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Today: March 13, 2026
Today: March 13, 2026

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Trump has one prescription for midterms. House Republicans have another

President Donald Trump insisted he had the answer for Republicans anxious about losing their congressional majority this year

Trump has one prescription for midterms. House Republicans have another
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Canada's Liberals closer to a majority government after another opposition defection

The defection of another opposition lawmaker is all but assuring Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will have a majority government soon

Canada's Liberals closer to a majority government after another opposition defection
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

The Latest: About 140 US troops injured, 8 severely, so far in Iran war, Pentagon says

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that Tuesday would be the most intense day yet of U.S. strikes inside Iran

The Latest: About 140 US troops injured, 8 severely, so far in Iran war, Pentagon says
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US says it destroyed 16 mine-laying vessels as Iran threatens to block Gulf oil exports

The U.S. says it took out more than a dozen mine-laying Iranian vessels, and the Islamic Republic vowed to block the region’s oil exports, saying it would not allow “even a single liter” to be shipped to its enemies

US says it destroyed 16 mine-laying vessels as Iran threatens to block Gulf oil exports
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What we know on the 11th day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran

What we know on the 11th day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran

What we know on the 11th day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Judge urges states to settle Live Nation claims after US strikes deal but states say no chance

A New York federal judge is urging over two dozen states to settle their antitrust claims against Ticketmaster and its parent company this week after the Justice Department reached a deal and dropped out of an ongoing trial

Judge urges states to settle Live Nation claims after US strikes deal but states say no chance
Business|Economy|Environment|Opinion|World

Why shadow tankers are the only ships still moving through the Strait of Hormuz

Despite Iranian threats to destroy any ships that pass through a key maritime route, some ships are still doing so.

Why shadow tankers are the only ships still moving through the Strait of Hormuz
Business|Economy|Sports

Geno Smith returns to Jets as career comes full circle in trade with Las Vegas, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the deal says quarterback Geno Smith is returning to where his career started after the New York Jets acquired him in a trade with Las Vegas

Geno Smith returns to Jets as career comes full circle in trade with Las Vegas, AP source says
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Iran begins laying mines in Strait of Hormuz, sources say

Iran begins laying mines in Strait of Hormuz, sources say

Iran begins laying mines in Strait of Hormuz, sources say
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Ronda Rousey says her double-comeback bout with Gina Carano is the biggest fight in MMA right now

Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano say their meeting on May 16 is the biggest fight that can be made in mixed martial arts, and they’re both thrilled to end their lengthy retirements for the long-awaited showdown

Ronda Rousey says her double-comeback bout with Gina Carano is the biggest fight in MMA right now
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

Meta to acquire Moltbook, the social network for AI agents

Meta is acquiring Moltbook, a social network where AI agents post and chat with each other

Meta to acquire Moltbook, the social network for AI agents
Business|Economy|Food|Interview|Lifestyle

Minneapolis restaurant sends urgent plea to customers to come back to downtown Minneapolis

Minneapolis restaurant sends urgent plea to customers to come back to downtown Minneapolis

Minneapolis restaurant sends urgent plea to customers to come back to downtown Minneapolis
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Human waste backing up in basements is a gut-churning sign of US infrastructure problems

A major sewer pipe collapse has dumped hundreds of millions of gallons of sewage into the Potomac River, highlighting a nationwide problem involving failing infrastructure

Human waste backing up in basements is a gut-churning sign of US infrastructure problems
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How the Iran war and surging oil prices are affecting consumers at the gas pump and beyond

As the price of crude oil swings sharply, consumers are feeling the effects of the Iran war and its damage to worldwide energy production

How the Iran war and surging oil prices are affecting consumers at the gas pump and beyond
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Young kids missed the pandemic's school disruptions. Their reading scores are still behind

Young students are still struggling to bounce back academically from the pandemic, even though many were babies at the time

Young kids missed the pandemic's school disruptions. Their reading scores are still behind
Business|Economy|Education|Political|Sports

NIL enforcement czar: Influx of third-party deals is not what many school leaders expected

The head of the College Sports Commission says the onset of $30 million football rosters funded mostly by companies providing third-party payments to players is within the rules but not the system some of its founders intended

NIL enforcement czar: Influx of third-party deals is not what many school leaders expected
Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|World

Trump’s war against Iran is uniquely unpopular among US military actions of the past century

Trump’s Iran war is historically unique in one critically important way: Early on, the war is not popular with the American public.

Trump’s war against Iran is uniquely unpopular among US military actions of the past century
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russia and Ukraine both claim front-line progress with US-brokered talks on hold

Russia and Ukraine have made competing claims about who is gaining ground, as Russian strikes keep hitting Ukrainian cities and U.S.-backed talks in Turkey were postponed

Russia and Ukraine both claim front-line progress with US-brokered talks on hold
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What Americans think about the war in Iran, according to recent polls

Americans are divided along party lines on U.S. military action against Iran, according to polls conducted since the war began, with most polls showing opposition is higher than support

What Americans think about the war in Iran, according to recent polls
Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Priest faces $500,000 in fines for feeding homeless amid lawsuit

Priest faces $500,000 in fines for feeding homeless amid lawsuit

Priest faces $500,000 in fines for feeding homeless amid lawsuit
Economy|Political|Travel|World

State Department allows up to $40M to be used for evacuation flights for Americans in Mideast

The State Department has authorized the use of up to $40 million in emergency funds to pay for evacuation charter flights for Americans to leave the Middle East due to disruptions in transportation caused by the Iran war

State Department allows up to $40M to be used for evacuation flights for Americans in Mideast
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Baltimore brings out sharpshooters to reduce deer population

Baltimore brings out sharpshooters to reduce deer population

Baltimore brings out sharpshooters to reduce deer population
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Fact check: Trump’s latest false, unproven and contradictory claims about the Iran war

Fact check: Trump’s latest false, unproven and contradictory claims about the Iran war

Fact check: Trump’s latest false, unproven and contradictory claims about the Iran war
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political

In a time of war with Iran, Americans unite in aggravation over sticker shock at the gas pump

It seems that a country divided on many fronts is finding common ground at the gas pumps

In a time of war with Iran, Americans unite in aggravation over sticker shock at the gas pump
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Oil prices dive as Trump says Iran war will end ‘very soon’

Oil prices dive as Trump says Iran war will end ‘very soon’

Oil prices dive as Trump says Iran war will end ‘very soon’
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US homes sales rose in February as homebuyers seized on easing mortgage rates

Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes rose in February from the previous month as home shoppers benefited from easing mortgage rates and a modest increase in properties on the market heading into the spring homebuying season

US homes sales rose in February as homebuyers seized on easing mortgage rates
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Opinion

Gifts from top 50 US philanthropists jumped to $22.4B in 2025 − Mike Bloomberg, Bill Gates and the estate of Paul Allen lead a list of the biggest givers

Three philanthropy scholars size up the latest data on gifts from the country’s biggest philanthropists.

Gifts from top 50 US philanthropists jumped to $22.4B in 2025 − Mike Bloomberg, Bill Gates and the estate of Paul Allen lead a list of the biggest givers
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'That’s the kind of town we are': Community steps up for Michigan tornado victims

'That’s the kind of town we are': Community steps up for Michigan tornado victims

'That’s the kind of town we are': Community steps up for Michigan tornado victims
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Michael Bloomberg, biggest donor of 2025, tops Philanthropy 50 list for third year in a row

Michael Bloomberg tops a new list of America’s biggest donors, after giving billions to a wide range of causes

Michael Bloomberg, biggest donor of 2025, tops Philanthropy 50 list for third year in a row
Economy|Education|Entertainment|Sports|Travel

New BMX track is first of its kind in the world, city says

New BMX track is first of its kind in the world, city says

New BMX track is first of its kind in the world, city says
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Mother, daughter reject millions as data center land dispute continues

Mother, daughter reject millions as data center land dispute continues

Mother, daughter reject millions as data center land dispute continues
Business|Economy|Health|Science

FDA finds little evidence that a drug touted by Trump can help people with autism

The Food and Drug Administation is approving a generic drug for a very rare genetic disorder, but not for autism

FDA finds little evidence that a drug touted by Trump can help people with autism
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|US

Hours-long TSA lines amid partial government shutdown

Security checkpoint lines are stretching to hours-long across the country as TSA experiences a staff shortage due to a partial government shutdown.

Hours-long TSA lines amid partial government shutdown
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Why cloud service outages ripple across the internet – and the economy

It makes sense for companies and organizations to outsource key internet services, but with those services in the hands of a few corporations, failures have a wide impact.

Why cloud service outages ripple across the internet – and the economy
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Mining the ocean floor: 5 deep-sea sources of critical minerals essential to technology, and the fragile marine life at risk

Critical minerals are found in several forms in the ocean, from potato-size nodules to brine pools. They are also in some of the least understood parts of our planet.

Mining the ocean floor: 5 deep-sea sources of critical minerals essential to technology, and the fragile marine life at risk
Business|Economy|Finance|World

War with Iran delivers another shock to the global economy

The war with Iran is doing collateral damage to the world economy

War with Iran delivers another shock to the global economy
Business|Economy|Political|World

The US and Israel went to war with Iran, but the UAE is paying the price. Here’s why

The US and Israel went to war with Iran, but the UAE is paying the price. Here’s why

The US and Israel went to war with Iran, but the UAE is paying the price. Here’s why
Business|Economy|Finance

Tax pros weigh in on how the IRS tax filing season is going

Tax pros weigh in on how the IRS tax filing season is going

Tax pros weigh in on how the IRS tax filing season is going
Africa|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

UN peacekeepers defy South Sudan military's order to leave opposition-held town

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan says it will not comply with a government order to shut down its base in Akobo, an opposition stronghold near the Ethiopian border where tens of thousands of refugees have fled

UN peacekeepers defy South Sudan military's order to leave opposition-held town
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Why emergency oil releases won’t fix this crisis

Why emergency oil releases won’t fix this crisis

Why emergency oil releases won’t fix this crisis
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Asian shares surge, echoing a rally on Wall Street as oil prices sank back to about $90

Asian shares have rebounded from their sharp declines a day before

Asian shares surge, echoing a rally on Wall Street as oil prices sank back to about $90
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's exports surge in Jan-Feb despite waning trade with the US

China has reported its exports rose nearly 22% in the first two months of the year, while trade with the United States contracted

China's exports surge in Jan-Feb despite waning trade with the US
Asia|Economy|Political|World

US allies and rivals in Asia gauge fallout from war in the Middle East

North Korea, South Korea, Japan, and China are watching warily as war spreads across the Middle East

US allies and rivals in Asia gauge fallout from war in the Middle East
Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|World

Trump says Iran war could be over soon, but oil disruption would trigger harsher US strikes

U.S. President Donald Trump says the war against Iran could be short-lived

Trump says Iran war could be over soon, but oil disruption would trigger harsher US strikes
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Venezuelan lawmakers open debate on a mining bill to lure foreign capital

Venezuela’s lawmakers debate a new mining bill that aims to attract foreign investment and rebuild trust after past expropriations

Venezuelan lawmakers open debate on a mining bill to lure foreign capital
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The Latest: Trump says Iran had a new site for developing nuclear weapons

U.S. President Donald Trump says that the war with Iran began because that country was starting work on a new site for developing material for nuclear weapons

The Latest: Trump says Iran had a new site for developing nuclear weapons
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Two teen brothers in Texas mariachi band are released from ICE custody amid bipartisan criticism

Two teen brothers in a nationally recognized mariachi band in South Texas have been released from immigration custody after bipartisan criticism that the Trump administration’s campaign for mass deportation overreached

Two teen brothers in Texas mariachi band are released from ICE custody amid bipartisan criticism
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political

A partial government shutdown has hit the Department of Homeland Security. Here’s what that means

A partial government shutdown has hit the Department of Homeland Security. Here’s what that means

A partial government shutdown has hit the Department of Homeland Security. Here’s what that means
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What we know on the 10th day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran

What we know on the 10th day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran

What we know on the 10th day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran
Economy|Education|Environment|Science

For frigid East it may be hard to fathom, but the US had its second-warmest winter on record

Federal meteorologists say the continental United States just had its second-warmest winter on record, even as many endure bitter cold

For frigid East it may be hard to fathom, but the US had its second-warmest winter on record
Business|Economy|Environment|World

War in Iran has US gas prices spiking. Drilling for more oil here won’t fix things

War in Iran has US gas prices spiking. Drilling for more oil here won’t fix things

War in Iran has US gas prices spiking. Drilling for more oil here won’t fix things
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Trump administration starts to panic over rapidly rising oil costs

Trump administration starts to panic over rapidly rising oil costs

Trump administration starts to panic over rapidly rising oil costs
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Justice Department and Live Nation reach settlement over illegal monopoly case

The Justice Department says it's reached a settlement in its antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and its parent company, California-based Live Nation Entertainment that will benefit consumers by letting competitors play a role in ticket sales and force Live Nation to give up control of 13 amphitheaters

Justice Department and Live Nation reach settlement over illegal monopoly case
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Colombia's President Petro wins in congressional election, but lacks majority to advance reforms

President Gustavo Petro’s political party has emerged victorious in Colombia’s congressional election, but will have to build coalitions with other parties to advance its agenda

Colombia's President Petro wins in congressional election, but lacks majority to advance reforms
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology

Uber's women-only option goes nationwide in the US

Uber is launching a feature that will allow both women riders and drivers across the U.S. to be matched with other women for trips, expanding a pilot program aimed at addressing concerns about the safety of its ride-hailing platform

Uber's women-only option goes nationwide in the US
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks erase a big early loss and rise after oil prices whip from nearly $120 back below $90

U.S. stocks rose following a remarkable reversal, as oil prices went from their highest prices since 2022 back below $90 per barrel

US stocks erase a big early loss and rise after oil prices whip from nearly $120 back below $90
Economy|Political|Travel|US

Travelers encounter long waits at some airports as DHS shutdown affects security checkpoints

Travelers complained of long waits Sunday that in some cases lasted hours at security checkpoints at airports in Houston and New Orleans

Travelers encounter long waits at some airports as DHS shutdown affects security checkpoints
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science

US is less prone to oil price shocks than in past decades

Oil prices affect the US economy differently than in past decades. Nowadays, the US is less reliant on oil imports and uses less oil to produce more economic output.

US is less prone to oil price shocks than in past decades
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Are you benefitting from Trump’s tax measures? Are they difficult to claim? Tell us about it

Are you benefitting from Trump’s tax measures? Are they difficult to claim? Tell us about it

Are you benefitting from Trump’s tax measures? Are they difficult to claim? Tell us about it
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Oil prices swing wildly as Iran war threatens transport routes and production across Middle East

The Iran war has upended oil production and shipping across the Middle East, straining energy supplies worldwide

Oil prices swing wildly as Iran war threatens transport routes and production across Middle East
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Salinas transitional housing opens after past developer funding misuse allegations

Salinas transitional housing opens after past developer funding misuse allegations

Salinas transitional housing opens after past developer funding misuse allegations
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Trump administration criticizes court rulings slowing immigration agenda in Supreme Court appeal

The Trump administration is criticizing lower court judges who have slowed its efforts to strip legal protections from a broad swath of migrants living in the U.S. It's asking the Supreme Court to clear the way for moves that could expose thousands more people to deportation

Trump administration criticizes court rulings slowing immigration agenda in Supreme Court appeal
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Airports see hours-long delays due to TSA shortages as Homeland Security shutdown shows no sign of ending

Airports see hours-long delays due to TSA shortages as Homeland Security shutdown shows no sign of ending

Airports see hours-long delays due to TSA shortages as Homeland Security shutdown shows no sign of ending
Economy|Health|Science|World

An effort to remedy harm from a race-based kidney test helps Black patients seeking transplants

A racially biased medical test for years kept Black people from getting kidney transplants

An effort to remedy harm from a race-based kidney test helps Black patients seeking transplants
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment

Developers share new plans to transform former Six Flags

Developers share new plans to transform former Six Flags

Developers share new plans to transform former Six Flags
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Tracking gas and oil prices as war with Iran escalates

Tracking gas and oil prices as war with Iran escalates

Tracking gas and oil prices as war with Iran escalates
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Exclusive: Iran is ready for a long war with the US and only economic pain will end it, senior official tells CNN

Exclusive: Iran is ready for a long war with the US and only economic pain will end it, senior official tells CNN

Exclusive: Iran is ready for a long war with the US and only economic pain will end it, senior official tells CNN
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Iran war sends shockwaves through African fuel market and economies

Rising global oil prices triggered by the Iran war are increasing economic pressures across Africa, where most countries rely heavily on imported petroleum products

Iran war sends shockwaves through African fuel market and economies
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Political

Once a beacon of cheap homes, Nevada has become a symbol of America's struggle with high costs

Many voters are frustrated by rising prices for essentials like housing

Once a beacon of cheap homes, Nevada has become a symbol of America's struggle with high costs
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Glasgow building fire closes Scotland's busiest train station and disrupts rail services

A fire next to Glasgow Central Station has disrupted rail services across Scotland

Glasgow building fire closes Scotland's busiest train station and disrupts rail services
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Hims & Hers Health and Novo Nordisk end lawsuit over weight loss medications, enter collaboration

Hims & Hers Health has agreed to stop selling compound versions of Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy and other weight-loss drugs, ending for now a patent lawsuit

Hims & Hers Health and Novo Nordisk end lawsuit over weight loss medications, enter collaboration
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global stocks sink as oil hits $100 per barrel for first time since 2022

Global stocks sink as oil hits $100 per barrel for first time since 2022

Global stocks sink as oil hits $100 per barrel for first time since 2022
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Iran names slain supreme leader’s son as successor, in a defiant message to Trump

Iran names slain supreme leader’s son as successor, in a defiant message to Trump

Iran names slain supreme leader’s son as successor, in a defiant message to Trump
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

As Iran war shakes energy system, some see powerful argument for renewable energy

The Iran war is shaking the global energy system and with it Earth's climate future

As Iran war shakes energy system, some see powerful argument for renewable energy
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Abandoned Pennsylvania mines and waste-heat recycling could make the state’s massive new data centers far more sustainable

In Pennsylvania, new data centers could require enough electricity to power 11 million homes.

Abandoned Pennsylvania mines and waste-heat recycling could make the state’s massive new data centers far more sustainable
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WNBA sends CBA proposal to players as March 10 deadline nears, AP source says

The WNBA sent a collective bargaining agreement proposal to the union a day after the league received one from the players, a person familiar with the negotiations has told The Associated Press

WNBA sends CBA proposal to players as March 10 deadline nears, AP source says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Hungary will set a price cap on gasoline and diesel, Orbán says

Hungary is introducing a new cap on gasoline and diesel prices as global oil markets surge during the Iran war

Hungary will set a price cap on gasoline and diesel, Orbán says
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump downplays importance of Russia reportedly sharing intel with Iran to help it hit US targets

President Donald Trump says it's inconsequential if Russia has provided Iran with information to help Tehran target U.S. military personnel and assets in the Middle East

Trump downplays importance of Russia reportedly sharing intel with Iran to help it hit US targets
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New strikes light up the night in Tehran as Israel vows 'many surprises'

Flames rose above an oil storage facility in Tehran as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised “many surprises” for the next phase of the week-old war

New strikes light up the night in Tehran as Israel vows 'many surprises'
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Trump encourages Latin American leaders to use military action to help US fight cartels

President Donald Trump says the U.S. and Latin American countries are banding together to combat violent cartels as his administration looks to demonstrate it remains committed to sharpening U.S. foreign policy focus on the Western Hemisphere

Trump encourages Latin American leaders to use military action to help US fight cartels
Business|Economy|Education|Health

Nonprofit opens resource room to support students and families at Fulton County elementary school

Nonprofit opens resource room to support students and families at Fulton County elementary school

Nonprofit opens resource room to support students and families at Fulton County elementary school
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Oil and gas prices rapidly rise as Iran war shows no signs of letting up

The price of oil surged higher and showed no signs of halting its rapid climb a week after the U.S. and Israel launched major attacks on Iran that escalated into a war in the Middle East

Oil and gas prices rapidly rise as Iran war shows no signs of letting up
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Cuba says crews repaired a large power plant that caused a massive outage

Cuban officials say they expect to soon restart a large thermoelectric plant after it shut down earlier in the week and sparked a massive blackout

Cuba says crews repaired a large power plant that caused a massive outage
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Retirement savings plans can be used to fund a home down payment. But should you?

Years of skyrocketing home prices have made saving up for a down payment to buy a home a major hurdle for many aspiring homebuyers

Retirement savings plans can be used to fund a home down payment. But should you?
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

War in Middle East brings uncertainty and higher energy costs to already weakening US economy

Risks for the US economy grow as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.

War in Middle East brings uncertainty and higher energy costs to already weakening US economy
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Trump administration and Democrats at odds over risk to US weapons stockpiles from Iran war

The U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran have raised concerns among Democrats and others about diminishing American stockpiles of certain weapons

Trump administration and Democrats at odds over risk to US weapons stockpiles from Iran war
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Hong Kong firm seeks $2 billion over Panama's takeover of 2 key canal ports

A subsidiary of a Hong Kong-based company that has lost control of two critical ports on the Panama Canal says it is seeking $2 billion of compensation in damages from Panama over its “illegal” takeover of the ports

Hong Kong firm seeks $2 billion over Panama's takeover of 2 key canal ports
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The Latest: Russia provided Iran with information to help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say

Israeli airstrikes are pounding the capitals of Iran and Lebanon as the U.S. apparently struck an Iranian drone carrier at sea

The Latest: Russia provided Iran with information to help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say
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Former leader Ardern has left New Zealand. She’s not the only one

Former leader Ardern has left New Zealand. She’s not the only one

Former leader Ardern has left New Zealand. She’s not the only one
Americas|Economy|Political|World

‘We can’t take it anymore’: How Trump is pushing Cuba to the brink

‘We can’t take it anymore’: How Trump is pushing Cuba to the brink

‘We can’t take it anymore’: How Trump is pushing Cuba to the brink
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Portland residents near ICE building win court order limiting agents' tear gas use

Affordable housing residents near a federal immigration building in Portland, Oregon, have won a court order limiting federal officers’ use of tear gas during protests at the facility

Portland residents near ICE building win court order limiting agents' tear gas use
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Trump says 'whole educational system' could go out of business without fixes to college sports

President Donald Trump has predicted the destruction not just of college sports but the entire U.S. collegiate system unless the industry is fixed quickly

Trump says 'whole educational system' could go out of business without fixes to college sports
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How to help civilians impacted by the Middle East conflict

How to help civilians impacted by the Middle East conflict

How to help civilians impacted by the Middle East conflict
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Interview|Political|Stock Markets|US

Dana Bash interviews President Trump about the war with Iran

CNN's Dana Bash spoke with President Donald Trump about the war with Iran, Cuba, gas prices and the elections in Texas.

Dana Bash interviews President Trump about the war with Iran
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Finance

Saks Global to shutter 15 more department stores in bankruptcy restructuring

The parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus is closing more of its department stores as it focuses on its most profitable businesses and trims debt during its Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring

Saks Global to shutter 15 more department stores in bankruptcy restructuring
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets|US|World

Noem's firing is little comfort to Minneapolis residents struggling to recover from crackdown

A Latino grocery owner in Minnesota says Kristi Noem’s ousting does not undo the damage from the federal immigration crackdown

Noem's firing is little comfort to Minneapolis residents struggling to recover from crackdown
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia has provided Iran with information that can help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say

Russia has provided Iran with information that could help Tehran strike American warships, aircraft and other assets in the region

Russia has provided Iran with information that can help Tehran strike US military, AP sources say
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Florida Bar walks back statement on investigation into Halligan, now says there is none

The Florida Bar has walked back what it said was an erroneous statement indicating that it had an open investigation into Lindsey Halligan, a former top federal prosecutor in Virginia

Florida Bar walks back statement on investigation into Halligan, now says there is none
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

Andris Nelsons out as music director of Boston Symphony at end of 2026-27 season

Andris Nelsons is leaving as music director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra after the board decides not to renew him

Andris Nelsons out as music director of Boston Symphony at end of 2026-27 season
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dow suffers worst week since April as oil hits $90 and weak jobs data adds to market anxiety

Dow suffers worst week since April as oil hits $90 and weak jobs data adds to market anxiety

Dow suffers worst week since April as oil hits $90 and weak jobs data adds to market anxiety
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil surges to its highest price since 2023, and stocks drop after a weak update on the US job market

Oil shot to its highest price since 2023 after surging again because of the Iran war, and a weak update on the U.S. job market knocked stocks lower to cap Wall Street’s worst week since October

Oil surges to its highest price since 2023, and stocks drop after a weak update on the US job market
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Two charged for hazmat explosion at waste facility

Two charged for hazmat explosion at waste facility

Two charged for hazmat explosion at waste facility
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Plan emerges for $166 billion in tariff refunds. But don’t hold your breath

Plan emerges for $166 billion in tariff refunds. But don’t hold your breath

Plan emerges for $166 billion in tariff refunds. But don’t hold your breath
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Georgia candidates jockey as sprint begins to primaries for US Senate, governor

Georgia’s races for governor and U.S. Senate are taking shape as candidates qualify and begin their sprint to the May 19 party primaries

Georgia candidates jockey as sprint begins to primaries for US Senate, governor
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Hungary temporarily detains 7 Ukrainians and seizes $80 million cash shipment, angering Kyiv

Hungary has temporarily detained seven Ukrainians working for a state bank and seized armored vehicles full of cash, setting off a sharp dispute with Kyiv

Hungary temporarily detains 7 Ukrainians and seizes $80 million cash shipment, angering Kyiv
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State leaders call on Washington as restaurants feel impacts of crawfish shortage

State leaders call on Washington as restaurants feel impacts of crawfish shortage

State leaders call on Washington as restaurants feel impacts of crawfish shortage
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US issues a license that authorizes sales of Venezuelan gold

The U.S. has issued a license that allows business to be done with Venezuela’s state gold mining company, Minerven

US issues a license that authorizes sales of Venezuelan gold
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Retail sales fall modestly in January as American consumers pull back on spending

American consumers pulled back their spending to start 2026, extending the malaise in retail sales that began late last year

Retail sales fall modestly in January as American consumers pull back on spending
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The US lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month as the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%

American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain

The US lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month as the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%
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A boost for Moscow in the shadow of Iran war: US allows India to buy Russian oil for a month

The U.S. Treasury Department’s decision to allow India to buy Russian oil for 30 days underscores a boost for Moscow's fortunes against the backdrop of the Iran war as Russia's oil export earnings help pay for its own war against Ukraine

A boost for Moscow in the shadow of Iran war: US allows India to buy Russian oil for a month
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K-9 unit dogs get treatment to extend careers thanks to local nonprofit

K-9 unit dogs get treatment to extend careers thanks to local nonprofit

K-9 unit dogs get treatment to extend careers thanks to local nonprofit
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Jobs are falling. Spending is, too. That’s a problem

Jobs are falling. Spending is, too. That’s a problem

Jobs are falling. Spending is, too. That’s a problem
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Russia is aiding Iran’s war effort by providing intel on US military targets, sources say

Russia is aiding Iran’s war effort by providing intel on US military targets, sources say

Russia is aiding Iran’s war effort by providing intel on US military targets, sources say
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GPS jamming is emerging as an increasingly prevalent — and troubling — weapon of war

GPS jamming is emerging as an increasingly prevalent — and troubling — weapon of war

GPS jamming is emerging as an increasingly prevalent — and troubling — weapon of war
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Public health needs steady budgets – and federal funding uncertainty causes real harms, even if the money is later restored

Public health depends on long-term planning, and when that planning is interrupted, some programs never recover.

Public health needs steady budgets – and federal funding uncertainty causes real harms, even if the money is later restored
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Telehealth is widely used by older adults insured by Medicare, new research shows

Policymakers are still deciding whether to make some types of Medicare coverage for telehealth permanent. Studies show it helps older adults get more consistent health care.

Telehealth is widely used by older adults insured by Medicare, new research shows
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Venezuela’s fragile environment faces rising risks as US pushes for oil and critical minerals and illegal gold mining spreads

The Orinoco Basin is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. It’s also rich in oil, gold and critical minerals crucial to modern technology.

Venezuela’s fragile environment faces rising risks as US pushes for oil and critical minerals and illegal gold mining spreads
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Maine's catch of lobster declines again as high costs and climate change impact industry

Maine’s catch of lobsters has declined for the fourth straight year as the industry continued to grapple with soaring business costs, inflation and a changing ocean

Maine's catch of lobster declines again as high costs and climate change impact industry
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Measuring poverty on a spectrum instead of an arbitrary line conveys a more accurate picture of inequality

An economist proposes a new method of estimating the scope of poverty in different countries.

Measuring poverty on a spectrum instead of an arbitrary line conveys a more accurate picture of inequality
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Family-friendly workplaces are great − but ‘families of 1’ get ignored

In an era of family-friendly workplaces, how can employers treat single people without kids fairly?

Family-friendly workplaces are great − but ‘families of 1’ get ignored
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Gulf allies complain US didn't notify them of Iran attacks and ignored their warnings, sources say

Officials say Iran’s retaliatory attacks in the Middle East over strikes from Israel and the U.S. have left some of America’s partners in the Gulf frustrated over a lack of notice or adequate defense

Gulf allies complain US didn't notify them of Iran attacks and ignored their warnings, sources say
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For US Muslims, immigration crackdown fears, new war worries and anti-Muslim rhetoric cloud Ramadan

Muslims across the United States are observing Ramadan under rising fears tied to immigration raids, anti-Muslim rhetoric, and war in the Middle East

For US Muslims, immigration crackdown fears, new war worries and anti-Muslim rhetoric cloud Ramadan
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Here’s how much the war with Iran is expected to cost every day

Here’s how much the war with Iran is expected to cost every day

Here’s how much the war with Iran is expected to cost every day
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Hegseth's comments are a reminder that government isn't always eager to show the human cost to war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has drawn negative attention for his comment that the press has emphasized casualties in the Iran war because it wants to make President Donald Trump look bad

Hegseth's comments are a reminder that government isn't always eager to show the human cost to war
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A Lagos rave rewrites the rules of nightlife, drawing young Nigerians priced out of club culture

Nightlife in Nigeria's economic capital Lagos can be very expensive with its table culture where revellers are divided into a multitier system and compelled to buy very expensive drinks

A Lagos rave rewrites the rules of nightlife, drawing young Nigerians priced out of club culture
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Power slowly being restored in western Cuba as crews work at damaged plant

Swaths of Cuba remain without power nearly a day after a massive blackout hit the western part of the island in the latest outage blamed on a fragile electric grid and a lack of fuel

Power slowly being restored in western Cuba as crews work at damaged plant
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Demand for minerals to power technology could triple by 2030, UN political chief says

The United Nations political chief says demand for critical minerals that power technology from smartphones to missiles could triple by 2030 and quadruple by 2040

Demand for minerals to power technology could triple by 2030, UN political chief says
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Trump takes forceful steps to pressure Latin American leaders to reduce China ties

The Trump administration in recent weeks has taken forceful steps in one Latin American country after another aimed at curbing the influence and economic dominance of China

Trump takes forceful steps to pressure Latin American leaders to reduce China ties
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Beyond Meat drops the 'Meat' from its name as it expands to plant-based drinks and snacks

Beyond Meat is dropping “meat” from its name as it moves beyond the struggling market for plant-based burgers, sausages and tenders and expands into new categories like protein drinks

Beyond Meat drops the 'Meat' from its name as it expands to plant-based drinks and snacks
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US and Venezuela agree to reestablish diplomatic relations in major shift after Maduro's ouster

The State Department says the United States and Venezuela have agreed to reestablish diplomatic relations in a major shift in a historically adversarial relationship

US and Venezuela agree to reestablish diplomatic relations in major shift after Maduro's ouster
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Stocks drop after oil spikes to its highest price since the summer of 2024

U.S. stocks sank after the price of oil spiked to its highest level since 2024

Stocks drop after oil spikes to its highest price since the summer of 2024
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Repatriation flights ramp up as nations race to bring citizens home from Middle East

Governments around the world are rushing to organize the return of their citizens from the Middle East on Wednesday and air traffic seems to be picking up slightly as travel across the region remains heavily disrupted by the widening Iran war

Repatriation flights ramp up as nations race to bring citizens home from Middle East
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Judge rules companies are entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs overturned by the Supreme Court

In a defeat for the Trump administration, a federal judge in New York ruled Wednesday that companies that paid tariffs struck down last month by Supreme Court are due refunds

Judge rules companies are entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs overturned by the Supreme Court
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Pentagon dispute bolsters Anthropic reputation but raises questions about AI readiness in military

Anthropic’s moral stand on U.S. military use of artificial intelligence is reshaping the competition between leading AI companies but also exposing a growing awareness that maybe chatbots just aren’t capable enough for acts of war

Pentagon dispute bolsters Anthropic reputation but raises questions about AI readiness in military
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Apple’s 'big week' launches a pair of $599 devices aimed at budget buyers

Apple CEO Tim Cook promised a “big week” of product announcements including the introduction of a new budget-friendly iPhone 17e, a new entry-level MacBook Neo, updated iPad Air models, refreshed monitors and higher-end chipsets

Apple’s 'big week' launches a pair of $599 devices aimed at budget buyers
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Elon Musk defends himself against accusations of misconduct leading up to Twitter takeover

A defiant Elon Musk on Wednesday took the stand in a jury trial to defend himself against accusations that he engaged in a pattern of deceptive behavior that misled investors as he attempted to back out of his $44 billion deal to buy Twitter before he finally completed the takeover

Elon Musk defends himself against accusations of misconduct leading up to Twitter takeover
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China sets a lower economic growth target of 4.5% to 5% for 2026 as challenges loom

China has set an economic growth target of 4.5% to 5% for this year, a slight decrease in the face of a prolonged property slump and other headwinds and global uncertainty

China sets a lower economic growth target of 4.5% to 5% for 2026 as challenges loom
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Iranian strikes on Amazon data centers highlight industry's vulnerability to physical disasters

Iranian drone strikes damaged three Amazon Web Services sites in the Middle East, exposing how vulnerable cloud data centers are in conflict

Iranian strikes on Amazon data centers highlight industry's vulnerability to physical disasters
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Facing ‘grave and complex landscape,’ China sets lowest economic growth target in decades

Facing ‘grave and complex landscape,’ China sets lowest economic growth target in decades

Facing ‘grave and complex landscape,’ China sets lowest economic growth target in decades
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Trump advisers work to mitigate a political nightmare on Iran as president fuels messaging chaos

Trump advisers work to mitigate a political nightmare on Iran as president fuels messaging chaos

Trump advisers work to mitigate a political nightmare on Iran as president fuels messaging chaos
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House Republicans grill Walz and Ellison over Minnesota’s welfare fraud scandal

House Republicans grill Walz and Ellison over Minnesota’s welfare fraud scandal

House Republicans grill Walz and Ellison over Minnesota’s welfare fraud scandal
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US stocks rise, Asian markets get rocked as Middle East conflict intensifies

US stocks rise, Asian markets get rocked as Middle East conflict intensifies

US stocks rise, Asian markets get rocked as Middle East conflict intensifies
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US stocks rebound after strong economic updates and as oil prices stop spiking

The U.S. stock market rebounded after oil prices stopped spiking and reports gave encouraging updates on the economy

US stocks rebound after strong economic updates and as oil prices stop spiking
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With his war in Iran, Trump just made the next Fed chair’s job even harder

With his war in Iran, Trump just made the next Fed chair’s job even harder

With his war in Iran, Trump just made the next Fed chair’s job even harder
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Sri Lanka recovers 87 bodies from Iranian warship sunk off its coast by a US submarine

Sri Lanka’s navy has recovered 87 bodies and rescued 32 people after an Iranian warship was sunk by a U.S. submarine in international waters near the island

Sri Lanka recovers 87 bodies from Iranian warship sunk off its coast by a US submarine
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The Latest: US Senate rejects war powers bill that would halt attacks against Iran

A widening U.S.-Israeli war with Iran has seen major strikes, missile fire across the region, and fresh fears for global energy and markets

The Latest: US Senate rejects war powers bill that would halt attacks against Iran
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Carney says he backs strikes on Iran 'with some regret' as world order frays

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says he supports the strikes on Iran “with some regret” as they represent an extreme example of a rupturing world order

Carney says he backs strikes on Iran 'with some regret' as world order frays
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Spain's government denies cooperating with US operations in Mideast, contradicting White House

Spain’s foreign minister has denied that the government has changed its position on supporting the U.S. military operations against Iran

Spain's government denies cooperating with US operations in Mideast, contradicting White House
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Iran attacks threaten US economy with more uncertainty around inflation, growth

Oil prices jumped Tuesday for the second straight day and gas prices moved higher in the United States, underscoring the threat of rising inflation posed by the Iran war

Iran attacks threaten US economy with more uncertainty around inflation, growth