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Four developed market central banks are now hiking rates

The developed market rate-hiking club is getting bigger, as the European Central Bank on Thursday joined counterparts in Australia,

Four developed market central banks are now hiking rates
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Taking Kharg Island would pose risks for US troops

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he wants to take over Kharg Island, Iran's oil infrastructure hub.

Taking Kharg Island would pose risks for US troops
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB governors eye July pause after first hike, sources says

European Central Bank policymakers see keeping interest rates on hold at their next meeting in July as the more likely scenario, if energy prices stayed near their

ECB governors eye July pause after first hike, sources says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada says bilateral deals with US will accompany USMCA review

The Canadian minister responsible for Canada-United States trade Dominic LeBlanc said on Thursday that there will be bilateral deals with the U.S. along with the review of

Canada says bilateral deals with US will accompany USMCA review
Environment|Europe|Health|Travel|World

Italian beach bans umbrellas for people between the ages of 10 and 65

Italian beach bans umbrellas for people between the ages of 10 and 65

Italian beach bans umbrellas for people between the ages of 10 and 65
Business|Economy|Sports|Travel|World

Here’s everything you can expect from World Cup kickoff day

Here’s everything you can expect from World Cup kickoff day

Here’s everything you can expect from World Cup kickoff day
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump again has a key Iranian oil hub in his sights. Here’s what we know about Kharg Island

Trump again has a key Iranian oil hub in his sights. Here’s what we know about Kharg Island

Trump again has a key Iranian oil hub in his sights. Here’s what we know about Kharg Island
Health|Science|Technology|World

FDA's e-cigarette authorization: Fruity vapes not significantly better than tobacco ones

A new memo from U.S. health regulators is raising questions about a recent decision to authorize the first fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adult smokers

FDA's e-cigarette authorization: Fruity vapes not significantly better than tobacco ones
Environment|Science|World

El Niño is here and rapidly strengthening. Here’s what it means for your weather

El Niño is here and rapidly strengthening. Here’s what it means for your weather

El Niño is here and rapidly strengthening. Here’s what it means for your weather
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says US will hit Iran 'very hard,' take control of energy infrastructure

The United States will hit Iran "very hard tonight" and will soon take control of the Middle Eastern country's oil and gas infrastructure and markets, U.S.

Trump says US will hit Iran 'very hard,' take control of energy infrastructure
Business|Sports|World

World ski president Eliasch loses election by one vote and alleges IOC influence

World ski federation leader Johan Eliasch has been ousted in a tight presidential election

World ski president Eliasch loses election by one vote and alleges IOC influence
Crime|Political|World

Northern Ireland's former unionist leader tells jury he did not sexually abuse two children

Former Northern Ireland unionist leader Jeffrey Donaldson has told a jury he is "crystal clear" he did not rape an alleged victim decades ago

Northern Ireland's former unionist leader tells jury he did not sexually abuse two children
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Citing fallout from Iran war, World Bank cuts forecast for global economic growth

The economic fallout from the Iran war — higher energy prices and increased uncertainty — will drag down global growth this year, the World Bank said Thursday

Citing fallout from Iran war, World Bank cuts forecast for global economic growth
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

On brink of IPO, Musk's SpaceX already a household name, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Even before going public, Elon Musk’s SpaceX has become a household name in America — more widely recognized than legacy Apollo-era

On brink of IPO, Musk's SpaceX already a household name, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

US, South Korea hold nuclear deterrence talks as North Korea expands arms push

U.S. and South Korean officials discussed strengthening nuclear deterrence and readiness against North Korea’s growing weapons programme on Thursday, South Korea’s defence

US, South Korea hold nuclear deterrence talks as North Korea expands arms push
Business|Sports|World

Still thinking about World Cup tickets? Here's where prices, availability stand

The World Cup starts Thursday, and FIFA is charging record prices at the 11 stadiums in the United States, three in Mexico and two in Canada

Still thinking about World Cup tickets? Here's where prices, availability stand
Sports|World

Somali ref Artan picked for showpiece UEFA game after being barred by US from World Cup

Somali referee Omar Artan who was barred by the United States from the World Cup has been picked for the showcase UEFA Super Cup game in August

Somali ref Artan picked for showpiece UEFA game after being barred by US from World Cup
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Instant View: ECB raises interest rates, as widely expected

The European Central Bank raised interest rates on Thursday, in a aimed at curbing mounting inflationary pressures before a surge in energy costs triggered by the Iran war

Instant View: ECB raises interest rates, as widely expected
Business|Economy|World

Pakistan budget, hit by Iran war and IMF, to squeeze middle class

Pakistan's government will propose a budget on Friday that hits the middle class and registered businesses as it seeks to raise revenue and cut spending

Pakistan budget, hit by Iran war and IMF, to squeeze middle class
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Volkswagen to reduce workforce by 19,000 by end of year, CEO says

Volkswagen is pressing ahead with sweeping job cuts and cost reductions in Germany as planned, shrinking its workforce by 19,000 by the end of the year, CEO Oliver Blume is

Volkswagen to reduce workforce by 19,000 by end of year, CEO says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US weekly jobless claims increase marginally amid labor market resilience

The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits increased marginally last week, pointing to continued labor market resilience in early June.

US weekly jobless claims increase marginally amid labor market resilience
Business|Economy|Finance|World

High US mortgage rates to keep housing market subdued: Reuters poll

High mortgage rates will keep turnover in U.S. residential housing subdued this year and next with very modest price rises, according to property

High US mortgage rates to keep housing market subdued: Reuters poll
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Russian diplomat discusses Ukraine war with French, German and British ambassadors

Ambassadors from France, Germany and Britain in Moscow met Russia’s deputy foreign minister on Thursday to condemn the latest escalation in the war in Ukraine and reaffirm

Russian diplomat discusses Ukraine war with French, German and British ambassadors
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China sanctions Philippine defence chief over 'erroneous remarks'

China's foreign ministry announced sanctions on Thursday against Philippine Defence Secretary ⁠Gilberto Teodoro and his close relatives, saying he had "repeatedly made

China sanctions Philippine defence chief over 'erroneous remarks'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

ECB raises interest rates in long-telegraphed move

The European Central Bank raised interest rates as expected on Thursday, hoping to prevent an Iran war-induced surge in energy prices from broadening out into higher

ECB raises interest rates in long-telegraphed move
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Developing world's 'complex' debt could raise costs, stall restructurings, Lazard says

Increasingly complex debt in the world's emerging markets could raise borrowing costs and delay debt restructurings, advisory firm Lazard said on

Developing world's 'complex' debt could raise costs, stall restructurings, Lazard says
Africa|Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK minister says violence in Northern Ireland is racist thuggery

Two days of anti-immigration violence in Northern Ireland is nothing short of racist thuggery, Britain's minister for the province

UK minister says violence in Northern Ireland is racist thuggery
Economy|Europe|World

Fuel stations in Crimea run dry after fresh night of Ukrainian drone strikes

Fuel stations on the Russian-held Crimean peninsula were out of petrol on Thursday, Reuters witnesses said, as a Ukrainian campaign against supply

Fuel stations in Crimea run dry after fresh night of Ukrainian drone strikes
Economy|Sports|Travel|World

Pricey World Cup keeps fans away, hits US hotels, airlines

Hours before the World Cup kickoff, the boost to travel and tourism expected from this year’s biggest sporting event has yet to

Pricey World Cup keeps fans away, hits US hotels, airlines
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China urges economic cooperation on Macron-led video call ahead of G7 summit

China's vice premier urged economic cooperation and inclusive growth during a video call hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron on

China urges economic cooperation on Macron-led video call ahead of G7 summit
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

ECB raises rates to nip war-driven inflation in the bud

The European Central Bank raised interest rates for the first time in nearly three years on Thursday in the hope of curbing

ECB raises rates to nip war-driven inflation in the bud
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

World Bank cuts global growth outlook to 2.5%, warns of drop to 1.3% if war fallout spreads to markets

The World Bank on Thursday cut its global growth forecast for 2026 to 2.5% due to the war in the Middle East, and said growth could slow to just 1.3%

World Bank cuts global growth outlook to 2.5%, warns of drop to 1.3% if war fallout spreads to markets
Crime|Europe|World

Poland to jail online streamers of violent crime, rape, cruelty for up to 5 years

Polish lawmakers voted on Thursday to crack down on so-called 'trash streaming', imposing jail terms of up to five years for online broadcasts of crimes like rape and

Poland to jail online streamers of violent crime, rape, cruelty for up to 5 years
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

France floats revamp of EU diplomacy with 'reinforced' role for Kallas, paper shows

French officials have suggested an overhaul of the EU's diplomatic service that could include boosting the role for foreign policy

France floats revamp of EU diplomacy with 'reinforced' role for Kallas, paper shows
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UN human rights chief 'appalled' by violence in United Kingdom

The United Nations human rights chief said on Thursday he was appalled by violence erupting in different parts of the United Kingdom in recent days.

UN human rights chief 'appalled' by violence in United Kingdom
Political|US|World

Trump says he wants to "take" Iran's Kharg Island oil hub

U.S.

Trump says he wants to "take" Iran's Kharg Island oil hub
Business|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine's drone commander wants to cut Crimea off from Russia

Deep in an underground bunker, where walls of screens stream live data from across the battlefield, the

Ukraine's drone commander wants to cut Crimea off from Russia
Lifestyle|Travel|World

Why thousands of Americans are giving up their citizenship

Why thousands of Americans are giving up their citizenship

Why thousands of Americans are giving up their citizenship
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Wall St opens higher on tech rebound, Middle East in focus

U.S. stocks opened higher on Thursday, as investors sought bargains in beaten-down technology stocks and kept a close watch on developments around the Middle East conflict.

Wall St opens higher on tech rebound, Middle East in focus
Health|Science|US|World

FDA grants emergency approval for over-the-counter drug to treat screwworm in pets

The U.S.

FDA grants emergency approval for over-the-counter drug to treat screwworm in pets
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US wholesale inflation rose sharply last month as Iran oil shock continues to drive up business costs

US wholesale inflation rose sharply last month as Iran oil shock continues to drive up business costs

US wholesale inflation rose sharply last month as Iran oil shock continues to drive up business costs
Europe|Travel|World

Pope slams world's indifference to migrants while visiting onetime 'dock of shame' in Canary Islands

Pope Leo XIV has traveled to the Canary Islands, an epicenter of the European migration debate

Pope slams world's indifference to migrants while visiting onetime 'dock of shame' in Canary Islands
Americas|Crime|Europe|Opinion|Political|World

Trump’s ‘narco-terrorism’ war in Latin America evokes Reagan – then as now, it’s more about fighting leftists than drug runners

The nebulous nature of narco-terrorism has allowed presidents from Reagan to Trump to deploy the term when it serves broader political goals in Latin America.

Trump’s ‘narco-terrorism’ war in Latin America evokes Reagan – then as now, it’s more about fighting leftists than drug runners
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

A fire on the Spanish island of Mallorca kills 2 people and injures several

A fire that broke out in a tourist area on the Spanish island of Mallorca has killed two people and left several injured

A fire on the Spanish island of Mallorca kills 2 people and injures several
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

El Nino is here and scientists fear it'll be big, bad and costly with heat, floods, droughts, fires

U.S. meteorologists say an El Nino has formed

El Nino is here and scientists fear it'll be big, bad and costly with heat, floods, droughts, fires
Business|Economy|World

US jobless aid filings rise to 229,000 last week, remain historically low despite Iran war headwinds

U.S. applications for jobless aid rose modestly last week, but remain at a historically low level despite economic headwinds brought on by the war in Iran

US jobless aid filings rise to 229,000 last week, remain historically low despite Iran war headwinds
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|US|World

Europe's central bank raises rates to fight inflation from Iran war, the Fed to decide next week

The European Central Bank on Thursday became the first major central bank to raise interest rates in response to the Iran war

Europe's central bank raises rates to fight inflation from Iran war, the Fed to decide next week
Sports|Travel|World

Scotland World Cup fans arrive in Boston, say they ran out of beer on flight: "I'm going to find Cheers"

Scotland World Cup fans arrive in Boston, say they ran out of beer on flight: "I'm going to find Cheers"

Scotland World Cup fans arrive in Boston, say they ran out of beer on flight: "I'm going to find Cheers"
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|US|World

Too sick to work, but can they prove it? New Medicaid rule worries patients

Blood cancer survivor DeAnna Brandon worries about new Medicaid work requirements affecting her health coverage

Too sick to work, but can they prove it? New Medicaid rule worries patients
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Few Americans back Trump's White House cage match plan, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Few Americans, including only a third of Republicans, approve of President Donald Trump's plan to hold mixed martial arts cage matches at the White House

Few Americans back Trump's White House cage match plan, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Crime|Political|Sports|Technology|World

Kash Patel on the FBI's defining test: securing the World Cup

With 48 teams, 36 base camps and 11 stadiums, the World Cup, which kicks off on Thursday, is one of the biggest security challenges the FBI has ever

Kash Patel on the FBI's defining test: securing the World Cup
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Pakistan economic survey projects real GDP growth at 3.7% in FY26

Pakistan's annual economic survey projected real GDP growth at 3.7% for the fiscal year ending June 2026, according to the report released on Thursday.

Pakistan economic survey projects real GDP growth at 3.7% in FY26
Business|Europe|Health|Political|World

Commission's appeal against COVID vaccine contract disclosures should be dismissed, court adviser says

The European Commission's appeal against a 2024 ruling forcing it to disclose information about COVID-19 vaccine contracts should be dismissed, an adviser to Europe's top

Commission's appeal against COVID vaccine contract disclosures should be dismissed, court adviser says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Kremlin shrugs off planned new EU sanctions on Russian banks

The Kremlin on Thursday shrugged off the prospect of new European Union sanctions against its banks, saying they had already been operating under sanctions for a long time

Kremlin shrugs off planned new EU sanctions on Russian banks
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Learning to love the inflation

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Markets are getting hit on several fronts: war, inflation, interest

Learning to love the inflation
Africa|Health|Science|World

A cracked coffin, a funeral and the hunt for Ebola's patient zero

By the time the truck pulled away from the morgue in Bunia, the morning heat hung heavily over the road to Mongbwalu.

A cracked coffin, a funeral and the hunt for Ebola's patient zero
Europe|Travel|World

Pope Leo says history will condemn leaders who ignore migrant deaths

Pope Leo appealed to world leaders on Thursday to treat migrants more humanely, warning in a visit to Spain's Canary Islands, one of Europe's

Pope Leo says history will condemn leaders who ignore migrant deaths
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Wall St set to gain on tech rebound, Middle East in focus

U.S. stocks were set to open higher on Thursday, as investors sought bargains in beaten-down technology stocks and kept a close watch on

Wall St set to gain on tech rebound, Middle East in focus
Business|Economy|Finance|World

India demands end to US attacks on ships after three sailors killed

India urged the United States to halt strikes on shipping on Thursday after three U.S. attacks on Indian-crewed

India demands end to US attacks on ships after three sailors killed
Business|Economy|World

China cancels high-level meetings with EU, FT reports

China cancelled at short notice two diplomatic meetings planned with the European Union in Beijing this month, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with

China cancels high-level meetings with EU, FT reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Ryanair, Europe’s biggest airline, investigated for charging parents to sit with their children

Ryanair, Europe’s biggest airline, investigated for charging parents to sit with their children

Ryanair, Europe’s biggest airline, investigated for charging parents to sit with their children
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Serena Williams' comeback at the Queen's Club is over after injury to doubles partner

Serena Williams’ much-hyped comeback to professional tennis in London has lasted just one match

Serena Williams' comeback at the Queen's Club is over after injury to doubles partner
Sports|US|World

Athletics-United States' Tharp breaks 110m hurdles world record

American Ja'Kobe Tharp broke the 110 metres hurdles world record with a blistering time of 12.75 seconds at the NCAA outdoor track and field championships at Hayward Field in

Athletics-United States' Tharp breaks 110m hurdles world record
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Sweden drops plan to jail violent offenders as young as 13

Sweden's government said on Thursday it had dropped plans to lock up violent offenders as young as 13 in special prison units as there was not enough support for the

Sweden drops plan to jail violent offenders as young as 13
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ousted Turkish opposition leader's team resigns to trigger chairman vote

The team of the ousted leader of Turkey's main opposition, Ozgur Ozel, has resigned from the party's assembly, his office said on Thursday, adding that the move should

Ousted Turkish opposition leader's team resigns to trigger chairman vote
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

BHP workers vote for strike action at Australian iron ore export hub

BHP workers at Port Hedland in Western Australia voted in favour of strike action, two unions said on Thursday, risking disruptions to iron ore shipments

BHP workers vote for strike action at Australian iron ore export hub
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Military helicopter crash in Pakistani Kashmir killed 22, security sources say

At least 22 personnel were killed in Wednesday's military helicopter crash in Pakistani Kashmir, security sources said on Thursday, as funeral processions were held

Military helicopter crash in Pakistani Kashmir killed 22, security sources say
Asia|Business|Crime|Environment|Political|World

Two killed in attacks by armed men in India's restive Manipur state, police say

At least two people from the Kuki community were killed in attacks by armed men in India's restive state of Manipur on Thursday, two senior police

Two killed in attacks by armed men in India's restive Manipur state, police say
Economy|Political|World

US, Iran haggle over frozen funds as they inch toward interim deal, sources say

Efforts to reach an interim deal to end hostilities between Iran and the United States have intensified, Iranian and western sources told

US, Iran haggle over frozen funds as they inch toward interim deal, sources say
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Kenya sees risks to fiscal consolidation, oil output to power Uganda's growth

Finance ministers across East Africa presented their 2026/27 budgets on Thursday as investors focused

Kenya sees risks to fiscal consolidation, oil output to power Uganda's growth
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

India monsoon slows; below-average rain seen over next two weeks

India is expected to receive below-average rainfall over the next two weeks, especially in central and northern regions, as "western disturbances" have

India monsoon slows; below-average rain seen over next two weeks
Science|Technology|World

NATO commander highlights critical role of data in modern combat

NATO's top military commander on Thursday highlighted the importance of battlefield data processing in modern warfare, pointing to conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

NATO commander highlights critical role of data in modern combat
Asia|Crime|World

A mass funeral is held for 22 Pakistani soldiers who died in a helicopter crash in Kashmir

Authorities say rescuers have recovered the remains of all 22 soldiers aboard a military helicopter that crashed in Pakistan-administered Kashmir the previous day

A mass funeral is held for 22 Pakistani soldiers who died in a helicopter crash in Kashmir
Crime|Technology|Travel|World

What an airline passenger encounters when they try to storm a cockpit

What an airline passenger encounters when they try to storm a cockpit

What an airline passenger encounters when they try to storm a cockpit
Crime|Europe|World

Police fire water cannon on second night of anti-immigrant protests in Northern Ireland

Police fire water cannon on second night of anti-immigrant protests in Northern Ireland

Police fire water cannon on second night of anti-immigrant protests in Northern Ireland
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

What to know about the growing opposition to Trump family-linked resort in Albania

A massive coastal development project linked to Jared Kushner is facing resistance in Albania

What to know about the growing opposition to Trump family-linked resort in Albania
Business|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Asics' 'Kill Bill' sneaker brand Onitsuka Tiger laces up for global expansion

Asics' Onitsuka Tiger, famed for its yellow and black sneakers, is embarking on a global expansion to capitalise on booming

Asics' 'Kill Bill' sneaker brand Onitsuka Tiger laces up for global expansion
World

The Latest: Iran and US exchange fire for second day as hostilities escalate in Mideast region

Hostilities between the U.S. and Iran have escalated, with Iran retaliating against U.S. air and cruise missile strikes

The Latest: Iran and US exchange fire for second day as hostilities escalate in Mideast region
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ's pivotal moment muddied by Ueda's absence

Heading into a defining week, Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda's absence leaves the central bank with a jarring optics problem just as it seeks to cement

BOJ's pivotal moment muddied by Ueda's absence
Asia|Crime|World

Thai court sentences two Uyghur men to death for 2015 Bangkok bombing

A Thai court handed out death sentences on Thursday to two ethnic Uyghur men from the northwestern Chinese region of Xinjiang for a 2015 bombing in the centre of Bangkok

Thai court sentences two Uyghur men to death for 2015 Bangkok bombing
Asia|Crime|World

Thai court sentences 2 Uyghur men to death over 2015 Bangkok bombing that killed 20

A court in Thailand has sentenced two Uyghur men to death for a 2015 bombing at Bangkok's Erawan shrine

Thai court sentences 2 Uyghur men to death over 2015 Bangkok bombing that killed 20
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|World

Kiel Institute cuts 2027 German growth forecast as energy shock weighs

Germany's economy is expected to recover more slowly than expected as higher energy prices linked to the Iran war weigh on households, companies and

Kiel Institute cuts 2027 German growth forecast as energy shock weighs
Business|Economy|Health|Science|World

Project Nashville: GSK boosts oncology rebuild with $11 billion Nuvalent deal

GSK's record $10.6 billion deal for U.S. company Nuvalent will accelerate the British drugmaker's rebuild of its cancer drug business as

Project Nashville: GSK boosts oncology rebuild with $11 billion Nuvalent deal
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Beijing's investment clampdown clouds outlook for Hong Kong banks, insurers

China's crackdown on cross-border investments is set to weigh on the lucrative businesses of banks, insurers and wealth managers in Hong Kong that tap into the riches of mainland

Beijing's investment clampdown clouds outlook for Hong Kong banks, insurers
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

French singer Bruel placed under formal investigation for rape and sexual assault

French singer and actor Patrick Bruel, one of France's top-selling recording artists, has been placed under formal investigation for rape, attempted rape, sexual assault,

French singer Bruel placed under formal investigation for rape and sexual assault
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine police chief says Russia recruits young women to kill Ukrainian servicemen

Ukraine's police chief has accused Russia of recruiting teenage Ukrainian girls to kill Ukrainian military personnel, following the arrest of a 17-year-old

Ukraine police chief says Russia recruits young women to kill Ukrainian servicemen
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

The 'King of the North' seeks a path to becoming Britain's next leader in a special election

About 75,000 voters in northwest England are about to make a significant decision

The 'King of the North' seeks a path to becoming Britain's next leader in a special election
Business|Economy|Travel|World

AirAsia X postpones Bahrain flight route due to regional conflict

Malaysian low-cost airline AirAsia X said on Thursday it has postponed the launch of its planned service via Bahrain until at least August due to the conflict in the

AirAsia X postpones Bahrain flight route due to regional conflict
Americas|Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Iran and Ukraine loom over G7 as France accommodates Trump

Wars in the Middle East and Ukraine are set to dominate next week’s Group of Seven summit, as host France crafts an agenda aimed

Iran and Ukraine loom over G7 as France accommodates Trump
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

World Bank says Indonesia's GDP to slow to 5% in 2026 as fiscal pressures rise

The World Bank said on Thursday that Indonesia's economic growth was expected to slow to 5% in 2026 as it comes under increasing fiscal strain from an ambitious spending

World Bank says Indonesia's GDP to slow to 5% in 2026 as fiscal pressures rise
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

German construction sector says downturn not over, urges faster action

Germany's construction sector has not yet emerged from its downturn, with a tentative recovery being hit by a new geopolitical price shock, the head of its main industry

German construction sector says downturn not over, urges faster action
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

The Miracle at MSG: What it was like to know you just saw something special

The Miracle at MSG: What it was like to know you just saw something special

The Miracle at MSG: What it was like to know you just saw something special
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Mexico City installed a chandelier in its metro for the World Cup. Then came the crush of memes

Chandelier and lamps reminiscent of “Harry Potter” or “Titanic” have been installed in Mexico City's busy Hidalgo metro station

Mexico City installed a chandelier in its metro for the World Cup. Then came the crush of memes
Business|Environment|Science|World

Philippine town seeks immediate airlift of food to ease hunger in quake-hit villages

The mayor of a quake-hit southern Philippine town is pleading for air force helicopters to transport food to stave off hunger in places isolated by landslides

Philippine town seeks immediate airlift of food to ease hunger in quake-hit villages
Africa|Political|Sports|World

Somali World Cup referee denied US entry ahead of World Cup

The Trump administration is defending its decision to bar Omar Abdul-Kadir Artan from entering the US, just days before the FIFA World Cup, over alleged links to a terrorist group. Artan, who was named Africa’s top male referee in 2025, would have been the first Somali to referee at the tournament. CNN’s Larry Madowo reports.

Somali World Cup referee denied US entry ahead of World Cup
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan says it won't tolerate Chinese patrols, vows expulsions

Taiwan will not tolerate Chinese efforts to create a false impression of having jurisdiction over its waters, the island's coast guard said, vowing to "

Taiwan says it won't tolerate Chinese patrols, vows expulsions
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Police blast water cannons at Belfast protesters as unrest flares again after stabbing

Police have used water cannons on protesters in Northern Ireland after violence erupted a second night over a stabbing in Belfast

Police blast water cannons at Belfast protesters as unrest flares again after stabbing
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

G7 summit at Swiss-French border brings tight security in case violent protests occur

French and Swiss authorities are imposing pandemic-like border restrictions as the G7 summit begins

G7 summit at Swiss-French border brings tight security in case violent protests occur
Business|Economy|Technology|World

China's Changchun unveils auto revamp plan, seeks BYD and Xiaomi to boost EV push

China's northeastern city of Changchun, home to the country's oldest automaker FAW Group, has released a draft plan through 2030 to revamp its decades-old auto sector,

China's Changchun unveils auto revamp plan, seeks BYD and Xiaomi to boost EV push
Business|Economy|Environment|Sports|World

Vietnam's Vingroup forges ahead with 'world's largest stadium' despite demand doubts

Vietnam's Vingroup is accelerating construction in Hanoi of what it says will be the world's largest stadium, betting that future demand will emerge

Vietnam's Vingroup forges ahead with 'world's largest stadium' despite demand doubts
Crime|Health|World

Blast in China's Guangxi kills seven, injures 17

An explosion killed seven people early on Thursday in China's southwestern region of Guangxi, local authorities said in a notice, adding that they were investigating its

Blast in China's Guangxi kills seven, injures 17
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Tech and war jitters sap confidence

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Oil is back on the boil and equity markets are struggling to find a floor after this week's selloff triggered by fresh

Tech and war jitters sap confidence
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Pope honors Barcelona's Sagrada Familia as masterpiece of stone, color and light on Gaudí centenary

Pope Leo XIV has celebrated the Sagrada Familia Basilica as a masterpiece of “stones, colors and light.”

Pope honors Barcelona's Sagrada Familia as masterpiece of stone, color and light on Gaudí centenary
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

The secrets behind a memorable World Cup anthem, from Shakira and more

What makes a memorable FIFA World Cup anthem

The secrets behind a memorable World Cup anthem, from Shakira and more
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Political|Sports|Travel|World

The World Cup is in desperate need of a vibe shift. The matches have arrived just in time

The World Cup is in desperate need of a vibe shift. The matches have arrived just in time

The World Cup is in desperate need of a vibe shift. The matches have arrived just in time
Sports|World

Victor Wembanyama misses 2 late free throws in NBA Finals Game 4 as Spurs get pushed to the brink

For all the shots Victor Wembanyama hit to get the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals, the series is beginning to be defined by a few of his misses

Victor Wembanyama misses 2 late free throws in NBA Finals Game 4 as Spurs get pushed to the brink
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

A 5-run lead slips away as Shohei Ohtani rues a missed ABS challenge in a 9-8 loss

Shohei Ohtani's deference to his catchers might have cost the Los Angeles Dodgers in a 9-8 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates

A 5-run lead slips away as Shohei Ohtani rues a missed ABS challenge in a 9-8 loss
Business|Crime|Economy|World

US Department of Justice formally moves to drop Halkbank case

The U.S.

US Department of Justice formally moves to drop Halkbank case
Economy|Education|Environment|World

UNHCR says fewer people displaced worldwide in 2025 but long-term refugee crisis persists

The number of people displaced worldwide by conflict and persecution fell in 2025 for the first time in a decade, but levels of refugees facing long-

UNHCR says fewer people displaced worldwide in 2025 but long-term refugee crisis persists
Business|Economy|Election|US|World

Trump lauds Armenia PM's 'decisive' election win in face of Russian pressure

U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on Wednesday for his Civil Contract party's 'decisive victory' in weekend elections.

Trump lauds Armenia PM's 'decisive' election win in face of Russian pressure
Political|World

US launches new strikes on Iran, which fires back at Gulf states and Jordan

The United States launched a second round of airstrikes on Iran and Iran has fired back at Gulf States after President Donald Trump warned that Tehran would “pay the price” for stalled negotiations

US launches new strikes on Iran, which fires back at Gulf states and Jordan
Business|Economy|Environment|World

UAW reaches deal with Dauch Corp after 10-day strike

The United Auto Workers has reached a deal with axle supplier Dauch Corp after a 10-day strike against the company at its Three Rivers, Michigan, plant,

UAW reaches deal with Dauch Corp after 10-day strike
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China's control over indium phosphide exports threatens AI data centre rollout

Barely a week after Nvidia-backed chipmaker Coherent warned of a shortage of indium phosphide in an earnings call in early May, its CEO Jim

China's control over indium phosphide exports threatens AI data centre rollout
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan business mood sours in April-June as Middle East war hits

Japanese business sentiment soured in April-June for the first time in four quarters, a government survey showed on Thursday, a sign of growing economic pain from the Middle

Japan business mood sours in April-June as Middle East war hits
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russian-held Sevastopol suspends fuel distribution as Zelenskiy praises attacks on energy assets

The governor of Sevastopol in Russian-held Crimea said on Wednesday that plans for distributing rationed petrol had been delayed because

Russian-held Sevastopol suspends fuel distribution as Zelenskiy praises attacks on energy assets
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Carney says opening of Canada-US bridge may take 'a little longer'

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new bridge across the Detroit River that U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block may take longer to open than anticipated

Carney says opening of Canada-US bridge may take 'a little longer'
Economy|Education|Health|Technology|World

Canada seeks to ban social media accounts for children under 16, joining growing global effort

Canada has introduced legislation that could bar children younger than 16 from possessing social media accounts, joining a growing global effort to tighten safety protections

Canada seeks to ban social media accounts for children under 16, joining growing global effort
Crime|Technology|World

US charges suspected Russian hacker with facilitating cyber campaign

A suspected Russian hacker is in U.S. custody after being extradited from Thailand and has been charged with facilitating a campaign of cyberattacks carried

US charges suspected Russian hacker with facilitating cyber campaign
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Prosecutor casts Palisades arson suspect as dejected loner, angry at society

A federal prosecutor told jurors on Wednesday that 30-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht - feeling lonely and dejected over a breakup, and angry at society

Prosecutor casts Palisades arson suspect as dejected loner, angry at society
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US judge denies request to temporarily halt Trump's abandoned 'weaponization' fund

A U.S. judge on Wednesday blocked a request to temporarily halt President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion "weaponization" fund, citing Justice

US judge denies request to temporarily halt Trump's abandoned 'weaponization' fund
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK property market remains fragile and landlords curb rentals

Britain's housing market remained in the doldrums last month despite a hint that buyers might be recovering a bit of interest, a survey showed on Thursday.

UK property market remains fragile and landlords curb rentals
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Thai farm debt crisis deepens in early test for Anutin's government

Ahead of Thailand's February general election, politicians often came to court voters like 69-year-old rice farmer Chaon

Thai farm debt crisis deepens in early test for Anutin's government
Economy|Political|World

White House defends Cuba sanctions as UN warns of harm

The Trump administration defended its sanctions on Cuba on Wednesday after the United Nations' human rights chief warned U.S. actions were causing "

White House defends Cuba sanctions as UN warns of harm
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Venezuela deploys troops against illegal miners in key gold belt

Venezuela has deployed troops to target illegal groups controlling key gold deposits, according to local residents and human rights activists, as the government seeks to attract

Venezuela deploys troops against illegal miners in key gold belt
World

US, Iran exchange attacks as Trump threatens further escalation

The United States launched new strikes against multiple targets overnight in Iran, the U.S. military said on Wednesday, as

US, Iran exchange attacks as Trump threatens further escalation
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

Outcry in Indonesia after police find toddlers tied up at daycare centre

When Aldewa Anjasmara Halip's three-year-old daughter cried hysterically every time she was due to attend a daycare

Outcry in Indonesia after police find toddlers tied up at daycare centre
Crime|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|US|World

US military says none of its warships struck in Strait of Hormuz

No U.S. warships have been struck in the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. military said on Wednesday, after Iran's state media said initial reports indicated U.S. ships near the strait

US military says none of its warships struck in Strait of Hormuz
Business|Election|Finance|Political|World

Colombia's De la Espriella leads Cepeda in runoff poll

Colombian right-wing presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella leads leftist rival Ivan Cepeda ahead of the June 21 runoff, according to an AtlasIntel poll published

Colombia's De la Espriella leads Cepeda in runoff poll
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The Latest: US says it is striking targets in Iran again as tensions escalate

The U.S. has launched airstrikes against Iran, and President Donald Trump says more are coming, as Tehran fired back at countries in the region

The Latest: US says it is striking targets in Iran again as tensions escalate
Arts|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

$60M and 7 federal agencies required to stage Trump's UFC fight at White House

President Donald Trump's UFC fight on the White House's South Lawn requires a monumental effort from more than seven federal agencies, hundreds of staff working onsite daily and about $60 million

$60M and 7 federal agencies required to stage Trump's UFC fight at White House
Crime|Political|US|World

A burning cross in a Chicago park shocks residents and has police searching for who did it

Chicago police are urging residents to come forward with any information about a cross burning in a public park

A burning cross in a Chicago park shocks residents and has police searching for who did it
Crime|Health|MidEast|World

Prominent Gazan doctor held by Israel without charge appears before Supreme Court

A prominent Palestinian doctor captured by the Israeli military

Prominent Gazan doctor held by Israel without charge appears before Supreme Court
Business|Education|Health|Technology|World

Canada introduces legislation to ban social media for children under 16, regulate AI chatbots

The Canadian government introduced a digital safety bill on Wednesday that would ban social media for children under 16 with exemptions for platforms that

Canada introduces legislation to ban social media for children under 16, regulate AI chatbots
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Frasers Group launches €2 billion takeover offer for struggling Hugo Boss

Frasers Group, the retailer controlled by British billionaire Mike Ashley, launched a €2 billion ($2.31 billion) takeover offer for struggling

Frasers Group launches €2 billion takeover offer for struggling Hugo Boss
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

States sue Trump administration over anti-DEI terms in federal contracts

Democratic state officials filed a lawsuit on Wednesday claiming federal agencies have flouted the law by hastily implementing President Donald Trump's executive

States sue Trump administration over anti-DEI terms in federal contracts
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Florida court allows use of new US House districts drawn by Republicans for midterm elections

The Florida Supreme Court has allowed the use of a new U.S. House map drawn by Republicans in the midterm elections

Florida court allows use of new US House districts drawn by Republicans for midterm elections
Americas|Crime|Economy|World

Nazi arsenal seized from Argentine vendor's home

Buenos Aires provincial police on Wednesday announced the seizure of Nazi uniforms, weapons, ammunition and accessories from the home

Nazi arsenal seized from Argentine vendor's home
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Trading Day: Sizzling AI now fizzling

Another heavy selloff in tech dragged U.S. and global stocks lower on Wednesday, and wider investor sentiment was rocked and oil prices rose

Trading Day: Sizzling AI now fizzling
Business|Economy|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-'Chill, Relax': Infantino defends FIFA over World Cup visa issues

"Chill, relax" was Gianni Infantino's message on Wednesday as the FIFA president sought to defuse concerns over visa issues

Soccer-'Chill, Relax': Infantino defends FIFA over World Cup visa issues
Political|US|World

Two House Republicans to meet with the leader of Taiwan's Beijing-friendly opposition party

Two leading House Republicans are meeting with Taiwan’s opposition leader as she travels to Washington this week

Two House Republicans to meet with the leader of Taiwan's Beijing-friendly opposition party
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says US might not renew North America trade deal

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the U.S. might not renew its free trade agreement with Canada and Mexico and criticized trade deficits

Trump says US might not renew North America trade deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Equities drop, oil rallies with Iran-US tensions and high inflation in focus

MSCI's global equities index fell 1.5% on Wednesday after

Equities drop, oil rallies with Iran-US tensions and high inflation in focus
Africa|Health|World

Congo’s Ebola outbreak spreads to new health zone

Congo's Ebola outbreak has spread to a new health zone in the northeastern province of Ituri, authorities said on Wednesday, as fresh infections underline sustained

Congo’s Ebola outbreak spreads to new health zone
Business|Economy|Technology|World

OpenAI says Chinese propaganda is being deployed to foment dissent over tariffs, data centers

Chinese propagandists have been trying to use OpenAI's flagship chat to gin up opposition to Donald Trump's tariffs and intervene in American debates over data centers

OpenAI says Chinese propaganda is being deployed to foment dissent over tariffs, data centers
MidEast|Political|US|World

Hegseth: US to bomb 'key facilities' in Iran on Wednesday

U.S.

Hegseth: US to bomb 'key facilities' in Iran on Wednesday
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports|World

Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's Club in jeopardy after Victoria Mboko injury

Serena Williams’ doubles campaign at Queen’s Club could be over after one match

Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's Club in jeopardy after Victoria Mboko injury
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge rejects watchdog's bid to block Trump administration's $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund

A federal judge has rejected a government watchdog’s request for a court order temporarily blocking the Trump administration from forging ahead with a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for compensating people who claim to be victims of a weaponized government

Judge rejects watchdog's bid to block Trump administration's $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund
Business|Crime|Finance|World

Bill Gates testifies about his ties to Epstein, calls meeting him a 'grave error in judgment'

Bill Gates says he made an error in judgment by ever meeting with Jeffrey Epstein as the Microsoft co-founder faces questions behind closed doors from lawmakers about his relationship with the disgraced financier

Bill Gates testifies about his ties to Epstein, calls meeting him a 'grave error in judgment'
Sports|World

FIFA's Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended World Cup ticket prices by saying they align with North American sports

FIFA's Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry
Economy|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Celebrations clash with social tensions in Mexico on the eve of the World Cup

Mexico City welcomes the world with the opening ceremonies of the FIFA World Cup on Thursday, but social tensions are rising

Celebrations clash with social tensions in Mexico on the eve of the World Cup
Business|Economy|Political|World

Saudi Arabia lifts 5-year ban on Lebanese imports, marking a thaw in Gulf-Lebanon ties

Saudi Arabia has ended its five-year ban on Lebanese imports, a significant move to rebuild relations between Lebanon and Gulf countries

Saudi Arabia lifts 5-year ban on Lebanese imports, marking a thaw in Gulf-Lebanon ties
Crime|Technology|World

FBI seizes 13 websites that officials say were used by China to target and recruit US workers

The FBI has seized more than a dozen websites that officials say were part of a Chinese effort to target American workers who have access to classified or sensitive government information

FBI seizes 13 websites that officials say were used by China to target and recruit US workers
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|World

FBI seizes over a dozen websites it says were used by Chinese agents to recruit US officials

FBI seizes over a dozen websites it says were used by Chinese agents to recruit US officials

FBI seizes over a dozen websites it says were used by Chinese agents to recruit US officials
Crime|Europe|Political|Travel|World

With Pope Leo's blessing, Barcelona's Sagrada Familia reaches new heights

Pope Leo visited Barcelona's Sagrada Familia on Wednesday and inaugurated the newest of its soaring geometric spires that makes the

With Pope Leo's blessing, Barcelona's Sagrada Familia reaches new heights
Business|Economy|Political|World

White House to meet defense firms to talk about ramping up production, sources say

The Trump administration plans to meet executives from the biggest U.S. defense contractors at the White House as soon as next week to discuss

White House to meet defense firms to talk about ramping up production, sources say
Crime|Technology|World

US seizes 13 website domains tied to alleged Chinese intelligence collection

Federal authorities announced on Wednesday the seizure of 13 internet domains tied to what the U.S.

US seizes 13 website domains tied to alleged Chinese intelligence collection
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Knife attack victim's family calls for calm after anti-immigrant violence in Belfast

The family of a man who lost an eye in a knife attack appealed for calm on Wednesday after the incident triggered a wave of anti-

Knife attack victim's family calls for calm after anti-immigrant violence in Belfast
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic urges US not to block state AI laws without setting federal standards

Anthropic called on the U.S.

Anthropic urges US not to block state AI laws without setting federal standards
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World

Another sell-off for AI stocks knocks Wall Street back to where it was 5 weeks ago

Another sell-off for artificial-intelligence stocks dragged the U.S. market sharply lower

Another sell-off for AI stocks knocks Wall Street back to where it was 5 weeks ago
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Tesla gets go-ahead to sell self-driving technology in Belgium

Tesla Full Self-Driving supervised driver assistance software has been

Tesla gets go-ahead to sell self-driving technology in Belgium
Business|Economy|World

US Justice Department subpoenas major banks over alleged 'debanking,' source says

The U.S.

US Justice Department subpoenas major banks over alleged 'debanking,' source says
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

US announces additional $20 million for Ebola response

The U.S.

US announces additional $20 million for Ebola response
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Wall Street indexes fall more than 1%, hit by tech, Iran war worries

The major U.S. stock indexes ended more than 1% lower on Wednesday, with chipmaker shares extending recent declines and with renewed tensions

Wall Street indexes fall more than 1%, hit by tech, Iran war worries
Business|Economy|Political|World

US May budget deficit shrinks but customs collections turn negative due to tariff refunds

The U.S. budget deficit for May fell $23 billion or 7% to $293 billion due largely to prior-year calendar shifts in benefit payments as both outlays and

US May budget deficit shrinks but customs collections turn negative due to tariff refunds
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

Shareholder challenge to Thomson Reuters over ICE contracts wins only slim support

A shareholder resolution calling on content and technology company Thomson Reuters to review the human rights implications of its work with U.S. immigration

Shareholder challenge to Thomson Reuters over ICE contracts wins only slim support
Business|Economy|World

Bank of Mexico says financial system remains solid, warns of geopolitical risk

Mexico's financial system remains solid and can handle adverse situations, the central bank said on Wednesday, while

Bank of Mexico says financial system remains solid, warns of geopolitical risk
Business|Political|Sports|World

UFC fighters say they're honored to compete in front of President Trump on card at the White House

UFC heavyweight Josh Hokit is embracing his bold style ahead of the company's debut at the White House

UFC fighters say they're honored to compete in front of President Trump on card at the White House
Business|Environment|Europe|World

Albania protests swell as opposition to Kushner resort persists

Thousands took to the streets of Albania's capital Tirana on Wednesday in the largest demonstration yet against the development of a

Albania protests swell as opposition to Kushner resort persists
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Pope blesses Barcelona’s Gaudi-designed towering architectural masterpiece

Pope blesses Barcelona’s Gaudi-designed towering architectural masterpiece

Pope blesses Barcelona’s Gaudi-designed towering architectural masterpiece
Arts|Entertainment|Food|Interview|Sports|Travel|World

FIFA World Cup excitement in the South Bay kicks off at Santa Clara night market

FIFA World Cup excitement in the South Bay kicks off at Santa Clara night market

FIFA World Cup excitement in the South Bay kicks off at Santa Clara night market
Crime|World

'Adds another layer': New sheriff's K-9 now working at courthouse

'Adds another layer': New sheriff's K-9 now working at courthouse

'Adds another layer': New sheriff's K-9 now working at courthouse
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

As FIFA entices a new generation of fans, a Brazil influencer's platform will stream all 104 games

In Brazil, home of soccer-mad fans and the five-time world champions, the only way to watch all 104 games of the World Cup will be through the streaming platform anchored by a digital influencer

As FIFA entices a new generation of fans, a Brazil influencer's platform will stream all 104 games
Economy|Opinion|Sports|World

Seat the rich! World Cup ticket inflation reflects widening gap between haves and have-nots

The wild swings of dynamic pricing, ongoing accusations of FIFA corruption and questions of host-nation probity have created a huge backlash.

Seat the rich! World Cup ticket inflation reflects widening gap between haves and have-nots
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

'I love the inflation,' Trump says as prices rise amid Iran war

President Donald Trump on Wednesday appeared to embrace data showing inflation has risen more than 4%, telling reporters that he "loved"

'I love the inflation,' Trump says as prices rise amid Iran war
Business|Science|Technology|World

Microsoft limits employee use of Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 over data retention concerns, The Verge reports

Microsoft is limiting employees' use of Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 because of the AI startup's new data retention requirements, The Verge reported on Wednesday, citing sources.

Microsoft limits employee use of Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 over data retention concerns, The Verge reports
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

AI boom sparks rally, frenzy and fear

An AI boom has driven stock markets to record highs, big tech firms are piling hundreds of billions of dollars into new tech,

AI boom sparks rally, frenzy and fear
Health|Sports|World

Health sleuths are watching for disease threats during the World Cup

Health officials will be on high alert for germs as millions of soccer fans gather for World Cup matches

Health sleuths are watching for disease threats during the World Cup
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says US will attack Iran 'very hard' and has taken oil through Hormuz

U.S.

Trump says US will attack Iran 'very hard' and has taken oil through Hormuz
Business|Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Political|World

Southern Baptists vote to advance a formal ban on churches with women pastors

Thousands of Southern Baptists have voted overwhelmingly to advance a formal ban on churches with women pastors in the nation’s largest conservative evangelical denomination

Southern Baptists vote to advance a formal ban on churches with women pastors
Health|Science|US|World

OB-GYN group makes vaccine recommendations for the first time

A prominent OB-GYN group announced a set of vaccine recommendations on Wednesday that differs from what the U.S. government advises

OB-GYN group makes vaccine recommendations for the first time
Crime|US|World

Police pursuit leaves one person dead after car crashes into home

Police pursuit leaves one person dead after car crashes into home

Police pursuit leaves one person dead after car crashes into home
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|World

Climate change makes once-rare coastal floods more likely, study says

New research shows that extreme floods in coastal areas are becoming more common as climate change causes sea levels to rise

Climate change makes once-rare coastal floods more likely, study says
Crime|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Guadalajara ramps up security and promises safe World Cup after cartel violence scare

With the World Cup about to begin, heavily armed police and National Guard officers are patrolling the streets of Guadalajara

Guadalajara ramps up security and promises safe World Cup after cartel violence scare
Crime|Education|Political|World

Feds charge 8 pro-Palestinian activists with conspiring to intimidate U of Michigan officials

Federal prosecutors have unsealed an indictment against eight pro-Palestinian activists accused of conspiring to run a criminal intimidation campaign against University of Michigan officials while trying to force the school to cut financial ties to Israel

Feds charge 8 pro-Palestinian activists with conspiring to intimidate U of Michigan officials
Arts|Business|Entertainment|World

At Ted Turner tribute, CNN journalists vow to uphold independence in uncertain times

At Ted Turner tribute, CNN journalists vow to uphold independence in uncertain times

At Ted Turner tribute, CNN journalists vow to uphold independence in uncertain times
Asia|Crime|Economy|World

Six men found dead after abduction in India's Manipur, police says

Six men from the Naga community in India's northeastern Manipur state have died after they were believed to have been taken hostage by an armed group nearly a

Six men found dead after abduction in India's Manipur, police says
Americas|Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Count slows in Peru as presidency likely hinges on contested votes

The count to determine Peru's next president slowed and narrowed again as it entered its fourth day on Wednesday with the race still up

Count slows in Peru as presidency likely hinges on contested votes
Europe|Health|World

US doctor isolated in Czech hospital for Ebola monitoring released, heading home

A U.S. doctor who was transferred to a Czech hospital from Uganda last month as a precaution after having contact with a patient with Ebola has been released and is on his

US doctor isolated in Czech hospital for Ebola monitoring released, heading home
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Oil prices jump after Trump threatens to hit Iran 'very hard'

Oil prices rose nearly $3 a barrel on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said the U.S. is going to attack Iran "very hard" if no peace deal is

Oil prices jump after Trump threatens to hit Iran 'very hard'
Health|Science|World

Motorcycle taxi drivers in Congo rally for Ebola awareness as attacks hinder response

Dozens of motorcycle taxi drivers have joined an Ebola awareness caravan in eastern Congo

Motorcycle taxi drivers in Congo rally for Ebola awareness as attacks hinder response
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street indexes fall more than 1%, hit by tech, Iran war worries

The major U.S. stock indexes ended more than 1% lower on Wednesday, with chipmaker shares extending recent declines and with renewed tensions

Wall Street indexes fall more than 1%, hit by tech, Iran war worries
Economy|Science|Technology|World

US shortens cyber fix window to three days as AI threats rise

The U.S. cyber defense agency said on Wednesday that government officials now have three days to deal with the most serious categories of digital

US shortens cyber fix window to three days as AI threats rise
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Political|World

Colombia leftist Cepeda will accept election result, does not rule out protests

Colombian leftist presidential hopeful Ivan Cepeda told Reuters he will recognize the results of a runoff vote this month even if

Colombia leftist Cepeda will accept election result, does not rule out protests
Business|Economy|Technology|World

EU and South Korea deepen ties with digital pact to bolster trade

The European Union and South Korea signed a digital trade agreement on Wednesday designed to make digital transactions easier and further cement

EU and South Korea deepen ties with digital pact to bolster trade
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Sports|Stock Markets|US|World

US derivatives regulator maps out rules for soaring prediction market industry

The top U.S. derivatives regulator on Wednesday released new draft regulations governing the burgeoning prediction markets industry, seeking to cement federal

US derivatives regulator maps out rules for soaring prediction market industry
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Russian government wins right to change debt, spending plans with no public hearings

MOSCOW, June 10 - Russia's parliament on Wednesday voted in favour of a law that enables the government to increase spending and debt without the lengthy process of amending the budget law, which in

Russian government wins right to change debt, spending plans with no public hearings
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Senate Democrats say they have been snubbed on election security briefings

Democrats in the U.S.

Senate Democrats say they have been snubbed on election security briefings
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|World

Italy fines Philip Morris €7 million over 'smoke-free' marketing claims

Italy's competition authority on Wednesday slapped a €7 million ($8.1 million) fine on Philip Morris' Italian unit over allegedly misleading marketing for non-combustion

Italy fines Philip Morris €7 million over 'smoke-free' marketing claims
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

With surveillance program at risk, Trump tries to end standoff over spy chief

U.S.

With surveillance program at risk, Trump tries to end standoff over spy chief
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Putin signals key rate cuts as his central banker is on sick leave

Russian President Vladimir Putin told top officials on Wednesday that there are grounds to expect a cut in the central bank's key interest rate when it meets next week, and

Putin signals key rate cuts as his central banker is on sick leave
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Israeli settlers impeded firefighting near Christian West Bank village, Palestinians say

By Ali Sawafta TAYBEH, West Bank, June 10 - Israeli settlers obstructed Palestinians putting out a large blaze near a Christian village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank late on Tuesday, a local

Israeli settlers impeded firefighting near Christian West Bank village, Palestinians say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

European shares steady as investors weigh US-Iran flare-up

Europe's STOXX 600 ended a choppy session little changed on Wednesday, as investors weighed a renewed flare-up in tensions

European shares steady as investors weigh US-Iran flare-up
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US consumer inflation vaults above 4% as Iran war boosts energy prices

U.S. consumer inflation increased at its fastest pace in three years in May, boosted by surging prices for energy products amid the Middle East

US consumer inflation vaults above 4% as Iran war boosts energy prices
Business|Economy|Political|World

US hits China- and Hong Kong-based entities with sanctions over Iran weapons

The U.S. government on Wednesday said it was imposing sanctions against 11 people and entities, including several based in China and Hong Kong, for supporting weapons

US hits China- and Hong Kong-based entities with sanctions over Iran weapons
Education|World

A Pentagon list overhaul puts Mormon church’s Christian identity back in the spotlight

The Pentagon’s recent revision to its list of Christian religions has reignited a long-standing debate about whether The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a Christian denomination

A Pentagon list overhaul puts Mormon church’s Christian identity back in the spotlight
Crime|Interview|US|World

Vance suggested Tucker Carlson interview Ghislaine Maxwell amid Epstein fallout, new book reveals

Vance suggested Tucker Carlson interview Ghislaine Maxwell amid Epstein fallout, new book reveals

Vance suggested Tucker Carlson interview Ghislaine Maxwell amid Epstein fallout, new book reveals
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Deadly Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan end a month of calm

Pakistan has launched new airstrikes on Afghanistan, ending a month of calm and escalating what Islamabad previously called “open war” between the neighbors

Deadly Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan end a month of calm
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Deadly Indonesia floods wiped out at least 7% of rare orangutan population, report says

Deadly floods and landslides in Indonesia's Sumatra last year have wiped out at least 7% of the total population of the critically endangered Tapanuli

Deadly Indonesia floods wiped out at least 7% of rare orangutan population, report says
Sports|World

Lionel Messi shines on eve of World Cup

Lionel Messi shines on eve of World Cup

Lionel Messi shines on eve of World Cup
Africa|Sports|US|World

Somali soccer referee denied entry to US for World Cup is welcomed home as a hero

Omar Artan, the soccer referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup tournament, has returned home to a hero's welcome by supporters and officials

Somali soccer referee denied entry to US for World Cup is welcomed home as a hero
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump signs bill giving nearly $70B to his immigration enforcement agenda through end of his term

President Donald Trump's immigration and deportation agenda is getting a nearly $70 billion boost through the end of his term

Trump signs bill giving nearly $70B to his immigration enforcement agenda through end of his term
Africa|Business|Crime|Lifestyle|World

Mass shooting leaves 12 dead and at least 9 hurt in an impoverished South Africa community

At least 12 people are dead and nine more were injured in a mass shooting in a Johannesburg suburb

Mass shooting leaves 12 dead and at least 9 hurt in an impoverished South Africa community
Crime|Sports|Technology|US|World

Soccer-World Cup security planners race to counter drone risks

Security planners for the World Cup are preparing for drones to pose one of the tournament's most complicated threats, as officials seek to protect

Soccer-World Cup security planners race to counter drone risks
Political|World

Israeli airstrikes kill 13 in south Lebanon, Lebanese sources say

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 13 people on Wednesday, Lebanese security sources said, as Israel pressed its campaign against Hezbollah and the Iran

Israeli airstrikes kill 13 in south Lebanon, Lebanese sources say
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Trump nominee to head Bureau of Labor Statistics does not believe data were faked

Brett Matsumoto, President Donald Trump's nominee to head the U.S.

Trump nominee to head Bureau of Labor Statistics does not believe data were faked
Political|Sports|Travel|World

After troubled World Cup lead-in, UN human rights chief urges 'rethink' of US immigration policy

The United Nations’ top human rights official called Wednesday for a “massive rethink” of immigration policies especially in the United States ahead of the World Cup

After troubled World Cup lead-in, UN human rights chief urges 'rethink' of US immigration policy
Europe|Sports|World

Pochettino says no Americans among top 100 players yet US can win World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino has been blunt about American soccer talent

Pochettino says no Americans among top 100 players yet US can win World Cup
Environment|Health|Science|Travel|World

An ancient whale graveyard in the Indian Ocean teems with life

Scientists have unearthed marine communities thriving on a millions-year-old whale graveyard

An ancient whale graveyard in the Indian Ocean teems with life
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UN to send investigators to Lebanon over potential law breaches, rights chief says

The UN human rights office will deploy a team of investigators to Lebanon next week to assess potential violations of international law by all parties during the current

UN to send investigators to Lebanon over potential law breaches, rights chief says
Sports|World

Soccer-Argentina players' passport details leaked in security oversight

A security oversight leaked the passport details of every player in the Argentina squad for Tuesday's pre-World Cup warm-up friendly against Iceland, including Lionel Messi, media

Soccer-Argentina players' passport details leaked in security oversight
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Soccer-World Cup waterbreaks offer lucrative opportunity for broadcasters

With hot weather due and memories fresh of the scorching 2025 Club World Cup, FIFA has for the first time mandated three-minute hydration breaks in each

Soccer-World Cup waterbreaks offer lucrative opportunity for broadcasters
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Germany's Merz says new Franco-German air defence data project to be outlined by July

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday that German and French defence ministers will jointly outline a reworked collaboration project between the two countries

Germany's Merz says new Franco-German air defence data project to be outlined by July
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German air show opens under shadow of Iran war, fighter project collapse

Germany's ILA air show, among Europe's premier aerospace showcases, opened on Wednesday under the twin shadows of the Iran war and

German air show opens under shadow of Iran war, fighter project collapse
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Pentagon’s Hegseth warns Cuba that arms procurement could invite confrontation

U.S.

Pentagon’s Hegseth warns Cuba that arms procurement could invite confrontation
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Burning cross in Grant Park shocks passerby, prompts CPD investigation

Burning cross in Grant Park shocks passerby, prompts CPD investigation

Burning cross in Grant Park shocks passerby, prompts CPD investigation
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Ebola testing stalled in three Congo labs due to shortages, says WHO

Three laboratories in Democratic Republic of Congo have run out of supplies to test for Ebola, the World Health Organization said, as the outbreak of the

Ebola testing stalled in three Congo labs due to shortages, says WHO
Health|Science|World

Two babies from Congo orphanage die of Ebola, highlighting risk to children

After her mother died in late May, baby Buswaza was brought to a church-run orphanage in eastern

Two babies from Congo orphanage die of Ebola, highlighting risk to children
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Bank of Canada holds rates, sees few signs energy prices broadly fueling inflation

The Bank of Canada on Wednesday left its key interest rate unchanged as expected and said it was seeing limited evidence that higher energy prices were

Bank of Canada holds rates, sees few signs energy prices broadly fueling inflation
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An underground detector in China unveils its first major findings about mysterious ghost particles

A massive underground detector aimed at understanding the mysterious ghost particles in our universe has released its first major findings

An underground detector in China unveils its first major findings about mysterious ghost particles
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

World markets walk a tightrope between AI stocks and oil shocks

Tumult on world markets in the past week shows the economic outlook is now on a knife edge, investors said, with equal odds of an AI boom lifting growth or

World markets walk a tightrope between AI stocks and oil shocks
Science|World

IAEA board passes resolution demanding Iran report uranium stocks

The U.N. nuclear watchdog's 35-nation Board of Governors passed a U.S.-backed resolution on Wednesday telling Iran to declare its remaining enriched

IAEA board passes resolution demanding Iran report uranium stocks
Sports|US|World

Olympics-LA28 to open second ticket sale after selling 4 million in first release

Organizers of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics said on Wednesday they will open a second public ticket sale from August 10-20 after selling more than 4

Olympics-LA28 to open second ticket sale after selling 4 million in first release
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Wall St opens lower on tech losses, Middle East tensions

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Wednesday, as a selloff in technology stocks continued and renewed tensions between the U.S. and Iran overshadowed a tame May inflation

Wall St opens lower on tech losses, Middle East tensions
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Novelis restarts production at New York plant key to Ford trucks

Novelis said on Wednesday it had restarted production at its Oswego, New York facility, a plant key to Ford's F-150 pickup truck line, months after two fires halted operations.

Novelis restarts production at New York plant key to Ford trucks
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FAA says proposed Trump arch in Washington would need red obstruction lights

A U.S. agency said Wednesday that President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot (76 m) tall Independence Arch would need red safety lights but does not

FAA says proposed Trump arch in Washington would need red obstruction lights
Asia|Political|World

Yohei Kono, Japanese lawmaker who issued landmark apology over wartime brothels, dies at 89

Yohei Kono, who as Japan's chief cabinet secretary issued a landmark 1993 apology over women forced to work in wartime military brothels, has died. He was 89.

Yohei Kono, Japanese lawmaker who issued landmark apology over wartime brothels, dies at 89
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Stocks weigh as foreign investors pull $27 billion out of emerging market portfolios in May

Foreign investors pulled nearly $27 billion net from emerging market portfolios in May, partially reversing a rebound in April as equity selling in Asia

Stocks weigh as foreign investors pull $27 billion out of emerging market portfolios in May
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Head of Colombian legislative commission proposes suspension of president Petro

The president of Colombia's legislative Commission of Investigation and Accusation, Gloria Arizabaleta, has proposed suspending President Gustavo Petro from his duties

Head of Colombian legislative commission proposes suspension of president Petro
Business|Economy|Environment|World

OPEC oil output lowest since at least 2000 as US blockade squeezes Iran, Reuters survey shows

OPEC oil output in May hit its lowest in more than two decades, a Reuters survey found, as a U.S. naval blockade cut Iran's exports and Iran's effective

OPEC oil output lowest since at least 2000 as US blockade squeezes Iran, Reuters survey shows
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US business group says some critical minerals are 'nearly unobtainable' from China

U.S. access to critical minerals from China remains difficult due to export controls and licensing delays, a U.S. business lobby said on Wednesday,

US business group says some critical minerals are 'nearly unobtainable' from China
Election|Political|US|World

Trump-backed Republican Marty O'Donnell wins Nevada primary for key House seat

Marty O'Donnell, backed by U.S.

Trump-backed Republican Marty O'Donnell wins Nevada primary for key House seat
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Brazil Senate committee backs central bank autonomy despite Lula resistance

A Brazilian Senate committee on Wednesday advanced a bill to grant the central bank financial autonomy, boosting its independence in a move opposed by

Brazil Senate committee backs central bank autonomy despite Lula resistance
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Dollar slips as US inflation data keeps rate hike at bay

The dollar slipped on Wednesday after data showed U.S. consumer inflation rose to its highest level in three years in May, though the reading was in

Dollar slips as US inflation data keeps rate hike at bay
Africa|Asia|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Belfast's anti-migration violence brings back dark memories of the 'Troubles'

Staring at the burned out shell of his Belfast home, Jamie Corry said he would never get over the sight of watching his house go up in

Belfast's anti-migration violence brings back dark memories of the 'Troubles'
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US transport agency rescinds 'disparate impact' civil rights regulation

The U.S.

US transport agency rescinds 'disparate impact' civil rights regulation
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US inflation tops 4% for first time in three years as oil prices jump

US inflation tops 4% for first time in three years as oil prices jump

US inflation tops 4% for first time in three years as oil prices jump
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says Iran has taken too long to negotiate, will 'pay the price'

U.S.

Trump says Iran has taken too long to negotiate, will 'pay the price'
Business|Crime|Lifestyle|World

3 18-year-olds charged with first-degree murder in death of 64-year-old Kansas City, Kansas man

3 18-year-olds charged with first-degree murder in death of 64-year-old Kansas City, Kansas man

3 18-year-olds charged with first-degree murder in death of 64-year-old Kansas City, Kansas man
Asia|World

Pakistan army helicopter crashes in Kashmir because of technical fault, killing all on board

Pakistan's military says an army MI-17 helicopter has crashed because of a technical fault in Pakistan-administered Kashmir

Pakistan army helicopter crashes in Kashmir because of technical fault, killing all on board
Entertainment|Food|Sports|Travel|World

Paraguay fans are eager for their long-awaited World Cup return, in the country they now call home

Paraguayan fans are eager to see their national soccer team’s long-awaited return to the World Cup in the country they now call home

Paraguay fans are eager for their long-awaited World Cup return, in the country they now call home
Business|Technology|World

Porsche won't produce fully electric 911, dpa cites CEO as saying

Porsche will not produce a fully electric version of the 911 sports car, Porsche CEO Michael Leiters said at an event hosted by the magazine "Auto, Motor und Sport", news

Porsche won't produce fully electric 911, dpa cites CEO as saying
Business|Economy|Europe|World

EU assembly will back US deal, but US commitment uncertain, says EU lawmaker

The European Union is set to fulfil its side of the EU-U.S. trade deal through a vote in parliament next week, a senior lawmaker said on Wednesday, while expressing

EU assembly will back US deal, but US commitment uncertain, says EU lawmaker
Europe|Political|World

German air show opens under shadow of Iran war, fighter project collapse

Germany's ILA air show, among Europe's premier aerospace showcases, opened on Wednesday under the twin shadows of the Iran war and

German air show opens under shadow of Iran war, fighter project collapse
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia probes two car bombs in Moscow

Russian investigators said on Wednesday that they had arrested at least two suspects behind a car bombing in Moscow, detaining teenagers who the domestic security service

Russia probes two car bombs in Moscow
Asia|Business|Crime|World

Pakistan says all aboard military helicopter killed in crash in Pakistani Kashmir

All personnel on board a military helicopter have been killed in a crash near Muzaffarabad in Pakistani Kashmir, Pakistan's military said in a statement on

Pakistan says all aboard military helicopter killed in crash in Pakistani Kashmir
Business|Travel|World

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues

Airlines are gradually restoring some flights to the Middle East as regional carriers rebuild schedules after war-related disruption, though the conflict continues to disrupt wider

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues
Asia|Business|Crime|World

Hong Kong authorities charge seven people, two companies over deadly fire

Seven individuals and two companies were charged on Wednesday with 25 counts including manslaughter and conspiracy to defraud in relation to a deadly Hong Kong fire last

Hong Kong authorities charge seven people, two companies over deadly fire
Arts|Business|Opinion|Political|World

Chrystia Freeland's 'Unreliable Boyfriend' offers front-row seat to US-Canada tensions

Former Canada Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland is writing a book about her nation's tense relationship with the United States

Chrystia Freeland's 'Unreliable Boyfriend' offers front-row seat to US-Canada tensions
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Ukraine will face summer power shortages after Russian attacks, think tank says

Ukraine, whose energy system has been under constant Russian attack, will face power shortages and consumer outages in the summer months despite imports and strong output

Ukraine will face summer power shortages after Russian attacks, think tank says
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Allies condemn Iran's 'lethal plotting' in US, Europe, Australia

The United States, Australia, European allies and other countries condemned Iran-backed groups' plots to kill Iranian dissidents, journalists and Jewish communities in

Allies condemn Iran's 'lethal plotting' in US, Europe, Australia
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Traders keep bets on Fed rate hike by October

Traders of short-term U.S. interest rates edged away from bets that the Federal Reserve rate will deliver a rate hike as soon as September, but continued to show strong conviction

Traders keep bets on Fed rate hike by October
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Trump Media and TAE Technologies will not spin off Truth Social

Trump Media and Technology and TAE Technologies said on Wednesday that they had decided against spinning off Truth Social and certain other TMTG media assets into a new publicly

Trump Media and TAE Technologies will not spin off Truth Social
Economy|Sports|Travel|World

Haiti at the World Cup is more than an underdog tale – it is the story of global migration

For the first time since 1974, the Haitian men’s team has qualified for the World Cup. This is their story.

Haiti at the World Cup is more than an underdog tale – it is the story of global migration
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Visa, Mastercard $38 billion swipe fee settlement wins US judge's approval

A U.S. judge granted preliminary approval to Visa's and Mastercard's revised $38 billion settlement with merchants who accused the card networks of

Visa, Mastercard $38 billion swipe fee settlement wins US judge's approval
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine strikes key logistics in Russian-occupied south

Ukrainian forces struck the Russian-occupied port of Mariupol, Kyiv said on Wednesday, the latest in a series of drone attacks on logistics across a critical

Ukraine strikes key logistics in Russian-occupied south
Asia|Economy|Political|World

North Korea, China claim wins from Xi visit, but limits remain

North Korea and China both walked away claiming major wins from Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit this week to the isolated state, which

North Korea, China claim wins from Xi visit, but limits remain
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

The chips are blue

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets The unnerving thing about Tuesday's relapse in U.S. tech stocks is

The chips are blue
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Volatile summer weather threatens to turn World Cup into test of heat

The World Cup will kick off on Thursday under familiar North American summer threats: extreme heat, suffocating humidity and thunderstorms

Volatile summer weather threatens to turn World Cup into test of heat
Economy|Political|World

Russia praises Modi for lifting millions out of poverty during record rule

The Kremlin on Wednesday praised Narendra Modi for becoming India's longest-serving elected prime minister, saying that 250 million people had been pulled out of poverty

Russia praises Modi for lifting millions out of poverty during record rule
Health|Political|Sports|US|World

Trump setbacks fuel lame-duck talk as he turns 80

U.S.

Trump setbacks fuel lame-duck talk as he turns 80
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Brazil's Lula widens lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of presidential vote, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has widened his lead over opposition Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in the run-up to this year’s presidential race, recovering

Brazil's Lula widens lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of presidential vote, poll shows
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Indonesian military court jails four officers involved in acid attack on rights activist

An Indonesian military court on Wednesday sentenced four military officers to jail terms of up to three years for their involvement in an acid attack on

Indonesian military court jails four officers involved in acid attack on rights activist
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Ares Management raises $8.5 billion for new fund, FT reports

Alternative asset manager Ares Management has raised $8.5 billion from institutional investors for its latest specialty credit fund, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday.

Ares Management raises $8.5 billion for new fund, FT reports
Crime|Political|US|World

Few Americans see Trump administration delivering justice in Epstein cases, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Few Americans, including just 21% of Republicans, think President Donald Trump's administration has helped deliver justice in cases connected to accused

Few Americans see Trump administration delivering justice in Epstein cases, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Airbus leans towards Saab as Franco-German fighter unravels

Airbus is increasingly looking to Sweden's Saab as a preferred future partner as the collapse of a Franco-German

Airbus leans towards Saab as Franco-German fighter unravels
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Only 11% of Europeans view US as ally, survey shows

Only 11% of Europeans across 15 countries view the United States as an ally, a historic low and down from 16% half a year ago and 22% in November 2024, according to a survey

Only 11% of Europeans view US as ally, survey shows
Crime|Political|World

Pakistani air strikes kill at least 13 in Afghanistan, Taliban says

Pakistani air strikes on three Afghan provinces killed at least 13 people, including 11 children, on Wednesday, the Afghan Taliban government said,

Pakistani air strikes kill at least 13 in Afghanistan, Taliban says
MidEast|Political|World

Erdogan says Israel's attacks on Syria, Lebanon threaten Turkey too

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that Israel's attacks on Syria and Lebanon had reached a point where they also

Erdogan says Israel's attacks on Syria, Lebanon threaten Turkey too
Africa|Crime|Environment|Travel|World

More than 1,300 migrants have died trying to reach the Spanish coast in 2026, says NGO

More than 1,300 migrants have died trying to reach the Spanish coast in the first five months of 2026, according to an advocacy group that tracks crossings from Africa along

More than 1,300 migrants have died trying to reach the Spanish coast in 2026, says NGO
Business|Economy|Health|World

Bank of Japan governor Ueda hospitalised, will miss June meeting

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda has been hospitalised for medical treatment and will miss the June 15 to 16 policy meeting, the central

Bank of Japan governor Ueda hospitalised, will miss June meeting
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Travel|World

The Pope met superstar musician Bad Bunny but didn’t provide photos (sorry)

The Pope met superstar musician Bad Bunny but didn’t provide photos (sorry)

The Pope met superstar musician Bad Bunny but didn’t provide photos (sorry)
Africa|Crime|World

Twelve killed, nine injured in Johannesburg shooting, South African police say

At least 12 people were killed and nine injured on Tuesday evening when gunmen opened fire at an informal settlement in Cleveland, east of Johannesburg, police said

Twelve killed, nine injured in Johannesburg shooting, South African police say
Technology|World

Taiwan fires rockets in China's direction from a US-supplied mobile launching system in drill

Taiwan's military has sent rockets in China's direction from “shoot and scoot” launchers in a demonstration of how it might defend itself against an attack

Taiwan fires rockets in China's direction from a US-supplied mobile launching system in drill
Crime|Europe|Health|World

UK leaders call for calm as protests break out after Belfast street stabbing

U.K. leaders have called for calm after the arrest of a Sudanese man accused of a stabbing in Belfast sparked anti-immigration protests

UK leaders call for calm as protests break out after Belfast street stabbing
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Iran war ripple effects are increasing risks of acute hunger for millions, World Food Programme chief says

Iran war ripple effects are increasing risks of acute hunger for millions, World Food Programme chief says

Iran war ripple effects are increasing risks of acute hunger for millions, World Food Programme chief says
Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Ukraine launches long-range strikes on military and energy sites in Russia

A series of long-range Ukrainian attacks hit targets deep inside Russia, part of Kyiv’s efforts to raise the costs of the war for the Kremlin by striking energy facilities and military industries

Ukraine launches long-range strikes on military and energy sites in Russia
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

UK's FTSE 100 rises as energy and consumer staples gain

UK's FTSE 100 closed higher on Wednesday with energy and consumer staples stocks providing a lift, though the index remained stuck near three-week lows as investors monitored a

UK's FTSE 100 rises as energy and consumer staples gain
Political|US|World

US Catholic bishops are consecrating the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Here's what that means

Catholic bishops from across the U.S. come together Thursday to consecrate the country to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

US Catholic bishops are consecrating the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Here's what that means
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Indonesia swallows 'bitter pill' to stem market rout as policy tide turns

Indonesian policy changes in the last 24 hours show authorities are finally making some tough decisions to try to halt a

Indonesia swallows 'bitter pill' to stem market rout as policy tide turns
Crime|Europe|World

Russian-held Crimea grapples with fuel shortages as Ukraine conducts more drone attacks

Residents in Russian-controlled Crimea were grappling with gasoline rationing on Wednesday after Ukrainian drone attacks constricted supplies from Russia, a

Russian-held Crimea grapples with fuel shortages as Ukraine conducts more drone attacks
Election|Political|World

Netanyahu to run for re-election, his party says, after Trump raises doubts

Benjamin Netanyahu will seek re-election this year, his party announced on Wednesday, after U.S.

Netanyahu to run for re-election, his party says, after Trump raises doubts
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Germany risks recession as Iran energy shock hits growth, DIW economists say

Germany's economy is likely to slip into a technical recession this year as an energy price shock triggered by the war in Iran derails a fragile recovery, the DIW economic

Germany risks recession as Iran energy shock hits growth, DIW economists say
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Italy PM Meloni hails industrial output rise, analysts remain cautious

Italian industrial output unexpectedly rose in April from the previous month, data showed on Wednesday, posting a 0.5% increase that marked the third

Italy PM Meloni hails industrial output rise, analysts remain cautious
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Foreign outflows from Asian equities surge on Middle East risks, tech rout

Asian equities are witnessing a surge in foreign outflows in June as escalating Middle East hostilities and a pullback in AI-linked technology stocks following underwhelming

Foreign outflows from Asian equities surge on Middle East risks, tech rout
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Israel is tightening its grip on east Jerusalem with evictions and demolitions

For decades, Israel has worked to expand the Jewish presence in annexed east Jerusalem

Israel is tightening its grip on east Jerusalem with evictions and demolitions
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Fear of Ukrainian drones empties the guesthouses in Latvia's Land of Blue Lakes

At Birdwhistles Guesthouse, in a rustic two-storey wooden barn in the Latvian forest 50 km from the Russian border, all eight

Fear of Ukrainian drones empties the guesthouses in Latvia's Land of Blue Lakes
Africa|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Greece approves quicker migrant returns, aims to set up return hubs

Greece's parliament approved legislation late on Tuesday to fast-track deportation of rejected asylum seekers and allow their transfer to "return hubs" outside the bloc

Greece approves quicker migrant returns, aims to set up return hubs
Business|Economy|Finance|World

India bond-tax moves to catalyse foreign debt inflows, bolster bid for global index inclusion

India's decision to exempt foreigners from taxes on government bonds and broaden access to the debt market is expected to make the

India bond-tax moves to catalyse foreign debt inflows, bolster bid for global index inclusion
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Retail investors hit borrowing limits at South Korean brokerages, think tank says

Leveraged stock investments by South Korean retail investors have reached their limits set at local brokerage firms as the country's world-beating stock market rally

Retail investors hit borrowing limits at South Korean brokerages, think tank says
Economy|Europe|World

Macron to chair video call involving G7 and China over economic imbalances

French President Emmanuel Macron will chair a video conference on Thursday involving Group of Seven countries and China over how to address global economic imbalances, the

Macron to chair video call involving G7 and China over economic imbalances
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China, Taiwan spar over legality of coast guard patrols east of island

China and Taiwan sparred on Wednesday over the legality of Chinese coast guard patrols to the east of the island, after the government in Taipei said merchant ships

China, Taiwan spar over legality of coast guard patrols east of island
Business|Economy|Sports|World

Japan's Asics to spin off popular Onitsuka Tiger sneaker business

Japan's Asics on Wednesday said it will spin off its high-end Onitsuka Tiger business to speed up decision-making at a brand that has

Japan's Asics to spin off popular Onitsuka Tiger sneaker business
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Taiwan fires battle-tested rockets in 'shoot-and-scoot' anti-invasion drill

Taiwan's military on Wednesday fired its new mobile HIMARS rocket system, which is widely used by Ukraine, simulating an attack on an

Taiwan fires battle-tested rockets in 'shoot-and-scoot' anti-invasion drill
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Truckmaker Volvo says demand is good in Europe, strong in North America 

Truckmaker Volvo Group said on Wednesday customer demand and deliveries in Europe are stable at good levels across the business in the second quarter while in

Truckmaker Volvo says demand is good in Europe, strong in North America 
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India's Modi, Trump likely to meet at G7, discuss trade, visas, source says

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to hold bilateral talks with U.S.

India's Modi, Trump likely to meet at G7, discuss trade, visas, source says
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Cuba's revolutionary generation pushed to breaking point by US blockade

When Sagrado Armando Garcia, an 85-year-old former government bureaucrat, collapsed in his home, his son couldn't get him to the hospital

Cuba's revolutionary generation pushed to breaking point by US blockade
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Hong Kong charges 7 people and 2 firms over deadly fire that killed 168

Hong Kong authorities have charged seven people and two companies with offenses including manslaughter and conspiracy to defraud over the city's deadliest fire in decades last November

Hong Kong charges 7 people and 2 firms over deadly fire that killed 168
Business|Economy|World

Higher gasoline prices likely pushed up US consumer inflation again in May

U.S. consumer inflation likely increased at its fastest pace in three years in May as the Middle East conflict raised prices of energy products, which

Higher gasoline prices likely pushed up US consumer inflation again in May
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ set to raise key rate to 1.0% in June, 1.25% by year-end: Reuters poll

The Bank of Japan will raise its key interest rate this month and again in the fourth quarter, taking borrowing costs to 1.25% by year-end, as it grows

BOJ set to raise key rate to 1.0% in June, 1.25% by year-end: Reuters poll
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

Rescuers race to reach trapped after powerful quake in southern Philippines

Rescuers searched the rubble on Tuesday of a collapsed building in the southern Philippine city of General Santos, the

Rescuers race to reach trapped after powerful quake in southern Philippines
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Homes set alight in Belfast anti-immigrant protests after 'brutal' knife attack

Masked men burned families out of their homes in Belfast in a wave of anti-immigrant violence on Tuesday night after a Sudanese man was charged over a

Homes set alight in Belfast anti-immigrant protests after 'brutal' knife attack
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China Inc deploys 'quiet' layoffs as Beijing promotes AI adoption

Liu, a Hangzhou-based contractor at a large Chinese internet firm, says her employer began quietly firing contractors in March after it ordered staff to use

China Inc deploys 'quiet' layoffs as Beijing promotes AI adoption
Business|Economy|Europe|Sports|World

German retailers expect only modest boost from World Cup

German retailers expect the soccer World Cup starting on June 11 to provide a modest boost to sales, though the impact will likely be limited to specific sectors because

German retailers expect only modest boost from World Cup
Crime|Europe|Political|World

French government seeks to defuse crisis after girl's killing exposes judicial failings

Last year, lawmaker David Taupiac wrote to France's justice ministry warning about major staffing and operational issues at the Auch prosecutor's office

French government seeks to defuse crisis after girl's killing exposes judicial failings
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Pumice clogs island shores after Papua New Guinea eruption, stoking fears of food shortage

Thick rafts of volcanic

Pumice clogs island shores after Papua New Guinea eruption, stoking fears of food shortage
Business|Economy|Technology|World

South Korea has cleared SpaceX-IPO-linked dollar demand of around $1.5 billion, source says

The massive demand for foreign exchange conversions tied to SpaceX's IPO, which has weighed heavily on the South Korean won in recent weeks, has

South Korea has cleared SpaceX-IPO-linked dollar demand of around $1.5 billion, source says
Crime|Finance|Political|US|World

Impeachment sought against federal judge over alleged sex in chambers, lying to investigators

Republicans in Congress are introducing impeachment resolutions against a federal judge in Atlanta

Impeachment sought against federal judge over alleged sex in chambers, lying to investigators
Election|Political|US|World

Tuesday's takeaways: Platner's big night, Clyburn carries on and Trump's support gets mixed results

Nevada, South Carolina and North Dakota have hosted primary elections, but much of the political world is focused on Maine’s high-stakes U.S. Senate contest

Tuesday's takeaways: Platner's big night, Clyburn carries on and Trump's support gets mixed results
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Insider tour of the Sagrada Familia reveals 5 divine enigmas and hidden treasures

The unique grandeur of the Sagrada Familia means that even those who work and worship at Barcelona’s world famous basilica every day can still be surprised with some fresh wonder

Insider tour of the Sagrada Familia reveals 5 divine enigmas and hidden treasures
Sports|Travel|World

World Cup referee denied entry to US

World Cup referee denied entry to US

World Cup referee denied entry to US
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Starbucks mulls options for Japan business, including stake sale, Bloomberg News reports

Starbucks is considering options for its Japanese business, including a stake sale that might be valued at 400 billion yen ($2.5 billion) to 500 billion yen, Bloomberg News reported

Starbucks mulls options for Japan business, including stake sale, Bloomberg News reports
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Philippines urges China to remove shoal structure, warns against island-building

The Philippines said on Wednesday that it is urging Beijing to remove a floating structure placed at the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the

Philippines urges China to remove shoal structure, warns against island-building
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Meta deepens partnership with Ambani's Reliance with AI data centre

Meta Platforms will lease an AI-ready data centre to be built by billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries, the U.S. tech major said on Wednesday,

Meta deepens partnership with Ambani's Reliance with AI data centre
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RBNZ's inflation focus tested as rate hikes risk stoking jobs crisis

New Zealand's jobless ranks could swell as the central bank ratchets up interest rates, casting the government's inflation‑focused

RBNZ's inflation focus tested as rate hikes risk stoking jobs crisis