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

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

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

Thune says Senate to consider voting bill but pushes back on demands for 'talking filibuster'

Majority Leader John Thune says that the Senate will consider a bill to impose strict new proof-of-citizenship requirements in elections

Thune says Senate to consider voting bill but pushes back on demands for 'talking filibuster'
Business|Economy|World

Iran begins laying mines in Strait of Hormuz, sources say

Iran begins laying mines in Strait of Hormuz, sources say

Iran begins laying mines in Strait of Hormuz, sources say
Crime|US|World

Report points to rotor problem in Arizona police helicopter crash that killed 2 during gunfight

A preliminary report points to a significant mechanical problem before a deadly police helicopter crash that happened during a shootout in Flagstaff, Arizona

Report points to rotor problem in Arizona police helicopter crash that killed 2 during gunfight
Crime|World

What we know about the US consulate shooting in Toronto

What we know about the US consulate shooting in Toronto

What we know about the US consulate shooting in Toronto
Africa|Americas|Asia|Australia|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Food|Health|Interview|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|Travel|US|Videos|World

Ronda Rousey says her double-comeback bout with Gina Carano is the biggest fight in MMA right now

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

Ronda Rousey says her double-comeback bout with Gina Carano is the biggest fight in MMA right now
Business|Crime|Environment|US|World

Massive fire breaks out aboard scrap metal barge on Delaware Bay

A massive fire has broken out on a barge carrying scrap metal on the Delaware Bay and was still burning by the evening

Massive fire breaks out aboard scrap metal barge on Delaware Bay
Business|Crime|Education|World

Judge to decide if Penn must produce records in probe of antisemitism at Ivy League school

A federal judge is weighing whether the government can force the University of Pennsylvania to hand over detailed employee information in an antisemitism investigation

Judge to decide if Penn must produce records in probe of antisemitism at Ivy League school
Economy|Environment|Science|World

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

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

Human waste backing up in basements is a gut-churning sign of US infrastructure problems
Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US|World

Mother’s home birth experience highlights challenges with rising trend

Mother’s home birth experience highlights challenges with rising trend

Mother’s home birth experience highlights challenges with rising trend
Crime|Political|World

Canadian police investigate gunfire at US consulate in Toronto

Canadian police are investigating gunfire that hit the U.S. consulate in downtown Toronto early on Tuesday

Canadian police investigate gunfire at US consulate in Toronto
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|World

How the Iran war and surging oil prices are affecting consumers at the gas pump and beyond

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

How the Iran war and surging oil prices are affecting consumers at the gas pump and beyond
Business|Crime|Education|Political|World

Justice Department official Ed Martin accused of ethics violations for letter to Georgetown dean

The office that enforces the ethics code for attorneys in the nation’s capital has accused Justice Department official Ed Martin of professional misconduct for a threatening letter that he sent to Georgetown Law School’s dean last year

Justice Department official Ed Martin accused of ethics violations for letter to Georgetown dean
Economy|Education|Health|Science|World

Young kids missed the pandemic's school disruptions. Their reading scores are still behind

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

Young kids missed the pandemic's school disruptions. Their reading scores are still behind
Crime|World

Trial opens in Miami for 4 men charged in Haitian President Jovenel Moïse's assassination

Prosecutors say greed, arrogance and power were the driving forces behind four men charged in U.S. federal court for the 2021 assassination of Haiti's last elected president, Jovenel Moïse

Trial opens in Miami for 4 men charged in Haitian President Jovenel Moïse's assassination
Crime|US|World

Alabama governor grants clemency to death row inmate who was accomplice to murder, sparing him from execution this week

Alabama governor grants clemency to death row inmate who was accomplice to murder, sparing him from execution this week

Alabama governor grants clemency to death row inmate who was accomplice to murder, sparing him from execution this week
Europe|MidEast|Political|Sports|Travel|World

PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi grounded in Qatar amid intensifying Iran war

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has been left stranded in Qatar amid the war in the Middle East

PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi grounded in Qatar amid intensifying Iran war
Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|World

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

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

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

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

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

Russia and Ukraine both claim front-line progress with US-brokered talks on hold
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

What Americans think about the war in Iran, according to recent polls

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

What Americans think about the war in Iran, according to recent polls
Crime|US|World

Baltimore police officer wounded, gunman killed during midday burglary call

A police officer was shot and a gunman was killed during a confrontation Tuesday in Baltimore

Baltimore police officer wounded, gunman killed during midday burglary call
Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Woman accused of letting newborn drown in toilet, burying baby in backyard, sheriff says

Woman accused of letting newborn drown in toilet, burying baby in backyard, sheriff says

Woman accused of letting newborn drown in toilet, burying baby in backyard, sheriff says
Economy|Political|Travel|World

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

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

State Department allows up to $40M to be used for evacuation flights for Americans in Mideast
Business|Entertainment|Interview|US|World

Iranian women's soccer players apply for Australian asylum

CNN's Christina Macfarlane has been following the story.

Iranian women's soccer players apply for Australian asylum
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Once deemed the riskiest asteroid ever observed, asteroid 2024 YR4’s path is now clearer

Once deemed the riskiest asteroid ever observed, asteroid 2024 YR4’s path is now clearer

Once deemed the riskiest asteroid ever observed, asteroid 2024 YR4’s path is now clearer
Americas|Crime|US|World

No new trial for man convicted of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley

A judge has rejected a request for a new trial for a Venezuelan man convicted of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley

No new trial for man convicted of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley
Sports|Travel|World

Iraq head coach Graham Arnold on significant challenges the team and country are facing

Iraq's participation in the inter-confederation playoffs in Mexico that will decide two berths at this year's World Cup is in doubt because of the travel chaos triggered by the conflict in neighbouring Iran. The Iraqis are scheduled to play the winners of an earlier tie between Bolivia and Suriname in Monterrey on March 31 for a spot at the World Cup finals but are concerned they might not be able to get everyone to Mexico. Their head coach has been speaking with World Sport's Don Riddell.

Iraq head coach Graham Arnold on significant challenges the team and country are facing
Crime|MidEast|US|World

'Genuine person': Community remembers hometown soldier killed in Iran war

'Genuine person': Community remembers hometown soldier killed in Iran war

'Genuine person': Community remembers hometown soldier killed in Iran war
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
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Oksana Masters roars to Paralympic redemption at Milan Cortina with 11th gold medal

Oksana Masters has won her 11th Paralympic gold medal and she calls it redemption after missing the top spot four years ago

Oksana Masters roars to Paralympic redemption at Milan Cortina with 11th gold medal
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Technology|World

Judge scolds Live Nation and Justice Department for secret settlement talks

Judge scolds Live Nation and Justice Department for secret settlement talks

Judge scolds Live Nation and Justice Department for secret settlement talks
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
Africa|Crime|World

Jihadis intensify attacks against Nigeria's military, killing officers and carting away weapons

Jihadi extremist groups including Boko Haram have targeted Nigerian military camps in intensifying attacks in the last week

Jihadis intensify attacks against Nigeria's military, killing officers and carting away weapons
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|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Off-duty firefighter uses gear, garden hose to knock down house fire

Off-duty firefighter uses gear, garden hose to knock down house fire

Off-duty firefighter uses gear, garden hose to knock down house fire
MidEast|Sports|World

Seven members of Iranian women’s soccer team granted visas as rest of squad leaves Australia

Seven members of Iranian women’s soccer team granted visas as rest of squad leaves Australia

Seven members of Iranian women’s soccer team granted visas as rest of squad leaves Australia
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
Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|World

Colorado mountain town mystery surrounds arson and death investigation near trailhead

Colorado mountain town mystery surrounds arson and death investigation near trailhead

Colorado mountain town mystery surrounds arson and death investigation near trailhead
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
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|Finance|World

War with Iran delivers another shock to the global economy

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

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

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

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

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

‘A shell of our former self’: How Trump and Musk’s spending cuts are hampering US government readiness amid the Iran war

‘A shell of our former self’: How Trump and Musk’s spending cuts are hampering US government readiness amid the Iran war

‘A shell of our former self’: How Trump and Musk’s spending cuts are hampering US government readiness amid the Iran war
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

The Tarik Skubal drama shows the World Baseball Classic finally matters – and has created a new challenge for MLB

The Tarik Skubal drama shows the World Baseball Classic finally matters – and has created a new challenge for MLB

The Tarik Skubal drama shows the World Baseball Classic finally matters – and has created a new challenge for MLB
Sports|World

‘A lot of sleepless nights’: Why the war in Iran might cost Iraq a berth in the 2026 World Cup

‘A lot of sleepless nights’: Why the war in Iran might cost Iraq a berth in the 2026 World Cup

‘A lot of sleepless nights’: Why the war in Iran might cost Iraq a berth in the 2026 World Cup
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
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Why emergency oil releases won’t fix this crisis

Why emergency oil releases won’t fix this crisis

Why emergency oil releases won’t fix this crisis
Business|Technology|Travel|World

FAA briefly grounds all JetBlue flights due to short system outage

All JetBlue flights were briefly grounded by the Federal Aviation Administration early Tuesday at the request of the airline as it dealt with a short system outage

FAA briefly grounds all JetBlue flights due to short system outage
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Traditional reindeer racing is delighting spectators in frigid Finland

Traditional reindeer racing has drawn an international crowd to the town of Salla in northern Finland

Traditional reindeer racing is delighting spectators in frigid Finland
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
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
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

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

Asian shares have rebounded from their sharp declines a day before

Asian shares surge, echoing a rally on Wall Street as oil prices sank back to about $90
Americas|Crime|Technology|World

Human Rights Watch details deaths and injuries of police drone attacks in Haiti

Human Rights Watch says drones operated by Haitian security forces and private contractors have killed at least 1,243 people and injured 738 others

Human Rights Watch details deaths and injuries of police drone attacks in Haiti
Arts|Business|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

15 years after Fukushima meltdown, an innkeeper makes radiation surveys to revitalize her hometown

Tomoko Kobayashi reopened her inn in northeastern Fukushima to bring a sense of normal life back to her deserted hometown five years after the nuclear disaster

15 years after Fukushima meltdown, an innkeeper makes radiation surveys to revitalize her hometown
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|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

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

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

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

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

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

US allies and rivals in Asia gauge fallout from war in the Middle East
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
Business|Crime|Education|Technology|World

Family sues ChatGPT-maker OpenAI over school shooting in Canada

The parents of a girl critically wounded in a school shooting in Canada is suing ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, alleging it knew the shooter was planning a mass attack

Family sues ChatGPT-maker OpenAI over school shooting in Canada
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
US|World

Trump says Vance was 'philosophically' different on Iran while downplaying split

President Donald Trump says JD Vance started out less enthusiastic about striking Iran, but he says they still agree

Trump says Vance was 'philosophically' different on Iran while downplaying split
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
Arts|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

White House war promo videos marry action movies, sports and video games to real-life combat footage

Through its social media feed, the White House has sent out a series of pumped-up videos that mix real Iran war explosions with movie action heroes, video game footage and sports heroes

White House war promo videos marry action movies, sports and video games to real-life combat footage
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
Americas|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Alexander brothers are convicted of sex trafficking in case that shocked the real estate world

Three brothers, including two of the nation’s most successful luxury real estate brokers, have been convicted of charges that they conspired to drug and rape multiple women

Alexander brothers are convicted of sex trafficking in case that shocked the real estate world
Business|Sports|World

Tarik Skubal won't make another WBC start, citing spring plan and contract stakes

Tarik Skubal will not pitch again in the World Baseball Classic

Tarik Skubal won't make another WBC start, citing spring plan and contract stakes
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
Crime|US|World

Mississippi jury acquits engineer accused of lying about 2017 military plane crash

A federal jury in Mississippi has acquitted a former military aircraft engineer of lying and obstruction of justice following a deadly 2017 military place crash

Mississippi jury acquits engineer accused of lying about 2017 military plane crash
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
Crime|US|World

Judge disqualifies trio of lawyers tapped to lead New Jersey's federal prosecutor's office

A judge on has disqualified a trio of prosecutors the Trump administration tapped to oversee federal prosecutions in New Jersey after his former personal attorney was also barred from the role

Judge disqualifies trio of lawyers tapped to lead New Jersey's federal prosecutor's office
Business|Economy|Environment|World

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

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

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

Marušić goal in stoppage time gives Lazio win over Sassuolo

Lazio has beaten Sassuolo 2-1 thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Adam Marušić

Marušić goal in stoppage time gives Lazio win over Sassuolo
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
World

State Department orders drawdown at more Mideast diplomatic missions as familiar criticism mounts

The State Department has drawn down personnel at more U.S. diplomatic missions in and around the Middle East as it comes under increasing but historically familiar criticism for not doing enough to prepare

State Department orders drawdown at more Mideast diplomatic missions as familiar criticism mounts
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|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

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

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

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

Lebanon calls for direct talks with Israel, accuses Hezbollah of betraying country

Lebanon calls for direct talks with Israel, accuses Hezbollah of betraying country

Lebanon calls for direct talks with Israel, accuses Hezbollah of betraying country
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
Crime|Election|US|World

FBI obtains records related to Arizona Senate audit of Maricopa County 2020 election results, state lawmaker says

FBI obtains records related to Arizona Senate audit of Maricopa County 2020 election results, state lawmaker says

FBI obtains records related to Arizona Senate audit of Maricopa County 2020 election results, state lawmaker says
Americas|Crime|Sports|World

Chiefs parade mass shooting suspect enters plea for lesser charge

Chiefs parade mass shooting suspect enters plea for lesser charge

Chiefs parade mass shooting suspect enters plea for lesser charge
Business|Economy|World

Oil prices swing wildly as Iran war threatens transport routes and production across Middle East

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

Oil prices swing wildly as Iran war threatens transport routes and production across Middle East
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
Crime|Europe|US|World

Pennsylvania state police trooper shot and killed in a traffic stop, authorities say

Authorities say a Pennsylvania State Police trooper is dead after he was shot and killed by a man he had pulled over in a traffic stop

Pennsylvania state police trooper shot and killed in a traffic stop, authorities say
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
Arts|Entertainment|World

Director Mendonça Filho of 'The Secret Agent' reflects on memory and success of Brazilian cinema

Brazilian thriller “The Secret Agent” has grabbed Oscars attention with nominations for best international film and best picture

Director Mendonça Filho of 'The Secret Agent' reflects on memory and success of Brazilian cinema
Economy|Health|Science|World

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

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

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

Indonesian court sentences 3 men for shooting death of fellow Australian in Bali

An Indonesian court has sentenced three Australian men for the fatal shooting of another Australian

Indonesian court sentences 3 men for shooting death of fellow Australian in Bali
Business|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic sues the Trump administration after it was designated a supply chain risk

Anthropic sues the Trump administration after it was designated a supply chain risk

Anthropic sues the Trump administration after it was designated a supply chain risk
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Tracking gas and oil prices as war with Iran escalates

Tracking gas and oil prices as war with Iran escalates

Tracking gas and oil prices as war with Iran escalates
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|Crime|Lifestyle|Travel|US|World

Kansas City airport reopens hours after an evacuation as a potential threat was investigated

The Kansas City International Airport terminal reopened Sunday afternoon hours after it was evacuated for several hours while authorities looked into a potential threat

Kansas City airport reopens hours after an evacuation as a potential threat was investigated
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Iran war sends shockwaves through African fuel market and economies

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

Iran war sends shockwaves through African fuel market and economies
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
Europe|Sports|World

Russian anthem rings out at Paralympics for first time in 12 years after Voronchikhina takes gold

Russia’s national anthem rings out at the Paralympics for the first time in more than a decade after Para alpine skier Varvara Voronchikhina won gold

Russian anthem rings out at Paralympics for first time in 12 years after Voronchikhina takes gold
Europe|Sports|World

Madrid-Man City, PSG-Chelsea rematches headline Champions League last-16 with newcomer Bodø/Glimt

The Champions League round of 16 starts Tuesday with blockbuster rematches, teams ending long absences from this stage and the feelgood story of newcomer Bodø/Glimt

Madrid-Man City, PSG-Chelsea rematches headline Champions League last-16 with newcomer Bodø/Glimt
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|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World

Bodycam footage shows deputies killing man charging with machete

Bodycam footage shows deputies killing man charging with machete

Bodycam footage shows deputies killing man charging with machete
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
Crime|Sports|World

23 red cards and police intervention as mass brawl mars end of title match in Brazil

Twenty-three players have been shown a red card as a lengthy brawl requiring the intervention of military police marred the final seconds of a Brazilian soccer title match between Cruzeiro and Atletico Mineiro

23 red cards and police intervention as mass brawl mars end of title match in Brazil
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
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Glasgow building fire closes Scotland's busiest train station and disrupts rail services

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

Glasgow building fire closes Scotland's busiest train station and disrupts rail services
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Man turns a church shoe drive into a mission to help people around the world

Man turns a church shoe drive into a mission to help people around the world

Man turns a church shoe drive into a mission to help people around the world
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
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

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

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

Global stocks sink as oil hits $100 per barrel for first time since 2022
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

Teacher dies after being struck during alleged "rolling" prank; 18-year-old charged

Teacher dies after being struck during alleged "rolling" prank; 18-year-old charged

Teacher dies after being struck during alleged "rolling" prank; 18-year-old charged
Business|Economy|World

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

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

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

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

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

As Iran war shakes energy system, some see powerful argument for renewable energy
Economy|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
Crime|Education|World

New imagery suggests U.S. responsible for Iran school strike

Evidence compiled by CNN suggests that the United States military was responsible for the strike on an elementary school in southern Iran that killed scores of children, in what is the deadliest incident of civilian casualties in the US and Israel’s almost week-long war with Iran. Isobel Yeung reports.

New imagery suggests U.S. responsible for Iran school strike
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
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
US|World

Trump grieves with families during return of soldiers killed in war in the Middle East

President Donald Trump joined grieving families at Dover Air Force Base for the dignified transfer of six U.S. Army Reserve soldiers killed in Kuwait

Trump grieves with families during return of soldiers killed in war in the Middle East
Sports|World

Ohtani homers for 2nd straight day, Suzuki hits 2, Japan beats South Korea 8-6 at WBC

Shohei Ohtani homered for the second straight day and Seiya Suzuki went deep twice and defending champion Japan beat South Korea 8-6 at Tokyo and improved to 2-0 at the World Baseball Classic

Ohtani homers for 2nd straight day, Suzuki hits 2, Japan beats South Korea 8-6 at WBC
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
Environment|Science|World

Authorities search debris after suspected tornadoes kill 6 in Michigan, Oklahoma

Authorities in southern Michigan have searched through rubble and debris in the aftermath of suspected tornadoes that killed four people during powerful storms also blamed for two deaths in Oklahoma

Authorities search debris after suspected tornadoes kill 6 in Michigan, Oklahoma
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
Environment|Science|US|World

Severe storms that spawned destructive tornadoes leave 8 dead across the Central US

Severe storms that spawned destructive tornadoes leave 8 dead across the Central US

Severe storms that spawned destructive tornadoes leave 8 dead across the Central US
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
Business|Crime|Environment|Lifestyle|US|World

At least 4 dead, several others injured after multiple tornadoes hit Southwest Michigan, authorities say

At least 4 dead, several others injured after multiple tornadoes hit Southwest Michigan, authorities say

At least 4 dead, several others injured after multiple tornadoes hit Southwest Michigan, authorities say
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Olympic champion Alysa Liu withdraws from world figure skating championships

Olympic champion Alysa Liu has withdrawn from the world figure skating championships, and the U.S. team is replacing her with Sarah Everhardt for the competition beginning March 24 in Prague

Olympic champion Alysa Liu withdraws from world figure skating championships
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
Business|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|US|World

Recovery center will be using a unique approach to help treat opioid addiction, focusing on withdrawal symptoms

Recovery center will be using a unique approach to help treat opioid addiction, focusing on withdrawal symptoms

Recovery center will be using a unique approach to help treat opioid addiction, focusing on withdrawal symptoms
Europe|Sports|World

Female coach Sabrina Wittmann blazing a lonely trail in men's soccer in Germany

As the first and only woman to be appointed head coach of a professional man’s soccer team in Germany, Sabrina Wittmann faces more pressure and scrutiny than most of her counterparts

Female coach Sabrina Wittmann blazing a lonely trail in men's soccer in Germany
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
Business|Economy|World

Oil and gas prices rapidly rise as Iran war shows no signs of letting up

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

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

At least 25 dead in Kenya after heavy rain brings flash floods and flight disruption to Nairobi

At least 25 people are known to have died after heavy rain caused flooding and flight disruption in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi

At least 25 dead in Kenya after heavy rain brings flash floods and flight disruption to Nairobi
Australia|Health|Sports|Technology|World

Max Verstappen gets X-rays on hands after crash at Australian GP qualifying

Max Verstappen has been cleared by Formula 1’s medical team after X-rays on his hands following his crash in qualifying that will see him start from 20th place on the grid in Sunday’s Australian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen gets X-rays on hands after crash at Australian GP qualifying
Europe|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn loses lead in World Cup downhill standings as Laura Pirovano wins by 0.01 again

Lindsey Vonn finally lost her lead in the World Cup downhill standings when Laura Pirovano won by 0.01 seconds on back-to-back days at Val di Fassa

Lindsey Vonn loses lead in World Cup downhill standings as Laura Pirovano wins by 0.01 again
Europe|Sports|World

Para alpine skiers Voronchikhina and Bugaev give Russia its first Paralympic medals in 12 years

Para alpine skiers Varvara Voronchikhina and Aleksei Bugaev have won Russia’s first Paralympic medals since 2014 by taking bronze in the women’s downhill standing competition and the men's standing event

Para alpine skiers Voronchikhina and Bugaev give Russia its first Paralympic medals in 12 years
Business|Economy|Environment|World

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

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

Cuba says crews repaired a large power plant that caused a massive outage
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
Business|Sports|Travel|World

Rahm helped Detry get out of the Middle East. Now they're tied for the lead in LIV Golf

Thomas Detry was among eight players from LIV Golf stuck in the Middle East during the Israeli-U.S. attacks on Iran

Rahm helped Detry get out of the Middle East. Now they're tied for the lead in LIV Golf
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
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Trump administration and Democrats at odds over risk to US weapons stockpiles from Iran war

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

Trump administration and Democrats at odds over risk to US weapons stockpiles from Iran war
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
Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Why dancing in towels is a hot way to socialize

Why dancing in towels is a hot way to socialize

Why dancing in towels is a hot way to socialize
Environment|Science|US|World

This weird winter was one of the warmest — and coldest — on record. It’s a glimpse of our future

This weird winter was one of the warmest — and coldest — on record. It’s a glimpse of our future

This weird winter was one of the warmest — and coldest — on record. It’s a glimpse of our future
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
Business|Sports|Technology|World

Russell, Antonelli lead Mercedes in one-two qualifying positions for F1's Australian GP

Mercedes has revealed its dominant hand in qualifying for Sunday’s Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix

Russell, Antonelli lead Mercedes in one-two qualifying positions for F1's Australian GP
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|Sports|World

NHL-leading Avalanche win 5-4 in shootout to end Stars' franchise-record 10-game winning streak

Valeri Nichushkin scored with 15 seconds remaining in regulation, then made one of NHL-leading Colorado’s two shots in a shootout to beat Dallas 5-4

NHL-leading Avalanche win 5-4 in shootout to end Stars' franchise-record 10-game winning streak
Sports|US|World

Like father, like son: Lucas Ramirez hits 2 homers for Brazil in WBC with dad Manny Ramirez watching

Manny Ramirez watched his son Lucas Ramirez hit two home runs for Brazil against the United States in the World Baseball Classic

Like father, like son: Lucas Ramirez hits 2 homers for Brazil in WBC with dad Manny Ramirez watching
Travel|World

War in the Middle East ensnares many Muslim pilgrims in travel chaos

The travel chaos from the war in the Middle East has ensnared many of the Muslims who have converged on Saudi Arabia for the Umrah pilgrimage, leaving them stranded and scrambling to find other ways home

War in the Middle East ensnares many Muslim pilgrims in travel chaos
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
Australia|Sports|World

Aaron Judge and Brice Turang power US to a 15-5 WBC-opening win over Brazil

Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer and Brice Turang had three hits and four RBIs to lead the United States to a 15-5 win over Brazil in its World Baseball Classic opener

Aaron Judge and Brice Turang power US to a 15-5 WBC-opening win over Brazil
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
Business|Economy|Travel|World

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

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

Former leader Ardern has left New Zealand. She’s not the only one
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|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
Crime|Lifestyle|US|World

Suspect in Utah killings of 3 women was free on Iowa burglary and other charges

Court documents show that a man accused of killing three women in Utah was already known to police in Iowa

Suspect in Utah killings of 3 women was free on Iowa burglary and other charges
Business|Environment|Health|US|World

A wedding proposal and a promotion honored a Coast Guardsman before he died of injuries from mission

A U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmer has died after being injured while on a medical evacuation mission off the Washington coast

A wedding proposal and a promotion honored a Coast Guardsman before he died of injuries from mission
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets|US|World

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

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

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

Americans stuck in the Middle East recount finding their way home with little government help

Stranded Americans across the Middle East say they’ve been left to navigate flight cancellations and confusing government guidance on their own

Americans stuck in the Middle East recount finding their way home with little government help
Crime|Political|World

Man convicted in political assassination plot he tied to Iranian paramilitary

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

Man convicted in political assassination plot he tied to Iranian paramilitary
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

Florida Bar walks back statement on investigation into Halligan, now says there is none
Business|Health|Science|World

Trump administration's embattled FDA vaccine chief is leaving for the second time

The Food and Drug Administration’s controversial vaccine chief, Dr. Vinay Prasad, is once again leaving the agency

Trump administration's embattled FDA vaccine chief is leaving for the second time
Business|Political|US|Videos|World

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

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

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

Robertson and Salah shine as Liverpool hits back to beat Wolves and reach FA Cup quarterfinals

Andy Robertson opened the scoring and Mohamed Salah has struck for only the second time this year as Liverpool beat Wolves 3-1 to move into the quarterfinals of the FA Cup

Robertson and Salah shine as Liverpool hits back to beat Wolves and reach FA Cup quarterfinals
Science|Technology|US|World

US Military and FAA plan joint test of lasers designed to shoot down drones

US Military and FAA plan joint test of lasers designed to shoot down drones

US Military and FAA plan joint test of lasers designed to shoot down drones
Americas|Business|Crime|Political|US|World

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

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

Justice Department official eyes cases against Cuba leaders as Trump floats 'friendly takeover'
Africa|Crime|World

Islamic militants abduct more than 300 people in northeastern Nigeria, officials say

Local officials say Islamic militants attacked a town in northeastern Nigeria, abducting more than 300 people, including women and children

Islamic militants abduct more than 300 people in northeastern Nigeria, officials say
Technology|World

US to send anti-drone system to the Mideast after successful use in Ukraine, officials say

An anti-drone system developed by an American company and proven to work in Ukraine soon will head to the Middle East to help defend against Iranian drones

US to send anti-drone system to the Mideast after successful use in Ukraine, officials say
Americas|Crime|US|World

A dead woman’s key fob and two grisly crime scenes: How the Utah triple-murder suspect was tracked across state lines

A dead woman’s key fob and two grisly crime scenes: How the Utah triple-murder suspect was tracked across state lines

A dead woman’s key fob and two grisly crime scenes: How the Utah triple-murder suspect was tracked across state lines
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

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

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

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

Analysis suggests US was responsible for deadly strike on Iranian elementary school

Analysis suggests US was responsible for deadly strike on Iranian elementary school

Analysis suggests US was responsible for deadly strike on Iranian elementary school
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

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

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

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

Kerley receives 2-year whereabouts suspension, responds with social media flurry ripping regulators

Sprinter Fred Kerley has received a two-year ban for missing drug tests — a suspension that shouldn’t impact the 30-year-old former world champion because he has signed to run in a league that does not prohibit performance enhancers

Kerley receives 2-year whereabouts suspension, responds with social media flurry ripping regulators
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Plan emerges for $166 billion in tariff refunds. But don’t hold your breath
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department publishes missing Epstein files involving uncorroborated claim about Trump

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

Justice Department publishes missing Epstein files involving uncorroborated claim about Trump
Business|Political|US|World

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

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

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

Hungary temporarily detains 7 Ukrainians and seizes $80 million cash shipment, angering Kyiv

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

Hungary temporarily detains 7 Ukrainians and seizes $80 million cash shipment, angering Kyiv
Crime|Education|Health|World

For survivors, Rhode Island clergy abuse report brings vindication and renewed demands

A report by Rhode Island’s attorney general detailing decades of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy is giving survivors a sense of vindication while renewing calls for accountability and support

For survivors, Rhode Island clergy abuse report brings vindication and renewed demands
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Judge weighs New York Times bid to block policy limiting journalists' access to Pentagon
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World

Boy shoots, kills mother's boyfriend during altercation between the couple, police say

Boy shoots, kills mother's boyfriend during altercation between the couple, police say

Boy shoots, kills mother's boyfriend during altercation between the couple, police say
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Spacecraft's impact changed asteroid's orbit around the sun in a save-the-Earth test, study finds

A new study has found that an asteroid NASA used for target practice a few years ago was nudged into a slightly different route around the sun

Spacecraft's impact changed asteroid's orbit around the sun in a save-the-Earth test, study finds
Environment|US|World

National Fire grows to more than 35,000 acres; now 64% contained

National Fire grows to more than 35,000 acres; now 64% contained

National Fire grows to more than 35,000 acres; now 64% contained
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US issues a license that authorizes sales of Venezuelan gold

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

US issues a license that authorizes sales of Venezuelan gold
Crime|Education|Health|World

'Their worst nightmare': Mother of man with autism fatally shot by police in Columbia speaks out

'Their worst nightmare': Mother of man with autism fatally shot by police in Columbia speaks out

'Their worst nightmare': Mother of man with autism fatally shot by police in Columbia speaks out
MidEast|Political|World

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

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

Kurdish Iranian dissidents in Iraq deny attack plans but say they would join a US invasion of Iran
Business|Economy|Finance|World

The US lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month as the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%

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

The US lost a surprising 92,000 jobs last month as the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

A boost for Moscow in the shadow of Iran war: US allows India to buy Russian oil for a month

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

A boost for Moscow in the shadow of Iran war: US allows India to buy Russian oil for a month
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|World

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

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

Human rights court orders Peru to pay compensation for a 1997 forced sterilization death
Arts|Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Mexican president visits Jalisco to ease concerns over violence ahead of FIFA World Cup

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is visiting the western state of Jalisco in an attempt to offset fears over the upcoming FIFA World Cup

Mexican president visits Jalisco to ease concerns over violence ahead of FIFA World Cup
MidEast|Political|World

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

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

As Iran war rages, Israel seizes chance to finish the job against Hezbollah
Business|Travel|World

Repatriation flights return citizens from the Middle East: What travelers need to know

Repatriation flights return citizens from the Middle East: What travelers need to know

Repatriation flights return citizens from the Middle East: What travelers need to know
Business|Economy|US|World

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

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

Jobs are falling. Spending is, too. That’s a problem
Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

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

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

Russia is aiding Iran’s war effort by providing intel on US military targets, sources say
Interview|MidEast|Political|US|World

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

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

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

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

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

South Florida university probes racist group chat tied to a local GOP official
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

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

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

GPS jamming is emerging as an increasingly prevalent — and troubling — weapon of war
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

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

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

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

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

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

Pakistan and Afghanistan claim killing dozens of the other side's troops in relentless fighting
Arts|Entertainment|Sports|World

Shohei Ohtani hits a grand slam at the World Baseball Classic after putting on a show in BP

Shohei Ohtani put on a giant show in batting practice hours before he hit a grand slam in the second inning as Japan hammered Taiwan 13-0 in Pool C at the World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani hits a grand slam at the World Baseball Classic after putting on a show in BP
Sports|World

Iranian women’s soccer team forced to sing national anthem ahead of Asian Cup match, sources tell CNN

Iranian women’s soccer team forced to sing national anthem ahead of Asian Cup match, sources tell CNN

Iranian women’s soccer team forced to sing national anthem ahead of Asian Cup match, sources tell CNN
Economy|Environment|World

Venezuela’s fragile environment faces rising risks as US pushes for oil and critical minerals and illegal gold mining spreads

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

Venezuela’s fragile environment faces rising risks as US pushes for oil and critical minerals and illegal gold mining spreads
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

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

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

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

Jarring alarms out, quieter alerts in. New firehouse dispatch systems aim to ease stress

A Connecticut city has joined hundreds of others around the country that have installed new firehouse alarm systems that aim to reduce firefighters' stress when calls come in

Jarring alarms out, quieter alerts in. New firehouse dispatch systems aim to ease stress
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Scientists are trying to solve the mystery of whether global warming is speeding up. A new study says it has the answer

Scientists are trying to solve the mystery of whether global warming is speeding up. A new study says it has the answer

Scientists are trying to solve the mystery of whether global warming is speeding up. A new study says it has the answer
Political|World

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

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

How international news outlets report under Israel’s military censor during wartime
Business|Europe|World

German media group Axel Springer will buy the publisher of UK's Daily Telegraph for $766 million

German media group Axel Springer has agreed to buy the owner of Britain’s Daily Telegraph in a deal worth $766 million

German media group Axel Springer will buy the publisher of UK's Daily Telegraph for $766 million