US says it plans extra tariffs of 10% or more for most trading partners after forced labor probe
New prime minister says Solomon Islands will review its secretive security treaty with China
Megaport secures 4 AI deals, to raise $594 million to build inference cloud
Angels outfielder Jo Adell misplays flyball into home run off his head, much like Canseco in 1993
Matt Olson, baseball's iron man, stars for the Braves on Lou Gehrig Day
Citing 'critical issues,' SEC, Big Ten withhold support for bipartisan college sports bill
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend
U.S.
May 30, 2026Political
Health|Political|World
Trump in excellent health with leg swelling, hand bruising, doctor says
U.S.
May 30, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
New Zealand aiming for steady rises in defence spending, minister says
New Zealand is aiming for "smooth and steady" rises in defence expenditure to meet its target of spending 2% of GDP on the military within 8 years, its new
May 29, 2026
Crime|Political|World
In a California Chinese enclave, a mayor's guilty plea stokes fears of Beijing's influence
Former Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang has pleaded guilty to being an illegal agent of the Chinese government
May 30, 2026
Health|Political|Science|US|World
Trump’s physician says the president is in 'excellent health' and is 'fully fit' to serve
Donald Trump’s physician says the president is in “excellent health” and is “fully fit” to serve as commander in chief after a medical exam Tuesday at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
May 30, 2026
Political|Travel|World
Myanmar's junta chief turned president heads to India, with an eye on China
Less than two months after he completed a carefully engineered transition from Myanmar's junta chief to become president, Min Aung Hlaing will fly to India on an official
May 30, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World
Court clears way for Texas to enforce migrant arrest law
A federal appeals court on Friday cleared the way for Texas authorities to enforce key parts of
May 30, 2026
Health|Political|Science|US|World
Trump tells agencies to align with study calling for narrower childhood vaccine recommendations
President Donald Trump is giving his endorsement to a January study by the Department of Health and Human Services that calls for cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every American child
May 30, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Another US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific Ocean
The U.S. military says it carried out another strike on a vessel accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean
May 30, 2026
Crime|Health|Political|Travel|World
Pregnant woman and son fly home to Ghana after being detained for over a week at Dulles Airport
Pregnant woman and son fly home to Ghana after being detained for over a week at Dulles Airport
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ is stalled, and some allies are urging him to scrap it entirely
Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ is stalled, and some allies are urging him to scrap it entirely
May 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
DOJ seeks recusal of judge in Georgia voter rolls case, citing misconduct scandal
The U.S.
May 30, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
US general meets Cuban military officials at edge of Guantanamo Bay
The top U.S. general overseeing forces in Latin America held a rare meeting on Friday with senior Cuban military officials at the perimeter of U.S.
May 30, 2026
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World
NJ state police set up protest zone outside contested immigration detention center as ICE leaves
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has sent state police to establish designated protest zones and vehicle checkpoints outside an immigration detention center in Newark
May 30, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
The Latest: Trump says he’ll back away from Kennedy Center overhaul after judge orders name removal
A judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center and blocked the administration from closing it for major renovations
May 29, 2026
Health|Political|Science|World
Trump signs order to use HHS vaccine assessment as federal guide
U.S.
May 30, 2026
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Trump jumps into Republican primaries for governor in South Carolina, Iowa and Oklahoma
President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican candidates in three contested gubernatorial primaries, where competition for his backing has dominated the contests
May 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US commander meets with Cuban military officials as Trump pressures island nation
The top U.S. commander in Latin America has met with Cuban military leaders in a “brief exchange on operational security matters” near the U.S. Navy base in Guantanamo Bay
May 30, 2026
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Judge says Kennedy Center board broke law putting Trump's name on building, blocks closure
A federal judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center and blocked the administration from closing the cultural and arts venue for major renovations
May 30, 2026
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Finance|Interview|Opinion|Political|Technology|US|Videos
Reid Hoffman says E. Jean Carroll probe involving his nonprofit is meant to ‘silence’ Trump critics
Reid Hoffman says E. Jean Carroll probe involving his nonprofit is meant to ‘silence’ Trump critics
May 30, 2026
Health|Political|Science|World
White House breaks from precedent by not releasing Trump’s medical report
White House breaks from precedent by not releasing Trump’s medical report
May 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
ICE agent charged in shooting during Minneapolis immigration crackdown is arrested in Texas
ICE agent charged in shooting during Minneapolis immigration crackdown is arrested in Texas
May 29, 2026
Crime|Political|US
Federal judge halts work on Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’
Federal judge halts work on Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’
May 29, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political
Poison frontman Bret Michaels is latest artist to withdraw from Freedom 250 concerts
Bret Michaels, frontman of Poison, the rock group best known for its working-class anthem “Nothin’ But a Good Time,” has withdrawn from a concert
May 30, 2026
Arts|Political|US|World
Trump says he will 'transfer' Kennedy Center to Congress after court setback
President Donald Trump on Friday said his administration will transfer control of the Kennedy Center to Congress, after a judge ordered
May 30, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Ghana lawmakers approve bill criminalizing LGBTQ 'promotion', official says
Ghana’s parliament on Friday approved a new bill that criminalizes the so-called promotion of LGBTQ activity, part of a broader crackdown on sexual minorities in West Africa.
May 29, 2026
Business|Election|Political|US|World
Louisiana enacts new congressional districts in a bid to give the GOP another seat
Louisiana is enacting a plan to try to help Republicans maintain control of the U.S. House in November
May 29, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
SEC moves to repeal rule that requires companies to report greenhouse gas emissions and climate risk
In the latest action to undo Biden-era regulations on climate change, the Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed repealing a rule that requires some public companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and the risks they face from global warming
May 30, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Trump says meeting Friday to make final decision on deal with Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump said in a social media post that he would be meeting in the White House Situation Room on Friday to make a final decision on a deal with Iran.
May 29, 2026
Election|Political|US
Federal judge says New Hampshire must make it easier to prove citizenship when registering to vote
A federal judge says New Hampshire must make it easier for voters to prove their U.S. citizenship
May 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US immigration agent arrested in Texas for Minneapolis shooting
A U.S. immigration agent was arrested in Texas on Friday, nearly two weeks after a Minnesota prosecutor took the unusual step of charging him with assaulting a
May 29, 2026
Business|Election|Political|US|World
US Postal Service seeks to require states to submit lists of voters
The U.S.
May 29, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
UN places Israel and Russia on sexual violence blacklist
The United Nations on Friday added Israel and Russia to a U.N. blacklist of countries suspected of committing sexual violence in conflict
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Canada might double exports to China, Chinese minister says during rare visit
China's Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi said on Friday that Canada could surpass its goal of increasing exports to China by 50% by 2030, during a
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
IMF, World Bank, others warn Middle East war is straining energy supplies
The heads of the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, World Bank and World Trade Organization warned on Friday that the war in the Middle East was straining
May 30, 2026
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World
Louisiana approves new US House map eliminating Democratic majority-Black seat
Louisiana Republicans on Friday approved a new congressional map that dismantles a Democratic-held, majority-Black seat, boosting their party's odds of retaining the
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Oil falls on hopes for US-Iran ceasefire agreement
Oil futures fell more than 2% on Friday, closing out their steepest weekly decline since early April as traders awaited word that the U.S., Israel and Iran
May 29, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy says Russia is preparing major new attack on Ukraine
Russia is preparing a major new attack on Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday on Telegram, citing intelligence data.
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
More Fed policymakers eye possible rate hike as inflation risks rise
By Michael S.
May 29, 2026
Political|Science|Technology|World
Iran's strongest card in nuclear talks: its highly enriched uranium
Iran and the United States are in discussions to extend their ceasefire so as to start negotiations on issues including Tehran's nuclear program, where
May 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US Democrats say Bondi refuses to answer Trump questions in Epstein probe
Former U.S.
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Political|Science|US|World
White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants
The White House is moving to give political appointees more control over federal grants
May 29, 2026
Economy|Food|Political|World
Trump claims he's making food more affordable but his examples ignore the big picture
In a Truth Social post on Wednesday, the president proclaimed “TRUMP’S MAKING FOOD AFFORDABLE,” and cited falling prices for a range of groceries, including avocados, fresh berries, and a variety of pantry staples
May 29, 2026
Americas|Economy|Political|World
Mexican senate approves amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference
Mexico's Senate on Friday approved a constitutional amendment to include "foreign interference" as a reason to annul elections in the country.
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
Airlines and business groups warn of chaos if US restricts international flights
Major airline, travel and business groups warned that barring border processing at Newark or other major U.S. airports could lead to chaos, strand
May 29, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Putin says it's too early to say if the drone which strayed into Romania was Russian
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that it was too early to say if the drone which crashed into an apartment block in Romania was Russian and suggested it could
May 29, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US judge temporarily blocks Trump's $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund
A U.S. judge on Friday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's administration from setting up a nearly $1.8 billion fund
May 29, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Putin says Russia has the means to destroy anyone who attacks its Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad
Russia has all the means necessary at its disposal to destroy anyone who attempts to attack the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday.
May 29, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon as the two sides start military talks at the Pentagon
Israeli troops have entered a southern Lebanese village, pushing deeper into the country amid ongoing conflict
May 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russian official warns Europe to brace for more drone incidents after Romania episode
Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chair of Russia's powerful Security Council, warned European leaders on Friday that drones would continue to stray into their countries and prevent
May 29, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy could be stripped of top Polish honour, Poland's president says
Poland's president said on Friday he wanted a state body to discuss stripping Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy of Poland's top honour,
May 29, 2026
Political|World
Israeli push to take more of Gaza raises alarm as Hamas warns against escalation
Hamas said on Friday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's declaration that his country would
May 29, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
European Union unlocks billions in funding for Hungary after rapid reforms by new leader Magyar
Officials say the European Union will unlock 16.4 billion euros or around $19 billion in funds for Hungary after recently elected Prime Minister Péter Magyar enacted rapid reforms
May 29, 2026
Crime|Finance|Political|US|World
Backlash over Trump's $1.776 billion fund tests Blanche's bid for US attorney general
Todd Blanche has moved quickly as acting U.S. attorney general to please the man whose face now adorns the exterior of the Justice Department’s
May 29, 2026
Arts|Election|Environment|Political|US|World
In California redistricting, pro-MAGA town likely to get a gay, liberal congressman
Huntington Beach, the right-leaning California city that banned the Pride flag from City Hall and elected a city council of MAGA
May 29, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Colombians head to the polls with peace efforts, economy on agenda
Colombians are set to vote on Sunday in what is likely the first round of a presidential election, amid deep polarization between those seeking
May 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Spain's Sanchez running out of road as corruption probes stack up
Eight years after ousting a corruption-mired, centre-right government on the promise of cleaning up politics,
May 29, 2026
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political
Colorado voted to end forced prison labor in 2018 – so why are incarcerated people in the state still working for less than $2 an hour?
Many jails and prisons are dependent on incarcerated labor to keep costs low.
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Bessent argues US was 'asleep' on economic security, Trump policies waking it up
U.S.
May 29, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Vietnam's To Lam warns of three global crises, sets out solutions
The world is beset with multiple risks and uncertainty that countries must confront squarely, To
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Pakistan foreign minister set to discuss Iran with Rubio in Washington
Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Washington on Friday for talks with U.S.
May 29, 2026
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|US|World
When ICE ramped up enforcement, US-born workers didn’t see any economic gains
Contrary to the belief that an immigration crackdown would lead to more jobs for US-born workers, ICE enforcement hasn’t produced economic gains for Americans.
May 29, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Interview|Political
Justice Department launches criminal probe into Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll
Paula Reid is OutFront.
May 28, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
NATO members condemn Russia after drone slams into Romania apartment building, wounding two
NATO members condemn Russia after drone slams into Romania apartment building, wounding two
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US
Bessent: Nothing 'untoward' about Trump's face on a $250 bill
During a White House press briefing, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was pressed by CNN’s Kaitlan Collins on the Bureau of Engraving and Printing making plans to potentially print a commemorative $250 bill with an image of President Donald Trump. Bessent said they were preparing in case Congress passed legislation that calls for the Trump bill.
May 29, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Hungary's PM says he will conclude political deal on EU funds with von der Leyen
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Friday he would conclude a political agreement on the release of frozen European Union funds at a meeting with European
May 29, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Nigeria's Tinubu says reforms stabilising economy despite hardship
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said on Friday his economic reforms stabilised the country and revived investor confidence, despite a steep cost-of-
May 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
The court cases plaguing Spain's ruling Socialist Party
Spain's ruling Socialist Workers' Party faces several court cases involving allegations of graft, influence-peddling and other crimes that have implicated members of Prime
May 29, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World
Kanye West to perform in the Netherlands despite bans elsewhere
U.S. rapper Kanye West, who has been barred from performing in several countries due to past antisemitic comments, is set to hold concerts in the Netherlands next month,
May 29, 2026
Election|Political|US
How James Talarico is working to win over Black voters who strongly backed Jasmine Crockett
How James Talarico is working to win over Black voters who strongly backed Jasmine Crockett
May 29, 2026
Economy|MidEast|Political|World
Iran promises ‘utter ruin’ if war restarts. Here’s what could happen if diplomacy fails
Iran promises ‘utter ruin’ if war restarts. Here’s what could happen if diplomacy fails
May 29, 2026
Business|Political|Technology|US
A spin-off deal saved TikTok’s US future. Sen. Ed Markey is questioning if it puts national security at risk
A spin-off deal saved TikTok’s US future. Sen. Ed Markey is questioning if it puts national security at risk
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World
How do US arms sales to Taiwan work and why are they such a sore point for China?
How do US arms sales to Taiwan work and why are they such a sore point for China?
May 29, 2026
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World
Iran’s nuclear stockpile — a key part of negotiations to end the war and a focus of Trump’s — explained
Iran’s nuclear stockpile — a key part of negotiations to end the war and a focus of Trump’s — explained
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
Mullin plan to punish sanctuary jurisdictions by targeting their airports faces fierce headwinds
Mullin plan to punish sanctuary jurisdictions by targeting their airports faces fierce headwinds
May 29, 2026
Economy|Education|Political|Sports|World
Haiti heads to the World Cup, bringing rare unity to a country beset by crisis
Haiti heads to the World Cup, bringing rare unity to a country beset by crisis
May 30, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Reactions to drone incident in Romania
NATO member Romania said on Friday that a drone injured two people in a southeastern city during an overnight Russian attack on neighbouring Ukraine, an incident likely to increase
May 29, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine says Russian drones attacked three foreign-flagged vessels
Russian drones attacked three foreign-flagged merchant vessels late on Thursday and overnight as they sailed along Ukraine's maritime export corridor in the Black Sea, Deputy Prime
May 29, 2026
Crime|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Imported voters, fake websites: Russia's covert efforts to stop Armenia's pivot West
Russia has intensified covert efforts to undermine the leader of Armenia’s bid for re-
May 29, 2026
Asia|Political|World
China's low-key presence at Asia defence forum a lost opportunity, Australia says
China's decision to send only academics to Asia's biggest defence forum is a missed opportunity at a moment when countries need more "strategic
May 29, 2026
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World
Sudanese medical group accuses paramilitary force of killing 27 in attack targeting civilians
A Sudanese medical group says attacks in central Sudan have killed 27 people, including elderly individuals
May 29, 2026
Americas|Europe|Political|World
Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2
Romanian authorities say a Russian drone that was part of an overnight attack on Ukraine crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania
May 29, 2026
Crime|Election|Political|US
Devastating wildfire and homelessness loom over Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass' bid for second term
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is running for reelection after a tough first term
May 29, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Guatemala's president denies report of US deal on anti-drug trafficking strikes
Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo denies an agreement with the U.S. for anti-drug trafficking operations in Guatemala
May 29, 2026
Australia|Environment|Political|Sports|World
Olympics-Arrests made as police clear protest camp at 2032 stadium site
Police in Brisbane made five arrests on Friday as they cleared a protest camp from the city park where the main stadium for the 2032 Olympics will be built.
May 29, 2026
Europe|Political|World
France to demand explanation from Russian envoy over Romania drone incident
France will ask Russia's ambassador to explain what happened when he fulfills a summons after a drone struck an apartment building in Romania, Foreign Minister Jean-Noel
May 29, 2026
Africa|Health|Political|World
Kenyan court orders suspension of US plan for Ebola quarantine facility
A Kenyan court has ordered the temporary suspension of a plan for the United States to set up an Ebola quarantine facility in the country after a lawsuit
May 29, 2026
Australia|Economy|Election|Environment|Political|World
Australia's embattled Liberals tap former PM Abbott as party president, reinforcing rightward shift
Australia's struggling opposition Liberal Party installed former Prime Minister Tony Abbott, a pugnacious social conservative and campaigner against
May 29, 2026
Political|World
US and Iranian negotiators reach tentative deal to extend ceasefire and start new nuclear talks
U.S. and Iranian negotiators have reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and start a new round of talks on Iran’s nuclear program
May 28, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|World
Malaysia PM Anwar under pressure amid growing defections from his party
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is under growing pressure from a wave of defections to a new party set up by a former protege, analysts and
May 29, 2026
Economy|Political|Technology|World
With a stalemate in Ukraine and discontent at home, Putin seems ready to escalate his war
President Vladimir Putin is facing a battlefield stalemate in Ukraine and growing war fatigue among Russians and appears ready to change the narrative around the conflict
May 29, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World
Trump's room to maneuver narrows as US, Iran close in on framework deal
President Donald Trump finds himself in a bind as he seeks to end the war against Iran: he is under pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and get
May 29, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World
US probes Reid Hoffman group over funding lawsuits against Trump, source says
The U.S. Justice Department has opened an investigation into a group tied to billionaire Reid Hoffman over its partial funding of writer E.
May 29, 2026
Crime|Health|Political|World
6 protesters arrested after clash with ICE officers outside a New Jersey detention center
Protesters have clashed with armed federal immigration officers in front of a New Jersey detention center where advocates have asserted detainees are staging a hunger strike
May 29, 2026
Arts|Education|Food|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|World
Australians think this place is boring. Here’s why you should visit anyway
Australians think this place is boring. Here’s why you should visit anyway
May 29, 2026
Election|Political
5 Southern Democratic chairs say South Carolina should lead off 2028 presidential primary calendar
Other southern states are advocating for South Carolina to remain the first to vote in the Democratic presidential primaries
May 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
US judge tosses Trump administration's challenge to Boston's 'sanctuary' immigration law
A federal judge threw out a lawsuit that U.S.
May 29, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|US
Top federal prosecutor in Chicago denies investigation into E. Jean Carroll, disputing media reports
The top federal prosecutor in Chicago denies that his office has opened an investigation into E
May 28, 2026
Education|Interview|Political
Jill Biden says she was 'frightened' as she saw Joe Biden's 2024 debate performance unfold
In an interview with CBS, former first lady Jill Biden says she feared Joe Biden had stroke during the 2024 CNN Presidential debate against Donald Trump.
May 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Education|Election|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US
Federal judge had sex in chambers with police officer and lied about it, investigation found
A court investigation found that a federal judge had an affair with a police officer, including having sex in chambers overheard by staff, but remains on the bench with a “private reprimand.”
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
The Latest: Iran negotiators agree to extend ceasefire, begin nuclear talks pending Trump approval
U.S. and Iranian negotiators have reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and start talks on Iran’s nuclear program
May 28, 2026
Arts|Business|Education|Election|Entertainment|Health|Political|US
In new memoir, Jill Biden wonders whether acknowledging Joe's poor debate would have been better
In her new memoir, Jill Biden reflects on Joe Biden's poor 2024 presidential debate performance against Donald Trump
May 29, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli and Russian forces added to UN blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zones
An annual United Nations report documenting sexual violence in conflicts worldwide has included Israeli forces for the first time since the review began more than 15 years ago for their treatment of Palestinian detainees
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
US Federal Trade Commission probes rising fertilizer prices
The U.S.
May 29, 2026
Americas|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|US|World
Russia brushes off US call not to launch 'systemic strikes' on Kyiv
The United States on Thursday leveled unusually harsh criticism against Russia and called for it to refrain from its promised "
May 29, 2026
Crime|Political|World
US to designate two Brazilian gangs as 'terrorist organizations,' Rubio says
The United States plans to designate Brazil's two biggest criminal gangs as terrorist organizations, U.S.
May 29, 2026
Arts|Education|Political
As America celebrates its 250th, Smithsonian leader Lonnie Bunch treads a fine political line
As America celebrates its 250th, Smithsonian leader Lonnie Bunch treads a fine political line
May 29, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
US government labels Brazil's 2 biggest drug gangs as foreign terrorist organizations
The U.S. State Department says it will designate Brazil’s two biggest criminal groups as foreign terrorist organizations early next month, a move that the South American nation’s government has repeatedly said it will interpret as undue interference in its politics
May 29, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Iran, US reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump's approval
The United States and Iran reached an agreement on Thursday to extend their ceasefire and lift restrictions on
May 28, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Cuba sees higher risk of US military aggression as talks stall
Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister Josefina Vidal sees the risk of U.S. military aggression against the island growing as negotiations between the nations
May 29, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
North Korea not keen to engage with the US or South Korea, Singapore FM says
North Korea does not seem keen to engage with the United States, South Korea or Japan and is focused on building up its self-reliance and military deterrence,
May 28, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Political
ABC accuses Trump’s FCC of ‘unconstitutional retaliation’ in station license fight
ABC accuses Trump’s FCC of ‘unconstitutional retaliation’ in station license fight
May 29, 2026
Economy|Environment|Opinion|Political|World
Trump administration pledges $100M in aid for Cuba, but only if Catholic or other faith-based groups distribute it
The timing of the offer was thorny because it coincided with the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro.
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran's military oil sales, Treasury says
The U.S. said on Thursday it has imposed new sanctions on Iran's military oil trade, even as Washington and Tehran reached a tentative agreement to extend their
May 29, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US
New York state budget includes New York City tax on high-end second homes
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul on Thursday signed a state budget that includes a progressive surcharge on luxury second homes in New York City, a
May 29, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Bolivian minister rules out president's resignation despite ongoing unrest
A Bolivian senior minister on Thursday ruled out any possibility of President Rodrigo Paz resigning and told
May 29, 2026
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political
Camp Mystic health officer may practice nursing again under limited Texas license, board says
Camp Mystic health officer may practice nursing again under limited Texas license, board says
May 29, 2026
Business|Election|Finance|Political
James Talarico campaign says it raised more than $3 million in 24 hours since Texas primary runoff
James Talarico campaign says it raised more than $3 million in 24 hours since Texas primary runoff
May 28, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Zelenskyy says he's pressing US for more Patriot missiles for Ukraine to counter Russian strikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is pressing the United States for more Patriot air defense missiles to counter Russian attacks
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
America’s pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast
America’s pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Republicans' recent stumbles in Congress highlight the difficult road ahead for their agenda
Republicans' stumble on an immigration funding bill is raising questions about other parts of their legislative agenda
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Political
Americans are dropping out of Obamacare, especially in Kentucky
More Americans are dropping out or being kicked off Obamacare health insurance for non-payment than in past years, according to data
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Brazil's lower house approves Lula-backed proposal to cut work week
Brazil's lower house approved late on Wednesday a constitutional amendment reducing the workweek, a measure that President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva hopes to use as a
May 28, 2026
Business|Europe|Political|World
German-Dutch corps to lead NATO land forces in Estonia and Latvia
A combined German-Dutch army corps will take command of NATO land forces in Estonia and Latvia later this year to strengthen the alliance's eastern flank against a potential Russian
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|World
Uribe's protege Valencia seeks to become Colombia’s first female president
Right-wing Colombian lawyer and senator Paloma Valencia is running to become her country's first female president in a Sunday presidential contest,
May 28, 2026
Economy|Education|Finance|Political|World
Leftist Colombia presidential candidate Cepeda pledges to step up economic, social reforms
Leftist Colombian activist and Senator Ivan Cepeda, whose youth was marked by exile and his father's murder at the hands of right-wing paramilitaries, is
May 28, 2026
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World
FDA advisers to weigh composition of COVID vaccines for 2026-2027
The U.S.
May 28, 2026
Political|World
How Israel has emptied southern Lebanon far beyond the front lines
The ceasefire agreed in Lebanon last month has brought little respite for civilians, who are being driven
May 28, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Ethiopian leader Abiy's party set to dominate elections despite insecurity
Ethiopians will vote in parliamentary and regional elections on Monday that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s party is expected to dominate despite significant unrest across much
May 28, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Russia will not choose who speaks for Europe in potential Ukraine talks, EU ministers say
Russia will not choose who represents Europe in any potential talks with Moscow over Ukraine, EU foreign ministers said on
May 28, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
Judge refuses to block Trump order to limit mail voting. There's no immediate effect on the midterms
A federal judge is declining to halt President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to create a national list of eligible voters and limit mail voting
May 28, 2026
Education|Entertainment|Political|World
Conan O’Brien speaks at Harvard commencement as Trump tightens pressure on the school
Harvard graduates heard from comedian and television host Conan O’Brien at their commencement
May 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World
Trump refiles $10 billion lawsuit over Wall Street Journal report on Epstein birthday letter
Trump refiles $10 billion lawsuit over Wall Street Journal report on Epstein birthday letter
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Carney seeks new US-Canada partnership as world undergoes 'rupture'
By Michael S.
May 28, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Netanyahu directs Israeli forces to expand Gaza control to 70 percent
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday he had directed Israel's military to take more of Gaza, initially by seizing 70% of
May 28, 2026
Economy|Political|World
India's Gen Z ‘Cockroach’ party channels youth anger but faces offline hurdles
The largest online expression of dissent against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 12-year rule began with a satirical riposte to
May 29, 2026
Africa|Health|Political|Science|World
Aid supplies reach heart of Congo's Ebola outbreak as WHO head travels to Kinshasa
Aid supplies have been rushed in to the center of Congo's Ebola outbreak where medical workers are struggling with equipment shortages, distrustful locals and armed groups
May 28, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
Israel carries out strike on Beirut suburbs, first near capital in weeks
An Israeli strike hit a building in the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital on Thursday, the first strike to hit near Beirut in weeks amid a ceasefire that has failed
May 28, 2026
Health|Political|Science|World
US to quarantine citizens exposed to Ebola in Kenya, not bring them home
The U.S. is setting up a facility in Kenya to quarantine U.S. citizens who have been exposed to Ebola, and will not bring them home
May 28, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Bulgaria aims to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP, PM Radev says
Bulgaria is keen to respect its commitment to NATO and increase its defence spending to 5% of its gross domestic product, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said on Thursday.
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Technology
US Treasury rolls out Trump Accounts app nationwide
The U.S.
May 28, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Russia says US missiles in Japan for drills would threaten Russia
Russia's foreign ministry said on Thursday that allowing U.S. missile systems to be deployed on Japanese territory as part of military drills would threaten the security of
May 28, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Rome Pride bars Jewish LGBT group from parade over Gaza stance
Rome Pride has barred Italy's only Jewish LGBT group from joining its annual parade, saying Keshet Italia had failed to clearly condemn Israel's actions in Gaza as genocide,
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Pakistan Foreign Minister Dar to visit Washington on Friday, meet Rubio
Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will visit Washington on Friday where he will meet with U.S.
May 28, 2026
Education|Political|Science|Technology|World
Spurning just war, Pope Leo ends Catholic 'permission slip' for conflicts
Pope Leo this week repudiated a major teaching used by the Catholic Church since at least the fifth century to evaluate when countries might be
May 28, 2026
Political
El-Sayed goes on offense as Michigan Democrats clash in Senate debate
Michigan Democrats have turned their first statewide televised Senate debate into a fiery clash, exposing the party’s deep divide over how to rebuild after its 2024 losses
May 28, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
Supreme Court rules for Black death row inmate from Mississippi over racial bias in makeup of jury
The Supreme Court has ruled for a Black death row inmate from Mississippi who claims there was racial bias in the makeup of the jury that convicted him
May 28, 2026
Political|World
Former Yemen president Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi dies at 80
Yemen's ex-President Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi has died at 80
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US
US regulator tries to withdraw penalty against Trump donors’ crypto company
US regulator tries to withdraw penalty against Trump donors’ crypto company
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US removing 76 names from sanctions blacklist in move meant to strengthen program
The U.S.
May 28, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Latvia parliament approves new government after drone dispute topples coalition
NATO and EU member Latvia's parliament on Thursday approved the formation of a new government, making centre-right opposition lawmaker
May 28, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
EU sanctions Israeli settlers, expands sanctions to Hamas' Politburo members
The EU Council on Thursday imposed sanctions on four entities and three individuals for abuses against Palestinians in West Bank, it said in a statement.
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Brazil's central bank will not let higher inflation expectations take hold, says director
Brazil's central bank will not allow higher inflation expectations to translate into actual inflation, monetary policy director Nilton David said on
May 28, 2026
Business|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World
Italy court extends widow pension rights to same-sex couples married abroad
Italy's Constitutional Court said on Thursday that widow pension rights apply to same-sex couples who married abroad before civil partnerships were legalised in the country,
May 28, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Bank of Canada says financial system is solid, but vulnerabilities have grown
The Canadian financial system is in good shape but vulnerabilities are growing amid a highly volatile economic and geopolitical
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
UN chief eyes leadership cuts as part of reform push
The United Nations aims to reduce and abolish senior leadership positions over the next two years as part of its reforms, its Secretary-General said on
May 28, 2026
Health|Political|World
Palestinians mourn 10 killed in Eid strikes as Netanyahu vows wider control of the strip
Dozens of Palestinians in Gaza City gathered for funeral prayers for 10 people killed in Israeli strikes
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World
Wall St muted as investors asses inflation data, Mideast peace prospects
Wall Street's main indexes opened flat on Thursday as investors processed key inflation data, while intensifying tensions between the U.S. and Iran kept optimism surrounding a peace
May 28, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries
The Trump administration's review of Mexico's 53 U.S. consulates has stoked worries among Mexicans in the U.S. that some could be shuttered, making it harder for them to access important services
May 28, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Netanyahu says he directed Israeli military to take over 70% of Gaza
Netanyahu says he directed Israeli military to take over 70% of Gaza
May 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|US
SDPOA demands immediate action on patrol staffing shortages after deadly Islamic Center attack
SDPOA demands immediate action on patrol staffing shortages after deadly Islamic Center attack
May 28, 2026
Asia|Political|Travel|World
Myanmar president to embark on first India visit since taking over
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing will embark on an official visit to India from May 30 to June 3, India's
May 28, 2026
Political|US|World
US-Iran MOU on 60-day ceasefire extension reached, but Trump must approve, sources say
The U.S. and Iran have reached an agreement on a memorandum of understanding to extend their ceasefire
May 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Political|World
Colombia presidential candidate De La Espriella proposes mega-prisons, crime crackdown
Abelardo De La Espriella, a lawyer and businessman with no political experience, is seeking to become Colombia's next president on Sunday, challenging
May 28, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
UK's Starmer defends his government against Blair criticism
Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended his government on Thursday against criticism from Labour's longest-serving premier, Tony Blair, saying his ministers had adopted the
May 28, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World
Mexican Congress backs amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference
Mexico's Congress on Thursday approved a constitutional amendment that would allow for elections to be annulled if evidence of foreign interference was found, a move
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
Trump admin planning to potentially put president’s image on commemorative $250 bill
Trump admin planning to potentially put president’s image on commemorative $250 bill
May 29, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World
The police chief’s sudden resignation puts Minneapolis back in tumult after years of crises
In a city that has staggered from crisis to crisis in recent years, the sudden resignation of police Chief Brian O’Hara is again leaving Minneapolis looking for a way forward
May 28, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US
Treasury Department confirms it has taken limited steps toward a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump
A U.S. Treasury Department spokesperson confirms the agency is taking steps toward creating a $250 bill featuring President Donald Trump
May 28, 2026
Europe|Political|World
US should send Ukraine more air defence missiles, congressmen say
The U.S. government should respond positively to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's request for more air defence missiles to shield Ukraine's capital from a threatened escalation
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Iceland's parliament votes to hold referendum on EU accession talks in August
Iceland's parliament on Thursday voted in favour of holding an August 29 referendum to begin European Union accession talks, supporting the government's two-step plan
May 29, 2026
Business|Political|Sports|Technology|World
US bars drone flights over sites of World Cup matches
The U.S.
May 28, 2026
Asia|Europe|Political|World
Japan dismisses 'ridiculous' Russian criticism of military buildup
Japan's U.N. ambassador on Thursday dismissed as "ridiculous" Russia's criticism of its military buildup at a time when Moscow was continuing its war against Ukraine in violation of
May 28, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Hungarian PM Magyar says deal on EU funds close
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar on Thursday said a deal on releasing frozen European Union funds was "very close" as there is agreement with Brussels on many issues,
May 28, 2026
Americas|Arts|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Political|Sports
Look of the Week: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrates Eid in an Arsenal-themed outfit
Look of the Week: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrates Eid in an Arsenal-themed outfit
May 29, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Russia's foreign spy chief accuses NATO of preparing for 'large-scale conflict in the east'
Sergei Naryshkin, head of Russia's SVR foreign intelligence service, on Thursday accused the NATO military alliance of making practical preparations for what he called a "
May 28, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Israeli military strikes southern suburb of Beirut before crucial Lebanon-Israel talks in Washington
Israel's military says that the air force has carried out an airstrike on a southern suburb of Lebanon's capital
May 28, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
A Chinese dissident is in South Korean custody after a perilous escape by rubber boat
A Chinese human rights activist is in South Korean custody after a perilous escape from his country by a rubber boat
May 28, 2026
Political
Republicans are poised to finish this year’s redistricting war 10 seats ahead of Democrats
Republicans are poised to finish this year’s redistricting war 10 seats ahead of Democrats
May 28, 2026
Europe|Political|World
France’s parliament votes to repeal slavery-era Black Code, with tears and history in the chamber
French lawmakers have voted to repeal a 17th-century law that governed enslaved people in France's colonies
May 28, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
South African impeachment committee to hold first meeting on president's scandal
South Africa's parliament has scheduled for Monday the first meeting of an impeachment committee that will probe allegations
May 28, 2026
Election|Political|US|World
US judge won't block Trump's mail-in voting executive order for now
A U.S. judge on Thursday declined to immediately block President Donald Trump's executive order tightening rules on mail-in voting, but left the door open for the
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record closing highs as US and Iran agree to extend ceasefire
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq posted record closing highs on Thursday after news reports said the U.S. and Iran had reached a
May 28, 2026
Business|Europe|Political|World
Norway to join France's nuclear deterrence initiative, leaders say
(Corrects May 27 story headline and first paragraph to make clear Norway is to join France's nuclear deterrence initiative and not France's nuclear umbrella; edits paragraphs 9-10 to explain French
May 28, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Guatemala outlines deal for US aid against drug trafficking
Guatemala has requested U.S. military cooperation spanning access to equipment, training, and experts to assist Guatemalan operations against drug
May 28, 2026
Business|Europe|Finance|Political|World
German-Netherlands Corps to take NATO command role in Estonia, Latvia
NATO will strengthen the defence of its eastern flank by tasking the German-Netherlands Corps with the command of allied troops in Estonia and Latvia in
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine to buy 20 new Gripen jets, Sweden to donate older jets sooner
Ukraine will buy 20 new Gripen fighter jets and Sweden will donate 16 of an older model next year, Ukraine's President Volodymyr
May 28, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Ukraine ratifies €90 billion EU loan to boost spending on defence
Ukraine's parliament ratified a loan agreement with the European Union on Thursday, paving the way for €90 billion in financing and allowing the government to
May 28, 2026
Political|Science|Technology|World
US-China conflict over Taiwan risks a nuclear escalation, study finds
A conflict between the U.S. and China over Taiwan would risk a nuclear escalation with both militaries likely to stage sweeping
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Taiwan says US has no timetable for chip tariffs, preferential terms already agreed
The U.S. has no timetable for levying Section 232 tariffs on semiconductors but preferential terms have already been agreed under a January trade deal, Taiwan Vice Premier
May 28, 2026
Political
California Democrats shrug at their choices in packed race to replace Newsom
The crowded race for California governor still has no clear front-runner with only days left for voters to decide which two candidates to advance to the general election in November
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Japan eyes 'bridging bonds' to fund investment schemes, party draft shows
Japan's ruling party will propose issuing "bridging bonds" to fund flagship programmes aimed at boosting growth and economic security, a
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World
The US-Iran ceasefire is unravelling
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Stocks tumbled in Asia, oil surged and the dollar gained strength as the U.S. and Iran renewed attacks on each other
May 28, 2026
Asia|Crime|Political|World
Thai court acquits opposition politician accused of royal insult
A Thai criminal court has acquitted a prominent Thai opposition political figure charged with cybercrimes and insulting the royal family during a 2021 Facebook livestream,
May 28, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|World
Plans for the Gaza International Stabilization Force are in question as troop pledges stall
An international stabilization force promised for Gaza has yet to materialize three months after it was announced at an event hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump
May 28, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Stop AAPI Hate launches a nonprofit to mobilize voters before midterms
Stop AAPI Hate is an organization that rose to national prominence for its meticulous reports on anti-Asian hate incidents at the height of the pandemic
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Brazil is set to join other Latin American countries with a 40-hour, 5-day workweek
Brazil was set to join other Latin American countries that have shortened working hours as the lower house approved a constitutional amendment establishing a 40-hour, five-day workweek
May 28, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
DOJ launches criminal probe into E. Jean Carroll, source says
The Justice Department has launched a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, the writer who accused U.S.
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
Panama passes law imposing stricter requirements on multinational firms
Panama's National Assembly approved a law that
May 28, 2026
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World
Chief Megaron vows to take the legacy of Brazil's indigenous leader Raoni forward
Chief Megaron Txucarramae, a 75-year-old leader of Brazil’s Indigenous Kayapo people, has spent decades defending
May 28, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
US military strikes another alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2
The U.S. military has struck another vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two men
May 28, 2026
Crime|Election|Political|US
Newsom seeks to shield California elections from federal interference before Tuesday primary
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation that aims to shield California elections from federal interference ahead of the state's primary next week
May 28, 2026
Australia|Economy|Finance|Political
Australia introduces bill to overhaul property tax breaks, capital gains rule
Australia's government introduced a bill in parliament on Thursday to make the biggest overhaul of tax rules in decades, including scrapping a capital gains
May 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Five ways Paxton's big win in Texas could backfire on Trump
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton decisively defeated longtime Senator John Cornyn in Tuesday's Republican runoff for U.S.
May 28, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
US strikes Iran again, official says, after Trump denies deal on Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military carried out new strikes targeting an Iranian drone operation that posed a threat to U.S. forces
May 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World
US Treasury sanctions Iran's Hormuz strait authority
The United States has sanctioned the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, the body Iran has set up to manage the Strait of Hormuz, the Treasury Department said on Wednesday.
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
US imposes sanctions on Iranian agency trying to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz
The Trump administration has placed additional sanctions on Iran as part of a sprawling economic pressure campaign during the war, this time targeting the country’s newly created agency that is trying to control shipping through the Strait of Hormuz
May 28, 2026
Business|Political|Technology|World
Carney says Canada will buy European surveillance planes over two American options
Canada plans to buy early warning radar planes from Sweden’s Saab and Canada’s Bombardier, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Wednesday
May 27, 2026
Americas|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Trump administration tells prosecutors to stand down on Venezuela leader, sources say
The Trump administration has quietly instructed federal prosecutors in Miami to avoid pursuing criminal investigations into Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez, a longtime target of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
May 28, 2026
Entertainment|Health|Political|US
Jill Biden reignites the Democrats’ age argument by questioning if Joe Biden had a stroke during 2024 debate
Jill Biden reignites the Democrats’ age argument by questioning if Joe Biden had a stroke during 2024 debate
May 28, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World
California to impose 100% tax on Trump's January 6 'slush fund,' governor says
California will impose a 100% tax on payments distributed under the Trump administration's nearly $1.8 billion fund for victims of alleged political "weaponization,"
May 28, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
Trump says he can outwait Iran, dismisses midterm election pressure
U.S.
May 28, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World
US puts UN expert Albanese back on list of sanctioned individuals, Treasury website shows
The United States has re-added Francesca Albanese, a U.N. expert on the Palestinian territories, to a list of sanctioned individuals, according to a notice posted to the U.S.
May 28, 2026
Crime|Election|Political|US|World
Brazil presidential hopeful Bolsonaro adds Rubio, Vance talks to Washington trail
Brazilian Senator and presidential contender Flavio Bolsonaro said he met with U.S.
May 28, 2026
Economy|Political|World
What’s in the proposed deal that could end the US-Iran conflict?
What’s in the proposed deal that could end the US-Iran conflict?
May 24, 2026
Arts|Crime|Political|US
Exclusive: Justice Department launches a criminal investigation into Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll
Exclusive: Justice Department launches a criminal investigation into Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|Science|US|World
Fair housing groups file lawsuit arguing a federal rule change removes protections
Fair housing groups have filed a lawsuit over a rule change by the Trump administration that they allege reverses decades of lending protections and opens the door to discrimination against Black people, Latinos and other minorities
May 28, 2026
Business|Education|Political|Sports
Key Sens. Cruz, Cantwell look to break college sports logjam in Congress with a bipartisan bill
The senators trying to fix college sports will introduce a bipartisan bill designed to break a congressional logjam that would regulate payments to players, limit them to one “free” transfer over their careers and create a “Lane Kiffin Rule” to restrict coach movement during the season
May 27, 2026
Election|Health|Political|US
Jill Biden says she feared Joe Biden was having a stroke during disastrous 2024 debate
Former first lady Jill Biden feared her husband was having a stroke as she watched him stumble through his disastrous June 2024 debate performance
May 28, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Palestinians mourn slain Hamas militant chief as Israel escalates Gaza attacks
Dozens of Palestinians carried the body of Hamas' armed wing chief through the streets of Gaza City in a
May 28, 2026
Crime|Finance|Political|US|World
Congress members say conditions dire at NJ detention center facing protests, reported hunger strike
Democratic members of Congress are describing dire conditions within a federal immigration detention center in New Jersey where protesters have been demonstrating and asserting that detainees inside are on a hunger strike
May 28, 2026
Entertainment|Political|Sports
Trump says he has been invited to watch the Knicks play in the NBA Finals
President Donald Trump says he plans to take in an NBA Finals game in New York when the series comes to Madison Square Garden next month
May 28, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Israel's military tells residents across southern Lebanon to leave as it fights Hezbollah
The Israeli military has told residents across southern Lebanon to leave as it expands its operations there
May 27, 2026
Crime|MidEast|Political|World
Hamas confirms that Israeli airstrikes killed its new military leader in Gaza City
Hamas is confirming that Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City killed the new leader of Hamas' military wing
May 27, 2026
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Alabama asks Supreme Court to allow use of congressional map helping GOP, despite racial bias ruling
Alabama is asking the Supreme Court to allow it to use a congressional map favoring Republicans in this year’s elections, despite a lower court's ruling the map intentionally discriminates against Black people
May 27, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World
The Latest: Trump convened his Cabinet as talks to end Iran war remain in flux
President Donald Trump convened his Cabinet on Wednesday at a precarious moment for talks aimed at ending the Iran war, saying “things are going very well” days after insisting a settlement was “largely negotiated.”
May 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World
Zelenskyy asks Trump for more US air defense help against Russian missile attacks, Kyiv says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has written to U.S. President Donald Trump and Congress asking for more air defense ammunition
May 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World
EU's von der Leyen discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with Zelenskiy
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday she had discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
May 28, 2026
Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World
Construction of cage-fighting arena transforms White House grounds
A hulking metal arena is rising on the White House's South Lawn as U.S.
May 28, 2026
Business|Political|World
Trump says US not satisfied yet on deal with Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that he was not yet satisfied on a deal with Iran, adding that the U.S. was not discussing easing sanctions on the country.
May 27, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovations
President Donald Trump took on the role of a small town mayor during his latest Cabinet meeting, spending 10 full minutes describing in great detail the various beautification projects underway around Washington, D.C. He highlighted efforts to fix fountains, power-wash pools and repair brick walkways
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
US, Mexico set three rounds of trade deal talks without Canada
The Trump administration's trade agency said on Wednesday it will kick off the first of three negotiating rounds with Mexico this week to revamp the
May 27, 2026
Africa|Economy|Political|Travel|World
Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa after anti-immigrant protests
Almost 300 Ghanaian nationals returned home on Wednesday after waves of anti-immigrant protests in South Africa heightened safety concerns.
May 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
New Zealand plans austere budget in election year as Iran war fans economic risks
Less than six months out from what's shaping up to be a closely fought election, New Zealand will unveil a bare-bones budget on Thursday, one forged in
May 28, 2026
Business|Finance|Political|US|World
Russia says US did not grant visa for official to attend UN meeting
Russia's U.N. ambassador said on Tuesday that the United States did not grant a visa for Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Alimov to
May 26, 2026
Business|Political|Technology|World
Canada to buy Swedish early warning planes rather than US model
Canada, which says it wants to reduce reliance on U.S. defense firms, on Wednesday announced plans to buy a fleet of early warning planes
May 27, 2026
Health|MidEast|Political|World
Israel declares new swathe of Lebanon 'a combat zone,' warns residents to leave
Israel's military on Wednesday declared a new swathe of southern Lebanon as a combat zone and said residents in the area should move north, warning it would act "with great
May 28, 2026
Economy|Political|US|World
Fact check: Trump makes false claims about Iran war, the economy and the reflecting pool at Cabinet meeting
Fact check: Trump makes false claims about Iran war, the economy and the reflecting pool at Cabinet meeting
May 28, 2026
Health|Political|World
Trump will send Americans exposed to Ebola while abroad to a new facility in Kenya
A Trump administration official says the administration will send Americans who are exposed to Ebola while abroad to a new facility in Kenya instead of flying them to the United States
May 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Science|Technology
Iowa law funds pediatric cancer research through vape tax
Iowa law funds pediatric cancer research through vape tax
May 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political|US
Rep. Mike Flood holds town hall amid voter focus on affordability, Iran war
Rep. Mike Flood holds town hall amid voter focus on affordability, Iran war
May 28, 2026
Crime|Political|World
Northern Ireland's former unionist leader faces trial in sexual abuse case involving 2 girls
The former leader of Northern Ireland’s Democratic Unionist Party is on trial for allegedly sexually abusing two girls
May 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Political|World
Peru presidential candidates' mining plans cast doubt on investment, industry leader says
The president of Peru's National Society of Mining, Petroleum and Energy (SNMPE) on Tuesday warned that opposing mining policies from the two presidential
May 27, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political
Trial of Northern Ireland's Donaldson for alleged sex offences begins
The prosecution began its case against former Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson on historical sex offence charges on
May 27, 2026
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World
UK's ex-PM Blair calls on Labour to focus on policy, not personality
Tony Blair, who led Labour to victory in three UK elections, called on the party on Tuesday to shun the temptation to move left or reverse Brexit to shore up its fortunes,
May 27, 2026
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|US|World
Zelenskiy asks Trump for air defence as Russia escalates strike threats
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged U.S.
May 27, 2026
Americas|Crime|Political|World
Residents of Haiti's Cite Soleil demand protection after gang violence displaces hundreds
Residents of Port-au-Prince’s Cite Soleil district have staged a protest to seek the protection of local authorities after gang violence forced hundreds of people to flee their homes over the weekend
May 13, 2026
Economy|Political|Technology|World
Iranians are back online after a monthslong shutdown but still face heavy restrictions
Iranians have begun to regain internet access after authorities ended a monthslong shutdown
May 27, 2026