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Explosions rock Iran's capital, and more attacks target Israel as US warns bombing will intensify

Explosions are sending up plumes of smoke in Iran's capital city as the United States says the most intense bombing of the weeklong campaign is coming

Explosions rock Iran's capital, and more attacks target Israel as US warns bombing will intensify
Arts|Political|Sports|Travel|World

In Miami, the opening game of the World Baseball Classic was a celebration for Venezuelan fans

Venezuelan fans are turning the World Baseball Classic in Miami into a celebration

In Miami, the opening game of the World Baseball Classic was a celebration for Venezuelan fans
Business|Education|Political|Sports|US|World

Dealing with Iran war is 'easy,' Trump says. College athlete pay? Not so much

President Donald Trump says questions about the war in Iran are “easy” compared to efforts to better regulate college sports

Dealing with Iran war is 'easy,' Trump says. College athlete pay? Not so much
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
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Political|Sports

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
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

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
Crime|Political|World

Man convicted in political assassination plot he tied to Iranian paramilitary

A Pakistani business owner who tried to hire hit men to kill a U.S. politician has been convicted in a trial that showcased allegations of Iran-backed plotting on American soil

Man convicted in political assassination plot he tied to Iranian paramilitary
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

Jury convicts man of aggravated sexual abuse of autistic child in Camp Lejeune case

Jury convicts man of aggravated sexual abuse of autistic child in Camp Lejeune case

Jury convicts man of aggravated sexual abuse of autistic child in Camp Lejeune case
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
Business|Political|US|Videos|World

A $220 million ad blitz and a public split with Trump mark the end of Kristi Noem’s DHS tenure

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has lost her job after criticism over a flashy ad campaign tied to President Donald Trump’s deportation push

A $220 million ad blitz and a public split with Trump mark the end of Kristi Noem’s DHS tenure
Americas|Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department official eyes cases against Cuba leaders as Trump floats 'friendly takeover'

The top Justice Department prosecutor in Miami is considering criminal investigations of Cuban government officials

Justice Department official eyes cases against Cuba leaders as Trump floats 'friendly takeover'
Arts|Entertainment|Political|US

Kennedy Center exodus continues as National Symphony director Jean Davidson heads to the Wallis

National Symphony Orchestra director Jean Davidson has left the Kennedy Center to lead the Wallis Annenberg Center in Los Angeles, as turmoil grows under President Donald Trump’s control

Kennedy Center exodus continues as National Symphony director Jean Davidson heads to the Wallis
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Kosovo president urges a quick snap vote after dissolving parliament to avoid further instability

Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani said after dissolving Parliament that a snap election should be held as soon as possible to avoid another prolonged political crisis in the Balkan country at a time of global turmoil

Kosovo president urges a quick snap vote after dissolving parliament to avoid further instability
Political|Sports|World

Russian flag returns as Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics open amid Iran war and boycott

The Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics has officially opened amid the tensions of intensifying war in the Middle East and with some countries boycotting the opening ceremony because of the return of the Russian flag to the global sports stage

Russian flag returns as Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics open amid Iran war and boycott
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department publishes missing Epstein files involving uncorroborated claim about Trump

The Justice Department has released additional Jeffrey Epstein files involving uncorroborated accusations made by a woman against President Donald Trump that the department said had been mistakenly withheld during an earlier review

Justice Department publishes missing Epstein files involving uncorroborated claim about Trump
Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|US

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
Business|Political|US|World

Everything we know on the seventh day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran

Everything we know on the seventh day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran

Everything we know on the seventh day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

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
Arts|Business|Economy|Food|Lifestyle|Political|Travel

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
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

The US attack on an Iranian warship did not violate international law, experts say

Legal experts say a U.S. submarine’s deadly attack on an Iranian warship does not appear to have violated international or American military law

The US attack on an Iranian warship did not violate international law, experts say
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Tunisian authorities detain pro-Palestinian activists preparing new Gaza aid flotilla

Tunisian authorities have detained pro‑Palestinian activists as an international group prepares a new flotilla aimed at bringing aid to Gaza

Tunisian authorities detain pro-Palestinian activists preparing new Gaza aid flotilla
Arts|Political|Sports|World

Messi has long steered clear of politics. Does his visit to Trump's White House mark a change?

Assisted by a glittering, pink soccer ball, Lionel Messi crossed yet another frontier with his visit to the White House

Messi has long steered clear of politics. Does his visit to Trump's White House mark a change?
Political|World

Judge weighs New York Times bid to block policy limiting journalists' access to Pentagon

The New York Times is urging a federal judge to block a Pentagon policy that has limited access to the building for journalists from many mainstream news outlets

Judge weighs New York Times bid to block policy limiting journalists' access to Pentagon
Business|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|Political

Windshield barnacle ban ordinance introduced by Philadelphia councilmember

Windshield barnacle ban ordinance introduced by Philadelphia councilmember

Windshield barnacle ban ordinance introduced by Philadelphia councilmember
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
MidEast|Political|World

Kurdish Iranian dissidents in Iraq deny attack plans but say they would join a US invasion of Iran

Officials with one of the armed Kurdish Iranian dissident groups based in northern Iraq say they are not planning an imminent cross-border attack on Iran but would join a ground invasion if the U.S. were to launch one

Kurdish Iranian dissidents in Iraq deny attack plans but say they would join a US invasion of Iran
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|World

Human rights court orders Peru to pay compensation for a 1997 forced sterilization death

The Inter-American Court of Human Rights is ordering Peru to pay compensation for a woman’s death tied to a forced sterilization program

Human rights court orders Peru to pay compensation for a 1997 forced sterilization death
MidEast|Political|World

As Iran war rages, Israel seizes chance to finish the job against Hezbollah

As Iran war rages, Israel seizes chance to finish the job against Hezbollah

As Iran war rages, Israel seizes chance to finish the job against Hezbollah
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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
Interview|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump tells CNN he’s not worried whether Iran becomes a democratic state

Trump tells CNN he’s not worried whether Iran becomes a democratic state

Trump tells CNN he’s not worried whether Iran becomes a democratic state
Crime|Education|Political|World

South Florida university probes racist group chat tied to a local GOP official

Florida International University has launched an investigation into a group chat linked to a local GOP official that included violent racist slurs, antisemitic comments and misogynistic language

South Florida university probes racist group chat tied to a local GOP official
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Belarus leader pardons 18 prisoners in an effort to improve ties with the US

Belarus’ authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned 18 more prisoners as part of his recent effort at a rapprochement with the United States

Belarus leader pardons 18 prisoners in an effort to improve ties with the US
Africa|Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan and Afghanistan claim killing dozens of the other side's troops in relentless fighting

Pakistani and Afghan officials say their forces have launched multiple strikes at each other in cross-border clashes, with each side claiming to have killed dozens more enemy troops in what has been the deadliest fighting yet between the two neighbors

Pakistan and Afghanistan claim killing dozens of the other side's troops in relentless fighting
Economy|Health|Political|Science|Technology

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
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump tells CNN Cuba is soon going to fall: ‘I’m going to put Marco over there’

Trump tells CNN Cuba is soon going to fall: ‘I’m going to put Marco over there’

Trump tells CNN Cuba is soon going to fall: ‘I’m going to put Marco over there’
Political|World

How international news outlets report under Israel’s military censor during wartime

How international news outlets report under Israel’s military censor during wartime

How international news outlets report under Israel’s military censor during wartime
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US

Congress is on track for record retirements. In Illinois, that's created a candidate frenzy

The signs that Illinois is having one of its most frenzied primaries in years are everywhere

Congress is on track for record retirements. In Illinois, that's created a candidate frenzy
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Health|MidEast|Political|World

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
Economy|Political|World

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
Crime|Political|US

Exclusive: GOP lawmakers push for charges against former White House aide for Jan. 6 testimony

Exclusive: GOP lawmakers push for charges against former White House aide for Jan. 6 testimony

Exclusive: GOP lawmakers push for charges against former White House aide for Jan. 6 testimony
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Between bombs and blackouts, Iranians are trapped in a deepening crisis

Between bombs and blackouts, Iranians are trapped in a deepening crisis

Between bombs and blackouts, Iranians are trapped in a deepening crisis
Political|World

How Kristi Noem finally lost Trump — and her job

How Kristi Noem finally lost Trump — and her job

How Kristi Noem finally lost Trump — and her job
Arts|Economy|Education|Finance|Interview|Opinion|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Crime|Political|US

GOP Rep. Gonzales ending reelection bid after admitting to affair with late staffer

GOP Rep. Gonzales ending reelection bid after admitting to affair with late staffer

GOP Rep. Gonzales ending reelection bid after admitting to affair with late staffer
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Hong Kong ex-media mogul Jimmy Lai will not appeal national security conviction, legal team says

The legal team for Hong Kong pro-democracy ex-publisher Jimmy Lai says he will not appeal the national security conviction for which he was sentenced to 20 years in prison

Hong Kong ex-media mogul Jimmy Lai will not appeal national security conviction, legal team says
Election|Political|US

Talarico became famous with viral videos. Can Republicans turn that against him?

After James Talarico won the Democratic Senate nomination in Texas, Republicans are racing to paint him as too progressive

Talarico became famous with viral videos. Can Republicans turn that against him?
Election|Political|US

As Texas braces for messy Senate runoff, Georgia Republicans fear similar fate unless Trump endorses

President Donald Trump has yet to endorse a candidate in Georgia's Republican primary

As Texas braces for messy Senate runoff, Georgia Republicans fear similar fate unless Trump endorses
Crime|Political|World

GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas ends reelection bid after admitting to affair with aide

Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas is withdrawing from his reelection race, after having admitted an affair with a former staff member who later died by suicide

GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas ends reelection bid after admitting to affair with aide
Crime|Political|US|World

Pentagon identifies first US casualties in US-Israeli war with Iran

The Pentagon has identified four of the six US service members who were killed in an Iranian drone strike on Sunday. The two other soldiers who were killed in the strike on Sunday have not yet been identified.

Pentagon identifies first US casualties in US-Israeli war with Iran
MidEast|Political|US|World

Many of the six US troops killed in the war with Iran served together years earlier in Kuwait

Many of the six US troops killed in the war with Iran served together years earlier in Kuwait

Many of the six US troops killed in the war with Iran served together years earlier in Kuwait
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

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
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Arts|Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Sports|Stock Markets|US|World

Who is Markwayne Mullin, named by Trump to replace Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary?

Who is Markwayne Mullin, named by Trump to replace Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary?

Who is Markwayne Mullin, named by Trump to replace Kristi Noem as Homeland Security secretary?
Crime|Political

Justice Department autopen investigation isn’t over yet, official says

Justice Department autopen investigation isn’t over yet, official says

Justice Department autopen investigation isn’t over yet, official says
Education|Health|Political|Science

Study suggests Trump's unproven autism claims influenced care

Last year, President Donald Trump promoted unproven ties between Tylenol and autism and touted an old generic drug as a treatment for the developmental condition

Study suggests Trump's unproven autism claims influenced care
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Business|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science

Leucovorin prescriptions surged after the White House touted the drug for autism. Parents are still scrambling to find it

Leucovorin prescriptions surged after the White House touted the drug for autism. Parents are still scrambling to find it

Leucovorin prescriptions surged after the White House touted the drug for autism. Parents are still scrambling to find it
Political|US|World

Hegseth confirms sinking of Iranian warship

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said today that a US submarine sank an Iranian warship in international waters. Hegseth stressed that four days in, the US operation against Iran is still in its “early” days as he laid out plans to accelerate military efforts.

Hegseth confirms sinking of Iranian warship
Political|World

Congress once fought to limit a president’s war powers − more than 50 years later, its successors are less willing to assert their authority

At the tail end of the Vietnam War, Congress engaged in a breathtaking act of legislative assertion, affirming that lawmakers held the power to declare war – not the president.

Congress once fought to limit a president’s war powers − more than 50 years later, its successors are less willing to assert their authority
Election|Political|US

A potentially brutal 12-week Texas Senate runoff looms

The Texas GOP Senate primary went about as expected with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and incumbent Senator John Cornyn headed for a runoff that will conclude on May 26. CNN's Arlette Saenz has details.

A potentially brutal 12-week Texas Senate runoff looms
Economy|Health|Political|Travel|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

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
Political|US|World

US submarine sank an Iranian warship in international waters marking a first since WWII

US submarine sank an Iranian warship in international waters marking a first since WWII

US submarine sank an Iranian warship in international waters marking a first since WWII
Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Political|Sports|World

Winter Paralympics 50th anniversary: Chinese dominance expected amid boycotts over Russian flag

The Winter Paralympics come to Milan Cortina to celebrate their 50th anniversary, with China looking to extend its dominance as a Paralympic powerhouse and Ukraine and other nations boycotting the opening ceremony over the return of the Russian flag and anthem

Winter Paralympics 50th anniversary: Chinese dominance expected amid boycotts over Russian flag
Election|Political|US

Texan James Talarico becomes a fresh face of Democrats' midterm hopes after Senate primary win

Texas Democrats have picked James Talarico as their Senate nominee, and the state lawmaker now becomes a national voice against President Donald Trump

Texan James Talarico becomes a fresh face of Democrats' midterm hopes after Senate primary win
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Political

Sprawling investigation finds decades of sexual abuse among Catholic priests in Rhode Island

A new report says Rhode Island Catholic clergy abused hundreds of children for decades, while church leaders minimized the scandal

Sprawling investigation finds decades of sexual abuse among Catholic priests in Rhode Island
Crime|Election|Political

Rep. Tony Gonzales acknowledges affair with late staffer, but vows to stay in Texas runoff

Rep. Tony Gonzales acknowledges affair with late staffer, but vows to stay in Texas runoff

Rep. Tony Gonzales acknowledges affair with late staffer, but vows to stay in Texas runoff
Political

Texas Rep. Steve Toth defeats GOP Rep. Dan Crenshaw in primary upset

Texas Rep. Steve Toth defeats GOP Rep. Dan Crenshaw in primary upset

Texas Rep. Steve Toth defeats GOP Rep. Dan Crenshaw in primary upset
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Crime|Economy|Political

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
Crime|Election|Political|US

Aaron Spencer wins primary race for sheriff as he awaits his murder trial in Arkansas

Aaron Spencer wins primary race for sheriff as he awaits his murder trial in Arkansas

Aaron Spencer wins primary race for sheriff as he awaits his murder trial in Arkansas
Business|MidEast|Political|US|World

Hegseth says US 'can't stop everything' that Iran fires even as he asserts air dominance

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the U.S. is quickly gaining air superiority over Iran but the U.S. can't stop all air attacks

Hegseth says US 'can't stop everything' that Iran fires even as he asserts air dominance
Election|Political

Takeaways from the Texas and North Carolina primaries

Takeaways from the Texas and North Carolina primaries

Takeaways from the Texas and North Carolina primaries
Arts|Entertainment|Political|Sports

The victory lap for America's Olympic hockey champions quietly shed politics from the celebration

A joke from Hilary Knight on “Saturday Night Live” and a couple of fist-bumps with Jack and Quinn Hughes on “The Tonight Show” capped a whirlwind victory lap celebrating the twin Olympic golds won by the U.S. men’s and women’s hockey teams

The victory lap for America's Olympic hockey champions quietly shed politics from the celebration
Political|US|Videos|World

Analysis: What Kristi Noem and Marco Rubio said vs. what they claimed they said

Analysis: What Kristi Noem and Marco Rubio said vs. what they claimed they said

Analysis: What Kristi Noem and Marco Rubio said vs. what they claimed they said
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump says he'll make endorsement soon in the Texas Senate runoff between Paxton and Cornyn

President Donald Trump says he'll soon endorse a Republican candidate in the Texas Senate race

Trump says he'll make endorsement soon in the Texas Senate runoff between Paxton and Cornyn
Business|Crime|Election|Political|US

An Arkansas man accused of killing his daughter's alleged abuser wins GOP sheriff's nomination

An Arkansas man awaiting trial for murder has won the Republican nomination in a sheriff’s race in central Arkansas

An Arkansas man accused of killing his daughter's alleged abuser wins GOP sheriff's nomination
MidEast|Political|US|World

Senate Republicans vote down legislation to halt Iran war in Congress’ first vote on the conflict

Senate Republicans have voted down an effort to halt President Donald Trump’s war against Iran

Senate Republicans vote down legislation to halt Iran war in Congress’ first vote on the conflict
Political|World

Iran launches missiles at Israel and US bases as Israeli military begins new strikes in Lebanon

Iran is launching more missiles at Israel as attacks in the Middle East commence for a sixth day

Iran launches missiles at Israel and US bases as Israeli military begins new strikes in Lebanon
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Montana Republican US Sen. Steve Daines drops reelection bid in surprise move

Republican U.S. Sen. Steve Daines of Montana has dropped his bid for reelection to a third term

Montana Republican US Sen. Steve Daines drops reelection bid in surprise move
Crime|Economy|Health|MidEast|Political|World

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
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

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
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

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
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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
Election|Political|US

Early primaries show incumbents are on shaky ground in midterms

The first round of primary elections shows this year’s midterm elections will be taking place on shifting political ground for incumbents

Early primaries show incumbents are on shaky ground in midterms
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US|World

US House campaigns are underway. Yet a redistricting battle triggered by Trump rages in some states

A partisan battle to redraw U.S. House districts is raging in some states, even though campaigning is underway

US House campaigns are underway. Yet a redistricting battle triggered by Trump rages in some states
Election|Political|US

Democratic turnout in Texas primaries reaches record levels, in latest sign of party enthusiasm

Democratic turnout in Texas primaries reaches record levels, in latest sign of party enthusiasm

Democratic turnout in Texas primaries reaches record levels, in latest sign of party enthusiasm
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Sports|Stock Markets|US

Talarico wins Texas Senate Democratic nomination while Cornyn and Paxton head to Republican runoff

State Rep. James Talarico topped Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in Texas' closely watched Democratic Senate primary

Talarico wins Texas Senate Democratic nomination while Cornyn and Paxton head to Republican runoff
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says 'someone from within' Iranian regime might be best choice to lead once war ends

President Donald Trump says “someone from within” the Iranian regime might be the best choice to take power once the U.S.-Israel military campaign is completed

Trump says 'someone from within' Iranian regime might be best choice to lead once war ends
MidEast|Political|World

US soldiers were killed in Iranian drone strike on operations center at Kuwait civilian port

An operations center targeted by an Iranian drone strike that killed six American soldiers was located in a civilian port in Kuwait, more than 10 miles away from the main Army base

US soldiers were killed in Iranian drone strike on operations center at Kuwait civilian port
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US

Trump's pick for DHS secretary leaves US Senate vacancy in deep-red Oklahoma

President Trump's plan to nominate U.S. Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma as Homeland Security secretary will leave an unexpected Senate vacancy in deep-red Oklahoma

Trump's pick for DHS secretary leaves US Senate vacancy in deep-red Oklahoma
Crime|Political|US|World

Wisconsin man who killed his parents to fund Trump assassination attempt gets life in prison

A Wisconsin teenager who killed his parents and stole their money to fund his plan to kill President Donald Trump has been sentenced to life in prison

Wisconsin man who killed his parents to fund Trump assassination attempt gets life in prison
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|US

Democrats confront how to rebuild Jesse Jackson's Rainbow Coalition as bruising primary fights loom

Democrats are gearing up for a bruising presidential primary as they argue over how to rebuild a winning coalition

Democrats confront how to rebuild Jesse Jackson's Rainbow Coalition as bruising primary fights loom
Crime|Political|US|World

Man pleads guilty to bringing explosives to a DC church marking the start of a Supreme Court term

A New Jersey man has pleaded guilty to charges that he brought dozens of homemade explosive devices to a Washington, D.C., church that was preparing for an annual Mass celebrating the start of the Supreme Court’s term

Man pleads guilty to bringing explosives to a DC church marking the start of a Supreme Court term
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|World

FBI investigating 'suspicious' cyber activity on system holding sensitive surveillance information

The FBI is investigating “suspicious activities” on an internal system that the bureau says contains sensitive information related to surveillance operations and investigations

FBI investigating 'suspicious' cyber activity on system holding sensitive surveillance information
Crime|Political|US|World

The Latest: Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem amid criticism over immigration enforcement

President Donald Trump has fired his embattled Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem

The Latest: Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem amid criticism over immigration enforcement
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|Videos

Cornyn goes on offense against Paxton as Republicans await Trump's endorsement

Sen. John Cornyn is going on offense against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton as they fight for a Republican Senate runoff, and President Donald Trump’s endorsement hangs over it all

Cornyn goes on offense against Paxton as Republicans await Trump's endorsement
Crime|Political|World

House Republican leaders urge Gonzales to end reelection bid after he admitted to affair with aide

House Speaker Mike Johnson and the GOP leadership are calling for Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas to withdraw from his reelection race after he admitted having an affair with a former staff member who later died by suicide

House Republican leaders urge Gonzales to end reelection bid after he admitted to affair with aide
Political|Science|Technology|World

On Iran, Trump officials say the US mission is 'that simple.' It depends who's doing the talking

President Donald Trump's administration is trying to explain why it struck Iran and killed its supreme leader without clear support from Congress or allies

On Iran, Trump officials say the US mission is 'that simple.' It depends who's doing the talking
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More than 20 states sue over new global tariffs Trump imposed after his stinging Supreme Court loss

Some two dozen states are challenging President Donald Trump’s new global tariffs in court

More than 20 states sue over new global tariffs Trump imposed after his stinging Supreme Court loss
Business|Political|US|World

Panel reviewing Trump's White House ballroom project will vote April 2 on the project

A federal panel reviewing President Donald Trump's White House ballroom has set April 2 for a final vote on the project

Panel reviewing Trump's White House ballroom project will vote April 2 on the project
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Hegseth urges Latin American allies to go on offense against drug cartels

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is urging Latin American countries to take a more aggressive approach against drug cartels

Hegseth urges Latin American allies to go on offense against drug cartels
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Georgia city passes ordinance protecting natural hairstyles

Georgia city passes ordinance protecting natural hairstyles

Georgia city passes ordinance protecting natural hairstyles
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Azerbaijan accuses neighbor Iran of a drone attack and vows to retaliate

Azerbaijan has accused Iran of a drone attack on its territory, a development that signaled the war in the Middle East was spreading

Azerbaijan accuses neighbor Iran of a drone attack and vows to retaliate
Interview|Political|Travel|World

Operational secrecy kept the US from making evacuation plans – and that means Americans in the Mideast could wait days

A longtime diplomat explains how the State Department normally encourages and helps Americans to leave countries amid political instability and war – which didn’t happen over the last week.

Operational secrecy kept the US from making evacuation plans – and that means Americans in the Mideast could wait days
Political|World

'Christ is king' becomes a loaded phrase in US political debates, especially on the right

On its own, the phrase “Christ is king” sums up a core tenet of the Christian faith, that Jesus is the divine ruler of the universe

'Christ is king' becomes a loaded phrase in US political debates, especially on the right
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Obama throws his support behind Virginia Democrats' redistricting plan as it heads to voters

Former President Barack Obama is promoting a Democratic effort to redraw congressional lines in Virginia, the latest front in a nationwide redistricting battle ahead of this year’s midterm elections

Obama throws his support behind Virginia Democrats' redistricting plan as it heads to voters
Asia|Political|World

Iranian warship sunk by the US was sailing home after taking part in an exhibition hosted by India

Officials in New Delhi say that an Iranian warship that was sunk by a U.S. submarine near Sri Lanka had participated in naval exercises hosted by India before heading out into international waters in the Indian Ocean on its way home

Iranian warship sunk by the US was sailing home after taking part in an exhibition hosted by India
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Zelenskyy says Russia-Ukraine talks on ice as countries in Mideast seek Kyiv's drone expertise

Ukrainian President Volodymyr says U.S.-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine have stalled as the war in the Middle East pulls focus away

Zelenskyy says Russia-Ukraine talks on ice as countries in Mideast seek Kyiv's drone expertise
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

US and Mideast countries seek Kyiv's drone expertise as Russia-Ukraine talks put on ice

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the United States and its allies in the Middle East are seeking Ukraine’s expertise in countering Iran’s Shahed drones

US and Mideast countries seek Kyiv's drone expertise as Russia-Ukraine talks put on ice
Economy|Political|World

The Latest: New Iranian attacks target Israel and US bases as more Israeli strikes hit Lebanon

Iran is launching more missiles at Israel and U.S. bases as war in the Middle East enters a sixth day

The Latest: New Iranian attacks target Israel and US bases as more Israeli strikes hit Lebanon
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Iran's foreign minister says US 'will come to bitterly regret' precedent set after sub sank frigate

Iran is launching more missiles at Israel as attacks in the Middle East commence for a sixth day

Iran's foreign minister says US 'will come to bitterly regret' precedent set after sub sank frigate
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Iran launches new wave of attacks on Israeli and US bases while Israel begins new strikes in Lebanon

Iran is launching more missiles at Israel as attacks in the Middle East commence for a sixth day

Iran launches new wave of attacks on Israeli and US bases while Israel begins new strikes in Lebanon
Political|World

Canada and Australia leaders urge war de-escalation, but agree Iran can't get nuclear weapons

Canadian and Australian prime ministers have called for a de-escalation of the Iran war but added the Iranians must never gain a nuclear weapon

Canada and Australia leaders urge war de-escalation, but agree Iran can't get nuclear weapons
Election|Political|US

Montana GOP Sen. Steve Daines won’t seek reelection in shock announcement at filing deadline

Montana GOP Sen. Steve Daines won’t seek reelection in shock announcement at filing deadline

Montana GOP Sen. Steve Daines won’t seek reelection in shock announcement at filing deadline
Crime|Political|US|World

Man on trial in assassination plot says possible targets included Trump, Biden, Haley

A Pakistani man charged with plotting a political assassination in the U.S. is testifying in his defense at his attempted terrorism trial

Man on trial in assassination plot says possible targets included Trump, Biden, Haley
Americas|Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Honduras weighs shift in China-Taiwan ties as Trump pushes for US dominance in Latin America

The new president of Honduras, who was elected with the backing of President Donald Trump, has ordered a review of economic agreements with China

Honduras weighs shift in China-Taiwan ties as Trump pushes for US dominance in Latin America
Asia|Election|Political|World

Polls open in Nepal’s first election after last year's youth-led protests toppled the government

Polls are open across Nepal in the first nationwide election since last year’s violent, youth-led uprising forced the government from power

Polls open in Nepal’s first election after last year's youth-led protests toppled the government
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Whether primary ballots set aside in two Texas counties will be counted remains uncertain

Voters who cast ballots during extended polling place hours in Dallas and Williamson counties are waiting to see if their votes will count

Whether primary ballots set aside in two Texas counties will be counted remains uncertain
Business|Crime|Economy|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

US Homeland Security investigates whether Bovino made disparaging comments about Jewish faith

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has opened an internal investigation into whether the one-time architect of President Donald Trump’s large-scale immigration crackdown made disparaging comments about the Jewish faith while criticizing the U.S. attorney for Minnesota

US Homeland Security investigates whether Bovino made disparaging comments about Jewish faith
Crime|Political|World

Protester, three Capitol Police officers treated for injuries after scuffle in Senate hearing room

A man protesting the war in Iran has been arrested after a struggle in a U.S. Senate building

Protester, three Capitol Police officers treated for injuries after scuffle in Senate hearing room
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Technology

Trump, tech companies sign voluntary pledge to protect consumers from rising electricity costs

Trump, tech companies sign voluntary pledge to protect consumers from rising electricity costs

Trump, tech companies sign voluntary pledge to protect consumers from rising electricity costs
Crime|Political|US|World

Noem defends Homeland Security Department in post-shooting appearances before Congress

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem wrapped up two days of scrutiny in Congress, appearing for the first time in front of lawmakers since the shooting deaths of two protesters in Minneapolis at the hands of immigration enforcement officers

Noem defends Homeland Security Department in post-shooting appearances before Congress
Crime|Political|World

Florida revives a long-dormant probe into Raul Castro over 1996 shootdown of exile group's plane

Florida’s attorney general says Florida has reopened a criminal investigation into former Cuban leader Raul Castro’s role in the 1996 shootdown of exile planes

Florida revives a long-dormant probe into Raul Castro over 1996 shootdown of exile group's plane
Election|Political|US|World

The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers

The first primaries of the year weren’t short on drama

The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political|Technology

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says in deposition that he resisted censoring platforms

Jurors in a bellwether trial about the impacts of social media on teenagers and children on Wednesday watched a deposition of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg that explores what the architects of Facebook and Instagram knew from internal research about negative experiences by young users and how the company responded since its early years

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says in deposition that he resisted censoring platforms
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Aaron Judge and a loaded US roster hope to dethrone Ohtani's Japan at the World Baseball Classic

Aaron Judge will captain a loaded U.S. roster at the World Baseball Classic

Aaron Judge and a loaded US roster hope to dethrone Ohtani's Japan at the World Baseball Classic
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump says deal on data centers will lower electricity costs, but offers few details

President Donald Trump is pressing big tech to build its own power as AI data centers spark anger over electric bills

Trump says deal on data centers will lower electricity costs, but offers few details
Crime|Political|US

House committee votes to subpoena Attorney General Bondi to answer questions over the Epstein files

The House Oversight Committee has voted to subpoena Attorney General Pam Bondi to answer questions over the Justice Department’s handling of files related to the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking investigation

House committee votes to subpoena Attorney General Bondi to answer questions over the Epstein files
MidEast|Political|World

Kurdish dissident groups say they are preparing to join the fight against Iran with US support

Kurdish Iranian dissident groups based in northern Iraq are preparing for a potential cross-border military operation in Iran, and the U.S. has asked Iraqi Kurds to support them, Kurdish officials have told The Associated Press

Kurdish dissident groups say they are preparing to join the fight against Iran with US support
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

White House formally nominates Warsh to be Federal Reserve chair

The Trump administration has formally nominated Kevin Warsh, a former top Federal Reserve official, to be next Fed chair when Jerome Powell’s term ends in two months

White House formally nominates Warsh to be Federal Reserve chair
Crime|Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump administration widens its anti-fraud efforts with a Medicaid probe in New York

President Donald Trump's administration is expanding its crackdown on state Medicaid programs to New York, launching a fraud probe in the state

Trump administration widens its anti-fraud efforts with a Medicaid probe in New York
Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

Navigating conversations with children about war, conflict and other traumatic events

Experts say adults can help children cope with the latest conflict in the Middle East by making space for conversation, validating their feelings and limiting exposure to frightening or inaccurate information

Navigating conversations with children about war, conflict and other traumatic events
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin hosts Hungary's foreign minister for energy supply talks as war in Mideast causes disruptions

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday hosted Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó for talks in Moscow

Putin hosts Hungary's foreign minister for energy supply talks as war in Mideast causes disruptions
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Sports

Gov. Pritzker tries to downplay concerns about locking in Bears stadium in Illinois over Indiana

Gov. Pritzker tries to downplay concerns about locking in Bears stadium in Illinois over Indiana

Gov. Pritzker tries to downplay concerns about locking in Bears stadium in Illinois over Indiana
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Gov. Tim Walz tells a House panel the Trump immigration crackdown hampered Minnesota's fraud fight

Minnesota’s governor and attorney general are defending their efforts to combat fraud

Gov. Tim Walz tells a House panel the Trump immigration crackdown hampered Minnesota's fraud fight
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Iranian intelligence sends word to US on potential talks to end war, but US officials say no active negotiations

Iranian intelligence sends word to US on potential talks to end war, but US officials say no active negotiations

Iranian intelligence sends word to US on potential talks to end war, but US officials say no active negotiations
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Newsom ramps up his criticism of Israel, accuses Netanyahu of leading Trump into war with Iran

Newsom ramps up his criticism of Israel, accuses Netanyahu of leading Trump into war with Iran

Newsom ramps up his criticism of Israel, accuses Netanyahu of leading Trump into war with Iran
Election|Political|US

Reps. Al Green and Christian Menefee to advance to runoff for Texas 18th, CNN projects

Reps. Al Green and Christian Menefee to advance to runoff for Texas 18th, CNN projects

Reps. Al Green and Christian Menefee to advance to runoff for Texas 18th, CNN projects
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Lewiston shooting survivors say they haven't received financial support they were promised

Lewiston shooting survivors say they haven't received financial support they were promised

Lewiston shooting survivors say they haven't received financial support they were promised
Political|Travel|World

Parties and missile threats: On board a cruise ship stuck in the Middle East crisis zone

Parties and missile threats: On board a cruise ship stuck in the Middle East crisis zone

Parties and missile threats: On board a cruise ship stuck in the Middle East crisis zone
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Political

Suffs musical opens on the exact block that played a role in women's suffrage history

Suffs musical opens on the exact block that played a role in women's suffrage history

Suffs musical opens on the exact block that played a role in women's suffrage history
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Former employee says he was forced to resign after pointing out a contract that violated city policy

Former employee says he was forced to resign after pointing out a contract that violated city policy

Former employee says he was forced to resign after pointing out a contract that violated city policy
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

‘No Winston Churchill’: Trump opens new rift with Europe as leaders try to avoid being sucked into Iran war

‘No Winston Churchill’: Trump opens new rift with Europe as leaders try to avoid being sucked into Iran war

‘No Winston Churchill’: Trump opens new rift with Europe as leaders try to avoid being sucked into Iran war
Political|World

Cracks appear in Trump's MAGA base as leading figures criticize the Iran war

Some of the sharpest criticism President Donald Trump has faced in the early days of the Iran war has come from once-loyal media figures more accustomed to singing his praises

Cracks appear in Trump's MAGA base as leading figures criticize the Iran war
Americas|Arts|Crime|Political|Sports|World

With 100 days to go, World Cup faces new challenges with Iran war and Mexico violence

With 100 days to go until the World Cup, the Iran war has added a new layer of complexity to the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada

With 100 days to go, World Cup faces new challenges with Iran war and Mexico violence
Political|Science|Technology|World

US air defenses may not be able to intercept many of Iran’s one-way drones

US air defenses may not be able to intercept many of Iran’s one-way drones

US air defenses may not be able to intercept many of Iran’s one-way drones
Crime|Election|Political|US

US Rep. Tony Gonzales and activist Brandon Herrera will head to a runoff for Texas’ 23rd District

US Rep. Tony Gonzales and activist Brandon Herrera will head to a runoff for Texas’ 23rd District

US Rep. Tony Gonzales and activist Brandon Herrera will head to a runoff for Texas’ 23rd District
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John Cornyn and Ken Paxton will advance to a runoff in Texas’ US Senate Republican primary

John Cornyn and Ken Paxton will advance to a runoff in Texas’ US Senate Republican primary

John Cornyn and Ken Paxton will advance to a runoff in Texas’ US Senate Republican primary
Election|Political|US

James Talarico defeats Jasmine Crockett to win Democratic primary in Texas Senate race

James Talarico defeats Jasmine Crockett to win Democratic primary in Texas Senate race

James Talarico defeats Jasmine Crockett to win Democratic primary in Texas Senate race
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Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley will advance to a marquee North Carolina matchup for US Senate

Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley will advance to a marquee North Carolina matchup for US Senate

Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley will advance to a marquee North Carolina matchup for US Senate
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‘I’m not grouchy, I’m just optimizing’: Thom Tillis doesn’t want to hear he’s not doing enough to challenge Donald Trump

‘I’m not grouchy, I’m just optimizing’: Thom Tillis doesn’t want to hear he’s not doing enough to challenge Donald Trump

‘I’m not grouchy, I’m just optimizing’: Thom Tillis doesn’t want to hear he’s not doing enough to challenge Donald Trump
Arts|Election|Entertainment|Political|US

Latin Grammy winner Bobby Pulido will win Democratic primary for Texas’ 15th District

Latin Grammy winner Bobby Pulido will win Democratic primary for Texas’ 15th District

Latin Grammy winner Bobby Pulido will win Democratic primary for Texas’ 15th District
Political|US|World

Why Zohran Mamdani denounced the US-Israeli strikes on Iran

Why Zohran Mamdani denounced the US-Israeli strikes on Iran

Why Zohran Mamdani denounced the US-Israeli strikes on Iran
Election|Political|US

Takeaways from the first elections of the 2026 midterm campaigns

Primary elections set up major Senate fights in Texas and North Carolina, and they also expose fresh tension over voting rules

Takeaways from the first elections of the 2026 midterm campaigns
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Travel advisories, closed airports, empty skies: How Middle East air disruptions might affect your plans

Travel advisories, closed airports, empty skies: How Middle East air disruptions might affect your plans

Travel advisories, closed airports, empty skies: How Middle East air disruptions might affect your plans
Business|Crime|Election|Political|US

The Latest: Texas GOP Senate race heads to runoff. Democrats too early to call

Longtime Sen. John Cornyn and MAGA favorite Ken Paxton are heading to a May runoff in Texas’ Republican Senate primary, while Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico are in a close race for the Democratic nomination

The Latest: Texas GOP Senate race heads to runoff. Democrats too early to call
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Change in primary voting rules leads to confusion in 2 Texas counties as voters are turned away

A rule change for primary voting in two Texas counties led to mass voter confusion that eventually led to a state supreme court ruling, threats of more legal action and the potential that an untold number of voters could find themselves disenfranchised

Change in primary voting rules leads to confusion in 2 Texas counties as voters are turned away
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US military launches anti-drug trafficking operation in Ecuador

US military launches anti-drug trafficking operation in Ecuador

US military launches anti-drug trafficking operation in Ecuador
Election|Political|US

Texas Supreme Court stops Dallas County from counting late votes after confusion over new rules

Texas Supreme Court stops Dallas County from counting late votes after confusion over new rules

Texas Supreme Court stops Dallas County from counting late votes after confusion over new rules
Political

Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley clinch US Senate in North Carolina, setting up high-stakes fall fight

Former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper and ex-Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley have won their respective party nominations for a North Carolina U.S. Senate seat

Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley clinch US Senate in North Carolina, setting up high-stakes fall fight
MidEast|Political|US|World

The Latest: War engulfs the Middle East as markets drop and oil prices spike

U.S. President Donald Trump says “someone from within” Iran’s government might be best suited to take power once the U.S.-Israeli war on the country ends

The Latest: War engulfs the Middle East as markets drop and oil prices spike
Economy|Finance|Political|US

A property tax revolt spreads across states, but election-year cuts hit opposition

States across the country are pushing to cut property taxes as homeowners complain about rising bills

A property tax revolt spreads across states, but election-year cuts hit opposition
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Everything we know on day 4 of the US and Israel’s war with Iran

Everything we know on day 4 of the US and Israel’s war with Iran

Everything we know on day 4 of the US and Israel’s war with Iran
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Hacked traffic cameras and US intelligence: How a plot to kill Iran’s supreme leader came together

Hacked traffic cameras and US intelligence: How a plot to kill Iran’s supreme leader came together

Hacked traffic cameras and US intelligence: How a plot to kill Iran’s supreme leader came together
Crime|Political|US|World

Man who fatally shot a police officer with his service revolver is executed in Florida

A man convicted of fatally shooting a police officer with his own service weapon during a traffic stop has been executed in Florida

Man who fatally shot a police officer with his service revolver is executed in Florida
Crime|Political|US|World

Testy exchanges over immigration cases highlight growing confrontations between judges and DOJ

A federal judge has clashed with Minnesota’s top federal prosecutor during an unusual contempt hearing that highlighted growing confrontations between increasingly frustrated judges and Department of Justice officials

Testy exchanges over immigration cases highlight growing confrontations between judges and DOJ
MidEast|Political|World

CIA working to arm Kurdish forces to spark uprising in Iran, sources say

CIA working to arm Kurdish forces to spark uprising in Iran, sources say

CIA working to arm Kurdish forces to spark uprising in Iran, sources say
Political|World

Tensions flare as lawmakers question Iran war’s costs, risks and strategy

Questions are mounting at the U.S. Capitol over the Trump administration’s shifting rationale for going to war with Iran

Tensions flare as lawmakers question Iran war’s costs, risks and strategy
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Cyprus becomes embroiled in another Middle Eastern maelstrom with UK military bases on its soil

If the adage “geography is destiny” holds true, then Cyprus should be a prime candidate as its poster child

Cyprus becomes embroiled in another Middle Eastern maelstrom with UK military bases on its soil
Americas|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

A trial seeks to tie Iranian paramilitary to alleged assassination plot in US

A criminal trial in New York is airing claims that Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard was entangled in a foiled 2024 assassination plot that eyed then-candidate Donald Trump as a possible target

A trial seeks to tie Iranian paramilitary to alleged assassination plot in US
Political|World

Israel sends troops into southern Lebanon as Hezbollah says it is ready for 'open war'

Israel has sent troops into southern Lebanon and told residents of more than 80 villages to evacuate as the Iran-backed militant Hezbollah group said it was ready for an “open war” with Israel in the wake of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran

Israel sends troops into southern Lebanon as Hezbollah says it is ready for 'open war'
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump threatens to cut off trade with Spain after it disallowed US use of joint bases in Iran war

President Donald Trump is threatening to cut off trade with Spain

Trump threatens to cut off trade with Spain after it disallowed US use of joint bases in Iran war
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Noem defends her portrayal of killed Minneapolis protesters as agitators, in her Senate hearing

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has defended her agency in testimony and under questioning at a Senate hearing

Noem defends her portrayal of killed Minneapolis protesters as agitators, in her Senate hearing
Business|Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Political

Detroit man whose confession to 1999 murder was coerced by rogue cop released from prison

A Detroit-area judge has erased a 1999 murder conviction after prosecutors acknowledged that a confession was coerced by a rogue police officer

Detroit man whose confession to 1999 murder was coerced by rogue cop released from prison
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

New York’s congestion toll into Manhattan upheld by a federal judge over Trump’s objections

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to halt New York’s first-in-the-nation congestion fee on drivers entering Manhattan

New York’s congestion toll into Manhattan upheld by a federal judge over Trump’s objections
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Political|World

Street renamed in honor of Hezekiah Watkins, youngest Freedom Rider

Street renamed in honor of Hezekiah Watkins, youngest Freedom Rider

Street renamed in honor of Hezekiah Watkins, youngest Freedom Rider
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Education|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|World

CIA agents successfully executed a plan for regime change in Iran in 1953 – but Trump hasn’t revealed any signs of a plan

A covert US campaign in the mid-20th century helped steer Iran toward the intense anti-American sentiment that has distinguished its government policy for decades.

CIA agents successfully executed a plan for regime change in Iran in 1953 – but Trump hasn’t revealed any signs of a plan
Election|Political|US

Hillary Clinton erupts after Boebert leaks photo from her deposition

About an hour and twenty minutes into her deposition, Hillary Clinton became furious that a Republican congresswoman had released a photo from her deposition, which is against House rules. Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert of Colorado shared the photo with conservative influencer Benny Johnson.

Hillary Clinton erupts after Boebert leaks photo from her deposition
Crime|Political|US

Epstein deposition video shows Hillary Clinton in heated moments with lawmakers

The House Oversight Committee has released video footage of the closed-door depositions of Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton that occurred last week in Chappaqua, New York, as part of the panel’s investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The former president and secretary of State each faced roughly 4 1/2 hours of questioning from Democratic and Republican lawmakers. Until now, everything that is known about the depositions was shared by people who were in the room.

Epstein deposition video shows Hillary Clinton in heated moments with lawmakers
Business|Political|US|World

Trump admin asked a court to drop court fights against law firms tied to Democrats. Now it’s changing its mind

Trump admin asked a court to drop court fights against law firms tied to Democrats. Now it’s changing its mind

Trump admin asked a court to drop court fights against law firms tied to Democrats. Now it’s changing its mind
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science

Why a 6-year-old with diabetes is pushing for change in Virginia

Why a 6-year-old with diabetes is pushing for change in Virginia

Why a 6-year-old with diabetes is pushing for change in Virginia
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

From Karachi to Beirut, Khamenei’s death sends shockwaves across the Shiite world

The killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in joint U.S.-Israeli strikes has sparked anger across Shiite communities worldwide and is raising fears of wider unrest

From Karachi to Beirut, Khamenei’s death sends shockwaves across the Shiite world
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

War with Iran strains the US-UK relationship as Starmer and Trump disagree

The U.S.-Israel war on Iran has fueled a disagreement between U.S. President Donald Trump and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer

War with Iran strains the US-UK relationship as Starmer and Trump disagree
Election|Political|US|World

President Trump speaks to CNN after strikes in Iran

CNN's Jake Tapper reports that President Donald Trump said the US is "ahead of schedule" on the military operation in Iran in a phone call Monday morning.

President Trump speaks to CNN after strikes in Iran
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

Toddler found alive inside impounded car in Detroit lot; father in custody

Toddler found alive inside impounded car in Detroit lot; father in custody

Toddler found alive inside impounded car in Detroit lot; father in custody
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Iran war casts a pall over UK economic update as stocks tank and oil and gas prices surge

Britain’s Treasury chief Rachel Reeves has sought to present a rosy picture of the state of the U.K. economy, even as oil and gas prices soared in the wake of the fast-evolving Iran war that has cast a pall over the global economic outlook

Iran war casts a pall over UK economic update as stocks tank and oil and gas prices surge
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

Family and friends of slain police officer prepare for convicted killer's execution

Family and friends of slain police officer prepare for convicted killer's execution

Family and friends of slain police officer prepare for convicted killer's execution
MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Group safely returns to US from Israel amid Iran strikes

Group safely returns to US from Israel amid Iran strikes

Group safely returns to US from Israel amid Iran strikes
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia bans a prominent LGBTQ+ rights group as extremist in a new blow to the beleaguered community

A Russian court has banned a prominent LGBTQ+ rights group and has labeled it as extremist in the latest step in the country’s crackdown on the community

Russia bans a prominent LGBTQ+ rights group as extremist in a new blow to the beleaguered community
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Opinion|Political

Public defender shortage is leading to hundreds of criminal cases being dismissed

There are never enough lawyers to provide indigent defense, but the situation has gotten worse since the pandemic.

Public defender shortage is leading to hundreds of criminal cases being dismissed
Election|Political|US|World

When do polls close in crucial Texas primaries and when should we expect results?

When do polls close in crucial Texas primaries and when should we expect results?

When do polls close in crucial Texas primaries and when should we expect results?
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Europe defends military bases and struggles to evacuate citizens as it is drawn into the war on Iran

Europe is gradually being pulled into the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, even as it avoids direct combat

Europe defends military bases and struggles to evacuate citizens as it is drawn into the war on Iran
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Pakistan says its forces killed 67 Afghan troops in cross-border clashes. Kabul rejects the claim

Pakistan says that Afghan forces have attacked Pakistani military positions along the border, triggering intense clashes that left 67 Afghan troops and one Pakistani soldier dead

Pakistan says its forces killed 67 Afghan troops in cross-border clashes. Kabul rejects the claim
Election|Entertainment|Political|Sports|US

This congressman wanted to retire. His identical twin could make history by replacing him

This congressman wanted to retire. His identical twin could make history by replacing him

This congressman wanted to retire. His identical twin could make history by replacing him
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

China's economic ambitions hit limits to growth as its national congress meets

China’s progress in building a modern economy, evident in its kung-fu fighting robots and self-parking cars, is hitting limits as a downturn in its housing industry drags on and young people struggle to find jobs

China's economic ambitions hit limits to growth as its national congress meets
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

Minnesota sues to block Trump administration's holding back of Medicaid funds

Minnesota is suing President Donald Trump’s administration in an attempt to stop it from holding back $243 million in Medicaid spending

Minnesota sues to block Trump administration's holding back of Medicaid funds
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu takes a gamble on American support for Israel with the war against Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has steered his country along two pillars of foreign policy throughout his political career

Netanyahu takes a gamble on American support for Israel with the war against Iran
Crime|Political|US|World

Mamdani says he’s asked Trump to drop immigration cases against these pro-Palestinian activists

Mamdani says he’s asked Trump to drop immigration cases against these pro-Palestinian activists

Mamdani says he’s asked Trump to drop immigration cases against these pro-Palestinian activists
Crime|Election|Political

GOP Texas congressman to face primary runoff after allegations of an affair

Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas was forced into a primary runoff with his GOP opponent as he faces calls to resign over allegations of having an affair with an aide

GOP Texas congressman to face primary runoff after allegations of an affair
Economy|Political|US|World

Democrats’ newfound unity faces a test after US and Israeli strikes on Iran

Democrats stay mostly united against President Donald Trump, but the strikes on Iran are starting to reveal some splits in the party

Democrats’ newfound unity faces a test after US and Israeli strikes on Iran
Interview|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iranian Americans fear for relatives in their homeland as war continues

Many in the Iranian American diaspora spent the weekend glued to their TVs, watching news of U.S. and Israeli bombs falling on Iran, some hoping for a brighter future for their homeland but terrified relatives would suffer harm

Iranian Americans fear for relatives in their homeland as war continues
MidEast|Political|World

The Latest: Trump says Iran war could last weeks, US citizens in dozens of countries urged to leave

The war in the Middle East has spiraled further as Israel and the U.S. pounded Iran, while Tehran and its allies hit back

The Latest: Trump says Iran war could last weeks, US citizens in dozens of countries urged to leave
MidEast|Political|World

As Mideast conflict widens, US says attacks on Iran will last weeks and intensify

The war in the Middle East spiraled further as Israel and the U.S. pounded Iran

As Mideast conflict widens, US says attacks on Iran will last weeks and intensify
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Lawmakers finally questioned the Clintons about Epstein. They also asked about pizzagate and UFOs

A House committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein labored for six months to question former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton

Lawmakers finally questioned the Clintons about Epstein. They also asked about pizzagate and UFOs
MidEast|Political|World

Hegseth insists the Iran conflict is 'not endless' while warning more casualties are likely

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has spoken to widening concerns the U.S.-Israeli strikes in Iran could spiral into a protracted regional conflict by declaring: “This is not Iraq

Hegseth insists the Iran conflict is 'not endless' while warning more casualties are likely
Health|Political|Science|World

Experts talk how to navigate distressing news stories and finding coping mechanisms

As people awoke to news over the weekend of the U.S. and Israel's war on Iran, it resulted in many feeling anxious and stressed

Experts talk how to navigate distressing news stories and finding coping mechanisms
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Travel|World

Limited flights from UAE begin as governments seek to extract citizens from Middle East

Travelers stranded by a widening war have started leaving the United Arab Emirates aboard a small number of evacuation flights

Limited flights from UAE begin as governments seek to extract citizens from Middle East
Election|Interview|Political|US|World

What President Trump told Jake Tapper about the Iran war

Jake Tapper reports.

What President Trump told Jake Tapper about the Iran war
Election|Political|World

War in Iran jolts final day of campaigning in Texas primary

Candidates in Texas’ tightly competitive U.S. Senate primary were treading carefully in response to news of U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran

War in Iran jolts final day of campaigning in Texas primary
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Trump says he will attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner for the first time as president

Trump says he will attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner for the first time as president

Trump says he will attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner for the first time as president
Crime|Political|US|World

Minnesota launches investigation that could bring charges against federal immigration officers

A Minnesota county attorney may pursue charges against federal officers for alleged misconduct during an immigration crackdown in the Minneapolis area

Minnesota launches investigation that could bring charges against federal immigration officers
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Supreme Court preserves only GOP-held congressional district in New York City for 2026 elections

The Supreme Court has sided with Republicans in ruling that the boundaries of the only GOP-held congressional district in New York City do not not need to be redrawn for the 2026 elections, despite a court ruling that the district is unfair to Black and Hispanic residents

Supreme Court preserves only GOP-held congressional district in New York City for 2026 elections
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In a first as president, Trump says he'll attend the White House correspondents' dinner

President Donald Trump says he plans to attend the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on April 25, the first time he's done so as president

In a first as president, Trump says he'll attend the White House correspondents' dinner
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump pushes back on mounting criticism about his Iran war battle plan as conflict spreads

President Donald Trump is pushing back on criticism that he hasn’t done enough to explain why it was necessary to start a war with Iran now or to articulate his vision for an endgame to the escalating conflict

Trump pushes back on mounting criticism about his Iran war battle plan as conflict spreads
Political|Sports|World

Iran's World Cup place in US put in doubt by Middle East war. FIFA has Iraq next in line

Iran’s place at the men’s soccer World Cup in three months has been put in doubt amid an escalating Middle East conflict sparked by tournament co-host the United States

Iran's World Cup place in US put in doubt by Middle East war. FIFA has Iraq next in line
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Supreme Court blocks redrawing of Republican-held congressional district in New York over liberal dissent

Supreme Court blocks redrawing of Republican-held congressional district in New York over liberal dissent

Supreme Court blocks redrawing of Republican-held congressional district in New York over liberal dissent
Crime|Political|US|World

Minnesota county attorney investigating Gregory Bovino and other federal officials over immigration crackdown

Minnesota county attorney investigating Gregory Bovino and other federal officials over immigration crackdown

Minnesota county attorney investigating Gregory Bovino and other federal officials over immigration crackdown
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Lebanon’s leaders turn on Hezbollah as airstrikes hit Beirut and thousands seek shelter

Israeli strike hits Hezbollah-aligned media building in Beirut’s southern suburbs following an evacuation warning

Lebanon’s leaders turn on Hezbollah as airstrikes hit Beirut and thousands seek shelter
Crime|Political|US

Nancy Mace under investigation by House ethics panel for allegedly overcharging Congress for housing costs

Nancy Mace under investigation by House ethics panel for allegedly overcharging Congress for housing costs

Nancy Mace under investigation by House ethics panel for allegedly overcharging Congress for housing costs
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

From doubts about nuke talks to an Air Force One flight, what led up to Trump's order to strike Iran

President Donald Trump says he was not pleased with the way that negotiations with Iran were proceeding

From doubts about nuke talks to an Air Force One flight, what led up to Trump's order to strike Iran
Environment|Health|Political|US

Former Trump Cabinet secretary Ryan Zinke won't seek reelection to a Montana US House seat

A Republican lawmaker from Montana who served as interior secretary during President Donald Trump’s first administration says he will not seek reelection to a fifth term

Former Trump Cabinet secretary Ryan Zinke won't seek reelection to a Montana US House seat
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America’s founding documents fly out of nation’s capital for first time on the freedom plane

America’s founding documents fly out of nation’s capital for first time on the freedom plane

America’s founding documents fly out of nation’s capital for first time on the freedom plane
Business|Economy|Election|Political|World

Democratic moderates warn that leaning too far left in midterms sets up presidential loss in 2028

Moderate Democrats are pushing back on the party’s progressive energy

Democratic moderates warn that leaning too far left in midterms sets up presidential loss in 2028
Political|World

How the AP decided to call fighting in the Middle East the 'Iran war'

The Associated Press is referring to fighting between Iran and the United States and Israel as the “Iran war.”

How the AP decided to call fighting in the Middle East the 'Iran war'
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In closing arguments, prosecutors say school shooter’s father is responsible for the attack

In closing arguments, prosecutors say school shooter’s father is responsible for the attack

In closing arguments, prosecutors say school shooter’s father is responsible for the attack
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Supreme Court could loosen law barring marijuana users from owning guns

The Supreme Court seemed likely Monday to loosen a federal law that bars marijuana users from owning guns in a case that crossed typical political lines

Supreme Court could loosen law barring marijuana users from owning guns
Education|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Melania Trump presides at UN Security Council meeting on children in conflict as US attacks Iran

U.S. first lady Melania Trump is presiding over a U.N. Security Council meeting that will focus on children in conflict, one of her signature issues

Melania Trump presides at UN Security Council meeting on children in conflict as US attacks Iran
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Political|Science

Iowa water quality and cancer rates: Atlantic-area grandparents push lawmakers to act on pollution concerns

Iowa water quality and cancer rates: Atlantic-area grandparents push lawmakers to act on pollution concerns

Iowa water quality and cancer rates: Atlantic-area grandparents push lawmakers to act on pollution concerns
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Sirens replace celebrations as Israelis head to shelters on religious holiday

Sirens replace celebrations as Israelis head to shelters on religious holiday

Sirens replace celebrations as Israelis head to shelters on religious holiday
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Cuba's president pushes for 'urgent' changes to island's economic and business model

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel says his government should “immediately” focus on implementing urgent transformations to the island’s economic and social model as oil reserves in the Caribbean country dwindle

Cuba's president pushes for 'urgent' changes to island's economic and business model
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

Haiti opens registration for what would be the 1st election in a decade

Haiti’s government has opened a 10-day registration period for political parties to run in an upcoming general election

Haiti opens registration for what would be the 1st election in a decade
MidEast|Political|US|Videos|World

Bay Area Iranian community takes to streets of SF in celebration, hope for regime change

Bay Area Iranian community takes to streets of SF in celebration, hope for regime change

Bay Area Iranian community takes to streets of SF in celebration, hope for regime change
Education|Political|US|World

Northwest High students protest after no Black History Program scheduled; School responds

Northwest High students protest after no Black History Program scheduled; School responds

Northwest High students protest after no Black History Program scheduled; School responds
Arts|Crime|Political|Travel

National Guard deployment in New Orleans extended for six months

Around 120 Louisiana National Guard members will remain deployed in New Orleans through August

National Guard deployment in New Orleans extended for six months
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump administration drops suits against law firms with ties to Democrats and other Trump foes

Trump administration drops suits against law firms with ties to Democrats and other Trump foes

Trump administration drops suits against law firms with ties to Democrats and other Trump foes
Health|Political|Science

Trump’s neck rash is because of ‘preventative skin treatment,’ his doctor says

Trump’s neck rash is because of ‘preventative skin treatment,’ his doctor says

Trump’s neck rash is because of ‘preventative skin treatment,’ his doctor says
Arts|Election|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Sports|US|World

Trump awards the Medal of Honor to 3 US soldiers in a White House ceremony

President Donald Trump has recognized three U.S. Army soldiers with the Medal of Honor at the White House

Trump awards the Medal of Honor to 3 US soldiers in a White House ceremony
Business|Economy|Political|World

Federal court rejects Trump administration attempt to slow tariff refund process

A federal court on Monday rejected the Trump administration’s attempt to slow the process of refunding billions of dollars’ worth of tariffs the Supreme Court struck down as illegal last month

Federal court rejects Trump administration attempt to slow tariff refund process
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Political|US

A canceled Kennedy Center debut, a Carnegie Hall stage and De Niro reading 'Lincoln'

Robert De Niro will appear this week at Carnegie Hall

A canceled Kennedy Center debut, a Carnegie Hall stage and De Niro reading 'Lincoln'
Arts|Opinion|Political|World

‘Destruction is not the same as political success’: US bombing of Iran shows little evidence of endgame strategy

As US bombing operations in Afghanistan, Iraq and Libya have shown, destruction is not the same as political success.

‘Destruction is not the same as political success’: US bombing of Iran shows little evidence of endgame strategy
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

What to expect in North Carolina's state primaries

North Carolina voters will narrow down the field of candidates Tuesday in a competitive U.S. Senate race that could decide control of the closely divided chamber in November

What to expect in North Carolina's state primaries
Europe|Political|Science|World

Macron says France will allow temporary deployment of nuclear-armed jets to European allies

French President Emmanuel Macron says France will allow the temporary deployment of its nuclear-armed aircraft to allied countries as part of its new nuclear strategy

Macron says France will allow temporary deployment of nuclear-armed jets to European allies