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BHP electrical workers to vote on strike at key Australian iron ore export hub

Hundreds of BHP electrical workers at Port Hedland in Western Australia will vote on a potential strike action, a union said on Friday,

BHP electrical workers to vote on strike at key Australian iron ore export hub
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China home prices likely to fall at slower pace this year; seen rising in 2027

China's home prices are expected to fall at a slower pace than forecast in a March survey and edge up in 2027, suggesting the sector remains

China home prices likely to fall at slower pace this year; seen rising in 2027
Science|Technology|World

China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos

In a remote Chinese desert, a vast military complex is taking shape that some security scholars say appears built to ensure

China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos
Australia|Crime|Lifestyle|World

Australian mushroom murderer Erin Patterson's appeal against murder conviction set for August

An appeal against an Australian woman's murder conviction for killing three relatives with a meal laced with toxic mushrooms

Australian mushroom murderer Erin Patterson's appeal against murder conviction set for August
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Malaysia PM Anwar under pressure amid growing defections from his party

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is under growing pressure from a wave of defections to a new party set up by a former protege, analysts and

Malaysia PM Anwar under pressure amid growing defections from his party
Economy|Political|Technology|World

With a stalemate in Ukraine and discontent at home, Putin seems ready to escalate his war

President Vladimir Putin is facing a battlefield stalemate in Ukraine and growing war fatigue among Russians and appears ready to change the narrative around the conflict

With a stalemate in Ukraine and discontent at home, Putin seems ready to escalate his war
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Electrical workers threaten strike at BHP iron ore port by end of June

Electrical workers at BHP's Port Hedland bulk export port in Western Australia may take strike action by end of the financial year on June 30, a union group said on Friday.

Electrical workers threaten strike at BHP iron ore port by end of June
Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Illegal miners extract billions in Amazon gold despite Brazil crackdown, Greenpeace finds

Billions of dollars worth of gold is still being extracted illegally from Brazil's Amazon rainforest, a study by

Illegal miners extract billions in Amazon gold despite Brazil crackdown, Greenpeace finds
Business|Science|Technology|World

Huawei bets on speed over shrinking transistors to sidestep US chip sanctions

Huawei's new chip design principle focused on boosting transmission speed rather than continuing to shrink semiconductors offers a path for

Huawei bets on speed over shrinking transistors to sidestep US chip sanctions
Crime|World

Man wanted over 3 killings apprehended after an intense search of Hawaii’s Big Island

A man wanted in connection with the killings of three men has been apprehended after a massive search of Hawaii’s Big Island

Man wanted over 3 killings apprehended after an intense search of Hawaii’s Big Island
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

Trump's room to maneuver narrows as US, Iran close in on framework deal

President Donald Trump finds himself in a bind as he seeks to end the war against Iran: he is under pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and get

Trump's room to maneuver narrows as US, Iran close in on framework deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

New Zealand central bank governor signals earlier and steeper rate hikes

Reserve Bank of New Zealand Governor Anna Breman said on Friday interest rates were likely to increase sooner and by more than previously signalled to combat inflation.

New Zealand central bank governor signals earlier and steeper rate hikes
Business|Economy|Finance|World

New Zealand Labour says budget fails to address rising living costs

New Zealand shadow finance minister Barbara Edmonds said on Friday she backed efforts to return the government's books to surplus, but said Labour would make different

New Zealand Labour says budget fails to address rising living costs
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

US probes Reid Hoffman group over funding lawsuits against Trump, source says

The U.S. Justice Department has opened an investigation into a group tied to billionaire Reid Hoffman over its partial funding of writer E.

US probes Reid Hoffman group over funding lawsuits against Trump, source says
Business|Technology|World

Minority union at Samsung Electronics to challenge pay deal in court

A minority labour union at Samsung Electronics representing its consumer electronics workers will ask a South Korean court to suspend the implementation of a pay deal that

Minority union at Samsung Electronics to challenge pay deal in court
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

KPMG Australia CEO and audit head quit over whistleblower investigation

Accounting firm KPMG Australia said on Friday its CEO and head of audit had resigned because of shortcomings in the handling of a

KPMG Australia CEO and audit head quit over whistleblower investigation
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Humanoids dance and thread needles as Japanese robotics developers look to outdo Chinese

The Humanoids Summit Tokyo showcases advanced robotics, highlighting China's growing influence

Humanoids dance and thread needles as Japanese robotics developers look to outdo Chinese
Business|Environment|Health|Travel|World

They were trapped looking for gold in a flooded cave. How were they found and will they be rescued?

They were trapped looking for gold in a flooded cave. How were they found and will they be rescued?

They were trapped looking for gold in a flooded cave. How were they found and will they be rescued?
Crime|Health|Political|World

6 protesters arrested after clash with ICE officers outside a New Jersey detention center

Protesters have clashed with armed federal immigration officers in front of a New Jersey detention center where advocates have asserted detainees are staging a hunger strike

6 protesters arrested after clash with ICE officers outside a New Jersey detention center
Arts|Education|Food|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|World

Australians think this place is boring. Here’s why you should visit anyway

Australians think this place is boring. Here’s why you should visit anyway

Australians think this place is boring. Here’s why you should visit anyway
Education|Environment|Science|Travel|World

What to know about Manhattanhenge, NYC's sunset spectacle

New York City residents and visitors are treated to a phenomenon twice a year known as Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligns with the Manhattan street grid and sinks below the horizon framed in a canyon of skyscrapers

What to know about Manhattanhenge, NYC's sunset spectacle
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Vance says US not there yet on Iran, but close

U.S.

Vance says US not there yet on Iran, but close
Crime|Europe|World

Russia-installed Donetsk region leader says Ukrainian drones kill three workers

A Ukrainian drone attack killed three utility workers in a Russian-controlled part of Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region on Thursday, the Kremlin-installed head of the region said.

Russia-installed Donetsk region leader says Ukrainian drones kill three workers
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Core inflation in Tokyo stays below BOJ goal, factory output rebounds

Annual core inflation in Japan's capital stayed below the central bank's 2% target for a fourth straight month in May, data showed on Friday, as fuel and

Core inflation in Tokyo stays below BOJ goal, factory output rebounds
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US judge tosses Trump administration's challenge to Boston's 'sanctuary' immigration law

A federal judge threw out a lawsuit that U.S.

US judge tosses Trump administration's challenge to Boston's 'sanctuary' immigration law
Business|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Explosion and fire at a Dallas apartment building kills at least 3 people, including a child

A fire official says a huge fire has destroyed a two-story apartment building in Dallas and killed a child and at least two other people

Explosion and fire at a Dallas apartment building kills at least 3 people, including a child
Sports|World

Lionel Messi is in Argentina’s World Cup squad as coach Scaloni calms injury fears

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has confirmed that most of the reigning world champions, including Lionel Messi, will be part of the squad for the upcoming World Cup

Lionel Messi is in Argentina’s World Cup squad as coach Scaloni calms injury fears
Business|Crime|Environment|World

Crews recover the remains of 6 of the 9 workers missing after Washington chemical tank rupture

Crews have recovered the remains of six of nine workers who were missing after a chemical tank ruptured at at paper mill in Washington state, officials said Thursday

Crews recover the remains of 6 of the 9 workers missing after Washington chemical tank rupture
Crime|Health|Travel|World

Ghanaian mother and child detained at airport for days after arriving on valid visas, lawyers say

A pregnant woman from Ghana who entered the U.S. on a valid visa with her son so he could get medical attention has been held for more than a week in a windowless detention room at a Washington airport, her lawyers said in court documents

Ghanaian mother and child detained at airport for days after arriving on valid visas, lawyers say
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Latest: Iran negotiators agree to extend ceasefire, begin nuclear talks pending Trump approval

U.S. and Iranian negotiators have reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and start talks on Iran’s nuclear program

The Latest: Iran negotiators agree to extend ceasefire, begin nuclear talks pending Trump approval
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli and Russian forces added to UN blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zones

An annual United Nations report documenting sexual violence in conflicts worldwide has included Israeli forces for the first time since the review began more than 15 years ago for their treatment of Palestinian detainees

Israeli and Russian forces added to UN blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zones
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US Federal Trade Commission probes rising fertilizer prices

The U.S.

US Federal Trade Commission probes rising fertilizer prices
Business|Economy|Finance|World

RBNZ MPC member Gourley says rates likely to rise sooner rather than later

New Zealand interest rates are expected to rise "sooner rather than later", Reserve Bank of New Zealand Monetary Policy Committee member Hayley Gourley

RBNZ MPC member Gourley says rates likely to rise sooner rather than later
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

Austrian who planned attack on Taylor Swift concert gets 15 years in prison

An Austrian court on Thursday sentenced a 21-year-old man who admitted planning a foiled Islamist attack on a Taylor Swift concert in

Austrian who planned attack on Taylor Swift concert gets 15 years in prison
Americas|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Russia brushes off US call not to launch 'systemic strikes' on Kyiv

The United States on Thursday leveled unusually harsh criticism against Russia and called for it to refrain from its promised "

Russia brushes off US call not to launch 'systemic strikes' on Kyiv
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK business sentiment edges up in May, Lloyds says

British business sentiment edged up in May and is now close to its level before the Iran war, according to a monthly survey by Lloyds on Friday which contrasted with most

UK business sentiment edges up in May, Lloyds says
Business|Science|Technology|World

Samsung Electronics ships HBM4E chip samples to global customers

Samsung Electronics said on Friday it has started shipping samples of its latest high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chip, or the 12-layer HBM4E, marking what it said was the

Samsung Electronics ships HBM4E chip samples to global customers
Crime|Political|World

US to designate two Brazilian gangs as 'terrorist organizations,' Rubio says

The United States plans to designate Brazil's two biggest criminal gangs as terrorist organizations, U.S.

US to designate two Brazilian gangs as 'terrorist organizations,' Rubio says
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science|Technology|World

How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations

How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations

How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations
Environment|Travel|World

Conditions of 4 climbers who fell on Mount McKinley unknown as rescuers try to reach them

Rescuers are trying to reach four climbers who fell on Alaska’s Mount McKinley, North America’s tallest peak, the National Park Service said Thursday

Conditions of 4 climbers who fell on Mount McKinley unknown as rescuers try to reach them
Business|Sports|World

US trains for World Cup at new $250 million, 200-acre, 19-field complex south of Atlanta

Jozy Altidore says the U.S. Soccer National Training Center is far different from where he trained with the national team a decade ago

US trains for World Cup at new $250 million, 200-acre, 19-field complex south of Atlanta
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US government labels Brazil's 2 biggest drug gangs as foreign terrorist organizations

The U.S. State Department says it will designate Brazil’s two biggest criminal groups as foreign terrorist organizations early next month, a move that the South American nation’s government has repeatedly said it will interpret as undue interference in its politics

US government labels Brazil's 2 biggest drug gangs as foreign terrorist organizations
Arts|Business|Entertainment|World

ABC stations call FCC's early call for license renewal 'unconstitutional'

ABC-owned TV stations across the U.S. are criticizing the Federal Communications Commission for an early review of their broadcast licenses

ABC stations call FCC's early call for license renewal 'unconstitutional'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Stocks sizzle on ceasefire extension

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq forged new record highs on Thursday, and the dollar and Treasury yields fell after the U.S. and Iran agreed to extend

Trading Day: Stocks sizzle on ceasefire extension
Economy|Political|World

Iran, US reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump's approval

The United States and Iran reached an agreement on Thursday to extend their ceasefire and lift restrictions on

Iran, US reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump's approval
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Brazil rare earths miner Viridis to sell to US, European buyers, not China, CEO says

Australian rare earths miner Viridis Mining and Minerals is in advanced discussions with potential offtake buyers in Europe and the U.S. for its

Brazil rare earths miner Viridis to sell to US, European buyers, not China, CEO says
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Cheniere signs $4.69 billion deal with Bechtel to expand LNG export capacity

Cheniere Energy Partners said on Thursday it signed a contract with Bechtel Corp for engineering, procurement and construction of the first phase of its Sabine Pass LNG expansion

Cheniere signs $4.69 billion deal with Bechtel to expand LNG export capacity
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Cuba sees higher risk of US military aggression as talks stall

Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister Josefina Vidal sees the risk of U.S. military aggression against the island growing as negotiations between the nations

Cuba sees higher risk of US military aggression as talks stall
Arts|Business|Entertainment|World

ABC files early station license renewals, calls effort illegitimate

Walt Disney unit ABC on Thursday filed applications for early license review with the Federal Communications Commission for its eight company owned

ABC files early station license renewals, calls effort illegitimate
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

North Korea not keen to engage with the US or South Korea, Singapore FM says

North Korea does not seem keen to engage with the United States, South Korea or Japan and is focused on building up its self-reliance and military deterrence,

North Korea not keen to engage with the US or South Korea, Singapore FM says
Sports|World

French Open stunner: No. 1 Jannik Sinner struggles with dizziness during heat wave in 2nd-round loss

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner is out in the French Open second round

French Open stunner: No. 1 Jannik Sinner struggles with dizziness during heat wave in 2nd-round loss
Health|World

Proposed US Ebola facility in Kenya sparks backlash at home and abroad

Proposed US Ebola facility in Kenya sparks backlash at home and abroad

Proposed US Ebola facility in Kenya sparks backlash at home and abroad
Business|Environment|World

Canada's South Bow flags need for 'durable' US permit before Keystone XL pipeline restart

Canadian pipeline operator South Bow needs proof that a U.S. presidential permit is "durable" before proceeding with a partial revival of the Keystone XL oil

Canada's South Bow flags need for 'durable' US permit before Keystone XL pipeline restart
Business|Economy|Sports|Technology|World

NBA's board of governors passes anti-tanking changes to draft lottery

The NBA has approved sweeping changes to the draft lottery that will strip the teams with the worst records from receiving the best odds of winning the No. 1 pick

NBA's board of governors passes anti-tanking changes to draft lottery
Economy|Environment|Opinion|Political|World

Trump administration pledges $100M in aid for Cuba, but only if Catholic or other faith-based groups distribute it

The timing of the offer was thorny because it coincided with the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro.

Trump administration pledges $100M in aid for Cuba, but only if Catholic or other faith-based groups distribute it
Interview|Sports|World

Pochettino says agent spoke with AC Milan, others, no decision on future until after World Cup

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino says he's open to staying with the American national team after the World Cup

Pochettino says agent spoke with AC Milan, others, no decision on future until after World Cup
Business|Economy|Political|World

US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran's military oil sales, Treasury says

The U.S. said on Thursday it has imposed new sanctions on Iran's military oil trade, even as Washington and Tehran reached a tentative agreement to extend their

US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran's military oil sales, Treasury says
Health|Science|World

WHO identifies Ebola treatments, vaccines be tested in trials amid outbreak

The World Health Organization recommended prioritizing three experimental treatments for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, including Mapp Biopharmaceutical's MBP134, Regeneron's

WHO identifies Ebola treatments, vaccines be tested in trials amid outbreak
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Bolivian minister rules out president's resignation despite ongoing unrest

A Bolivian senior minister on Thursday ruled out any possibility of President Rodrigo Paz resigning and told

Bolivian minister rules out president's resignation despite ongoing unrest
Business|Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Chilean American stolen as a baby reunites with his mom and gets a second chance at family

For the first time since he was an infant, Kyle Adler boarded a plane in February to meet his birth mother

Chilean American stolen as a baby reunites with his mom and gets a second chance at family
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Chinese online retailer Temu hit with $232 million fine over unsafe toys and electronics

European Union regulators have fined Chinese online retailer Temu for failing to protect consumers from illegal products

Chinese online retailer Temu hit with $232 million fine over unsafe toys and electronics
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Zelenskyy says he's pressing US for more Patriot missiles for Ukraine to counter Russian strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is pressing the United States for more Patriot air defense missiles to counter Russian attacks

Zelenskyy says he's pressing US for more Patriot missiles for Ukraine to counter Russian strikes
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

America’s pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast

America’s pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast

America’s pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Republicans' recent stumbles in Congress highlight the difficult road ahead for their agenda

Republicans' stumble on an immigration funding bill is raising questions about other parts of their legislative agenda

Republicans' recent stumbles in Congress highlight the difficult road ahead for their agenda
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Italy seizes gold, luxury villas and cash tied to Sicilian Mafia drug-trafficking gains

Italian authorities have seized over $232 million in assets linked to the late mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro’s drug trafficking network

Italy seizes gold, luxury villas and cash tied to Sicilian Mafia drug-trafficking gains
Business|Economy|Europe|World

‘I made my own coffee’: BP chair hints cost-cutting push led to his ouster as he hits back at ‘lies’

‘I made my own coffee’: BP chair hints cost-cutting push led to his ouster as he hits back at ‘lies’

‘I made my own coffee’: BP chair hints cost-cutting push led to his ouster as he hits back at ‘lies’
Europe|Technology|World

Russia says Europe should show proof of claims about jamming GPS signals

Russia's foreign ministry said on Thursday that Europe should show some proof of its allegations that Moscow is jamming GPS signals in Europe. 

Russia says Europe should show proof of claims about jamming GPS signals
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan, Philippines to discuss information sharing pact to ease arms exports

Japan and the Philippines said on Thursday they would begin talks on an agreement to share classified information to allow Tokyo to step up transfers of military equipment to

Japan, Philippines to discuss information sharing pact to ease arms exports
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's lower house approves Lula-backed proposal to cut work week

Brazil's lower house approved late on Wednesday a constitutional amendment reducing the workweek, a measure that President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva hopes to use as a

Brazil's lower house approves Lula-backed proposal to cut work week
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Best Buy forecasts upbeat sales as AI gadgets boost demand; shares rise

Best Buy on Thursday forecast second-quarter sales above Wall Street estimates after beating quarterly expectations on steady demand for AI-powered smartphones and

Best Buy forecasts upbeat sales as AI gadgets boost demand; shares rise
Business|Europe|Political|World

German-Dutch corps to lead NATO land forces in Estonia and Latvia

A combined German-Dutch army corps will take command of NATO land forces in Estonia and Latvia later this year to strengthen the alliance's eastern flank against a potential Russian

German-Dutch corps to lead NATO land forces in Estonia and Latvia
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|World

Uribe's protege Valencia seeks to become Colombia’s first female president

Right-wing Colombian lawyer and senator Paloma Valencia is running to become her country's first female president in a Sunday presidential contest,

Uribe's protege Valencia seeks to become Colombia’s first female president
Economy|Education|Finance|Political|World

Leftist Colombia presidential candidate Cepeda pledges to step up economic, social reforms

Leftist Colombian activist and Senator Ivan Cepeda, whose youth was marked by exile and his father's murder at the hands of right-wing paramilitaries, is

Leftist Colombia presidential candidate Cepeda pledges to step up economic, social reforms
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Three months, and counting

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets It’s now a full three months into the Iran war, and the United States

Three months, and counting
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

FDA advisers to weigh composition of COVID vaccines for 2026-2027

The U.S.

FDA advisers to weigh composition of COVID vaccines for 2026-2027
Africa|Crime|Education|World

Fire rips through a dormitory at a girls' school in Kenya, killing at least 16 students

A fire has devastated a girls' boarding school in central Kenya, killing at least 16 students and injuring many more

Fire rips through a dormitory at a girls' school in Kenya, killing at least 16 students
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Inflation challenges US Treasuries' traditional role in portfolios

A selloff in government bonds is testing one of the most basic assumptions in markets: that Treasuries and other high-quality debt will cushion portfolios when

Inflation challenges US Treasuries' traditional role in portfolios
Business|Economy|World

US, Mexico launch formal trade talks, haggle over automotive content rules

U.S. and Mexican negotiators began formal talks to revamp the North American trade deal on Thursday, with Washington demanding stricter

US, Mexico launch formal trade talks, haggle over automotive content rules
Asia|Business|Economy|World

More than half of Asia-Pacific's rich worry about recession, Lombard Odier says

More than half of wealthy individuals in Asia-Pacific consider an economic recession their biggest worry over the next three years, a survey by Lombard Odier found, and

More than half of Asia-Pacific's rich worry about recession, Lombard Odier says
Political|World

How Israel has emptied southern Lebanon far beyond the front lines

The ceasefire agreed in Lebanon last month has brought little respite for civilians, who are being driven

How Israel has emptied southern Lebanon far beyond the front lines
Business|Economy|Europe|World

No Chinese subsidies involved in Ceconomy deal, JD.com says

JD.com's acquisition of German retailer Ceconomy will not be financed by Chinese subsidies, the Chinese online retailer said on Thursday after EU antitrust regulators

No Chinese subsidies involved in Ceconomy deal, JD.com says
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|World

France becomes first EU country to reimburse anti-obesity drugs, minister says

France will reimburse the cost of weight-loss drugs prescribed to severely obese patients from mid-June in a first for a European Union

France becomes first EU country to reimburse anti-obesity drugs, minister says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

JD.com's Ceconomy deal involves Chinese subsidies, EU regulators warn

Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com's $2.5 billion bid for German electronics retailer Ceconomy may involve Chinese subsidies, European Union competition

JD.com's Ceconomy deal involves Chinese subsidies, EU regulators warn
Business|Economy|Technology|World

IBM commits $5 billion to secure open-source software

IBM said on Thursday it has committed $5 billion to an initiative that will deploy engineers and AI tools to help companies better secure open source software.

IBM commits $5 billion to secure open-source software
Health|Science|World

WHO chief heads to Congo amid surging Ebola cases

The World Health Organization chief said on Thursday he was on his way to the Democratic Republic of Congo where an Ebola outbreak is outpacing the world's ability to

WHO chief heads to Congo amid surging Ebola cases
Crime|Technology|World

US military personnel are being targeted using location data, Pentagon letter shows

U.S. forces deployed to war zones have been targeted using commercially available location data, according to reports fielded by military officials, an

US military personnel are being targeted using location data, Pentagon letter shows
Economy|Political|World

Ethiopian leader Abiy's party set to dominate elections despite insecurity

Ethiopians will vote in parliamentary and regional elections on Monday that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s party is expected to dominate despite significant unrest across much

Ethiopian leader Abiy's party set to dominate elections despite insecurity
Europe|Political|World

Russia will not choose who speaks for Europe in potential Ukraine talks, EU ministers say

Russia will not choose who represents Europe in any potential talks with Moscow over Ukraine, EU foreign ministers said on

Russia will not choose who speaks for Europe in potential Ukraine talks, EU ministers say
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

EU says jet fuel market to get tighter if Hormuz situation does not improve

The market for jet fuel in the European Union could get tighter if the situation in the Strait of Hormuz does not improve within weeks, said the European Commission on

EU says jet fuel market to get tighter if Hormuz situation does not improve
Election|Political|US|World

Judge refuses to block Trump order to limit mail voting. There's no immediate effect on the midterms

A federal judge is declining to halt President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to create a national list of eligible voters and limit mail voting

Judge refuses to block Trump order to limit mail voting. There's no immediate effect on the midterms
Education|Entertainment|Political|World

Conan O’Brien speaks at Harvard commencement as Trump tightens pressure on the school

Harvard graduates heard from comedian and television host Conan O’Brien at their commencement

Conan O’Brien speaks at Harvard commencement as Trump tightens pressure on the school
Environment|Science|Technology|World

A rare blue micromoon rises this weekend

Get set for a rare blue micromoon this weekend

A rare blue micromoon rises this weekend
Business|Technology|World

CNN sues Perplexity over alleged AI copyright theft

CNN sues Perplexity over alleged AI copyright theft

CNN sues Perplexity over alleged AI copyright theft
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Inflation is at a three-year high — and now many Americans are burning through their savings

Inflation is at a three-year high — and now many Americans are burning through their savings

Inflation is at a three-year high — and now many Americans are burning through their savings
Economy|World

US jobless claims rise to 215,000 but layoffs remain low despite Iran war uncertainty

More Americans sought unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty caused by the Iran war

US jobless claims rise to 215,000 but layoffs remain low despite Iran war uncertainty
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

Trump refiles $10 billion lawsuit over Wall Street Journal report on Epstein birthday letter

Trump refiles $10 billion lawsuit over Wall Street Journal report on Epstein birthday letter

Trump refiles $10 billion lawsuit over Wall Street Journal report on Epstein birthday letter
Business|Economy|Political|World

Carney seeks new US-Canada partnership as world undergoes 'rupture'

By Michael S.

Carney seeks new US-Canada partnership as world undergoes 'rupture'
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

How the NBA Finals and World Cup could combine for a commuting catastrophe

How the NBA Finals and World Cup could combine for a commuting catastrophe

How the NBA Finals and World Cup could combine for a commuting catastrophe
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

Ice hockey-Canada through to world championship semis after win over US

Canada cruised to a 4-0 win over reigning champions the United States to book their spot in the semi-finals of the International Ice Hockey Federation World

Ice hockey-Canada through to world championship semis after win over US
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu directs Israeli forces to expand Gaza control to 70 percent

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday he had directed Israel's military to take more of Gaza, initially by seizing 70% of

Netanyahu directs Israeli forces to expand Gaza control to 70 percent
Economy|Political|World

India's Gen Z ‘Cockroach’ party channels youth anger but faces offline hurdles

The largest online expression of dissent against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 12-year rule began with a satirical riposte to

India's Gen Z ‘Cockroach’ party channels youth anger but faces offline hurdles
Africa|Health|Political|Science|World

Aid supplies reach heart of Congo's Ebola outbreak as WHO head travels to Kinshasa

Aid supplies have been rushed in to the center of Congo's Ebola outbreak where medical workers are struggling with equipment shortages, distrustful locals and armed groups

Aid supplies reach heart of Congo's Ebola outbreak as WHO head travels to Kinshasa
Europe|World

French parliament backs repeal of slavery-era edicts, dodges reparations call

French lawmakers voted on Thursday to formally repeal slavery-era laws that defined the legal status of enslaved people as "movable property" and justified

French parliament backs repeal of slavery-era edicts, dodges reparations call
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US first-quarter GDP growth revised lower to 1.6% pace

U.S. economic growth was not a strong as initially thought in the first quarter, and momentum is set to slow this quarter, with the war with Iran stoking inflation and

US first-quarter GDP growth revised lower to 1.6% pace
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Brazil economic growth expected to have picked up in Q1 on stronger manufacturing

Brazil's economy is expected to have grown faster in the first quarter against the last three months of 2025 aided by stronger manufacturing activity,

Brazil economic growth expected to have picked up in Q1 on stronger manufacturing
MidEast|Political|World

Israel carries out strike on Beirut suburbs, first near capital in weeks

An Israeli strike hit a building in the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital on Thursday, the first strike to hit near Beirut in weeks amid a ceasefire that has failed

Israel carries out strike on Beirut suburbs, first near capital in weeks
Health|Political|Science|World

US to quarantine citizens exposed to Ebola in Kenya, not bring them home

The U.S. is setting up a facility in Kenya to quarantine U.S. citizens who have been exposed to Ebola, and will not bring them home

US to quarantine citizens exposed to Ebola in Kenya, not bring them home
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street ends higher, Brent crude eases on reports of US-Iran truce extension

U.S. stocks advanced on Thursday and European shares pared their losses following reports that the United States and Iran have reached an agreement to

Wall Street ends higher, Brent crude eases on reports of US-Iran truce extension
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

US core capital goods orders fall in April

New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods unexpectedly fell in April after hefty gains in the prior months, but demand remains underpinned by an artificial

US core capital goods orders fall in April
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed's Williams: Productivity shifts hard to spot in real time

Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said Thursday it’s hard to spot fundamental shifts in the level of productivity as they are happening.

Fed's Williams: Productivity shifts hard to spot in real time
Europe|Technology|World

On the ground with Ukraine's drone forces targeting Russia's battlefield rear

In a corn field in eastern Ukraine, soldiers fired drones into the sky using a slingshot, aiming at military targets

On the ground with Ukraine's drone forces targeting Russia's battlefield rear
Economy|Europe|World

Poland to finalise $27 billion in military deals under EU SAFE by end-May, PM says

Poland will sign agreements by the end of May to finance military equipment worth 100 billion zlotys ($27.41 billion) under the European Union's SAFE program worth 43.7

Poland to finalise $27 billion in military deals under EU SAFE by end-May, PM says
Arts|Business|Technology|World

CNN files lawsuit against Perplexity alleging unlawful content distribution

CNN on Thursday filed a lawsuit against Perplexity in New York federal court, alleging the AI search engine provider is unlawfully distributing its copyrighted content, marking the

CNN files lawsuit against Perplexity alleging unlawful content distribution
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Key US inflation measure posts largest annual increase in three years

U.S. inflation increased at its fastest pace in three years in April, driven by higher energy prices due to the Iran war and cementing economists'

Key US inflation measure posts largest annual increase in three years
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US weekly jobless claims increase marginally amid low layoffs

The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits increased marginally last week amid relatively low layoffs, despite the dragging war with Iran.

US weekly jobless claims increase marginally amid low layoffs
Health|Science|World

EU secures emergency deliveries of potential treatment against hantavirus

The first doses of an experimental antiviral for hantavirus treatment are being dispatched to France, Spain and the Netherlands, the European Commission said on Thursday. 

EU secures emergency deliveries of potential treatment against hantavirus
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria aims to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP, PM Radev says

Bulgaria is keen to respect its commitment to NATO and increase its defence spending to 5% of its gross domestic product, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said on Thursday.

Bulgaria aims to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP, PM Radev says
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Russia says US missiles in Japan for drills would threaten Russia

Russia's foreign ministry said on Thursday that allowing U.S. missile systems to be deployed on Japanese territory as part of military drills would threaten the security of

Russia says US missiles in Japan for drills would threaten Russia
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB's hold decision in April was close call for some, accounts show

The European Central Bank's decision to keep rates unchanged in April was a close call for some policymakers as persistently high inflation made it increasingly hard to

ECB's hold decision in April was close call for some, accounts show
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Baton Rouge to Melbourne: Iran war and rising prices upend jet fuel trade

From Antwerp to the Seychelles, Baton Rouge to Melbourne, or New York to Namibia, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has upended

Baton Rouge to Melbourne: Iran war and rising prices upend jet fuel trade
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Rome Pride bars Jewish LGBT group from parade over Gaza stance

Rome Pride has barred Italy's only Jewish LGBT group from joining its annual parade, saying Keshet Italia had failed to clearly condemn Israel's actions in Gaza as genocide,

Rome Pride bars Jewish LGBT group from parade over Gaza stance
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Pakistan Foreign Minister Dar to visit Washington on Friday, meet Rubio

Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will visit Washington on Friday where he will meet with U.S.

Pakistan Foreign Minister Dar to visit Washington on Friday, meet Rubio
Education|Political|Science|Technology|World

Spurning just war, Pope Leo ends Catholic 'permission slip' for conflicts

Pope Leo this week repudiated a major teaching used by the Catholic Church since at least the fifth century to evaluate when countries might be

Spurning just war, Pope Leo ends Catholic 'permission slip' for conflicts
Health|Science|World

WHO chief says Ebola testing being scaled up in Congo

The World Health Organization said on Thursday on X that, in partnership with the national medical research organization of the Democratic Republic of Congo, it is scaling

WHO chief says Ebola testing being scaled up in Congo
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It’s not just high gas prices – inflation is now spreading through the US economy

A key challenge for the Federal Reserve is that higher gas prices are inflationary, but they also reduce households’ spending power and dampen growth.

It’s not just high gas prices – inflation is now spreading through the US economy
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Sinner appears to be struggling with the heat in French Open second round

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner appears to be struggling with the heat during his second-round match at the French Open against 56th-ranked Argentine opponent Juan Manuel Cerundolo

Sinner appears to be struggling with the heat in French Open second round
Europe|Sports|World

Gio Reyna and Joe Scally bring a close bond forged in Germany to US World Cup roster

How far can the power of friendship get you at the World Cup

Gio Reyna and Joe Scally bring a close bond forged in Germany to US World Cup roster
Europe|Sports|World

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner crashes out of heat-stricken Roland Garros in five-set upset

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner crashes out of heat-stricken Roland Garros in five-set upset

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner crashes out of heat-stricken Roland Garros in five-set upset
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Venus Williams and Hailey Baptiste withdraw from French Open women's doubles

Venus Williams will not play in the women’s doubles at the French Open alongside Hailey Baptiste

Venus Williams and Hailey Baptiste withdraw from French Open women's doubles
Crime|Political|US|World

Supreme Court rules for Black death row inmate from Mississippi over racial bias in makeup of jury

The Supreme Court has ruled for a Black death row inmate from Mississippi who claims there was racial bias in the makeup of the jury that convicted him

Supreme Court rules for Black death row inmate from Mississippi over racial bias in makeup of jury
Political|World

Former Yemen president Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi dies at 80

Yemen's ex-President Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi has died at 80

Former Yemen president Abdrabbuh Mansour Hadi dies at 80
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Xpeng projects quarterly revenue below estimates on weak EV demand

Electric vehicle maker Xpeng on Thursday forecast second-quarter revenue below market expectations, underscoring a prolonged slowdown in demand and stiff competition in the Chinese

Xpeng projects quarterly revenue below estimates on weak EV demand
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Federal regulator pauses review of Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern's $85 billion merger

The U.S.

Federal regulator pauses review of Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern's $85 billion merger
Business|Economy|World

US warns Oman not to engage in facilitating tolls for Strait of Hormuz

The United States warned Oman on Thursday not to get directly or indirectly involved in any effort to impose a toll in the Strait of Hormuz, saying it will penalize any

US warns Oman not to engage in facilitating tolls for Strait of Hormuz
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Meta commits $13 million in additional funding for oversight board until 2028

Meta's Oversight Board said on Thursday it has secured $13 million in additional funding from the social media company to secure the independent watchdog's operations through 2028.

Meta commits $13 million in additional funding for oversight board until 2028
Crime|US|World

Trump administration sues four states for denying ICE undercover license plates

President Donald Trump's administration is suing to challenge the refusal of four U.S. states to issue confidential license plates to U.S.

Trump administration sues four states for denying ICE undercover license plates
Health|Travel|World

US, Mexico, Canada announce Ebola-related travel measures ahead of World Cup

The United States, Mexico and Canada on Thursday announced aligned public health travel measures for people coming from African regions at the greatest risk from Ebola,

US, Mexico, Canada announce Ebola-related travel measures ahead of World Cup
Business|Economy|Political|World

US removing 76 names from sanctions blacklist in move meant to strengthen program

The U.S.

US removing 76 names from sanctions blacklist in move meant to strengthen program
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Latvia parliament approves new government after drone dispute topples coalition

NATO and EU member Latvia's parliament on Thursday approved the formation of a new government, making centre-right opposition lawmaker

Latvia parliament approves new government after drone dispute topples coalition
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU sanctions Israeli settlers, expands sanctions to Hamas' Politburo members

The EU Council on Thursday imposed sanctions on four entities and three individuals for abuses against Palestinians in West Bank, it said in a statement.

EU sanctions Israeli settlers, expands sanctions to Hamas' Politburo members
Business|Economy|World

Wall Street pushes to more records as profits keep piling up for US companies

U.S. stocks pushed to more records as profits keep piling up for companies like Dollar Tree, Snowflake and Hormel Foods

Wall Street pushes to more records as profits keep piling up for US companies
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Brazil's central bank will not let higher inflation expectations take hold, says director

Brazil's central bank will not allow higher inflation expectations to translate into actual inflation, monetary policy director Nilton David said on

Brazil's central bank will not let higher inflation expectations take hold, says director
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Tennis-Sinner struggles with illness, low energy as Cerundolo shocks French Open favourite in second round

Jannik Sinner's bid for a maiden French Open title and career Grand Slam went up in smoke on a scorching Thursday as the world number one struggled with

Tennis-Sinner struggles with illness, low energy as Cerundolo shocks French Open favourite in second round
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US new home sales slump in April amid higher mortgage rates, prices

Sales of new U.S. single-family homes fell in April as the boost from better weather faded and mortgage rates remained elevated.

US new home sales slump in April amid higher mortgage rates, prices
Business|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

Italy court extends widow pension rights to same-sex couples married abroad

Italy's Constitutional Court said on Thursday that widow pension rights apply to same-sex couples who married abroad before civil partnerships were legalised in the country,

Italy court extends widow pension rights to same-sex couples married abroad
Business|Economy|World

Fed's Williams reiterates rate policy is in right place given outlook

By Michael S.

Fed's Williams reiterates rate policy is in right place given outlook
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Sri Lanka monetary stance appropriate, 3% growth target within reach, IMF says

Sri Lanka's monetary stance is broadly appropriate, and the country still has strong potential to reach the International Monetary Fund's 3% growth

Sri Lanka monetary stance appropriate, 3% growth target within reach, IMF says
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Bank of Canada says financial system is solid, but vulnerabilities have grown

The Canadian financial system is in good shape but vulnerabilities are growing amid a highly volatile economic and geopolitical

Bank of Canada says financial system is solid, but vulnerabilities have grown
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

UN chief eyes leadership cuts as part of reform push

The United Nations aims to reduce and abolish senior leadership positions over the next two years as part of its reforms, its Secretary-General said on

UN chief eyes leadership cuts as part of reform push
Africa|Health|World

Kenya approves US plan to open Ebola quarantine facility, US officials say

Kenya has provided written approval for the U.S. to open a quarantine facility in the East African nation for Americans exposed to the Ebola outbreak centred in the

Kenya approves US plan to open Ebola quarantine facility, US officials say
Health|Political|World

Palestinians mourn 10 killed in Eid strikes as Netanyahu vows wider control of the strip

Dozens of Palestinians in Gaza City gathered for funeral prayers for 10 people killed in Israeli strikes

Palestinians mourn 10 killed in Eid strikes as Netanyahu vows wider control of the strip
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Inflation rises but isn't hotter than expected while GDP slips

Estimated U.S. economic growth for the first quarter was revised lower on Thursday and a closely watched measure of price pressures came in largely in line with

Inflation rises but isn't hotter than expected while GDP slips
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Wall St muted as investors asses inflation data, Mideast peace prospects

Wall Street's main indexes opened flat on Thursday as investors processed key inflation data, while intensifying tensions between the U.S. and Iran kept optimism surrounding a peace

Wall St muted as investors asses inflation data, Mideast peace prospects
Africa|Health|Science|World

Kenya approves US Ebola quarantine request as WHO chief heads to Congo

Kenya has approved a request from the U.S. to open a quarantine facility in the East African nation for Americans exposed to Ebola, U.S. officials told Reuters on

Kenya approves US Ebola quarantine request as WHO chief heads to Congo
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries

The Trump administration's review of Mexico's 53 U.S. consulates has stoked worries among Mexicans in the U.S. that some could be shuttered, making it harder for them to access important services

Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries
Crime|Political|World

Netanyahu says he directed Israeli military to take over 70% of Gaza

Netanyahu says he directed Israeli military to take over 70% of Gaza

Netanyahu says he directed Israeli military to take over 70% of Gaza
Crime|Education|World

Islamic Center marks somber Eid al-Adha following shooting that claimed three lives

Islamic Center marks somber Eid al-Adha following shooting that claimed three lives

Islamic Center marks somber Eid al-Adha following shooting that claimed three lives
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

Google employee charged with using confidential search data to make $1.2 million on Polymarket

U.S. prosecutors slapped insider trading charges against a Google employee this week, alleging the software engineer used confidential company information to pocket more than $1.2 million on prediction market platform Polymarket

Google employee charged with using confidential search data to make $1.2 million on Polymarket
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Myanmar president to embark on first India visit since taking over

Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing will embark on an official visit to India from May 30 to June 3, India's

Myanmar president to embark on first India visit since taking over
Political|US|World

US-Iran MOU on 60-day ceasefire extension reached, but Trump must approve, sources say

The U.S. and Iran have reached an agreement on a memorandum of understanding to extend their ceasefire

US-Iran MOU on 60-day ceasefire extension reached, but Trump must approve, sources say
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Energy use forcing rethink of AI chip design, TSMC says

A senior TSMC executive said on Thursday that surging electricity demands from AI are making energy efficiency rather than computing power the main

Energy use forcing rethink of AI chip design, TSMC says
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Colombia presidential candidate De La Espriella proposes mega-prisons, crime crackdown

Abelardo De La Espriella, a lawyer and businessman with no political experience, is seeking to become Colombia's next president on Sunday, challenging

Colombia presidential candidate De La Espriella proposes mega-prisons, crime crackdown
Business|Economy|Europe|World

EU praises Bulgaria progress but sets August deadline for reform-linked aid

The European Commission praised Bulgaria's progress in establishing an independent anti-corruption office and said on Thursday the country had to keep up its reform

EU praises Bulgaria progress but sets August deadline for reform-linked aid
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer defends his government against Blair criticism

Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended his government on Thursday against criticism from Labour's longest-serving premier, Tony Blair, saying his ministers had adopted the

UK's Starmer defends his government against Blair criticism
Americas|Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Mexican Congress backs amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference

Mexico's Congress on Thursday approved a constitutional amendment that would allow for elections to be annulled if evidence of foreign interference was found, a move

Mexican Congress backs amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference
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Romanian prosecutors add hate speech against women to Andrew Tate investigation

Romanian prosecutors said on Thursday they have extended a criminal investigation into internet personality Andrew Tate by adding charges of instigating hatred and

Romanian prosecutors add hate speech against women to Andrew Tate investigation
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Trump admin planning to potentially put president’s image on commemorative $250 bill

Trump admin planning to potentially put president’s image on commemorative $250 bill

Trump admin planning to potentially put president’s image on commemorative $250 bill
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

The police chief’s sudden resignation puts Minneapolis back in tumult after years of crises

In a city that has staggered from crisis to crisis in recent years, the sudden resignation of police Chief Brian O’Hara is again leaving Minneapolis looking for a way forward

The police chief’s sudden resignation puts Minneapolis back in tumult after years of crises
Sports|World

Celebrini and Crosby score as Canada beats US to advance to semifinals of ice hockey worlds

Macklin Celebrini scored again and Jet Greaves stopped 34 shots as Canada beat the United States 4-0 to advance to the semifinals at the ice hockey world championship

Celebrini and Crosby score as Canada beats US to advance to semifinals of ice hockey worlds
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Brazil creates fewer formal jobs than expected in April

Brazil's economy created a net 85,888 formal jobs in April, data from the Labor Ministry showed on Thursday, well below the 230,000 net openings expected by economists in

Brazil creates fewer formal jobs than expected in April
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brazil's government, federal district agree on BRB loan deal

Brazil's government and the Federal District have reached a deal for a loan to support struggling state-run lender BRB, a court document showed on Thursday.

Brazil's government, federal district agree on BRB loan deal
Europe|Political|World

US should send Ukraine more air defence missiles, congressmen say

The U.S. government should respond positively to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's request for more air defence missiles to shield Ukraine's capital from a threatened escalation

US should send Ukraine more air defence missiles, congressmen say
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Iceland's parliament votes to hold referendum on EU accession talks in August

Iceland's parliament on Thursday voted in favour of holding an August 29 referendum to begin European Union accession talks, supporting the government's two-step plan

Iceland's parliament votes to hold referendum on EU accession talks in August
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Ousted BP Chair met activist shareholder Elliott without direct knowledge of other directors, sources say

Ousted BP Chairman Albert Manifold met with activist shareholder Elliott Management during his tenure without telling fellow board members directly, two

Ousted BP Chair met activist shareholder Elliott without direct knowledge of other directors, sources say
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US bars drone flights over sites of World Cup matches

The U.S.

US bars drone flights over sites of World Cup matches
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Japan dismisses 'ridiculous' Russian criticism of military buildup

Japan's U.N. ambassador on Thursday dismissed as "ridiculous" Russia's criticism of its military buildup at a time when Moscow was continuing its war against Ukraine in violation of

Japan dismisses 'ridiculous' Russian criticism of military buildup
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungarian PM Magyar says deal on EU funds close

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar on Thursday said a deal on releasing frozen European Union funds was "very close" as there is agreement with Brussels on many issues,

Hungarian PM Magyar says deal on EU funds close
Economy|World

Russia ratchets up pressure on Armenia ahead of June election

Russia sharply criticised Armenia on Thursday for drawing closer to the EU, saying it was not pursuing a balanced position towards

Russia ratchets up pressure on Armenia ahead of June election
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Australia launches record $1.4B lawsuit against 3M over 'forever chemicals' at defense bases

Australia is suing the U.S. company 3M for over $1.4 billion due to contamination from “forever chemicals” in firefighting foam at defense bases

Australia launches record $1.4B lawsuit against 3M over 'forever chemicals' at defense bases
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Chevron files request to acquire offshore Greek block, energy ministry says

U.S. oil major Chevron has filed an official request to take over a 70% stake from Greece's Helleniq Energy  in an offshore block southwest of Greece, the Greek energy

Chevron files request to acquire offshore Greek block, energy ministry says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ rate hike timing secondary to economy's readiness, ex-BOJ Deputy Governor Wakatabe says

Former Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Masazumi Wakatabe said on Thursday that the timing of a potential interest rate hike is less important than whether the economy can

BOJ rate hike timing secondary to economy's readiness, ex-BOJ Deputy Governor Wakatabe says
Europe|Political|World

Russia's foreign spy chief accuses NATO of preparing for 'large-scale conflict in the east'

Sergei Naryshkin, head of Russia's SVR foreign intelligence service, on Thursday accused the NATO military alliance of making practical preparations for what he called a "

Russia's foreign spy chief accuses NATO of preparing for 'large-scale conflict in the east'
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Three tankers reportedly attacked by drones in Black Sea, shipping agency says

Drone attacks were reported on three tankers in the Black Sea on Thursday near Turkey's northern coast, shipping agency Tribeca said.

Three tankers reportedly attacked by drones in Black Sea, shipping agency says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

PBOC tells Chinese banks to boost May lending as credit weakness persists, sources say

China's central bank has instructed banks to boost lending this month, people with knowledge of the matter said, underscoring Beijing's continued efforts to support an economy

PBOC tells Chinese banks to boost May lending as credit weakness persists, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wealthy families cut dollar exposure, survey finds

The world's richest families are trimming exposure to the U.S. dollar as geopolitical tensions and rising sovereign debt drive a broader rethink of portfolio risk, UBS said

Wealthy families cut dollar exposure, survey finds
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

European shares dip as Middle Eastern developments keep investors wary

European shares closed lower on Thursday, though they pared steeper losses after a report on news outlet Axios said the United States and Iran

European shares dip as Middle Eastern developments keep investors wary
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Musk says SpaceX agreed only six-month Colossus AI lease to Anthropic

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said on Thursday the IPO-bound company had only agreed to lease its Colossus AI training data center clusters to Anthropic for six months, though he added it

Musk says SpaceX agreed only six-month Colossus AI lease to Anthropic
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan banks battle to secure deposits as savers chase market highs

Japanese banks are, in a historic shift, competing to shore up their deposit base as lending opportunities grow and consumers, seeking to

Japan banks battle to secure deposits as savers chase market highs
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Boeing CEO says 200-jet China deal an 'initial tranche' with more to come

China's commitment to buy 200 Boeing jets during a recent visit by U.S.

Boeing CEO says 200-jet China deal an 'initial tranche' with more to come
Crime|Political|World

Israeli military strikes southern suburb of Beirut before crucial Lebanon-Israel talks in Washington

Israel's military says that the air force has carried out an airstrike on a southern suburb of Lebanon's capital

Israeli military strikes southern suburb of Beirut before crucial Lebanon-Israel talks in Washington
Business|Economy|World

Oil prices settle in mixed direction on conflicting reports of US-Iran ceasefire deal

Oil prices settled mixed on Thursday after a choppy trading session, as traders mulled conflicting reports of progress on a potential deal to extend a

Oil prices settle in mixed direction on conflicting reports of US-Iran ceasefire deal
Health|Science|Technology|World

Experimental hepatitis B drug may offer 'functional cure' for some patients

New research suggests a first-of-its-kind drug for hepatitis B may let some patients stop treatment without showing signs of the dangerous liver virus

Experimental hepatitis B drug may offer 'functional cure' for some patients
Asia|Crime|Political|World

A Chinese dissident is in South Korean custody after a perilous escape by rubber boat

A Chinese human rights activist is in South Korean custody after a perilous escape from his country by a rubber boat

A Chinese dissident is in South Korean custody after a perilous escape by rubber boat
Crime|US|World

Coast Guard will dive in new area of Bahamas waters in search for Lynette Hooker, official says

Coast Guard will dive in new area of Bahamas waters in search for Lynette Hooker, official says

Coast Guard will dive in new area of Bahamas waters in search for Lynette Hooker, official says
Environment|World

Rescuers hopeful they can pull 5 villagers from flooded Laos cave soon

Rescuers hopeful they can pull 5 villagers from flooded Laos cave soon

Rescuers hopeful they can pull 5 villagers from flooded Laos cave soon
Europe|Political|World

France’s parliament votes to repeal slavery-era Black Code, with tears and history in the chamber

French lawmakers have voted to repeal a 17th-century law that governed enslaved people in France's colonies

France’s parliament votes to repeal slavery-era Black Code, with tears and history in the chamber
Crime|Europe|World

Man stabs 3 people at Swiss train station in what authorities call an 'act of terror'

A man has stabbed and wounded three people at the train station in the Swiss city of Winterthur before being arrested

Man stabs 3 people at Swiss train station in what authorities call an 'act of terror'
Africa|Crime|Political|World

South African impeachment committee to hold first meeting on president's scandal

South Africa's parliament has scheduled for Monday the first meeting of an impeachment committee that will probe allegations

South African impeachment committee to hold first meeting on president's scandal
Election|Political|US|World

US judge won't block Trump's mail-in voting executive order for now

A U.S. judge on Thursday declined to immediately block President Donald Trump's executive order tightening rules on mail-in voting, but left the door open for the

US judge won't block Trump's mail-in voting executive order for now
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Europe less able than US to contain crypto-bank shocks, UniCredit director says

Europe may struggle to respond to risks from links between crypto assets and banks in the way U.S. authorities contained damage during the 2023 Silicon Valley Bank (SVB)

Europe less able than US to contain crypto-bank shocks, UniCredit director says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record closing highs as US and Iran agree to extend ceasefire

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq posted record closing highs on Thursday after news reports said the U.S. and Iran had reached a

S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record closing highs as US and Iran agree to extend ceasefire
Africa|Arts|Asia|Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Viral fame spares ‘Donald Trump’ buffalo from Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh

A rare albino buffalo in Bangladesh - nicknamed "Donald Trump" for its distinctive blond tuft - has been spared from Eid al-Adha sacrifice after a last-minute government

Viral fame spares ‘Donald Trump’ buffalo from Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh
Business|Europe|Political|World

Norway to join France's nuclear deterrence initiative, leaders say

(Corrects May 27 story headline and first paragraph to make clear Norway is to join France's nuclear deterrence initiative and not France's nuclear umbrella; edits paragraphs 9-10 to explain French

Norway to join France's nuclear deterrence initiative, leaders say
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Guatemala outlines deal for US aid against drug trafficking

Guatemala has requested U.S. military cooperation spanning access to equipment, training, and experts to assist Guatemalan operations against drug

Guatemala outlines deal for US aid against drug trafficking
Health|Science|Travel|World

Countries tighten travel rules as Ebola risk rises

The World Health Organization on May 17 declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) a Public Health Emergency of International Concern and said there was a

Countries tighten travel rules as Ebola risk rises
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

China works on AI token futures market, sources say, in race with US

China is designing a futures market for AI tokens, sources familiar with the matter said, as the country potentially takes a different tack to U.S. exchanges developing compute

China works on AI token futures market, sources say, in race with US
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Rescuers in Laos say more oxygen needed to save 7 people trapped in cave

The leader of a Thai volunteer group helping to extract seven people trapped in a cave in Laos

Rescuers in Laos say more oxygen needed to save 7 people trapped in cave
Business|Europe|Finance|Political|World

German-Netherlands Corps to take NATO command role in Estonia, Latvia

NATO will strengthen the defence of its eastern flank by tasking the German-Netherlands Corps with the command of allied troops in Estonia and Latvia in

German-Netherlands Corps to take NATO command role in Estonia, Latvia
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Dollar set to weaken long-term, Europe has work to do, JPMorgan AM, Euroclear execs say

The U.S. dollar will likely weaken over the long-term given concerns over elevated debt levels in the world's biggest economy, the EMEA CEO of JPMorgan Asset Management said

Dollar set to weaken long-term, Europe has work to do, JPMorgan AM, Euroclear execs say
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine to buy 20 new Gripen jets, Sweden to donate older jets sooner

Ukraine will buy 20 new Gripen fighter jets and Sweden will donate 16 of an older model next year, Ukraine's President Volodymyr

Ukraine to buy 20 new Gripen jets, Sweden to donate older jets sooner
Business|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|World

Estée Lauder exits Puig talks, preserves firepower for selective M&A

After U.S. cosmetics company Estée Lauder walked away

Estée Lauder exits Puig talks, preserves firepower for selective M&A
Economy|Travel|World

New Taiwan-Japan ferry service debuts on ship that has war evacuation role

A new ferry service to serve booming tourism between Taiwan and Japan began on Thursday on a ship that could be pressed into service to

New Taiwan-Japan ferry service debuts on ship that has war evacuation role
Business|Entertainment|Europe|World

Australia's ABC names Reuters executive Robinson as news director

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation has appointed a senior Reuters executive, Simon Robinson, as its director of news and current affairs, the two news organisations

Australia's ABC names Reuters executive Robinson as news director
Africa|Crime|Education|Environment|World

Kenyan girls' school fire kills 16 students, injures 79

A fire tore through a dormitory at a girls' secondary school in a town in Kenya's Rift Valley overnight, killing at least 16

Kenyan girls' school fire kills 16 students, injures 79
Europe|US|World

US says its embassy in Kyiv remains open

The U.S.

US says its embassy in Kyiv remains open
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Italy consumer confidence recovers in May but business morale slides

Morale among Italian consumers recovered against expectations in May after recent declines, but business morale fell to an 8-month low, data showed on Thursday, in mixed signs

Italy consumer confidence recovers in May but business morale slides
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Introducing The Beautiful Game by CNN Sports, CNN’s daily 2026 FIFA World Cup newsletter

Introducing The Beautiful Game by CNN Sports, CNN’s daily 2026 FIFA World Cup newsletter

Introducing The Beautiful Game by CNN Sports, CNN’s daily 2026 FIFA World Cup newsletter
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US dollar weakens on reports of ceasefire deal between US and Iran

The U.S. dollar fell against major currencies on Thursday after reports the U.S. and Iran had reached an agreement to extend a ceasefire, though several similar

US dollar weakens on reports of ceasefire deal between US and Iran
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Ukraine ratifies €90 billion EU loan to boost spending on defence

Ukraine's parliament ratified a loan agreement with the European Union on Thursday, paving the way for €90 billion in financing and allowing the government to

Ukraine ratifies €90 billion EU loan to boost spending on defence
Environment|Science|World

Global temperatures to reach near-record highs in next five years, report finds

Average global temperatures are forecast to reach near-record levels in the next five years, with Arctic temperatures expected to

Global temperatures to reach near-record highs in next five years, report finds
Asia|Business|Science|Technology|World

ByteDance developing custom CPU chips to support AI rollout, sources say

Chinese technology giant ByteDance is developing its own central processing units (CPUs) to support its growing AI infrastructure needs,

ByteDance developing custom CPU chips to support AI rollout, sources say
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US-China conflict over Taiwan risks a nuclear escalation, study finds

A conflict between the U.S. and China over Taiwan would risk a nuclear escalation with both militaries likely to stage sweeping

US-China conflict over Taiwan risks a nuclear escalation, study finds
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Taiwan says US has no timetable for chip tariffs, preferential terms already agreed

The U.S. has no timetable for levying Section 232 tariffs on semiconductors but preferential terms have already been agreed under a January trade deal, Taiwan Vice Premier

Taiwan says US has no timetable for chip tariffs, preferential terms already agreed
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Think it's hot now? The next five years will smash records, UN says

A new report from the United Nations weather agency gives a three-out-of-four chance that the next five years will average more than 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial temperatures

Think it's hot now? The next five years will smash records, UN says
Africa|Crime|World

Exclusive: Inside an African hotel where asylum seekers deported by the US are imprisoned

Under an opaque $7.5 million deal with the Trump administration, Equatorial Guinea’s all-powerful president has turned a hotel owned by his family into a prison for asylum seekers deported from the United States

Exclusive: Inside an African hotel where asylum seekers deported by the US are imprisoned
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Fed's Jefferson says he is focusing on inflation as US labour market 'very resilient'

Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson said on Thursday it was appropriate to focus on returning inflation to the central bank's 2% target given the U.S.

Fed's Jefferson says he is focusing on inflation as US labour market 'very resilient'
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Australia sues 3M for $1.4 billion over PFAS 'forever chemicals' contamination

The Australian government said on Thursday it had launched legal action against 3M over contamination from firefighting foam supplied by the U.S. company

Australia sues 3M for $1.4 billion over PFAS 'forever chemicals' contamination
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Japan eyes 'bridging bonds' to fund investment schemes, party draft shows

Japan's ruling party will propose issuing "bridging bonds" to fund flagship programmes aimed at boosting growth and economic security, a

Japan eyes 'bridging bonds' to fund investment schemes, party draft shows
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Toyota sales drop for third month on declines in China, Middle East

Toyota Motor on Thursday said global vehicle sales fell for a third consecutive month in April, hit by sharp declines in China and the Middle East.

Toyota sales drop for third month on declines in China, Middle East
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The US-Iran ceasefire is unravelling

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Stocks tumbled in Asia, oil surged and the dollar gained strength as the U.S. and Iran renewed attacks on each other

The US-Iran ceasefire is unravelling
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Thai court acquits opposition politician accused of royal insult

A Thai criminal court has acquitted a prominent Thai opposition political figure charged with cybercrimes and insulting the royal family during a 2021 Facebook livestream,

Thai court acquits opposition politician accused of royal insult
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Thai April factory output drops 0.36% on year, below forecast

Thailand's manufacturing production index dropped 0.36% in April from a year earlier, the industry ministry said on Thursday, weaker than analysts' forecasts.

Thai April factory output drops 0.36% on year, below forecast
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Foreign investors buy Japanese stocks for eighth week on AI rally

Foreign investors bought Japanese stocks for the eighth straight week through May 23, as oil prices eased and AI-related shares rallied on robust demand outlook.

Foreign investors buy Japanese stocks for eighth week on AI rally
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Plans for the Gaza International Stabilization Force are in question as troop pledges stall

An international stabilization force promised for Gaza has yet to materialize three months after it was announced at an event hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump

Plans for the Gaza International Stabilization Force are in question as troop pledges stall
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Stop AAPI Hate launches a nonprofit to mobilize voters before midterms

Stop AAPI Hate is an organization that rose to national prominence for its meticulous reports on anti-Asian hate incidents at the height of the pandemic

Stop AAPI Hate launches a nonprofit to mobilize voters before midterms
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Brazil is set to join other Latin American countries with a 40-hour, 5-day workweek

Brazil was set to join other Latin American countries that have shortened working hours as the lower house approved a constitutional amendment establishing a 40-hour, five-day workweek

Brazil is set to join other Latin American countries with a 40-hour, 5-day workweek
Education|Election|Entertainment|World

Talarico targets Paxton's scandals in Texas Senate race, pivoting from his sunny primary message

Texas Democrat James Talarico has launched his general election campaign for the U.S. Senate

Talarico targets Paxton's scandals in Texas Senate race, pivoting from his sunny primary message
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Divers find 5 villagers alive in a flooded cave in Laos after more than a week trapped in darkness

Five villagers trapped in a flooded cave in central Laos for over a week have been found alive

Divers find 5 villagers alive in a flooded cave in Laos after more than a week trapped in darkness
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DOJ launches criminal probe into E. Jean Carroll, source says

The Justice Department has launched a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, the writer who accused U.S.

DOJ launches criminal probe into E. Jean Carroll, source says
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Panama passes law imposing stricter requirements on multinational firms

Panama's National Assembly approved a law that

Panama passes law imposing stricter requirements on multinational firms
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China's auto industry is unlikely to return to 'golden era,' NIO CEO says

China's auto industry has likely moved past its "golden era," NIO Chief Executive William Li said on Thursday, as a downturn in domestic car

China's auto industry is unlikely to return to 'golden era,' NIO CEO says
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ECB chief economist sees persistent impact on inflation from Iran war

The energy shock caused by the Middle East conflict will likely have a persistent impact on inflation even if there is a quick solution to the war, the

ECB chief economist sees persistent impact on inflation from Iran war
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NZ shuns 'sugar hits' in budget, slashes growth forecast as Iran war jolts economy

New Zealand on Thursday unveiled a budget with few voter incentives ahead of what is shaping up to be a tightly contested election later

NZ shuns 'sugar hits' in budget, slashes growth forecast as Iran war jolts economy
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Fed's Goolsbee says oil shock could exacerbate inflationary impulse of AI hype

Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee on Thursday amped up his warning that mounting expectations for the productivity-boosting potential of AI could send inflation

Fed's Goolsbee says oil shock could exacerbate inflationary impulse of AI hype
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Australia business investment jumps 6.5% in Q1 on data rush

Australian business investment boomed in the March quarter as firms ploughed yet more money into data centers, figures showed on Thursday, while companies also upgraded

Australia business investment jumps 6.5% in Q1 on data rush
Asia|Business|Economy|World

BOK's new chief reveals hawkish posture as price, FX risks grow

The Bank of Korea kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged on Thursday, while a hawkish split within its seven-member board signaled an

BOK's new chief reveals hawkish posture as price, FX risks grow
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Australia household spending falls 1.1% in April, after March jump

Australian household spending fell back sharply in April after a petrol-induced spike the previous month, data showed on Thursday, as consumers scaled back on flights and

Australia household spending falls 1.1% in April, after March jump
Asia|Business|Economy|Travel|World

Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand to expand joint network as travel demand grows

Singapore Airlines said on Thursday that it would expand its joint network between New Zealand and Singapore with Air New Zealand to meet growing travel demand between the two

Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand to expand joint network as travel demand grows
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Chief Megaron vows to take the legacy of Brazil's indigenous leader Raoni forward

Chief Megaron Txucarramae, a 75-year-old leader of Brazil’s Indigenous Kayapo people, has spent decades defending

Chief Megaron vows to take the legacy of Brazil's indigenous leader Raoni forward
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US military strikes another alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2

The U.S. military has struck another vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two men

US military strikes another alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2
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Five ways Paxton's big win in Texas could backfire on Trump

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton decisively defeated longtime Senator John Cornyn in Tuesday's Republican runoff for U.S.

Five ways Paxton's big win in Texas could backfire on Trump
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Fed's Jefferson says monetary policy is 'well positioned' amid inflation risks

By Michael S.

Fed's Jefferson says monetary policy is 'well positioned' amid inflation risks
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South Korea exports set to rise for 12th month on chip boom: Reuters poll

South Korean exports likely rose for a 12th straight month in May, as a global boom in AI investment drove a surge in chip sales, a Reuters poll showed on

South Korea exports set to rise for 12th month on chip boom: Reuters poll
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US charges Google engineer with insider trading on Polymarket

The U.S.

US charges Google engineer with insider trading on Polymarket
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South Korea central bank holds rates, as expected

The Bank of Korea kept its policy interest rate steady on Thursday, as it weighs geopolitical risks against a weakening won and resurgent inflation that point to higher rates

South Korea central bank holds rates, as expected
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US strikes Iran again, official says, after Trump denies deal on Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military carried out new strikes targeting an Iranian drone operation that posed a threat to U.S. forces

US strikes Iran again, official says, after Trump denies deal on Strait of Hormuz
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US Treasury sanctions Iran's Hormuz strait authority

The United States has sanctioned the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, the body Iran has set up to manage the Strait of Hormuz, the Treasury Department said on Wednesday.

US Treasury sanctions Iran's Hormuz strait authority
Asia|Crime|Travel|World

Laos detains foreign hostel staff over backpacker methanol poisonings as families and travelers demand answers

Laos detains foreign hostel staff over backpacker methanol poisonings as families and travelers demand answers

Laos detains foreign hostel staff over backpacker methanol poisonings as families and travelers demand answers
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US imposes sanctions on Iranian agency trying to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz

The Trump administration has placed additional sanctions on Iran as part of a sprawling economic pressure campaign during the war, this time targeting the country’s newly created agency that is trying to control shipping through the Strait of Hormuz

US imposes sanctions on Iranian agency trying to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz
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Carney says Canada will buy European surveillance planes over two American options

Canada plans to buy early warning radar planes from Sweden’s Saab and Canada’s Bombardier, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Wednesday

Carney says Canada will buy European surveillance planes over two American options
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Trump administration tells prosecutors to stand down on Venezuela leader, sources say

The Trump administration has quietly instructed federal prosecutors in Miami to avoid pursuing criminal investigations into Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez, a longtime target of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration

Trump administration tells prosecutors to stand down on Venezuela leader, sources say
Technology|World

The last ‘little crappy ship’: What’s the future for the US Navy’s troubled LCS?

The last ‘little crappy ship’: What’s the future for the US Navy’s troubled LCS?

The last ‘little crappy ship’: What’s the future for the US Navy’s troubled LCS?
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California to impose 100% tax on Trump's January 6 'slush fund,' governor says

California will impose a 100% tax on payments distributed under the Trump administration's nearly $1.8 billion fund for victims of alleged political "weaponization,"

California to impose 100% tax on Trump's January 6 'slush fund,' governor says
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says he can outwait Iran, dismisses midterm election pressure

U.S.

Trump says he can outwait Iran, dismisses midterm election pressure
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How Venezuela awarded Centerview a prized debt role with little competition

When interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez's administration announced the oil-rich country was embarking on an overhaul

How Venezuela awarded Centerview a prized debt role with little competition
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Eleven feared dead in Washington state chemical vat rupture, operation moves to recovery effort

The search for nine people missing after a chemical tank imploded and ruptured a day earlier in Washington state has moved from a rescue to a

Eleven feared dead in Washington state chemical vat rupture, operation moves to recovery effort
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

US puts UN expert Albanese back on list of sanctioned individuals, Treasury website shows

The United States has re-added Francesca ​Albanese, a U.N. expert on the ‌Palestinian territories, to a list of sanctioned individuals, according to a notice posted to the U.S.

US puts UN expert Albanese back on list of sanctioned individuals, Treasury website shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK consumer services sector sentiment falls to lowest in over a year

Sentiment among Britain's consumer-facing services businesses fell to its lowest since February 2025 this month and a recent rebound in business services morale reversed

UK consumer services sector sentiment falls to lowest in over a year
Business|Economy|World

US Treasury to erase 80 outdated names from sanctions blacklist as it launches new review

The U.S.

US Treasury to erase 80 outdated names from sanctions blacklist as it launches new review
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Brazil presidential hopeful Bolsonaro adds Rubio, Vance talks to Washington trail

Brazilian Senator and presidential contender Flavio Bolsonaro said he met with U.S.

Brazil presidential hopeful Bolsonaro adds Rubio, Vance talks to Washington trail
Economy|Political|World

What’s in the proposed deal that could end the US-Iran conflict?

What’s in the proposed deal that could end the US-Iran conflict?

What’s in the proposed deal that could end the US-Iran conflict?
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9 missing after Washington paper mill tank rupture and officials say there's no hope of survivors

Crews are resuming the search for nine people presumed killed at a Washington state paper mill where a chemical tank ruptured

9 missing after Washington paper mill tank rupture and officials say there's no hope of survivors
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Fair housing groups file lawsuit arguing a federal rule change removes protections

Fair housing groups have filed a lawsuit over a rule change by the Trump administration that they allege reverses decades of lending protections and opens the door to discrimination against Black people, Latinos and other minorities

Fair housing groups file lawsuit arguing a federal rule change removes protections
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Pentagon awards Microsoft $9.7 billion deal in bid to cut costs, end license sprawl

The Pentagon on Wednesday announced a five-year, $9.69 billion agreement to consolidate Microsoft and other enterprise software licenses scattered across

Pentagon awards Microsoft $9.7 billion deal in bid to cut costs, end license sprawl
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Palestinians mourn slain Hamas militant chief as Israel escalates Gaza attacks

Dozens of Palestinians carried the body of Hamas' armed wing chief through the streets of Gaza City in a

Palestinians mourn slain Hamas militant chief as Israel escalates Gaza attacks
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Mexican telecoms giant America Movil targets steady growth, holds capex at $7 billion

Mexican telecommunications giant America Movil on Wednesday outlined its financial outlook through 2028, according to a J.P.

Mexican telecoms giant America Movil targets steady growth, holds capex at $7 billion
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Pause before PCE

World stocks eked out new highs while major markets such as the S&P 500, U.S. dollar and Treasuries were largely steady on Wednesday as investors

Trading Day: Pause before PCE
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Brazil central bank chief weighs two women for Copom vacancies, say sources

Brazil's Central Bank Governor Gabriel Galipolo is considering recommending two female professionals to fill vacancies on the bank's nine-member rate-

Brazil central bank chief weighs two women for Copom vacancies, say sources
Business|Economy|World

NZ central bank watching how much weaker demand would offset price increases

New Zealand's central bank is watching how much weaker demand from higher energy costs would hold back other price increases, a key

NZ central bank watching how much weaker demand would offset price increases
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Scientists newly identify species of tiny, blue octopus that fits in the palm of your hand

Scientists newly identify species of tiny, blue octopus that fits in the palm of your hand

Scientists newly identify species of tiny, blue octopus that fits in the palm of your hand
Asia|Crime|Environment|World

International expert divers race to rescue seven villagers trapped in Laos cave

Volunteer cave divers demonstrating the “extremely remote and hostile,” environment as they navigating through the cave attempting to rescue seven villagers. They experienced “flood waters, collapsed hazards and high risk of contaminated air quality” while navigating inside the mine. The seven villagers who entered the Lao’s cave on May 20 in search of gold, have been trapped for nearly a week.

International expert divers race to rescue seven villagers trapped in Laos cave
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Congress members say conditions dire at NJ detention center facing protests, reported hunger strike

Democratic members of Congress are describing dire conditions within a federal immigration detention center in New Jersey where protesters have been demonstrating and asserting that detainees inside are on a hunger strike

Congress members say conditions dire at NJ detention center facing protests, reported hunger strike
Business|Finance|Sports|World

New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA's ticket practices as World Cup prices soar

FIFA is under fresh scrutiny for sky-high World Cup ticket prices and sales tactics that fans say left them with worse deals than they wanted

New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA's ticket practices as World Cup prices soar
Sports|World

Crystal Palace beats Rayo Vallecano 1-0 for Conference League title, club's 1st European trophy

Jean-Philippe Mateta scored the only goal as Crystal Palace won its first-ever European trophy by beating Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in the final of the Conference League on Wednesday to give outgoing coach Oliver Glasner the perfect send-off

Crystal Palace beats Rayo Vallecano 1-0 for Conference League title, club's 1st European trophy
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's military tells residents across southern Lebanon to leave as it fights Hezbollah

The Israeli military has told residents across southern Lebanon to leave as it expands its operations there

Israel's military tells residents across southern Lebanon to leave as it fights Hezbollah
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas confirms that Israeli airstrikes killed its new military leader in Gaza City

Hamas is confirming that Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City killed the new leader of Hamas' military wing

Hamas confirms that Israeli airstrikes killed its new military leader in Gaza City
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Alabama asks Supreme Court to allow use of congressional map helping GOP, despite racial bias ruling

Alabama is asking the Supreme Court to allow it to use a congressional map favoring Republicans in this year’s elections, despite a lower court's ruling the map intentionally discriminates against Black people

Alabama asks Supreme Court to allow use of congressional map helping GOP, despite racial bias ruling
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Carlyle CEO sees market for defense investments as 'unlimited'

Investment firm Carlyle sees limitless opportunity to invest in the defense sector as governments globally hike military spending, Chief Executive Harvey

Carlyle CEO sees market for defense investments as 'unlimited'
Business|Economy|Technology|World

FAA expects Boeing MAX 7 to be certified this summer, sees more production hikes

The head of the Federal Aviation Administration said on Wednesday that he expects the Boeing 737 MAX 7 to be certified this summer and the larger MAX

FAA expects Boeing MAX 7 to be certified this summer, sees more production hikes
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

The Latest: Trump convened his Cabinet as talks to end Iran war remain in flux

President Donald Trump convened his Cabinet on Wednesday at a precarious moment for talks aimed at ending the Iran war, saying “things are going very well” days after insisting a settlement was “largely negotiated.”

The Latest: Trump convened his Cabinet as talks to end Iran war remain in flux
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Zelenskyy asks Trump for more US air defense help against Russian missile attacks, Kyiv says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has written to U.S. President Donald Trump and Congress asking for more air defense ammunition

Zelenskyy asks Trump for more US air defense help against Russian missile attacks, Kyiv says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU's von der Leyen discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with Zelenskiy

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday she had discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

EU's von der Leyen discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with Zelenskiy
Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World

Construction of cage-fighting arena transforms White House grounds

A hulking metal arena is rising on the White House's South Lawn as U.S.

Construction of cage-fighting arena transforms White House grounds
Business|Political|World

Trump says US not satisfied yet on deal with Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that he was not yet satisfied on a deal with Iran, adding that the U.S. was not discussing easing sanctions on the country.

Trump says US not satisfied yet on deal with Iran
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Oil settles 5% lower as investors await updates on US-Iran peace deal talks

Oil prices fell 5% to their lowest level in over a month on Wednesday as investors awaited updates on a framework of a U.S.-Iran deal to end their

Oil settles 5% lower as investors await updates on US-Iran peace deal talks
Business|Economy|World

Russia warns Armenia on supplies over EU bid; Trump backs PM Pashinyan

Russia said on Wednesday it had warned Armenia it would suspend or terminate the supply of cheap oil, gas and

Russia warns Armenia on supplies over EU bid; Trump backs PM Pashinyan
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Cook says she is prepared to raise rates if inflation doesn't ease

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook on Wednesday said she feels the U.S. central bank should hold short-term interest rates steady for now but, with tariffs, the Iran

Fed's Cook says she is prepared to raise rates if inflation doesn't ease
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US stocks inch to more records after oil prices drop

U.S. stocks inched to more records after oil prices fell back to where they were in mid-April

US stocks inch to more records after oil prices drop
Business|Finance|Sports|US|World

Sky-high World Cup ticket prices spark investigation by NY and NJ attorneys general

Sky-high World Cup ticket prices spark investigation by NY and NJ attorneys general

Sky-high World Cup ticket prices spark investigation by NY and NJ attorneys general
Economy|Sports|Travel|World

Sole player who lives in Haiti awaits US visa as his squad prepares for the World Cup in Florida

The only member of Haiti’s national soccer team who is based in the troubled Caribbean country is awaiting a U.S. visa to join the squad in Florida just weeks before the start of the World Cup

Sole player who lives in Haiti awaits US visa as his squad prepares for the World Cup in Florida
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Djokovic pushed in 4-set win amid heat wave at French Open. Rybakina beaten in big day for Ukraine

Novak Djokovic was pushed by 74th-ranked Valentin Royer for more than 3½ hours before he reached the third round of the French Open with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-7 (7), 6-3 victory

Djokovic pushed in 4-set win amid heat wave at French Open. Rybakina beaten in big day for Ukraine
Health|Travel|World

Hajj pilgrims perform rituals in soaring heat as Eid al-Adha celebrations begin

Pilgrims in Saudi Arabia have been performing the symbolic stoning of the devil during the Hajj, enduring temperatures over 107 degrees Fahrenheit

Hajj pilgrims perform rituals in soaring heat as Eid al-Adha celebrations begin
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovations

President Donald Trump took on the role of a small town mayor during his latest Cabinet meeting, spending 10 full minutes describing in great detail the various beautification projects underway around Washington, D.C. He highlighted efforts to fix fountains, power-wash pools and repair brick walkways

Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovations
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Apex Service sells minority stake to Apollo at $10 billion valuation, source says

Home services company Apex Service Partners has agreed to sell a minority stake to Apollo Global Management in a deal that a source familiar with

Apex Service sells minority stake to Apollo at $10 billion valuation, source says
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US, Mexico set three rounds of trade deal talks without Canada

The Trump administration's trade agency said on Wednesday it will kick off the first of three negotiating rounds with Mexico this week to revamp the

US, Mexico set three rounds of trade deal talks without Canada
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Technology|World

Berkshire-owned Jazwares must face trademark lawsuit over Squishmallows 'Hug Mees'

Jazwares, the Berkshire Hathaway-owned maker of Squishmallows, must face a lawsuit claiming its "HugMees" infringed the trademark rights of the rival maker of "

Berkshire-owned Jazwares must face trademark lawsuit over Squishmallows 'Hug Mees'
Business|Science|Technology|US|World

FAA orders SpaceX to investigate Starship booster mishap

The U.S.

FAA orders SpaceX to investigate Starship booster mishap
Health|Science|Travel|World

US puts its focus on keeping Ebola cases out of the country

The United States on Wednesday said it must prevent any cases of Ebola from entering the country from the Democratic Republic of

US puts its focus on keeping Ebola cases out of the country
Africa|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa after anti-immigrant protests

Almost 300 Ghanaian nationals returned home on Wednesday after waves of anti-immigrant protests in South Africa heightened safety concerns.

Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa after anti-immigrant protests
Sports|World

New York state, New Jersey probe FIFA World Cup ticketing practices

The attorneys general of New York and New Jersey on Wednesday said they had issued a subpoena to FIFA over the soccer governing body's ticketing practices after

New York state, New Jersey probe FIFA World Cup ticketing practices
Business|Economy|Political|World

New Zealand plans austere budget in election year as Iran war fans economic risks

Less than six months out from what's shaping up to be a closely fought election, New Zealand will unveil a bare-bones budget on Thursday, one forged in

New Zealand plans austere budget in election year as Iran war fans economic risks
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street indexes post closing record highs, AI rally pauses

Rising healthcare and consumer stocks lifted the Dow Jones Industrial Average on Wednesday to a record closing high, while

Wall Street indexes post closing record highs, AI rally pauses
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Russia says US did not grant visa for official to attend UN meeting

Russia's U.N. ambassador said on Tuesday that the United States did not grant a visa for Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Alimov to

Russia says US did not grant visa for official to attend UN meeting
Business|Political|Technology|World

Canada to buy Swedish early warning planes rather than US model

Canada, which says it wants to reduce reliance on U.S. defense firms, on Wednesday announced plans to buy a fleet of early warning planes

Canada to buy Swedish early warning planes rather than US model
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel declares new swathe of Lebanon 'a combat zone,' warns residents to leave

Israel's military on Wednesday declared a new swathe of southern Lebanon as a combat zone and said residents in the area should move north, warning it would act "with great

Israel declares new swathe of Lebanon 'a combat zone,' warns residents to leave
Economy|Political|US|World

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about Iran war, the economy and the reflecting pool at Cabinet meeting

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about Iran war, the economy and the reflecting pool at Cabinet meeting

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about Iran war, the economy and the reflecting pool at Cabinet meeting
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Federal judge drops charges against ex-Fox executive in soccer corruption case

A federal judge in Brooklyn has agreed to dismiss charges against a convicted former Fox executive and South American sports media company in a corruption case related to TV rights for international soccer tournaments

Federal judge drops charges against ex-Fox executive in soccer corruption case
Health|Political|World

Trump will send Americans exposed to Ebola while abroad to a new facility in Kenya

A Trump administration official says the administration will send Americans who are exposed to Ebola while abroad to a new facility in Kenya instead of flying them to the United States

Trump will send Americans exposed to Ebola while abroad to a new facility in Kenya
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Mallory Swanson returns to the USWNT first the first time since the 2024 Paris Olympics

Triple Espresso is back

Mallory Swanson returns to the USWNT first the first time since the 2024 Paris Olympics
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Northern Ireland's former unionist leader faces trial in sexual abuse case involving 2 girls

The former leader of Northern Ireland’s Democratic Unionist Party is on trial for allegedly sexually abusing two girls

Northern Ireland's former unionist leader faces trial in sexual abuse case involving 2 girls
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Judge dismisses bribery case involving FIFA after DOJ says bribery is not a priority

Judge dismisses bribery case involving FIFA after DOJ says bribery is not a priority

Judge dismisses bribery case involving FIFA after DOJ says bribery is not a priority
Asia|Crime|World

Cambodia sentences six for murder of South Korean student linked to scam centre

A Cambodian court has convicted and sentenced six Chinese nationals to life in prison on charges they tortured and murdered a South Korean student involved with one of

Cambodia sentences six for murder of South Korean student linked to scam centre
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Peru presidential candidates' mining plans cast doubt on investment, industry leader says

The president of Peru's National Society of Mining, Petroleum and Energy (SNMPE) on Tuesday warned that opposing mining policies from the two presidential

Peru presidential candidates' mining plans cast doubt on investment, industry leader says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Brazilian inflation tops target band in early May, clouds easing path

Brazil's 12-month inflation in early May exceeded the upper end of the central bank's target range for the first time since October 2025, official data showed on

Brazilian inflation tops target band in early May, clouds easing path
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GE Aerospace sees engine maintenance demand hold up despite higher fuel prices

GE Aerospace has not seen airlines pull back on engine maintenance or parts orders despite higher fuel prices and softer flight departures, CEO Larry

GE Aerospace sees engine maintenance demand hold up despite higher fuel prices
Asia|Environment|World

Rescue teams find five trapped in Laos cave, search for two more continues

Five people who had been trapped inside a cave in Laos for about a week were found alive on Wednesday, as dozens of

Rescue teams find five trapped in Laos cave, search for two more continues
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UK's ex-PM Blair calls on Labour to focus on policy, not personality

Tony Blair, who led Labour to victory in three UK elections, called on the party on Tuesday to shun the temptation to move left or reverse Brexit to shore up its fortunes,

UK's ex-PM Blair calls on Labour to focus on policy, not personality
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Boeing increasing 737 production after consulting FAA

Boeing is increasing 737 production to 47 jets a month, up from 42, after consulting with the Federal Aviation Administration, Boeing CEO Kelly

Boeing increasing 737 production after consulting FAA
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Michael Nelson, Reuters veteran who oversaw its transformation, dies at 97

When in April 1968, years into the Vietnam War, communist forces declared their openness to a negotiated peace, Michael Nelson was quick to flag Reuters as

Michael Nelson, Reuters veteran who oversaw its transformation, dies at 97
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Royal Caribbean scraps Mexico water park after environmental backlash

Cruise company ​Royal Caribbean has abandoned its plan to build a large water park on Mexico's southern Caribbean coast after authorities denied environmental permits

Royal Caribbean scraps Mexico water park after environmental backlash
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Zelenskiy asks Trump for air defence as Russia escalates strike threats

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged U.S.

Zelenskiy asks Trump for air defence as Russia escalates strike threats
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Residents of Haiti's Cite Soleil demand protection after gang violence displaces hundreds

Residents of Port-au-Prince’s Cite Soleil district have staged a protest to seek the protection of local authorities after gang violence forced hundreds of people to flee their homes over the weekend

Residents of Haiti's Cite Soleil demand protection after gang violence displaces hundreds
Economy|Political|Technology|World

Iranians are back online after a monthslong shutdown but still face heavy restrictions

Iranians have begun to regain internet access after authorities ended a monthslong shutdown

Iranians are back online after a monthslong shutdown but still face heavy restrictions
Economy|Europe|World

US extends Temporary Protected Status for Lebanon until November

The Trump administration will extend deportation protections and work permits for thousands of Lebanese nationals in the U.S. for

US extends Temporary Protected Status for Lebanon until November
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Former Canadian minister to quit seat over environmental concerns, shrinking Carney's government

Former Canadian cabinet minister Steven Guilbeault said on Wednesday he plans to step down from his seat in parliament, citing his desire to fight for environmental

Former Canadian minister to quit seat over environmental concerns, shrinking Carney's government
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Alabama asks US Supreme Court to allow pro-Republican congressional map

Alabama officials asked the U.S.

Alabama asks US Supreme Court to allow pro-Republican congressional map
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Sri Lanka's surprise rate hike risks choking off IMF-backed recovery

Sri Lanka's surprise 100 basis-point interest rate hike risks tipping into over-tightening just as a fragile, IMF-backed recovery takes hold,

Sri Lanka's surprise rate hike risks choking off IMF-backed recovery
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Witnessing violence leaves scars. How to cope with the aftermath of traumatic events

Witnessing violence leaves scars. How to cope with the aftermath of traumatic events

Witnessing violence leaves scars. How to cope with the aftermath of traumatic events
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The Blue Wave from tiny Curaçao is making World Cup history

Curaçao has already crafted a story like none other in World Cup history

The Blue Wave from tiny Curaçao is making World Cup history
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Community honors Nicole Amor, Minnesota soldier killed in Kuwait, with memorial stone

Community honors Nicole Amor, Minnesota soldier killed in Kuwait, with memorial stone

Community honors Nicole Amor, Minnesota soldier killed in Kuwait, with memorial stone
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Puerto Rico governor announces emergency to fight worsening coastal erosion

Puerto Rico’s governor has announced a state of emergency following critical coastal erosion along the U.S. territory’s north coast

Puerto Rico governor announces emergency to fight worsening coastal erosion
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UK cyberspying chief calls AI 'an unstoppable force' and warns about Russia

Britain's cyberspying chief has warned that artificial intelligence is becoming an “unstoppable force” weaponized just below traditional warfare levels

UK cyberspying chief calls AI 'an unstoppable force' and warns about Russia
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UN raises alarm over Israel's killings of Gazans near armistice line

About a third of Palestinians killed by Israel since an October truce were in areas near the military's armistice line with Hamas, raising concerns that troops

UN raises alarm over Israel's killings of Gazans near armistice line
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NY Fed finds 'remarkable increase' in food insecurity for many Americans

By Michael S.

NY Fed finds 'remarkable increase' in food insecurity for many Americans
Africa|Crime|World

Survivors of al-Fashir attack describe brutal escape from Sudan

They could do nothing but watch as paramilitary fighters shot and killed their loved ones. They were held captive and endured beatings.

Survivors of al-Fashir attack describe brutal escape from Sudan
Crime|Europe|World

Accused German Red Army Faction militant sentenced to 13 years

A German court sentenced Daniela Klette, identified by police as a former member of the extreme-left Red Army Faction, to 13 years in prison on Wednesday for a

Accused German Red Army Faction militant sentenced to 13 years
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Lazard taps BofA veteran Burton-Morgan for new ECM advisory role, source says

Investment bank Lazard has hired industry veteran Daniel Burton-Morgan to lead a newly created advisory role, a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday.

Lazard taps BofA veteran Burton-Morgan for new ECM advisory role, source says
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U.S. banks report profit uptick in first quarter: FDIC

U.S. banks reported a 3.6% increase in their profits in the first quarter of 2026, rising to $80.5 billion as domestic deposits grew again and banks

U.S. banks report profit uptick in first quarter: FDIC
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WHO urges ceasefire in Congo to contain Ebola as cases surge

(Corrects paragraph 5 to state that North and South Kivu provinces are partially controlled by M23 rebels, not that North Kivu is held by M23 and South Kivu is controlled by the Alliance Fleuve Congo;

WHO urges ceasefire in Congo to contain Ebola as cases surge
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Hotel’s refusal to serve guest tap water at restaurant is lawful, top Italian court rules

Hotel’s refusal to serve guest tap water at restaurant is lawful, top Italian court rules

Hotel’s refusal to serve guest tap water at restaurant is lawful, top Italian court rules
Europe|Technology|World

UK and allies have narrowing window to stay ahead in tech race, spy chief says

Britain is at a "moment of consequence" amid hybrid attacks from Russia and other adversaries and a narrowing window to stay ahead in the race to develop

UK and allies have narrowing window to stay ahead in tech race, spy chief says
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Canada turns from US to Europe as Iran war propels aluminium higher

Canada is pushing more of its aluminium towards Europe to make the most of higher premiums on offer, after its neighbour the United States

Canada turns from US to Europe as Iran war propels aluminium higher
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Stocks eke out record closing highs, oil slides as markets eye US-Iran peace progress

Wall Street stocks showed little conviction on Wednesday, inching to all-time closing highs, while crude oil prices retreated as investors assessed

Stocks eke out record closing highs, oil slides as markets eye US-Iran peace progress
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COSCO products tanker leaving Strait of Hormuz, oil traffic still limited

An oil products tanker operated by Chinese shipping group COSCO was in the process of crossing through the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, after two crude

COSCO products tanker leaving Strait of Hormuz, oil traffic still limited
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Former President Biden sues DOJ over release of interview audio

Former Democratic U.S. President Joe Biden sued the U.S.

Former President Biden sues DOJ over release of interview audio
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Yen slides toward intervention zone as Iran war tensions lift dollar

The yen fell to its weakest level in nearly four weeks on Wednesday, edging closer to levels that prompted Japanese authorities

Yen slides toward intervention zone as Iran war tensions lift dollar
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OpenAI Foundation commits $250 million to help workers, economies navigate AI disruption

The non-profit that controls OpenAI will commit an initial $250 million for grants, partnerships and direct work aimed at helping workers and economies navigate the disruption

OpenAI Foundation commits $250 million to help workers, economies navigate AI disruption
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EU ministers to discuss Russia strategy as Kyiv pushes for European role

European Union foreign ministers will discuss on Thursday how to approach any possible future talks with

EU ministers to discuss Russia strategy as Kyiv pushes for European role
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US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, new analysis finds

U.S. military contractors will need at least three years to replenish stockpiles of three key weapons systems used in the Iran war

US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, new analysis finds
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Massachusetts Uber, Lyft drivers certify first statewide ride-hailing union amid automation fears

Drivers in Massachusetts for ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft have become the first in the nation to certify a union

Massachusetts Uber, Lyft drivers certify first statewide ride-hailing union amid automation fears
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IOC President Kirsty Coventry says sports cut from 2032 Brisbane Games could return in future

IOC President Kirsty Coventry says sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics program will have a path to return at future Summer Games

IOC President Kirsty Coventry says sports cut from 2032 Brisbane Games could return in future
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Argentine police arrest 2 Chileans suspected of being in a group targeting NBA and NFL stars

Argentine police have arrested two Chilean citizens suspected of being part of a transnational crime gang that targeted the homes of NFL and NBA stars and other elite athletes

Argentine police arrest 2 Chileans suspected of being in a group targeting NBA and NFL stars
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Iran expands restrictions on distribution of news content by international media outlets

Iran is expanding restrictions on the distribution of news content from the country

Iran expands restrictions on distribution of news content by international media outlets
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

A warmer world creates bigger and more damaging hailstones, study says

A new study says the size and damage from hailstones will increase in a warming world

A warmer world creates bigger and more damaging hailstones, study says
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Climbers meet in Nepal to discuss the challenges of scaling Mount Everest

Climbers and officials have met in Kathmandu to discuss the risks of scaling Mount Everest

Climbers meet in Nepal to discuss the challenges of scaling Mount Everest
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Spanish police search Socialist party’s headquarters in fresh blow to Prime Minister Sánchez

Spanish police have mounted a search of the headquarters of the ruling Socialist Party as part of an ongoing investigation into possible financial wrongdoing

Spanish police search Socialist party’s headquarters in fresh blow to Prime Minister Sánchez
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US mortgage rate rises to nine-month high, worsening affordability again

The rate on the most popular U.S. residential real estate loan hit a nine-month high last week in another blow to home-ownership affordability, as the Iran war kept oil prices

US mortgage rate rises to nine-month high, worsening affordability again
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Bolivia clears path to send troops onto streets to calm protests

Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz on Wednesday took steps toward potentially declaring a state of emergency as anti-government protests have escalated in the early months of

Bolivia clears path to send troops onto streets to calm protests
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan president gifts Trump autobiography of TSMC founder

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on Wednesday gifted U.S.

Taiwan president gifts Trump autobiography of TSMC founder
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S&P 500 forecast to end year slightly higher even as war drags on

The benchmark Standard & Poor's 500 index will end 2026 slightly higher than its current record levels, according to a Reuters poll of stock

S&P 500 forecast to end year slightly higher even as war drags on
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Defence-driven demand powers surge in US listings by mining firms

There has been a surge in mining companies seeking U.S. listings this year, but even more striking is the change in language as firms explicitly target

Defence-driven demand powers surge in US listings by mining firms
Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC sets trial date for Philippines' Duterte over alleged crimes against humanity

Judges at the International Criminal Court on Wednesday set November 30 as the start date for the trial of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte, who is charged

ICC sets trial date for Philippines' Duterte over alleged crimes against humanity
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Netherlands deploys minesweeper amid Hormuz contingency planning

The Netherlands will send a minesweeper to the Mediterranean Sea as part of NATO operations to allow a possible rapid deployment to the Strait of Hormuz, should a mission

Netherlands deploys minesweeper amid Hormuz contingency planning
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Wall St opens higher on AI optimism, Mideast truce hopes

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Wednesday aided by sustained AI-driven momentum, while investors were cautiously optimistic that the U.S. and Iran would reach a deal.

Wall St opens higher on AI optimism, Mideast truce hopes
Economy|Health|Science|World

'Breakneck' Ebola epidemic in Congo outpaces world's response

In an Ebola outbreak, hours matter. 

'Breakneck' Ebola epidemic in Congo outpaces world's response
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'Greetings after 88 days': Iranians reconnect after long internet shutdown

Iranians isolated by a long internet shutdown imposed by the authorities during the war with the U.S. and Israel

'Greetings after 88 days': Iranians reconnect after long internet shutdown
Economy|Political|US|World

Iran state TV says draft deal with US would reopen Hormuz shipping, end naval blockade

(Corrects first paragraph to show that state TV obtained the draft, not Tehran.

Iran state TV says draft deal with US would reopen Hormuz shipping, end naval blockade
Africa|Health|World

Uganda closes border with Congo to try to limit Ebola spread

Uganda has closed its border with neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo with immediate effect to try to limit the spread of Ebola, Uganda's government said on Wednesday

Uganda closes border with Congo to try to limit Ebola spread
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Top central banks forge ahead with 'always-on' cross-border payments testing

A group of the world's leading central banks and more than 40 major commercial banks are to step up testing of one of the world's most closely watched digital

Top central banks forge ahead with 'always-on' cross-border payments testing
Business|Crime|Political|World

Palestinians mourn slain Hamas militant chief as Israel escalates Gaza attacks

Dozens of Palestinians carried the body of Hamas' armed wing chief through the streets of Gaza City in a

Palestinians mourn slain Hamas militant chief as Israel escalates Gaza attacks
Health|Science|World

US planning quarantine facility in Kenya for citizens exposed to Ebola, sources say

The U.S. is discussing with Kenya opening a facility there to quarantine American citizens who become exposed to the Ebola outbreak centered in the Democratic Republic of Congo, two

US planning quarantine facility in Kenya for citizens exposed to Ebola, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

American Airlines plans to double India tech hub staff, sources say

U.S. carrier American Airlines Group plans to double headcount at its India technology hub to about 800 by early next

American Airlines plans to double India tech hub staff, sources say
Africa|World

South African government and Afrikaners reject US claim of a humanitarian emergency for white people

South Africa's government and Afrikaner advocacy groups reject the notion of a humanitarian emergency affecting white people in the country

South African government and Afrikaners reject US claim of a humanitarian emergency for white people
Crime|Europe|World

Suspected former member of German left-wing militant group jailed after years on the run

Suspected former member of German left-wing militant group jailed after years on the run

Suspected former member of German left-wing militant group jailed after years on the run
Arts|Entertainment|Travel|World

Titanic survivor's grandson shares little-known story of Chinese passengers who survived

Titanic survivor's grandson shares little-known story of Chinese passengers who survived

Titanic survivor's grandson shares little-known story of Chinese passengers who survived
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Cornyn went to great lengths to avoid Trump's wrath. The Texas senator lost his seat anyway

President Donald Trump is congratulating Texas Sen. John Cornyn for having a “great career” while also congratulating the man who beat Cornyn in a primary with his endorsement

Cornyn went to great lengths to avoid Trump's wrath. The Texas senator lost his seat anyway
Economy|Political|World

Peronist leaders in Argentina seek broad alliance as Milei loses support

Leaders within Peronism, Argentina's main opposition movement, are looking to capitalize on President Javier Milei's declining popularity and push to form a

Peronist leaders in Argentina seek broad alliance as Milei loses support
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Out of the blue chips

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets The chips are indeed blue.

Out of the blue chips
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Airbus Defence chief rules out total failure of FCAS fighter jet project

The head of Airbus Defence ruled out the complete failure of the crisis-hit Franco-German FCAS fighter jet project, saying at least a networking system for weapons and drone

Airbus Defence chief rules out total failure of FCAS fighter jet project
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Tencent links PayPal to WeChat Pay network, enabling US users to spend across China

U.S.

Tencent links PayPal to WeChat Pay network, enabling US users to spend across China
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Latvia to strengthen anti-drone defences along its Russia and Belarus border

Latvia is increasing anti-drone defences on its borders with Russia and Moscow-allied Belarus in response to drones flying into the

Latvia to strengthen anti-drone defences along its Russia and Belarus border
Business|Europe|Travel|World

Hotels can refuse to serve tap water, Italy's top court rules

Italian hotels can refuse to serve their guests tap water, Italy's highest court ruled in response to a tourist's complaint against a luxury hotel in a ski resort in the

Hotels can refuse to serve tap water, Italy's top court rules
Crime|MidEast|World

Iranian missile likely involved in attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz, South Korea says

An Iranian anti-ship missile was likely involved in an attack on a cargo ship operated by local shipper HMM in the Strait of Hormuz earlier this

Iranian missile likely involved in attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz, South Korea says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Schaeffler, Spire Global team up for space hardware, satellite platforms in Europe

Schaeffler and U.S.-based satellite operator Spire Global have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop space hardware and satellite platforms for European defence,

Schaeffler, Spire Global team up for space hardware, satellite platforms in Europe
Europe|Political|World

UK, Poland to sign defence treaty to tackle Russian threats

Britain will sign a new defence and security treaty with Poland on Wednesday to combat threats, including from an increasingly aggressive Russia, part of Prime Minister Keir

UK, Poland to sign defence treaty to tackle Russian threats
Africa|Economy|World

A bitter Eid al-Adha in Mali's capital as al-Qaida-linked blockade sends sheep prices soaring

Muslims in Mali's capital, Bamako, face challenges celebrating Eid al-Adha due to a blockade by armed groups linked to al-Qaida

A bitter Eid al-Adha in Mali's capital as al-Qaida-linked blockade sends sheep prices soaring
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards

President Donald Trump's administration has announced a new policy requiring green card seekers to apply from their home countries instead of in the U.S. This change has left many immigrants and attorneys confused and concerned

Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards
Europe|Sports|World

Denmark and former Leicester goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel retiring because of shoulder injury

Denmark and Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel, who was part of the Premier League-winning team with Leicester in 2016 in one of soccer’s biggest shocks, has announced his retirement from soccer because of a serious shoulder injury

Denmark and former Leicester goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel retiring because of shoulder injury
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Paris prosecutors probe alleged foreign smear campaigns in local elections

Paris prosecutors have opened a probe to determine whether three hard-left mayoral candidates were targeted by a foreign state seeking to meddle in

Paris prosecutors probe alleged foreign smear campaigns in local elections
Europe|Political|World

Pope Leo decries 'sharp intensification' of war in Ukraine

Pope Leo on Wednesday decried what he called a "sharp intensification" of the war in Ukraine, telling pilgrims at his weekly audience at the Vatican that he wanted to

Pope Leo decries 'sharp intensification' of war in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Iran war splits global markets into clear winners and losers

Three months since the Iran war began, persistently high oil prices have policymakers grappling with renewed inflation fears, while sliding currencies are a headache for

Iran war splits global markets into clear winners and losers
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German economic council cuts growth forecast as energy prices bite

The German Council of Economic Experts cut its growth forecast for Europe's largest economy on Wednesday, citing the impact of the Middle East conflict,

German economic council cuts growth forecast as energy prices bite
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Investors expect US dollar to break higher as Fed battles inflation

The U.S. dollar, long stuck in a tight trading range, could be in for a break higher as the Federal Reserve shifts its focus to fighting worrisome signs that inflation is

Investors expect US dollar to break higher as Fed battles inflation
Crime|Europe|World

Police at Spain's ruling Socialists HQ as part of probe into ex party official

Police were seeking documents at the headquarters of Spain's ruling Socialist Party (PSOE) on Wednesday as part of an investigation into an

Police at Spain's ruling Socialists HQ as part of probe into ex party official
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European stocks end steady as gains in autos, chemicals offset Iran war uncertainty

European shares ended little changed on Wednesday, holding near record levels reached before the Iran war began, as gains in automobile and

European stocks end steady as gains in autos, chemicals offset Iran war uncertainty
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish opposition party to hold congress once conditions met, chair says

The reinstated chair of Turkey's main opposition party Kemal Kilicdaroglu said on Wednesday the party will hold a congress once legal conditions are met, after a court

Turkish opposition party to hold congress once conditions met, chair says
Crime|MidEast|World

South Korea says attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz likely involved an Iranian missile

South Korea's Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday that an attack on a cargo ship operated by local shipper HMM in the Strait of Hormuz earlier this

South Korea says attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz likely involved an Iranian missile
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Hungary Parliament approves law to maintain membership in International Criminal Court

Hungary's parliament on Wednesday approved legislation to maintain the country's membership in the International Criminal Court, reversing a 2025 decision made by the

Hungary Parliament approves law to maintain membership in International Criminal Court
Health|Science|Sports|World

This year’s World Cup is testing the public health playbook

This year’s World Cup is testing the public health playbook

This year’s World Cup is testing the public health playbook
Europe|Travel|World

The iconic Istanbul hotel which hosted spies, kings and Greta Garbo

The iconic Istanbul hotel which hosted spies, kings and Greta Garbo

The iconic Istanbul hotel which hosted spies, kings and Greta Garbo
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Minneapolis police chief resigns after interfering with an investigation, mayor says

The mayor of Minneapolis says the police chief hired to oversee reforms after George Floyd’s killing has chosen to resign rather than face discipline for interfering with an investigation into his conduct

Minneapolis police chief resigns after interfering with an investigation, mayor says
Crime|Political|World

Deported Cuban migrants are stranded in Mexico after suffering mistreatment in US detention centers, report says

Deported Cuban migrants are stranded in Mexico after suffering mistreatment in US detention centers, report says

Deported Cuban migrants are stranded in Mexico after suffering mistreatment in US detention centers, report says
Environment|Science|Travel|World

In the lowest place on Earth, a sea is rapidly dying — and no one can agree how to save it

In the lowest place on Earth, a sea is rapidly dying — and no one can agree how to save it

In the lowest place on Earth, a sea is rapidly dying — and no one can agree how to save it
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Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance

Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance

Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?

‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?

‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?
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Australian police plan to form a heavily armed team in response to Bondi Beach massacre

An Australian government inquiry has heard that a state police force has worked to form a heavily armed rapid response team since the Bondi Beach shooting

Australian police plan to form a heavily armed team in response to Bondi Beach massacre
Environment|Health|Science|Travel|World

Hantavirus cases from cruise outbreak rise to 13 following new case in Spain, WHO says

The number of cases of Hantavirus linked to a cruise ship at the centre of an outbreak has increased to 13, the head of the World Health Organization

Hantavirus cases from cruise outbreak rise to 13 following new case in Spain, WHO says
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippines launches independent truth panel to probe 'drugs war' killings

A commission was launched in the Philippines on Wednesday led by a former International Criminal Court judge to investigate a bloody "war on drugs",

Philippines launches independent truth panel to probe 'drugs war' killings
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Iran war fallout amplifying Europe's financial vulnerabilities, ECB warns

The Iran war and lingering trade tensions could dent euro zone economic growth, push up borrowing costs and challenge some member states' ability to sustain public

Iran war fallout amplifying Europe's financial vulnerabilities, ECB warns
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU governments clear US trade deal legislation

European Union governments cleared legislation on Wednesday to remove import duties on many U.S. goods, an EU source with knowledge of their meeting

EU governments clear US trade deal legislation
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ's net income falls due to higher interest payments on reserves

The Bank of Japan saw net income fall in fiscal 2025 as rising interest rates boosted payments made on excess reserves parked with the central bank, its

BOJ's net income falls due to higher interest payments on reserves
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greece's leftist firebrand Tsipras makes comeback with new political party

Former prime minister Alexis Tsipras, the leftist firebrand who ran Greece at the height of its debt crisis in 2015, has launched a new political party, promising to fight

Greece's leftist firebrand Tsipras makes comeback with new political party
Europe|Political|World

Drone incursions sow fear, chaos along NATO's Baltic and Finnish borders

Military drones straying into the airspace of Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are stoking concerns that the war in Ukraine is spilling over into NATO's northern borders with

Drone incursions sow fear, chaos along NATO's Baltic and Finnish borders
World

Senior Ukrainian commander sees imminent 'turning point' in war

Ukraine has a six-month window in which to seize the battlefield initiative from Russia and strengthen its hand for peace talks, a senior

Senior Ukrainian commander sees imminent 'turning point' in war
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Fed's Logan: world may need to cut use of oil and natural gas 

The world may need to find a way to get by on less oil and gas if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed much longer due to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, Dallas Federal Reserve

Fed's Logan: world may need to cut use of oil and natural gas 
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Sevastopol governor says Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles in attack

Air defence units in the port of Sevastopol in Russian-occupied Crimea downed more than 20 Ukrainian drones early on Wednesday, with Ukraine also using Storm Shadow missiles, the

Sevastopol governor says Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles in attack
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China willing to work with Czech government to improve ties

China is willing to work with the Czech Republic to improve ties and revive a traditional friendship, Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Czech counterpart Petr Macinka, state

China willing to work with Czech government to improve ties
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Amazon invests $20 billion in UK in 2025

Amazon invested over £15 billion ($20 billion) in Britain in 2025, keeping the e-commerce giant on track to deliver its planned £40 billion investment in the three years to

Amazon invests $20 billion in UK in 2025
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Errant Ukrainian drones fuel tensions on NATO's eastern flank

Ukrainian drones have strayed into Baltic countries' airspace in recent weeks, sowing confusion and

Errant Ukrainian drones fuel tensions on NATO's eastern flank
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European stocks set for modest gains as Iran war dampens outlook, poll shows

European shares will struggle to post further gains for the rest of this year, a Reuters poll found, weighed down by the economic hit from the Iran war

European stocks set for modest gains as Iran war dampens outlook, poll shows
Business|Economy|Environment|World

China allows fresh urea exports amid Iran war-fuelled fertiliser crisis, sources say

China has issued export quotas for urea fertiliser, sources with direct knowledge of the matter said, a move that could help ease soaring global prices for one of the world's most

China allows fresh urea exports amid Iran war-fuelled fertiliser crisis, sources say
Health|World

Aid group Samaritan's Purse plans 50-bed Ebola unit in Congo

Christian aid group Samaritan's Purse hopes to open within a week a 50-bed Ebola treatment centre in the area of the outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo,

Aid group Samaritan's Purse plans 50-bed Ebola unit in Congo
Africa|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

In Congo displacement camp, fighting Ebola with sand, oatmeal and one thermometer but no water

There is one handwashing station and one infrared thermometer to fight the Ebola epidemic in this camp for 10,000 displaced people in Bunia, a city at the heart of the outbreak in eastern Congo

In Congo displacement camp, fighting Ebola with sand, oatmeal and one thermometer but no water
Asia|World

Penpa Tsering sworn in for a second term to lead Tibet’s government-in-exile

Penpa Tsering has been sworn in for a second term as the president of Tibet’s government-in-exile based in India

Penpa Tsering sworn in for a second term to lead Tibet’s government-in-exile
Science|Technology|World

NASA lays out moon base plans with landers, buggies and drones at the top of the list

NASA is already ordering landers, rovers and drones for a sprawling moon base, less than two months after the Artemis II mission

NASA lays out moon base plans with landers, buggies and drones at the top of the list
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Kashkari calls for focus on inflation risk, mum on timing of next rate move

The Federal Reserve must focus on containing inflationary risks that appear to be building, though it was "far too soon" to predict when it could next change

Fed's Kashkari calls for focus on inflation risk, mum on timing of next rate move
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Job ad for shepherds goes viral in China exposing labour market strains

Chinese farm owner Zuo Xiaoyong was stunned to see his job ad for shepherds to work in the remote and rugged grasslands south of Mongolia

Job ad for shepherds goes viral in China exposing labour market strains
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China says Panama ties should not be subject to third-party interference, Xinhua reports

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing was ready to deepen practical cooperation with Panama and urged the Central American country to safeguard Chinese firms'

China says Panama ties should not be subject to third-party interference, Xinhua reports
Europe|Political|World

New UK-Poland treaty to focus on defence against Russia, Tusk says

Poland wants the closest possible diplomatic relations with the United Kingdom, focusing on defence against Russia, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Wednesday

New UK-Poland treaty to focus on defence against Russia, Tusk says
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

'Business as usual': Fakes, piracy thrive in Vietnam as US tariff deadline nears

At a sprawling bazaar on the outskirts of Vietnam's capital, the trade in counterfeit goods is bustling despite government crackdowns and

'Business as usual': Fakes, piracy thrive in Vietnam as US tariff deadline nears
Economy|World

Supply shock, debt may hurt central bank independence, ex-Fed executive says

Pressures on central bank independence are likely to grow as public dissatisfaction over supply-shock-driven inflation may tempt politicians to assign blame

Supply shock, debt may hurt central bank independence, ex-Fed executive says
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|World

China executes man for poisoning gaming tycoon linked to Netflix's '3 Body Problem'

Chinese authorities have executed a man for poisoning his former associate, a billionaire gaming tycoon linked to the Netflix production of “The Three-Body Problem.”

China executes man for poisoning gaming tycoon linked to Netflix's '3 Body Problem'
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|World

US has deported thousands of Cubans and Venezuelans to danger in Mexico, Human Rights Watch says

The Trump administration has deported nearly 13,000 Cubans, Venezuelans and others to Mexico, where they face cartel violence and limited legal options

US has deported thousands of Cubans and Venezuelans to danger in Mexico, Human Rights Watch says
Asia|Environment|World

Cave divers race to free 7 trapped underground in Laos as conditions worsen. What to know

Cave divers race to free 7 trapped underground in Laos as conditions worsen. What to know

Cave divers race to free 7 trapped underground in Laos as conditions worsen. What to know
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japan's Nikkei retreats from record high as AI rally sparks caution

Japan's Nikkei share average retreated from a record peak to end nearly flat on Wednesday, as investor caution grew about the fast-paced rally in AI-related

Japan's Nikkei retreats from record high as AI rally sparks caution
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung workers approve pay deal but management still has trying times ahead

Unionised workers at Samsung Electronics have approved a highly contentious deal on bonus pay - one that averts a massive strike but also exacerbates deep

Samsung workers approve pay deal but management still has trying times ahead
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

SK Hynix joins $1 trillion club after Samsung, Micron on AI chip boom

SK Hynix topped $1 trillion in market value for the first time on Wednesday, joining its memory chip rivals Samsung Electronics and

SK Hynix joins $1 trillion club after Samsung, Micron on AI chip boom
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports

U.S.

US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions

The deal Samsung Electronics struck with its union averts a massive strike and gives its memory chip workers eye-popping bonuses.

Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Samsung plans $1.5 billion chip testing plant in Vietnam, document shows

Samsung Electronics plans to invest 39 trillion dong ($1.5 billion) in Vietnam to build a semiconductor testing plant, its proposal

Samsung plans $1.5 billion chip testing plant in Vietnam, document shows
Business|Economy|World

Thai housing demand recovering but outlook clouded by energy shock risks

(Fixes typo in lead paragraph to 'lender,' not 'leader.')

Thai housing demand recovering but outlook clouded by energy shock risks
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Europe's push to break Big Tech's grip tempered by internal debate

European leaders are divided on how far to go in curbing Big Tech as they weigh momentous decisions over giving EU firms preferential access to mobile

Europe's push to break Big Tech's grip tempered by internal debate
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks

Vietnam’s top leader To Lam will visit the Philippines next week, Manila said on Wednesday, as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr seeks to further strengthen his country's

Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Markets cheer, central banks warn

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rocky Swift While markets appear to be looking past the Middle East crisis and the havoc it has wreaked on energy supplies, central bankers

Markets cheer, central banks warn
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Chemical tank rupture in Washington state causes one death, multiple injuries

A chemical tank imploded and ruptured at a Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in the U.S. state of Washington on Tuesday, resulting in one death and nine injuries, while nine others

Chemical tank rupture in Washington state causes one death, multiple injuries
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties, report shows

Hong Kong has overtaken Switzerland as the top global booking centre for cross-border wealth, a first that is unlikely to be reversed as hubs in Asia grow faster than the

Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties, report shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Hong Kong watchdog raids local units of two Chinese brokerages, sources say

Hong Kong securities regulator has raided the local arms of two major Chinese brokerages as it investigates suspected misconduct tied to share offerings, sources said, the latest

Hong Kong watchdog raids local units of two Chinese brokerages, sources say
Entertainment|Sports|World

Victor Wembanyama held to series-low 20 points, Spurs fall in Game 5 of West finals to Thunder

It’s been a very simple formula for the San Antonio Spurs in these Western Conference finals

Victor Wembanyama held to series-low 20 points, Spurs fall in Game 5 of West finals to Thunder
Business|Education|World

LEGO Foundation donates $97 million to bring play-based learning to children impacted by conflicts

The LEGO Foundation has committed $97 million to expand the International Rescue Committee's programs that use play to aid learning and recovery for children in conflict zones

LEGO Foundation donates $97 million to bring play-based learning to children impacted by conflicts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Goldman Sachs lifts S&P 500 year-end target to 8,000 on strong earnings outlook

Goldman Sachs has raised its 2026 year-end forecast for the S&P 500 index to 8,000 from 7,600, citing continued strength in corporate earnings.

Goldman Sachs lifts S&P 500 year-end target to 8,000 on strong earnings outlook
Business|Economy|World

NZ central bank flags imminent hikes to counter energy shock after narrow hold

New Zealand's central bank held rates steady on Wednesday, but a split vote underscored a knife-edge decision, as policymakers warned

NZ central bank flags imminent hikes to counter energy shock after narrow hold
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung's unionised workers in South Korea approve pay deal

Samsung Electronics' unionised workers in South Korea voted to approve a tentative wage deal, the union said on Wednesday, averting a strike that threatened to rattle global

Samsung's unionised workers in South Korea approve pay deal
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia allows central bank, top lender Sberbank to down drones

Russia has passed a law allowing its central bank and other financial institutions to operate their own defence systems and arm staff to repel drone attacks, a document published by

Russia allows central bank, top lender Sberbank to down drones
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ's Ueda warns temporary energy shock could become persistent

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Wednesday central banks should not look at oil prices in isolation because a temporary energy shock can become

BOJ's Ueda warns temporary energy shock could become persistent
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Russia's Putin gifts four Amur tigers to Kazakhstan ahead of visit

Russia has handed Kazakhstan four Amur tigers, two of them cubs, to help the country restore its numbers of the animals, President Vladimir Putin said in an

Russia's Putin gifts four Amur tigers to Kazakhstan ahead of visit
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's April industrial profits grow at fastest in more than two years

China's industrial profits in April grew at the fastest pace since November 2023, despite financial pressures stemming from softening domestic demand and rising component

China's April industrial profits grow at fastest in more than two years
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia consumer inflation slows in April, core creeps higher

Australian consumer prices increased by less than expected in April thanks to a government tax cut on fuel, data showed on Wednesday, while core inflation ticked up as

Australia consumer inflation slows in April, core creeps higher
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US military strike on alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 1, leaves 2 survivors

The U.S. military has launched another strike on a vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one man and leaving two survivors

US military strike on alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific kills 1, leaves 2 survivors
Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea says it tested new warheads, technology and navigation in latest launches

North Korea says its latest launches involved multiple weapons systems, including a nuclear-capable cruise missile that leader Kim Jong Un plans to deploy with front-line units facing South Korea

North Korea says it tested new warheads, technology and navigation in latest launches
Education|Political|US|World

US judge halts West Point faculty speech curbs under Trump-era policy

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked the U.S.

US judge halts West Point faculty speech curbs under Trump-era policy
Science|Technology|World

North Korea tests AI-guided missiles and artillery rockets designed for modern warfare, KCNA says

North Korea has tested a mix of tactical ballistic missiles, artillery rockets and AI-guided precision cruise missiles designed for modern warfare under leader

North Korea tests AI-guided missiles and artillery rockets designed for modern warfare, KCNA says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japan's Nikkei to set record 69,000 in 2027 as blistering rally outpaces peers: Reuters poll

AI exuberance and robust earnings will continue to power Japan's Nikkei to record highs, even as its blistering rally makes it hard for forecasters to keep

Japan's Nikkei to set record 69,000 in 2027 as blistering rally outpaces peers: Reuters poll
Asia|Political|Travel|World

Singapore foreign minister in North Korea on rare trip to two Koreas

Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan met his North Korean counterpart Choe Son Hui on Tuesday in Pyongyang and discussed strengthening bilateral ties, KCNA state

Singapore foreign minister in North Korea on rare trip to two Koreas
Business|Environment|Europe|Finance|World

BP ousts Chair Albert Manifold citing governance and conduct issues

BP's board on Tuesday ousted Chair Albert Manifold and expressed serious concerns about his governance standards, oversight and conduct in the latest leadership

BP ousts Chair Albert Manifold citing governance and conduct issues
Health|Travel|World

Canada, Bahamas imposes Ebola-related travel bans

Canada and the Bahamas said on Tuesday they will temporarily ban residents from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan amid an Ebola

Canada, Bahamas imposes Ebola-related travel bans
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan's corporate service prices rise 3% in April

A key gauge of Japan's service-sector inflation rose 3.0% in April from a year earlier, data showed on Wednesday, reinforcing the central bank's view that a tight labour

Japan's corporate service prices rise 3% in April
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Canada and Germany make liquefied natural gas deal as Carney looks to diversify from US

A person familiar with the matter says Canada has reached a deal to export liquefied natural gas to Germany from a planned Pacific Coast terminal

Canada and Germany make liquefied natural gas deal as Carney looks to diversify from US
Americas|Sports|US|World

Reyna, Berhalter, Zendejas on US World Cup roster, while Luna and Tessmann left off by Pochettino

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino has announced his 26-man World Cup roster

Reyna, Berhalter, Zendejas on US World Cup roster, while Luna and Tessmann left off by Pochettino
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK, Poland to sign defence treaty to tackle Russian threats

Britain will sign a new defence and security treaty with Poland on Wednesday to combat threats, including from an increasingly aggressive Russia, part of Prime Minister Keir

UK, Poland to sign defence treaty to tackle Russian threats
Political|Science|Technology|World

UN Security Council condemns attack on UAE nuclear plant

The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday condemned the attack on Barakah Nuclear Plant in the United Arab Emirates, according to a statement, adding that the 

UN Security Council condemns attack on UAE nuclear plant
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

Brazil senator and presidential contender Flavio Bolsonaro meets Trump at White House

Brazilian Senator and presidential contender Flavio Bolsonaro met with U.S.

Brazil senator and presidential contender Flavio Bolsonaro meets Trump at White House
Environment|Europe|Health|World

Exceptionally early heat wave shatters records and brings deaths in Europe

A spring heat wave is scorching parts of Western Europe, breaking temperature records and triggering government warnings

Exceptionally early heat wave shatters records and brings deaths in Europe
Health|Political|Travel|World

Canada will require self-isolation for people traveling from Congo, Sudan and Uganda due to Ebola

The Canadian government says travelers from Ebola-affected regions will be required to self-isolate for 21 days, while immigration authorities are temporarily suspending decisions on applications from Congo, South Sudan and Uganda

Canada will require self-isolation for people traveling from Congo, Sudan and Uganda due to Ebola
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs

Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs

Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs
Crime|Health|Political|World

Protesters clash with agents outside New Jersey ICE facility. Inside, detainees continue their hunger strike, attorneys say

Protesters clash with agents outside New Jersey ICE facility. Inside, detainees continue their hunger strike, attorneys say

Protesters clash with agents outside New Jersey ICE facility. Inside, detainees continue their hunger strike, attorneys say
Health|Political|World

Israel says it targets new Hamas leader in Gaza as Palestinians report 3 dead

Palestinian hospital officials say Israel has carried out a pair of airstrikes in Gaza City, killing at least three people and injuring 12

Israel says it targets new Hamas leader in Gaza as Palestinians report 3 dead
Health|Political|Science|World

Trump wraps up 3-hour medical visit to Walter Reed and declares 'Everything checked out PERFECTLY'

President Donald Trump has wrapped up a three-hour visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for what the White House describes as preventive medical and dental exams

Trump wraps up 3-hour medical visit to Walter Reed and declares 'Everything checked out PERFECTLY'
Economy|Health|Political|World

The Latest: Iran deal progress is murky after US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes

President Donald Trump insists a peace deal is close on the 88th day of the Iran war

The Latest: Iran deal progress is murky after US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes
Crime|Political|US|World

Southern Poverty Law Center seeks dismissal of 'vindictive' Justice Department indictment

The Southern Poverty Law Center says a Justice Department indictment against the group is part of a “top-down” campaign of retribution against President Donald Trump’s perceived political enemies and represents a vindictive prosecution that must be dismissed

Southern Poverty Law Center seeks dismissal of 'vindictive' Justice Department indictment
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|World

US Justice Department sues UCLA alleging antisemitic educational environment

The U.S.

US Justice Department sues UCLA alleging antisemitic educational environment
Business|Economy|Environment|World

US and Thailand speed LNG talks as war hits Qatar exports, sources say

The U.S. and Thailand are in talks on new long-term supply of U.S.-produced liquefied natural gas, two sources said on Tuesday, negotiations that have

US and Thailand speed LNG talks as war hits Qatar exports, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|World

US to keep tariffs on USMCA countries, issues with Canada 'significant', Greer says

The Trump administration intends to maintain tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada, U.S.

US to keep tariffs on USMCA countries, issues with Canada 'significant', Greer says
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

NTSB wants FAA to revise runway safety assessments during heavy rainfall

The U.S.

NTSB wants FAA to revise runway safety assessments during heavy rainfall
Political|Technology|World

Republican attorneys general split with House party members over US social media bill

More than a dozen Republican attorneys general said they oppose a children's online safety bill backed by their party's members of the U.S.

Republican attorneys general split with House party members over US social media bill
Business|Crime|Environment|Travel|World

Tanker reports external explosion off Oman coast, crew safe, UKMTO says

United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said on Tuesday that a tanker had reported an external explosion on the vessel's port side, close to the waterline, 60 nautical

Tanker reports external explosion off Oman coast, crew safe, UKMTO says
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire

Iran said on Tuesday the United States had violated a ceasefire by striking targets near the contested Strait of Hormuz, potentially complicating efforts to bring the war to a close

Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US to seek public comment on Chinese goods eligible for tariff cuts

U.S.

US to seek public comment on Chinese goods eligible for tariff cuts
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Volvo Cars wins US approval to keep importing vehicles with 'connected car' technology

(Corrects identifier RIC for Geely Holding in lead paragraph.)

Volvo Cars wins US approval to keep importing vehicles with 'connected car' technology
Business|Science|Technology|World

US Space Force awards SpaceX $2.29 billion contract for military space data network

The U.S.

US Space Force awards SpaceX $2.29 billion contract for military space data network
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop media leaks

The Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a continuing crackdown on leaks to the media

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop media leaks
Travel|World

Muslim pilgrims converge on Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia as the Hajj reaches its peak

Muslim pilgrims have gathered on Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia for the second day of the Hajj, considered the pinnacle of the annual pilgrimage

Muslim pilgrims converge on Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia as the Hajj reaches its peak
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Another surge for Micron, Wall Street's latest $1 trillion company, sends US stocks to records

The U.S. stock market rose to records as it caught up with climbs for others around the world from the day before, when President Donald Trump said negotiations were “proceeding nicely” with Iran on ending their war

Another surge for Micron, Wall Street's latest $1 trillion company, sends US stocks to records
Arts|Environment|Europe|Sports|World

Sabalenka's necklaces sparkle in the sun during French Open win. Gauff, Osaka, Sinner advance

Aryna Sabalenka’s diamonds sparkled in the sunshine when she won her first-round match at the heat-soaked French Open

Sabalenka's necklaces sparkle in the sun during French Open win. Gauff, Osaka, Sinner advance
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq traded near record levels on Tuesday, after briefly hitting fresh intraday highs, as AI-fueled optimism

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club
MidEast|Political|World

China says it hopes Iran war parties can meet each other halfway

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday he hoped parties in the Iran conflict can stay committed to pursuing a ceasefire and continue to meet each other halfway.

China says it hopes Iran war parties can meet each other halfway
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump's redistricting push suffers setbacks in Alabama, South Carolina

President Donald Trump's push for Republican-led states to draw electoral maps more favorable to his party ahead of November's midterm elections suffered twin setbacks

Trump's redistricting push suffers setbacks in Alabama, South Carolina
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Portugal police say operation breaks up large-scale illegal immigration network

Portuguese police said on Tuesday that the authorities have dismantled a criminal group allegedly responsible for illegally trying to regularise the status of around 4,000

Portugal police say operation breaks up large-scale illegal immigration network
Business|Crime|Economy|Health|World

FAA proposes fining Alaska Airlines $165,000 over allowing intoxicated passengers to board

The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday proposed fining Alaska Airlines $165,000 for allegedly allowing intoxicated passengers to board

FAA proposes fining Alaska Airlines $165,000 over allowing intoxicated passengers to board
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel attacks Hamas' new armed wing chief, Netanyahu says

Israel said on Tuesday it had attacked Hamas’ new armed wing chief, who it said was appointed just days earlier after Israel

Israel attacks Hamas' new armed wing chief, Netanyahu says
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans

U.S.

Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel pounds Lebanon with strikes, expands ground operations past security zone

Israel pounded Lebanon with more than 120 air strikes on Tuesday in one of the heaviest days of bombing in weeks, Lebanese security sources said, as Israeli Prime

Israel pounds Lebanon with strikes, expands ground operations past security zone
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq nab record closing highs, WTI crude falls on hopes for Iran peace deal

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq advanced on Tuesday, parting ways with their European counterparts, and falling West Texas Intermediate crude prices diverged

S&P 500, Nasdaq nab record closing highs, WTI crude falls on hopes for Iran peace deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brent crude jumps 4%, as US strikes in Iran set back hopes for Hormuz re-opening

Brent crude futures climbed about 4% on Tuesday after the U.S. military carried out strikes in Iran, a setback to hopes over the weekend that the United

Brent crude jumps 4%, as US strikes in Iran set back hopes for Hormuz re-opening
Health|Science|World

US CDC seeks staff for Ebola screening as outbreak response expands

The U.S.

US CDC seeks staff for Ebola screening as outbreak response expands
Election|Political|US|World

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts

Tracking states’ unprecedented redistricting efforts
Economy|Political|Technology|World

Iranians emerge online with skepticism and defiance after months of blackout

Iranians emerge online with skepticism and defiance after months of blackout

Iranians emerge online with skepticism  and defiance after months of blackout
Sports|World

Women's soccer star Alexia Putellas leaves Barcelona after 14 seasons

Two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas is leaving Barcelona after 14 seasons

Women's soccer star Alexia Putellas leaves Barcelona after 14 seasons
Business|Lifestyle|Sports|World

PWHL expansion upends the job market for coaches and GMs as Hockey Canada starts search

Hockey Canada has announced that general manager Gina Kingsbury will not return after eight years with the national women’s team

PWHL expansion upends the job market for coaches and GMs as Hockey Canada starts search
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Three UK teens convicted of rape walked free. After a nationwide outcry their sentences will be reviewed

Three UK teens convicted of rape walked free. After a nationwide outcry their sentences will be reviewed

Three UK teens convicted of rape walked free. After a nationwide outcry their sentences will be reviewed
Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and begins restoring internet after long shutdown

Iran has denounced the most recent U.S. strikes as a sign of bad faith as negotiations press on toward a possible deal to end the war

Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and begins restoring internet after long shutdown
Sports|World

US beats Austria to set up a quarterfinal against unbeaten Canada at ice hockey worlds

The United States set up a quarterfinal showdown with rival Canada at the ice hockey world championship by beating Austria 4-1

US beats Austria to set up a quarterfinal against unbeaten Canada at ice hockey worlds
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Dollar climbs as US strikes on Iran dent ceasefire optimism

The dollar edged higher against major currencies including the euro and yen on Tuesday, after renewed U.S. strikes on Iran dented optimism for a near-term

Dollar climbs as US strikes on Iran dent ceasefire optimism
Africa|Political|US|World

Trump administration raises US refugee cap, but only for white South Africans

President Trump has announced that the U.S. is admitting 10,000 additional white South Africans as refugees, citing persecution in their home country

Trump administration raises US refugee cap, but only for white South Africans
Business|Political|US|World

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal workers to crack down on leaks to journalists

U.S.

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal workers to crack down on leaks to journalists
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japan set to start trade talks with Mercosur, Nikkei reports

Japan is set to begin talks with South American trade bloc Mercosur on an economic partnership to seek alternative oil sources, critical minerals and lower auto tariffs, the Nikkei

Japan set to start trade talks with Mercosur, Nikkei reports
Economy|Political|World

How far have the U.S. and Iran got towards ending the Iran war?

The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to extend a ceasefire, allow shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and lift a U.S. blockade and some sanctions on

How far have the U.S. and Iran got towards ending the Iran war?
Environment|World

Solemn 75-mile walk honors migrants who died crossing the Sonoran Desert into the US

Solemn 75-mile walk honors migrants who died crossing the Sonoran Desert into the US

Solemn 75-mile walk honors migrants who died crossing the Sonoran Desert into the US
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices
Crime|Education|Europe|World

A rare public trial opens in Paris child abuse case as parents seek a national wake-up call

Parents’ groups in France are calling for more attention to child abuse scandals as a rare public trial opens in Paris

A rare public trial opens in Paris child abuse case as parents seek a national wake-up call
Business|Crime|Education|Europe|World

Belgian train hits school minivan, killing four including pupils

A train crashed into a school minivan at a level-crossing in the Belgian town of Buggenhout on

Belgian train hits school minivan, killing four including pupils
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Trial of ex-FBI chief Comey over alleged seashell threat moved to October

A U.S. judge on Tuesday pushed back to October 21 the trial of former FBI Director James Comey over a social media post of seashells that prosecutors allege was a threat

Trial of ex-FBI chief Comey over alleged seashell threat moved to October
Health|US|World

Trump declares himself in perfect health after physical exam

U.S.

Trump declares himself in perfect health after physical exam
Europe|Political|World

U.N.'s Guterres 'deeply concerned' by Moscow plan for Kyiv strikes

U.N.

U.N.'s Guterres 'deeply concerned' by Moscow plan for Kyiv strikes
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BofA expects at least 10 Brazilian IPOs in 2027

Bank of America expects at least 10 initial public offerings (IPOs) by Brazilian companies in 2027, executives told reporters on Tuesday.

BofA expects at least 10 Brazilian IPOs in 2027
Business|Economy|Political|Science|World

Russia and Kazakhstan will sign nuclear power deal during Putin trip, Kremlin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin will oversee the signing of a deal outlining parameters for the construction of a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan

Russia and Kazakhstan will sign nuclear power deal during Putin trip, Kremlin says
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Starlink and Amazon may be able to buy into EU mobile satellite spectrum plan

Elon Musk's Starlink and Amazon's low-earth-orbit satellite business may be able to acquire some European mobile satellite spectrum next year, two people

Starlink and Amazon may be able to buy into EU mobile satellite spectrum plan
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Inflation worries weigh on US consumer confidence in May

U.S. consumer confidence eased in May as worries about inflation linked to the war in Iran intensified and households' views of the labor market were

Inflation worries weigh on US consumer confidence in May
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Brent crude jumps 4% as US strikes in Iran fuel Hormuz shipping fears

Brent crude futures climbed about 4% on Tuesday after the U.S. military carried out strikes in Iran, adding to uncertainty over whether a deal would be

Brent crude jumps 4% as US strikes in Iran fuel Hormuz shipping fears
Business|Technology|World

Israel's Elbit developing hardware to combat Hezbollah drones, CEO says

Israel's largest defence contractor is developing hardware to combat explosive Hezbollah drones that have killed Israeli troops in southern Lebanon,

Israel's Elbit developing hardware to combat Hezbollah drones, CEO says
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US Supreme Court turns away NFL bid to move Black coach's bias claims into arbitration

The U.S.

US Supreme Court turns away NFL bid to move Black coach's bias claims into arbitration
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU queries Czech PM's moves to tackle conflicts of interest

The European Commission has asked the Czech government for information on arrangements designed to prevent conflicts of interest over EU subsidies linked to companies in the

EU queries Czech PM's moves to tackle conflicts of interest
Political|World

Veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day

Veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day

Veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day
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Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war

As U.S. kamikaze drones guided by Elon Musk’s Starlink network began to make visible gains in the war against Iran, senior SpaceX officials reached a

Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

US picks potential partners for using Cold War-era plutonium as fuel

The U.S. said on Tuesday it had chosen five companies, including Oklo, to enter advanced talks over potentially using its Cold War-era plutonium as a

US picks potential partners for using Cold War-era plutonium as fuel
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Supreme Court sides with Trump in fight tied to speech curbs on immigration judges

The U.S.

Supreme Court sides with Trump in fight tied to speech curbs on immigration judges
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK targets Russian crypto networks in latest sanctions

Britain on Tuesday targeted Russia-linked cryptocurrency platforms, banks and financial networks that it said were used to bypass sanctions, freezing their

UK targets Russian crypto networks in latest sanctions
Europe|Health|Travel|World

The cruise ship at center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak has to undergo extra cleaning

A cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak is undergoing further cleaning before it returns to its home port

The cruise ship at center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak has to undergo extra cleaning
Europe|Political|World

EU and member states summon Russian envoys after Moscow tells foreigners to leave Kyiv

Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, Poland and the European Union summoned Russian representatives on Tuesday after Russia threatened strikes on targets in Ukraine's capital

EU and member states summon Russian envoys after Moscow tells foreigners to leave Kyiv
Environment|Political|Science|World

Remnants of Assad's chemical weapons program recovered, Syrian official says

Syria's transitional leadership has located remnants of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's clandestine chemical weapons program, including raw

Remnants of Assad's chemical weapons program recovered, Syrian official says
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US FDA advisers to weigh updating 2026-27 COVID vaccines for XFG variant

Advisers to the U.S.

US FDA advisers to weigh updating 2026-27 COVID vaccines for XFG variant
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Oil giant BP ousts new chairman over 'conduct' and shares slide

BP has ousted its chairman over what it called serious concerns related to “important governance standards, oversight and conduct.”

Oil giant BP ousts new chairman over 'conduct' and shares slide
Crime|Europe|World

A train collides with a minibus of children in Belgium and 4 people are dead

A train traveling at high speed hit a minibus crossing a railway in Belgium, killing four people, including two children, and injuring five other children

A train collides with a minibus of children in Belgium and 4 people are dead
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As US stock market hits new highs, 2 of 3 Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows

U.S. consumer confidence declined slightly this month as gas prices stayed high and inflation remained elevated, a sharp contrast to soaring stock prices that have neared record levels

As US stock market hits new highs, 2 of 3 Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows
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Four killed as Belgian school bus hit by train after appearing to plow through barrier

Four killed as Belgian school bus hit by train after appearing to plow through barrier

Four killed as Belgian school bus hit by train after appearing to plow through barrier
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Doncasters reveals 26% revenue jump in US IPO filing as defense listings run hot

Doncasters filed for a U.S. initial public offering on Tuesday, disclosing a 26% revenue jump in the first three months of 2026 as a red-hot streak of new

Doncasters reveals 26% revenue jump in US IPO filing as defense listings run hot
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

US and Armenia sign partnership agreement ahead of Armenian election

U.S.

US and Armenia sign partnership agreement ahead of Armenian election
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India prepares interim, not final, report as Air India crash anniversary nears, source says

Indian officials investigating last year's deadly Air India crash are preparing an interim report rather than a final

India prepares interim, not final, report as Air India crash anniversary nears, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US single-family home prices edge up in March, FHFA says

U.S. single-family house prices edged up in March, but further increases are unlikely as the war with Iran pushes mortgage rates higher, dampening housing demand.

US single-family home prices edge up in March, FHFA says
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Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says

The persistence of energy price shocks will be a key factor guiding the European Central Bank's next policy decision, Dutch central bank chief

Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says
Business|Environment|Health|World

Hidden tunnels, fake doors: China probes mining tragedy that killed 82

Unmarked tunnels, missing trackers and fake doors have been uncovered during an initial probe into the deadliest mining tragedy in China in over

Hidden tunnels, fake doors: China probes mining tragedy that killed 82
Business|Economy|Environment|World

BP ousts Chair Manifold over governance and conduct issues

BP has removed Chairman Albert Manifold with immediate effect, it said on Tuesday, citing governance standards, oversight and conduct issues just months after he was appointed to

BP ousts Chair Manifold over governance and conduct issues
Business|Economy|World

Senegal's ousted prime minister Sonko elected parliament speaker

Senegal's parliament elected Ousmane Sonko as its speaker on Tuesday, days after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye fired him as prime minister

Senegal's ousted prime minister Sonko elected parliament speaker
Europe|Political|World

NATO to beef up forces assigned to defend Baltics in war, sources say

NATO will strengthen the defence of its eastern flank with a new structure that would facilitate the rapid deployment of

NATO to beef up forces assigned to defend Baltics in war, sources say
Political|US|World

Rubio aide Mike Needham promoted to top White House national security post, source says

U.S.

Rubio aide Mike Needham promoted to top White House national security post, source says
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine expects NATO summit to discuss funding despite trouble securing backing, envoy says

Ukraine's ambassador to Turkey said he expects NATO to discuss financial support for Kyiv at its summit in July, suggesting each member contributes a small

Ukraine expects NATO summit to discuss funding despite trouble securing backing, envoy says
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US plans to cut strategic bombers and warships available to NATO in a crisis, Spiegel reports

The U.S. intends to significantly reduce military contributions available to assist European allies in a crisis, including fighter jets, warships and mid-air refuelling aircraft,

US plans to cut strategic bombers and warships available to NATO in a crisis, Spiegel reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall St gains at open as AI optimism overshadows Middle East risks

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Tuesday, with AI-fueled optimism overshadowing concerns over Middle East peace talks after recent U.S. strikes on Iran.

Wall St gains at open as AI optimism overshadows Middle East risks
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

War-weary Kyiv residents defiant over Russian threat of new strikes

Kyiv residents and foreign embassies are shrugging off Moscow's threat of a wave of heavy strikes on the Ukrainian capital as nothing new after years of war

War-weary Kyiv residents defiant over Russian threat of new strikes
Americas|Political|Travel|World

Pope "very likely" to come to Argentina in November, president says

Pope Leo is "very likely" to visit Argentina in November, President Javier Milei said on local radio station Radio Mitre on Tuesday.

Pope "very likely" to come to Argentina in November, president says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Critics give Ferrari Luce EV a cool response, shares fall

Ferrari shares plunged by more than 8% on Tuesday as investors and critics reacted coolly to the Italian luxury sports

Critics give Ferrari Luce EV a cool response, shares fall
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as AI optimism outweighs Middle East risks

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq traded near record highs on Tuesday, with AI-fueled optimism offsetting concerns over Middle East peace talks after

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as AI optimism outweighs Middle East risks
Crime|Europe|World

Czech police free Russian Orthodox cleric detained over white substance in car

A Russian Orthodox cleric has been released without charge by authorities in the Czech Republic after being detained when police found small containers of white powder in his car.

Czech police free Russian Orthodox cleric detained over white substance in car
Environment|Health|Sports|World

Casper Ruud says sweltering conditions made him feel like a ‘zombie’ as he reaches French Open 2nd round

Casper Ruud says sweltering conditions made him feel like a ‘zombie’ as he reaches French Open 2nd round

Casper Ruud says sweltering conditions made him feel like a ‘zombie’ as he reaches French Open 2nd round
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants

The Supreme Court has rejected Florida’s long shot attempt to sue California and Washington over the issuance of commercial driver licenses to truckers who don’t speak English and are not authorized to be in the United States

Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants
Crime|Entertainment|US|World

George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis 6 years ago. Here's how family and residents are honoring him.

George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis 6 years ago. Here's how family and residents are honoring him.

George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis 6 years ago. Here's how family and residents are honoring him.
Environment|Health|Science|World

‘Mind-bogglingly crazy’: Europe’s deadly, early heatwave is smashing records

‘Mind-bogglingly crazy’: Europe’s deadly, early heatwave is smashing records

‘Mind-bogglingly crazy’: Europe’s deadly, early heatwave is smashing records
Business|Environment|World

BP ousts chairman over ‘serious concerns’ about his conduct

BP ousts chairman over ‘serious concerns’ about his conduct

BP ousts chairman over ‘serious concerns’ about his conduct
Education|Opinion|Sports|World

The 1994 World Cup helped rescue ‘the beautiful game’ from mediocrity. On its return to the US, expect more of that beauty

Global soccer was in the doldrums in the early 1990s – with poor ethics and boring defensive tactics. Then FIFA set about changing the game.

The 1994 World Cup helped rescue ‘the beautiful game’ from mediocrity. On its return to the US, expect more of that beauty
Business|Economy|World

Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costs

Governments worldwide are trying to shield consumers from soaring energy costs resulting from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. 

Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costs
Africa|Crime|Environment|World

Argentina seizes 700 trafficked marine animals shipped from Kenya

Argentine authorities have seized more than 700 marine animals trafficked from Kenya in a major wildlife trafficking bust at Buenos Aires’ Ezeiza International Airport

Argentina seizes 700 trafficked marine animals shipped from Kenya
Crime|Environment|World

Sheep theft ruins Eid festivities for Palestinian shepherd

Palestinian shepherd Sameeha Rasheed was planning for the sacred ritual of sacrificing her family's sheep for the Eid al-Adha holiday, one

Sheep theft ruins Eid festivities for Palestinian shepherd
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Firebrand PM's ouster complicates Senegal IMF talks, heightens bondholder risk

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's dismissal of a government headed by a firebrand critic of the International Monetary Fund gives fresh

Firebrand PM's ouster complicates Senegal IMF talks, heightens bondholder risk
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Advent, ADIA-backed gas engine maker Innio targets $20.3 billion valuation in US IPO

Gas engine manufacturer Innio said on Tuesday it was targeting a valuation of up to $20.25 billion in a U.S. initial public offering, as it looks to tap investor appetite for

Advent, ADIA-backed gas engine maker Innio targets $20.3 billion valuation in US IPO
Africa|Crime|Political|World

South African president seeks to clear his name over cash-in-sofa scandal

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa sought to clear his name over a scandal in which bundles of cash were stolen from a

South African president seeks to clear his name over cash-in-sofa scandal
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russian business to Putin: we need heavier weapons for drone defence

Russian companies are ready to finance the purchase of heavier weapons and electronic systems to defend their plants from drone attacks, Alexander Shokhin, head of Russia's

Russian business to Putin: we need heavier weapons for drone defence
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India's fifth spot in global market cap list under threat as Taiwan closes in

India's position as the fifth-largest global market by capitalisation is under threat as Taiwan closes in on the South Asian nation's spot,

India's fifth spot in global market cap list under threat as Taiwan closes in
Business|Health|Science|Technology|World

China pharma industry not impacted by Beijing scrutiny of sensitive tech deals, JW chief says

China's booming pharmaceutical industry is not being impacted by Beijing's tightening scrutiny over deals involving sensitive technologies, the CEO of JW

China pharma industry not impacted by Beijing scrutiny of sensitive tech deals, JW chief says
Environment|Health|World

Seven die in France from causes relating to heat wave

Seven people have died in France directly or indirectly due to a heat wave, Junior Energy Minister Maud Bregeon said on Tuesday, which has become the hottest day in May

Seven die in France from causes relating to heat wave
Crime|US|World

This interpreter helped migrants navigate immigration court. Then she was detained by DHS

This interpreter helped migrants navigate immigration court. Then she was detained by DHS

This interpreter helped migrants navigate immigration court. Then she was detained by DHS
Crime|Technology|World

Iranian hackers responsible for Los Angeles transit system breach, Israeli researchers say

Iranian hackers were responsible for a disruptive computer breach in March that forced Los Angeles' transit system to shut down parts of its network, Israeli researchers say.

Iranian hackers responsible for Los Angeles transit system breach, Israeli researchers say
Economy|Environment|Health|Travel|World

Search continues for 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos

A search operation for seven villagers trapped inside a flooded cave in central Laos has entered its seventh day as rescuers encounter difficult terrain and weather in their bid to reach the group

Search continues for 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos
Science|Technology|World

Russia can falsify GPS signals deep into Europe, Lithuania says

Russia can falsify GPS signals deep into Europe at a radius of up to 450km (280 miles) from its Kaliningrad exclave due to hugely-expanded capacity, a

Russia can falsify GPS signals deep into Europe, Lithuania says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Iran war dims hopes for German economic recovery, surveys show

The war in Iran is choking off hopes of an economic recovery in Germany that had emerged at the beginning of the year, with businesses assessing their situation as

Iran war dims hopes for German economic recovery, surveys show
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Wrong sort of 'boom' to start the week

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets After a long weekend in the United States and many other countries,

Wrong sort of 'boom' to start the week
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump claims 2020 election 'rigged' at least 107 times in six months as midterms loom

President Donald Trump has repeated his false claim that the 2020 election was stolen from him at least 107 times in the last six months, keeping the

Trump claims 2020 election 'rigged' at least 107 times in six months as midterms loom
Asia|Environment|World

'Not far away': rescue team confident of reaching 7 trapped for days in Laos cave

A rescue team racing to save seven people trapped for days in a cave in Laos is getting closer to reaching them, the head of the operation said, after breaking through 15 m (16

'Not far away': rescue team confident of reaching 7 trapped for days in Laos cave
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

UK CBI retail data recovers from record low, consumer demand still weak

British retailers reported lower sales in May against a backdrop of weak demand, but not the record downturn they had reported a month earlier, according to figures released

UK CBI retail data recovers from record low, consumer demand still weak
Business|Economy|Finance|World

How Trump's bank regulators are paring back supervision

Republican President Trump's regulators are undertaking the biggest overhaul of bank supervision since the 2008 financial crisis.

How Trump's bank regulators are paring back supervision
Business|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Colonial-era New Delhi club ordered to move, sparking debate on India's elites

One of India's most exclusive private clubs founded during British colonial rule risks closure after the government ordered it to vacate the prime New

Colonial-era New Delhi club ordered to move, sparking debate on India's elites
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Ireland to ban goods from Israeli settlements in West Bank by July

Ireland aims to pass a law curbing goods trade with settlements in the Israeli-occupied West Bank by mid-July with Israel, some U.S. lawmakers and business groups opposing

Ireland to ban goods from Israeli settlements in West Bank by July
Europe|World

Russia maintains attacks on Ukraine, as Kyiv is warned to brace for a possible major barrage

Ukraine’s air force says Russia launched over 100 drones and two ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight

Russia maintains attacks on Ukraine, as Kyiv is warned to brace for a possible major barrage
Health|Political|Science|World

Trump’s advanced age and threats to his life serve as reminders of his own mortality

Trump’s advanced age and threats to his life serve as reminders of his own mortality

Trump’s advanced age and threats to his life serve as reminders of his own mortality
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields

Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields

Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan keeps view economy recovering but warns risk from Middle East

Japan's government retained its assessment in May that the economy was recovering moderately, while warning that tensions in the Middle East and fluctuations in financial

Japan keeps view economy recovering but warns risk from Middle East
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh boosts vigilance over suspected forced crossings from India

Bangladesh’s border guards have intensified patrols and launched public awareness campaigns along parts of the frontier with India because of concerns India has illegally

Bangladesh boosts vigilance over suspected forced crossings from India
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Euro zone may face pockets of stress from private credit, not systemic risk: ECB

The euro zone is not facing systemic risk from the recent turbulence in private credit markets but a few pockets of the financial system are exposed and some tension may

Euro zone may face pockets of stress from private credit, not systemic risk: ECB
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

OpenAI's Altman says AI unlikely to lead to 'jobs apocalypse'

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said on Tuesday the rapid development and adoption of AI would not lead to a global "jobs apocalypse" and the technology had not

OpenAI's Altman says AI unlikely to lead to 'jobs apocalypse'
Australia|Environment|Sports|World

Olympics-Brisbane stadium protesters defy eviction threats as construction looms

A coalition of environmentalists and Indigenous Australian activists camping in the city park where the main stadium for the 2032 Olympics will be built is

Olympics-Brisbane stadium protesters defy eviction threats as construction looms
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European equities slip as US strikes on Iran cloud peace prospects

European shares slipped on Tuesday as doubts over the prospects of a deal to end the conflict with Iran weighed on sentiment after the U.S.

European equities slip as US strikes on Iran cloud peace prospects
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

April shipments of foreign-branded phones in China up 1.8% Y/Y, CAICT data shows

Shipments of foreign-branded mobile phones in China for April, including Apple's iPhones, were up 1.8% from the same month last year, Reuters calculations based on data

April shipments of foreign-branded phones in China up 1.8% Y/Y, CAICT data shows
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

ECB to revise inflation, growth forecasts, its chief economist says

The European Central Bank will likely revise its inflation and growth forecasts next month reflecting the darkening outlook from the Middle East conflict, its chief economist

ECB to revise inflation, growth forecasts, its chief economist says
Australia|Crime|Political|World

Planes carrying 19 Australians linked to the Islamic State group land in Melbourne and Sydney

Two planes carrying 19 Australian women and children linked to the Islamic State group in Syria have landed in Melbourne and Sydney

Planes carrying 19 Australians linked to the Islamic State group land in Melbourne and Sydney
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Quad ministers announce new Indo-Pacific initiatives on maritime security and energy

Australia, India, Japan and the United States have agreed new initiatives for maritime security, critical minerals, port infrastructure, and energy security to boost cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region amid concerns about China's influence

Quad ministers announce new Indo-Pacific initiatives on maritime security and energy
Science|Technology|World

South Korea aims to launch first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s

South Korea will seek to launch its first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s, under a new programme aimed at countering North Korea's submarine-launched nuclear and

South Korea aims to launch first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

A year after glacier collapse, Blatten residents rebuild lives in Swiss Alps

Hotel Momentum stands above Switzerland's Loetschen Valley as a symbol of recovery, a year after a

A year after glacier collapse, Blatten residents rebuild lives in Swiss Alps
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK shop price inflation picks up, retailers ask government to help

British shop price inflation sped up in May on the back of disruption and higher energy costs caused by the Iran war, according to a retail industry group which said the

UK shop price inflation picks up, retailers ask government to help
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South Korea to step up monitoring of investments in overseas private debt

South Korea will step up monitoring investments by domestic pension funds and banks in overseas private debt, the country's financial watchdog said on Tuesday, as regulators

South Korea to step up monitoring of investments in overseas private debt
Business|Economy|Environment|World

A warning to critical minerals buyers: avoid butter mountains, aluminium floods

Western governments, currently ploughing tens of billions of dollars into critical minerals in an effort to break their reliance on China, could look to

A warning to critical minerals buyers: avoid butter mountains, aluminium floods
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Sri Lanka stuns with 100-bp rate hike as Iran war rattles currency, fuels inflation

Sri Lanka's central bank stunned markets by raising its policy rate by an outsized 100 basis points on Tuesday, the biggest hike in three years, and

Sri Lanka stuns with 100-bp rate hike as Iran war rattles currency, fuels inflation
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party

China on Tuesday reiterated its stance on the Australia-India-Japan-US Quad group, saying cooperation between countries should contribute to regional peace, stability and

China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party
Health|Science|World

DRC is no stranger to Ebola outbreaks. Why isn’t there a vaccine or treatment to help now?

DRC is no stranger to Ebola outbreaks. Why isn’t there a vaccine or treatment to help now?

DRC is no stranger to Ebola outbreaks. Why isn’t there a vaccine or treatment to help now?
Asia|Political|World

North Korea launches ballistic missile and other weapons over the sea in latest show of force

South Korea says North Korea has launched a close-range ballistic missile and other weapons toward the sea

North Korea launches ballistic missile and other weapons over the sea in latest show of force
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Australia-India-Japan-US Quad to build a port, unveil pact on critical minerals

The foreign ministers of Australia, India, Japan and the U.S. agreed to jointly build a port in Fiji and signed pacts

Australia-India-Japan-US Quad to build a port, unveil pact on critical minerals
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

ECB should raise rates in June, even if Iran peace deal is struck, Schnabel says

The ECB should raise interest rates in June, even if ongoing peace talks with Iran yield a deal, as the conflict has been far longer

ECB should raise rates in June, even if Iran peace deal is struck, Schnabel says
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|World

Philippines ends rescue efforts as hope fades for victims of building collapse

Lea Casilao and her husband usually began each day exchanging text messages: "Good morning" from her, and his usual reply of "Good

Philippines ends rescue efforts as hope fades for victims of building collapse
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ's new trend gauge shows inflation exceeding target

Japan's core inflation as measured by a new central bank gauge accelerated in April and blew past its 2% target, data showed on Tuesday, helping make the case

BOJ's new trend gauge shows inflation exceeding target
Australia|Crime|World

Inquiry into antisemitism in Australia condemns online hatred and bigotry targeting witnesses

The head of an inquiry into antisemitism in Australia has condemned online hatred and bigotry targeting Jewish witnesses

Inquiry into antisemitism in Australia condemns online hatred and bigotry targeting witnesses
Business|Economy|World

Sri Lanka jolts markets with outsized 100-bp rate hike to counter Gulf crisis

Sri Lanka's central bank stunned markets by raising its policy rate by an outsized 100 basis points on Tuesday, the biggest hike in four years, as

Sri Lanka jolts markets with outsized 100-bp rate hike to counter Gulf crisis
Political|US|World

Rubio says Strait of Hormuz has to be open 'one way or the other'

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday that the Strait of Hormuz has to be open, "one way or the other", when referring to U.S strikes on Iran on Monday.

Rubio says Strait of Hormuz has to be open 'one way or the other'
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Peace talks hit turbulence

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Oil prices climbed on Tuesday, after the U.S. military conducted strikes in southern Iran in what it described as defensive actions,

Peace talks hit turbulence
Business|Economy|World

China, Pakistan aim to revamp economic corridor, Gwadar port

China and Pakistan have reached a "new broad consensus" on deepening strategic ties to beef up development of a joint economic corridor and establish the

China, Pakistan aim to revamp economic corridor, Gwadar port
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan tracks second Chinese 'combat' patrol in a week, sends ships and jets to monitor

Taiwan sent ships and fighter jets to monitor the second Chinese "joint combat readiness patrol" in a week near the island, in what a senior

Taiwan tracks second Chinese 'combat' patrol in a week, sends ships and jets to monitor
Health|Science|World

Attacks from suspicious residents complicate the fight against a rare type of Ebola

Health workers responding to a rapidly spreading outbreak of a rare type of Ebola in eastern Congo face two threats

Attacks from suspicious residents complicate the fight against a rare type of Ebola
Environment|Europe|Health|Sports|World

Parts of Europe swelter in record May heat as deaths at amateur sports events spur warnings

Europe is baking under unseasonal heat that is shattering temperature records and prompting government warnings after deaths were reported at amateur sports events in France

Parts of Europe swelter in record May heat as deaths at amateur sports events spur warnings
Crime|World

Trump's no-bond policy for immigrants in custody played out for years in Tacoma, Washington

Four immigration judges in Washington state were ahead of a sea change in immigration enforcement that has reversed a long American tradition

Trump's no-bond policy for immigrants in custody played out for years in Tacoma, Washington
Finance|World

Israel will escalate strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, Netanyahu says

Israel will escalate strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday, as a U.S. official

Israel will escalate strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, Netanyahu says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ's Himino says Mideast developments will factor into rate decision

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino said the central bank will consider the timing and pace of interest rate hikes with an eye on the fallout from

BOJ's Himino says Mideast developments will factor into rate decision
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites

The U_S_ military said Monday that it carried out “self-defense” strikes in southern Iran, including on missile launch sites and boats placing mines, even as President Donald Trump said on social media that negotiations were “proceeding nicely.”

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UAE accused of training Colombian mercenaries for Sudan's war

Human Rights Watch reports that the United Arab Emirates trained Colombian mercenaries to fight alongside a paramilitary group in Sudan's war

UAE accused of training Colombian mercenaries for Sudan's war
Asia|Business|Crime|Lifestyle|World

South Korean Starbucks boss apologizes for ad campaign that evoked massacre

South Korean retail tycoon Chung Yong-jin has apologized for a second time in two weeks as Starbucks’ local operation faces a backlash over a recent marketing campaign that was widely perceived as mocking victims of a bloody military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in 1980

South Korean Starbucks boss apologizes for ad campaign that evoked massacre
Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Korea's central bank to hold key rate on May 28, hikes expected from Q3

South Korea's central bank will keep its key policy rate unchanged at a review on Thursday, according to economists in a Reuters poll, and a majority of

South Korea's central bank to hold key rate on May 28, hikes expected from Q3
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia's Putin provides debt relief to new Ukraine war recruits and their families

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree providing debt relief to new Ukraine war recruits and their families, the Kremlin said late on Monday, adding to support tools

Russia's Putin provides debt relief to new Ukraine war recruits and their families
Crime|World

Second group of Australian women linked to Islamic State return from Syria

A cohort of Australian women and children linked to the Islamic State militant group has returned home from a Syrian refugee camp, the second such group to arrive back in

Second group of Australian women linked to Islamic State return from Syria
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung's non-chip union files injunction in bid to stop vote on bonuses, media reports

A Samsung Electronics' union representing workers in non-semiconductor divisions has filed an injunction with a South Korean court in a bid to stop an ongoing vote by workers

Samsung's non-chip union files injunction in bid to stop vote on bonuses, media reports
MidEast|Political|World

Canada demands Israel probe 'appalling' treatment of flotilla members

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Monday that the treatment of activists detained by Israel had been "appalling" and described the

Canada demands Israel probe 'appalling' treatment of flotilla members
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan slips to third-largest creditor behind China despite record net external assets

Japan fell behind China to rank as the world's third-largest net creditor in 2025, marking a further decline in global rankings despite its net external

Japan slips to third-largest creditor behind China despite record net external assets
Business|Economy|Political|World

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as talks to end war proceed

U.S. forces on Monday conducted strikes in southern Iran against targets including boats attempting to lay mines and missile

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as talks to end war proceed
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist

India's trade minister says that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent visit to India has helped pave the way for a complete reset of Canada-India relations

India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist
Health|Sports|World

Inter Miami says Lionel Messi has 'an overload' associated with fatigue in left hamstring

Inter Miami confirmed Monday that Lionel Messi has a left hamstring issue, though did not say when the problem is expected to be cleared up

Inter Miami says Lionel Messi has 'an overload' associated with fatigue in left hamstring
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Cuba publishes names of prisoners granted freedom in amnesty

Cuba on Monday published the names of thousands of prisoners covered by an amnesty announced last month as the island's government holds tense negotiations with the United

Cuba publishes names of prisoners granted freedom in amnesty
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|US|World

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River
Sports|US|World

Bednar: Avalanche will take a limited Nathan MacKinnon as Colorado trails 3-0

The Colorado Avalanche face a tough challenge in the Western Conference Final

Bednar: Avalanche will take a limited Nathan MacKinnon as Colorado trails 3-0
Europe|Health|Science|World

Spanish citizen evacuated from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive

Spanish citizen evacuated from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive

Spanish citizen evacuated from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive
Interview|World

'It means a lot:' Navy funeral honor guard team trains to provide final honors to service members

'It means a lot:' Navy funeral honor guard team trains to provide final honors to service members

'It means a lot:' Navy funeral honor guard team trains to provide final honors to service members
Business|Crime|Political|World

Israel's military says it's striking Hezbollah sites as Netanyahu vows to 'increase the blows'

Israel's military says its air force struck sites belonging to Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israel's military says it's striking Hezbollah sites as Netanyahu vows to 'increase the blows'
Political|Technology|World

Iran's president orders reopening of international internet access, state media reports

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued an order to reopen international internet access, Iranian state media reported on Monday, citing an official after a near-90-day

Iran's president orders reopening of international internet access, state media reports
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Senegal's Faye names economist Lo as new prime minister

Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye named a seasoned economist as prime minister on Monday, three days after dismissing

Senegal's Faye names economist Lo as new prime minister
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia threatens strikes on Kyiv defence sites, urges foreigners to leave

Russia said on Monday that it intended to launch "systematic strikes" on targets in Kyiv linked to the Ukrainian military as well as decision-making centres, and urged

Russia threatens strikes on Kyiv defence sites, urges foreigners to leave
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Man in distress atop Sonoma County Transit bus brought down after nearly 10 hours

Man in distress atop Sonoma County Transit bus brought down after nearly 10 hours

Man in distress atop Sonoma County Transit bus brought down after nearly 10 hours
Environment|Europe|Sports|World

Heat wave at French Open impacts the clay courts and sends fans to sprinklers

Tennis players at the French Open say they haven’t experienced conditions this hot at Roland Garros since the 2024 Paris Olympics

Heat wave at French Open impacts the clay courts and sends fans to sprinklers
Europe|Health|World

Spanish national evacuated from hantavirus cruise ship tests positive

A Spanish national in quarantine in a Madrid military hospital, who is among those evacuated from a cruise ship earlier this month, has tested positive of hantavirus,

Spanish national evacuated from hantavirus cruise ship tests positive
Business|Environment|Science|Technology|US|World

Overheating chemical tank in California no longer at risk of exploding, fire officials say

Firefighters contending with a dangerously overheating industrial tank of a hazardous chemical in Southern California have eliminated the possibility of the tank exploding after a

Overheating chemical tank in California no longer at risk of exploding, fire officials say
Europe|Political|World

Meloni coalition wins Venice mayoral vote, defying polls

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's right-wing coalition won the Venice mayoral election, projections showed on Monday, retaining control of the most prominent

Meloni coalition wins Venice mayoral vote, defying polls
Business|Europe|Technology|World

EU plans to fine Google high triple-digit million euro sum, Handelsblatt reports

The European Union is planning to fine Alphabet's Google a high triple-digit million euro amount as part of an antitrust investigation, Germany's Handelsblatt

EU plans to fine Google high triple-digit million euro sum, Handelsblatt reports
Europe|US|World

Lavrov tells Rubio of Russian decision to strike Kyiv sites linked to military

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov advised U.S.

Lavrov tells Rubio of Russian decision to strike Kyiv sites linked to military
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Jodar shaping up as tennis' Next Big Thing and makes quite a debut at the French Open

Rafael Jodar has made a dominant debut at the French Open and dropped just five games

Jodar shaping up as tennis' Next Big Thing and makes quite a debut at the French Open
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Carney says Alberta vote on separation could become 'dangerous bluff'

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Monday that Alberta's planned vote on potentially breaking away from the rest of Canada, while not binding,

Carney says Alberta vote on separation could become 'dangerous bluff'
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Stocks jump while oil and dollar ease on Iran peace hopes

Stocks surged and the U.S. dollar and oil prices slid on Monday as the prospect of a deal to end the Iran war buoyed risk

Stocks jump while oil and dollar ease on Iran peace hopes
Europe|Political|World

Belarus opposition leader visits Ukraine as Kyiv warns of escalation

Exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited Kyiv on Monday following weeks of mounting warnings from Ukrainian officials about Russian

Belarus opposition leader visits Ukraine as Kyiv warns of escalation
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Zelenskiy: Little progress in talks with U.S. on missile defences

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that Ukraine had made little progress in talks with the United States on expanding production of missile defences and was working with

Zelenskiy: Little progress in talks with U.S. on missile defences
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source

The U.S. and Iran are discussing a plan to open the Strait of Hormuz about 30 days after the two countries reach a deal to end hostilities, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Monday

Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source
Business|Economy|World

Oil tumbles nearly 7% as US and Iran seen moving closer to deal

Oil prices fell nearly 7% on Monday as optimism grew that the United States and Iran were moving closer to a peace deal that would reopen the Strait of

Oil tumbles nearly 7% as US and Iran seen moving closer to deal
Political|US|World

Trump links Abraham Accords to any Iran deal

U.S.

Trump links Abraham Accords to any Iran deal
Crime|Political|US|World

CNN reporter describes moment she heard gunshots near White House

CNN reporters heard what appeared to be dozens of gunshots near the White House on Saturday, triggering a lockdown and a rapid response from the US Secret Service. CNN’s Julia Benbrook reports.

CNN reporter describes moment she heard gunshots near White House
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity

Pope Leo XIV has called for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit

Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death
World

Pope Leo XIV makes historic apology for Vatican's role in legitimizing slavery

Pope Leo XIV has made a historic apology for the role the Holy See played in legitimizing slavery

Pope Leo XIV makes historic apology for Vatican's role in legitimizing slavery
Election|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli opposition leader Lapid says Trump’s emerging deal with Iran is `bad for the region’

Israel's opposition leader Yair Lapid says the U.S.-Iran deal fails to meet Israel's goals and is criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu for allowing Washington to negotiate with little Israeli input

Israeli opposition leader Lapid says Trump’s emerging deal with Iran is `bad for the region’
Crime|US|World

US Justice Department seeks to lift injunction on ballroom project after shooting

The U.S.

US Justice Department seeks to lift injunction on ballroom project after shooting
Crime|Europe|World

Russian Orthodox cleric denies link to white substance found in car by Czech police

A former senior cleric in the Russian Orthodox Church said on Monday that Czech police had found small containers of a white substance in his car during a search a day

Russian Orthodox cleric denies link to white substance found in car by Czech police
Health|Political|Science|World

Brazil's Lula starts radiation after early-stage skin cancer diagnosis

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has started preventive radiation treatment after being diagnosed with early-stage skin

Brazil's Lula starts radiation after early-stage skin cancer diagnosis
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party condemns ousting of main opposition

Turkey's pro-Kurdish DEM Party condemned on Monday a court ruling that ousted the leadership of the main opposition CHP last week, calling a police

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party condemns ousting of main opposition
Environment|Science|Technology|World

With AI manifesto, Leo joins pantheon of popes who urged world to change

Catholic popes have been urging global leaders to address social justice issues for 135 years across some two dozen major documents that many of the

With AI manifesto, Leo joins pantheon of popes who urged world to change
Sports|Travel|World

Argentines bike 10K miles through 17 countries to watch national team play in KC

Argentines bike 10K miles through 17 countries to watch national team play in KC

Argentines bike 10K miles through 17 countries to watch national team play in KC
Business|Science|Technology|World

Pope Leo warns of AI fueling warfare in first major theological document

Pope Leo warns of AI fueling warfare in first major theological document

Pope Leo warns of AI fueling warfare in first major theological document
Europe|Political|World

Leaders keep a wary eye on Belarus for signs it might offer Russia help in Ukraine

Belarus' exiled opposition leader visits Kyiv as the city recovers from Russia’s largest missile attack of the year

Leaders keep a wary eye on Belarus for signs it might offer Russia help in Ukraine
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Drone attacks raise fears as Colombians vote to elect a new president

Gladys Marín is unsure if she will vote in Colombia's presidential election due to safety fears

Drone attacks raise fears as Colombians vote to elect a new president
Business|Economy|World

Nigeria economic growth slows slightly in first quarter

Nigeria's economy grew 3.89% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, down slightly from the final quarter of last year's 4.07% growth rate, official data showed on Monday.

Nigeria economic growth slows slightly in first quarter
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Target pushes deeper AI adoption, reviews usage‑based pricing, India head says

Target is moving from "using AI to running on AI," but a shift in the pricing of the technology by its providers is prompting

Target pushes deeper AI adoption, reviews usage‑based pricing, India head says
Crime|Political|World

Cambodian king pardons former opposition leader

Cambodia's king has pardoned former opposition leader Kem Sokha for a treason ‌conviction, just weeks after he lost an appeal to overturn that verdict, according to a

Cambodian king pardons former opposition leader
World

Israeli fire kills six-year-old girl and a woman in Gaza, medics say

An Israeli airstrike on a tent in the southern Gaza Strip on Monday killed two people including a six-year-old girl and wounded 17

Israeli fire kills six-year-old girl and a woman in Gaza, medics say
Africa|Economy|Environment|Food|World

Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan

Farmers across Sudan say the hike in global fuel and fertilizer costs resulting from the Iran conflict will

Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Russia says magnetic mines found on tanker at Ust-Luga port

Several magnetic mines had been detected on a tanker in Russia's Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga, Russia's Investigative Committee said on Monday.

Russia says magnetic mines found on tanker at Ust-Luga port
Health|World

Ebola patients flee in attacks on Congo health facilities, hobbling response

Doctors operating on the front lines of the fight against Ebola in Congo, already grappling with shortages of basic supplies,

Ebola patients flee in attacks on Congo health facilities, hobbling response
Economy|Political|World

Bolivia president Paz cuts salary in half as protests grip country

Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz said on Monday he would cut his salary and those of his cabinet ministers in half amid a growing political crisis marked by protests and

Bolivia president Paz cuts salary in half as protests grip country
Health|Science|World

Inside the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in DRC as the virus spreads

Inside the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in DRC as the virus spreads

Inside the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in DRC as the virus spreads
Travel|World

Muslims begin the annual Hajj in sweltering heat against a backdrop of war concerns

The annual Islamic Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, has begun

Muslims begin the annual Hajj in sweltering heat against a backdrop of war concerns
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump and Warsh's fates are now tied, for better or worse

Former U.S.

Trump and Warsh's fates are now tied, for better or worse
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic's Olah says AI must be guided from outside Big Tech

The co-founder of AI company Anthropic said on Monday that the development of artificial intelligence cannot be left solely to

Anthropic's Olah says AI must be guided from outside Big Tech
Crime|World

Pakistan train bombing kills more than 30 people, official says

More than 30 people died in a suicide bombing of a train in southwestern Pakistan on Sunday, officials said on Monday, in the latest attack claimed by

Pakistan train bombing kills more than 30 people, official says
Health|Science|World

WHO chief says fast-moving Ebola epidemic is outpacing response efforts

The head of the World Health Organization said on Monday that the fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda was outpacing response efforts, giving the

WHO chief says fast-moving Ebola epidemic is outpacing response efforts
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Canada April wholesale trade most likely up 0.1% - Statscan flash estimate

Canadian wholesale trade most likely rose 0.1% in April from March, largely driven by higher sales in the building material and supplies subsector, Statistics Canada said in a flash

Canada April wholesale trade most likely up 0.1% - Statscan flash estimate
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Dollar drifts lower as oil falls on Hormuz deal optimism

The dollar dropped against major currencies on Monday as hopes of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil prices

Dollar drifts lower as oil falls on Hormuz deal optimism
Environment|Sports|Travel|World

Everest operators must vet climbers better, says ascent record holder

Mount Everest expedition operators must focus on the experience and knowledge of climbers to lower risks and minimise deaths on the mountain, a British

Everest operators must vet climbers better, says ascent record holder
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Cave diving is fraught with danger, but the reward is sights like nothing else on Earth

Cave diving is fraught with danger, but the reward is sights like nothing else on Earth

Cave diving is fraught with danger, but the reward is sights like nothing else on Earth
Political|Science|Technology|World

Pope, urging AI regulation, warns some weapons now beyond human control

Pope Leo urged governments to slow down and closely regulate the development of AI systems in his first major document, released on Monday, warning

Pope, urging AI regulation, warns some weapons now beyond human control
Health|Sports|World

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares

Injuries to some of soccer’s star players, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, sparked concern ahead of the World Cup

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares
Crime|Political|US|World

Boston firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home

Boston firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home

Boston firefighter Robert "Bobby" Kilduff Jr. killed while battling fire at Dorchester home
Economy|Education|Political|Technology|World

Founder of viral Indian Gen Z account alleges crackdown, threats

New Delhi - A viral social media account focusing on the concerns of India’s Gen Z has come under attack, with its founder alleging hacking and

Founder of viral Indian Gen Z account alleges crackdown, threats
Economy|Political|World

Japan's Takaichi unveils $19 billion extra budget, reassures on bond issuance

Japan will build up an extra $19 billion in reserves to subsidise fuel costs and help tackle cost of living pressures, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said

Japan's Takaichi unveils $19 billion extra budget, reassures on bond issuance
Political|World

Netanyahu admits difficulty influencing Trump decisions on Iran, sources say

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told confidants in private conversations that Israel has little ability to influence Donald Trump's decision-making on

Netanyahu admits difficulty influencing Trump decisions on Iran, sources say
Asia|Environment|World

Flooding kills at least nine in China's Chongqing, state media says

The death toll from flooding in southwestern China's Chongqing has risen to nine and 11 people are missing following torrential rain in the municipality, state broadcaster

Flooding kills at least nine in China's Chongqing, state media says
Crime|Education|US|World

Emmett Till's cousin, Jim Crow architect's great-great-great-grandson inspire others with friendship

Emmett Till's cousin, Jim Crow architect's great-great-great-grandson inspire others with friendship

Emmett Till's cousin, Jim Crow architect's great-great-great-grandson inspire others with friendship
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts

President Xi Jinping hailed China's "unbreakable" friendship with Pakistan on Monday as he met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing, seeking

Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts
Arts|World

After 250 years, Revolutionary War-era soldiers finally laid to rest in upstate New York

After 250 years, Revolutionary War-era soldiers finally laid to rest in upstate New York

After 250 years, Revolutionary War-era soldiers finally laid to rest in upstate New York
Africa|Health|World

Ugandan health officials report new Ebola virus infections, bringing cases to 7

Ugandan health authorities on Monday reported two new Ebola cases, bringing the number of infections to seven

Ugandan health officials report new Ebola virus infections, bringing cases to 7
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say
Crime|World

13 US service members have died in the war with Iran. Here are their stories

13 US service members have died in the war with Iran. Here are their stories

13 US service members have died in the war with Iran. Here are their stories
Business|Economy|Environment|World

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners turned to imports from Latin America and Africa after supplies from the Middle East were disrupted as the Israeli-U.S. war on Iran

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Europe's STOXX 600 wipes out Iran war losses on peace deal hopes, AI optimism

Europe's STOXX 600 closed at its highest level in over two months, recovering all its losses since the start of the Middle East conflict,

Europe's STOXX 600 wipes out Iran war losses on peace deal hopes, AI optimism
Business|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Latvian lawmaker moves to form new government, eyes vote as soon as this week

Latvian opposition lawmaker Andris Kulbergs of the United List said on Monday he aimed to form a four-party majority government after the ruling coalition collapsed this month

Latvian lawmaker moves to form new government, eyes vote as soon as this week
Business|Economy|World

ADB to provide $5 billion to Bangladesh as economic pressures mount

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will provide Bangladesh with $5 billion in support over the next five years, the lender said on Monday, as the country faces mounting

ADB to provide $5 billion to Bangladesh as economic pressures mount
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greek police arrest 20 in Crete over suspected EU farm subsidies fraud

Greek police arrested 20 people on the island of Crete on Monday, saying they had dismantled a criminal gang suspected of defrauding the European Union of agricultural

Greek police arrest 20 in Crete over suspected EU farm subsidies fraud
Australia|Crime|MidEast|World

Australian police did no threat assessment before Bondi attack, inquiry hears

Australian state police did not prepare a threat assessment for the event where the Bondi Beach mass shooting occurred and denied a request from the Jewish

Australian police did no threat assessment before Bondi attack, inquiry hears
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Myanmar military steps up fight for rare earth area and border routes

Myanmar's military has launched renewed offensives into several border regions, including a frontier area with critical rare earth deposits and other vital trade routes, a month

Myanmar military steps up fight for rare earth area and border routes
World

Iran says conclusions reached on many topics in potential U.S. memorandum but no deal imminent

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday that conclusions have been reached on many topics discussed in a potential memorandum of understanding with the U.S., but this

Iran says conclusions reached on many topics in potential U.S. memorandum but no deal imminent
Asia|Business|Crime|Travel|World

4 dead, 17 mostly workers still missing, in collapse of unfinished hotel in the Philippines

Rescuers have pulled three people from the rubble of a collapsed nine-story hotel under construction in Angeles City, Philippines

4 dead, 17 mostly workers still missing, in collapse of unfinished hotel in the Philippines
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Global shares gain and oil prices fall after Trump says talks on ending the war are proceeding

Global shares are mostly higher and oil prices have dropped after U.S. President Donald Trump said talks on ending the war with Iran are progressing

Global shares gain and oil prices fall after Trump says talks on ending the war are proceeding
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Singapore core inflation at 1.4% on year in April, lower than expected

Singapore's key consumer price gauge rose 1.4% in April from a year earlier, official data showed on Monday, below economists' expectations.  

Singapore core inflation at 1.4% on year in April, lower than expected
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit

War in Iran, strained U.S. commitments in Asia and rising tensions over

Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit
Africa|Health|World

A second Ebola treatment center is set ablaze in eastern Congo, with 18 suspected cases fleeing

Angry residents in eastern Congo have attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center treating Ebola patients

A second Ebola treatment center is set ablaze in eastern Congo, with 18 suspected cases fleeing
Africa|Crime|Health|Science|World

Young men storm a Congo hospital treating Ebola patients to demand bodies of their kin

A local hospital official says that angry young men stormed a hospital treating Ebola patients at the heart of an outbreak in eastern Congo, demanding the bodies of their relatives

Young men storm a Congo hospital treating Ebola patients to demand bodies of their kin
Australia|Crime|World

Australian spy boss says he shifted resources from counterterrorism before Hanukkah attack

An Australian spy agency boss has told an inquiry he had pivoted resources away from counterterrorism to espionage a few years before two gunmen massacred 15 people at a Sydney Hanukkah celebration

Australian spy boss says he shifted resources from counterterrorism before Hanukkah attack
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese behind the 'conbini' empire, has died. He was 93.

Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese businessman credited with creating the 7-Eleven convenience-chain global retail empire, has died

Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese behind the 'conbini' empire, has died. He was 93.
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|World

Trump call would be positive, no planning talks have taken place, Taiwan says

A call between the U.S. and Taiwanese leaders would be a positive thing but it is up to President Donald Trump to take the initiative and the two sides have not had any

Trump call would be positive, no planning talks have taken place, Taiwan says
Business|Crime|World

Philippine rescuers racing against time a day after deadly building collapse

Philippine rescuers were racing against time on Monday in a search for possible signs of life more than 24 hours after the collapse

Philippine rescuers racing against time a day after deadly building collapse
Business|MidEast|Political|World

Rubio says US will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with it 'another way'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday the U.S. will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with the country "another way." 

Rubio says US will either have a good agreement with Iran or deal with it 'another way'
Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Pakistan Shi'ites deported from UAE return to lost jobs, frozen savings

In a cluster of villages in Pakistan's largely rural Chakwal district, more than 100 Shi'ite Muslims have returned from the

Pakistan Shi'ites deported from UAE return to lost jobs, frozen savings
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Will they or won't they?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The ever-inching prospect of a deal to end the Iran war and open the Strait of Hormuz paved the way for investors to put on

Will they or won't they?
Business|Science|Technology|World

China's Huawei reveals chip design breakthrough amid US sanctions

Huawei Technologies said on Monday it will make industry-leading semiconductors using a new technology in five years,

China's Huawei reveals chip design breakthrough amid US sanctions
Lifestyle|Sports|World

Kerley runs 9.97 at Enhanced Games, where Kristian Gkolomeev gets a $1M bonus for swimming mark

Fred Kerley ran 100 meters in a pedestrian 9.97 seconds to win the Enhanced Games in a race where the sprinters were placed in the starting blocks four times because of false starts and untied shoes

Kerley runs 9.97 at Enhanced Games, where Kristian Gkolomeev gets a $1M bonus for swimming mark
Arts|Education|Entertainment|World

In ‘Pressure,’ the story of the meteorologist who helped save D-Day

The film “Pressure” explores the tense 72 hours before D-Day, highlighting the crucial role of Scottish meteorologist Capt. James Stagg

In ‘Pressure,’ the story of the meteorologist who helped save D-Day
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse

Prisoners in Venezuela's western Barinas prison staged a protest on the roof of the detention center on Sunday, piling flaming mattresses and calling for the removal of the

Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse
Australia|World

Australian activists return after Gaza flotilla incident, allege Israeli abuse

Australian activists detained by Israel while on a flotilla attempting to deliver aid to Gaza have returned home, with organisers alleging

Australian activists return after Gaza flotilla incident, allege Israeli abuse
Sports|US|World

Hertl’s late winner caps Golden Knights’ wild 5-3 rally, giving them a 3-0 series lead on Avalanche

Tomas Hertl weaved his way toward the slot and broke a tie at 8:21 of the third period as the Golden Knights overcame a three-goal deficit Sunday night to beat Colorado 5-3 and move within a victory of their third Stanley Cup Final appearance in nine years

Hertl’s late winner caps Golden Knights’ wild 5-3 rally, giving them a 3-0 series lead on Avalanche
Business|Economy|World

New Zealand tightens English standards, widens philanthropy options for visas

New Zealand will tighten English language rules for mid-skilled work visa applicants while expanding philanthropy options for investor migrants, Immigration Minister

New Zealand tightens English standards, widens philanthropy options for visas
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Singapore economy beats expectations in Q1 with 6% annual growth, risks ahead

Singapore's economy grew a greater than expected 6.0% in the first quarter of 2026 from a year earlier, data showed on Monday, but officials said the

Singapore economy beats expectations in Q1 with 6% annual growth, risks ahead
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Messi leaves midway through second half, Inter Miami rallies past Union 6-4

Lionel Messi headed into the World Cup break a bit earlier than planned, and now it’ll be Argentina waiting to see if there’s an injury to worry about

Messi leaves midway through second half, Inter Miami rallies past Union 6-4
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China launches Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with 1 of 3 astronauts set for yearlong stay

China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station

China launches Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with 1 of 3 astronauts set for yearlong stay