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Monday they were imposing a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, drawing a warning from the Saudi-led

Yemen's Houthis declare naval blockade against Saudi Arabia
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

North Korea, Russia foreign ministers hold strategic talks in Moscow, KCNA says

North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov held their third strategic dialogue in Moscow on Monday, North Korean state media KCNA

North Korea, Russia foreign ministers hold strategic talks in Moscow, KCNA says
Business|Crime|Political|World

Israel says pilot safe zones begin in southern Lebanon

The Israeli military said on Monday it had begun a pilot programme for safe zones in southern Lebanon in cooperation with U.S. and Lebanese forces, in what a U.S. official called a

Israel says pilot safe zones begin in southern Lebanon
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Police clash with protesters in Bologna after man dies during arrest attempt

Italian police clashed with demonstrators in the northern city of Bologna on Monday, ANSA news agency reported, during a protest over a man's death after officers tried to

Police clash with protesters in Bologna after man dies during arrest attempt
Crime|Political|US|World

Netanyahu will not be arrested in US, Trump says, as New York mayor mulls options

U.S.

Netanyahu will not be arrested in US, Trump says, as New York mayor mulls options
Europe|Political|World

Bold pledges, upbeat mood and informality: What we learned from Andy Burnham’s first day as Britain’s leader

Bold pledges, upbeat mood and informality: What we learned from Andy Burnham’s first day as Britain’s leader

Bold pledges, upbeat mood and informality: What we learned from Andy Burnham’s first day as Britain’s leader
Americas|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Spain’s World Cup champions return home for royal welcome and parade in front of almost 2 million

Spain’s World Cup-winning soccer team has returned home to an estimated crowd of almost 2 million

Spain’s World Cup champions return home for royal welcome and parade in front of almost 2 million
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US gas prices back up to an average of $4 a gallon again as the US and Iran launch attacks

U.S. gas prices have jumped to an average of $4 a gallon again as the U.S. and Iran launch more attacks

US gas prices back up to an average of $4 a gallon again as the US and Iran launch attacks
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Ebola quarantine center for Americans is up and working in Kenya despite a court ban, activists say

Kenyan activists accuse authorities of violating a court order to halt the setting up of an American-backed Ebola quarantine center in the country

Ebola quarantine center for Americans is up and working in Kenya despite a court ban, activists say
Americas|Business|Crime|Political|US|World

How Mexico’s ‘El Mayo’ went from feared cartel boss to life imprisonment in the US

How Mexico’s ‘El Mayo’ went from feared cartel boss to life imprisonment in the US

How Mexico’s ‘El Mayo’ went from feared cartel boss to life imprisonment in the US
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Sen. Darline Graham running for full Senate term after being appointed to Lindsey Graham’s seat

Sen. Darline Graham running for full Senate term after being appointed to Lindsey Graham’s seat

Sen. Darline Graham running for full Senate term after being appointed to Lindsey Graham’s seat
Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

The Latest: US carries out more strikes on Iran in push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military says it’s carrying out its 10th consecutive night of strikes on Iran in a push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: US carries out more strikes on Iran in push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

On the day Andy Burnham becomes UK PM, a northern city loses trains to London

On the day Andy Burnham became prime minister after vowing to give greater powers and investment to the north of England, the region suffered a

On the day Andy Burnham becomes UK PM, a northern city loses trains to London
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Trump orders tightening of defense supply-chain waiver rules

President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order making it harder for U.S. defense contractors to obtain waivers allowing them to buy

Trump orders tightening of defense supply-chain waiver rules
Political|Technology|US|World

White House: Trump to fly old Air Force One for about a month as Qatari-gifted jet gets 'upgrades'

The White House says President Donald Trump will return to an older Air Force One for about a month as the new Qatari-gifted jet undergoes additional upgrades and enhancements

White House: Trump to fly old Air Force One for about a month as Qatari-gifted jet gets 'upgrades'
Business|Education|Opinion|Political|World

Declassified intelligence is not the same as proof

An international affairs professor with nearly 30 years of experience in the US intelligence community – including at the CIA and NSA – explains how to evaluate the newly released election documents

Declassified intelligence is not the same as proof
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Nolan Wells remembered for his gentle spirit as Rev. Al Sharpton demands truth about his death

Nolan Xavier Wells, an 18-year-old who was found dead after a July 4 boat trip with his friends to a Gulf Coast island, was remembered in Mississippi

Nolan Wells remembered for his gentle spirit as Rev. Al Sharpton demands truth about his death
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Andy Burnham becomes the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade after Starmer resigns

Andy Burnham has taken office as Britain’s new prime minister

Andy Burnham becomes the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade after Starmer resigns
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US

Darline Graham says she will run for a full term in Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat

Sen. Darline Graham announces she's running for a full term in her late brother Lindsey Graham's Senate seat

Darline Graham says she will run for a full term in Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat
MidEast|Political|US|World

After deadly weekend for US troops, Trump vows revenge against Iran

President Donald Trump on Monday said Iran would "pay" for killing U.S. soldiers after multiple service members were killed over the weekend in the war against Iran,

After deadly weekend for US troops, Trump vows revenge against Iran
Political|World

Senegal's Faye backs ex-president Sall's bid for UN top job, ministry says

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has endorsed former President Macky Sall's candidacy to become the next United Nations secretary-general, the foreign ministry

Senegal's Faye backs ex-president Sall's bid for UN top job, ministry says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets commanders as street protests mount

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy met some of Ukraine’s top military commanders on Monday to try to ease growing discontent with the defence leadership that has

Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets commanders as street protests mount
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Haitian children jailed for years without facing judge, UN official says

Children in Haiti have reported being jailed for years without appearing before a judge, the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Representative for Children

Haitian children jailed for years without facing judge, UN official says
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Houthis announce Saudi naval blockade, threatening new front in US-Iran war

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Monday they would impose a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, opening a

Houthis announce Saudi naval blockade, threatening new front in US-Iran war
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Resident uses song to share community concerns with City Council

Resident uses song to share community concerns with City Council

Resident uses song to share community concerns with City Council
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New York army veteran in custody after fire set outside ICE offices

Authorities said a man protesting Immigration and Customs Enforcement was taken into custody on Monday after he ignited a fire and fireworks on the

New York army veteran in custody after fire set outside ICE offices
Crime|Europe|Political

Man charged with murdering former UK minister Ann Widdecombe, motive still unclear

British prosecutors said on Monday a 28-year-old man had been charged with murdering former government minister Ann Widdecombe, and police said they were still

Man charged with murdering former UK minister Ann Widdecombe, motive still unclear
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French Parliament's committee approves social media ban for under-15s

A reconciliation committee of France's Parliament agreed on a bill on Monday to ban access to social media for those under 15 years of age.

French Parliament's committee approves social media ban for under-15s
Crime|Economy|Political|World

US pledges to crack down on Haitian gangs making money off social media

The U.S. envoy to the United Nations says the U.S. government plans to stop violent gangs in Haiti from profiting off social media

US pledges to crack down on Haitian gangs making money off social media
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British prosecutors charge a man with murder in the death of former politician Ann Widdecombe

British prosecutors have charged a 28-year-old man with murder in the death of former politician and reality TV contestant Ann Widdecombe

British prosecutors charge a man with murder in the death of former politician Ann Widdecombe
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Soccer-'Great American Sleepover' softens US image abroad, but World Cup charm campaign hit some bumps

A supersized World Cup tournament and its dizzying array of feel-good social media fodder gave the U.S. image a much-needed boost globally, though concerns

Soccer-'Great American Sleepover' softens US image abroad, but World Cup charm campaign hit some bumps
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Technology

Florida GOP lawmaker and governor candidate says AI data center legislation keeps utility costs down

Florida Republican congressman and governor's race candidate Byron Donalds has announced legislation intended to prevent artificial intelligence data centers from increasing utility costs

Florida GOP lawmaker and governor candidate says AI data center legislation keeps utility costs down
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US senators at airshow to reassure foreign defense contractors, urge tariff-free trade

A bipartisan group of nine U.S. senators on Monday sought to reassure defense contractors from American allies that growing demand for

US senators at airshow to reassure foreign defense contractors, urge tariff-free trade
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Head of US AI safety agency resigns

U.S.

Head of US AI safety agency resigns
Crime|Political|US|World

Senators demand ICE answers and body cameras after 2 fatal shootings in Maine and Houston

Dozens of Democratic U.S. senators and Maine's Independent senator are demanding more details from Immigration and Customs Enforcement about vetting practices for new agents

Senators demand ICE answers and body cameras after 2 fatal shootings in Maine and Houston
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Mexican drug kingpin Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada sentenced in US to life in prison

Mexican drug kingpin Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada was sentenced on Monday to life in prison in the U.S., after a plea deal last year in which he admitted to

Mexican drug kingpin Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada sentenced in US to life in prison
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New Trump rule makes it harder for some immigrants to get green cards

New Trump rule makes it harder for some immigrants to get green cards

New Trump rule makes it harder for some immigrants to get green cards
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The Latest: Andy Burnham replaces Keir Starmer as UK prime minister

Andy Burnham has become Britain's new prime minister, replacing Keir Starmer

The Latest: Andy Burnham replaces Keir Starmer as UK prime minister
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Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, vows to end years of instability

Andy Burnham became Britain's seventh prime minister in a decade on Monday, pledging to reshape its politics to

Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, vows to end years of instability
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Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar declines nomination for president

Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar said on Monday that she will not accept the nomination for president, only a day after Prime Minister Peter Magyar said he would ask

Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar declines nomination for president
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Who is Hamas' new leader Khalil Al-Hayya?

Khalil Al-Hayya, a senior Hamas official who survived an Israeli raid on Qatar in

Who is Hamas' new leader Khalil Al-Hayya?
Political|World

Hamas names Khalil Al-Hayya as new overall leader

Hamas has named Khalil Al-Hayya as its overall leader, according to a statement from the Palestinian militant group on Monday, in a

Hamas names Khalil Al-Hayya as new overall leader
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New UK leader Burnham says he will never take risks with economy

Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, said on Monday he would never take risks with the economy, re-committing to a pledge to stick to the previous government's

New UK leader Burnham says he will never take risks with economy
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Andy Burnham, 'King of the North', becomes Britain's prime minister

After enduring one of the worst moments of his career when he lost his second bid for the Labour leadership in 2015, Andy Burnham

Andy Burnham, 'King of the North', becomes Britain's prime minister
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UK's new PM, Burnham, promises to use 'political capital' to tackle social care

Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, said on Monday he did not want to leave office having failed to tackle the nation's social care crisis, pledging to "use some of

UK's new PM, Burnham, promises to use 'political capital' to tackle social care
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Senator says US daylight saving time bill faces tough fight

A bill passed by the U.S.

Senator says US daylight saving time bill faces tough fight
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Trump calls for review related to scientific manual used by judges

U.S.

Trump calls for review related to scientific manual used by judges
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Sao Tome and Principe President Vila Nova wins second term, preliminary results show

Sao Tome and ​Principe President Carlos Vila Nova has won a second five-year term, according to preliminary results from the election commission announced on Monday.

Sao Tome and Principe President Vila Nova wins second term, preliminary results show
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The Pentagon is desperate for funds — but key Republicans are skeptical

The Pentagon is desperate for funds — but key Republicans are skeptical

The Pentagon is desperate for funds — but key Republicans are skeptical
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Most Americans support conservation – here’s how the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative got politicians from both parties on board too

An analysis of one major effort shows how to get Democrats and Republicans to agree to spend billions of dollars on a decades-long environmental restoration project.

Most Americans support conservation – here’s how the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative got politicians from both parties on board too
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Israel’s far-right openly boasts of resettling Gaza as election looms

Israel’s far-right openly boasts of resettling Gaza as election looms

Israel’s far-right openly boasts of resettling Gaza as election looms
Asia|Education|Political|World

India police use tear gas to stop march on Parliament by Cockroach movement supporters

Police in India have used tear gas and batons to stop supporters of India’s youth-led Cockroach movement from marching to Parliament

India police use tear gas to stop march on Parliament by Cockroach movement supporters
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Bulgaria to ask parliament to allow US tanker aircraft to be stationed at military base

Bulgaria, a NATO and EU member, will seek parliamentary approval on Monday for up to eight U.S. tanker aircraft to be stationed at a military airport, Prime Minister Rumen

Bulgaria to ask parliament to allow US tanker aircraft to be stationed at military base
Asia|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Japanese mayor makes history with maternity leave that caused a stir

The mayor of a small Japanese city became the first sitting mayor in the country to take maternity leave on Monday, a decision that has drawn some

Japanese mayor makes history with maternity leave that caused a stir
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Prosecutors win subpoenas for Philippine vice president Duterte's financial records in impeachment case

The Philippine Senate ordered banks and the Anti-Money Laundering Council on Monday to produce financial records for Vice President Sara Duterte, her husband and several

Prosecutors win subpoenas for Philippine vice president Duterte's financial records in impeachment case
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US pump prices cross $4 again on renewed Middle East fighting

U.S. gasoline pump prices crossed the $4 a gallon mark on Monday as renewed hostilities between the U.S. and Iran further disrupt energy flows through the

US pump prices cross $4 again on renewed Middle East fighting
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Trump administration discloses subpoenas to law firms in fight with US lawyer group

The U.S.

Trump administration discloses subpoenas to law firms in fight with US lawyer group
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What to expect in Arizona’s state primary

Arizona Republicans will choose a nominee in a state primary Tuesday to challenge Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in November

What to expect in Arizona’s state primary
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The new Air Force One’s legal, ethical and national security questions remain as Trump takes inaugural flight

CNN’s Alayna Treene breaks down the concerns that have been brushed aside surrounding the luxury jet donated by the government of Qatar that has become the new Air Force One. President Trump boarded the newly retrofitted jet Wednesday for a trip to North Dakota for an America 250 celebration.

The new Air Force One’s legal, ethical and national security questions remain as Trump takes inaugural flight
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Ukraine fires 400 drones toward Moscow as Zelenskyy grapples with protests

Ukraine has launched over 400 drones toward Moscow, according to the city's mayor

Ukraine fires 400 drones toward Moscow as Zelenskyy grapples with protests
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Portugal's migrant curbs hit construction firms working to solve housing crisis

Jose Simao arrived in Portugal from Angola in 2022 to work as a bricklayer, part of a wave of immigration providing a welcome boost to the country's

Portugal's migrant curbs hit construction firms working to solve housing crisis
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Sonam Wangchuk: the 59-year-old who rallied India's Gen Z against Modi and won

By Saurabh Sharma and Krishna N.

Sonam Wangchuk: the 59-year-old who rallied India's Gen Z against Modi and won
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Russian strikes kill 28 people in Ukraine's Odesa region in July, governor says

Russian strikes have killed 28 people in Ukraine's southern Odesa region in July, the regional governor said on Monday.

Russian strikes kill 28 people in Ukraine's Odesa region in July, governor says
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Russia's Putin meets North Korea's top diplomat in Kremlin

Russia's President Vladimir Putin met North Korea's Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui an the Kremlin on Sunday, thanking her for help in what Moscow calls the special military

Russia's Putin meets North Korea's top diplomat in Kremlin
Crime|Political|World

Singapore minister resigns over 'interactions with a woman', Prime Minister's Office says

Singapore's Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim has resigned from office over his interactions with a woman, Prime Minister

Singapore minister resigns over 'interactions with a woman', Prime Minister's Office says
Asia|Political|World

Southeast Asian ministers set to call for opening of Strait of Hormuz in Manila talks

Southeast Asia’s top diplomats will express alarm over renewed hostilities in the Middle East when they gather in the Philippine capital for annual talks

Southeast Asian ministers set to call for opening of Strait of Hormuz in Manila talks
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Soccer-Boos as Trump and Infantino enter the field for World Cup trophy ceremony

Boos descended from the stands as U.S.

Soccer-Boos as Trump and Infantino enter the field for World Cup trophy ceremony
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

Trump says he told Carney that Canada must get wildfires under control

U.S.

Trump says he told Carney that Canada must get wildfires under control
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Troy Jackson effectively wraps up Maine Democrats’ nomination to face Sen. Susan Collins

Troy Jackson effectively wraps up Maine Democrats’ nomination to face Sen. Susan Collins

Troy Jackson effectively wraps up Maine Democrats’ nomination to face Sen. Susan Collins
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Trump celebrates the World Cup as a US victory as he presents trophy to the winner, Spain

President Donald Trump has presented the World Cup trophy to Spain, the winner of Sunday’s final against Argentina

Trump celebrates the World Cup as a US victory as he presents trophy to the winner, Spain
Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

US Vice President JD Vance announces birth of son

U.S. Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha, welcomed their fourth child, a boy, on Sunday.

US Vice President JD Vance announces birth of son
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia unleashes one of the biggest ballistic missile attacks of Ukraine war, Kyiv says

Russia unleashes one of the biggest ballistic missile attacks of Ukraine war, Kyiv says

Russia unleashes one of the biggest ballistic missile attacks of Ukraine war, Kyiv says
Political|Sports|World

Hungary's PM Magyar to ask chess champion Judit Polgar to become president

Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Sunday that he would ask Judit Polgar, widely regarded as the greatest female chess player of all time, to take up the largely

Hungary's PM Magyar to ask chess champion Judit Polgar to become president
MidEast|Political|US|World

17 US service members have died in the Iran war, reflecting a conflict fought largely in the air

The U.S. military reports that another service member has been killed in the conflict with Iran, bringing the total to 17

17 US service members have died in the Iran war, reflecting a conflict fought largely in the air
Asia|Crime|Education|Political|World

India bans march on parliament by 'Cockroach' activists, standoff looms

Police in India have denied permission for a march on parliament by supporters of the youth-led "Cockroach"

India bans march on parliament by 'Cockroach' activists, standoff looms
Political|World

US renews strikes on Iran after at least two military personnel killed by Iranian attack

The U.S. said it had completed an eighth straight night of attacks against Iran after earlier announcing that at least two U.S.

US renews strikes on Iran after at least two military personnel killed by Iranian attack
Crime|Political|US|World

ICE officers to wear body cameras during vehicle stops, border czar says

In the wake of multiple fatal shootings involving U.S.

ICE officers to wear body cameras during vehicle stops, border czar says
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Russian attacks kill 6 in Kyiv and other cities and expose gaps in Ukraine's air defenses

Russia has attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with missiles, drones and bombs, killing at least six people

Russian attacks kill 6 in Kyiv and other cities and expose gaps in Ukraine's air defenses
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department activates untested court for 'alien terrorist' deportations

The Justice Department has filed a first-ever petition to a secretive and dormant court created 30 years ago to weigh government requests to deport so-called “alien terrorists” from the United States

Justice Department activates untested court for 'alien terrorist' deportations
Election|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

AIPAC has spent a record amount on Michigan's Senate primary, the biggest test of its influence yet

U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is benefiting from tens of millions in pro-Israel spending in her race to be the Democratic nominee for Senate in Michigan

AIPAC has spent a record amount on Michigan's Senate primary, the biggest test of its influence yet
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Mamdani says he’s still looking into arresting Netanyahu if Israeli leader visits New York

Mamdani says he’s still looking into arresting Netanyahu if Israeli leader visits New York

Mamdani says he’s still looking into arresting Netanyahu if Israeli leader visits New York
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Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona primary

Rep. Andy Biggs and Rep. David Schweikert are clashing in the Republican primary for Arizona governor

Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona primary
Education|Health|Political|World

Indian court declines to order activist Wangchuk’s discharge from state-run hospital

Indian authorities were right to move hunger-striking activist Sonam Wangchuk to a government hospital because he had not

Indian court declines to order activist Wangchuk’s discharge from state-run hospital
Election|MidEast|Political|World

Takeaways from the AP-NORC poll of more than 1,000 Jewish Americans

The Associated Press has surveyed more than 1,000 Jewish adults in the U.S. to better understand their views on Israel’s military actions in Gaza, their opinions of the political parties and their experiences with prejudice

Takeaways from the AP-NORC poll of more than 1,000 Jewish Americans
Europe|Political|World

Germany's Merz signals possible opportunity for cabinet reshuffle

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Sunday he may now potentially have an opportunity for changes to his cabinet, a statement coming after the resignation of a top

Germany's Merz signals possible opportunity for cabinet reshuffle
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK's Burnham drops digital ID scheme to prioritise cost of living, say allies

Britain's next leader, Andy Burnham, will scrap government plans for a digital ID scheme when he takes office, signalling his intention to

UK's Burnham drops digital ID scheme to prioritise cost of living, say allies
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Chinese company demands compensation from the UK over British Steel nationalization

Jingye Group, the former owner of British Steel, has demanded compensation from the U.K. government for investment losses after the company's nationalization last week

Chinese company demands compensation from the UK over British Steel nationalization
Political|World

Lebanon's Aoun to meet Trump at White House, hoping to generate pressure on Israel

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun will make his first trip to the White House this week to present a plan to U.S.

Lebanon's Aoun to meet Trump at White House, hoping to generate pressure on Israel
Asia|Political|World

Democratic Taiwan must not become 'China's Taiwan', president says

Taiwan must work together to protect its democracy and not become part of China, President Lai Ching-te said on Sunday, calling on members of

Democratic Taiwan must not become 'China's Taiwan', president says
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Former China Development Bank president is under anti-corruption probe

China's top anti-graft watchdog has announced an investigation into a former president of China Development Bank

Former China Development Bank president is under anti-corruption probe
Americas|Arts|Crime|Political|Travel|World

Cuban artist and dissident exiled from country after 5 years in prison arrives in US

A famous Cuban dissident artist, Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, arrived in Miami on Saturday after being released from a five-year prison sentence on the condition that he leave his country

Cuban artist and dissident exiled from country after 5 years in prison arrives in US
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US military launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran for deaths of US troops

The U.S. military says it has carried out new airstrikes against Iran to “swiftly punish” the country’s Revolutionary Guard for an attack in Jordan that killed two American service members, left one more missing and four requiring hospitalization

US military launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran for deaths of US troops
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DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin issues stark warning to state elections officials

CNN Senior White House Reporter Kevin Liptak joins CNN News Central.

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin issues stark warning to state elections officials
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Data center opponents stage 142 protests across 42 US states

Opponents of the rapid buildout of data centers held 142 protests across 42 states on Saturday in the first nationwide effort to channel

Data center opponents stage 142 protests across 42 US states
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Delayed orders, confusion slowed Venezuelan military's response to quakes, sources say

Delayed orders from senior military commanders, a lack of basic equipment and overall confusion were among the issues that hindered the deployment of Venezuelan troops in the

Delayed orders, confusion slowed Venezuelan military's response to quakes, sources say
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ICE officer connected to fatal Maine shooting suffered 2021 head injury, which he said had left him with ‘cognitive deficits’

ICE officer connected to fatal Maine shooting suffered 2021 head injury, which he said had left him with ‘cognitive deficits’

ICE officer connected to fatal Maine shooting suffered 2021 head injury, which he said had left him with ‘cognitive deficits’
Americas|Arts|Crime|Political|World

Prominent Cuban dissident arrives in US after release

Prominent Cuban dissident arrives in US after release

Prominent Cuban dissident arrives in US after release
Health|Political|World

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 3 children and 6 adults, health officials say

Israeli strikes in Gaza City have killed at least nine Palestinians, including three children, according to hospital officials

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 3 children and 6 adults, health officials say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US says two military personnel killed by Iranian attack in Jordan

The U.S. military said on Saturday two of its personnel were killed in Jordan and another was missing after an

US says two military personnel killed by Iranian attack in Jordan
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Canadian premier calls Trump’s threat to add wildfire pollution costs to tariffs ‘unacceptable’

Canadian premier calls Trump’s threat to add wildfire pollution costs to tariffs ‘unacceptable’

Canadian premier calls Trump’s threat to add wildfire pollution costs to tariffs ‘unacceptable’
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Iran's Supreme Leader says US breaches show Trump's signature is 'worthless'

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in a written statement on Saturday that repeated U.S. breaches of a memorandum of understanding signed by the presidents of Iran and the

Iran's Supreme Leader says US breaches show Trump's signature is 'worthless'
Europe|Political|World

Hungary's president signs law change ending his term in office

Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok has signed a constitutional amendment passed by Prime Minister Peter Magyar's ruling Tisza party that ends his term as

Hungary's president signs law change ending his term in office
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Trump administration to fund Maga-aligned projects in Europe as he reorders US aid, FT reports

The Trump administration is preparing to unveil a series of grants in Europe and beyond to support Maga-aligned initiatives in pursuance of a dramatic overhaul of U.S. foreign aid

Trump administration to fund Maga-aligned projects in Europe as he reorders US aid, FT reports
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

David Crowley reenters battleground Wisconsin’s Democratic governor primary with Gov. Evers’ backing

David Crowley has reentered Wisconsin's Democratic primary for governor, two weeks after suspending his campaign

David Crowley reenters battleground Wisconsin’s Democratic governor primary with Gov. Evers’ backing
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

US Representative Ralph Norman to run for Senate in South Carolina following Lindsey Graham's death

U.S. Representative Ralph Norman, a South Carolina Republican, plans to run for the U.S.

US Representative Ralph Norman to run for Senate in South Carolina following Lindsey Graham's death
Europe|Health|Political|World

Senior Merz ally resigns after coming under pressure in Germany over surrogate baby

Jens Spahn, a senior member of Germany's ruling conservatives, resigned on Saturday after having a baby born to a surrogate mother in the United States, a move at odds with

Senior Merz ally resigns after coming under pressure in Germany over surrogate baby
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Sen. Ossoff fuels reelection campaign with attacks on Trump

Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff has attracted national attention and praise from across the political left with his sweeping indictments of President Donald Trump

Sen. Ossoff fuels reelection campaign with attacks on Trump
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Par for the course: Trump forging ahead with DC golf course makeover without input from oversight agencies

Par for the course: Trump forging ahead with DC golf course makeover without input from oversight agencies

Par for the course: Trump forging ahead with DC golf course makeover without input from oversight agencies
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Nuclear deal that would permit uranium enrichment by Saudi Arabia in limbo awaiting Trump admin sign-off

Nuclear deal that would permit uranium enrichment by Saudi Arabia in limbo awaiting Trump admin sign-off

Nuclear deal that would permit uranium enrichment by Saudi Arabia in limbo awaiting Trump admin sign-off
Education|Health|Political|World

Police shift fasting Indian activist to hospital against his will

Authorities in India's capital Delhi moved social activist Sonam Wangchuk to hospital against his wish on Saturday, after his condition

Police shift fasting Indian activist to hospital against his will
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran’s hardliners warn of a ‘coup’ as US truce comes under pressure

Iran’s hardliners warn of a ‘coup’ as US truce comes under pressure

Iran’s hardliners warn of a ‘coup’ as US truce comes under pressure
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Inside the fight over Israel tearing Democrats on the Hill apart

Inside the fight over Israel tearing Democrats on the Hill apart

Inside the fight over Israel tearing Democrats on the Hill apart
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump shifts his tone on Jimmy Carter while grappling with Iran, inflation and his own legacy

Donald Trump has shifted his tone on former President Jimmy Carter, whom he once sharply criticized

Trump shifts his tone on Jimmy Carter while grappling with Iran, inflation and his own legacy
Health|Political|Science

Doctors question evidence behind Pentagon plan for testosterone screening

U.S.

Doctors question evidence behind Pentagon plan for testosterone screening
Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

Indian police forcibly hospitalize a prominent Cockroach Party activist on hunger strike

Authorities have forcibly transferred activist Sonam Wangchuk to a hospital in New Delhi after his health deteriorated during a 20-day hunger strike

Indian police forcibly hospitalize a prominent Cockroach Party activist on hunger strike
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The US and Iran have blown past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war

The United States and Iran are crossing each other's red lines, one after the other

The US and Iran have blown past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Germany upgrades security stance to 'high threat level', interior minister tells paper

Germany is upgrading its security stance to a "high threat level" from a previous "abstract threat level" based on increasing reports and intelligence, the country's

Germany upgrades security stance to 'high threat level', interior minister tells paper
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Britain hopes this man will save its economy. We went to Manchester to find out why

Britain hopes this man will save its economy. We went to Manchester to find out why

Britain hopes this man will save its economy. We went to Manchester to find out why
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke, says he will add cost to tariffs

President Donald Trump on Friday blamed Canada for wildfire smoke spreading across the United States and said he would add the "incalculable

Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke, says he will add cost to tariffs
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US and Iran escalate strikes across Mideast

The United States and Iran have exchanged strikes aimed at infrastructure and military targets as their battle over the Strait of Hormuz intensifies

US and Iran escalate strikes across Mideast
Crime|Political|US|World

Family believes substance in Houston ICE shooting van is salt, attorney says, countering FBI suspicion of drugs

Family believes substance in Houston ICE shooting van is salt, attorney says, countering FBI suspicion of drugs

Family believes substance in Houston ICE shooting van is salt, attorney says, countering FBI suspicion of drugs
Crime|Political|World

Off-duty employee arrested in shooting near ICE detention center in Colorado that injured a woman

An off-duty employee at an immigration detention center in Colorado has been arrested for allegedly firing a gun as a protest was wrapping up outside

Off-duty employee arrested in shooting near ICE detention center in Colorado that injured a woman
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

A Texas prosecutor reveals new details in an ICE killing of a Houston father

A federal prosecutor in Texas has shared new details about the shooting of Mexican national Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE officer in early July

A Texas prosecutor reveals new details in an ICE killing of a Houston father
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US

David Crowley restarts Wisconsin governor bid after Sara Rodriguez quits race over finance problems

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley plans to reenter the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor

David Crowley restarts Wisconsin governor bid after Sara Rodriguez quits race over finance problems
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|US

US cancels automatic protections for imperiled animals as critics warn of extinctions

The U.S. Interior Department has canceled a rule meant to protect plants and animals that are determined to be threatened with extinction

US cancels automatic protections for imperiled animals as critics warn of extinctions
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Top US prosecutor will not dispute DOJ decision to drop Indian tycoon Gautam Adani's criminal case

The top federal prosecutor in Brooklyn said he had no basis to dispute the U.S.

Top US prosecutor will not dispute DOJ decision to drop Indian tycoon Gautam Adani's criminal case
Economy|Political|World

US and Iran target infrastructure as strait shipping comes under further attack

The United States on Friday launched a seventh straight night of attacks on Iran, which in turn struck

US and Iran target infrastructure as strait shipping comes under further attack
Crime|Political|US

Federal appeals court rules that New Jersey's assault weapons ban is unconstitutional

A federal appeals court ruled Friday that New Jersey’s bans on assault firearms and magazines that can hold more than 10 rounds are unconstitutional

Federal appeals court rules that New Jersey's assault weapons ban is unconstitutional
Election|Political|Technology|World

Trump claims new intel reveals vulnerabilities in US elections

President Donald Trump in a primetime speech on Thursday alleged vulnerabilities exist in American election systems, though declassified documents his administration released largely discuss vulnerabilities that have been known for years and that election officials around the country have tried to address.

Trump claims new intel reveals vulnerabilities in US elections
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump alleged China took US election data. Its leader is still planning for a lavish state visit to the US

Trump alleged China took US election data. Its leader is still planning for a lavish state visit to the US

Trump alleged China took US election data. Its leader is still planning for a lavish state visit to the US
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Appeals court says 28-year sentence is too lenient for Libyan militant convicted in Benghazi attack

A federal appeals court has concluded that a 28-year prison sentence is too lenient for a Libyan militant who was convicted of terrorism-related charges in the 2012 attacks on U.S. compounds in Benghazi, Libya, that killed Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans

Appeals court says 28-year sentence is too lenient for Libyan militant convicted in Benghazi attack
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy aims to improve ties with Poland after row over military honour

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday took steps to repair a rift with key ally Poland over his decision in May to name a Ukrainian army unit in honour of World War Two fighters

Ukraine's Zelenskiy aims to improve ties with Poland after row over military honour
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US lifts some Hong Kong sanctions imposed by Trump, autonomy status unchanged

The United States on Friday partially removed Hong Kong-related sanctions and trade restrictions imposed by President Donald Trump in 2020 over China's security

US lifts some Hong Kong sanctions imposed by Trump, autonomy status unchanged
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainians protest for second day, call to replace army chief

Protesters in Kyiv called for the dismissal of Ukraine's commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's removal of a popular

Ukrainians protest for second day, call to replace army chief
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Trump Media pitched $100,000 monthly fee for fastest feed of US president's posts, sources say

Donald Trump's social media company has discussed

Trump Media pitched $100,000 monthly fee for fastest feed of US president's posts, sources say
Economy|Political|US|World

US judge says Trump administration cannot revoke grants that conflict with its priorities

A federal judge on Friday ruled that U.S.

US judge says Trump administration cannot revoke grants that conflict with its priorities
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump says these documents prove his false claims of election fraud. Here's what they really say

President Donald Trump has released a trove documents that he claims prove voter fraud and foreign interference in the 2020 election

Trump says these documents prove his false claims of election fraud. Here's what they really say
Election|Political|US|World

CNN examines Trump's new election vulnerability claims

During his primetime speech, President Trump revisited longstanding claims about election security. CNN's John King said the address did not show how alleged foreign activity changed election results.

CNN examines Trump's new election vulnerability claims
Arts|Crime|Election|Political|Sports

Trump DHS using unverified figures to attack election officials on non-citizen voting

Trump DHS using unverified figures to attack election officials on non-citizen voting

Trump DHS using unverified figures to attack election officials on non-citizen voting
Election|Political|US|World

Trump urges Darline Graham to run in South Carolina special election

Trump urges Darline Graham to run in South Carolina special election

Trump urges Darline Graham to run in South Carolina special election
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump urges Darline Graham to run for full Senate term as funeral scheduled for Lindsey Graham

President Donald Trump says Darline Graham, the sister of the late Lindsey Graham, has his support to run for a full term to replace her brother in the U.S. Senate

Trump urges Darline Graham to run for full Senate term as funeral scheduled for Lindsey Graham
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Venice protests greet U.S. Ambassador Fertitta's arrival on superyacht

A few hundred people in Venice protested on Friday against U.S.

Venice protests greet U.S. Ambassador Fertitta's arrival on superyacht
Election|Political|US|World

DHS threatens states with fines, charges over election measures

U.S.

DHS threatens states with fines, charges over election measures
Election|Political|US|World

Trump says he has asked Lindsey Graham's sister to run for US Senate

President Donald Trump said on Friday he had asked Darline Graham, the sister of late Senator Lindsey Graham, to run for the U.S.

Trump says he has asked Lindsey Graham's sister to run for US Senate
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US oil firms sign deals with Iraq to develop alternative shipping routes

U.S. companies have signed roughly $60 billion in agreements and partnerships with the Iraqi government, including deals intended to create alternative routes for shipping oil out of the Persian Gulf

US oil firms sign deals with Iraq to develop alternative shipping routes
Asia|Economy|Political|World

US lets Hong Kong emergency declaration lapse, lifting some sanctions as Trump order stays

The United States has not renewed the national emergency declaration over Hong Kong, lifting some sanctions but keeping an executive order that revoked Hong Kong's special trading status

US lets Hong Kong emergency declaration lapse, lifting some sanctions as Trump order stays
Africa|Americas|Political|Travel|World

Jamaica says 2 citizens deported by US to Eswatini rejected repatriation offers

Jamaica’s government says two of its three citizens recently deported by the United States to the African kingdom of Eswatini have formally declined offers to be repatriated to the Caribbean nation

Jamaica says 2 citizens deported by US to Eswatini rejected repatriation offers
Crime|Political|World

An Israeli strike on a funeral in Gaza kills 7 people and wounds 22, a local hospital says

An Israeli strike on a funeral in the Gaza Strip has killed at least seven people and wounded another 22

An Israeli strike on a funeral in Gaza kills 7 people and wounds 22, a local hospital says
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Oil settles up on renewed US-Iran hostilities and threat of Red Sea closure

Oil prices climbed more than 4% to their highest in more than a month on Friday after the U.S. and Iran stepped up attacks across the Gulf, with shipping

Oil settles up on renewed US-Iran hostilities and threat of Red Sea closure
Business|Economy|Political|World

Top US tax lawyer forced out after White House clash over tax audits

The U.S. tax agency’s top attorney was forced from his role in recent days after refusing White House demands to participate in tax audits, according to

Top US tax lawyer forced out after White House clash over tax audits
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

FAA chief vows fast time-table to reform US air traffic control systems

The head of the Federal Aviation Administration says the agency needs another $10 billion from Congress to reform the antiquated U.S. air traffic

FAA chief vows fast time-table to reform US air traffic control systems
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Brazil finance chief pledges reciprocity, not retaliation, after new U.S. tariffs

Brazil Finance Minister Dario Durigan said on Friday there were no grounds for discussing retaliation against Washington's latest tariffs, promising instead to carefully

Brazil finance chief pledges reciprocity, not retaliation, after new U.S. tariffs
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Northern Ireland's Donaldson seeks to appeal convictions for child sex offences

Former Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson on Friday sought to appeal against his convictions for historic child sex offences, his lawyer said.

Northern Ireland's Donaldson seeks to appeal convictions for child sex offences
Crime|Health|Political|World

ICE officer in Maine shooting has history of violent behavior, family and records say

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer who shot a Colombian man in Maine this week is an Army veteran who has struggled with serious mental health issues since early childhood, according to close relatives who spoke to The Associated Press

ICE officer in Maine shooting has history of violent behavior, family and records say
Election|Political|US

Maine Democrats running to replace Platner as Senate nominee scramble to woo his voters

Democrats hoping to replace Graham Platner on the Maine ballot for U.S. Senate are scrambling to woo his supporters

Maine Democrats running to replace Platner as Senate nominee scramble to woo his voters
Political|World

How much shooting does it take to end a ‘ceasefire’?

How much shooting does it take to end a ‘ceasefire’?

How much shooting does it take to end a ‘ceasefire’?
Election|Political|US|World

Maine Democratic Senate candidates brand Collins a Trump enabler in debate

Four top candidates vying to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic U.S.

Maine Democratic Senate candidates brand Collins a Trump enabler in debate
Africa|Crime|Political|World

UN sanctions armed groups' leaders in eastern Congo

The United Nations Security Council has imposed sanctions on leaders of armed groups operating in eastern Congo including Rwandan-backed AFC/M23 rebels and the Democratic

UN sanctions armed groups' leaders in eastern Congo
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'This is an embarrassment': MKE County chief judge sounds off on 90-degree courtrooms

'This is an embarrassment': MKE County chief judge sounds off on 90-degree courtrooms

'This is an embarrassment': MKE County chief judge sounds off on 90-degree courtrooms
Crime|Europe|Political|World

A Putin critic is convicted on charges that will keep him from campaigning for Russia's parliament

Boris Nadezhdin, who criticized Moscow’s military action in Ukraine and unsuccessfully tried to run against President Vladimir Putin in the 2024 election, was convicted of displaying “extremist symbols” — an action that will keep him out of this year’s parliamentary race

A Putin critic is convicted on charges that will keep him from campaigning for Russia's parliament
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political

California AG Rob Bonta says a CNN spin-off wouldn’t resolve Paramount–WBD lawsuit

California AG Rob Bonta says a CNN spin-off wouldn’t resolve Paramount–WBD lawsuit

California AG Rob Bonta says a CNN spin-off wouldn’t resolve Paramount–WBD lawsuit
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Consumer sentiment surges due to lower gas prices

Consumer sentiment surges due to lower gas prices

Consumer sentiment surges due to lower gas prices
Political

What is Andy Burnham's policy approach for Britain?

Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham becomes Britain's prime minister on Monday after being elected leader of the governing Labour Party last week.

What is Andy Burnham's policy approach for Britain?
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EU plans measures to help EU banks build scale and compete with US rivals

The European Commission aims to limit political interference in European Union banking mergers and remove obstacles to cross-

EU plans measures to help EU banks build scale and compete with US rivals
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

What is Pakistan military's strength and capability?

Pakistan has been negotiating an expanded defence pact with Kuwait in exchange for energy cooperation and investment, according to five sources with knowledge of the

What is Pakistan military's strength and capability?
Business|Economy|Political|World

Pakistan and Kuwait discuss expanded defence pact, sources say

Pakistan has been negotiating an expanded defence pact with Kuwait in exchange for energy

Pakistan and Kuwait discuss expanded defence pact, sources say
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

The Trump administration’s global campaign against ‘radical left terrorism’ is built on a national security memo without congressional approval

Almost a year after President Trump authorized preemptive law enforcement measures based on political or ideological beliefs, a wave of terrorism prosecutions against left-wing protesters has begun.

The Trump administration’s global campaign against ‘radical left terrorism’ is built on a national security memo without congressional approval
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian courts target two outspoken critics of war in Ukraine

Russian authorities have detained a blogger who criticised President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine and fined an anti-war politician, as Moscow sends a

Russian courts target two outspoken critics of war in Ukraine
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Spain's Sanchez to attend World Cup final alongside Trump amid tensions

Spain's Pedro Sanchez and U.S.

Soccer-Spain's Sanchez to attend World Cup final alongside Trump amid tensions
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Rubio expected to discuss Trump-Xi summit in Asia meetings

U.S.

Rubio expected to discuss Trump-Xi summit in Asia meetings
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Andy Burnham bets political future on remaking Britain's centralised state

Andy Burnham, Britain's next prime minister, is staking his premiership on a goal that has eluded most British

Andy Burnham bets political future on remaking Britain's centralised state
Election|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Netanyahu buys political loyalty with controversial legislation ahead of election

Netanyahu buys political loyalty with controversial legislation ahead of election

Netanyahu buys political loyalty with controversial legislation ahead of election
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Key moments from Trump’s speech claiming declassified documents show US election vulnerabilities

Key moments from Trump’s speech claiming declassified documents show US election vulnerabilities

Key moments from Trump’s speech claiming declassified documents show US election vulnerabilities
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine fights under an interim defense chief after Zelenskyy's contested government shake-up

Ukraine is navigating a leadership shake-up amid its ongoing war with Russia

Ukraine fights under an interim defense chief after Zelenskyy's contested government shake-up
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|World

Japan enshrines male-only succession for the shrinking imperial family

Japan’s parliament has enacted a historic revision to the 19th-century Imperial House Law by insisting only paternal-lineage males can become emperor

Japan enshrines male-only succession for the shrinking imperial family
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

US says it is 'deeply concerned' by PNG closure of Taiwan office

The United States is "deeply concerned" by reports that Papua New Guinea has ordered the closure of Taiwan's representative office in the country, the State Department said

US says it is 'deeply concerned' by PNG closure of Taiwan office
Political|World

Iran strikes eastern Syria, in first such attack during current war

Iran struck eastern Syria on Friday, Iranian state media and a Syrian military source said, in the first known attack by Tehran on Syrian territory since a regional war

Iran strikes eastern Syria, in first such attack during current war
Europe|Political|World

Polish president vetoes bills that would have improved rights of same-sex couples

Poland's president vetoed two bills on Friday that would have introduced "cohabitation contracts" for couples living together, dealing a blow to same-sex couples in one of

Polish president vetoes bills that would have improved rights of same-sex couples
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China warns of reciprocal countermeasures after US shortens foreign journalist visas

The Trump administration is drastically shortening visas for foreign journalists in the U.S. The new rule announced by the Department of Homeland Security limits visas to 240 days, down from up to five years

China warns of reciprocal countermeasures after US shortens foreign journalist visas
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Japan PM vows to pursue steps to encourage domestic investment by GPIF

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Friday the government will pursue steps that encourage investment in domestic financial assets by households

Japan PM vows to pursue steps to encourage domestic investment by GPIF
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

China calls US visa regulations 'discriminatory', threatens countermeasures

China on Friday urged the United States to withdraw its new "discriminatory" visa regulations and said it reserves the right to take reciprocal countermeasures.

China calls US visa regulations 'discriminatory', threatens countermeasures
Political|Science|Technology|World

China's Xi calls for more global efforts to guide AI, chides US for its curbs on tech sharing

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for more global cooperation in the development and governance of artificial intelligence, while promising support for other countries

China's Xi calls for more global efforts to guide AI, chides US for its curbs on tech sharing
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

DOJ says man charged over Philadelphia mosque fire

The U.S. Department of Justice said on Thursday a man was charged with arson in relation to a fire last week at a mosque in Philadelphia. 

DOJ says man charged over Philadelphia mosque fire
Election|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's parliament dissolves ahead of Oct. 27 elections

Israel's parliament has dissolved after passing a series of controversial bills in marathon sessions in its last few days

Israel's parliament dissolves ahead of Oct. 27 elections
Political|Science|Technology|World

Xi pitches China as leader of new global AI order, challenging US dominance

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday cast Beijing as the champion of a new global AI order, using China's

Xi pitches China as leader of new global AI order, challenging US dominance
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Taiwan must heed calls to share responsibility for 'collective defence', president says

Taiwan must heed international calls to share the responsibility for "collective defence", President Lai Ching-te said on Friday, appealing for

Taiwan must heed calls to share responsibility for 'collective defence', president says
MidEast|Political|World

A former prime minister who led Israel out of Lebanon fears mistakes are being repeated

Israel has again occupied much of southern Lebanon, 26 years after ending its 18-year occupation

A former prime minister who led Israel out of Lebanon fears mistakes are being repeated
Crime|Political|US

Lawmakers demand answers after 'bombshell' report about ICE officer shooting in Maine

Democratic members of Congress are demanding answers about Homeland Security’s vetting and training of immigration enforcement officers

Lawmakers demand answers after 'bombshell' report about ICE officer shooting in Maine
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US military says it completed latest strikes on Iran, marking 6th consecutive night of attacks

The U.S. military said late on Thursday it completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran that were carried out at President Donald Trump's direction

US military says it completed latest strikes on Iran, marking 6th consecutive night of attacks
Asia|Political|World

North Korea calls Seoul a 'puppet' for its role in US maritime exercise

North Korean state media on Friday called South Korea a "puppet" following its participation in a maritime exercise led by the U.S., saying Seoul and

North Korea calls Seoul a 'puppet' for its role in US maritime exercise
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US|World

Trump threatens to revoke licenses of US networks for not carrying primetime speech

Two of the three major U.S. television networks and CNN did not broadcast a prime-time address on Thursday by President Donald Trump on their primary

Trump threatens to revoke licenses of US networks for not carrying primetime speech
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump's fiery China allegations may threaten superpower truce

Donald Trump's renewed accusations that China

Trump's fiery China allegations may threaten superpower truce
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Andy Burnham, a mayor from England's north, is poised to become Britain's next prime minister

Andy Burnham is about to become Britain’s 59th prime minister, following the sudden downfall of Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer

Andy Burnham, a mayor from England's north, is poised to become Britain's next prime minister
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|US|Videos|World

To air or not to air? Nation's TV networks struggle to find the right balance for Trump speech

To air or not to air

To air or not to air? Nation's TV networks struggle to find the right balance for Trump speech
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Hong Kong official says booksellers should ensure titles won't harm national security after arrests

Hong Kong’s top security official has urged booksellers to ensure their titles do not harm national security

Hong Kong official says booksellers should ensure titles won't harm national security after arrests
Crime|Election|Political

Why American elections are so complicated — and secure

President Donald Trump said in a speech to the nation that he's using federal power to secure elections from being “stolen.”

Why American elections are so complicated — and secure
Asia|Australia|Crime|Health|Political|World

Australia summons Laos ambassador, calls for serious charges in backpacker methanol deaths

Australia summoned Laos' ambassador to Canberra on Friday, saying it was "deeply frustrated and bitterly disappointed" that Laos was not pursuing the most serious charges

Australia summons Laos ambassador, calls for serious charges in backpacker methanol deaths
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US appeals court keeps in place Pentagon's escort policy for journalists

A federal ​appeals court sided with President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday in a case brought by The New York Times over the Pentagon's

US appeals court keeps in place Pentagon's escort policy for journalists
MidEast|Political|World

US hits more bridges in Iran in an expansion of its airstrike campaign

The United States is expanding its airstrike campaign against Iran by increasingly hitting bridges

US hits more bridges in Iran in an expansion of its airstrike campaign
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump accuses China of 2020 election interference, contradicting U.S. intel

U.S.

Trump accuses China of 2020 election interference, contradicting U.S. intel
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

The Latest: Trump delivers primetime address to the nation

President Donald Trump addressed the nation on topics that included elections and voting machines, revisiting long-debunked conspiracy theories about his 2020 defeat to Democrat Joe Biden

The Latest: Trump delivers primetime address to the nation
Crime|Political|World

Outrage after ICE agents tackle man at Las Vegas airport

Video footage of ICE agents tackling a man at Las Vegas Airport has sparked public outrage and criticism from officials

Outrage after ICE agents tackle man at Las Vegas airport
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Health|Political|US

Maine Democrats’ first debate laid bare their difficulty in replacing Graham Platner

Maine Democrats’ first debate laid bare their difficulty in replacing Graham Platner

Maine Democrats’ first debate laid bare their difficulty in replacing Graham Platner
Asia|Political|Technology|World

Philippines protests Chinese state media's 'racist' video depicting Filipinos as monkeys

The Philippines condemned as racist a video posted by the state-run China Daily depicting Filipinos as monkeys, saying on Friday it had lodged a diplomatic protest with

Philippines protests Chinese state media's 'racist' video depicting Filipinos as monkeys
Election|Political|US|World

Trump's championing of debunked vote conspiracies casts shadow over midterms

If President Donald Trump repeats claims in a national address on Thursday that the 2020 election was stolen from him, as many experts

Trump's championing of debunked vote conspiracies casts shadow over midterms
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Family to hold a vigil for man fatally shot by immigration officer in Houston

The family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a man fatally shot by a federal immigration agent in Houston, is holding a public vigil for him

Family to hold a vigil for man fatally shot by immigration officer in Houston
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un hosts senior Chinese official Wang Huning

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held talks with China's fourth-highest-ranked official, Wang Huning, the state-run Korean Central News Agency reported on Friday, the latest

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un hosts senior Chinese official Wang Huning
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian and Ukrainian attacks kill at least 13, officials say

Russian and Ukrainian attacks on civilian areas in towns and cities, many on the front line of the more than four-year-old war, killed at least 13 people on Thursday, local

Russian and Ukrainian attacks kill at least 13, officials say
Economy|Political|World

Trump threatens new Iran escalation and risks repeating old mistakes

President Donald Trump has ramped up U.S. air strikes on Iran and threatened broader escalation, but there is little sign that a military strategy

Trump threatens new Iran escalation and risks repeating old mistakes
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Quiet U.S. pullback in Eastern Europe sparks wider allied worries

As Estonia's Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur prepared to fly to the NATO summit in Ankara this month, he revealed to local journalists that several hundred U.S. troops

Quiet U.S. pullback in Eastern Europe sparks wider allied worries
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil readies 'tough' response to new Trump tariffs, sources say

Brazil's government convened top ministers on Thursday to prepare retaliatory measures against Washington's latest tariffs, with options including

Brazil readies 'tough' response to new Trump tariffs, sources say
Economy|Health|Political|US

Speaker Johnson suffers humiliating political defeat, yanks veterans benefits bill

Speaker Johnson suffers humiliating political defeat, yanks veterans benefits bill

Speaker Johnson suffers humiliating political defeat, yanks veterans benefits bill
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Trump firm plans to sell priority access to Truth Social posts, possibly his own

President Donald Trump's media company is planning to charge for special high-speed access to Truth Social posts, including possibly his own affecting national security and financial markets

Trump firm plans to sell priority access to Truth Social posts, possibly his own
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

National Guard deployment to DC will last through Trump's term

President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to the nation’s capital is being extended by more than two years and will last until the end of his term

National Guard deployment to DC will last through Trump's term
Crime|Health|Political|US

Complaint accuses doctor involved in failed Tennessee execution of violating ethics

A Tennessee death row inmate's sister has filed a complaint against a doctor involved in his failed execution

Complaint accuses doctor involved in failed Tennessee execution of violating ethics
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US House Republicans push forward on Trump funding plan for Iran war, election overhaul

Republicans in the U.S.

US House Republicans push forward on Trump funding plan for Iran war, election overhaul
Crime|Political|US|World

Blanche meets Epstein survivors after Tillis demand

Acting U.S.

Blanche meets Epstein survivors after Tillis demand
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Pentagon chief backs pilots amid review into US Navy Blue Angels' low altitude flight

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth backed the U.S.

Pentagon chief backs pilots amid review into US Navy Blue Angels' low altitude flight
Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

House Republicans' $95 billion Iran war package clears first hurdle

Republicans on the House Budget Committee have advanced a $95 billion package for the Iran war, farm aid and President Donald Trump’s push for strict new voter ID requirements

House Republicans' $95 billion Iran war package clears first hurdle
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Truth Social will sell Wall Street quicker access to posts

Truth Social will sell Wall Street quicker access to posts

Truth Social will sell Wall Street quicker access to posts
Political|Sports|US|World

Trump to attend World Cup final on Sunday, White House says

U.S.

Trump to attend World Cup final on Sunday, White House says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Nicaragua breaks diplomatic ties with Italy over extradition row in killing of former PM Moro

Nicaragua severed diplomatic relations with Italy on Thursday over Rome's long-running demand to extradite a former Red Brigades militant convicted for his role in the 1978

Nicaragua breaks diplomatic ties with Italy over extradition row in killing of former PM Moro
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Oil settles lower, but remains near one-month high on U.S.-Iran tension

Oil prices settled about 1% lower on Thursday but remained near their highest level since mid-June as the Iran war escalated, with Tehran asking Yemen's

Oil settles lower, but remains near one-month high on U.S.-Iran tension
Health|Political|Science|US|World

White House says it is closely monitoring food-borne illness outbreak

The White House is closely monitoring the food-borne cyclospora outbreak and is committed to providing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention with all necessary

White House says it is closely monitoring food-borne illness outbreak
Economy|Health|Political|World

US to revive rule that could deny green cards to immigrants using public benefits

The U.S. government is reviving a rule that could deny permanent residency to immigrants who use public benefits such as food stamps and Medicaid, the Department of Homeland

US to revive rule that could deny green cards to immigrants using public benefits
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

US will focus counterterrorism efforts on left-wing groups, Rubio says

U.S.

US will focus counterterrorism efforts on left-wing groups, Rubio says
Business|Crime|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump's teleprompter operator under CFTC probe over potential insider trading

U.S.

Trump's teleprompter operator under CFTC probe over potential insider trading
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US imposes new 25% tariffs on Brazil, expands exemptions list

The U.S. will hit Brazil with new 25% duties on its furniture, ethanol, machinery, footwear,

US imposes new 25% tariffs on Brazil, expands exemptions list
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Iran and US step up attacks, release of American in dispute

Iran and the United States exchanged intensifying fire on Thursday in a week-long escalation that has largely

Iran and US step up attacks, release of American in dispute
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

Trump administration revives rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits

The Trump administration is reviving a rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits that could include food stamps, Medicaid, housing vouchers and more

Trump administration revives rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump's teleprompter operator on unpaid leave for alleged prediction market bets on Trump speeches

The White House says President Donald Trump's teleprompter operator is on unpaid leave after reports that he used his inside knowledge to make bets about the president's speeches on the online prediction market Kalshi

Trump's teleprompter operator on unpaid leave for alleged prediction market bets on Trump speeches
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil calls Trump’s 25% tariff unjust and vows to impose reciprocal tariffs

Brazil has criticized a new U.S. tariff on certain Brazilian imports and says it plans to impose reciprocal tariffs

Brazil calls Trump’s 25% tariff unjust and vows to impose reciprocal tariffs
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

‘Let’s get back to work’: Karoline Leavitt returns to the briefing room podium for the first time since maternity leave

‘Let’s get back to work’: Karoline Leavitt returns to the briefing room podium for the first time since maternity leave

‘Let’s get back to work’: Karoline Leavitt returns to the briefing room podium for the first time since maternity leave
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Hopes for US-Iran diplomacy still alive as fighting intensifies over the Strait of Hormuz

Fighting between the U.S. and Iran has intensified

Hopes for US-Iran diplomacy still alive as fighting intensifies over the Strait of Hormuz
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

2 executions scheduled for same day in Florida for the first time in more than 60 years

The state of Florida is set to execute two death row inmates on the same day for the first time in more than 60 years, now that a stay has been lifted for a former police officer who had been scheduled to die earlier his year

2 executions scheduled for same day in Florida for the first time in more than 60 years
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US

Trump's pick to lead TSA calls private airport screening program 'pro-worker,' vows to help workers

President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Transportation Security Administration addressed a Senate confirmation hearing Thursday

Trump's pick to lead TSA calls private airport screening program 'pro-worker,' vows to help workers
Election|Interview|Political|US|World

Fetterman lays out ‘red line’ over leaving Democratic Party: Israel

Fetterman lays out ‘red line’ over leaving Democratic Party: Israel

Fetterman lays out ‘red line’ over leaving Democratic Party: Israel
Crime|Political|World

Netherlands says it will support the removal of ICC prosecutor Karim Khan

The Dutch government, which hosts the International Criminal Court on its territory, said on Thursday that it plans to vote for the removal of ICC prosecutor Karim Khan

Netherlands says it will support the removal of ICC prosecutor Karim Khan
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Guterres to travel to Cyprus to advance peace efforts, UN says

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will travel to divided Cyprus at the end of July to discuss peacebuilding efforts between the Greek and Turkish

Guterres to travel to Cyprus to advance peace efforts, UN says
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Latvia boosts security at dam, gas storage facility due to Russian threat, PM says

Latvia has increased security around a hydroelectric dam upstream from its capital Riga and at a huge underground gas storage facility due to intelligence

Latvia boosts security at dam, gas storage facility due to Russian threat, PM says
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Transgender girls who challenged Trump sports order drop lawsuit after Supreme Court ruling

Two transgender girls who were the first to challenge President Donald Trump's executive order, “Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports,” have withdrawn their lawsuit in New Hampshire based on a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling in related cases and their own personal hardships

Transgender girls who challenged Trump sports order drop lawsuit after Supreme Court ruling
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Guns shaped America. Dirty Harry's .44 Magnum is king

The

Guns shaped America. Dirty Harry's .44 Magnum is king
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Rubio gathers countries on left-wing political violence as it becomes a Trump focus in elections

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has convened leaders from over 60 countries to take part in the Trump administration’s latest effort to quell what it calls “left-wing” political terrorism

Rubio gathers countries on left-wing political violence as it becomes a Trump focus in elections
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Ukrainians protest Zelenskyy's ouster of his popular defense minister

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shook up his wartime government, drawing thousands into the streets across Ukraine to protest the dismissal of his youthful defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov

Ukrainians protest Zelenskyy's ouster of his popular defense minister
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Trump’s teleprompter operator under investigation for insider trading, sources say

Trump’s teleprompter operator under investigation for insider trading, sources say

Trump’s teleprompter operator under investigation for insider trading, sources say
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Trump administration races the clock to rebuild US tariff wall knocked down by Supreme Court

The U.S. Treasury last year swelled with revenue from President Donald Trump’s double-digit taxes on imports from almost every country on earth

Trump administration races the clock to rebuild US tariff wall knocked down by Supreme Court
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Ousted defence minister lays bare rift at heart of Ukraine's war effort

An extraordinary outburst by outgoing Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov laid bare a rift at the heart of Ukraine's war effort on

Ousted defence minister lays bare rift at heart of Ukraine's war effort
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Armenia seizes company from opposition leader charged with fraud

Armenia has seized control of a cement company owned by an arrested opposition leader, state media said on Thursday, as critics accuse Prime Minister Nikol

Armenia seizes company from opposition leader charged with fraud
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Rubio and Miller warn of the ‘mortal threat’ of ‘far-left terror’ in speech to 67 countries

Rubio and Miller warn of the ‘mortal threat’ of ‘far-left terror’ in speech to 67 countries

Rubio and Miller warn of the ‘mortal threat’ of ‘far-left terror’ in speech to 67 countries
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Lebanon, Syria to reset trade ties, economy minister tells Reuters

Lebanon and Syria will in the coming months begin revising decades-old trade agreements to revive their economic relationship following the ouster of Syrian

Lebanon, Syria to reset trade ties, economy minister tells Reuters
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Twenty-nine countries sign agreement to establish global AI cooperation body

Twenty-nine countries on Thursday signed an agreement to establish the World AI Cooperation Organization, an intergovernmental body China says aims to promote

Twenty-nine countries sign agreement to establish global AI cooperation body
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Houthi leader threatens Saudi oil facilities if Riyadh escalates in Yemen

Yemen's Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi said on Thursday that all Saudi oil and other vital facilities would be targets for the group's missiles and drones if Riyadh escalated

Houthi leader threatens Saudi oil facilities if Riyadh escalates in Yemen
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US designates 2 new Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations

The U.S. government has designated two new Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations

US designates 2 new Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations
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US tariffs shake up Brazil's presidential race as candidates trade blame

The tariffs the Trump administration imposed on Brazilian goods on Wednesday thrust Washington into Brazil's October presidential election, reviving

US tariffs shake up Brazil's presidential race as candidates trade blame
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UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over Falklands banner at World Cup

The British government has urged FIFA to investigate Argentina's soccer team after players posed with a banner claiming sovereignty over the Falkland Islands

UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over Falklands banner at World Cup
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Unanswered questions in the wake of fatal ICE shooting in Maine

Jason Carroll reports from Biddeford, Maine where lawmakers are questioning why ICE agents involved in Monday's fatal shooting were not wearing body cameras, and there are new details about the man who was killed.

Unanswered questions in the wake of fatal ICE shooting in Maine
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Officials debated White House push to declassify documents amid Trump campaign to sow election mistrust, sources say

Officials debated White House push to declassify documents amid Trump campaign to sow election mistrust, sources say

Officials debated White House push to declassify documents amid Trump campaign to sow election mistrust, sources say
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Everything you need to know about the World Cup final

Everything you need to know about the World Cup final

Everything you need to know about the World Cup final
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Maine mayor calls for independent investigation into deadly ICE-involved shooting

Maine mayor calls for independent investigation into deadly ICE-involved shooting

Maine mayor calls for independent investigation into deadly ICE-involved shooting
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Italy's coalition seeks pardon for jeweller who killed robbers

Italy's ruling parties on Thursday called for a presidential pardon for a 72-year-old jeweller who killed two robbers after a raid on his shop, saying any

Italy's coalition seeks pardon for jeweller who killed robbers
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Spanish PM's wife will face jury trial over embezzlement charges, court rules

The wife of Spain's prime minister will stand trial before a jury on charges of influence peddling and embezzlement, a court ruled on Thursday, in a further setback for the

Spanish PM's wife will face jury trial over embezzlement charges, court rules
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Council of Europe warns five EU states of rights risks in return hub plans

Europe's leading human rights watchdog urged five EU nations on Thursday to fully protect the rights under international law of rejected asylum seekers they aim to deport

Council of Europe warns five EU states of rights risks in return hub plans
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Pakistan worries about being drawn into US-Iran conflict after Houthis attack Saudi Arabia

Attacks on Saudi Arabia by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis this week have frustrated Pakistan and threaten to draw

Pakistan worries about being drawn into US-Iran conflict after Houthis attack Saudi Arabia
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Zelensky faces protests over ousting of Ukraine’s defense minister despite military gains

Zelensky faces protests over ousting of Ukraine’s defense minister despite military gains

Zelensky faces protests over ousting of Ukraine’s defense minister despite military gains
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Supreme Court rules against trans girls participating in single-sex sports, but leaves open larger questions of trans rights

The Supreme Court’s rulings on Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J. focused on transgender students participating on sports teams, but likely has broader implications.

Supreme Court rules against trans girls participating in single-sex sports, but leaves open larger questions of trans rights
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I’ve spent years studying economic data. These Americans taught me what ‘affordability’ really means

I’ve spent years studying economic data. These Americans taught me what ‘affordability’ really means

I’ve spent years studying economic data. These Americans taught me what ‘affordability’ really means
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Vance says some in Israeli government sought to sway US on Iran deal

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Vance says some in Israeli government sought to sway US on Iran deal
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CNN and Bangor Daily News cancel Maine Senate debate as Democrats rally behind Troy Jackson

CNN and Bangor Daily News cancel Maine Senate debate as Democrats rally behind Troy Jackson

CNN and Bangor Daily News cancel Maine Senate debate as Democrats rally behind Troy Jackson
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Ukraine parliament approves energy executive Koretskyi as new PM

Ukraine's parliament voted on Thursday to appoint energy executive Sergii Koretskyi as prime minister, the third since the start of Russia's invasion in 2022.

Ukraine parliament approves energy executive Koretskyi as new PM
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France flags 2027 budget squeeze as defence and debt costs surge

France's government plans to sharply restrain most public spending growth in 2027 as rising defence outlays and borrowing costs consume an increasing share of the budget,

France flags 2027 budget squeeze as defence and debt costs surge
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Putin’s false claim of the capture of one Ukrainian town exposes the slow pace of Russia’s bloody advance

Putin’s false claim of the capture of one Ukrainian town exposes the slow pace of Russia’s bloody advance

Putin’s false claim of the capture of one Ukrainian town exposes the slow pace of Russia’s bloody advance
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UK nationalizes Chinese-owned British Steel to protect nation's steelmaking capacity

The U.K. government has nationalized British Steel to protect the nation’s steelmaking capacity

UK nationalizes Chinese-owned British Steel to protect nation's steelmaking capacity
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AI chatbots are at risk of spreading government restrictions on online speech, a new study says

A study shows major artificial intelligence models are likely to refuse to criticize restrictive leaders worldwide

AI chatbots are at risk of spreading government restrictions on online speech, a new study says
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Who is Ukraine's Mykhailo Fedorov, the dismissed defence minister?

The sacking of Ukraine's popular defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, only six months after his appointment, prompted rare wartime protests in cities across the country on

Who is Ukraine's Mykhailo Fedorov, the dismissed defence minister?
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Soccer-Argentine players brandish political Falklands flag after England match

Argentina players held up a political banner declaring "Las Malvinas Son Argentinas" ("The Falklands are Argentine") after their 2-1 World Cup semifinal victory over

Soccer-Argentine players brandish political Falklands flag after England match
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Americans are angry about data centers. Politicians are feeling the pressure

From Michigan Avenue, Saline Township looks like any other farming community, with its corn and soybean fields,

Americans are angry about data centers. Politicians are feeling the pressure
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EU's top court upholds Spain's amnesty law for Catalan separatists

A disputed Spanish law granting an amnesty to those involved in Catalonia's separatist drive does not violate European Union rules, the bloc's top court

EU's top court upholds Spain's amnesty law for Catalan separatists
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Poland charges Ukrainian with vandalising war memorials to stir ethnic tensions

Poland has charged an 18-year-old Ukrainian man with inciting ethnic tensions by desecrating memorials to Poles killed by Ukrainian nationalists during World War Two, the

Poland charges Ukrainian with vandalising war memorials to stir ethnic tensions
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Italy's parliament backs Meloni's contested electoral reform

Italy's lower house of parliament on Thursday approved a highly contested government plan to overhaul the electoral law, a move opponents denounced as an

Italy's parliament backs Meloni's contested electoral reform
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Deadly Bangkok bar fire exposes Thailand’s safety loopholes for nightlife venues

Debates are stirring over Thailand’s safety regulations after a deadly fire at a Bangkok music bar killed more than 30 people and injured over 70

Deadly Bangkok bar fire exposes Thailand’s safety loopholes for nightlife venues
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Maine ICE shooting puts Republican Senator Susan Collins in political bind

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Maine ICE shooting puts Republican Senator Susan Collins in political bind
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Who is Ukraine's new prime minister, Sergii Koretskyi?

Ukraine's parliament approved top energy executive Sergii Koretskyi as the country's new prime minister, the third wartime head of the government appointed in a wider

Who is Ukraine's new prime minister, Sergii Koretskyi?
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US announces new 25% tariffs on Brazil for ‘unfair’ trade practices

US announces new 25% tariffs on Brazil for ‘unfair’ trade practices

US announces new 25% tariffs on Brazil for ‘unfair’ trade practices
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Trump hails release of US citizen held in Iran as 'goodwill' gesture

U.S. President Donald Trump has called the release of a U.S. citizen held in Iran a "gesture of goodwill", even as conflict raged for a fifth night across the Middle East.

Trump hails release of US citizen held in Iran as 'goodwill' gesture
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Officer resigns after video shows takedown of wrong teen that left him with broken arm

Officer resigns after video shows takedown of wrong teen that left him with broken arm

Officer resigns after video shows takedown of wrong teen that left him with broken arm
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Hong Kong police arrest five over 'seditious' books

Hong Kong's national security police arrested five booksellers on suspected charges of "doing an act with seditious intention", the government said in a statement late

Hong Kong police arrest five over 'seditious' books
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Trump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently

Americans are waiting longer for disaster aid under President Donald Trump, with delays often lasting weeks or months

Trump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently
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US launches new wave of strikes against Iran, military says

The U.S. began conducting a new wave of strikes against Iran on Thursday at 2 p.m. ET (1800 GMT) to "further degrade Iranian military capabilities," U.S.

US launches new wave of strikes against Iran, military says
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Exclusive: US military hasn’t conducted standard review of intelligence tied to strike on school in Iran, sources say

Exclusive: US military hasn’t conducted standard review of intelligence tied to strike on school in Iran, sources say

Exclusive: US military hasn’t conducted standard review of intelligence tied to strike on school in Iran, sources say
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America already tried permanent daylight saving time. It lasted less than a year. Could it work now?

The twice-yearly changing of the clocks could be a thing of the past if legislation currently in Congress that calls for permanent daylight time makes it through

America already tried permanent daylight saving time. It lasted less than a year. Could it work now?