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US State Department expands visa restriction policy in Western Hemisphere

The U.S. State Department said on Thursday it was expanding its visa restriction policy in the Western Hemisphere region and imposed restrictions on 26 individuals.

US State Department expands visa restriction policy in Western Hemisphere
MidEast|Political|World

Hezbollah says ceasefire must not allow Israel freedom of movement in Lebanon

Hezbollah said on Thursday that the presence of Israeli troops on Lebanese territory would grant Lebanon and its people "the right to resist," adding in its first comment

Hezbollah says ceasefire must not allow Israel freedom of movement in Lebanon
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World

FBI under Trump ramps up probe of ex-CIA chief Brennan over Russia report, sources say

The FBI plans to question roughly a half-dozen witnesses in its criminal inquiry into ex-CIA Director John Brennan over a U.S.

FBI under Trump ramps up probe of ex-CIA chief Brennan over Russia report, sources say
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU's Von der Leyen: welcomes the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed on Thursday a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, announced by U.S.

EU's Von der Leyen: welcomes the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin acknowledges criticism after blogger warns Putin 'squeezed' Russians could erupt

The Kremlin took the unusual step of publicly acknowledging sharp criticism of the authorities from a celebrity blogger on Thursday,

Kremlin acknowledges criticism after blogger warns Putin 'squeezed' Russians could erupt
Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

Bank of England says it is testing AI risks to financial system

The Bank of England is testing the risks to the financial system caused by AI by conducting scenario analysis and simulations, the central bank said in a letter published by

Bank of England says it is testing AI risks to financial system
Crime|Political|World

Police investigate bomb threat at Chicago-area home of Pope Leo's brother

Police on Thursday were investigating a bomb threat made to the Chicago-area home of Pope Leo's brother John Prevost after a search found no explosives or hazardous materials.

Police investigate bomb threat at Chicago-area home of Pope Leo's brother
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Codelco, Anglo pursue twin environmental approvals for shared Chile copper pit

Chilean copper producer Codelco and global miner Anglo American plan to submit separate environmental studies to regulators for their planned shared

Codelco, Anglo pursue twin environmental approvals for shared Chile copper pit
Political|US|World

Latest bid to rein in Trump's Iran war powers fails in US House

The U.S.

Latest bid to rein in Trump's Iran war powers fails in US House
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Lufthansa grounds planes, Nigerian carriers threaten to stop flying as Iran war strains show

Governments and airlines are sounding increasingly urgent alarms about diminishing jet fuel

Lufthansa grounds planes, Nigerian carriers threaten to stop flying as Iran war strains show
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump tries economic reset as Republicans fret over high gas prices

U.S.

Trump tries economic reset as Republicans fret over high gas prices
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

World Bank plans up to $2 billion guarantee to help Argentina refinance debt

The World Bank Group said on Thursday it is working on a guarantee of up to $2 billion to help refinance “a relevant portion of Argentina’s debt.”

World Bank plans up to $2 billion guarantee to help Argentina refinance debt
Arts|Business|Environment|Political|US|World

Judge faults Trump for 'brazen' bid to continue ballroom construction

A federal judge on Thursday again ruled that U.S.

Judge faults Trump for 'brazen' bid to continue ballroom construction
Europe|Political|World

Ten-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire may be extended by mutual agreement, US says

Israel and Lebanon will implement a 10-day ceasefire beginning 5 pm EST (2100 GMT) on Thursday to enable negotiations toward a permanent security and peace agreement, the U.S.

Ten-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire may be extended by mutual agreement, US says
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Chile carries out first deportation flight as part of new migration plan

The government of Chile's new President Jose Antonio Kast carried out its first deportation flight on Thursday, authorities said, fulfilling a campaign pledge to tighten

Chile carries out first deportation flight as part of new migration plan
Political|World

Trump says he may go to Islamabad if Iran deal reached

U.S.

Trump says he may go to Islamabad if Iran deal reached
Americas|Political|US|World

US House votes to defy Trump, extend Haitians' temporary protections

The U.S.

US House votes to defy Trump, extend Haitians' temporary protections
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stock market bulls see signs rally could endure after S&P 500 back at highs 

U.S. stocks have rebounded to record highs after the Iran war-driven selloff and there are signs under the market's surface that suggest the rally

Stock market bulls see signs rally could endure after S&P 500 back at highs 
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US imposes sanctions on Nicaraguan officials linked to gold sector

The U.S.

US imposes sanctions on Nicaraguan officials linked to gold sector
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US Senate narrowly overturns Minnesota mining ban, sending bill to Trump

The U.S.

US Senate narrowly overturns Minnesota mining ban, sending bill to Trump
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says Lebanon-Israel leaders could meet at White House

President Donald Trump said on Thursday after announcing a 10-day Lebanon-Israel ceasefire that leaders of the two countries could meet at the White House over the

Trump says Lebanon-Israel leaders could meet at White House
Political|US|World

Trump says he is not sure ceasefire with Iran needs to be extended

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said he was not sure that the ceasefire with Iran needs to be extended.

Trump says he is not sure ceasefire with Iran needs to be extended
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq edge up to new records with Middle East hopes in focus

The benchmark S&P 500 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq rose modestly to record closing highs for a second straight day on Thursday on optimism that the

S&P 500, Nasdaq edge up to new records with Middle East hopes in focus
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says it is important for Pope to understand Iran is a global threat

U.S.

Trump says it is important for Pope to understand Iran is a global threat
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|World

US law enforcement raids offices of Houston fuel trader Ikon Midstream

U.S. authorities have raided the offices of Ikon Midstream, a Houston fuel trader whose diesel

US law enforcement raids offices of Houston fuel trader Ikon Midstream
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Bulgaria's caretaker PM says elections will be cleanest in years

Bulgaria's caretaker prime minister said elections this month will be among the country's cleanest in years after his government launched efforts to tackle widespread

Bulgaria's caretaker PM says elections will be cleanest in years
Africa|Economy|Health|World

With US aid slashed, Nigerian HIV volunteers went door‑to‑door to keep patients alive

(Afrocab corrects total number of patients returned to treatment to 3,356 from around 1,000 in paragraph 17. Figure includes 1,095 patients aged under 24 years.)

With US aid slashed, Nigerian HIV volunteers went door‑to‑door to keep patients alive
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|World

Trump rails against court decision that once again stalls his White House ballroom project

President Donald Trump has railed against a federal judge’s decision that continues to block above-ground construction of a $400 million White House ballroom

Trump rails against court decision that once again stalls his White House ballroom project
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks hit record following Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, oil rallies

Global stocks rallied to a fresh record on Thursday as the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon boosted sentiment,

Stocks hit record following Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, oil rallies
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

France tells US NATO serves Euro-Atlantic security, not Hormuz offensive missions

France hit back on Wednesday at threats by President Donald Trump to pull the U.S. out of NATO, saying the military alliance was designed to ensure security in

France tells US NATO serves Euro-Atlantic security, not Hormuz offensive missions
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump admin presents new plan to slash two thirds of consumer watchdog workforce

President Donald Trump's administration has developed a fresh plan to slash the workforce at the U.S.

Trump admin presents new plan to slash two thirds of consumer watchdog workforce
Business|Economy|US|World

US business inventories unexpectedly fall in January

U.S. business inventories unexpectedly fell in January amid a large decline in stocks at wholesalers, suggesting inventory investment could weigh on economic growth in

US business inventories unexpectedly fall in January
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Huawei posts 2.2% growth in annual revenue

China's Huawei Technologies reported on Tuesday 2.2% growth in 2025 revenue, as its core businesses of infrastructure network and consumer

Huawei posts 2.2% growth in annual revenue
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Russian oil tanker begins discharging cargo in Cuba's Matanzas terminal

A Russian-flagged tanker carrying some 700,000 barrels of crude docked in Cuba's Matanzas oil terminal on Tuesday, shipping data showed, marking

Russian oil tanker begins discharging cargo in Cuba's Matanzas terminal
Science|Technology|World

How NASA's Artemis II moon mission will unfold

NASA's Artemis II mission, which launched on Wednesday, is expected to last about 10 days, sending four astronauts on a high-speed journey around the moon and back in the first

How NASA's Artemis II moon mission will unfold
World

At least seven killed in Israeli strikes in Beirut area, Lebanon says

At least seven people were killed and 24 wounded in two Israeli strikes in the Beirut area, the Lebanese health ministry said on Wednesday, in attacks that hit vehicles in

At least seven killed in Israeli strikes in Beirut area, Lebanon says
Business|Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

France suspects link to pro-Iranian group in foiled BofA Paris plot

France suspects a pro-Iranian group known as HAYI to be behind a foiled attack on Bank of America's Paris offices, its anti-terrorism

France suspects link to pro-Iranian group in foiled BofA Paris plot
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US manufacturing sector grows in March; supplier delivery performance deteriorates

U.S. manufacturing activity picked up in March, though a measure of prices paid by factories for inputs jumped to the highest level in nearly four years and suppliers

US manufacturing sector grows in March; supplier delivery performance deteriorates
Asia|World

Pakistan, Afghanistan open fresh talks in China to end conflict, say sources

Afghanistan and Pakistan have opened a new round of talks in China to end the deadliest fighting between two Muslim

Pakistan, Afghanistan open fresh talks in China to end conflict, say sources
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Police investigate Islamophobic chants during Spain-Egypt match

Spanish police launched an investigation on Wednesday into Islamophobic and xenophobic chants during Tuesday's friendly against Egypt which also drew

Soccer-Police investigate Islamophobic chants during Spain-Egypt match
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Hospitals overwhelmed and communities destroyed: Lebanon reels from Israel’s unprecedented attacks

Hospitals overwhelmed and communities destroyed: Lebanon reels from Israel’s unprecedented attacks

Hospitals overwhelmed and communities destroyed: Lebanon reels from Israel’s unprecedented attacks
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Shell in advanced talks with Venezuela for more gas areas, sources say

Shell is in advanced talks with Venezuela's government to develop four large areas near Trinidad and Tobago, in two of the South

Shell in advanced talks with Venezuela for more gas areas, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Insider trading in prediction markets is among CFTC priorities, top cop says

The U.S.

Insider trading in prediction markets is among CFTC priorities, top cop says
Political|US|World

US Vice President Vance spoke to intermediaries about Iran conflict as recently as Tuesday, source says

U.S.

US Vice President Vance spoke to intermediaries about Iran conflict as recently as Tuesday, source says
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Christians in Lebanon's south fear expanding war will reach their towns

Thousands of Christians still living in a cluster of towns along Lebanon's southern border say they are trapped and terrified after an Israeli

Christians in Lebanon's south fear expanding war will reach their towns
Business|Crime|Political|Travel|World

Russia warns citizens not to travel to states that have extradition treaties with US

Russia warned its citizens on Wednesday not to travel to countries that have extradition treaties with the United States.

Russia warns citizens not to travel to states that have extradition treaties with US
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU seeks lifting of Greek lawmakers' immunity over farm aid fraud

The European Chief Prosecutor on Wednesday asked Greece to lift the immunity of 11 lawmakers to allow an investigation into their role in a farm aid fraud scandal which has

EU seeks lifting of Greek lawmakers' immunity over farm aid fraud
Business|Economy|Environment|World

US Gulf Coast tanker market tightens as Asia seeks to replace lost supply

Oil tanker availability along the U.S.

US Gulf Coast tanker market tightens as Asia seeks to replace lost supply
Technology|World

Switzerland says cancelling U.S. Patriot missile system order an option

The Swiss government will continue to withhold payments to the United States for a Patriot missile system order until Washington provides binding delivery dates, adding

Switzerland says cancelling U.S. Patriot missile system order an option
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says Iran has asked for a ceasefire, US wants to see Hormuz open first

Iran has asked the United States for a ceasefire, President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post on Wednesday, adding Washington would consider this once the Strait

Trump says Iran has asked for a ceasefire, US wants to see Hormuz open first
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Cleveland Fed data shows war impacting headline inflation data

By Michael S.

Cleveland Fed data shows war impacting headline inflation data
Health|World

Babies evacuated from Gaza two years ago returned to their overjoyed parents

They've never known their parents, and they've never known Gaza, born prematurely two years ago and evacuated to

Babies evacuated from Gaza two years ago returned to their overjoyed parents
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US farmers to plant less corn as Iran war spikes fertilizer prices

U.S. farmers plan to plant less corn and more soybeans in 2026 than last year, the U.S.

US farmers to plant less corn as Iran war spikes fertilizer prices
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Tesla March car registrations soar in key European markets, showing changing trend

New registrations of Tesla cars tripled in France during March to just shy of a two-year-old record high, and more than

Tesla March car registrations soar in key European markets, showing changing trend
Europe|Technology|World

Italian bill proposes curbs on social media addiction

Italian senators on Wednesday presented a draft law to tackle social media addiction that seeks to increase the responsibility of online platforms for the way content is

Italian bill proposes curbs on social media addiction
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

US to leave Iran 'pretty quickly' and return if needed, Trump tells Reuters

The United States will be "out of Iran pretty quickly" and could return for "spot hits" if needed, President Donald Trump told Reuters on Wednesday,

US to leave Iran 'pretty quickly' and return if needed, Trump tells Reuters
Crime|Political|US|World

County prosecutor charges ICE agent with assault for pointing gun at people on Minneapolis highway

Minnesota prosecutors have charged an ICE agent with assault for pointing his gun at the occupants of a car on a Minneapolis highway

County prosecutor charges ICE agent with assault for pointing gun at people on Minneapolis highway
Africa|Crime|World

Burundi says 13 killed in explosion at military ammunition depot

Thirteen people were killed and 57 injured when ammunition exploded due to an electrical short circuit on a Burundian military base on Tuesday

Burundi says 13 killed in explosion at military ammunition depot
Europe|Sports|World

Aston Villa routs Bologna to set up all-English Europa League semifinal against Nottingham Forest

Aston Villa has advanced to the Europa League semifinals by beating Bologna 4-0

Aston Villa routs Bologna to set up all-English Europa League semifinal against Nottingham Forest
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US financial advisors brace for growing array of risks in second quarter

Investment advisors say a buildup of problems is weighing on clients, who are entering the second quarter of the year struggling with

US financial advisors brace for growing array of risks in second quarter
Economy|Environment|Finance|World

IEA, IMF and World Bank to coordinate response to Middle East war's impact

The heads of the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, and World Bank on Wednesday said they will form a coordination group

IEA, IMF and World Bank to coordinate response to Middle East war's impact
MidEast|Political|World

Iranian president says in letter that Iran harbors no enmity towards ordinary Americans

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said in a letter addressed to the American people that his country harbors no enmity towards ordinary Americans, Press TV reported on Wednesday.

Iranian president says in letter that Iran harbors no enmity towards ordinary Americans
Business|Economy|World

Fed's Musalem sees no imminent need to change monetary policy stance

St.

Fed's Musalem sees no imminent need to change monetary policy stance
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US mortgage rates jump to 6.57%, highest since August, MBA says

The interest rate on the most popular U.S. home loan jumped last week to its highest level since August, as rising oil prices fueled inflation fears and drove up

US mortgage rates jump to 6.57%, highest since August, MBA says
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French navy chief says China will have to engage more in Strait of Hormuz discussion

China will at one point have to engage more directly on how to restore oil traffic flows in the Strait of Hormuz because the number of vessels it has going through is

French navy chief says China will have to engage more in Strait of Hormuz discussion
Political|US|World

In historic first, Trump attends Supreme Court arguments

President Donald Trump made a historic visit to the U.S.

In historic first, Trump attends Supreme Court arguments
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Bank of Canada says it will rely on judgment more than usual for rate decisions

The Bank of Canada's governing council has agreed it will have to rely on its own judgment more than usual on rate decisions, given

Bank of Canada says it will rely on judgment more than usual for rate decisions
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US retail sales strong in February; rising gasoline prices will hurt spending

U.S. retail sales increased by the most in seven months in February as motor vehicle purchases rebounded and temperatures warmed up, but surging

US retail sales strong in February; rising gasoline prices will hurt spending
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Europe's STOXX 600 jumps over 2% on Middle East de-escalation hopes

European stocks extended their rally on Wednesday, with the STOXX 600 notching its biggest three-day advance in nearly a year after

Europe's STOXX 600 jumps over 2% on Middle East de-escalation hopes
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Major cases involving Trump at the US Supreme Court

The U.S.

Major cases involving Trump at the US Supreme Court
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Automakers plan billions in US investments but seek clear trade rules

Global automakers plan billions of dollars in new U.S. investments to boost production and avoid President Donald Trump's tariffs, but

Automakers plan billions in US investments but seek clear trade rules
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: April fool of hope

Stocks rose on Wednesday and oil and the dollar fell on continued optimism that de-escalation in the Middle East is imminent. U.S.

Trading Day: April fool of hope
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

World shares rally, oil prices fall on war de-escalation hopes

Global stocks rallied and oil futures retreated on Wednesday on hopes of a de-escalation in the Iran war.

World shares rally, oil prices fall on war de-escalation hopes
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

US trade panel to probe Roku, Hisense streaming and display imports for patent violations

The U.S.

US trade panel to probe Roku, Hisense streaming and display imports for patent violations
World

Zelenskiy says US talks "positive," Russian response to truce offer was strikes

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy criticised Russia for answering his offer of an Easter truce with airstrikes on Wednesday but he praised as "positive" fresh

Zelenskiy says US talks "positive," Russian response to truce offer was strikes
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Oil slides after Trump says US will end its war on Iran soon

Oil prices settled lower on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said that the U.S. would end its war on Iran fairly soon.

Oil slides after Trump says US will end its war on Iran soon
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|World

Nike's turnaround put to test as Middle East conflict poses new risks

Nike's months-long turnaround under CEO Elliott Hill faces fresh pressure as the Middle East conflict adds to the sportswear maker's

Nike's turnaround put to test as Middle East conflict poses new risks
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump threatens NATO exit, scaling up tensions with allies

Tensions between the United States and NATO allies flared up as President Donald Trump said he was considering pulling the U.S.

Trump threatens NATO exit, scaling up tensions with allies
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|World

Death of near-blind refugee in New York ruled a homicide

Local officials in upstate New York on Wednesday ruled the death of a nearly blind refugee from Myanmar as a homicide, after he had gone missing for several days

Death of near-blind refugee in New York ruled a homicide
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Venezuela's Rodriguez readies Citgo board takeover, sources say

Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez's administration is getting ready to take over the boards of state oil firm

Venezuela's Rodriguez readies Citgo board takeover, sources say
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Trump administration cannot alter homelessness funding conditions, US court rules

A federal appeals court on Wednesday refused to allow the Trump administration to impose new restrictions on billions of dollars in grant funding used to

Trump administration cannot alter homelessness funding conditions, US court rules
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Bahrain's Hormuz resolution runs into fresh obstacles at UN

Bahrain's effort to secure a U.N. resolution to authorise "all necessary means" to protect commercial shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz

Bahrain's Hormuz resolution runs into fresh obstacles at UN
Crime|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Russia says its troops have taken full control of Luhansk region in eastern Ukraine

The Russian Defence Ministry said on Wednesday that its forces had taken full control of the Luhansk region in eastern Ukraine, suggesting they had wrested control of a

Russia says its troops have taken full control of Luhansk region in eastern Ukraine
Arts|Business|Economy|Food|Lifestyle|World

A New York vintner raids U.S. wine cellars to skirt Trump's tariffs

New York wine retailer Chris Leon has a novel strategy to avoid the steep tariffs that have been slapped on imported wines from

A New York vintner raids U.S. wine cellars to skirt Trump's tariffs
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US Senate aims to pass Homeland Security bill Thursday to end shutdown, source says

The Republican-controlled U.S.

US Senate aims to pass Homeland Security bill Thursday to end shutdown, source says
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Can Trump pull the US out of NATO?

President Donald Trump threatened on Wednesday to pull the United States out of NATO due to its European members' refusal to send ships to unblock

Can Trump pull the US out of NATO?
Crime|Political|US|World

Sword-wielding Massachusetts man arrested over threats to Trump, FBI says

A Massachusetts man accused of making threats on Facebook to kill U.S.

Sword-wielding Massachusetts man arrested over threats to Trump, FBI says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar falls against Swiss franc and euro as Middle East ceasefire hopes rise

The dollar fell against major currencies including the Swiss franc and euro for the second straight session on Wednesday amid growing signs of a possible

Dollar falls against Swiss franc and euro as Middle East ceasefire hopes rise
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Colombia government rift with central bank clouds future rate decisions, analysts say

Colombia faces mounting uncertainty after the government's decision to withdraw from the central bank's board cast doubt on future decisions following a

Colombia government rift with central bank clouds future rate decisions, analysts say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Iran war knocks UK business confidence, survey shows

British business confidence has fallen as the Iran war exacerbates worries among employers about costs, according to a survey of accountants that chimed with similar

Iran war knocks UK business confidence, survey shows
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Wall Street ends higher on speculation about end to Iran war

Wall Street ended higher on Wednesday, with strong gains in Alphabet and other heavyweights, after U.S.

Wall Street ends higher on speculation about end to Iran war
Political|Science|Technology|World

South Korea's Lee says he seeks to work together with France on AI, nuclear energy

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said ties with France must go beyond partnership and become a pursuit of strategic collaboration that includes artificial intelligence

South Korea's Lee says he seeks to work together with France on AI, nuclear energy
Americas|Crime|US|World

DNA links Ted Bundy to murder of 17-year-old Utah girl, sheriff says

Utah officials announced on Wednesday that they were closing a five-decade-old case after finding "definitive proof" that American serial killer Ted Bundy killed a

DNA links Ted Bundy to murder of 17-year-old Utah girl, sheriff says
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Key milestones in NASA's Artemis moon program

NASA's Artemis program is the U.S. effort to return astronauts to the moon for the first time since the Apollo era and eventually establish a sustained human presence there, a goal

Key milestones in NASA's Artemis moon program
Science|Technology|US|World

NASA launches first crewed lunar mission in half a century

Four astronauts blasted off from Florida on Wednesday on NASA's Artemis II mission, a high‑stakes 10-day trip around the moon that marks

NASA launches first crewed lunar mission in half a century
Americas|Crime|World

FBI arrives in Cuba to investigate deadly speedboat shootout

A technical team from the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation arrived in Cuba this week to launch an "independent investigation," the U.S.

FBI arrives in Cuba to investigate deadly speedboat shootout
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

KKR caps redemptions at one of its private credit funds

KKR's non-traded business development company, KKR FS Income Trust, limited redemptions after requests for withdrawals surged, according to a letter to shareholders.

KKR caps redemptions at one of its private credit funds
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Two-thirds of Americans want quick end to Iran war even if goals unachieved, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Two-thirds of Americans believe that the U.S. should work to end its involvement in the Iran war quickly, even if that means not achieving the goals set out by the

Two-thirds of Americans want quick end to Iran war even if goals unachieved, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Economy|Political|World

Luxon appoints Penk to lead New Zealand defence in Wellington reshuffle

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Thursday appointed Chris Penk as defence minister in a Cabinet reshuffle, handing a former naval officer responsibility

Luxon appoints Penk to lead New Zealand defence in Wellington reshuffle
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

NATO chief to visit Washington next week as Trump threatens exit from alliance

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte will visit Washington next week for what a spokesperson for the military alliance called

NATO chief to visit Washington next week as Trump threatens exit from alliance
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

House passes a bill to protect Haitian immigrants, in slap back to the Trump administration

The House has passed legislation that would extend temporary protections for Haitian immigrants living in the United States

House passes a bill to protect Haitian immigrants, in slap back to the Trump administration
Business|Environment|World

Fire hits LPG station near residential area of Indonesia's Bekasi regency, 12 injured, agency says

A fire broke out at a liquefied petroleum gas filling station near a residential area in Indonesia's Bekasi regency, east of the capital Jakarta, injuring at least 12,

Fire hits LPG station near residential area of Indonesia's Bekasi regency, 12 injured, agency says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan military says budget delay threatens $2.4 billion in weapons buying, training

A delay in approving Taiwan's budget this year threatens T$78 billion ($2.44 billion) in weapons procurement, maintenance and training, a senior defence ministry official

Taiwan military says budget delay threatens $2.4 billion in weapons buying, training
Africa|Crime|Political|World

UN appoints former Haiti PM Conille to Kenya role

Former Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille has been appointed U.N. resident coordinator in Kenya, the U.N. said on Wednesday, adding he would take up his post that

UN appoints former Haiti PM Conille to Kenya role
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Australia to offer businesses $693 million in cheap loans to ease fuel cost pressure

Australia will provide up to A$1 billion ($693 million) in interest-free loans to critical businesses, including transport operators and fertiliser producers,

Australia to offer businesses $693 million in cheap loans to ease fuel cost pressure
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,' energy agency head warns

The head of the International Energy Agency has warned that Europe has about six weeks of jet fuel left

Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,' energy agency head warns
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Iran war puts Middle East Dubai oil benchmark under stress as prices soar

The halting of oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz has left the Dubai Middle East benchmark, the price used to

Iran war puts Middle East Dubai oil benchmark under stress as prices soar
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Vietnam's infrastructure push to boost growth and deficit, S&P Ratings says

Vietnam is forecast to remain Asia's fastest-growing nation after India through 2028, supported by exports and infrastructure investments, although heavy public spending may

Vietnam's infrastructure push to boost growth and deficit, S&P Ratings says
Economy|Health|Political|World

Mexico's foreign minister leaves post for health reasons

Mexican Foreign Minister Juan Ramon de la Fuente will leave his post due to health reasons and be replaced by Roberto Velasco,

Mexico's foreign minister leaves post for health reasons
Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Korea March inflation undershoots forecasts but risks skewed higher

South Korea's inflation picked up less than expected in March as the government capped fuel prices, but policymakers and economists warned that risks remain

South Korea March inflation undershoots forecasts but risks skewed higher
Australia|Business|Economy|World

Australian job vacancies rise 2.7% in February quarter

Job vacancies in Australia rebounded to their highest in more than a year in the February quarter, data showed on Thursday, led by gains in the construction, retail and

Australian job vacancies rise 2.7% in February quarter
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump threatens to hit Iran 'extremely hard' over next two to three weeks

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday Washington will strike Iran "extremely hard" over the next two to three weeks and hit the country into the "Stone Ages."

Trump threatens to hit Iran 'extremely hard' over next two to three weeks
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Democrats ask judge to block Trump order tightening mail-in voting

The Democratic Party on Wednesday filed a lawsuit asking a U.S. judge to block President Donald Trump's executive order tightening mail-in voting nationwide,

Democrats ask judge to block Trump order tightening mail-in voting
Australia|Crime|Education|Health|World

Alleged Bondi gunman loses bid to give family anonymity

A man accused of one of Australia's worst ever mass shootings on Thursday lost a bid to prevent media from reporting the identities of his family. 

Alleged Bondi gunman loses bid to give family anonymity
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump says US has plenty of jet fuel for Europe, market disagrees

President Donald Trump this week told countries struggling to get jet fuel due to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to buy from the U.S., but

Trump says US has plenty of jet fuel for Europe, market disagrees
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Bahamas heads for early election on May 12

Voters will head to the polls in the Bahamas for an early election on May 12, the prime minister said on Wednesday, as the Caribbean nation battles affordability

Bahamas heads for early election on May 12
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US Treasury to meet with insurance regulators to discuss private credit markets

The U.S.

US Treasury to meet with insurance regulators to discuss private credit markets
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Tracking the fate of the dollar a year on from 'Liberation Day'

A year on from U.S.

Tracking the fate of the dollar a year on from 'Liberation Day'
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Myanmar parliament to hold vote to elect president on Friday, house speaker says

Myanmar's parliament will hold a bicameral vote to elect a president on Friday, house speaker Aung Lin Dwe said on Thursday, with the country's former military chief and junta

Myanmar parliament to hold vote to elect president on Friday, house speaker says
Asia|Business|Crime|Technology|World

Singapore charges one more individual with AI chip fraud 

Singapore prosecutors charged one more person with fraud on Thursday for making false representations to U.S. server supplier Dell Technologies, linking

Singapore charges one more individual with AI chip fraud 
Science|Technology|World

NASA launches four astronauts on world's first crewed lunar mission in half a century

Four astronauts blasted off from Florida on Wednesday on NASA's Artemis II mission, a high-stakes voyage around the moon

NASA launches four astronauts on world's first crewed lunar mission in half a century
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Prime-time disappointment

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee In a 19 minute prime-time address, U.S.

Prime-time disappointment
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump touts gains against Iran but gives no timeline to end war

U.S.

Trump touts gains against Iran but gives no timeline to end war
Economy|US|World

Takeaways from Trump's speech on Iran

President Donald Trump staunchly defended his handling of the month-old U.S.-Israeli war on Iran in a prime-time address on

Takeaways from Trump's speech on Iran
US|World

Judge: Trump can’t claim that entire White House ballroom project is needed for national security

Judge: Trump can’t claim that entire White House ballroom project is needed for national security

Judge: Trump can’t claim that entire White House ballroom project is needed for national security
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India central bank's fresh FX curbs trap banks in trades once seen low risk

Indian banks are set to face heightened uncertainty on Thursday after the central bank's curbs on corporate activity made it costlier for

India central bank's fresh FX curbs trap banks in trades once seen low risk
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US military will target Iran-linked ships worldwide, broadening scope beyond blockade

The U.S. military has widened its efforts beyond the blockade of Iran’s ports

US military will target Iran-linked ships worldwide, broadening scope beyond blockade
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump says Iran war's core objectives near completion

The United States will carry out aggressive strikes on Iran over the next two to three weeks and is

Trump says Iran war's core objectives near completion
Health|Science|US|World

Trump expected to sign executive order urging more research into psychedelic ibogaine

Trump expected to sign executive order urging more research into psychedelic ibogaine

Trump expected to sign executive order urging more research into psychedelic ibogaine
Crime|Political|US|World

Arrest warrant issued for ICE officer accused of pulling gun on Minnesota driver

Arrest warrant issued for ICE officer accused of pulling gun on Minnesota driver

Arrest warrant issued for ICE officer accused of pulling gun on Minnesota driver
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From international outcast to mediator in Iran war, Pakistan's remarkable makeover

A diplomatic outcast a year ago, Pakistan has become a trusted regional partner and a mediator between the U.S. and Iran to end the war in the Middle East, a

From international outcast to mediator in Iran war, Pakistan's remarkable makeover
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Indonesia earthquake damages buildings, but tsunami alerts have been lifted

A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck in Indonesia's Northern Molucca Sea on Thursday, killing one person, damaging buildings and triggering tsunami waves, authorities and

Indonesia earthquake damages buildings, but tsunami alerts have been lifted
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Swiss inflation hits one-year high as fuel prices rise

Swiss inflation rose to its highest level in a year in March, government data showed on Thursday, albeit less than expected, as the country absorbed higher

Swiss inflation hits one-year high as fuel prices rise
Asia|Business|Economy|World

India factory activity cooled in March with oil costs rising amid Middle East turmoil, PMI shows

India's manufacturing sector grew at its slowest pace in nearly four years in March as the war in the Middle East stoked uncertainty, disrupted supply chains and dented

India factory activity cooled in March with oil costs rising amid Middle East turmoil, PMI shows
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine scrambles to supply air defenses as large-scale Russia attacks kill 16

Russia has launched a massive aerial attack on Ukraine, targeting civilian areas with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles

Ukraine scrambles to supply air defenses as large-scale Russia attacks kill 16
Business|Economy|Technology|World

China says it supports law-abiding transnational deals after reports of Meta deal review

The Chinese government supports companies with transnational operations and technology cooperation deals according to needs and the law, commerce ministry spokesperson He

China says it supports law-abiding transnational deals after reports of Meta deal review
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BOJ may be overlooking real risk from Iran war, says ex-central bank official

Japan's economy may face supply shocks and slumping demand from the Iran war, a risk the central bank may be overlooking by focusing on inflationary

BOJ may be overlooking real risk from Iran war, says ex-central bank official
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Light at last for Hong Kong's Central office market after 7-year slump

Hong Kong's Grade-A office market in the city's financial core is finally hitting a floor after nearly seven years of decline, buoyed by a roaring capital

Light at last for Hong Kong's Central office market after 7-year slump
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Humpback whale 'Timmy' struggles to escape shallow waters off Germany

A young humpback whale named Timmy by rescuers was struggling to find its way out of shallow bays off the Baltic coast of Germany on Sunday morning, after a week-long

Humpback whale 'Timmy' struggles to escape shallow waters off Germany
Business|Economy|World

US lifts sanctions on Venezuela acting president, opening door for assets control

The U.S. on Wednesday removed sanctions against Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez, according to the Treasury Department website, less than three months after

US lifts sanctions on Venezuela acting president, opening door for assets control
Economy|World

South Korea's Lee urges prompt passage of $17 billion extra budget amid Middle East energy crisis

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday urged parliament to promptly pass a 26.2 trillion won ($17.3 billion) supplementary budget to shore up the economy amid "the

South Korea's Lee urges prompt passage of $17 billion extra budget amid Middle East energy crisis
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

A war meant to break Iran could leave Tehran stronger, and Gulf exposed

If President Donald Trump ends the war with Iran without a deal, he risks leaving Tehran with a stranglehold over Middle East energy supplies and Gulf Arab

A war meant to break Iran could leave Tehran stronger, and Gulf exposed
Political|Science|Technology|World

Libya's Haftar acquires combat drones despite UN embargo

Eastern Libya's military leader, Khalifa Haftar, has acquired what appear to be Chinese and Turkish combat drones,

Libya's Haftar acquires combat drones despite UN embargo
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Global central banks mostly on hold as war muddies economic outlook

Major central banks pointed to uncertainty linked to the war in the Middle East as they largely kept interest rates steady in March,

Global central banks mostly on hold as war muddies economic outlook
Australia|Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Australia hits gambling advertising, advocates say not hard enough

Australia said it would ban gambling advertisements featuring celebrities and limit online gambling advertisements to internet users over

Australia hits gambling advertising, advocates say not hard enough
Business|Political|Technology|World

Sweden to buy air defence systems for 8.7 billion crowns, defence minister says

Sweden will buy air defence and anti-drone systems worth 8.7 billion Swedish crowns ($916 million) from among others Saab and BAE Systems, the

Sweden to buy air defence systems for 8.7 billion crowns, defence minister says
MidEast|Political|World

Russia says it's ready to help resolve Iran conflict

Russia is ready to contribute to resolving the Iran conflict and President Vladimir Putin is continuing to talk with regional leaders, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said

Russia says it's ready to help resolve Iran conflict
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Australian growers shift to less fertiliser-intensive crops as Iran war costs surge

Australian farmers are expected to favour less nitrogen-intensive crops such as barley over wheat and canola in the upcoming season, as surging

Australian growers shift to less fertiliser-intensive crops as Iran war costs surge
Crime|Europe|World

Lithuania to seek US help in Epstein-linked trafficking probe

Lithuania is preparing a request to the United States for cooperation in its investigation into potential human trafficking with links to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Lithuania to seek US help in Epstein-linked trafficking probe
Political|Science|Technology|World

Russian nuclear missile forces hold drills in Siberia

Russian strategic missile forces have conducted drills in Siberia involving camouflaged movements of Yars intercontinental ballistic missiles that are capable of delivering

Russian nuclear missile forces hold drills in Siberia
Business|MidEast|Political|World

Iran army chief tells commanders to prepare for any attack, state media reports

Iran's operational headquarters must monitor "enemy movements with utmost pessimism and accuracy" and be ready to counter any method of attack, the country's army commander-

Iran army chief tells commanders to prepare for any attack, state media reports
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On birthright citizenship, Trump's restrictive immigration agenda hits a rare roadblock

President Donald Trump took the short trip from the White House to the U.S.

On birthright citizenship, Trump's restrictive immigration agenda hits a rare roadblock
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Tesla's China-made EV sales rise for second straight quarter

Tesla's China-made electric vehicle sales rose for a second consecutive quarter, holding up despite intensifying competition as the U.S. automaker broadened its focus

Tesla's China-made EV sales rise for second straight quarter
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK firms report biggest jump in price expectations in nearly two years, BoE survey shows

British companies expect to raise prices more quickly in the coming 12 months as they respond to a surge in energy prices due to the Iran war, cut jobs and

UK firms report biggest jump in price expectations in nearly two years, BoE survey shows
World

US judge says border officials violated her previous order on warrantless arrests

A federal judge in California said on Wednesday that U.S.

US judge says border officials violated her previous order on warrantless arrests
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan to strengthen Pratas islands' defences as China steps up pressure

Taiwan will strengthen its defences of the Pratas as China steps up its activities around the islands which lie at the top end of the South

Taiwan to strengthen Pratas islands' defences as China steps up pressure
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Eight Muslim-majority countries condemn Israel's new death penalty law

Eight Muslim-majority countries "strongly condemned" Israel's move to pass a law making death by hanging a default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military

Eight Muslim-majority countries condemn Israel's new death penalty law
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed's Williams says war is already driving up inflation pressures

By Michael S.

Fed's Williams says war is already driving up inflation pressures
Africa|Political|World

Pope warns of world ravaged by ‘tyrants’ in the wake of Trump attacks

Pope warns of world ravaged by ‘tyrants’ in the wake of Trump attacks

Pope warns of world ravaged by ‘tyrants’ in the wake of Trump attacks
Political|US|World

Sniping by justices underscores tension over Supreme Court’s ‘shadow docket’

Sniping by justices underscores tension over Supreme Court’s ‘shadow docket’

Sniping by justices underscores tension over Supreme Court’s ‘shadow docket’
Crime|World

South African politician Julius Malema sentenced to 5 years for firing rifle shots at rally

A South African opposition party leader, Julius Malema, has been sentenced to five years in prison for breaking firearm laws

South African politician Julius Malema sentenced to 5 years for firing rifle shots at rally
Arts|Political|US|World

Trump’s arch gets overwhelmingly negative public feedback but appears poised to move forward

Trump’s arch gets overwhelmingly negative public feedback but appears poised to move forward

Trump’s arch gets overwhelmingly negative public feedback but appears poised to move forward
Europe|Political|US|World

Leo, the first US pope, emerges as pointed Trump critic

Pope Leo last May became the first U.S. leader of the global Catholic Church, but for the initial 10 months of his tenure he mostly avoided comment

Leo, the first US pope, emerges as pointed Trump critic
Economy|Political|World

White House offers no hint of Iran war cost as it seeks military funding surge

By Nolan D.

White House offers no hint of Iran war cost as it seeks military funding surge
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump ally John Eastman is disbarred over bid to overturn 2020 election

The California Supreme Court stripped conservative attorney John Eastman of his law license on Wednesday over his efforts to overturn U.S.

Trump ally John Eastman is disbarred over bid to overturn 2020 election
Arts|Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Opinion|World

Gucci-owner’s new strategy looks half dressed

(The author is a Reuters Breakingviews columnist. The opinions expressed are her own.)

Gucci-owner’s new strategy looks half dressed
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan views private credit as a policy pillar despite overseas market turmoil

Japan's financial regulator sees private credit as a potential key pillar of its new strategy to meet rising corporate funding demand

Japan views private credit as a policy pillar despite overseas market turmoil
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Brazilian payments firm Ebanx makes Southeast Asia push

Brazilian cross-border payments company Ebanx said it is expanding global operations, with a focus on Southeast Asia, strengthening its footprint

Brazilian payments firm Ebanx makes Southeast Asia push
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

IMF warns of Asia's vulnerability to war-induced energy shock

Asia is more vulnerable to an energy shock than other regions because of its heavy reliance on Middle East fuel, an International Monetary Fund

IMF warns of Asia's vulnerability to war-induced energy shock
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Stellantis, Microsoft sign five-year partnership for AI push

Stellantis and Microsoft said on Thursday they agreed to a five‑year strategic partnership to co-develop artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity and engineering

Stellantis, Microsoft sign five-year partnership for AI push
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel|World

Israel's El Al to buy up to 12 more Boeing 787s for $1.5 billion

El Al Israel Airlines said on Thursday it would buy up to 12 more 787 Dreamliner aircraft from Boeing in a deal worth $1.5 billion, taking advantage of

Israel's El Al to buy up to 12 more Boeing 787s for $1.5 billion
Africa|Political|World

Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries world ruled by 'tyrants' after Trump attacks

Pope Leo blasted leaders who spend billions on wars and said the world was "being ravaged by a handful of tyrants", in unusually forceful remarks in Cameroon on

Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries world ruled by 'tyrants' after Trump attacks
Economy|Finance|Political|World

US senators reassure Taiwan on weapons approvals in coming weeks

The United States will likely approve pending weapons sales to Taiwan in coming weeks, a bipartisan group of senators assured Taiwanese lawmakers in

US senators reassure Taiwan on weapons approvals in coming weeks
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mercedes investors warn luxury focus could hamper China recovery

Investors pressed Mercedes-Benz on its recovery plans for China on Thursday, warning that a luxury-focused strategy could hurt the German

Mercedes investors warn luxury focus could hamper China recovery
Business|Science|Technology|World

How the US could clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz

As the United States embarks on clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz, it could draw on an arsenal of drones, explosive‑laden robots and helicopters to

How the US could clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz
Crime|Economy|Political|World

South Africa's Malema faces political crisis after jail sentence in firearm case

Julius Malema, a polarizing figure in South African politics, faces an uncertain political future after being sentenced to five years

South Africa's Malema faces political crisis after jail sentence in firearm case
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iran war exposes weakened state of Britain's armed forces

The Iran war has left Britain's armed forces exposed, heaping pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to act on his promises to invest

Iran war exposes weakened state of Britain's armed forces
Crime|Education|Political|World

Settlers block Palestinian pupils' path to West Bank school with barbed wire

Dozens of Palestinian children have been unable to go to school in the Israeli-occupied West Bank this week because of barbed wire

Settlers block Palestinian pupils' path to West Bank school with barbed wire
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European corporate earnings set for meagre growth, barring energy majors

European blue-chip companies are set to deliver meagre profit growth in the first quarter, the latest forecasts showed on Thursday, though energy majors are

European corporate earnings set for meagre growth, barring energy majors
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

Army secretary praises general who was fired by Hegseth

Army secretary praises general who was fired by Hegseth

Army secretary praises general who was fired by Hegseth
Americas|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US|World

Cuba's president says island does not wish for US aggression but ready to fight if needed

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel says that while Cuba does not want military aggression from the United States, his country is prepared to fight should it happen

Cuba's president says island does not wish for US aggression but ready to fight if needed
Business|Economy|World

Russia looks for a way out of its sharpest economic contraction in three years

Russia's top officials have outlined numerous proposals to President Vladimir Putin on how to kick-start the war

Russia looks for a way out of its sharpest economic contraction in three years
Business|Economy|World

IMF urges Japan to raise rates, keep fiscal stimulus targeted

Japan should gradually raise interest rates and keep any fiscal stimulus targeted given robust domestic demand and steady wage gains, a senior

IMF urges Japan to raise rates, keep fiscal stimulus targeted
MidEast|Political|US|World

House rejects effort to withdraw US forces from the Iran war as Republicans stick with Trump

The House has rejected a resolution requiring President Donald Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from the war with Iran unless Congress authorizes military action

House rejects effort to withdraw US forces from the Iran war as Republicans stick with Trump
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|World

Switch off and read, France's Macron tells teenagers

French President Emmanuel Macron urged high school pupils on Thursday to switch off their phones and read,

Switch off and read, France's Macron tells teenagers
Business|Economy|Finance|World

ECB is good starting position to deal with inflation shock, Schnabel says

The European Central Bank entered the current inflation shock in a strong position as the bloc managed to resolve many of its economic and financial imbalances over

ECB is good starting position to deal with inflation shock, Schnabel says
Arts|Business|Economy|Sports|World

LIV Golf season continues as planned for now, but questions remain over funding future

LIV Golf season continues as planned for now, but questions remain over funding future

LIV Golf season continues as planned for now, but questions remain over funding future
Business|Crime|Technology|World

Two Americans sentenced to prison for North Korean tech worker scheme

Two Americans sentenced to prison for North Korean tech worker scheme

Two Americans sentenced to prison for North Korean tech worker scheme
Business|Election|Finance|Political|World

India's Modi pushes for more women in bigger parliament in democratic overhaul

(Corrects byline, fixes dateline format. No changes to text.) By Sakshi Dayal and Rajesh Kr.

India's Modi pushes for more women in bigger parliament in democratic overhaul
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street indexes open higher as Mideast diplomacy hopes, earnings lift sentiment

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Thursday on rising hopes that the worst of the Middle East conflict had passed, while a wave of solid earnings allayed concerns about

Wall Street indexes open higher as Mideast diplomacy hopes, earnings lift sentiment
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US manufacturing output dips in March

U.S. factory production unexpectedly fell in March after two straight months of solid gains, weighed down by decreases in the output of motor vehicles and a range of

US manufacturing output dips in March
Europe|Political|World

EU and NATO to work to strengthen relationship, von der Leyen says

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Thursday that she agreed with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to work in the coming weeks to strengthen the

EU and NATO to work to strengthen relationship, von der Leyen says
Business|Technology|World

U.S. lawmakers scale back bill targeting Chinese chipmaking

A U.S. bill to keep more chipmaking equipment from China has been scaled back, according to the latest version seen by Reuters, but still includes a

U.S. lawmakers scale back bill targeting Chinese chipmaking
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Spain calls for joint EU debt issuance to cut costs

Spanish Finance Minister Carlos Cuerpo called on Thursday for more joint EU debt issuance, arguing the lower cost of borrowing that would follow would save taxpayers'

Spain calls for joint EU debt issuance to cut costs
Business|Science|Technology|World

Boeing unveils satellite platform, targets 26 deliveries in 2026

Boeing and its unit Millennium Space Systems are working together to expand production capacity and launch a new satellite platform as they look to fulfill a growing backlog of

Boeing unveils satellite platform, targets 26 deliveries in 2026
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Turkish school shooter used image referencing 2014 U.S. mass killer, police say

A 14-year-old student who shot dead eight fellow pupils at a school in Turkey had used an image referencing a 2014 U.S. mass killer, Elliot Rodger, on his WhatsApp profile

Turkish school shooter used image referencing 2014 U.S. mass killer, police say
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German government halves 2026 growth forecast to 0.5% amid Iran war, source says

The German government has halved its growth forecast for 2026 and has also cut its growth prediction for 2027, while raising its inflation projections, a

German government halves 2026 growth forecast to 0.5% amid Iran war, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

IMF says Senegal loan talks positive, more deliberation on debt needed

The International Monetary Fund has held positive discussions with Senegal this week on a potential new loan program, but more time and analysis are needed to come up

IMF says Senegal loan talks positive, more deliberation on debt needed
Business|Economy|Political|World

Weak dividend tax revenue puts Lula’s plan to the test in Brazil

Brazil's new tax on dividends has raised only a fraction of the revenue expected this year, according to unpublished tax data reviewed by Reuters,

Weak dividend tax revenue puts Lula’s plan to the test in Brazil
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|World

Gucci can no longer treat China like a 'trash bin', Kering CEO says

Kering's biggest brand Gucci must rebuild its position in China after years of complacency when it treated the market as a place for easy growth

Gucci can no longer treat China like a 'trash bin', Kering CEO says
Business|Economy|Political|World

US military: 'locked and loaded' to strike Iran's power plants, energy industry if ordered

The U.S. naval blockade of Iran is just an example of "polite" behavior during the ongoing ceasefire and U.S. forces are ready to strike

US military: 'locked and loaded' to strike Iran's power plants, energy industry if ordered
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Calm judgment will prevail over haste at ECB, Rehn says

The European Central Bank still has a chance to look past the current inflation shock and calm judgment must prevail over haste, Finnish central bank chief Olli Rehn

Calm judgment will prevail over haste at ECB, Rehn says
Europe|Political|World

Orban's defeat triggers soul-searching, calls for change in Fidesz

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's defeat in the elections on Sunday has prompted calls from some of his loyalists for the conservative leader to

Orban's defeat triggers soul-searching, calls for change in Fidesz
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Kennedy touts new food policies but avoids vaccines in remarks to US Congress

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

Kennedy touts new food policies but avoids vaccines in remarks to US Congress
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US dollar gains on technical rally; US-Iran peace hopes cap safe-haven demand

The U.S. dollar climbed against major currencies on Thursday, retracing some of its recent losses on a technical recovery, as investors

US dollar gains on technical rally; US-Iran peace hopes cap safe-haven demand
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World

Coty and Interparfums deny report of talks regarding Boss, Burberry perfume licenses

Coty on Thursday said it is not in talks to sell any of its prestige brand licenses, denying a report by luxury news site Miss Tweed that the U.S. beauty

Coty and Interparfums deny report of talks regarding Boss, Burberry perfume licenses
Africa|Political|World

Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries 'handful of tyrants' ravaging the world

Pope Leo blasted leaders who spend billions on wars and said the world was "being ravaged by a handful of tyrants", in unusually forceful

Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries 'handful of tyrants' ravaging the world
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Leftist Sanchez vies with far-right former mayor for spot in Peru's runoff vote

Leftist congressman Roberto Sanchez and far-right former Lima Mayor Rafael Lopez Aliaga were neck-to-neck on Thursday in the race to face conservative Keiko

Leftist Sanchez vies with far-right former mayor for spot in Peru's runoff vote
Crime|Political|US|World

Former Virginia lieutenant governor kills wife, shoots himself, police say

Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax fatally shot his wife before killing himself in their northern Virginia home shortly after midnight, local law enforcement

Former Virginia lieutenant governor kills wife, shoots himself, police say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices rise on doubts US-Iran peace talks will ease Hormuz disruption

Oil prices rose on Thursday on skepticism that forthcoming peace talks between the U.S. and Iran would be able to resolve disruptions

Oil prices rise on doubts US-Iran peace talks will ease Hormuz disruption
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US weekly jobless claims fall; manufacturing production retreats in March

New applications for U.S. unemployment benefits fell more than expected last week, suggesting labor market conditions remained stable, though

US weekly jobless claims fall; manufacturing production retreats in March
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Schroders shareholders approve $13.4 billion sale to Nuveen

Schroders shareholders on Thursday approved a 9.9 billion pound ($13.4 billion) sale of the British asset manager to U.S. rival Nuveen, confirming the end of independence

Schroders shareholders approve $13.4 billion sale to Nuveen
Political|World

Trump says Israel, Lebanon have reached 10-day ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said that Israeli and Lebanese leaders had agreed to begin a 10-day ceasefire at 5 p.m. (2100 GMT).

Trump says Israel, Lebanon have reached 10-day ceasefire
Business|Economy|World

Trump administration to lobby allies to support 'trade over aid' push, cable shows

President Donald Trump's administration has instructed U.S. diplomats worldwide to lobby countries to back a "trade over aid" declaration at the

Trump administration to lobby allies to support 'trade over aid' push, cable shows
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Technology|World

Gucci-owner Kering aims to launch luxury Google glasses next year, CEO says

Kering aims to launch smart glasses under the Gucci brand in partnership with Google next year, CEO Luca de Meo told Reuters, becoming

Gucci-owner Kering aims to launch luxury Google glasses next year, CEO says
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB wary of premature hike at March meeting, accounts show

European Central Bank policymakers were wary of raising interest rates prematurely when they met last month amid growing fears of a new energy-driven surge in euro zone

ECB wary of premature hike at March meeting, accounts show
Political|World

Trump says Lebanon and Israel have reached 10-day ceasefire

Israel and Lebanon agreed to begin a 10-day ceasefire at 5 p.m.

Trump says Lebanon and Israel have reached 10-day ceasefire
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Spring housing market stalls as war, high mortgage rates keep buyers sidelined

Spring housing market stalls as war, high mortgage rates keep buyers sidelined

Spring housing market stalls as war, high mortgage rates keep buyers sidelined
Environment|Europe|World

Storm batters Greece, killing one, flooding homes and disrupting travel

A man died and dozens of homes were flooded after heavy rain and gale-force winds battered Greece, leaving authorities rushing to repair damage on Thursday.

Storm batters Greece, killing one, flooding homes and disrupting travel
Business|Economy|World

Russian oil output cuts are unavoidable as drone attacks shrink exports, sources say

Russian oil output cuts are imminent because Ukraine's strikes on port infrastructure, pipelines and refineries have reduced export capability by 1 million barrels per day, or a

Russian oil output cuts are unavoidable as drone attacks shrink exports, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

No Easter truce

By Mike Dolan April 2 - What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Market hopes that President Trump might signal an immediate end to the Iran

No Easter truce
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Four suspects in foiled BofA Paris bombing put in pre-trial detention

A man and three minors have been put in pre-trial detention as part of investigations into a foiled March bomb attack on the Bank of America's Paris office, authorities said

Four suspects in foiled BofA Paris bombing put in pre-trial detention
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday it would be unrealistic to launch a military operation to force open the Strait of Hormuz, after U.S.

Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan, Afghanistan hold talks in China to end months of conflict

Pakistan and Afghanistan are holding talks in China to try to end the worst conflict between the South Asian neighbours since ‌the

Pakistan, Afghanistan hold talks in China to end months of conflict
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|World

At village pub in Orban's heartland, Hungary's vote plays out over pints

Sandor Toth has been running his pub in a small village in the hilly northeast of Hungary for 43 years, witnessing the

At village pub in Orban's heartland, Hungary's vote plays out over pints
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Paris police tighten security after foiled bomb attack

France has increased security at sensitive sites across Paris after a foiled bomb attack on Bank of America's offices that prompted some other U.S. banks

Paris police tighten security after foiled bomb attack
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Serbian president invites parties for talks as anti-government protests continue

Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic will begin talks on Friday as part of what he has billed as a way to lift the country out of a political crisis but which critics have

Serbian president invites parties for talks as anti-government protests continue
MidEast|Political|World

A month into war, Lebanon's prime minister says no end in sight

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Thursday there was no end in sight to a war that had already displaced a million people over

A month into war, Lebanon's prime minister says no end in sight
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KKR raises $23 billion for North America private equity fund

Investment firm KKR said on Thursday it had raised $23 billion for its North America-focused private equity fund, the largest such fund the firm has devoted to the region.

KKR raises $23 billion for North America private equity fund
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US defense stocks see no Iran war lift after early surge

U.S. defense stocks have declined even as the Iran war drags on, indicating that the typical "buy-on-conflict" trade had

US defense stocks see no Iran war lift after early surge
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Logan sketches path to shrink size of Fed balance sheet

By Michael S.

Logan sketches path to shrink size of Fed balance sheet
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Canada's February trade deficit surges to a six-month high on gold imports

Canada's merchandise trade deficit came in much wider than expected in February, data showed on Thursday, as a surge in gold purchases abroad pushed

Canada's February trade deficit surges to a six-month high on gold imports
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Russia's Primorsk oil terminal lost 40% of storage to drone attacks, satellite images show

Russia's Baltic Sea port of Primorsk, one of country's largest export gateways, lost at least 40% of its storage facilities in Ukrainian drone attacks last month, U.S. commercial

Russia's Primorsk oil terminal lost 40% of storage to drone attacks, satellite images show
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Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports

Russia will ask the United States and Israel to ensure a ceasefire while it evacuates more Russian staff from the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran, RIA news agency

Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it  evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports
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Wall St opens lower after Trump's comments dent Iran resolution hopes

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Thursday, in the last session of a holiday-truncated week, after President Donald Trump signaled more aggressive attacks on Iran,

Wall St opens lower after Trump's comments dent Iran resolution hopes
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US trade deficit widens in February as imports offset record exports

The U.S. trade deficit widened in February as a rebound in imports offset strong growth in exports, which increased to a record high, potentially keeping trade on track

US trade deficit widens in February as imports offset record exports
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BP names Carol Howle as deputy CEO, to oversee portfolio review, strategy

BP named Carol Howle as deputy chief executive on Thursday and said she would oversee the company's ongoing portfolio review and strategy development.

BP names Carol Howle as deputy CEO, to oversee portfolio review, strategy
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Burkina, Mali troops kill more civilians than jihadists do, data shows

Government and allied forces in Burkina Faso have killed more than twice as many civilians as Islamist militants have since 2023, according to a tally of

Burkina, Mali troops kill more civilians than jihadists do, data shows
Health|Science|World

Pfizer, BioNTech halt US COVID vaccine study after recruitment struggles

Vaccine makers Pfizer and BioNTech halted a large U.S. trial of their updated COVID-19 vaccine in healthy adults aged 50 to 64, saying enrollment in the

Pfizer, BioNTech halt US COVID vaccine study after recruitment struggles
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Polish prosecutors to investigate attack on Polish UN soldiers in Lebanon

Polish prosecutors have opened an investigation into a bomb attack that wounded a Polish soldier who was part of a U.N. peacekeeping patrol in Lebanon, the District

Polish prosecutors to investigate attack on Polish UN soldiers in Lebanon
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Ford first-quarter US auto sales fall as affordability concerns weigh on demand

Ford Motor reported a near 9% drop in first-quarter U.S. sales on Thursday, as persistent affordability pressures prompt consumers to rethink big-ticket purchases.

Ford first-quarter US auto sales fall as affordability concerns weigh on demand
Science|Technology|Travel|World

Reactions as Artemis II astronauts lift off on historic lunar mission

Four astronauts blasted off from Florida on Wednesday on NASA's Artemis II mission, a 10-day trip around the moon that would be the farthest humans have ever traveled and a major

Reactions as Artemis II astronauts lift off on historic lunar mission
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Rising fuel prices test Milei's free‑market gamble as South America feels oil shock

The global surge in fuel prices is exposing how unevenly South America is positioned to absorb the shock, with

Rising fuel prices test Milei's free‑market gamble as South America feels oil shock
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US fixed 30-year mortgage rate rises to 6.46% amid Iran war

The average rate on the most popular home-loan rate rose to its highest since early September, as the Iran war pushes up oil prices and fans inflation fears, lifting

US fixed 30-year mortgage rate rises to 6.46% amid Iran war
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US private credit faces potentially higher defaults as software exposure weighs

The U.S. private credit industry is staring at a period of higher borrower defaults, several brokerages warned, exposing cracks in what had become

US private credit faces potentially higher defaults as software exposure weighs
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Trump speech unleashes more pain on US consumers with $5 gasoline, record diesel in sight

U.S.

Trump speech unleashes more pain on US consumers with $5 gasoline, record diesel in sight
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Russian court convicts German sculptor in absentia for depicting Putin and patriarch in sex act

German sculptor Jacques Tilly, the creator of a carnival float showing Russian President Vladimir Putin and Orthodox Church Patriarch Kirill engaging in a sex act

Russian court convicts German sculptor in absentia for depicting Putin and patriarch in sex act
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Central banks' inflation mood puzzle: more judgment than science

The world's central bankers may be attempting the impossible: to get into the psyche of business executives, labour

Central banks' inflation mood puzzle: more judgment than science
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Tariff-struck companies exploring loans backed by refund claims​

Some tariff-whiplashed companies are exploring using refund claims as collateral for loans, in the latest example of creative

Tariff-struck companies exploring loans backed by refund claims​
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Fuel tanker that rerouted from Cuba now discharging in Venezuela, data and source say

A fuel tanker that according to ship tracking services loaded a Russia-origin cargo originally bound for Cuba began discharging on Thursday at an independently-owned terminal in

Fuel tanker that rerouted from Cuba now discharging in Venezuela, data and source say
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Trump to sign order to pay tens of thousands of DHS employees

U.S.

Trump to sign order to pay tens of thousands of DHS employees
World

Washing priests' feet, Pope Leo urges Catholics to aid the oppressed

Pope Leo washed the feet of 12 priests on Thursday as part of a special ritual before Easter and said the action, emulating a gesture of humility by

Washing priests' feet, Pope Leo urges Catholics to aid the oppressed
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US labor market remains stable; trade deficit widens in February

New applications for U.S. unemployment benefits unexpectedly fell last week amid low layoffs, suggesting labor market conditions remained calm in

US labor market remains stable; trade deficit widens in February
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas wants guarantees of Israeli troop withdrawal before disarmament talks, sources say

Palestinian militant group Hamas has told mediators it will not discuss giving up arms without guarantees that Israel will fully quit

Hamas wants guarantees of Israeli troop withdrawal before disarmament talks, sources say
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Trump to reduce steel, aluminum tariff rates for derivative products, sources say

The Trump administration plans to reshape its steel and aluminum tariff regime, keeping a 50% tariff for commodity steel and aluminum imports while reducing

Trump to reduce steel, aluminum tariff rates for derivative products, sources say
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Australia's regulator says ASX favoured shareholder returns over system resilience

The Australian Securities Exchange has an 'insular and defensive' culture that prioritised delivering higher shareholder returns over ensuring critical market

Australia's regulator says ASX favoured shareholder returns over system resilience
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FTSE 100 closes higher after Britain's move to hold talks on Strait of Hormuz

London's FTSE 100 stock index closed higher on Thursday after Britain said it would host talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

FTSE 100 closes higher after Britain's move to hold talks on Strait of Hormuz
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European shares trim losses on hopes of reopening of Strait of Hormuz

Europe's main stock index trimmed losses on renewed hopes of a reopening of the crucial Strait of Hormuz, even as U.S.

European shares trim losses on hopes of reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China calls for promoting Middle East ceasefire in talks with EU, Germany

China on Thursday repeated calls for a ceasefire in the Middle East and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz in conversations with Western counterparts, widening its

China calls for promoting Middle East ceasefire in talks with EU, Germany
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Britain says 40 countries discuss reopening Strait of Hormuz after Iran blockade

About 40 countries on Thursday discussed joint action to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and stop Iran holding "the global

Britain says 40 countries discuss reopening Strait of Hormuz after Iran blockade
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB's Villeroy says it is too soon to say when rates could rise

The European Central Bank's next interest rate move will very likely be an increase although it is still too early to say when it will start hiking, ECB policymaker Francois

ECB's Villeroy says it is too soon to say when rates could rise
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Bank of America's $72.5 million settlement with Epstein accusers wins preliminary approval

A U.S. judge granted preliminary approval on Thursday to Bank of America's $72.5 million settlement with women who accused the bank of facilitating their

Bank of America's $72.5 million settlement with Epstein accusers wins preliminary approval
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Hedge funds hammered by market turbulence triggered by Iran conflict 

Global hedge funds last month faced their worst monthly drawdowns in more than four years, according to several top Wall Street

Hedge funds hammered by market turbulence triggered by Iran conflict 
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Expelled from camp, Palestinian refugees now face Iranian rockets

The sight and sound of Iranian rockets arcing overhead have become near-daily for the Palestinian Ghanem family, expelled by the Israeli military

Expelled from camp, Palestinian refugees now face Iranian rockets
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Amazon must negotiate with Staten Island warehouse workers, NLRB says

Amazon must negotiate with a labor union representing some 5,000 workers at a company warehouse on Staten Island, the National Labor Relations

Amazon must negotiate with Staten Island warehouse workers, NLRB says
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Trump cuts US duty rates on steel, aluminum and copper derivative products

U.S.

Trump cuts US duty rates on steel, aluminum and copper derivative products
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SpaceX has held talks with Saudi fund for possible $5 billion investment in IPO, sources say

Billionaire Elon Musk’s SpaceX has had discussions with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund about PIF potentially taking an anchor stake

SpaceX has held talks with Saudi fund for possible $5 billion investment in IPO, sources say
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Coinbase gets conditional US approval for trust charter

Coinbase Global has received conditional approval from banking regulators for a national trust company charter, it said on Thursday, a move that could boost the top U.S.

Coinbase gets conditional US approval for trust charter
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Near-term oil prices hit record premium over later deliveries after Trump vows more attacks on Iran

U.S. crude oil futures for immediate delivery next month hit their largest-ever premium over the second-month contract on

Near-term oil prices hit record premium over later deliveries after Trump vows more attacks on Iran
Economy|Political|Travel|World

Cubans take to bikes and electric tricycles to protest US sanctions

Cuban activists paraded on Thursday on bikes and electric tricycles along Havana's waterfront Malecon boulevard, accompanied by Cuban President Miguel Diaz

Cubans take to bikes and electric tricycles to protest US sanctions
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Dollar rises against peers on renewed concerns about Middle East conflict

The dollar rose sharply from two straight sessions of losses on Thursday after U.S.

Dollar rises against peers on renewed concerns about Middle East conflict
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Vance to visit Hungary, meet with Orban next week ahead of election

U.S.

Vance to visit Hungary, meet with Orban next week ahead of election
Health|Political|World

Medical needs surging in Iran and supplies under threat, Red Cross warns

Emergency medical needs in Iran are rising exponentially, and stocks of trauma kits and

Medical needs surging in Iran and supplies under threat, Red Cross warns
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Fed's Logan says US oil producers unlikely to provide near-term relief for consumers

By Michael S.

Fed's Logan says US oil producers unlikely to provide near-term relief for consumers
Business|Economy|World

J.P. Morgan warns oil could top $150 if disruptions persist into mid‑May

Oil prices could spike to $120-$130 per barrel in the near term, with a risk of surging above $150 if supply flows through the Strait of Hormuz remain disrupted into mid-May, J.P.

J.P. Morgan warns oil could top $150 if disruptions persist into mid‑May
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Golden Dome, ships and missiles top Trump's $1.5 trillion fiscal 2027 defense wish list

U.S.

Golden Dome, ships and missiles top Trump's $1.5 trillion fiscal 2027 defense wish list
Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

Meet Yuji, the Mexican baby monkey finding comfort in a plush companion

Yuji, a 6-week-old patas monkey, wakes up every day clinging to a stuffed dog

Meet Yuji, the Mexican baby monkey finding comfort in a plush companion
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Regeneron says it expects to avoid new US pharma tariffs

Drugmaker Regeneron said on Thursday it expects to be excluded from a list of pharmaceutical companies that could face new tariffs from the U.S. government.

Regeneron says it expects to avoid new US pharma tariffs
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Fate of DHS funding uncertain as US Congress Republicans decide next steps

Federal funding for the U.S.

Fate of DHS funding uncertain as US Congress Republicans decide next steps
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Blue Owl limits withdrawals from two funds after historic surge in redemption requests

Blue Owl told investors Thursday that it is limiting withdrawals from two of its funds after a historic level of redemption requests came in for the first

Blue Owl limits withdrawals from two funds after historic surge in redemption requests
US|World

Descendant of key figure in 1898 citizenship case hopes for the best from US Supreme Court

While many Americans are following the U.S.

Descendant of key figure in 1898 citizenship case hopes for the best from US Supreme Court
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Energy-price surge will work through economy slowly, Fed's Williams tells Fox Business

By Michael S.

Energy-price surge will work through economy slowly, Fed's Williams tells Fox Business
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's detentions of Panama-flagged vessels raise concerns, Rubio says

Detentions of Panama-flagged vessels by China that followed a Panamanian court ruling raise serious concerns about efforts to

China's detentions of Panama-flagged vessels raise concerns, Rubio says
Political|Science|Technology|World

Zelenskiy offers Ukraine's maritime expertise with Strait of Hormuz

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday offered to provide Ukraine's expertise in dealing with freedom of navigation in the Black Sea to countries considering how to keep the

Zelenskiy offers Ukraine's maritime expertise with Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|World

Starbucks closes China deal with Boyu, plans to expand stores

Starbucks has closed its deal with Boyu Capital to sell control of its China operations, the Seattle-based coffee company announced Thursday. 

Starbucks closes China deal with Boyu, plans to expand stores
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil prices soar, and stocks end mixed in volatile trade

Oil prices surged on Thursday and equities markets around the world were mixed in volatile trade as traders weighed conflicting

Oil prices soar, and stocks end mixed in volatile trade
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Drugmakers face 100% tariff unless they cut prices or produce drugs in US

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday imposing 100% tariffs on branded pharmaceuticals imported into the U.S. unless

Drugmakers face 100% tariff unless they cut prices or produce drugs in US
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China services activity growth cools in March, private PMI shows

Growth in China's services activity slowed in March from February's 33-month high, as softer demand and a decline in overseas orders weighed

China services activity growth cools in March, private PMI shows
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Japan's services growth slows as Middle East war dents confidence, PMI shows

Japan's services sector grew at its weakest pace in three months in March, a private survey showed on Friday, as rising uncertainty over the Middle East war crushed business

Japan's services growth slows as Middle East war dents confidence, PMI shows
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US experts say American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes

Dozens of international law experts in the U.S. have signed an open letter saying that American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes, after

US experts say American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes
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A year after 'Liberation Day,' Trump sets new drug tariffs, adjusts metals duties

U.S.

A year after 'Liberation Day,' Trump sets new drug tariffs, adjusts metals duties
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

World anxious to open Hormuz Strait while Trump and Iran trade threats

Dozens of countries sought ways to restart vital energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after U.S.

World anxious to open Hormuz Strait while Trump and Iran trade threats
Business|Economy|Environment|World

US crude jumps more than 11%, Brent nearly 8% after Trump vows more attacks on Iran

U.S. oil prices settled more than 11% higher and Brent soared nearly 8% on Thursday in volatile

US crude jumps more than 11%, Brent nearly 8% after Trump vows more attacks on Iran
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US ICE detains Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour

Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour, who is a Palestinian American, has been detained by the U.S.

US ICE detains Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Brazil's Braskem boosted by petrochemical prices, but debt problem looms

Rising petrochemical prices have buoyed the long-term prospects for Brazil's Braskem, even as the company is racing against the clock to deal with

Brazil's Braskem boosted by petrochemical prices, but debt problem looms
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street ends mixed as worries linger before Good Friday break

U.S. stocks ended slightly mixed on Thursday after paring deeper losses, as diplomatic signals from the Middle East helped calm markets rattled

Wall Street ends mixed as worries linger before Good Friday break
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|US|World

Rapper Pooh Shiesty, 7 others arrested, charged with robbing, kidnapping

American rapper Pooh Shiesty and seven others were arrested on charges of robbery and armed kidnapping of music industry figures, the U.S.

Rapper Pooh Shiesty, 7 others arrested, charged with robbing, kidnapping
Business|Economy|Health|World

Global pharma companies that have publicly announced Trump drug pricing agreements

U.S.

Global pharma companies that have publicly announced Trump drug pricing agreements
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Brazil's Embraer posts 47% increase in first-quarter deliveries

Brazilian planemaker Embraer delivered 44 aircraft in the first quarter, up 47% from the same period last year, it said in a securities filing on Thursday.

Brazil's Embraer posts 47% increase in first-quarter deliveries
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Oil giants show early interest in US Gulf deepwater field stake, sources say

European energy majors TotalEnergies and Shell are among companies eyeing a majority stake in one of the U.S.

Oil giants show early interest in US Gulf deepwater field stake, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Australians cancel Easter travel as worries mount over fuel crisis

Every Easter, Sydney retiree Elsa Ucak is one of the millions of Australians

Australians cancel Easter travel as worries mount over fuel crisis
Crime|Europe|Political|World

French far-left MEP Rima Hassan to be tried in July over post on X

Rima Hassan, a French far-left member of the European Parliament, will face trial in July over a comment she posted on X last month about a 1970s attack on an Israeli

French far-left MEP Rima Hassan to be tried in July over post on X
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Medvedev says Russia should drop its 'tolerant attitude' towards Ukraine's EU drive

Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's powerful Security Council, said on Friday that Moscow should drop its "tolerant attitude" towards Ukraine's possible EU

Medvedev says Russia should drop its 'tolerant attitude' towards Ukraine's EU drive
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

Hyundai Motor flags export disruptions as Middle East conflict hits shipping

Hyundai Motor said on Friday that exports to Europe and North Africa, which typically transit through the Middle East, were being disrupted

Hyundai Motor flags export disruptions as Middle East conflict hits shipping
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ keeps rate‑hike door open even as Iran war squeezes firms

The Bank of Japan will keep raising interest rates if its economic forecasts hold, a senior central bank official said, reinforcing a tightening bias even as

BOJ keeps rate‑hike door open even as Iran war squeezes firms
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Russia's services sector contracts for first time in six months, PMI shows

Russia's services sector contracted in March for the first time in six months as demand softened and new orders broadly stalled, a business survey showed on Friday.

Russia's services sector contracts for first time in six months, PMI shows
Business|Technology|World

Tesla eyes Japan's top imported-car spot as it expands store, service network

Tesla plans to expand in Japan to at least 60 stores as it seeks to become the country's biggest imported car brand by as early as next year, the head of its Japan business

Tesla eyes Japan's top imported-car spot as it expands store, service network
Arts|Business|Economy|Political|World

Planning commission approves Trump's White House ballroom project

U.S.

Planning commission approves Trump's White House ballroom project
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UAE non-oil private sector growth slows to near four-year low in March, PMI shows

The United Arab Emirates' non-oil private sector activity expanded at its weakest pace in nearly four years in March as the Middle East conflict hit demand and disrupted supply

UAE non-oil private sector growth slows to near four-year low in March, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Health|World

US employment growth likely rebounded in March, war casting shadow over labor market

U.S. job growth likely rebounded in March as a strike by healthcare workers ended and temperatures warmed up, but downside risks to the labor market

US employment growth likely rebounded in March, war casting shadow over labor market
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Microsoft to invest $10 billion in Japan for AI and cyber defence expansion

Microsoft on Friday said it will invest 1.6 trillion yen ($10 billion) in Japan between 2026 and 2029 to expand artificial intelligence infrastructure and strengthen

Microsoft to invest $10 billion in Japan for AI and cyber defence expansion
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Inspection finds 49 violations of detention standards at largest US migrant detention camp

An inspection found 49 violations of detention standards at the largest U.S. migrant detention camp, located in El Paso, Texas, which has faced

Inspection finds 49 violations of detention standards at largest US migrant detention camp
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump threatens to strike Iran's bridges and electric power plants

U.S.

Trump threatens to strike Iran's bridges and electric power plants
Education|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day as every player wears No. 42 on anniversary of his historic debut

Major League Baseball is celebrating Jackie Robinson Day with every player, coach and umpire wearing his No. 42 to mark the 79th anniversary of the infielder breaking the sport’s color barrier

MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day as every player wears No. 42 on anniversary of his historic debut
Business|Technology|World

US targets Chinese chipmaking with proposed export restrictions on ASML and others

A cross-party group of U.S. politicians have proposed a law to impose further restrictions on exports of computer chipmaking equipment to China,

US targets Chinese chipmaking with proposed export restrictions on ASML and others
Business|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says frontline situation best for Ukraine in the last 10 months

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the frontline situation for Ukraine was the best since the middle of last year, adding that Kyiv's troops had foiled a

Zelenskiy says frontline situation best for Ukraine in the last 10 months
Europe|World

Russian forces maintain day-long drone barrage of Ukraine's Kharkiv

Russian forces maintained a day-long barrage of drone strikes on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second largest city, on Thursday, injuring at least two people, local

Russian forces maintain day-long drone barrage of Ukraine's Kharkiv
Crime|World

Trump fires Pam Bondi as US attorney general

U.S.

Trump fires Pam Bondi as US attorney general
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Moscow shoppers and travellers hit by payment system problem

A problem with payment systems sowed chaos on Friday for some Russian shoppers, forcing the turnstiles on the Moscow metro to allow people to enter without payment and even

Moscow shoppers and travellers hit by payment system problem
Crime|Europe|World

Greek PM reshuffles cabinet as EU aid farm fraud probe widens

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis reshuffled his cabinet on Friday, as he seeks to limit the fallout from a growing scandal

Greek PM reshuffles cabinet as EU aid farm fraud probe widens
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

No Strait talking here

It's disappointment once again for financial markets after U.S. President Donald Trump dashed hopes for a swift end to the Iran war.

No Strait talking here
MidEast|Political|World

Pope Leo urges Israel's Herzog to end Iran war in phone call, Vatican says

Pope Leo spoke on the phone with Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Friday and urged him to "reopen all paths of dialogue" to end the Iran war, the Vatican said.

Pope Leo urges Israel's Herzog to end Iran war in phone call, Vatican says
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Italy's Meloni picks new tourism minister in shake-up after referendum

Italy's culture undersecretary Gianmarco Mazzi was sworn in on Friday as the country's new tourism minister, the latest change in Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government

Italy's Meloni picks new tourism minister in shake-up after referendum
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump's anger over Iran thrusts NATO into fresh crisis

The NATO alliance has in recent years survived existential challenges - ranging from the war

Trump's anger over Iran thrusts NATO into fresh crisis
Crime|Education|Political|World

Yale report links Russian oil sector to child deportation from Ukraine

Leading Russian state oil and gas companies Rosneft and Gazprom supported wartime camps where more than 2,000 Ukrainian children were taken,

Yale report links Russian oil sector to child deportation from Ukraine
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Forget democracy, Burkina Faso military leader Traore says

Burkina Faso's military leader, who seized power in a coup in September 2022, told journalists that "people need to forget about democracy" and that "

Forget democracy, Burkina Faso military leader Traore says
Asia|Political|World

China says peace talks advance between Afghanistan, Pakistan

Negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing steadily, China said on Friday following reports that the South Asian neighbours were meeting there to try to

China says peace talks advance between Afghanistan, Pakistan
Economy|Health|World

US upends global supply program for malaria and HIV amid warnings of gaps 

The U.S. is upending the way it delivers medical supplies for diseases such as HIV and malaria to lower-income countries,

US upends global supply program for malaria and HIV amid warnings of gaps 
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US jobs report for March is stronger than expected, likely keeping Fed on sidelines

U.S. nonfarm payrolls expanded more than Wall Street anticipated last month and the jobless rate fell to 4.3%, bolstering expectations that the Federal Reserve will hold

US jobs report for March is stronger than expected, likely keeping Fed on sidelines
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration proposes expanding Chinese tech gear crackdown

The Federal Communications Commission on Friday proposed to ban the import of Chinese equipment from a group of manufacturers after previously

Trump administration proposes expanding Chinese tech gear crackdown
Crime|Economy|World

Vance to focus fraud efforts on Democratic states, Trump says

President Donald Trump on Friday said Vice President JD Vance will focus on investigating fraud in Democratic-run states in his new role as "fraud czar."

Vance to focus fraud efforts on Democratic states, Trump says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy urges lawmakers to act as Ukraine funding hangs in balance

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on lawmakers to pass key legislation next week to avert a funding crisis, help Ukraine fight the war against Russia, and

Zelenskiy urges lawmakers to act as Ukraine funding hangs in balance
Political|World

US Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth, sources say

U.S.

US Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth, sources say
Crime|Europe|World

Prosecutors open hate speech probe against French rolling news channel CNews

The Paris prosecutor's office said on Friday it had opened an investigation into French news channel CNews for possible hate speech after alleged racist comments about Bally

Prosecutors open hate speech probe against French rolling news channel CNews
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Iran leaders join crowds on Tehran's streets to project control in wartime

After more than a month of being stalked by targeted assassinations, Iran's leadership has adopted a new tactic to show it is still in control - with senior

Iran leaders join crowds on Tehran's streets to project control in wartime
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World food price rise set to continue if Iran war lasts, FAO says

World food prices climbed in March to their highest level since September last year and could rise further if the Middle East conflict that pushed

World food price rise set to continue if Iran war lasts, FAO says
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South Korea, France agree to deepen defence and energy ties amid Middle East conflict

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and

South Korea, France agree to deepen defence and energy ties amid Middle East conflict
Economy|World

French-owned CMA CGM container ship passes Strait of Hormuz, data shows

A container ship belonging to French shipping group CMA CGM has passed through the Strait of Hormuz, MarineTraffic vessel tracking

French-owned CMA CGM container ship passes Strait of Hormuz, data shows
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Trump says US can take Strait of Hormuz with more time

President Donald Trump on Friday said the U.S. can open the Strait of Hormuz with a little more time, as pressure mounts for his administration to find a quick resolution to a war

Trump says US can take Strait of Hormuz with more time
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Dem senators query gov't watchdogs over well-timed Wall Street bets

Two Democratic U.S. senators on Thursday called on Wall Street's top regulator and a Defense Department watchdog to prevent and investigate possible insider trading by

Dem senators query gov't watchdogs over well-timed Wall Street bets
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Trump seeks $152 million to reopen Alcatraz as active prison

The White House on Friday sought $152 million to return the former Alcatraz prison island to active duty, following up on President Donald Trump's call last year to

Trump seeks $152 million to reopen Alcatraz as active prison
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US Interior Department to reduce staff through deferred resignation, early retirement

The U.S. Department of the Interior will offer employees new opportunities to leave the agency as part of a plan to improve efficiency, it said in a statement on Thursday.

US Interior Department to reduce staff through deferred resignation, early retirement
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Chinese Politburo member Ma Xingrui under investigation by anti-graft watchdog

Ma Xingrui, a member of China's elite Politburo who had risen rapidly through the ranks after working as a rocket scientist, is under investigation over suspected "serious

Chinese Politburo member Ma Xingrui under investigation by anti-graft watchdog
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Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president by pro-military parliament

Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing was elected president on Friday after breezing through a parliamentary vote, formalising his grip on political power in the war-torn nation five

Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president by pro-military parliament
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DeepSeek's V4 model will run on Huawei chips, The Information reports

China's DeepSeek's new model called V4 will run on the latest chips designed by Huawei Technologies, U.S. digital news outlet The Information reported on Friday.

DeepSeek's V4 model will run on Huawei chips, The Information reports
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Senators urge Trump to bar Chinese automakers from building cars in US

Three Democratic senators on Friday urged President Donald Trump to bar Chinese automakers from building vehicles in the United States and to

Senators urge Trump to bar Chinese automakers from building cars in US
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Congo in talks with US over third-country deportations, sources say

Democratic Republic of Congo is in talks with the Trump administration about receiving deportees from other

Congo in talks with US over third-country deportations, sources say
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China moves to regulate digital humans, bans addictive services for children

China's cyberspace regulator issued draft regulations on Friday to oversee the development online of digital humans, requiring clear labelling and banning services that

China moves to regulate digital humans, bans addictive services for children
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US judge upholds block on subpoenas to Fed's Powell, teeing up likely appeal

A U.S. judge on Friday stood by his prior decision to block subpoenas issued in a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair

US judge upholds block on subpoenas to Fed's Powell, teeing up likely appeal
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US labor market posts largest jobs gain in 15 months, but clouds brewing from Iran war

U.S. job growth rebounded more than expected in March as a strike by healthcare workers ended and temperatures warmed up, but downside risks for the

US labor market posts largest jobs gain in 15 months, but clouds brewing from Iran war
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Zelenskiy accuses Russia of 'Easter escalation' as massive daytime attack kills two

A large-scale daytime Russian strike killed at least two people in Ukraine on Friday, officials said, in what President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of 'Easter escalation' as massive daytime attack kills two
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Highs and lows from the US jobs report

U.S. employment growth snapped back in March after a hefty decline in February, and the jobless rate declined unexpectedly to 4.3%, but economists found the headline

Highs and lows from the US jobs report
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Democratic-led states sue to block Trump's order tightening mail-in voting

A coalition of Democratic state attorneys general filed a lawsuit on Friday challenging U.S.

Democratic-led states sue to block Trump's order tightening mail-in voting
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Japan turns up FX heat as volatility rises, signals readiness to act

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama on Friday put currency traders on notice, saying the government stands ready to act against

Japan turns up FX heat as volatility rises, signals readiness to act
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Italy's Meloni visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE amid Gulf tensions, energy worries

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni flew to Saudi Arabia on Friday for a previously unannounced trip that will also include meetings in

Italy's Meloni visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE amid Gulf tensions, energy worries
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LIV Golf leader says the show will go on amid reports of Saudi funding uncertainty

The CEO of LIV Golf is seeking to quell speculation about the Saudi-funded league's financial status by saying the rest of the season will go on interrupted

LIV Golf leader says the show will go on amid reports of Saudi funding uncertainty
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Kazakhstan releases endangered saker falcons in Saudi-backed restoration drive

With a loud thwack of their wings, the falcons took flight, quickly soaring high above the rocky desert landscape of Altyn-Emel National Park

Kazakhstan releases endangered saker falcons in Saudi-backed restoration drive
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Japanese, French and Omani vessels cross the Strait of Hormuz

Three Omani-operated tankers, a French-owned container ship and a Japanese-owned gas carrier have crossed the Strait of Hormuz

Japanese, French and Omani vessels cross the Strait of Hormuz
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Stronger, broader hiring could ease Fed job market worries

Hiring that strengthened and broadened in March will likely cement the U.S.

Stronger, broader hiring could ease Fed job market worries
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Italy's central bank cuts growth forecasts, lifts inflation estimates in blow to PM Meloni

The Italian economy will grow by 0.6% this year and 0.5% in 2027, the country's central bank said in a report on Friday, cutting its previous estimates

Italy's central bank cuts growth forecasts, lifts inflation estimates in blow to PM Meloni
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IMF urges BOJ to keep raising rates even as Iran war poses new risks

The International Monetary Fund urged the Bank of Japan to continue raising interest rates, even as the Middle East war posed "significant new risks" to the

IMF urges BOJ to keep raising rates even as Iran war poses new risks
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Telegram's Durov says Russia triggered payment system problem by blocking VPNs

Telegram founder Pavel Durov said on Saturday Russia's attempt to block Virtual Private Networks triggered a problem with a domestic payment system, adding that tens of

Telegram's Durov says Russia triggered payment system problem by blocking VPNs
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Vietnam Q1 growth slows as costlier Middle East energy tests 2026 target

Vietnam's economy slowed in the first quarter from the three months prior, data showed on Saturday, as heavy exposure to Middle Eastern oil

Vietnam Q1 growth slows as costlier Middle East energy tests 2026 target
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Stick to Easter travel, Australians told, though hundreds of petrol stations dry

Australians were urged to maintain their travel plans for Easter weekend although hundreds of petrol stations, mostly in rural areas, were without power on Saturday, as the Iran

Stick to Easter travel, Australians told, though hundreds of petrol stations dry
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Downed planes raise new perils for Trump as Tehran hunts for missing US pilot

Two U.S. warplanes were downed over Iran and the Gulf, Iranian and U.S. officials said on Friday, with two pilots rescued and a

Downed planes raise new perils for Trump as Tehran hunts for missing US pilot
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White House says Trump orders back pay from shutdown to all homeland security employees

U.S.

White House says Trump orders back pay from shutdown to all homeland security employees
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UN Hormuz vote now expected next week; China opposes authorization of force

The U.N.

UN Hormuz vote now expected next week; China opposes authorization of force
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US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to ease Hormuz Strait chokehold soon, sources say

Recent U.S. intelligence reports warn that Iran is unlikely to open the Strait of Hormuz any time soon because its grip

US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to ease Hormuz Strait chokehold soon, sources say
World

US fighter jet shot down over Iran, search underway for crew member, US officials say

A U.S. fighter jet was shot down over Iran and search-and-rescue efforts have so far recovered one of two crew members who ejected, a U.S

US fighter jet shot down over Iran, search underway for crew member, US officials say
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Trump proposes to begin privatizing TSA screening operations

President Donald Trump on Friday proposed to begin privatizing airport security operations handled by the Transportation Security Administration, in an effort to save

Trump proposes to begin privatizing TSA screening operations
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Cambodian parliament passes landmark cybercrime law after scam centre scrutiny

Cambodia's parliament on Friday passed the first law dedicated to targeting scam centres accused of bilking international victims out of billions of

Cambodian parliament passes landmark cybercrime law after scam centre scrutiny
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Israel strikes Beirut, US warns Iran may hit Lebanese universities

Israel pounded Beirut with airstrikes on Friday that the military said had targeted militant "infrastructure" in Lebanon's capital, as the

Israel strikes Beirut, US warns Iran may hit Lebanese universities
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Russian oil terminals under attack unable to accept shipments for second week, sources say

Russia's Baltic oil export hubs at Ust-Luga and Primorsk remain unable to handle shipments after a series of Ukrainian drone attacks, prompting the country's refineries to find

Russian oil terminals under attack unable to accept shipments for second week, sources say
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Cyberattack targeted Italy's Uffizi but nothing stolen, museum says

Florence's Uffizi Galleries said on Friday they had been hit by a cyberattack earlier this year, but denied a newspaper report that the incident caused a major security

Cyberattack targeted Italy's Uffizi but nothing stolen, museum says
Travel|World

Iraq-Iran border crossing at Shalamcheh returns to normal after closure due to air strikes

Passenger movement has returned to normal at the Shalamcheh border crossing between Iraq and Iran after it was closed following air strikes on the Iranian side that

Iraq-Iran border crossing at Shalamcheh returns to normal after closure due to air strikes
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In Istanbul, Zelenskiy vows greater security co-operation with Turkey

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced greater security co-operation with Turkey after meeting his counterpart Tayyip

In Istanbul, Zelenskiy vows greater security co-operation with Turkey
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US envoys Witkoff and Kushner could visit Ukraine, Kyiv says

U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner could travel to Kyiv in April, the Ukrainian president's top aide Kyrylo Budanov said on Saturday, amid efforts to revive peace

US envoys Witkoff and Kushner could visit Ukraine, Kyiv says
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Russia evacuates 198 more staff from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant, agencies report

Russia's state nuclear company Rosatom evacuated a further 198 of its staff from Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant on Saturday, Russian news agencies reported.

Russia evacuates 198 more staff from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant, agencies report
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Five EU countries call for windfall tax on energy companies

Five European Union countries are calling for a windfall tax on energy companies' profits in reaction to rising fuel prices due to the Iran war, according

Five EU countries call for windfall tax on energy companies
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Slovak PM says EU should drop sanctions on Russian oil and gas to boost energy security

The European Union should end sanctions on Russian oil and gas imports, take steps to restore Druzhba oil pipeline flows and end the war in Ukraine to tackle the energy

Slovak PM says EU should drop sanctions on Russian oil and gas to boost energy security
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ISS recommends vote against BP board's move to scrap some climate reporting

Influential proxy adviser Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) has recommended a vote against the BP board's move to revoke some previous company-

ISS recommends vote against BP board's move to scrap some climate reporting
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Virginia Giuffre's family urges King Charles to meet Epstein survivors during US visit

The family of Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre on Saturday urged Britain's King Charles to meet with survivors during his state visit to the United

Virginia Giuffre's family urges King Charles to meet Epstein survivors during US visit
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UK police arrest fourth suspect at court over attack on Jewish ambulances

British police arrested a fourth person in connection with an arson attack on Jewish community ambulances, with the detention happening at a London court

UK police arrest fourth suspect at court over attack on Jewish ambulances
Africa|Political|World

Cameroon approves role of vice president to 93-year-old Biya

Cameroon's parliament on Saturday overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment to reintroduce the position of vice president, a measure the

Cameroon approves role of vice president to 93-year-old Biya
Americas|Crime|World

Cuba begins releasing prisoners under scrutiny of rights groups, U.S. govt

Cuba began releasing prisoners from its jails on Friday just hours after its communist-run government announced a sweeping amnesty

Cuba begins releasing prisoners under scrutiny of rights groups, U.S. govt
Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo's Good Friday service offers prayer for deported children

Pope Leo led a candle-lit service with thousands of Catholics inside Rome's famed Colosseum on Friday evening that featured prayers for war orphans and

Pope Leo's Good Friday service offers prayer for deported children
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Taiwan says it has assurances over LNG supplies from 'major' country

Taiwan has received supply assurances from the energy minister of a "major" liquefied natural gas-producing country, the island's economy minister said on Saturday,

Taiwan says it has assurances over LNG supplies from 'major' country
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India makes first Iranian oil buy in seven years with no payment problems

Indian refiners have purchased Iranian oil amid the Middle East conflict that has disrupted supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, the oil ministry said on Saturday.

India makes first Iranian oil buy in seven years with no payment problems
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Inflation in focus for markets jostled by Middle East war signals

A fresh read on inflation and initial company results next week could start to show the Middle East war's effects on the U.S. economy and corporate

Inflation in focus for markets jostled by Middle East war signals
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Israeli fire kills four Palestinians in Gaza, medics say

An Israeli airstrike killed four Palestinians in the northern Gaza Strip on Sunday, local health authorities said, in the latest violence to overshadow a fragile ceasefire

Israeli fire kills four Palestinians in Gaza, medics say
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Turkish policymakers defend steps; investors see rate hike possible

Turkey's central bank chief and finance minister have told investors they are confident in the steps taken to address the fallout from the

Turkish policymakers defend steps; investors see rate hike possible
MidEast|World

Iran says several 'enemy aircraft' destroyed during US pilot rescue mission

Several aircraft were destroyed in the south of Iran's Isfahan province during a U.S. mission to find a stranded airman, Iranian military officials said on Sunday.

Iran says several 'enemy aircraft' destroyed during US pilot rescue mission
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Congo says it will receive third-country deportees under new deal with US

Democratic Republic of Congo will receive third-country nationals deported from the United States under a new deal with the Trump administration, the government in

Congo says it will receive third-country deportees under new deal with US
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Foxconn first-quarter revenue jumps, company cautions on geopolitics

Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker, reported a 29.7% on-year rise in first-quarter revenue on strong demand for artificial intelligence

Foxconn first-quarter revenue jumps, company cautions on geopolitics
MidEast|Political|World

Egypt says it held calls with US Witkoff, regional counterparts

Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held separate calls to discuss proposals for regional de-escalation with U.S.

Egypt says it held calls with US Witkoff, regional counterparts
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High-stakes US special forces mission rescues airman from Iran after F-15 crash

U.S. forces staged the audacious rescue of an airman behind enemy lines after

High-stakes US special forces mission rescues airman from Iran after F-15 crash
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Saudi Arabia's non-oil business activity shrinks in March amid conflict, PMI shows

Saudi Arabia's non-oil private sector activity contracted in March for the first time since August 2020, as the war in the Middle East snarled up supply chains, a business survey

Saudi Arabia's non-oil business activity shrinks in March amid conflict, PMI shows
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War weighs on Egypt's private sector as PMI hits near two-year low in March

Egypt's non-oil private sector deteriorated at its sharpest pace in almost two years in March, as the Middle East war drove up costs and dampened client demand, a closely watched

War weighs on Egypt's private sector as PMI hits near two-year low in March
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South Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels

South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol met with envoys from Gulf countries to shore up energy security and the safety of Korean vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, the

South Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels