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Election|Political|US

How the special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene is testing the power of Trump’s endorsement

How the special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene is testing the power of Trump’s endorsement

How the special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene is testing the power of Trump’s endorsement
Crime|Political|US

New Mexico authorities search Zorro Ranch formerly owned by Epstein

New Mexico authorities search Zorro Ranch formerly owned by Epstein

New Mexico authorities search Zorro Ranch formerly owned by Epstein
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
Crime|Political|Technology|World

US intelligence community ramps up warnings of possible retaliatory attacks by Iran

US intelligence community ramps up warnings of possible retaliatory attacks by Iran

US intelligence community ramps up warnings of possible retaliatory attacks by Iran
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
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

White House says it fired NTSB member over misconduct but Todd Inman denies the allegations

The White House says it fired an NTSB board member for serious misconduct, and he says the claims are false

White House says it fired NTSB member over misconduct but Todd Inman denies the allegations
Business|Economy|Political|World

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’
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department leans on prosecutors in Brennan probe as other Trump-foe investigations fizzle

Justice Department leans on prosecutors in Brennan probe as other Trump-foe investigations fizzle

Justice Department leans on prosecutors in Brennan probe as other Trump-foe investigations fizzle
Education|Opinion|Political|Science|World

I’ve studied MAGA rhetoric for a decade, and this is what I see in Hegseth’s boasts, action-movie one-liners and gloating over dominance

Why does Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth brag and gloat in his statements about the Iran war? In the MAGA media world, war is a game, a test of masculine fortitude.

I’ve studied MAGA rhetoric for a decade, and this is what I see in Hegseth’s boasts, action-movie one-liners and gloating over dominance
Crime|Political|US|World

Ed Martin, outspoken Justice Department lawyer, is formally accused of ethical violations

Ed Martin, outspoken Justice Department lawyer, is formally accused of ethical violations

Ed Martin, outspoken Justice Department lawyer, is formally accused of ethical violations
Opinion|Political|World

47 years of deep mistrust and misperception paved the way to war between Iran and the US − and complicate any negotiations

The war that began Feb. 28 hews to a familiar, dangerous pattern, writes an Iran expert, from deep, historical mistrust and incompatible strategic interests to miscommunication and misperception.

47 years of deep mistrust and misperception paved the way to war between Iran and the US − and complicate any negotiations
Opinion|Political|World

Iran war: 4 big questions that help clarify the future of the Middle East

The Iran war is affecting the whole Middle East. An expert on the region looks at four key issues that shed light on the war’s likely end and political consequences.

Iran war: 4 big questions that help clarify the future of the Middle East
Political

This Sunshine Week, Florida reflects an alarming national trend of blocking the public’s access to information

A lack of transparency at both the federal and state level is making it increasingly difficult for journalists and citizens to hold government to account.

This Sunshine Week, Florida reflects an alarming national trend of blocking the public’s access to information
Asia|Political|Sports|World

Australia grants asylum to 5 members of the Iranian women's soccer team

Australia has granted asylum to five members of the Iranian women’s soccer team who were in the country for a tournament when the Iran war began

Australia grants asylum to 5 members of the Iranian women's soccer team
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
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
Election|Political|US|World

What to expect in Mississippi's state primaries

Mississippi voters will choose nominees for Congress in a state primary Tuesday

What to expect in Mississippi's state primaries
Interview|Political|World

'No room for diplomacy,' senior Iranian official tells CNN

In this exclusive interview in Tehran, Kamal Kharazi, Foreign Policy Advisor to the office of the Supreme Leader, tells CNN’s Fred Pleitgen Iran can continue with the war for a long time and he doesn’t see room for diplomacy anymore. CNN is operating in Iran with the permission of the Iranian government, as required under local regulations. CNN maintains full editorial control over what it reports. The Iranian government does not review, approve, or preview CNN’s reporting prior to publication or broadcast.

'No room for diplomacy,' senior Iranian official tells CNN
Americas|Arts|Crime|Education|Political

Mariachi-playing brothers and their parents are released from ICE custody

Mariachi-playing brothers and their parents are released from ICE custody

Mariachi-playing brothers and their parents are released from ICE custody
Political|Sports|World

Five Iranian women’s soccer players granted humanitarian visas by Australian government

Five Iranian women’s soccer players granted humanitarian visas by Australian government

Five Iranian women’s soccer players granted humanitarian visas by Australian government
Election|Political|World

A new Nepali party led by an ex-rapper is set for a landslide win in parliamentary election

Nepal’s new Rastriya Swatantra party is heading for a landslide win in the country’s first parliamentary election since youth protests toppled the old leadership last year

A new Nepali party led by an ex-rapper is set for a landslide win in parliamentary election
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
Interview|Opinion|Political|US|World

Kavanaugh and Jackson appearance gets testy when emergency docket comes up

Kavanaugh and Jackson appearance gets testy when emergency docket comes up

Kavanaugh and Jackson appearance gets testy when emergency docket comes up
Crime|Political|World

Trump administration designates Afghanistan as state sponsor of wrongful detention

Trump administration designates Afghanistan as state sponsor of wrongful detention

Trump administration designates Afghanistan as state sponsor of wrongful detention
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
Crime|Political|US|World

Seventh US service member killed in Iran war brought home in dignified transfer

Seventh US service member killed in Iran war brought home in dignified transfer

Seventh US service member killed in Iran war brought home in dignified transfer
Crime|Political|World

2 men are charged with using a weapon of mass destruction after IEDs are tossed near NYC mayor’s home

2 men are charged with using a weapon of mass destruction after IEDs are tossed near NYC mayor’s home

2 men are charged with using a weapon of mass destruction after IEDs are tossed near NYC mayor’s home
Opinion|Political|Science|World

Iraq war’s aftermath was a disaster for the US – the Iran war is headed in the same direction

More than 20 years after the US military success in Iraq, the outcome of the US effort at regime change wasn’t as expected, and authoritarians with close ties to Iran now rule the country.

Iraq war’s aftermath was a disaster for the US – the Iran war is headed in the same direction
Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

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
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

US designates Afghanistan as a sponsor of wrongful detention, accuses it of 'hostage diplomacy'

The State Department has designated Afghanistan as a sponsor of wrongful detention as the U_S_ ambassador to the United Nations separately called out the country for engaging in what he said was “hostage diplomacy.”

US designates Afghanistan as a sponsor of wrongful detention, accuses it of 'hostage diplomacy'
MidEast|Political|World

Iran names Khamenei’s son as new supreme leader

Senior clerics selected Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father after another day of strikes across the Middle East. A senior Iranian official warns the war is entering a "new phase." CNN operates in Iran only with government permission.

Iran names Khamenei’s son as new supreme leader
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

GOP lawmaker says he's leaving the Republican Party and will serve as an independent

Rep. Kevin Kiley of California says he’s dropping his Republican Party affiliation to serve as an independent

GOP lawmaker says he's leaving the Republican Party and will serve as an independent
Crime|Election|Political|US

The Trump administration widens its probe of the 2020 election as it obtains records from Arizona

The Republican leader of Arizona’s state Senate says he has complied with a federal grand jury subpoena for records related to the 2020 presidential election

The Trump administration widens its probe of the 2020 election as it obtains records from Arizona
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|US|World

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
Political|Science|Technology|World

Capturing Iran’s highly enriched uranium would require a large US ground force, sources say

Capturing Iran’s highly enriched uranium would require a large US ground force, sources say

Capturing Iran’s highly enriched uranium would require a large US ground force, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

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
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

Men who brought explosives to NYC protest cited Islamic State as inspiration, complaint says

A court complaint says two men who brought explosives to a protest outside New York City’s mayoral mansion said they were inspired by the Islamic State extremist group

Men who brought explosives to NYC protest cited Islamic State as inspiration, complaint says
Business|Political|Sports|World

World Cup chief operating officer says tournament is 'too big' to be postponed amid global turmoil

FIFA’s World Cup chief operating officer says the tournament is “too big” to be postponed because of global turmoil caused by the U.S. and Israeli war against Iran

World Cup chief operating officer says tournament is 'too big' to be postponed amid global turmoil
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
Health|Political|US|World

Wyoming governor signs ban on abortions after about 6 weeks but cites misgivings

Wyoming's governor on Monday signed a ban on abortion after cardiac activity can be detected in the embryo

Wyoming governor signs ban on abortions after about 6 weeks but cites misgivings
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World

Route revealed IndyCar drivers will race through DC to celebrate America’s 250th birthday

Route revealed IndyCar drivers will race through DC to celebrate America’s 250th birthday

Route revealed IndyCar drivers will race through DC to celebrate America’s 250th birthday
MidEast|Political|US|World

These lawmakers were shaped by combat after 9/11. Now they're grappling with a new Mideast war

As Congress responds to President Donald Trump’s attack on Iran, lawmakers who served on the front lines of Iraq and Afghanistan are making their voices heard

These lawmakers were shaped by combat after 9/11. Now they're grappling with a new Mideast war
Business|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Fox News apologizes for showing old video of a hatless Donald Trump at a dignified transfer ceremony

Fox News has apologized for airing old video of a hatless President Donald Trump at a dignified transfer ceremony as part of its coverage

Fox News apologizes for showing old video of a hatless Donald Trump at a dignified transfer ceremony
Crime|Political|US|World

Alexander Butterfield, the Nixon aide who disclosed Watergate tapes, dies at 99

The White House aide who revealed that Richard Nixon had secretly recorded his conversations as president has died

Alexander Butterfield, the Nixon aide who disclosed Watergate tapes, dies at 99
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
Political

California congressman is leaving the Republican Party to become an independent amid tough reelection race

California congressman is leaving the Republican Party to become an independent amid tough reelection race

California congressman is leaving the Republican Party to become an independent amid tough reelection race
Political|World

Prewar US intel assessment found intervention in Iran wasn't likely to change leadership

An intelligence assessment completed shortly before the U.S. and Israel launched a war in Iran determined that military intervention is unlikely to result in regime change

Prewar US intel assessment found intervention in Iran wasn't likely to change leadership
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|US|World

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
Political|Travel|World

Europe rallies around Cyprus days after the Iran war's first drone attack on EU territory

French President Emmanuel Macron has visited Cyprus to show support, days after a drone strike hit a British base on the island

Europe rallies around Cyprus days after the Iran war's first drone attack on EU territory
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Armed or unarmed? US and Iran spar over status of Iranian warship sunk by a submarine

The United States and Iran have offered sharply different accounts of the sinking of an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean

Armed or unarmed? US and Iran spar over status of Iranian warship sunk by a submarine
Business|Economy|Political|World

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
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
MidEast|Political|US|World

President Trump says the only deal he would accept with Iran is "unconditional surrender"

President Trump said in a social media post that "There will be no deal with Iran except UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER!" "This is a huge undertaking, if in fact he's serious about it," says retired Rear Admiral John Kirby.

President Trump says the only deal he would accept with Iran is "unconditional surrender"
Crime|Political|World

Jury seated in South Florida trial of 4 charged in 2021 assassination of Haitian president

A jury has been seated in the trial of four men charged in the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse

Jury seated in South Florida trial of 4 charged in 2021 assassination of Haitian president
Africa|Asia|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Iraq coach Graham Arnold urges FIFA to postpone his team's World Cup playoff because of Iran war

Iraq coach Graham Arnold has urged soccer’s international governing body to postpone his team’s intercontinental World Cup qualifier later this month because of disruptions caused by the war in the Middle East

Iraq coach Graham Arnold urges FIFA to postpone his team's World Cup playoff because of Iran war
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Belarus journalist convicted of treason and sentenced to 9 years in prison

Activists say an independent journalist in Belarus has been convicted of treason and sentenced to nine years in prison

Belarus journalist convicted of treason and sentenced to 9 years in prison
Political|Sports|US|World

Seventh US service member killed in Iran war is identified as Army sergeant

Seventh US service member killed in Iran war is identified as Army sergeant

Seventh US service member killed in Iran war is identified as Army sergeant
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Jailed Istanbul mayor goes on trial in huge corruption case slammed by supporters as political

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu is facing a major corruption trial that critics say targets Turkey’s opposition and threatens democracy

Jailed Istanbul mayor goes on trial in huge corruption case slammed by supporters as political
Crime|Political|World

Lebanese parliament extends term by 2 years as Israel intensifies attacks on Lebanon

The Lebanese parliament has extended its term by two years due to the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, which has pushed the region into an escalating conflict, and Israel stepped up its attacks on Lebanon

Lebanese parliament extends term by 2 years as Israel intensifies attacks on Lebanon
Europe|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|Videos|World

US Tomahawk struck Iranian base next to school destroyed in deadly attack, video appears to confirm

US Tomahawk struck Iranian base next to school destroyed in deadly attack, video appears to confirm

US Tomahawk struck Iranian base next to school destroyed in deadly attack, video appears to confirm
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|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
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

A reporter in Nashville has been covering ICE arrests in her community. Then she was detained herself

A reporter in Nashville has been covering ICE arrests in her community. Then she was detained herself

A reporter in Nashville has been covering ICE arrests in her community. Then she was detained herself
Political|World

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

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

Everything we know on the ninth day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran
Asia|Crime|Political|US|World

The Latest: Trump says he’ll hit Iran harder as Iranian president apologizes to neighbors

U.S. President Donald Trump warned in a Truth Social post that more Iranian officials will be targets, saying, “Today Iran will be hit very hard

The Latest: Trump says he’ll hit Iran harder as Iranian president apologizes to neighbors
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science

This weekend’s US clock change is a problem, and there’s a deep divide on how to fix it

This is the weekend when clocks move ahead, causing angst, lost sleep and health issues for many

This weekend’s US clock change is a problem, and there’s a deep divide on how to fix it
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
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

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'
Crime|Political|US|World

Police investigating after device thrown at anti-Islam protest in New York City

Authorities say a counterprotester demonstrating against a “Stop the Islamic Takeover of New York City” event Saturday lit and threw a device at the protesting crowd after someone from that group used pepper spray on the counterprotest

Police investigating after device thrown at anti-Islam protest in New York City
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

After a president-filled celebration, Rev. Jesse Jackson's family gathers for intimate final goodbye

The family of the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. is honoring him with a private memorial at Rainbow PUSH headquarters in Chicago

After a president-filled celebration, Rev. Jesse Jackson's family gathers for intimate final goodbye
Political|World

Six US troops killed in Iran war brought home in dignified transfer

Six US troops killed in Iran war brought home in dignified transfer

Six US troops killed in Iran war brought home in dignified transfer
Crime|Political|US|World

Jan. 6 plaque honoring police officers is now displayed at the Capitol after a 3-year delay

Visitors to the Capitol in Washington now have a visible reminder of the siege there on Jan. 6, 2021, and the officers who fought and were injured that day

Jan. 6 plaque honoring police officers is now displayed at the Capitol after a 3-year delay
Crime|Political|World

Dozens killed, authorities say, as Israeli commandos raid Lebanon in hunt for missing airman

Dozens killed, authorities say, as Israeli commandos raid Lebanon in hunt for missing airman

Dozens killed, authorities say, as Israeli commandos raid Lebanon in hunt for missing airman
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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
Crime|Political|US

January 6 commemorative plaque appears in Capitol after years of delay

January 6 commemorative plaque appears in Capitol after years of delay

January 6 commemorative plaque appears in Capitol after years of delay
Business|Crime|Political|World

NYPD watching "heightened threat environment" week into war with Iran

NYPD watching "heightened threat environment" week into war with Iran

NYPD watching "heightened threat environment" week into war with Iran
Crime|Europe|Political|World

At least 10 killed in Ukraine's Kharkiv as Russian missile hits apartment building

At least 10 people, including two children, have been killed and 16 others wounded in a Russian missile strike on a five-story residential building in Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv, officials said

At least 10 killed in Ukraine's Kharkiv as Russian missile hits apartment building
Political|World

Iran sends first significant message of de-escalation, but with a major caveat

Iran sends first significant message of de-escalation, but with a major caveat

Iran sends first significant message of de-escalation, but with a major caveat
Crime|Political|World

Dozens killed in Lebanon as Israel searches for signs of navigator missing for 40 years

Israel carried out a commando raid in eastern Lebanon to search for clues about a navigator who went missing 40 years ago

Dozens killed in Lebanon as Israel searches for signs of navigator missing for 40 years
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
Political|World

Iran war deaths could resurface Trump’s complicated history with military sacrifice

President Donald Trump visited Dover Air Force Base in Delaware to view the dignified transfer for six soldiers killed during his war with Iran

Iran war deaths could resurface Trump’s complicated history with military sacrifice
Asia|Election|Political|World

Ex-rapper's political party leads early results in Nepal's first election since 2025 youth revolt

Preliminary and partial results show that a new political party led by an ex-rapper is leading Nepal’s parliamentary election, the country’s first since last year’s revolt

Ex-rapper's political party leads early results in Nepal's first election since 2025 youth revolt
Europe|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine’s counter-drone expertise has been hard won. War in the Middle East may reveal its silver lining

Ukraine’s counter-drone expertise has been hard won. War in the Middle East may reveal its silver lining

Ukraine’s counter-drone expertise has been hard won. War in the Middle East may reveal its silver lining
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope names veteran Vatican diplomat as ambassador to the US to manage relations with Trump

Pope Leo XIV named a veteran Vatican diplomat as his new ambassador to the United States

Pope names veteran Vatican diplomat as ambassador to the US to manage relations with Trump
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump’s demands for ending Iran war shift as US military works through its target list

Trump’s demands for ending Iran war shift as US military works through its target list

Trump’s demands for ending Iran war shift as US military works through its target list
Crime|Political|US|World

US immigration authorities arrest Spanish-language news reporter in Tennessee

Court documents say immigration authorities arrested a reporter for a Spanish-language news outlet in Tennessee without a warrant

US immigration authorities arrest Spanish-language news reporter in Tennessee
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
Crime|Political|US|Videos|World

Videos show US citizen's shooting death in Texas last year by federal immigration agent

Newly released videos showing the fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen by a federal immigration agent in Texas last year call into question assertions by the Department of Homeland Security that a driver intentionally rammed an agent with his car

Videos show US citizen's shooting death in Texas last year by federal immigration agent
Business|Election|Finance|Political|World

As citizen voting bill stalls in US Senate, some states forge ahead

Strict citizen voting requirements sought by President Donald Trump have stalled in the U.S. Senate

As citizen voting bill stalls in US Senate, some states forge ahead
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US detainees in Iran risk becoming collateral damage in war, families and supporters fear

Families and supporters of Americans detained in Iran worry that their loved ones risk becoming collateral damage amid continued Israeli and American bombardment, or victims of retaliation from Iran’s repressive regime

US detainees in Iran risk becoming collateral damage in war, families and supporters fear
Political|Science|Technology|World

State actors are behind much of the visual misinformation about the Iran war

A deluge of misrepresented or fabricated videos has spread widely online since the Iran war began last weekend, fueled in part by state-linked propaganda influence campaigns — particularly around who is winning the war and how bad casualties have been

State actors are behind much of the visual misinformation about the Iran war
Arts|Australia|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Formula 1 appears to delay decision on two Middle East races in April affected by Iran war

Formula One appears to have delayed a decision on whether to cancel its races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia in April which have been placed in doubt due to the Iran war

Formula 1 appears to delay decision on two Middle East races in April affected by Iran war
Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Political|World

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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'
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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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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
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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
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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?
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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
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Windshield barnacle ban ordinance introduced by Philadelphia councilmember

Windshield barnacle ban ordinance introduced by Philadelphia councilmember

Windshield barnacle ban ordinance introduced by Philadelphia councilmember
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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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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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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’
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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?
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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
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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