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US trade judge urges Trump administration to speed up tariff refunds

A U.S. trade judge on Tuesday urged Trump administration officials to speed up refunds of more than $10 billion in revenue from tariffs that were

US trade judge urges Trump administration to speed up tariff refunds
Science|Technology|World

What is the sea drone that rescued US helicopter crew?

A U.S.

What is the sea drone that rescued US helicopter crew?
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices fall to seven-week low as Iran and Israel halt attacks

Oil prices fell about 3% to a seven-week low on Tuesday after Iran and Israel said they had halted attacks on each other following an appeal from U.S.

Oil prices fall to seven-week low as Iran and Israel halt attacks
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK, Canada, France and Norway announce coordinated sanctions over West Bank settler violence

Britain, Canada, France and Norway announced new coordinated sanctions on Tuesday against Israeli networks involved in

UK, Canada, France and Norway announce coordinated sanctions over West Bank settler violence
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Protesters clash with police in Pakistani Kashmir as strike shutters cities

Cities and towns across Pakistan-administered Kashmir were brought to a standstill on Tuesday after protesters clashed with security forces ahead of a

Protesters clash with police in Pakistani Kashmir as strike shutters cities
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Oil inventories headed toward multi-decade lows, US EIA warns

Oil stockpiles in the world's largest economies are headed toward the lowest levels since at least 2003 as inventories are drawn down at a record pace due

Oil inventories headed toward multi-decade lows, US EIA warns
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Tunisian court sentences prominent journalist Boukrim in absentia to four years

A Tunisian court sentenced prominent journalist Khaoula Boukrim to four years in prison in absentia, she said on Tuesday, in a ruling critics say highlights a growing crackdown on

Tunisian court sentences prominent journalist Boukrim in absentia to four years
Europe|Political|World

Five EU countries float safeguards for future EU members ​

The European Union should discuss the option of temporarily limiting some voting rights of the bloc’s future new members and creating more rule-of-law safeguards, Germany,

Five EU countries float safeguards for future EU members ​
Americas|Asia|Economy|Political|World

New Zealand poll shows US seen as more of a threat than China

For the first time in a decade, New Zealanders see the United States as more of a threat than China, a survey by the Asia New Zealand Foundation found, as concerns over

New Zealand poll shows US seen as more of a threat than China
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US Social Security trust fund set for 2032 insolvency, report finds

The U.S.

US Social Security trust fund set for 2032 insolvency, report finds
Europe|Travel|World

Pope speaks Catalan in Barcelona, nodding to local identity on Spain tour

Pope Leo spoke in Catalan, a language key to the region's identity, as he arrived in Barcelona on Tuesday for the second stop of a week-long tour of

Pope speaks Catalan in Barcelona, nodding to local identity on Spain tour
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Join the beaver hunt: Toronto neighborhood offers unique World Cup-themed scavenger hunt

A certain dam-building rodent is taking center stage in a World Cup-themed contest in Toronto

Join the beaver hunt: Toronto neighborhood offers unique World Cup-themed scavenger hunt
Political|Sports|World

Crew members safe after Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter

Crew members safe after Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter

Crew members safe after Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter
Travel|US|World

French woman walks America to honor the flag discovered in her father's pocket

French woman walks America to honor the flag discovered in her father's pocket

French woman walks America to honor the flag discovered in her father's pocket
Sports|World

Some host cities are aiming to house, not arrest, homeless people ahead of the World Cup

The World Cup is offering the 16 host cities a chance to take action against one of the biggest problems they face — homelessness

Some host cities are aiming to house, not arrest, homeless people ahead of the World Cup
Business|Crime|US|World

Trump formally nominates Blanche to be attorney general

U.S.

Trump formally nominates Blanche to be attorney general
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

European banks want simpler rules as region's annual investment gap hits €1.4 trillion

Europe faces a widening €1.4 trillion ($1.62 trillion) annual investment gap that risks holding back its economic objectives including energy transition, the European

European banks want simpler rules as region's annual investment gap hits €1.4 trillion
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|World

JPMorgan keeping a watchful eye on consumer health, executive says

JPMorgan Chase is keeping a close watch on consumer health as worries about inflation persist, Marianne Lake, CEO of the bank's consumer and

JPMorgan keeping a watchful eye on consumer health, executive says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK says new law will crack down on hostile states' proxies from next month

Britain said on Tuesday that a law to crack down on proxies acting for states deemed to be hostile such as Iran was expected to come into force next month, as it steps up

UK says new law will crack down on hostile states' proxies from next month
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Trump approval stays near record low as most Americans expect higher gas prices

President Donald Trump's approval rate held near the lowest levels of his political career in recent days as most Americans said they expected gasoline

Trump approval stays near record low as most Americans expect higher gas prices
Americas|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Iran soccer body claims fans' tickets for World Cup games in the US have been revoked

The Iranian soccer federation claims FIFA has revoked its ticket allocation for fans at the team’s three World Cup games in the United States

Iran soccer body claims fans' tickets for World Cup games in the US have been revoked
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Boeing jet deliveries jump to 60 in May, 33% higher than last year

Boeing said on Tuesday that it delivered 60 jets in May, a 33% increase over the same period last year, though fewer than the 81 delivered by European

Boeing jet deliveries jump to 60 in May, 33% higher than last year
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Amazon issues record-setting Canadian dollar-denominated corporate bond deal

Amazon has issued C$14 billion ($10.04 billion) of Canadian dollar-denominated notes, a final pricing term sheet filed with the SEC on Monday showed,

Amazon issues record-setting Canadian dollar-denominated corporate bond deal
Europe|World

Bulgaria's new government says it will not provide arms for Ukraine

Bulgaria's newly appointed defence minister, Dimitar Stoyanov, said on Tuesday his country would no longer provide arms to Ukraine and urged Moscow and Kyiv to sit down at

Bulgaria's new government says it will not provide arms for Ukraine
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Dollar edges lower amid shaky Middle East truce, US inflation data in view

The dollar edged lower against peers on Tuesday amid a fragile Middle East truce and with investors looking ahead to key U.S. data later in the week. U.S.

Dollar edges lower amid shaky Middle East truce, US inflation data in view
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Meta ordered by EU to allow rival AI chatbots back on WhatsApp for free

Meta Platforms has been ordered by EU antitrust regulators to give rival AI chatbots such as OpenAI free access to WhatsApp while they continue to

Meta ordered by EU to allow rival AI chatbots back on WhatsApp for free
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Candidates for UN's top job urge its renewal and bolstering human rights

Several candidates running to be the next head of the United Nations called for a strengthening of human rights and respect for international law and

Candidates for UN's top job urge its renewal and bolstering human rights
Technology|World

US sea drone rescues crew from US Army helicopter that crashed near Hormuz

In a first, a Navy surface drone found and rescued two crew members from an Army Apache attack helicopter that went down in waters near Oman's

US sea drone rescues crew from US Army helicopter that crashed near Hormuz
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

From tennis to T-ball, the White House's South Lawn is no stranger to sports. But not like the UFC

The White House's South Lawn has hosted many sports over the decades but never a UFC fight like the one President Donald Trump is organizing for his 80th birthday

From tennis to T-ball, the White House's South Lawn is no stranger to sports. But not like the UFC
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

EU orders Meta to restore WhatsApp access for rival AI chatbots

European Union regulators have ordered Meta Platforms to restore access to WhatsApp for rival AI chatbot makers

EU orders Meta to restore WhatsApp access for rival AI chatbots
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World

Carney says the new Canadian-built bridge across Detroit River that Trump threatened will open

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new Canadian-built bridge across the Detroit River that U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block will open soon

Carney says the new Canadian-built bridge across Detroit River that Trump threatened will open
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese president appeals to Israeli government to pursue talks, not war

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun made a rare direct appeal to the Israeli government and its people to come to the negotiating table to end the war, warning in a CNN interview

Lebanese president appeals to Israeli government to pursue talks, not war
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Blue Owl fund facing redemptions raises $500 million in bond sale, Bloomberg News reports

A private credit fund managed by Blue Owl Capital, which earlier this year imposed limits on investor redemptions, has raised $500 million through an investment‑grade bond offering,

Blue Owl fund facing redemptions raises $500 million in bond sale, Bloomberg News reports
Arts|Crime|Election|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

US judge orders Trump lawyers to explain missed deadline in $10 billion BBC defamation lawsuit

A Miami federal judge on Monday ordered Donald Trump's lawyers to explain why they should not be penalized for missing a Friday deadline to respond to the BBC's motion to dismiss

US judge orders Trump lawyers to explain missed deadline in $10 billion BBC defamation lawsuit
Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Salt Lake City lawsuit is latest against DHS' plan to use giant warehouses to detain immigrants

Salt Lake City and its county have filed a lawsuit seeking to block the Department of Homeland Security’s plan to open a giant warehouse in the city that would be used to detain up to 10,000 immigrants

Salt Lake City lawsuit is latest against DHS' plan to use giant warehouses to detain immigrants
Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC prosecutor suspended pending wider vote on misconduct allegations

The International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor Karim Khan has been suspended pending a vote by member states on his fate, the court's

ICC prosecutor suspended pending wider vote on misconduct allegations
Business|Economy|Environment|World

IMF approves $163 million in new funding for Papua New Guinea

The International Monetary Fund's Executive Board approved reviews of Papua New Guinea's lending arrangements, unlocking about $163 million in combined disbursements, the fund said

IMF approves $163 million in new funding for Papua New Guinea
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Foreign demand steadies at US Treasury auctions in June

Foreign investors increased purchases of two- and five-year U.S.

Foreign demand steadies at US Treasury auctions in June
Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Gavi plans to use U.S. cash for malaria, while meeting Kennedy's conditions

The global vaccine group Gavi said on Monday it hopes to use $600 million in soon-to-be-restored U.S. funding to boost malaria and other vaccination

Gavi plans to use U.S. cash for malaria, while meeting Kennedy's conditions
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Strongest earthquake in nearly 150 years hits off Cuba, shakes Mexico, Florida

A historically strong earthquake struck off Cuba's northwest coast on Monday, according to official reports, shaking parts of Cuba, Mexico and Florida that are

Strongest earthquake in nearly 150 years hits off Cuba, shakes Mexico, Florida
Political|Sports|Travel|World

Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?

Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?

Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?
Business|Economy|World

Strike at GM axle supplier continues 

A strike at a major supplier for General Motors' trucks entered its second week on Monday with the United Auto Workers and Dauch Corp still unable to reach a

Strike at GM axle supplier continues 
Africa|Health|World

Congo says Ebola deaths top 100 as armed groups threaten response

Democratic Republic of Congo on Monday said confirmed Ebola deaths had climbed to 101 and that the presence of armed groups was continuing to hinder the response in the

Congo says Ebola deaths top 100 as armed groups threaten response
Political|US|World

Trump warned Netanyahu against renewed Iran war, Axios reports

U.S.

Trump warned Netanyahu against renewed Iran war, Axios reports
Election|Political|World

Armenia's Pashinyan wins election, observers allege Russian interference

Armenia's governing Civil Contract party won an election seen as a test of its

Armenia's Pashinyan wins election, observers allege Russian interference
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK consumers up their spending in May after April drop

Consumers in Britain increased their spending in May after reducing it in April, but their expenditure on travel dropped for a third month in a sign of caution over the

UK consumers up their spending in May after April drop
Business|Economy|Travel|World

S&P downgrades JetBlue deeper into junk as high fuel costs dent recovery

Global ratings agency S&P said on Monday it had downgraded JetBlue Airways to "CCC+" from "B-," pushing the carrier further into junk territory as high jet fuel costs hamper its

S&P downgrades JetBlue deeper into junk as high fuel costs dent recovery
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US leads record rise in spending on nuclear arsenals, campaign group says

Spending on nuclear weapons by the world's nine nuclear-armed states rose by almost a fifth in 2025 to $119 billion, a report by the International

US leads record rise in spending on nuclear arsenals, campaign group says
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he had a 'positive' conversation with Witkoff and Kushner

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday he had a "positive" conversation with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner and praised what he called their

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he had a 'positive' conversation with Witkoff and Kushner
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Trading Day: Recovery, but on mute

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq rebounded on Monday from Friday's tech-led rout, on news of an Israel-Iran detente and as investors bought back cheapened

Trading Day: Recovery, but on mute
Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Korea Q1 GDP grows 1.8% q/q, stronger than advance estimate

South Korea's economy grew in the first quarter at a stronger pace than previously estimated in April, revised central bank data showed on Tuesday.

South Korea Q1 GDP grows 1.8% q/q, stronger than advance estimate
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK employers warns of slower growth, higher unemployment

The Confederation of British Industry cut its forecast for the country's economic growth on Tuesday and predicted unemployment would rise to its highest in more than a

UK employers warns of slower growth, higher unemployment
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US wholesale inventories increase for third straight month in April

U.S. wholesale inventories increased more than initially thought in April, likely reflecting stock building to hedge against shortages and high prices stemming from the

US wholesale inventories increase for third straight month in April
Arts|Business|Sports|US|World

Knicks coach on free throw disparity in Game 3: 'Never thought I’d see that in an NBA Finals game'

Knicks coach Mike Brown criticized the officiating in Game 3 of the NBA Finals after the San Antonio Spurs shot 24 free throws in the second half to New York’s eight

Knicks coach on free throw disparity in Game 3: 'Never thought I’d see that in an NBA Finals game'
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia consumer confidence slips in June as finances squeezed

A measure of Australian consumer sentiment fell back in June as rising borrowing costs and higher petrol prices squeezed family finances, a survey showed on Tuesday, while

Australia consumer confidence slips in June as finances squeezed
Arts|Sports|Travel|World

Somali soccer referee denied US entry, will miss World Cup debut

(Corrects name of agency to U.S.

Somali soccer referee denied US entry, will miss World Cup debut
Health|Political|World

Kenyan protester killed at demonstration against US Ebola facility, witnesses say

Kenyan police shot dead a protester as hundreds of people staged new demonstrations on Tuesday against a quarantine centre in Kenya for Americans

Kenyan protester killed at demonstration against US Ebola facility, witnesses say
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Emirates upbeat on Boeing 777X, no progress in Airbus A350-1000 engine spat

Dubai's Emirates expects to receive its long-delayed first Boeing 777X by June next year, but has yet to see progress on Rolls-Royce engine improvements

Emirates upbeat on Boeing 777X, no progress in Airbus A350-1000 engine spat
Business|Economy|World

Australia business conditions steady in May, mood still gloomy

Australian business conditions steadied in May as sales strengthened a little, a survey showed on Tuesday, while confidence stayed gloomy as cost pressures squeezed profit

Australia business conditions steady in May, mood still gloomy
Business|Education|Political|Sports|World

Mexico City suspends classes, shifts to remote work for World Cup kickoff

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum on Tuesday issued a decree ordering federal workers in the capital to work from home on June 11 and suspending school classes to

Mexico City suspends classes, shifts to remote work for World Cup kickoff
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Ukraine, Latvia sign drone deal as Russia says Europe not ready to mediate peace talks

Ukraine has signed a drone deal with Latvia, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday as he met with Latvian Prime Minister

Ukraine, Latvia sign drone deal as Russia says Europe not ready to mediate peace talks
Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea's cabinet approves decree on $350 billion US investment plan

South Korea's cabinet approved on Tuesday a presidential decree as part of the process to allow $350 billion of strategic investments in the United States to proceed under a

South Korea's cabinet approves decree on $350 billion US investment plan
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Vietnam orders airlines to accelerate U.S. deals as Washington trade probes mount

Vietnam has ordered its major airlines to review the progress of multibillion-dollar agreements signed with Boeing and Pratt & Whitney, and explore new import deals with American

Vietnam orders airlines to accelerate U.S. deals as Washington trade probes mount
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Indian economy, government finances, see mounting costs from Iran war

A few months ago, India's economy was humming along nicely.

Indian economy, government finances, see mounting costs from Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Fortune really had better favour the brave

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

Fortune really had better favour the brave
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Investors spy a tipping point for bonds after geopolitics shreds old playbooks

Bonds have failed to shield investors during the Iran war.

Investors spy a tipping point for bonds after geopolitics shreds old playbooks
Business|Economy|Europe|World

European shares close lower as investors weigh Middle East risks

European shares surrendered early gains on Tuesday to close lower for a third straight session, led by declines in commodity-

European shares close lower as investors weigh Middle East risks
Crime|Election|US|World

Platner projected to win Maine Democratic nod in key US Senate race amid scrutiny of past

Maine oyster farmer and Marine veteran Graham Platner was projected to win the Democratic nomination for the U.S.

Platner projected to win Maine Democratic nod in key US Senate race amid scrutiny of past
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US small business sentiment falls in May as inflation worries mount

U.S. small-business sentiment fell in May and the share of owners planning to raise prices over the next three months increased to the highest level in nearly four years

US small business sentiment falls in May as inflation worries mount
Crime|Political|World

Indonesia parliament amends law to allow police to serve in civilian government

The Indonesian parliament passed revisions to the country's national police law on Tuesday that allow serving police officers to accept posts in the

Indonesia parliament amends law to allow police to serve in civilian government
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

China rides AI wave as exports surge past forecast

China's export growth accelerated in May, buoyed by robust demand for chips, autos and other high-tech goods fuelling the global AI boom, providing policymakers

China rides AI wave as exports surge past forecast
Business|Economy|US|World

US existing home sales increase more than expected in May

U.S. existing home sales increased more than expected in May, though rising mortgage rates and still-tight inventory remain a challenge for the housing market.

US existing home sales increase more than expected in May
Asia|Environment|Political|World

Philippines takes diplomatic action against China over floating structure in South China Sea

The Philippines' foreign ministry has undertaken appropriate diplomatic action against China in connection with the "illegal presence" of a floating structure in a disputed

Philippines takes diplomatic action against China over floating structure in South China Sea
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Euro zone bond yields steady as Middle East tensions ease, eyes on ECB

Euro zone government bond yields were steady on Tuesday as easing tensions between Israel and Iran for now calmed fears that their weekend attacks could derail U.S. efforts

Euro zone bond yields steady as Middle East tensions ease, eyes on ECB
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Ukraine is ready to share drone technology with Nordic and Baltic countries, Zelenskyy says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Nordic and Baltic leaders at summit in Estonia amid tensions over Ukrainian drones straying into the region

Ukraine is ready to share drone technology with Nordic and Baltic countries, Zelenskyy says
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill three; Zelenskiy upbeat on talks with U.S. envoys

Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region killed a pregnant woman and two other people, Ukrainian officials said on

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill three; Zelenskiy upbeat on talks with U.S. envoys
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan simulates destroying an invading Chinese force in coastal drill

Taiwan's military simulated destroying an invading Chinese force in a coastal exercise on Tuesday, firing off rockets and artillery to

Taiwan simulates destroying an invading Chinese force in coastal drill
Business|Economy|Political|World

Mark Carney's trade push collides with reality of US dependence

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has captured global attention by championing the idea of an alliance of mid-level economic powers that would operate

Mark Carney's trade push collides with reality of US dependence
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Thai jobs for Myanmar refugees could show way forward for Asian nations, UN says

More than 5,500 Myanmar refugees living in camps along Thailand's border have found jobs since Bangkok eased employment curbs last year, an approach that

Thai jobs for Myanmar refugees could show way forward for Asian nations, UN says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan issues warning on yen, bond yields as fiscal pressure mounts

Japanese policymakers said on Tuesday they stood ready to act decisively against excessive yen falls while remaining vigilant to rising

Japan issues warning on yen, bond yields as fiscal pressure mounts
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German exports rise unexpectedly in April

German exports rose unexpectedly by 0.9% in April compared with the previous month, data from the federal statistics office showed on Tuesday.

German exports rise unexpectedly in April
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ to consider pausing bond taper next fiscal year, sources say

The Bank of Japan will consider maintaining the current pace of bond purchases beyond next fiscal year, sources said, pausing a taper

BOJ to consider pausing bond taper next fiscal year, sources say
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China prepares $295 billion plan to fund nationwide AI buildout, Bloomberg News reports

China is preparing to spend around 2 trillion yuan ($295.43 billion) over the next five years on building data centers across the country, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, as

China prepares $295 billion plan to fund nationwide AI buildout, Bloomberg News reports
Business|Health|Technology|World

UK reviewing Palantir's NHS contract amid pressure to use break clause

Britain is conducting a full review of its National Health Service contract with U.S. data analytics firm Palantir, amid growing political pressure for the government to use

UK reviewing Palantir's NHS contract amid pressure to use break clause
Economy|Europe|World

German exports up, production falls short of forecasts

German industrial production rose less than expected in April and economists said the outlook for Europe's largest economy remains weak, despite an unexpected

German exports up, production falls short of forecasts
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Party over purity: US voters unlikely to turn backs on troubled candidates, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

By Jason Lange and Nolan D.

Party over purity: US voters unlikely to turn backs on troubled candidates, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Weak yen, hawkish Fed adds to pressure on BOJ to accelerate hikes

Persistent weakness in the yen and an expected hawkish shift for the Federal Reserve after a hot jobs report in the U.S. are expected to add pressure on the

Weak yen, hawkish Fed adds to pressure on BOJ to accelerate hikes
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|US|World

China Unicom warns planned US crackdown could disrupt global communications

China Unicom's U.S. unit warned that a Trump administration proposal to prohibit American telecommunications carriers from interconnecting with

China Unicom warns planned US crackdown could disrupt global communications
Arts|Environment|Science|Sports|Technology|World

Soccer-Climate cost of expanded World Cup under scrutiny as emissions set to soar

The World Cup kicks off on Thursday as a celebration of goals, drama and global fandom, but it is also expected to carry a climate cost more than

Soccer-Climate cost of expanded World Cup under scrutiny as emissions set to soar
Business|Economy|US|World

Record petroleum exports help to shrink US trade deficit in April

The U.S. trade deficit narrowed in April as exports of petroleum products and capital goods jumped to record highs, a trend that if sustained, will put

Record petroleum exports help to shrink US trade deficit in April
World

US reports delay in freeing more Belarusian prisoners, opposition says

The Trump administration has told the exiled Belarus opposition of a delay in its efforts to get President Alexander Lukashenko to free more political

US reports delay in freeing more Belarusian prisoners, opposition says
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

BASF to focus on creating value as No. 1 rank slips

BASF will not push to defend its years-long top rank among the world's largest chemical companies by revenues to instead focus on creating value amid

BASF to focus on creating value as No. 1 rank slips
World

As US Customs refines its tariff refund system, who gets in to apply is under dispute

A federal judge has questioned a U.S. Customs and Border Protection official about the government’s process for refunding billions of dollars importers paid before the Supreme Court struck down some of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump

As US Customs refines its tariff refund system, who gets in to apply is under dispute
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel launched deadly strike on Lebanon's Tyre before warning

Israel struck the historic port city of Tyre in southern Lebanon on Tuesday killing at least eight people, the Lebanese health ministry said, and minutes later ordered the

Israel launched deadly strike on Lebanon's Tyre before warning
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China's Xi hails deeper understanding at end of North Korea summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped up on Tuesday his first visit to North Korea in seven years, saying it had established a deeper,

China's Xi hails deeper understanding at end of North Korea summit
Crime|MidEast|World

Police crack down on anti-hijab protests in western Afghanistan

Afghan security officials dispersed a women's rights protest in the western province of Herat on Tuesday that started after Taliban morality police

Police crack down on anti-hijab protests in western Afghanistan
Business|Economy|Entertainment|World

Paramount Skydance seeks business counterpart to CBS News editor Bari Weiss, Axios reports 

Paramount Skydance is scouting candidates to oversee the business side of operations, who would work alongside CBS News' editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, Axios reported on Tuesday,

Paramount Skydance seeks business counterpart to CBS News editor Bari Weiss, Axios reports 
Crime|World

UN inquiry finds Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks on Palestinians

Israeli authorities are directly involved in settler attacks that have killed, injured and displaced Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, while

UN inquiry finds Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks on Palestinians
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says no plans for Putin-Trump call, no dates for U.S. envoys' Russia visit

There are currently no plans for a telephone call between U.S.

Kremlin says no plans for Putin-Trump call, no dates for U.S. envoys' Russia visit
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Emirates to offer incentives, safety assurances as Iran war hits travel

Emirates will roll out incentives aimed at winning back travellers worried about the protracted Iran war, focusing on reliability and customer support

Emirates to offer incentives, safety assurances as Iran war hits travel
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mexico annual inflation returns to cenbank's target range in May, but concerns persist

Mexico's annual inflation rate decelerated for a second month in a row in May, official data showed on Tuesday, returning to the higher end of

Mexico annual inflation returns to cenbank's target range in May, but concerns persist
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Fuel price shock to widen product gap between US airlines

The fuel shock hitting U.S. airlines is doing more than squeezing margins — it is widening a product gap that may take years to close, as

Fuel price shock to widen product gap between US airlines
Business|Europe|Technology|World

No tech rule exemption for Apple, EU regulators say amid spat over Siri AI delay

EU regulators slammed Apple on Tuesday for blaming EU tech rules for its decision not to roll out its upgraded

No tech rule exemption for Apple, EU regulators say amid spat over Siri AI delay
Business|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Musk's Starlink leads Bezos' Amazon as airlines rush to boost in-flight Wi-Fi

Global airlines' push to attract premium customers is making fast in-flight Wi-Fi an increasingly important perk, turning a once-patchy paid

Musk's Starlink leads Bezos' Amazon as airlines rush to boost in-flight Wi-Fi
Business|Health|Science|World

No boots, masks running out: why Congo’s Ebola medics are exposed

Nearly a month into one of the world’s largest ever Ebola outbreaks, medics in eastern

No boots, masks running out: why Congo’s Ebola medics are exposed
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St edges higher at open as chips extend gains, Middle East tensions ease

Wall Street's main indexes rose at the open on Tuesday, as chipmakers extended gains for a second day, while easing hostilities in the Middle East also aided sentiment.

Wall St edges higher at open as chips extend gains, Middle East tensions ease
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

US says BYD, Baidu, Alibaba and other tech giants are aiding China's military

The United States on Monday added Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba, internet search provider Baidu, and

US says BYD, Baidu, Alibaba and other tech giants are aiding China's military
Americas|Crime|Sports|World

From cartel prison to children's playground: the transformation of Mexican World Cup host Monterrey

On a recent afternoon in northern Mexico, about a dozen children played soccer in an idyllic park on a site where, a

From cartel prison to children's playground: the transformation of Mexican World Cup host Monterrey
Americas|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir under investigation in Italy over Gaza flotilla

Italian prosecutors put Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir under investigation over the treatment of activists who were part of a Gaza flotilla last

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir under investigation in Italy over Gaza flotilla
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In Mexico, soccer is played wherever space permits

Across World Cup co-host Mexico, soccer pitches are laid out wherever communities can find the space.

In Mexico, soccer is played wherever space permits
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Chinese hackers pose biggest espionage threat to tech firms, CrowdStrike says

China-linked hackers posed the biggest espionage threat to technology companies over the past year,  CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm, said in a  report published on

Chinese hackers pose biggest espionage threat to tech firms, CrowdStrike says
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How Honda’s old guard tried, and failed, to oust its CEO

Late last year, a handful of retired Honda Motor executives started meeting privately to discuss the Japanese

How Honda’s old guard tried, and failed, to oust its CEO
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Fed to hold rates this year, cut calls fade as war inflation persists, economists say: Reuters poll

The U.S.

Fed to hold rates this year, cut calls fade as war inflation persists, economists say: Reuters poll
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Airbus sees no sign of jet order cancellations despite fuel pressures, CEO says

Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury said he is not seeing any demand for cancellations of jet orders despite recent turmoil that has left the airline industry battered, speaking at

Airbus sees no sign of jet order cancellations despite fuel pressures, CEO says
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Wild black bear in Japan captured after multi-day hunt grips nation's attention

The Japanese city of Utsunomiya captured a wild black bear on Tuesday after a dramatic multi-day search

Wild black bear in Japan captured after multi-day hunt grips nation's attention
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Judge upholds oversight of US consulate builder in Milan over labour probe

A judge on Tuesday upheld a decision to place the Italian arm of U.S. builder Caddell Construction under judicial control, as it faces an investigation into

Judge upholds oversight of US consulate builder in Milan over labour probe
Europe|Travel|World

Pope’s visit to Canary Islands puts focus on treatment of migrants

Pope Leo's visit to Spain's Canary Islands, which have struggled to absorb a surge in irregular migration over the past decade,

Pope’s visit to Canary Islands puts focus on treatment of migrants
Crime|Economy|Election|Political|World

Turkey opposition crisis deepens as rival CHP leaders hold duelling meetings

The ousted head of Turkey's main opposition party on Tuesday urged lawmakers to resist what he called a bid to eliminate it, while its

Turkey opposition crisis deepens as rival CHP leaders hold duelling meetings
MidEast|Political|World

UN's Guterres calls for end to violence in Middle East

U.N.

UN's Guterres calls for end to violence in Middle East
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Britain begins formal review of Paramount' s $110 billion Warner Bros deal

Britain's competition regulator said on Tuesday it has formally started its review of Paramount Skydance's planned $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, after ending

Britain begins formal review of Paramount' s $110 billion Warner Bros deal
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We ran 100,000 computer simulations of the World Cup. And the winner will be …

Data science and machine learning algorithms can help us form probabilistic forecasts of things like sporting events.

We ran 100,000 computer simulations of the World Cup. And the winner will be …
Africa|Environment|Health|Science|World

Congo's Ebola outbreak rises to over 100 deaths out of 550 cases as conflict slows response

At least 100 people have died from Ebola less than a month after authorities declared an outbreak of the disease in eastern Congo

Congo's Ebola outbreak rises to over 100 deaths out of 550 cases as conflict slows response
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Atlanta ramps up human trafficking awareness ahead of FIFA World Cup with "It's a Penalty" campaign

Atlanta ramps up human trafficking awareness ahead of FIFA World Cup with "It's a Penalty" campaign

Atlanta ramps up human trafficking awareness ahead of FIFA World Cup with "It's a Penalty" campaign
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He scored, Africa danced: When one stunning World Cup goal rocked a nation

He scored, Africa danced: When one stunning World Cup goal rocked a nation

He scored, Africa danced: When one stunning World Cup goal rocked a nation
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Rare footage of Mediterranean great white shark captured by ghost diver

Rare footage of Mediterranean great white shark captured by ghost diver

Rare footage of Mediterranean great white shark captured by ghost diver
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Apple and Brussels blame each other for delaying European Union rollout of Siri AI

Apple and the European Union are blaming each other for delaying the rollout of Apple's Siri AI app to European users

Apple and Brussels blame each other for delaying European Union rollout of Siri AI
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Attorneys urge release of mosque leader, saying he's been denied diabetes care in ICE custody

Attorneys for the president of Wisconsin's largest mosque say he is being denied basic medical care for diabetes and has lost 30 pounds since he was taken into custody two months ago by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Attorneys urge release of mosque leader, saying he's been denied diabetes care in ICE custody
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Japanese city captures bear that caused fear and school closures

A wandering bear that scared residents of a Japanese city just north of Tokyo has been captured after several days of panic during which all schools were closed

Japanese city captures bear that caused fear and school closures
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China's President Xi returns home after closely watched trip to North Korea

Chinese President Xi Jinping has returned home, ending a rare state visit to North Korea

China's President Xi returns home after closely watched trip to North Korea
Sports|World

Wondering which games to watch at the World Cup? These are the 10 best group stage matches

Wondering which games to watch at the World Cup? These are the 10 best group stage matches

Wondering which games to watch at the World Cup? These are the 10 best group stage matches
Crime|US|World

Vance recommends DOJ criminal investigation into Tim Walz and Minnesota AG over state’s fraud scandal

Vance recommends DOJ criminal investigation into Tim Walz and Minnesota AG over state’s fraud scandal

Vance recommends DOJ criminal investigation into Tim Walz and Minnesota AG over state’s fraud scandal
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Japanese city closes nearly 100 schools after bear sightings as post-hibernation attacks rise

Japanese city closes nearly 100 schools after bear sightings as post-hibernation attacks rise

Japanese city closes nearly 100 schools after bear sightings as post-hibernation attacks rise
Crime|US|World

A jury voted for Jeffery Lee to receive a life sentence. Alabama plans to execute him anyway

A jury voted for Jeffery Lee to receive a life sentence. Alabama plans to execute him anyway

A jury voted for Jeffery Lee to receive a life sentence. Alabama plans to execute him anyway
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China can build humanoids at scale. The hard part is finding enough buyers

Chinese humanoid robots are making waves with their ability to do backflips, direct traffic and even make coffee

China can build humanoids at scale. The hard part is finding enough buyers
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The Strait of Hormuz is ‘leaking’ oil

The Strait of Hormuz is ‘leaking’ oil

The Strait of Hormuz is ‘leaking’ oil
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Survivors share experiences and lessons from Congo’s 2018 Ebola outbreak

Survivors including health and aid workers recall their experiences and lessons during the 2018-2020 Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo

Survivors share experiences and lessons from Congo’s 2018 Ebola outbreak
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Pope Leo will tap into the Sagrada Familia's allure while honoring Catalonia's holy mountain

Pope Leo XIV will bridge 1,000 years of church history Wednesday when he visits a medieval monastery on a mountaintop that local Catholics consider sacred and then celebrates Mass at Barcelona’s famous Sagrada Familia Basilica

Pope Leo will tap into the Sagrada Familia's allure while honoring Catalonia's holy mountain
Education|Europe|Health|Technology|World

A digital reckoning against smartphones in schools has spread to Sweden

Sweden is set to ban mobile phones in schools from the next academic year as part of a broad reversal on the use of screens in classrooms

A digital reckoning against smartphones in schools has spread to Sweden
Australia|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Rugby league international Kane Evans comes out as gay in a TV interview

Ex-rugby league international Kane Evans has come out as gay, becoming the first high-level player in Australia to do so in decades

Rugby league international Kane Evans comes out as gay in a TV interview
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Pentagon labels tech giant Alibaba and electric car maker BYD as aiding Chinese military

The Pentagon has added several prominent Chinese businesses to its list of Chinese military companies

Pentagon labels tech giant Alibaba and electric car maker BYD as aiding Chinese military
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Xi and Kim push for greater ties between China and North Korea

Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have underscored their commitment to deepen cooperation in a closely watched summit

Xi and Kim push for greater ties between China and North Korea
Environment|Health|Science|US|World

US confirms new screwworm cases, as ranchers brace for spread

The U.S. confirmed three additional cases of New World screwworm on Monday, raising the total number of cases to five since the first domestic screwworm infestation

US confirms new screwworm cases, as ranchers brace for spread
Sports|Travel|US|World

US team settles into World Cup training base with optimism and gratitude for fan support

The U.S. national team already knew it was in for a once-in-a-lifetime experience this month as the home team in a World Cup

US team settles into World Cup training base with optimism and gratitude for fan support
Crime|Political|Sports|Travel|US|World

Somali referee won't officiate in World Cup after being denied entry into the United States

Somali referee Omar Artan won’t officiate in the World Cup after being denied entry into the United States

Somali referee won't officiate in World Cup after being denied entry into the United States
Crime|Europe|World

ICC chief prosecutor suspended pending decision by oversight body on sexual misconduct allegations

The embattled chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court has been suspended from his duties after the court’s oversight body referred Karim Khan for disciplinary proceedings

ICC chief prosecutor suspended pending decision by oversight body on sexual misconduct allegations
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|World

Nestle's private equity partner exits bidding for Perrier business, Bloomberg News reports

Consumer giant Nestle SA's long-time private equity partner PAI Partners has dropped out of bidding for its water business, which includes brands such as Perrier, Bloomberg News

Nestle's private equity partner exits bidding for Perrier business, Bloomberg News reports
Asia|Science|World

A 7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 35, collapses buildings and sparks tsunami

A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked the southern Philippines, killing at least 35 people

A 7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 35, collapses buildings and sparks tsunami
Business|Education|Technology|World

Federal judge strikes down Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas

A federal judge has struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas

Federal judge strikes down Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas
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Community Rainbow Run honors Pulse victims, raises funds for permanent memorial

Community Rainbow Run honors Pulse victims, raises funds for permanent memorial

Community Rainbow Run honors Pulse victims, raises funds for permanent memorial
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump formally nominates his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general

Trump formally nominates his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general

Trump formally nominates his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Pope meets with 6 clergy abuse survivors in Spain, hopes to improve response

The Vatican says that Pope Leo XIV has met with six survivors of clergy sexual abuse in Madrid and vowed to consider their suggestions for how the Catholic Church can improve its response to the crisis

Pope meets with 6 clergy abuse survivors in Spain, hopes to improve response
Interview|Political|US|World

Trump’s NBC interview ends abruptly

President Donald Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC’s “Meet the Press” moderator Kristen Welker. CNN’s Brian Stelter reports.

Trump’s NBC interview ends abruptly
Crime|US|World

A new search for Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas ends without answers about the missing American sailor

A new search for Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas ends without answers about the missing American sailor

A new search for Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas ends without answers about the missing American sailor
Business|Travel|World

Trump administration will offer expedited visa interviews at select embassies for $750

The State Department will soon offer a “premium” expedited service for foreigners seeking business or tourist visas that will set applicants back $750 on top of the basic processing fee of $185

Trump administration will offer expedited visa interviews at select embassies for $750
World

Israel and Iran appear to pause strikes after trading fire for the first time since April ceasefire

Israel and Iran appear to be backing away from further strikes, just hours after they traded fire for the first time since the U.S. and Tehran agreed to a ceasefire two months ago

Israel and Iran appear to pause strikes after trading fire for the first time since April ceasefire
Economy|Political|World

Iran and Israel say they have halted strikes on each other for now

Iran and Israel said on Monday they had halted attacks on each other after an appeal from U.S.

Iran and Israel say they have halted strikes on each other for now
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street holds steadier as AI stocks recover some of their sell-off

Wall Street held steadier and recovered some of its sell-off from last week

Wall Street holds steadier as AI stocks recover some of their sell-off
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel|US|World

US carriers spent $6.5B on fuel in April; global profit forecast is cut nearly in half

New government data released Monday shows U.S. airlines spent nearly $6.5 billion on jet fuel in April

US carriers spent $6.5B on fuel in April; global profit forecast is cut nearly in half
Science|Technology|World

New image of the Crystal Ball Nebula captures the ‘spectacular’ throes of a dying star

New image of the Crystal Ball Nebula captures the ‘spectacular’ throes of a dying star

New image of the Crystal Ball Nebula captures the ‘spectacular’ throes of a dying star
Crime|Health|World

ICE facility in Louisiana reports its second detainee death in less than 2 months

A second detainee has died in two months at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Louisiana where a recent investigation found insanitary conditions and problems with medical care

ICE facility in Louisiana reports its second detainee death in less than 2 months
World

After morning of sirens, Israelis fall back into well-worn war routines

War-weary Israelis fell back on familiar routines after Israel and Iran traded fire for the first time since a ceasefire was reached in April

After morning of sirens, Israelis fall back into well-worn war routines
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Ken Paxton's attorney in his impeachment trial endorses James Talarico in US Senate race

An attorney who defended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in his impeachment trial has endorsed Paxton's Democratic opponent in the U.S. Senate race

Ken Paxton's attorney in his impeachment trial endorses James Talarico in US Senate race
Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Travel|World

Bay Area Filipino community worried after 7.8 quake strikes southern Philippines

Bay Area Filipino community worried after 7.8 quake strikes southern Philippines

Bay Area Filipino community worried after 7.8 quake strikes southern Philippines
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Apple finally lays out its AI plans with a brand new version of Siri

Apple finally lays out its AI plans with a brand new version of Siri

Apple finally lays out its AI plans with a brand new version of Siri
Crime|Election|Political|World

Fujimori and nationalist Sánchez virtually tied as vote count continues in Peru

Peru's presidential runoff has left the country without a clear winner

Fujimori and nationalist Sánchez virtually tied as vote count continues in Peru
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

Airline chiefs slam engine makers for delays at industry summit

 Commercial jet enginemakers faced renewed pressure from airline CEOs on Monday, as

Airline chiefs slam engine makers for delays at industry summit
Business|Election|Political|World

Leftist Sanchez takes lead in polarized Peru election

Leftist congressman Roberto Sanchez took a slim lead against conservative Keiko Fujimori in Peru's presidential race on Monday as

Leftist Sanchez takes lead in polarized Peru election
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

France to review 70,000 allegations of violence against minors after girl's death

French Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin said on Monday he had told public prosecutors to review 70,000 ongoing allegations of violence against minors, after an outcry over

France to review 70,000 allegations of violence against minors after girl's death
Asia|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices settle $1 higher after Iran and Israel say they have halted attacks

Oil prices settled $1 higher after rising more than 5% earlier in the session on Monday as Iran and Israel said they had halted attacks on each other

Oil prices settle $1 higher after Iran and Israel say they have halted attacks
MidEast|Political|World

Iran top negotiator threatens to defeat US blockade on Iran

Tehran will turn the naval blockade established by the United States into another defeat for the "enemy", Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said in a message

Iran top negotiator threatens to defeat US blockade on Iran
Americas|Election|Finance|Political|World

Roberto Sanchez overtakes Keiko Fujimori in Peru presidential race

Leftist Roberto Sanchez took the lead in Peru's presidential race on Monday with 50.01% compared to Keiko Fujimori's 49.9% with 93.92% of ballots tallied according to the

Roberto Sanchez overtakes Keiko Fujimori in Peru presidential race
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Albania's Rama vows to push on with Kushner-linked luxury resort despite protests

Albania will plough on with a luxury resort planned by Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner on a remote stretch of Balkan coast despite persistent

Albania's Rama vows to push on with Kushner-linked luxury resort despite protests
Arts|Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Pentagon updates list of recognized religious affiliations after backlash from Mormon lawmakers

Pentagon updates list of recognized religious affiliations after backlash from Mormon lawmakers

Pentagon updates list of recognized religious affiliations after backlash from Mormon lawmakers
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The Latest: Israel and Iran trade fire in most serious confrontation since April ceasefire

Israel and Iran have exchanged fire, marking the first such incident since a ceasefire two months ago

The Latest: Israel and Iran trade fire in most serious confrontation since April ceasefire
MidEast|Political|World

A timeline of the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel over Lebanon

Iran has fired missiles at Israel, marking the first such attack in two months since a ceasefire

A timeline of the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel over Lebanon
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Ukrainian strikes set off fires at oil facilities in Russia and Crimea

Ukrainian forces have struck oil facilities in Russia and occupied Ukraine as part of their campaign to impose economic costs on Moscow

Ukrainian strikes set off fires at oil facilities in Russia and Crimea
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|Technology|World

Why the director of national intelligence needs more than political loyalty to do the job

The newly named director of national intelligence is a Trump political ally who has no experience in national security. A veteran of the field says it matters who holds the job.

Why the director of national intelligence needs more than political loyalty to do the job
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Ivanka Trump plans a luxury resort on a protected beach. Locals and conservationists aren’t thrilled.

Ivanka Trump plans a luxury resort on a protected beach. Locals and conservationists aren’t thrilled.

Ivanka Trump plans a luxury resort on a protected beach. Locals and conservationists aren’t thrilled.
Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF financial stability chief Adrian to step down August 31

The International Monetary Fund said on Monday that Tobias Adrian, who led the IMF's Monetary and Capital Markets Department through numerous shocks including COVID-19,

IMF financial stability chief Adrian to step down August 31
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK regulator sues Woodford, his new service over 'unauthorised' investment advice

Britain's financial regulator said on Monday it was suing former fund manager Neil Woodford and his new investment service, accusing them of providing regulated investment

UK regulator sues Woodford, his new service over 'unauthorised' investment advice
Africa|Health|Science|World

WHO's Tedros says Uganda should reconsider Congo border closure over Ebola

The director-general of the World Health Organization said on Monday that Uganda should reconsider its decision to close its border with Democratic Republic of Congo

WHO's Tedros says Uganda should reconsider Congo border closure over Ebola
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Dollar eases as Iran and Israel agree to halt strikes

The dollar eased on Monday but hovered near its highest level in nearly two months, after Iran and Israel agreed to halt attacks

Dollar eases as Iran and Israel agree to halt strikes
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Stocks bounce back, oil pares gains as Iran and Israel signal a pause

MSCI's global equities index fell slightly on Monday but Wall Street saw some support from a bounce in technology stocks while oil

Stocks bounce back, oil pares gains as Iran and Israel signal a pause
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US derivatives regulator drops move to SEC offices; will remain in current HQ

The top U.S. derivatives regulator has scrapped a plan to move its staff into the U.S.

US derivatives regulator drops move to SEC offices; will remain in current HQ
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US public's inflation expectations largely unchanged in May, New York Fed survey shows

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US public's inflation expectations largely unchanged in May, New York Fed survey shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mexico inflation likely slowed again in May, still above cenbank target

Mexico's annual inflation likely slowed in May, a Reuters poll showed on Monday, reinforcing expectations that the central bank will maintain its interest rate at

Mexico inflation likely slowed again in May, still above cenbank target
Economy|Political|World

Defying Trump with brief Iran fight, Israel seeks sway over peace talks

In launching renewed strikes on Iran on Monday in apparent open defiance of Donald Trump, Israel has tried to make its case to

Defying Trump with brief Iran fight, Israel seeks sway over peace talks
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as tech, chipmakers rebound

U.S. stocks ended mostly higher on Monday, led by gains in the Nasdaq and chipmakers as investors sought bargains after Friday's sharp

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as tech, chipmakers rebound
Environment|Europe|World

'Short, sharp and more strategic': the EU's new approach to climate talks

The EU wants to target fewer, clearer goals at the world's annual climate summit in November, building alliances in advance to avoid a repeat of last year's

'Short, sharp and more strategic': the EU's new approach to climate talks
Crime|World

Justice Department moves to strip citizenship from 17 people in unprecedented denaturalization push

Justice Department moves to strip citizenship from 17 people in unprecedented denaturalization push

Justice Department moves to strip citizenship from 17 people in unprecedented denaturalization push
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Americans ‘don’t like the look of things’ and are growing more worried about their job and their finances

Americans ‘don’t like the look of things’ and are growing more worried about their job and their finances

Americans ‘don’t like the look of things’ and are growing more worried about their job and their finances
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

The Beautiful Game is coming to North America and the World Cup is just 3 days away

The Beautiful Game is coming to North America and the World Cup is just 3 days away

The Beautiful Game is coming to North America and the World Cup is just 3 days away
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Dozens killed after deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines

Dozens killed after deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines

Dozens killed after deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines
Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Boulder Jewish Festival marks 30th anniversary, one year after deadly attack

Boulder Jewish Festival marks 30th anniversary, one year after deadly attack

Boulder Jewish Festival marks 30th anniversary, one year after deadly attack
Business|Crime|Economy|World

A watchdog report flags security risks in the IRS-ICE taxpayer data-sharing deal

A new Treasury inspector general report raises concerns about Immigration and Customs Enforcement's ability to safeguard taxpayer information

A watchdog report flags security risks in the IRS-ICE taxpayer data-sharing deal
Africa|Health|World

Protests over a US Ebola facility in Kenya highlight Africa’s growing resistance to Trump-era deals

Protests over a US Ebola facility in Kenya highlight Africa’s growing resistance to Trump-era deals

Protests over a US Ebola facility in Kenya highlight Africa’s growing resistance to Trump-era deals
Entertainment|Health|Sports|World

Meeting Messi: Boy who survived cancer meets Argentina's soccer team

Meeting Messi: Boy who survived cancer meets Argentina's soccer team

Meeting Messi: Boy who survived cancer meets Argentina's soccer team
Arts|Europe|World

Pop-up art show takes over German president's residence before yearslong renovation

A pop-up art show featuring contemporary works is set to open at the German president's official residency this week before renovations begin

Pop-up art show takes over German president's residence before yearslong renovation
Americas|Business|Economy|Health|Political|US|World

US adds visa restrictions for Nicaraguans over death of indigenous leader

The United States imposed additional visa restrictions Monday on more than 100 Nicaraguan officials and their family members over the death of indigenous leader Brooklyn

US adds visa restrictions for Nicaraguans over death of indigenous leader
Political|Sports|World

US judge asked to bar Trump's UFC fight at White House

A federal judge in Washington has been asked to block President Donald Trump’s plan to host an Ultimate Fighting Championship mixed martial arts bout

US judge asked to bar Trump's UFC fight at White House
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Australia, Canada, Japan trade bodies fret over being left out in made-in-Europe drive

Europe's push to cut its reliance on U.S.

Australia, Canada, Japan trade bodies fret over being left out in made-in-Europe drive
Sports|World

Iran's World Cup players wear pins for victims of deadly strike on school as they arrive in Mexico

Iran’s World Cup team arrived in Mexico wearing lapel pins highlighting the victims of a deadly missile strike on an elementary school at the start of the war in the Mideast

Iran's World Cup players wear pins for victims of deadly strike on school as they arrive in Mexico
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope's historic speech to Spain's parliament demands respect for migrants and gets 7-minute ovation

Spain's lawmakers have given Pope Leo XIV a lengthy standing ovation after his historic address to parliament

Pope's historic speech to Spain's parliament demands respect for migrants and gets 7-minute ovation
Europe|Political|World

Poland's Tusk seeks calm and dialogue with Ukraine in row over army unit

Poland's prime minister called for solidarity and talks between Warsaw and Kyiv on Monday after diplomatic relations deteriorated over the naming of a Ukrainian army unit

Poland's Tusk seeks calm and dialogue with Ukraine in row over army unit
Business|Economy|Finance|World

UK financial regulator softens proposed change to UK money market fund rules

Britain's financial regulator on Monday slightly softened its proposals for money market funds to hold more liquid assets which are designed to ensure they are resilient

UK financial regulator softens proposed change to UK money market fund rules
Environment|World

Kenya police fire tear gas, arrest ex chief justice at national park protest

Riot police fired tear gas to disperse scores of protesters rallying on Monday against plans to build on part of a national park in

Kenya police fire tear gas, arrest ex chief justice at national park protest
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens higher as chip stocks rebound, Middle East tensions ease

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Monday, bouncing back from a sharp selloff in the prior session, aided by a recovery in chip stocks and signs of easing tensions in the

Wall St opens higher as chip stocks rebound, Middle East tensions ease
Business|Economy|Political|World

India-US trade deal can be finalised after tariff probe concludes, official says

India is pushing for preferential new tariffs from the United States as part of talks to finalise an interim trade deal with Washington, an Indian

India-US trade deal can be finalised after tariff probe concludes, official says
Election|Europe|Political|World

Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan claims victory in election seen as test of Russia's influence

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has claimed victory in a general election seen as a test of Russia’s influence

Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan claims victory in election seen as test of Russia's influence
Political|Science|World

IAEA calls on Iran to 're-engage' as West pressures it with resolution

U.N. nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi called on Iran on Monday to "re-engage" with him so inspections can resume at sites the U.S

IAEA calls on Iran to 're-engage' as West pressures it with resolution
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

LATAM Brasil trims capacity plans on fuel costs, cuts seen into third quarter

LATAM Airlines' Brazilian unit is expected to trim capacity by about 3% in July compared with its initial plans for the

LATAM Brasil trims capacity plans on fuel costs, cuts seen into third quarter
Travel|World

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues

Airlines are gradually restoring some flights to the Middle East as regional carriers rebuild schedules after war-related disruption, though the conflict continues to disrupt wider

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

China car sales downturn extends into May as VW tests EV revamp

China's car sales extended a downturn in May that has become a stress test for foreign automakers led by Volkswagen, which is trying to revive its China business through

China car sales downturn extends into May as VW tests EV revamp
Election|Finance|Interview|Political|US|Videos|World

Fact check: Trump told NBC that he never promised not to start a new war. He did, repeatedly

Fact check: Trump told NBC that he never promised not to start a new war. He did, repeatedly

Fact check: Trump told NBC that he never promised not to start a new war. He did, repeatedly
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A gender reveal mishap sparked a deadly wildfire. Who’s being held accountable is unusual

A gender reveal mishap sparked a deadly wildfire. Who’s being held accountable is unusual

A gender reveal mishap sparked a deadly wildfire. Who’s being held accountable is unusual
Health|Sports|World

Cancer survivor from Massachusetts to serve as flag bearer during World Cup in Foxboro

Cancer survivor from Massachusetts to serve as flag bearer during World Cup in Foxboro

Cancer survivor from Massachusetts to serve as flag bearer during World Cup in Foxboro
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Tropical Storm Boris forms off Mexico's southern Pacific coast and brings flooding threat

Tropical Storm Boris has formed and is expected to bring heavy rain to parts of southern Mexico's Pacific coast

Tropical Storm Boris forms off Mexico's southern Pacific coast and brings flooding threat
Crime|Opinion|Political|World

US indictment of Raúl Castro comes amid a long history of American aggression against Cuba

Recent military and economic pressure on Cuba, including Trump’s threats of a ‘friendly takeover’ of the island, follow a long pattern of US hostility toward its southern neighbor.

US indictment of Raúl Castro comes amid a long history of American aggression against Cuba
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China's Xi vows unwavering support for North Korea's Kim in rare Pyongyang visit

China will not swerve from its commitment to safeguarding common interests with North Korea or waver in its support for Kim Jong Un, President

China's Xi vows unwavering support for North Korea's Kim in rare Pyongyang visit
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Soaring fertilizer prices dim Brazilian farmers' edge over US rivals

June 8 - Brazil's cheap, abundant land has long helped the country's farmers create vast, low-cost farms,

Soaring fertilizer prices dim Brazilian farmers' edge over US rivals
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Reuters poll: UK home prices to rise less than previously thought on fears of higher borrowing costs

British home prices will rise less than previously predicted this year and dip in the once flourishing London market as expectations for higher borrowing

Reuters poll: UK home prices to rise less than previously thought on fears of higher borrowing costs
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A third of Labour lawmakers urge Britain to ban trade with Israeli settlements

More than a third of lawmakers from Britain's governing Labour Party signed a letter on Monday calling on the British government to end trade with Israeli

A third of Labour lawmakers urge Britain to ban trade with Israeli settlements
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Israeli military kills six in Gaza and expands control zone, locals say

Israeli strikes killed six Palestinians, including a child, in the Gaza Strip on Monday, health officials there said, as Israel's military expanded the

Israeli military kills six in Gaza and expands control zone, locals say
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In Mexico City, axolotl salamanders are everywhere before the World Cup — except in the wild

One of the first things visitors arriving in Mexico City for the World Cup are likely to see is the wide grin of an axolotl, with the salamander unique

In Mexico City, axolotl salamanders are everywhere before the World Cup — except in the wild
Europe|World

Pope Leo warns Spain's parliament the world is in 'profound' crisis

Pope Leo told Spain's parliament that escalating conflict, deepening polarization and widespread disregard for human rights had pushed the world into a

Pope Leo warns Spain's parliament the world is in 'profound' crisis
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Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis threaten Israeli shipping in the Red Sea

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Monday that they would ban Israeli maritime navigation in the Red Sea, adding to challenges for global shipping through the Middle East

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis threaten Israeli shipping in the Red Sea
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Why the Iran-aligned Houthis threatening Red Sea shipping could mean more for the oil market this time

June 8 - Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Monday that they would ban ships linked to Israel from the Red Sea after Israel renewed its military attacks on Iran, adding to concerns about global

Why the Iran-aligned Houthis threatening Red Sea shipping could mean more for the oil market this time
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Leo meets abuse victims in Spain as some protest

Pope Leo met on Monday with six survivors of abuse by Catholic clergy in Spain, the Vatican said, as groups of survivors who were not

Leo meets abuse victims in Spain as some protest
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Uber and Wayve team up to launch driverless cars in London this summer

Uber and Wayve team up to launch driverless cars in London this summer

Uber and Wayve team up to launch driverless cars in London this summer
Food|Travel|World

These are the world’s best cities for food, according to Time Out

These are the world’s best cities for food, according to Time Out

These are the world’s best cities for food, according to Time Out
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Knicks fans know they’re seeing something special. They’re flying from around the world to NYC to be a part of it

Knicks fans know they’re seeing something special. They’re flying from around the world to NYC to be a part of it

Knicks fans know they’re seeing something special. They’re flying from around the world to NYC to be a part of it
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Why the World Cup is a ‘make or break’ moment for alcohol

Why the World Cup is a ‘make or break’ moment for alcohol

Why the World Cup is a ‘make or break’ moment for alcohol
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FIFA and Infantino draw bipartisan skepticism ahead of the World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino recently addressed U.S. city leaders, joking about soccer "conquering" America as the World Cup approaches

FIFA and Infantino draw bipartisan skepticism ahead of the World Cup
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Trump says Israel and Iran 'looking to do an immediate ceasefire'

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that both Israel and Iran are looking to "do an immediate ceasefire", and that final negotiations on "peace" are proceeding. 

Trump says Israel and Iran 'looking to do an immediate ceasefire'
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Amnesty says Cambodia scam centres still operating despite crackdowns

Dozens of suspected global scam compounds in Cambodia are still in operation despite a months-long crackdown by authorities, Amnesty International said in a report on Monday.

Amnesty says Cambodia scam centres still operating despite crackdowns
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Citigroup lifts S&P 500 year-end target to 8,100 on earnings strength, AI 'supercycle'

Citigroup became the latest Wall Street brokerage to raise its 2026-end target for the S&P 500 index beyond the 8,000 mark, citing resilience in corporate

Citigroup lifts S&P 500 year-end target to 8,100 on earnings strength, AI 'supercycle'
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Japanese investors make biggest foreign stock exit in five years in May

Japanese investors sold foreign stocks at the fastest pace in about five years in May, as caution over Middle East hostilities and concerns that a tech-driven market rally had run

Japanese investors make biggest foreign stock exit in five years in May
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UK watchdog begins formal review of eBay's purchase of Depop

Britain's competition regulator said on Monday it would begin formally reviewing eBay's planned acquisition of Gen-Z focused fashion resale platform Depop after ending the first

UK watchdog begins formal review of eBay's purchase of Depop
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Lebanon says Israel has bombed it nearly 3,500 times during ceasefire

Israel has carried out nearly 3,500 air strikes on Lebanon and hundreds of controlled

Lebanon says Israel has bombed it nearly 3,500 times during ceasefire
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Mauritius has not received US proposal on Chagos Islands

Mauritius said on Monday that it had not received any proposal from the Trump administration on the Chagos Islands, after the Telegraph reported that the White House was

Mauritius has not received US proposal on Chagos Islands
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Ukraine recaptures more than 600 square km of territory in 2026, military chief says

Ukrainian forces have recaptured more than 600 square km of territory so far this year, Ukraine's top military commander Oleksandr Syrskyi said on Monday, the latest sign of

Ukraine recaptures more than 600 square km of territory in 2026, military chief says
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Powerful Philippine quake leaves at least 32 feared dead, survivors recount fear

The death toll in a powerful 7.8‑magnitude earthquake off the southern Philippine island of Mindanao on Monday has

Powerful Philippine quake leaves at least 32 feared dead, survivors recount fear
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Chip rout puts Korea's 'ant' investors to the test as margin debt soars

Seoul resident Laura Byun has long preferred U.S. mutual funds over Korean shares, but the KOSPI's blistering rally changed that and her risk

Chip rout puts Korea's 'ant' investors to the test as margin debt soars
Europe|Political|World

An Italian general rallies his troops, threatening to outflank Meloni

Roberto Vannacci's new far-right party, Futuro Nazionale, is fast becoming a political headache for Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

An Italian general rallies his troops, threatening to outflank Meloni
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Chip chill, jobs heat and war

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Wall Street is holding its breath after Friday’s withering chip

Chip chill, jobs heat and war
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Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup

Epidemiologists will be busy this summer sifting through sewage and social media with the goal of keeping soccer fans and the public safe from severe illness during

Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup
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Prabowo's populist policies propel a 'doom-loop' in Indonesian markets

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is losing the trust of investors and his growth agenda risks being undone by a

Prabowo's populist policies propel a 'doom-loop' in Indonesian markets
World

Indonesia's Prabowo appoints new head of free meals agency

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Monday appointed a new head of the agency responsible for implementing his flagship free meals programme, replacing the previous

Indonesia's Prabowo appoints new head of free meals agency
Africa|Health|World

How the Ebola outbreak is changing weddings in Congo

Authorities have raced to slow the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo with strict measures, including by limiting public gatherings and enforcing social distancing

How the Ebola outbreak is changing weddings in Congo
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Sagrada Família’s 144-year journey nears its end with the Tower of Jesus Christ

Sagrada Família’s 144-year journey nears its end with the Tower of Jesus Christ

Sagrada Família’s 144-year journey nears its end with the Tower of Jesus Christ
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A Japanese mayor is making history — by taking maternity leave

A Japanese mayor is making history — by taking maternity leave

A Japanese mayor is making history — by taking maternity leave
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China’s Xi Jinping calls for strengthened ‘strategic cooperation’ with North Korea in rare summit with Kim Jong Un

China’s Xi Jinping calls for strengthened ‘strategic cooperation’ with North Korea in rare summit with Kim Jong Un

China’s Xi Jinping calls for strengthened ‘strategic cooperation’ with North Korea in rare summit with Kim Jong Un
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Pope Leo calls war a ‘painful defeat’ of negotiations as Israel and Iran trade worst strikes in months

Pope Leo calls war a ‘painful defeat’ of negotiations as Israel and Iran trade worst strikes in months

Pope Leo calls war a ‘painful defeat’ of negotiations as Israel and Iran trade worst strikes in months
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6 wounded in stabbing at New York’s Penn Station ahead of NBA finals

6 wounded in stabbing at New York’s Penn Station ahead of NBA finals

6 wounded in stabbing at New York’s Penn Station ahead of NBA finals
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South Korea's KOSPI craters over 8% as Fed fears spark tech rout

South Korea's stock benchmark plunged over 8% on Monday,

South Korea's KOSPI craters over 8% as Fed fears spark tech rout
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Panasonic to start US data centre battery production by fiscal 2028

Panasonic Holdings said on Monday it plans to start mass production of battery cells for data centre applications at a plant in the U.S. state of Kansas in the financial year

Panasonic to start US data centre battery production by fiscal 2028
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Fragments of Ukrainian drone found in Moldova, ministry says

A Ukrainian drone crossed into Moldova early on Monday and fragments of it showing traces of an explosion were found in a field near the eastern village of Lopatna, not

Fragments of Ukrainian drone found in Moldova, ministry says
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Fall in Hungary's inflation, risk premia likely lowered required rate level, central banker says

A fall in Hungary's inflation and risk premia has likely lowered the interest rate level needed for price stability, but the central

Fall in Hungary's inflation, risk premia likely lowered required rate level, central banker says
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UN urges Afghan Taliban to end arrests of women over dress rules

The United Nations mission in Afghanistan has expressed concern over the arrest and detention of women in a western province for allegedly failing to comply with "dress

UN urges Afghan Taliban to end arrests of women over dress rules
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India inflation likely rose to 4% in May as food, fuel costs climb: Reuters poll

India's inflation likely rose to the Reserve Bank of India's medium-term target of 4% in May, driven by a pickup in vegetable prices and higher fuel

India inflation likely rose to 4% in May as food, fuel costs climb: Reuters poll
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South Korea to overhaul election process after ballot shortage shocks country

South Korea will overhaul its election process after shortages of ballot papers at last week's local elections fuelled a public outcry, the presidential office

South Korea to overhaul election process after ballot shortage shocks country
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Europe's STOXX 600 closes subdued as oil rally fades; Italian banks in focus

Europe's STOXX 600 share index closed subdued but above session lows on Monday, as oil prices pared earlier gains following

Europe's STOXX 600 closes subdued as oil rally fades; Italian banks in focus
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Iran blames US for latest exchanges of fire with Israel

Overnight exchanges of fire between Iran and Israel will only worsen an already "chaotic diplomatic process" with the United States, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson

Iran blames US for latest exchanges of fire with Israel
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Kosovo prime minister looks to other parties for cooperation after election win

Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti called for cooperation from other parties to end 18 months of political deadlock after his Vetevendosje party came out

Kosovo prime minister looks to other parties for cooperation after election win
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Private jet market defies Iran war gloom as rich flock to Monaco GP, Cannes

As soaring jet fuel prices triggered by the Iran war send ripples across the global travel market, a

Private jet market defies Iran war gloom as rich flock to Monaco GP, Cannes
Europe|Health|Technology|World

UK PM Starmer set to ban 'harmful' social media for under-16s

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce a ban on "harmful" online platforms for children under 16 while maintaining access to some safer forms of social media

UK PM Starmer set to ban 'harmful' social media for under-16s
Education|Environment|Science|World

Japanese city suspends 94 schools after first-ever bear sighting

The Japanese city of Utsunomiya has suspended all 94 of the primary and middle schools that it operates on Monday after its first-ever bear sighting, a municipal official

Japanese city suspends 94 schools after first-ever bear sighting
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Chinese military hovered as global executives flocked to Taiwan tech show

By Ben Blanchard, Max A.

Chinese military hovered as global executives flocked to Taiwan tech show
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Businesses fear for economy if Swiss vote to cap population at 10 million

Switzerland goes to the polls on June 14 to vote on whether to cap its population at 10 million people in a referendum some have likened

Businesses fear for economy if Swiss vote to cap population at 10 million
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China exports set for strong May on front-loaded orders, chip demand: Reuters poll

China's export growth likely strengthened in May, underpinned by a backlog of overseas orders brought forward to pre-empt energy price pressures tied to the Gulf war,

China exports set for strong May on front-loaded orders, chip demand: Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

China's global e-commerce push stalls as Iran war lifts costs, dampens demand

China's e-commerce export engine is faltering as surging jet fuel costs and weak demand from lower-income consumers in

China's global e-commerce push stalls as Iran war lifts costs, dampens demand
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How a few AI chip giants warped Asia's stock picking game

Sam Konrad's stocks are having a fantastic year, thanks to AI-fueled rallies in Taiwan and South Korea, but his fund is so top

How a few AI chip giants warped Asia's stock picking game
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Hormuz strait will be open but with transit fees, Iran envoy to Moscow quoted

The Strait of Hormuz will be open but under new conditions to be set by Iran and Oman, including a transit fee, Iran's ambassador to Moscow was quoted as saying on Monday.

Hormuz strait will be open but with transit fees, Iran envoy to Moscow quoted
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Blistering AI rally turns ugly

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee An ugly selloff in technology stocks swept across Asia on Monday as investors slammed the brakes on the red-hot AI rally, with a

Blistering AI rally turns ugly
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FAA lifts brief ground stop at San Francisco International Airport

The U.S.

FAA lifts brief ground stop at San Francisco International Airport
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Vietnam cbank vice governor says country will lean towards fiscal policy to meet growth target

Vietnam will lean towards expansionary fiscal policies to meet the government's economic growth target, with the room narrowing for monetary policy, the country's deputy

Vietnam cbank vice governor says country will lean towards fiscal policy to meet growth target
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Bank of England's Taylor sees rates on hold barring worst-case scenario

Bank of England policymaker Alan Taylor said interest rates at their current level were restrictive for the economy and he did not see the need for an increase to tackle

Bank of England's Taylor sees rates on hold barring worst-case scenario
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What it takes to keep the area around ‘The World’s Most Famous Arena’ secure during the NBA Finals

What it takes to keep the area around ‘The World’s Most Famous Arena’ secure during the NBA Finals

What it takes to keep the area around ‘The World’s Most Famous Arena’ secure during the NBA Finals
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Peru set for lengthy count as presidential race too close to call

Peru's presidential race is set for another drawn-out count after early results on Sunday showed the race was too close to call.

Peru set for lengthy count as presidential race too close to call
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Tech stocks dive as Fed bets rattle AI rally

Asian markets extended last week's bruising selloff with high-flying semiconductor stocks taking the heaviest beating and South Korea's KOSPI sinking more than 4.5%.

Tech stocks dive as Fed bets rattle AI rally
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan says China Coast Guard patrols to its east are 'provocative act'

Chinese Coast Guard patrols to the east of Taiwan are a "provocative act" and the military will closely coordinate with the island's Coast Guard in

Taiwan says China Coast Guard patrols to its east are 'provocative act'
Election|Finance|Political|World

Colombia set for presidential runoff after leftist Cepeda acknowledges first round loss

Right-wing lawyer Abelardo De La Espriella will face left-wing candidate Ivan Cepeda on June 21 in a presidential runoff in Colombia, after Cepeda on

Colombia set for presidential runoff after leftist Cepeda acknowledges first round loss
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Ipsos quick count shows statistical tie in Peru's presidential race

An early tally by pollster Ipsos shows that Roberto Sanchez is leading Peru's presidential race with 50.3% compared to Keiko Fujimori's 49.7%, a statistical tie according to

Ipsos quick count shows statistical tie in Peru's presidential race
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Nvidia CEO says company is working with LG on humanoid robots and data centers

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said on Monday that it is partnering with South Korea's tech conglomerate LG Group on humanoid robots and data centers.

Nvidia CEO says company is working with LG on humanoid robots and data centers
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India Inc hikes prices, shrinks packs as Iran war squeezes margins

From smaller packs on shelves to higher prices at checkout, Indian companies are scrambling to protect their margins

India Inc hikes prices, shrinks packs as Iran war squeezes margins
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6 people hurt in stabbings at New York's Penn Station with a suspect in custody, authorities says

Authorities say six people were injured in a stabbing inside New York’s Penn Station

6 people hurt in stabbings at New York's Penn Station with a suspect in custody, authorities says
Health|Science|World

Health workers at the epicenter of Congo's Ebola outbreak labor with little pay or rest

Health workers inside the epicenter of Congo's outbreak say they are working with little pay or rest

Health workers at the epicenter of Congo's Ebola outbreak labor with little pay or rest
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Votes being counted in runoff election to choose Peru's ninth leader in 10 years

Peru's presidential runoff election remains undecided as authorities tally votes for the country's ninth leader in a decade

Votes being counted in runoff election to choose Peru's ninth leader in 10 years
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Trump faces new Republican resistance in Congress as midterm pressures build

(This June 7 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)

Trump faces new Republican resistance in Congress as midterm pressures build
Interview|Sports|World

After an injury stole his last World Cup moment, USMNT’s Miles Robinson tells CNN he is ‘honored’ for a second chance

After an injury stole his last World Cup moment, USMNT’s Miles Robinson tells CNN he is ‘honored’ for a second chance

After an injury stole his last World Cup moment, USMNT’s Miles Robinson tells CNN he is ‘honored’ for a second chance
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Israel says Iran launched missiles at it in first such bombardment since fragile ceasefire

Israel says Iran has launched missiles at it in the first such bombardment since a fragile ceasefire took effect in early April, complicating mediation efforts for a deal to end the war

Israel says Iran launched missiles at it in first such bombardment since fragile ceasefire
Sports|World

Nelly Korda wins U.S. Women's Open title with perilous final putt, claiming her 2nd straight major

Nelly Korda won the 81st U.S. Women’s Open for her second consecutive major victory

Nelly Korda wins U.S. Women's Open title with perilous final putt, claiming her 2nd straight major
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China says 'illegal' outbound investment crackdown won't lead to forced liquidation

China's crackdown on "illegal" cross-border investment won't lead to mainlanders' offshore accounts being closed and assets liquidated forcibly, the securities regulator said, amid

China says 'illegal' outbound investment crackdown won't lead to forced liquidation
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UK pay settlements hold at 3.5% for second month, IDR survey shows

Pay settlements awarded by British employers held steady in the three months to April despite an increase in the country's minimum wage, according to a survey that was

UK pay settlements hold at 3.5% for second month, IDR survey shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's economy cools on weak capex in Q1, revised data shows

Japan's economy lost momentum in the January-March quarter from the previous three months on sluggish capital expenditure, revised gross domestic product

Japan's economy cools on weak capex in Q1, revised data shows
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UK firms pause hiring as Iran war stings, REC survey shows

Britain's jobs market cooled rapidly in May after employers put the brakes on permanent hiring after the Iran war heightened cost pressures and uncertainty about the

UK firms pause hiring as Iran war stings, REC survey shows
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Pope Leo XIV draws 1.2 million to Mass and challenges Europe to acknowledge its Christian roots

Pope Leo XIV has challenged Europe to acknowledge Christianity’s contributions to its cultural identity

Pope Leo XIV draws 1.2 million to Mass and challenges Europe to acknowledge its Christian roots
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As Platner targets Senate seat, fellow Democrats hold their noses ahead of Maine primary

Reports about presumptive Senate nominee Graham Platner's past have left some of his fellow Democrats feeling uneasy about him

As Platner targets Senate seat, fellow Democrats hold their noses ahead of Maine primary
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European leaders ready to support ceasefire talks between Ukraine, Russia

The leaders of Britain, Germany and France said on Sunday they supported a proposal for talks between Ukrainian

European leaders ready to support ceasefire talks between Ukraine, Russia