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Kaepernick, Springsteen receive new ACLU award for activism in arts, business, science and sports

Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick has received a new award from the American Civil Liberties Union recognizing contributions to American thought and culture

Kaepernick, Springsteen receive new ACLU award for activism in arts, business, science and sports
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

NYC stabbings suspect arrested on hate crime charges in both attacks

A suspect in two stabbings on New York City streets has been arrested on attempted murder and other charges

NYC stabbings suspect arrested on hate crime charges in both attacks
Arts|Education|Political

Trump orders signs be installed outside Smithsonian museum warning of ‘inaccurate information’

Trump orders signs be installed outside Smithsonian museum warning of ‘inaccurate information’

Trump orders signs be installed outside Smithsonian museum warning of ‘inaccurate information’
Political|World

US military says it fired on another merchant vessel trying to breach its blockade of Iranian ports

The U.S. military says it has fired on a merchant vessel attempting to breach its blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran targeted American strongholds around the Persian Gulf

US military says it fired on another merchant vessel trying to breach its blockade of Iranian ports
Election|Political|US

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorses Haley Stevens in Democratic US Senate primary

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate over progressive Abdul El-Sayed

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorses Haley Stevens in Democratic US Senate primary
Crime|Election|Political|US

Biden drops lawsuit seeking to block release of recordings of his interviews with a ghostwriter

Joe Biden has dropped a lawsuit in which he sought block the release of audio recordings and transcripts of his interviews with a memoir ghostwriter before the Delaware Democrat was elected president

Biden drops lawsuit seeking to block release of recordings of his interviews with a ghostwriter
Political|US|World

Trump says US and Iran are talking, but Tehran is not yet ready for deal

President Donald Trump said on Friday that the United States and Iran were in talks to negotiate an end to their conflict, but repeated that Tehran was not yet ready

Trump says US and Iran are talking, but Tehran is not yet ready for deal
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says he won't proceed with nuclear deal unless Saudis join Abraham Accords

President Donald Trump on Friday said he would not go forward with a civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia unless the Saudis agreed

Trump says he won't proceed with nuclear deal unless Saudis join Abraham Accords
Crime|Europe|Political|World

International Criminal Court members dismiss prosecutor Khan over sexual misconduct allegation

Member states of the International Criminal Court voted to dismiss prosecutor Karim Khan for serious misconduct, the ICC said on Friday.

International Criminal Court members dismiss prosecutor Khan over sexual misconduct allegation
Political|Technology|World

Zelenskiy says US, Ukraine moving forward on joint drone production

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in an interview broadcast on Friday that cooperation between Kyiv and Washington on drones would include a U.S. factory to produce the unmanned

Zelenskiy says US, Ukraine moving forward on joint drone production
Business|Economy|Political|World

Appeals court rejects Trump bid to halt $100,000 H-1B visa fee ruling

A federal appeals court on Friday rejected a bid by U.S.

Appeals court rejects Trump bid to halt $100,000 H-1B visa fee ruling
Arts|Education|Political

Trump orders new signs outside Smithsonian saying some exhibits are inaccurate

President Donald Trump has ordered his administration to install signs at the Smithsonian's U.S. history museum

Trump orders new signs outside Smithsonian saying some exhibits are inaccurate
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political|Sports

Trump suggests LeBron James may be ‘a racist,’ escalating their long-running feud

Trump suggests LeBron James may be ‘a racist,’ escalating their long-running feud

Trump suggests LeBron James may be ‘a racist,’ escalating their long-running feud
Business|Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Trump says US will investigate EU trade practices for ‘unethical’ fines on Google

President Donald Trump says the U.S. will open a formal investigation into the European Union’s trade practices

The Latest: Trump says US will investigate EU trade practices for ‘unethical’ fines on Google
Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC member states vote to dismiss chief prosecutor Khan

ICC member states vote to dismiss chief prosecutor Khan

ICC member states vote to dismiss chief prosecutor Khan
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Gabon opposition leader jailed for political reasons, his lawyers say

Gabon's main opposition leader, Alain Claude Bilie By Nze, has been in jail for more than three months after the government resurrected an 18-year-old private financial

Gabon opposition leader jailed for political reasons, his lawyers say
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Venezuela notifies UN of withdrawal from ICC, alleging 'bias'

Venezuela's foreign minister said on Friday the country has formally notified the United Nations of its "irrevocable" decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court,

Venezuela notifies UN of withdrawal from ICC, alleging 'bias'
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Trump says US to launch EU probe over 'illegal' Google fine

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Trump says US to launch EU probe over 'illegal' Google fine
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil eases spending curb despite revenue shortfall from dividend tax

The Brazilian government on Friday reduced by 5.7 billion reais ($1.12 billion) a spending curb needed to comply with its fiscal framework due to lower

Brazil eases spending curb despite revenue shortfall from dividend tax
Election|Political|US|World

Trump says Venezuela is not ready for elections, but has made progress

U.S.

Trump says Venezuela is not ready for elections, but has made progress
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UN assembly approves mandate extension for rights chief, despite US warning

The U.N. General Assembly on Friday voted overwhelmingly to extend the term of U.N.

UN assembly approves mandate extension for rights chief, despite US warning
Crime|Political|US|World

Attorney for family of man killed by Madison police says the officer should be criminally charged

An attorney for the family of a man who was shot and killed by Madison police says Corey Ruiz’s death was unjustified, and the officer should be criminally charged

Attorney for family of man killed by Madison police says the officer should be criminally charged
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainians back ousted defence minister as political crisis brews

Protesters in Kyiv on Friday announced an open-ended rally demanding that President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reappoint ousted defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov

Ukrainians back ousted defence minister as political crisis brews
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UN human rights chief wins second term despite opposition from US, Israel and Russia

U.N. human rights chief Volker Türk won a second term Friday despite opposition from the United States, Russia and Israel to keep him in one of the most controversial United Nations posts for four more years

UN human rights chief wins second term despite opposition from US, Israel and Russia
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Sons of man shot and killed by ICE in Houston demand accountability at congressional hearing

Two sons of a man shot by immigration officers in Houston have told members of Congress about the horror and confusion of learning their father had been killed

Sons of man shot and killed by ICE in Houston demand accountability at congressional hearing
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says he trusts Russia and China's leaders not to enable Iran

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Trump says he trusts Russia and China's leaders not to enable Iran
Business|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-IOC rejects human rights group complaint against Infantino over Trump support

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has rejected a complaint by human rights group FairSquare against FIFA President Gianni Infantino, saying the matter fell outside the

Soccer-IOC rejects human rights group complaint against Infantino over Trump support
Crime|Political|World

ICC members dismiss prosecutor Karim Khan, diplomatic sources say

Member states of the International Criminal Court on Friday voted to dismiss Karim Khan as prosecutor following allegations of sexual misconduct, two diplomatic sources 

ICC members dismiss prosecutor Karim Khan, diplomatic sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Canada marks Gordie Howe bridge opening without US after trade war deepens

Canada marked the opening of a bridge connecting Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan, on Friday in a quiet celebration without U.S. officials after a

Canada marks Gordie Howe bridge opening without US after trade war deepens
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Who is Karim Khan, the barrister at the centre of the ICC's internal crisis?

Karim Khan became one of the best-known international prosecutors in May 2024 when he announced he was seeking arrest warrants for Israeli

Who is Karim Khan, the barrister at the centre of the ICC's internal crisis?
Environment|Food|Political|World

Brazil's Lula signs into law foie gras ban, angering France

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva signed a law late on Thursday to ban the sale and production of the

Brazil's Lula signs into law foie gras ban, angering France
Political|US|World

South Carolina picked by DNC panel to hold Democrats’ first 2028 presidential primary

South Carolina picked by DNC panel to hold Democrats’ first 2028 presidential primary

South Carolina picked by DNC panel to hold Democrats’ first 2028 presidential primary
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel prepares major military operation in West Bank after four Palestinians and two Israelis killed

Israel prepares major military operation in West Bank after four Palestinians and two Israelis killed

Israel prepares major military operation in West Bank after four Palestinians and two Israelis killed
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Democrats select South Carolina to kick off presidential nominating contest in 2028, leave Iowa out

Democrats have selected South Carolina to hold the first presidential nominating contest in 2028

Democrats select South Carolina to kick off presidential nominating contest in 2028, leave Iowa out
Political|Sports|World

IOC won't pursue its member Infantino over FIFA red-card ruling at World Cup

The IOC has cited having no jurisdiction over its member Gianni Infantino to explain why the FIFA leader will not be investigated for a lack of political neutrality

IOC won't pursue its member Infantino over FIFA red-card ruling at World Cup
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China's top police chief and FBI director vow closer law enforcement cooperation

China's top police chief and the head of the U.S.

China's top police chief and FBI director vow closer law enforcement cooperation
Health|Political|US|World

US judge says Biden-era restrictions on prescribing abortion drug are unlawful

A federal judge in Virginia has ruled that it was illegal for former President Joe Biden's administration to require doctors and pharmacies to be specially

US judge says Biden-era restrictions on prescribing abortion drug are unlawful
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Former President Barack Obama surprises WNBA All-Stars at their practice at his Presidential Center

Former President Barack Obama has surprised the WNBA All-Stars at their practice at his new Presidential Center

Former President Barack Obama surprises WNBA All-Stars at their practice at his Presidential Center
Business|Political|Technology|World

Russian ballistic strike kills 10 after Ukraine's Zelenskyy hosts US company making Patriots

Ukrainian government and industry officials say a Russian attack on a site near Kyiv that was hosting a defense industry event killed at least 10 people and wounded nearly 100 others

Russian ballistic strike kills 10 after Ukraine's Zelenskyy hosts US company making Patriots
Business|Economy|Political|World

New US tariffs linked to claims of foreign forced labor dismay and anger trading partners

U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest set of tariffs has provoked heated objections from America’s trading partners

New US tariffs linked to claims of foreign forced labor dismay and anger trading partners
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Residents enter shattered south Lebanon town after Israeli withdrawal

Residents began entering the southern Lebanese town of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh on Friday, some inspecting damaged homes

Residents enter shattered south Lebanon town after Israeli withdrawal
Political|Travel|US|World

Netanyahu to meet with Trump in Washington on Tuesday, PM's office says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will travel to Washington on Monday and will meet with U.S.

Netanyahu to meet with Trump in Washington on Tuesday, PM's office says
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Political|Sports|Technology|US|World

White House says Trump, Zelenskiy to meet in Washington next week

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy are scheduled to meet in Washington on Tuesday, a White House official said on Friday.

White House says Trump, Zelenskiy to meet in Washington next week
Africa|Health|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau's imprisoned opposition leader allowed to travel for medical treatment

Guinea-Bissau's military government has allowed opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira to leave prison and travel to Portugal for medical treatment, his family told

Guinea-Bissau's imprisoned opposition leader allowed to travel for medical treatment
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Yen records biggest weekly drop in over two months, dollar climbs for the week

The dollar was set for its biggest weekly gain since mid-June, buoyed by the rise in oil prices, while the yen was poised for its largest weekly percentage

Yen records biggest weekly drop in over two months, dollar climbs for the week
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

‘It’s like firing your best worker for no apparent reason’: Why this New York family is dreading a looming deadline

‘It’s like firing your best worker for no apparent reason’: Why this New York family is dreading a looming deadline

‘It’s like firing your best worker for no apparent reason’: Why this New York family is dreading a looming deadline
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Wisconsin voters sue to allow for vote to count if absentee ballot is late

A new lawsuit argues that voters in swing state Wisconsin whose absentee ballots haven't arrived by Election Day should be allowed to cast provisional ballots at the polls to ensure their vote is counted

Wisconsin voters sue to allow for vote to count if absentee ballot is late
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Chinese and Philippines vessels clash in South China Sea

Chinese ships fired water cannons at Philippine vessels, including one carrying a CNN crew, near a dangerous flashpoint in the South China Sea on Friday – the third tense confrontation this week in the contested waters.

Chinese and Philippines vessels clash in South China Sea
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Beleagured Turkish opposition attempts to regroup with new party

Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel and 90 other breakaway lawmakers launched a new political party on Friday, seeking to regroup to challenge President Tayyip Erdogan

Beleagured Turkish opposition attempts to regroup with new party
Business|Europe|Political|World

Russia says it will wait for new Trump proposals on ending Ukraine war

Russia believes U.S.

Russia says it will wait for new Trump proposals on ending Ukraine war
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

WFP warns of deeper cuts in Gaza aid due to donor fatigue

The U.N.

WFP warns of deeper cuts in Gaza aid due to donor fatigue
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump imposes new global tariffs, drawing protests from trading partners

The United States on Friday imposed new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including the EU and China, alleging those countries

Trump imposes new global tariffs, drawing protests from trading partners
Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Is withholding federal counterterrorism funds from states – as FEMA has threatened – legal?

Legal scholars argue that when executive branch agencies impose conditions on federal funds, courts should give these cases special scrutiny.

Is withholding federal counterterrorism funds from states – as FEMA has threatened – legal?
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Joe Manchin reenters the political orbit with a new independent experiment

Joe Manchin reenters the political orbit with a new independent experiment

Joe Manchin reenters the political orbit with a new independent experiment
Business|Economy|Political|World

Reaction to US imposing new tariffs on 60 trading partners

The Trump administration on Friday imposed new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including the European Union and China, over allegations of lax

Reaction to US imposing new tariffs on 60 trading partners
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

European Commission gives guarded welcome to new Trump tariffs

The European Commission gave a guarded welcome to new tariffs imposed by the United States on Friday, saying that the outcome was in line with a trade deal the two sides

European Commission gives guarded welcome to new Trump tariffs
Business|Economy|Political|World

Bank of France head: Trump's tariffs add more uncertainty for world economy

Tariffs imposed on trading partners from the administration of U.S.

Bank of France head: Trump's tariffs add more uncertainty for world economy
Business|Economy|Political|World

Switzerland disputes US forced labour claims as new tariffs take effect

Switzerland takes note of the announced additional U.S. tariffs but rejects allegations underlying the forced labour investigation, the government said on Friday.

Switzerland disputes US forced labour claims as new tariffs take effect
Business|Economy|Political|World

EU's Kallas questions US rationale for tariffs on bloc, seeks clarification

European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas questioned Washington's rationale for imposing new tariffs on European goods, saying on Friday that

EU's Kallas questions US rationale for tariffs on bloc, seeks clarification
Environment|Political|World

Philippines accuses China of using water cannon on its vessels for a second day

The Philippine Coast Guard on Friday accused its Chinese counterpart of firing water cannon at government vessels near a disputed shoal for a second day, in the

Philippines accuses China of using water cannon on its vessels for a second day
Africa|Political|World

Nigeria's Tinubu approves army expansion to 12 divisions with 28,000 new recruits

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has approved an expansion of the army to 12 divisions from eight and the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel, the presidency

Nigeria's Tinubu approves army expansion to 12 divisions with 28,000 new recruits
Europe|Political|World

Top German court says Afghan resettlement pledges cannot be revoked en masse

Germany's top court ruled on Friday that the government could not simply cancel an entire swathe of resettlement places promised to

Top German court says Afghan resettlement pledges cannot be revoked en masse
Asia|Education|Political|World

India protest leaders say government seeks time until Saturday on demand for minister's resignation

Leaders of India's youth-led "cockroach" movement said the government has asked for time until Saturday afternoon to respond on their demand for the education minister's

India protest leaders say government seeks time until Saturday on demand for minister's resignation
Africa|Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN rights chief Volker Turk faces opposition to new term

United Nations Human Rights chief Volker Turk, an outspoken critic of Russia's war in Ukraine and Israel's conduct in

UN rights chief Volker Turk faces opposition to new term
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

'Lapdog media': Indian reporters caught in youth protest anger

When Indian television reporter Dev Kotak went to cover a massive youth protest against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government

'Lapdog media': Indian reporters caught in youth protest anger
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political

Faith leaders and community members sue Colorado town of Hudson in effort to block planned ICE detention center

Faith leaders and community members sue Colorado town of Hudson in effort to block planned ICE detention center

Faith leaders and community members sue Colorado town of Hudson in effort to block planned ICE detention center
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Shakopee votes to revoke hotel's license after wild parties, deadly overdoses

Shakopee votes to revoke hotel's license after wild parties, deadly overdoses

Shakopee votes to revoke hotel's license after wild parties, deadly overdoses
Economy|Environment|Political|Technology

Trump pledge on data center power supplies draws skepticism

President Donald Trump announced a non-binding pledge by U.S. power producers and data centers on Thursday to fund

Trump pledge on data center power supplies draws skepticism
Africa|Political|World

South African president gets court order halting inquiry into 'Farmgate' scandal

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was granted a court order on Friday that temporarily halts a

South African president gets court order halting inquiry into 'Farmgate' scandal
Africa|Crime|Environment|Health|Political|World

Women in Sudan's al-Obeid face drone attacks and rape when fetching water, UN says

Women and girls in Sudan's al-Obeid face a dire choice between the threat of drone attacks during the day and sexual violence at night when they go

Women in Sudan's al-Obeid face drone attacks and rape when fetching water, UN says
Asia|Political|World

Bangladesh's President Shahabuddin, 76, resigns citing health concerns

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin, a former ally of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has resigned citing serious health issues, his office said on

Bangladesh's President Shahabuddin, 76, resigns citing health concerns
Europe|Political|World

Italy's far-right general extends rise in opinion polls

Italy's new far-right movement is maintaining strong momentum, an opinion survey showed on Friday, siphoning support from parties in the ruling coalition and

Italy's far-right general extends rise in opinion polls
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Fed Chairman Warsh faces cruel summer as bond yields spike

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh wanted a central bank that talked less and let the data speak. Now, markets are speaking for him - loudly.

Fed Chairman Warsh faces cruel summer as bond yields spike
Economy|Europe|Health|Political

Germany's Merz picks first woman chief of staff in shake-up before state elections

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz named Health Minister Nina Warken as his new chief of staff on Friday, as part of a reshuffle intended

Germany's Merz picks first woman chief of staff in shake-up before state elections
Americas|Europe|Political|World

US lawmakers lobby to hold European security meeting in South Carolina, not Serbia

A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers is pushing to hold a meeting of up to 57 nations about European security in South Carolina rather than Serbia next

US lawmakers lobby to hold European security meeting in South Carolina, not Serbia
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Indian government seeks time on youth protesters' minister resignation demand

Leaders of India's youth-led "cockroach" movement said on Friday that the government has sought time

Indian government seeks time on youth protesters' minister resignation demand
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Why Venezuela can’t access $4 billion in gold that could help with earthquake recovery

Why Venezuela can’t access $4 billion in gold that could help with earthquake recovery

Why Venezuela can’t access $4 billion in gold that could help with earthquake recovery
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Technology|World

Nearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California's primary despite efforts to count every vote

Nearly 150,000 voters have had their mail-in ballots rejected for California’s June primary election, a sharp spike from previous primaries

Nearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California's primary despite efforts to count every vote
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Chinese ship shoots water cannon at Philippine vessel with CNN crew on board near flashpoint shoal

Chinese ship shoots water cannon at Philippine vessel with CNN crew on board near flashpoint shoal

Chinese ship shoots water cannon at Philippine vessel with CNN crew on board near flashpoint shoal
Asia|Environment|Political|World

China coast guard uses water cannons on 2 Philippine vessels as top diplomats meet in Manila

Chinese coast guard ships have fired water cannons at two Philippine fisheries vessels in the South China Sea

China coast guard uses water cannons on 2 Philippine vessels as top diplomats meet in Manila
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump imposes new tariffs targeting dozens of countries

Trump imposes new tariffs targeting dozens of countries

Trump imposes new tariffs targeting dozens of countries
Crime|Education|Political|Technology

No bodycam footage in fatal Madison police shooting, because the department doesn’t require cameras

As officials review widely circulated bystander videos of the fatal police shooting of a homeless man in Madison, Wisconsin, one key perspective won’t be emerging: footage from the officers’ body-worn cameras

No bodycam footage in fatal Madison police shooting, because the department doesn’t require cameras
Business|Crime|Education|Political|World

Two decades of mass protests in India

India's education minister quit on Saturday in a victory for the youth-led "cockroach" movement, which had been demanding his resignation in more than a month of protests

Two decades of mass protests in India
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Malaysia envoy summoned by US over Israel policy, Bernama says

Malaysia's ambassador to the United States was summoned by the U.S.

Malaysia envoy summoned by US over Israel policy, Bernama says
Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

US military says it completed 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran

The U.S. military said late on Thursday it completed its latest round of strikes on Iran that marked a 13th consecutive night of American attacks.

US military says it completed 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran
Arts|Asia|Crime|Interview|Political|World

From prison fears to fireworks, Chinese pastor recounts sudden release after Trump's intervention

Chinese pastor Ezra Jin Mingri recounts how his fears turned to uncertainty and then joy after he was unexpectedly released from detention in China

From prison fears to fireworks, Chinese pastor recounts sudden release after Trump's intervention
Crime|Election|Europe|Political|World

Laura Loomer meets Zelenskyy in Ukraine after her major reversal on the war

Laura Loomer, President Donald Trump's ally with a reputation for incendiary social media comments, has sat down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after a dramatic about-face regarding the war

Laura Loomer meets Zelenskyy in Ukraine after her major reversal on the war
Business|Economy|Political|World

US military launches new strikes on Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes

The U.S. military has announced it conducted a 13th night of strikes against Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes

US military launches new strikes on Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|MidEast|Political|US|World

Famine has ended in Gaza. But the gains are fragile and it could get worse

The world’s leading authority on food insecurity said on Thursday that the situation in Gaza had improved since famine swept parts of the Palestinian territory last year

Famine has ended in Gaza. But the gains are fragile and it could get worse
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump administration faces record turnover in second term

Trump administration faces record turnover in second term

Trump administration faces record turnover in second term
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Wisconsin protesters demand justice for man shot dead by police

Hundreds of protesters gathered for a vigil in Madison, Wisconsin, on Thursday, demanding police be held responsible one day after an officer shot dead a man in an

Wisconsin protesters demand justice for man shot dead by police
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

How Trump upended the Saudi nuclear deal less than 24 hours after its signing

How Trump upended the Saudi nuclear deal less than 24 hours after its signing

How Trump upended the Saudi nuclear deal less than 24 hours after its signing
Business|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science

FDA panel narrowly backs unapproved peptide drugs favored by RFK Jr. and wellness influencers

Federal health advisers are recommending broader access to controversial chemicals called peptides

FDA panel narrowly backs unapproved peptide drugs favored by RFK Jr. and wellness influencers
Crime|Election|Political|US

Federal judges allow new Tennessee congressional map that splits majority-Black district in Memphis

A federal judicial panel has allowed a new Tennessee congressional map that splits apart a majority-Black district in Memphis

Federal judges allow new Tennessee congressional map that splits majority-Black district in Memphis
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump imposes double-digit tariffs on dozens of countries as his 10% levies are set to expire Friday

President Donald Trump is going ahead with new double-digit tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners just as the clock runs out Friday on stopgap levies he imposed after a stinging defeat at the Supreme Court

Trump imposes double-digit tariffs on dozens of countries as his 10% levies are set to expire Friday
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

ECB considering several options to mitigate losses, sources say

The European Central Bank is considering several options to mitigate its financial losses, in a tense debate that is expected to

ECB considering several options to mitigate losses, sources say
Business|Crime|Political|World

Trinidad frees businessman and wife held over alleged plot against prime minister

Trinidad and Tobago businessman Dominic Hadeed and his wife Genevieve Hadeed were released from prison on Thursday after being held for nearly a month without

Trinidad frees businessman and wife held over alleged plot against prime minister
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump to impose 'forced labor' duties on Friday as temporary 10% US tariffs expire

The Trump administration on Friday will impose new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including the European Union, over allegations of lax

Trump to impose 'forced labor' duties on Friday as temporary 10% US tariffs expire
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil says US tariffs related to forced labor are 'arbitrary' and 'unjustified'

The Brazilian government on Thursday rejected the tariffs imposed by the United States on the South American nation and another 59 trading partners related to

Brazil says US tariffs related to forced labor are 'arbitrary' and 'unjustified'
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Mexico to see no change from new US tariffs, economy minister says

Mexico's Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Thursday that the country will "see no change in the effective tariff that Mexico pays," after the U.S. government

Mexico to see no change from new US tariffs, economy minister says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada to consider retaliating against latest Trump tariffs, Carney says

Canada will do whatever it takes to defend itself in a trade war with the United States, including possible retaliatory measures, Prime

Canada to consider retaliating against latest Trump tariffs, Carney says
Education|Political|World

US Education Department removes key rules against discrimination

The U.S.

US Education Department removes key rules against discrimination
Political|US|World

Liberal Justice Elena Kagan says the Supreme Court is not a rubber stamp for Trump

Justice Elena Kagan says the Supreme Court may be deeply conservative but it is not simply a rubber stamp for President Donald Trump

Liberal Justice Elena Kagan says the Supreme Court is not a rubber stamp for Trump
Political|Sports|World

Trump fetes Dodgers at the White House again, saying the team is 'one of the great brands'

President Donald Trump has celebrated the Los Angeles Dodgers at the White House, calling the team “one of the great brands anywhere in the world.”

Trump fetes Dodgers at the White House again, saying the team is 'one of the great brands'
Arts|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Next stop, Trump Station? Administration wants to rename New York’s Penn Station

The Trump administration is seeking to rename Manhattan’s Penn Station as part of a planned $8 billion redesign of the country’s busiest transit hub

Next stop, Trump Station? Administration wants to rename New York’s Penn Station
Crime|Education|Political|World

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs bill designating July 25 as Emmett Till Day

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs bill designating July 25 as Emmett Till Day

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signs bill designating July 25 as Emmett Till Day
Crime|Political|US|World

Government withdraws subpoenas of 3 reporters for The New York Times after admitting legal errors

The government has withdrawn subpoenas that would have compelled three New York Times reporters to testify about their sources for articles about President Donald Trump’s Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet

Government withdraws subpoenas of 3 reporters for The New York Times after admitting legal errors
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political|World

Germany's Merz could announce cabinet reshuffle on Friday, sources say

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz could announce a cabinet reshuffle on Friday, triggered by the abrupt exit ​of party heavyweight Jens Spahn in a row over a surrogacy baby,

Germany's Merz could announce cabinet reshuffle on Friday, sources say
Crime|Election|Political|US|Videos

FACT FOCUS: Posts falsely claim Obama urged noncitizens to vote in 2016

As President Donald Trump continues to push for stricter proof of citizenship laws ahead of the midterm elections, social media users are falsely alleging that an old clip shows former President Barack Obama telling people in the U.S. illegally to vote in the 2016 election

FACT FOCUS: Posts falsely claim Obama urged noncitizens to vote in 2016
Europe|Political|World

Ousted Ukrainian defence chief digs in against Zelenskiy

Ousted Ukrainian defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov said on Thursday he would accept no other government position besides his former job,

Ousted Ukrainian defence chief digs in against Zelenskiy
Political|US|World

US Senate blocks resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers

The U.S. Senate on Thursday blocked a Democratic-led resolution aiming to stop the Iran war until hostilities are authorized by Congress.

US Senate blocks resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers
Education|Political|Technology|World

How Abhijeet Dipke became the face of India's first Gen Z protest movement, and won

They were just six words posted on X in a moment of frustration:  "What if all cockroaches come together?"

How Abhijeet Dipke became the face of India's first Gen Z protest movement, and won
Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump vows to punish Iran for Houthi attacks in Red Sea; oil surges over $100

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Trump vows to punish Iran for Houthi attacks in Red Sea; oil surges over $100
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU countries to restore interim measure on allowing Big Tech to fight online child pornography

EU countries endorsed a proposal on Thursday to reintroduce a temporary measure allowing Google, Meta and other online platforms to detect and remove

EU countries to restore interim measure on allowing Big Tech to fight online child pornography
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Raytheon wants to help produce interceptors

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday the U.S. aerospace and defence company Raytheon had expressed an interest in joint production of Patriot interceptors, as

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Raytheon wants to help produce interceptors
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Spanish parliament rejects government's 2027 spending plan

Spain's lower house rejected the government's proposed 2027 spending framework on Thursday, dealing a fresh blow to its efforts to approve a state budget before the end of

Spanish parliament rejects government's 2027 spending plan
Crime|Political|World

Minnesota man gets life in prison for assassinating Democratic lawmaker

The Minnesota man who pleaded guilty to assassinating a top Democratic lawmaker and attempting to murder another was sentenced to life in federal prison on Thursday,

Minnesota man gets life in prison for assassinating Democratic lawmaker
Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Trump says Xi will visit US on September 24

U.S.

Trump says Xi will visit US on September 24
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Texas court says state's lawsuit claiming midwife violated abortion ban lacks evidence

A Texas state appeals court on Thursday ruled that the state attorney general had no evidence to support claims that a Houston midwife who was the first person

Texas court says state's lawsuit claiming midwife violated abortion ban lacks evidence
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's Zapatero says seized jewels worth $1.5 million were a 'courtesy gift'

Spanish former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero said on Thursday that €1.3 million ($1.5 million) of jewellery seized by police as part of an investigation was a

Spain's Zapatero says seized jewels worth $1.5 million were a 'courtesy gift'
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iran flew IRGC commanders, missile gear to Yemen's Houthis, sources say

Iran flew Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commanders, military advisers and missile- and drone-related equipment into Yemen this month,

Iran flew IRGC commanders, missile gear to Yemen's Houthis, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Technology

Trump expands a voluntary pledge to protect consumers from high utility bills from AI data centers

President Donald Trump is having governors and electricity companies join a pledge aimed at shielding U.S. consumers from higher utility bills because data centers

Trump expands a voluntary pledge to protect consumers from high utility bills from AI data centers
Health|Political|Science|World

Senate committee postpones vote on whether to advance CDC director nominee

The Senate health committee has delayed a vote planned for Thursday on whether to advance the nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz to lead the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Senate committee postpones vote on whether to advance CDC director nominee
Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Democrats urge IRS watchdog to find out why a top lawyer who clashed with White House left his job

Senate Democrats want a watchdog at the Internal Revenue Service to investigate the recent departure of a high-ranking IRS attorney who clashed with President Donald Trump's White House after the attorney raised concerns about influence over taxpayer audits

Democrats urge IRS watchdog to find out why a top lawyer who clashed with White House left his job
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Fate of ICC chief prosecutor heads to unprecedented vote as US sanctions keep him out of New York

Diplomats from around the world are gathering at United Nations headquarters in New York on Friday to decide whether to permanently remove the embattled chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court

Fate of ICC chief prosecutor heads to unprecedented vote as US sanctions keep him out of New York
Asia|Economy|Education|Political|World

India's Cockroach movement holds a capital sit-in as police crack down on protests

Young protesters in India are camping on the streets of New Delhi

India's Cockroach movement holds a capital sit-in as police crack down on protests
Political|US|World

US House votes to halt Iran war, in another symbolic rebuke of Trump

The Republican-led U.S.

US House votes to halt Iran war, in another symbolic rebuke of Trump
Election|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump adds new condition to Saudi nuclear deal, says kingdom must normalize relations with Israel

President Donald Trump appeared to add a condition to the newly signed agreement with Saudi Arabia for a civilian nuclear program, saying the deal would require the kingdom to normalize its relations with Israel through the Abraham Accords

Trump adds new condition to Saudi nuclear deal, says kingdom must normalize relations with Israel
Business|Economy|Political|World

US aims for interim trade deals with Canada, Mexico by year-end

U.S.

US aims for interim trade deals with Canada, Mexico by year-end
Business|Economy|Health|Political

More Amazon and gig workers are turning to SNAP and Medicaid to make ends meet, study finds

More Amazon and gig workers are turning to SNAP and Medicaid to make ends meet, study finds

More Amazon and gig workers are turning to SNAP and Medicaid to make ends meet, study finds
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

House again passes a resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran as the conflict escalates

The House has narrowly passed a resolution to halt U.S. military action in Iran, sending a warning to President Donald Trump for the second time as the war has escalated and the future of the conflict is increasingly uncertain

House again passes a resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran as the conflict escalates
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home

‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home

‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Senator backs Trump CDC pick Schwartz, boosting path to confirmation

President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the CDC moved closer to confirmation on Thursday after the Republican chairman of a key Senate committee

Senator backs Trump CDC pick Schwartz, boosting path to confirmation
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US says Saudi nuclear deal off without Israel recognition

U.S.

US says Saudi nuclear deal off without Israel recognition
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US Justice Department streamlines merger review process

The U.S.

US Justice Department streamlines merger review process
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House rebukes Trump in vote to restrict his Iran war powers

House rebukes Trump in vote to restrict his Iran war powers

House rebukes Trump in vote to restrict his Iran war powers
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Concerns of Palestinian economic crisis grow as Israeli banks prepare to cut ties

Two Israeli banks will halt working with their Palestinian counterparts in the coming months citing risks of associating with

Concerns of Palestinian economic crisis grow as Israeli banks prepare to cut ties
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

White House monitors OpenAI's 'rogue' AI incident, lawmakers propose 'kill switch'

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White House monitors OpenAI's 'rogue' AI incident, lawmakers propose 'kill switch'
Crime|Political|World

Bangladesh president to resign Friday as pressure grows over Hasina's planned return

By Krishna N.

Bangladesh president to resign Friday as pressure grows over Hasina's planned return
Arts|Business|Economy|Food|Interview|Political

Vermont manufacturers react to President Trump announcing new tariffs on Canadian goods

Vermont manufacturers react to President Trump announcing new tariffs on Canadian goods

Vermont manufacturers react to President Trump announcing new tariffs on Canadian goods
Political|World

Navy revises what information about sailors can be released, citing internal misinterpretation

The U.S. Navy is backing away from statements that it would begin to restrict press and public access to sailors’ service histories

Navy revises what information about sailors can be released, citing internal misinterpretation
Political|Science|Technology|World

Saudi-US nuclear deal sparks fear of arms race across the Middle East

Saudi-US nuclear deal sparks fear of arms race across the Middle East

Saudi-US nuclear deal sparks fear of arms race across the Middle East
Crime|Economy|Health|Political|World

Man seen in viral ICE arrest video speaks publicly for first time after release

Man seen in viral ICE arrest video speaks publicly for first time after release

Man seen in viral ICE arrest video speaks publicly for first time after release
Political|Sports|World

Trump role in World Cup red-card ruling for Balogun pushes Norway toward FIFA ethics complaint

U.S. President Donald Trump’s role in clearing Folarin Balogun from a mandatory one-game ban at the World Cup is set to provoke a formal complaint to FIFA ethics investigators

Trump role in World Cup red-card ruling for Balogun pushes Norway toward FIFA ethics complaint
Business|Economy|Political|World

Spanish minister enters race to lead UN labour agency, amid US funding concerns

Spain has nominated Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz to head the United Nations labour agency, potentially making her the first woman to

Spanish minister enters race to lead UN labour agency, amid US funding concerns
Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump places new condition on signed Saudi nuclear deal, says country must join Abraham Accords

Trump places new condition on signed Saudi nuclear deal, says country must join Abraham Accords

Trump places new condition on signed Saudi nuclear deal, says country must join Abraham Accords
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

US is ready to help end the 'senseless war' in Ukraine but no quick deal ahead, Rubio says

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the Trump administration is ready to help end the war in Ukraine but acknowledges there's no quick path to a deal

US is ready to help end the 'senseless war' in Ukraine but no quick deal ahead, Rubio says
Economy|Education|Health|Political|Science

Public opinion on abortion has shifted 4 years after Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade

More Americans now hold absolutist positions, supporting legal access to abortion in all or most cases and opposing government regulation altogether.

Public opinion on abortion has shifted 4 years after Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade
Africa|Crime|Political|World

International Criminal Court drops case against Darfur militia leader

Judges at the International Criminal Court terminated proceedings against the former leader of an armed group in Darfur on Thursday after

International Criminal Court drops case against Darfur militia leader
Education|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology

Mail ballot mirages aren’t fraud, but mail ballot fraud isn’t a complete myth

Shifting counts have a boring cause: who votes by mail, and when those votes get counted. That doesn’t mean all fraud claims are false, though.

Mail ballot mirages aren’t fraud, but mail ballot fraud isn’t a complete myth
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU targets Russian banks in new sanctions package over Ukraine war

The European Union approved its 21st sanctions package against Russia over its war in Ukraine, imposing curbs on the

EU targets Russian banks in new sanctions package over Ukraine war
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Protesters clash with Albanian police in demonstrations triggered by Kushner resort plan

Albanian police used water cannons and tear gas on Thursday to disperse protesters who threw eggs and bottles at officers, in the latest flare-up of demonstrations

Protesters clash with Albanian police in demonstrations triggered by Kushner resort plan
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Myanmar leaders' return to ASEAN meetings 'still far off', bloc's envoy says

The participation of Myanmar leaders in top meetings of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is "still far off", the Philippines' foreign minister said on Thursday. 

Myanmar leaders' return to ASEAN meetings 'still far off', bloc's envoy says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Shipowners halt calls at Ukraine's Black Sea ports, wary of Russian strikes

Shipowners halted vessel arrivals at Ukraine's Black Sea ports due to intensified Russian strikes, Kyiv said, as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned Moscow might escalate

Shipowners halt calls at Ukraine's Black Sea ports, wary of Russian strikes
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Crimea brings back public street phones for emergency calls

Russian-controlled Crimea has installed public street phones for emergency calls to the police and ambulance service, providing an alternative to mobile

Crimea brings back public street phones for emergency calls
Political|Science|Technology

US Senator Warren accuses AI firms of trying to curb oversight in trade accord

Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren accused major AI companies of pushing the Trump administration to limit AI transparency rules in North America's

US Senator Warren accuses AI firms of trying to curb oversight in trade accord
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump's consumer finance watchdog pick pledges 'open mind' on plans to fire most of the agency's workforce

Capital One executive Brian Johnson, U.S.

Trump's consumer finance watchdog pick pledges 'open mind' on plans to fire most of the agency's workforce
Election|Europe|Political|World

Sweden's far right party says it won the arguments. Now it wants a share of power

After championing huge policy shifts in Sweden by propping up a minority centre-right government for four years, the far-right Sweden Democrats say

Sweden's far right party says it won the arguments. Now it wants a share of power
Election|Europe|Interview|Political|World

Sweden's far-right leader Akesson brought fringe party to brink of power

It's no coincidence that it sounded like the start of a rock concert when Swedish far-right leader Jimmie Akesson strode onto the stage to chants of "

Sweden's far-right leader Akesson brought fringe party to brink of power
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio says US committed to helping end Ukraine war after meeting Lavrov

U.S.

Rubio says US committed to helping end Ukraine war after meeting Lavrov
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

US reaches nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia

The U.S. and Saudi Arabia reached an agreement on civil nuclear power, letting the kingdom enrich uranium and build nuclear reactors using U.S. technology,

US reaches nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

‘Got to be kidding me’: GOP officials pan Trump’s claims of shocking new election threats

‘Got to be kidding me’: GOP officials pan Trump’s claims of shocking new election threats

‘Got to be kidding me’: GOP officials pan Trump’s claims of shocking new election threats
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea shifting to ‘peace first’ North Korea policy, retains denuclearisation goal

South Korea is abandoning a "denuclearisation first" policy in favour of a "peace first" approach towards North Korea, Unification Minister Chung Dong-young

South Korea shifting to ‘peace first’ North Korea policy, retains denuclearisation goal
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam reaffirms trade talks, urges US to conclude trade investigation

Vietnam's foreign ministry said on Thursday that it remained committed to bringing trade negotiations with the United States to a conclusion, urging Washington to wrap up

Vietnam reaffirms trade talks, urges US to conclude trade investigation
Asia|Environment|Political|Science|World

Rubio says China's actions in the South China Sea are 'disturbing'

U.S.

Rubio says China's actions in the South China Sea are 'disturbing'
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Rubio reassures Asian allies they're not being abandoned as top diplomats meet

U.S.

Rubio reassures Asian allies they're not being abandoned as top diplomats meet
Political|Science|Technology|World

Israelis fear Saudi nuclear deal could ignite Mideast arms race

A deal between the United States and Saudi Arabia allowing the kingdom to build nuclear reactors using American technology and to enrich uranium has

Israelis fear Saudi nuclear deal could ignite Mideast arms race
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Thai authorities hunt for suspects after an attack in troubled south kills 5 soldiers

Thai authorities are searching for those responsible for a deadly attack in the country's troubled deep south

Thai authorities hunt for suspects after an attack in troubled south kills 5 soldiers
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Stock Markets|US

Amish Shah wins Democratic congressional primary in Arizona, a blow to the party establishment

Amish Shah has won the Democratic primary for an open congressional seat in Arizona

Amish Shah wins Democratic congressional primary in Arizona, a blow to the party establishment
Crime|Political|US|World

GEO Group worker charged with assault in shooting of ICE protester in Colorado

A man employed by a company running a U.S.

GEO Group worker charged with assault in shooting of ICE protester in Colorado
Political|US|World

US military completes 12th straight night of strikes on Iran

The U.S. military said on Wednesday it completed its latest round of strikes on Iran at President Donald Trump's direction, for a 12th successive

US military completes 12th straight night of strikes on Iran
Economy|Political|World

Houthis claim attacks on Saudi tankers in Red Sea, raising risk of new chokepoint in Iran war

The Iranian-aligned Houthis on Thursday claimed military strikes on two Saudi oil tankers as part of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia,

Houthis claim attacks on Saudi tankers in Red Sea, raising risk of new chokepoint in Iran war
Crime|Election|Political

GOP chair of House Judiciary Committee asks Justice Department to consider prosecuting Jack Smith

GOP chair of House Judiciary Committee asks Justice Department to consider prosecuting Jack Smith

GOP chair of House Judiciary Committee asks Justice Department to consider prosecuting Jack Smith
Economy|Environment|Political|Technology

Democrats seize on AI data center backlash that's dividing rural Republicans in places like Texas

Democratic Texas governor's race nominee Gina Hinojosa is focusing on artificial intelligence data centers as a key issue in her campaign against Republican Gov. Greg Abbott

Democrats seize on AI data center backlash that's dividing rural Republicans in places like Texas