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Today: April 28, 2026

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With goals of Iran war unfulfilled, Netanyahu's government faces unhappy public as elections loom

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sold a vision to Israelis as the country entered the war with Iran and invaded Lebanon

With goals of Iran war unfulfilled, Netanyahu's government faces unhappy public as elections loom
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Chelsea beats Leeds on Fernandez goal and sets up FA Cup final meeting with Man City

Chelsea’s season might be unraveling but it will still include an appearance in the FA Cup final

Chelsea beats Leeds on Fernandez goal and sets up FA Cup final meeting with Man City
Business|Crime|Health|US|World

Chicago police officer killed in hospital shooting identified, second officer in critical condition

A Chicago officer who was fatally shot by a man receiving treatment at a hospital while in police custody has been identified as 38-year-old John Bartholomew

Chicago police officer killed in hospital shooting identified, second officer in critical condition
Business|Technology|Travel|World

American YouTuber guides foreigners around Chinese cars U.S. buyers can't get 

An American YouTuber is giving foreign visitors a first-hand look at the Chinese high-tech cars many U.S. consumers can only see online.

American YouTuber guides foreigners around Chinese cars U.S. buyers can't get 
Americas|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Peru's Fujimori, leftist Sanchez deadlocked in presidential runoff poll

Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori is heading for a dead-heat presidential runoff against leftist Roberto Sanchez, a new poll showed on Sunday, as Peru's vote count drags

Peru's Fujimori, leftist Sanchez deadlocked in presidential runoff poll
Business|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump tells Fox News Iran can call US if it wants to negotiate

President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Iran can reach out to the United States if it wants to negotiate an end to the war between

Trump tells Fox News Iran can call US if it wants to negotiate
Environment|Europe|Health|Political|Science|World

Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chornobyl disaster under cloud of war

Ukraine commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster on Sunday, amid fears that Russia's four-year war could spark a repeat of the world's

Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chornobyl disaster under cloud of war
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK's Starmer and Trump discuss 'urgent need' to restore shipping in Strait of Hormuz

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S.

UK's Starmer and Trump discuss 'urgent need' to restore shipping in Strait of Hormuz
Election|Finance|Political|World

Palestinian leader's loyalists win local elections, including some seats in Gaza

Loyalists of President Mahmoud Abbas won most races in Palestinian municipal elections, election officials said on Sunday, in

Palestinian leader's loyalists win local elections, including some seats in Gaza
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Syria’s first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus

Syria has opened its first public trial of officials linked to former President Bashar Assad

Syria’s first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus
Environment|Science|World

The world is entering a new era of wildfire. This huge blaze shows how hard they are to tackle

The world is entering a new era of wildfire. This huge blaze shows how hard they are to tackle

The world is entering a new era of wildfire. This huge blaze shows how hard they are to tackle
Crime|Political|US|World

Acting US attorney general says shooting likely targeted Trump administration officials

U.S.

Acting US attorney general says shooting likely targeted Trump administration officials
Sports|World

Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe becomes first man to run sub two-hour marathon as he wins in London

Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe becomes first man to run sub two-hour marathon as he wins in London

Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe becomes first man to run sub two-hour marathon as he wins in London
Business|Crime|Political|World

Israel's president says he wants a deal reached in Netanyahu case before pardon decision

Israel's president said on Sunday that he will consider Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's pardon request in his long-running corruption trial only after efforts to

Israel's president says he wants a deal reached in Netanyahu case before pardon decision
Arts|Australia|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Australia's Wong to visit Japan, China, South Korea to discuss energy security

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Sunday said she would visit Japan, China, and South Korea this week for talks on energy security in the face of disruptions

Australia's Wong to visit Japan, China, South Korea to discuss energy security
Environment|Science|World

Pope Leo says those who wage war are thieves stealing away our peaceful future

Pope Leo on Sunday described those who wage wars and appropriate the earth's resources as thieves who rob the world of a peaceful future, issuing a warning about the use of

Pope Leo says those who wage war are thieves stealing away our peaceful future
MidEast|Political|World

Iran's Araqchi discusses efforts to end war and Hormuz security with Oman

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi held talks in Oman on Sunday and discussed security in the Strait of Hormuz and broader Gulf waters and diplomatic efforts to end the Iran-

Iran's Araqchi discusses efforts to end war and Hormuz security with Oman
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Indiana GOP lawmakers defied Trump on redistricting. Now GOP voters may thwart his push for revenge

Indiana GOP lawmakers defied Trump on redistricting. Now GOP voters may thwart his push for revenge

Indiana GOP lawmakers defied Trump on redistricting. Now GOP voters may thwart his push for revenge
Economy|Political|World

Democrats divided on whether removing Trump is a useful midterm message

Until this month, Democrats have displayed military-like discipline in staying on message about the economy. Then came U.S.

Democrats divided on whether removing Trump is a useful midterm message
Election|US|World

As US high court prepares ruling, Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

A majority of Americans believe all babies born in the country should automatically be granted citizenship, according to a Reuters/Ipsos

As US high court prepares ruling, Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Economy|Europe|Health|Political|World

Switzerland angers Italy by claiming costs of treating Crans-Montana fire victims

Switzerland will charge Rome for the costs its health system sustained to treat Italian nationals wounded in the New Year's Eve fire at the Crans-Montana ski resort,

Switzerland angers Italy by claiming costs of treating Crans-Montana fire victims
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Hungary's Magyar to meet EU's von der ​Leyen for talks on EU funds this week

Hungary's incoming prime minister Peter Magyar said on Sunday he would go to Brussels on Wednesday for informal talks with European Commission President Ursula von der ​

Hungary's Magyar to meet EU's von der ​Leyen for talks on EU funds this week
Crime|Economy|World

US to let Venezuela pay Maduro's lawyer in drug trafficking case 

(This April 25 story has been repeated without any changes to the text) By Luc Cohen April 25 - The United States has agreed to modify its sanctions on Venezuela to allow the South American country's

US to let Venezuela pay Maduro's lawyer in drug trafficking case 
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

Trump's security again faces scrutiny after press dinner shooting

The shooting on Saturday night of a Secret Service agent at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner raises

Trump's security again faces scrutiny after press dinner shooting
Political|Sports|World

Russian defence minister visits North Korea

Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov has arrived in North Korea, Russia's defence ministry said on Sunday, the second senior Russian official to visit Pyongyang in

Russian defence minister visits North Korea
Americas|Crime|Finance|World

Colombia explosives attack kills 13, police source says

At least 13 people were killed and 17 wounded in an explosives attack in western Colombia on Saturday, a police source told Reuters, in violence authorities have blamed on

Colombia explosives attack kills 13, police source says
Education|Entertainment|Interview|Science|Technology|US|World

Who is Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting?

The suspect arrested in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting on Saturday was identified by a law enforcement official as Cole Tomas Allen, a Los Angeles-area man who

Who is Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting?
Environment|World

Japan deploys hundreds of firefighters as wildfires rage in north

Japan has deployed 1,400 firefighters and dozens of Self-Defense Force personnel to battle mountain blazes that have been raging in the north

Japan deploys hundreds of firefighters as wildfires rage in north
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

How the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner unfolded

A gunman fired shots in the hotel hosting the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on Saturday, causing President Donald Trump and his

How the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner unfolded
Arts|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Despite Russia’s war, one Ukrainian city still gathers for midnight Chernobyl vigil

Ukrainians gathered in the city of Slavutych to remember those affected by the Chernobyl nuclear disaster 40 years ago

Despite Russia’s war, one Ukrainian city still gathers for midnight Chernobyl vigil
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Egypt economic outlook trimmed slightly due to Iran war: Reuters poll

Analysts have shaved their forecasts for Egyptian economic growth in a Reuters poll for this year and next as the Iran war drives up energy prices and puts

Egypt economic outlook trimmed slightly due to Iran war: Reuters poll
Crime|Political|World

ICE detained family less than two days after court ordered their release

An Egyptian family which was released from more than 10 months of immigration

ICE detained family less than two days after court ordered their release
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

How Washington’s biggest annual dinner transformed into chaos — and a crime scene

How Washington’s biggest annual dinner transformed into chaos — and a crime scene

How Washington’s biggest annual dinner transformed into chaos — and a crime scene
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

Here's what we know about security measures at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner

Officials say the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Association dinner shooting was believed to be a hotel guest

Here's what we know about security measures at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Despite Iran tensions, King Charles III will follow his mother's lead in celebrating US-UK bonds

King Charles III embarks on a state visit to the U.S. on Monday, aiming to strengthen ties between the two nations

Despite Iran tensions, King Charles III will follow his mother's lead in celebrating US-UK bonds
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel|World

Getting the most out of barrier-free tours for yourself or someone with a disability

Barriers to tourism for people living with disabilities can range from the obvious, such as an out-of-service elevator, to an outing that’s too long or a setting that’s too loud

Getting the most out of barrier-free tours for yourself or someone with a disability
Business|Political|World

4 vying to be the next UN chief try to set themselves apart as race heats up

Four candidates vying to lead the United Nations have spent hours being grilled about their views on issues from restoring global peace to ending escalating poverty

4 vying to be the next UN chief try to set themselves apart as race heats up
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

CNN’s Wolf Blitzer witnesses ‘terrifying’ ordeal as gunman opens fire a few feet away at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

CNN’s Wolf Blitzer witnesses ‘terrifying’ ordeal as gunman opens fire a few feet away at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

CNN’s Wolf Blitzer witnesses ‘terrifying’ ordeal as gunman opens fire a few feet away at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Crime|Entertainment|US|World

The Latest: Trump uninjured after security incident at White House Correspondents' dinner

President Donald Trump was uninjured and other top White House officials were evacuated from an annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association after an unspecified threat

The Latest: Trump uninjured after security incident at White House Correspondents' dinner
Crime|World

Mexico says 2 US federal agents who died were not authorized to participate in any local operation

Mexico’s government says that two U.S. federal agents recently killed in a car crash in the country’s northern region were not authorized to participate in operations in Mexico

Mexico says 2 US federal agents who died were not authorized to participate in any local operation
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Highway bombing in Colombia kills at least 14 amid a ‘wave’ of attacks

Highway bombing in Colombia kills at least 14 amid a ‘wave’ of attacks

Highway bombing in Colombia kills at least 14 amid a ‘wave’ of attacks
Crime|World

Family and friends hold vigil to mark one year since death of Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre

Family and friends hold vigil to mark one year since death of Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre

Family and friends hold vigil to mark one year since death of Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre
Crime|Health|US|World

Suspect charged in hospital shooting that killed a Chicago officer and injured another

Suspect charged in hospital shooting that killed a Chicago officer and injured another

Suspect charged in hospital shooting that killed a Chicago officer and injured another
Americas|Sports|World

Padres rally past Diamondbacks 6-4 in Mexico City as Miller sets club record for scoreless streak

Ty France homered twice and Gavin Sheets hit a two-run single during a four-run seventh inning as the San Diego Padres rallied past the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-4 in Mexico City

Padres rally past Diamondbacks 6-4 in Mexico City as Miller sets club record for scoreless streak
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|Technology|World

Early Chernobyl victims buried in Moscow cemetery

In the weeks after the April 26, 1986, explosion and fire at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, it was difficult to get any information about the scope of the disaster, aside from terse announcements from the government of the Soviet Union

Early Chernobyl victims buried in Moscow cemetery
Political|Travel|World

Taiwan foreign minister arrives in Eswatini after president's trip blocked

Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung arrived in Eswatini saying Taipei would not be held back by "authoritarian forces", after the government accused China of pressuring

Taiwan foreign minister arrives in Eswatini after president's trip blocked
Political|US|World

Hung Cao said the military should be filled with ‘alpha males and alpha females.’ Now he’s Trump’s acting Navy secretary

Hung Cao said the military should be filled with ‘alpha males and alpha females.’ Now he’s Trump’s acting Navy secretary

Hung Cao said the military should be filled with ‘alpha males and alpha females.’ Now he’s Trump’s acting Navy secretary
Americas|Crime|Political|World

An explosive device kills 13 and injures 38 on a bus in southwestern Colombia as violence persists

Authorities in Colombia say that an explosive device on a bus has killed 13 people in the country's southwest region as violence there escalates

An explosive device kills 13 and injures 38 on a bus in southwestern Colombia as violence persists
Crime|Education|World

Roommate charged with killing two University of South Florida doctoral students after one of their bodies was found

Roommate charged with killing two University of South Florida doctoral students after one of their bodies was found

Roommate charged with killing two University of South Florida doctoral students after one of their bodies was found
Business|Crime|Education|World

Police identify the body of 1 missing USF student, second still missing as roommate is charged

Law enforcement authorities in Florida say the body of a Bangladeshi doctoral student who went missing with his girlfriend from the University of South Florida has been found on a bridge over Tampa Bay, and his roommate has been taken into custody

Police identify the body of 1 missing USF student, second still missing as roommate is charged
Sports|World

Stankoven scores again, Hurricanes complete 4-game sweep of Senators

Logan Stankoven scored the go-ahead goal in the third period as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated Ottawa 4-2 to sweep the first-round series

Stankoven scores again, Hurricanes complete 4-game sweep of Senators
Africa|Crime|World

Mali army bases hit in large-scale attacks claimed by al Qaeda-linked militants

An al Qaeda affiliate and Tuareg rebels claimed ​responsibility ​on Saturday ​for coordinated attacks across Mali, in one of the boldest operations insurgents have mounted

Mali army bases hit in large-scale attacks claimed by al Qaeda-linked militants
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Probe of stolen $1 billion should continue after conviction of Moldovan magnate, top official says

The investigation of a stolen $1 billion from Moldovan banks more than a decade ago should continue after the conviction of a prominent business

Probe of stolen $1 billion should continue after conviction of Moldovan magnate, top official says
Arts|Australia|World

After their slogan was outlawed, pro-Palestinian activists turned to a karaoke classic

After their slogan was outlawed, pro-Palestinian activists turned to a karaoke classic

After their slogan was outlawed, pro-Palestinian activists turned to a karaoke classic
Africa|Crime|World

Islamic militants and separatists claim sweeping attacks across Mali

Islamic militants and separatists say they attacked several locations in Mali’s capital, Bamako, and other cities in one of the largest coordinated attacks in the West African country in recent years

Islamic militants and separatists claim sweeping attacks across Mali
Economy|World

The Latest: Trump says he called off dispatching envoys to Iran talks

President Donald Trump says he told top U_S_ envoys not to travel to Pakistan to negotiate with Iran, telling Fox News that ″they can call us anytime they want.”

The Latest: Trump says he called off dispatching envoys to Iran talks
Election|Finance|Political|World

Palestinians vote in local elections in West Bank and part of Gaza

Palestinians have voted in local elections, the first in two decades in Gaza and the first in the Israeli occupied West Bank since the start of the war in Gaza

Palestinians vote in local elections in West Bank and part of Gaza
Economy|Travel|World

Why your dream summer vacation might be slipping out of reach

Why your dream summer vacation might be slipping out of reach

Why your dream summer vacation might be slipping out of reach
Business|Sports|World

Banchero and Bane each score 25, Magic waste big lead but rally to top Pistons 113-105 for 2-1 lead

Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane each scored 25 points, and the Orlando Magic blew a 17-point fourth-quarter lead before rallying to beat the Detroit Pistons 113-105 for a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series

Banchero and Bane each score 25, Magic waste big lead but rally to top Pistons 113-105 for 2-1 lead
Political|World

Israel says it will attack Hezbollah 'forcefully' as four killed in strikes on southern Lebanon

Israel said on Saturday it would attack Hezbollah targets forcefully, further testing a fragile ceasefire with Lebanon that U.S.

Israel says it will attack Hezbollah 'forcefully' as four killed in strikes on southern Lebanon
Europe|Political|World

Germany's far-right AfD rises to record 28%, INSA poll shows

Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) rose to a record 28% in the latest weekly INSA voting intention poll published on Saturday, widening

Germany's far-right AfD rises to record 28%, INSA poll shows
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people

Russian forces pounded the southeastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Saturday in waves of attacks with drones and missiles that also

Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump cancels envoys' Pakistan trip, in blow to hopes for Iran war breakthrough

President Donald Trump cancelled a trip by two U.S. envoys to Iran war mediator Pakistan on Saturday, dealing

Trump cancels envoys' Pakistan trip, in blow to hopes for Iran war breakthrough
Business|Sports|US|World

Todd Pletcher's Renegade draws the inside No. 1 post and opens as the Kentucky Derby favorite

Renegade opens as the morning line favorite for the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby

Todd Pletcher's Renegade draws the inside No. 1 post and opens as the Kentucky Derby favorite
Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

Talks stumble as Iran's top diplomat leaves Pakistan and Trump says he told envoys not to go

The latest attempt at ceasefire talks between the U.S. and Iran appears to have failed

Talks stumble as Iran's top diplomat leaves Pakistan and Trump says he told envoys not to go
Europe|Sports|World

Man City books another FA Cup final and Arsenal goes top of the Premier League

Manchester City is headed back to another FA Cup final

Man City books another FA Cup final and Arsenal goes top of the Premier League
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Orbán steps back after a landslide loss, vowing to rebuild Hungary’s 'national side'

Outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will not take his seat in parliament after a landslide election loss

Orbán steps back after a landslide loss, vowing to rebuild Hungary’s 'national side'
Election|World

Gaza holds first elections in 20 years amid stalled ceasefire process – but only in one city

Gaza holds first elections in 20 years amid stalled ceasefire process – but only in one city

Gaza holds first elections in 20 years amid stalled ceasefire process – but only in one city
Crime|Environment|US|World

Georgia wildfires that destroyed more than 120 homes continue to threaten residents

Two wildfires in southeastern Georgia continue to threaten homes and lives as officials warn that strong winds could spread the flames

Georgia wildfires that destroyed more than 120 homes continue to threaten residents
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|World

Roommate charged with two counts of murder in death, disappearance of two USF students

Authorities have filed murder charges against the roommate of a Bangladeshi doctoral student who disappeared with his girlfriend from the University of South Florida

Roommate charged with two counts of murder in death, disappearance of two USF students
Technology|World

Meet the cat and dog rescued by a drone from the Ukrainian front line

Meet the cat and dog rescued by a drone from the Ukrainian front line

Meet the cat and dog rescued by a drone from the Ukrainian front line
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Romania finds parts of second drone after overnight Russian attack on Ukraine

Romania recovered fragments of two drones after an overnight Russian attack on neighbouring Ukraine, its defence ministry said in statements on Saturday, while the

Romania finds parts of second drone after overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia

China's commerce ministry on Saturday expressed "firm opposition" to the European Union's inclusion of Chinese entities in its 20th round of sanctions against Russia,

China condemns EU's inclusion of Chinese entities in sanctions package against Russia
Europe|Political|World

Slovenian president tells lawmakers to nominate PM able to form coalition

Slovenia was left without a prime minister-designate in the wake of last month's election after President Natasa Pirc Musar said on Saturday she would not nominate one

Slovenian president tells lawmakers to nominate PM able to form coalition
Economy|Political|World

Palestinian local elections give some Gazans first chance to vote in years

Palestinians voted in local elections on Saturday that for the first time in two decades include Gaza and are a gauge of the

Palestinian local elections give some Gazans first chance to vote in years
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Technology|World

Tired of high costs, some Americans are importing homes straight from China

Tired of high costs, some Americans are importing homes straight from China

Tired of high costs, some Americans are importing homes straight from China
Crime|Political|US|World

US agrees Venezuelan government can pay Maduro’s legal fees, ending weekslong standoff

US agrees Venezuelan government can pay Maduro’s legal fees, ending weekslong standoff

US agrees Venezuelan government can pay Maduro’s legal fees, ending weekslong standoff
Business|Crime|US|World

Inside the high-risk decision to testify in your own defense

Inside the high-risk decision to testify in your own defense

Inside the high-risk decision to testify in your own defense
Americas|Crime|Sports|World

In this World Cup host city in Mexico, residents are feeling increasingly unsafe

In this World Cup host city in Mexico, residents are feeling increasingly unsafe

In this World Cup host city in Mexico, residents are feeling increasingly unsafe
Crime|Technology|World

A bank robber's cellphone gave him away. Now the Supreme Court is hearing his case

Okello Chatrie’s cellphone gave him away

A bank robber's cellphone gave him away. Now the Supreme Court is hearing his case
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iran says it won't accept 'maximalist demands' as Islamabad hosts peace push

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi laid out Iran's demands and its reservations about U.S. positions on

Iran says it won't accept 'maximalist demands' as Islamabad hosts peace push
Asia|Political|World

Russian parliament speaker in North Korea to mark Pyongyang's troop deployment in Ukraine war

The speaker of Russia's parliament, a close ally of President Vladimir Putin, arrived in North Korea on Saturday to attend an event to commemorate Pyongyang's deployment of

Russian parliament speaker in North Korea to mark Pyongyang's troop deployment in Ukraine war
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia and Ukraine exchange attacks, killing and wounding dozens, as Zelenskyy calls for more talks

Russian drone and missile strikes have killed at least five people and wounded 46 in Dnipro and other areas of Ukraine

Russia and Ukraine exchange attacks, killing and wounding dozens, as Zelenskyy calls for more talks
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

A sudden shift: ICE arrests drop nearly 12% after Minneapolis killings and immigration shake-up

At the peak of the crackdown, carloads of masked immigration officers were a common sight in the streets of Minneapolis, while thousands of people were being arrested every week in Texas, Florida and California

A sudden shift: ICE arrests drop nearly 12% after Minneapolis killings and immigration shake-up
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

In Supreme Court fight against deportation shield, Trump says judges have no role

Among President Donald Trump's main arguments at the U.S.

In Supreme Court fight against deportation shield, Trump says judges have no role
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drone hits apartment building in Russian city of Yekaterinburg, local official says

A Ukrainian drone hit a multi-storey apartment building in Russia's fourth-largest city, Yekaterinburg, the regional governor said on Saturday, in the first attack on the city

Ukrainian drone hits apartment building in Russian city of Yekaterinburg, local official says
Economy|Political|US|World

Republicans retool midterm strategy: Trump's policies, but less Trump

With U.S. gas prices up, President Donald Trump's approval

Republicans retool midterm strategy: Trump's policies, but less Trump
Crime|Political|World

Palestinians hold funerals for pregnant woman and her children killed in Israeli strikes

Palestinians have buried a pregnant woman and her two children killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza

Palestinians hold funerals for pregnant woman and her children killed in Israeli strikes
Entertainment|Political|US|World

Trump, critic of the press, attends its annual celebration after years of boycotts

President Donald Trump, famous for his clashes with reporters and denunciations of the “fake news” media, will attend the White House Correspondents’

Trump, critic of the press, attends its annual celebration after years of boycotts
Americas|Crime|Lifestyle|World

The secret lives of cartel wives: The women behind Latin America’s narco-empires

The secret lives of cartel wives: The women behind Latin America’s narco-empires

The secret lives of cartel wives: The women behind Latin America’s narco-empires
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Don't count on rate cuts just yet: Warsh as Fed chair may not lead to big policy changes

President Donald Trump has made it clear he expects his choice for Federal Reserve chair to quickly cut interest rates once he takes office

Don't count on rate cuts just yet: Warsh as Fed chair may not lead to big policy changes
Asia|Environment|World

Firefighters in northern Japan struggle to contain blazes as over 3,000 people evacuated

More than 1,000 firefighters in northern Japan battled to contain two wildfires for a fourth straight day on Saturday, as the blazes pushed

Firefighters in northern Japan struggle to contain blazes as over 3,000 people evacuated
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Romania says drone fragments damage property during overnight Russian attack on Ukraine

Romania recovered drone fragments in the southeastern city of Galati after an overnight Russian attack on neighbouring Ukraine, with an electricity pole and a household

Romania says drone fragments damage property during overnight Russian attack on Ukraine
Business|Economy|Education|Health|World

Italy votes down equal parental leave while fathers redefine their role online

Every afternoon in a Milan suburb, Diego Di Franco picks up his children from school, manages after‑school activities and prepares dinner

Italy votes down equal parental leave while fathers redefine their role online
Business|Crime|Education|Technology|World

OpenAI chief apologizes for not reporting shooting suspect to police

OpenAI Chief Sam Altman apologized to the Canadian community of Tumbler Ridge for failing to alert police about a banned account linked to Jesse Van Rootselaar, who police say

OpenAI chief apologizes for not reporting shooting suspect to police
Interview|Lifestyle|Sports|World

How moving to the US helped marathon champion Hellen Obiri achieve two dreams at once

How moving to the US helped marathon champion Hellen Obiri achieve two dreams at once

How moving to the US helped marathon champion Hellen Obiri achieve two dreams at once
Political|World

Afghanistan calls on Afghans who helped US in war and are now stuck in Qatar to return home

Afghanistan’s foreign ministry says Afghans who helped the U.S. war effort and are stuck in Qatar can safely return home

Afghanistan calls on Afghans who helped US in war and are now stuck in Qatar to return home
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey may consider role in Hormuz demining after Iran-US deal, minister says

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that Turkey could consider taking part in demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz following a possible peace agreement

Turkey may consider role in Hormuz demining after Iran-US deal, minister says
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Tunisia suspends one of Africa’s oldest rights groups as crackdown widens

Authorities in Tunisia have ordered a one-month suspension of the Tunisian League for Human Rights

Tunisia suspends one of Africa’s oldest rights groups as crackdown widens
Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Japan awakens to Radio Taiso exercise tradition. One face of the country's longevity

Radio Taiso is an exercise program in Japan that comes on the air every morning at 6:30

Japan awakens to Radio Taiso exercise tradition. One face of the country's longevity
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

EU considers helping with Mideast energy infrastructure to bypass conflict zones

Top European Union officials say the bloc is looking into funding alternative energy infrastructure in the Middle East that would circumvent conflict hot spots like the Strait of Hormuz

EU considers helping with Mideast energy infrastructure to bypass conflict zones
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Soaring US stocks face pivotal week of tech-led earnings, Fed meeting

A scorching U.S. stock rally faces a test from a mammoth week of corporate results led by major technology companies, along with a Federal Reserve

Soaring US stocks face pivotal week of tech-led earnings, Fed meeting
Political|US|World

US Democrats look to rein in Trump's war powers, this time on Cuba

The U.S.

US Democrats look to rein in Trump's war powers, this time on Cuba
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Science|US|World

Wildfires abound in US Southeast, Georgia suffers record property losses

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declared an emergency on Friday for 91 counties in his state, where authorities are battling two major wildfires that have caused

Wildfires abound in US Southeast, Georgia suffers record property losses
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump has not mentioned Canada paying an 'entry fee' ahead of USMCA talks, says Carney

U.S.

Trump has not mentioned Canada paying an 'entry fee' ahead of USMCA talks, says Carney
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Canada February retail sales up 0.7%; seen up 0.6% in March

Canadian retail sales rose 0.7% in February from January to C$72.06 billion ($52.68 billion) on higher sales at motor vehicle and parts dealers, Statistics Canada said on

Canada February retail sales up 0.7%; seen up 0.6% in March
Business|Economy|Finance|World

China first-quarter fiscal spending quickens as Beijing seeks to spur growth

China’s fiscal spending rose 2.6% in the first quarter from a year earlier, accelerating from a 1% increase in 2025, the finance ministry said on Friday, as Beijing steps

China first-quarter fiscal spending quickens as Beijing seeks to spur growth
Asia|Political|World

India rebukes Trump for sharing ‘hellhole’ remarks on birthright citizenship

India has dismissed as "uninformed" comments shared by U.S.

India rebukes Trump for sharing ‘hellhole’ remarks on birthright citizenship
Business|Economy|Health|World

After waiting years for justice, many Purdue opioid victims are defeated — by paperwork

Tammy Blanton’s life unraveled after years of taking opioids initially prescribed for migraines, according to her daughter Mary Anne, who says the drugs left

After waiting years for justice, many Purdue opioid victims are defeated — by paperwork
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Oil prices end volatile session mixed but up sharply for the week on supply worries

Oil prices whipsawed in volatile trade on Friday, but were higher on the week, as traders weighed supply disruptions against the

Oil prices end volatile session mixed but up sharply for the week on supply worries
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

US State Dept orders global warning about alleged AI thefts by DeepSeek, other Chinese firms

The U.S.

US State Dept orders global warning about alleged AI thefts by DeepSeek, other Chinese firms
Crime|Political|World

ASEAN chair urges Myanmar to free more prisoners including Aung San Suu Kyi

The Philippines, chair of the regional bloc ASEAN, on Friday encouraged more prisoner releases in Myanmar, including ousted former leader Aung San Suu Kyi and said a

ASEAN chair urges Myanmar to free more prisoners including Aung San Suu Kyi
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brazil posts wider-than-expected current account deficit in March

Brazil's current account deficit totaled $6.036 billion in March, central bank data showed on Friday, exceeding the $5.489 billion shortfall expected by economists in a

Brazil posts wider-than-expected current account deficit in March
Business|Economy|World

UK companies ramp up selling price expectations, Bank of England survey shows

British businesses ramped up their expectations for selling prices in the year ahead, according to a survey published by the Bank of England on Friday that added to a run of

UK companies ramp up selling price expectations, Bank of England survey shows
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Sovereignty of Falklands rests with the UK, Britain tells the US

The sovereignty of the Falkland Islands rests with Britain, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday after an internal Pentagon email suggested

Sovereignty of Falklands rests with the UK, Britain tells the US
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Another wave of public outcry tests Putin's rule in wartime Russia

Public dissent appears to be deepening in Russia

Another wave of public outcry tests Putin's rule in wartime Russia
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

California to weigh tighter restrictions on voter registration amid US debate on election security

A proposal that would require California to verify proof of citizenship when a person registers to vote — and require voters to provide identification at polling places — will appear on the November ballot

California to weigh tighter restrictions on voter registration amid US debate on election security
Economy|Political|World

Iran's foreign minister arrives in Pakistan, Trump expects offer satisfying US demands

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in the Pakistani capital Islamabad on Friday to discuss

Iran's foreign minister arrives in Pakistan, Trump expects offer satisfying US demands
Americas|Business|Crime|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific

The U.S. military says it launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people Friday

US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific
Sports|US|World

James makes tying 3 as Lakers storm back late, win in OT and take a 3-0 series lead over the Rockets

LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, Marcus Smart had eight points in overtime and the Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of a Houston Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win Friday night to take a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference first-round series

James makes tying 3 as Lakers storm back late, win in OT and take a 3-0 series lead over the Rockets
Sports|World

Canadiens beat Lightning 3-2 in OT to take 2-1 lead in all extra-time series

Lane Hutson scored on a slap shot at 2:09 of overtime and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 on Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in the first-round series that has opened with three extra-time thrillers

Canadiens beat Lightning 3-2 in OT to take 2-1 lead in all extra-time series
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Tunisia suspends Nobel Peace Prize-winning LTDH rights group

Tunisian authorities on Friday ordered a one-month suspension of activities by the Human Rights League (LTDH), according to a statement from the group, which was among the

Tunisia suspends Nobel Peace Prize-winning LTDH rights group
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US appeals court allows Texas to enforce migrant arrest law

A federal appeals court on Friday cleared the way for Texas authorities to enforce a Republican-backed state law that would let them arrest and prosecute people

US appeals court allows Texas to enforce migrant arrest law
Arts|Crime|US|World

Court overturns subway bomber’s conviction for giving ISIS ‘material support,’ raising questions about terrorism prosecutions

Court overturns subway bomber’s conviction for giving ISIS ‘material support,’ raising questions about terrorism prosecutions

Court overturns subway bomber’s conviction for giving ISIS ‘material support,’ raising questions about terrorism prosecutions
Environment|Science|US|World

Pattern shift brings back-to-back days of severe weather threats to central US

Pattern shift brings back-to-back days of severe weather threats to central US

Pattern shift brings back-to-back days of severe weather threats to central US
Business|Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Mississippi will reexamine judicial redistricts after US Supreme Court rules in voting rights case

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves is announcing a special session for judicial redistricting following an upcoming U.S. Supreme Court ruling in a major Voting Rights Act case

Mississippi will reexamine judicial redistricts after US Supreme Court rules in voting rights case
Crime|Environment|US|World

Violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives

Officials say a powerful storm churned up multiple tornadoes that barreled through Oklahoma, damaging at least 40 homes and sending emergency crews door-to-door in a hard hit neighborhood

Violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran foreign minister

U.S. President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan on Saturday to continue talks with Iran

The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran foreign minister
Business|Health|Science|Technology|World

CureVac sues Moderna for patent infringement over COVID-19 vaccines

German biotech company CureVac sued Moderna in Delaware federal court on Friday, alleging that Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine Spikevax infringed CureVac patents

CureVac sues Moderna for patent infringement over COVID-19 vaccines
Crime|US|World

US adding firing squads, electrocution and gassing to federal execution methods

U.S.

US adding firing squads, electrocution and gassing to federal execution methods
Americas|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia's Lavrov says US discarding international conventions, pursuing its own interests

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused the United States of abandoning internationally recognised diplomatic conventions in pursuit of its own interests, particularly in

Russia's Lavrov says US discarding international conventions, pursuing its own interests
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Leaders of Colombia, Venezuela agree intelligence-sharing, talk electricity at Caracas meeting

Colombian President Gustavo Petro and his Venezuelan counterpart Delcy Rodriguez agreed intelligence-sharing measures to combat

Leaders of Colombia, Venezuela agree intelligence-sharing, talk electricity at Caracas meeting
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US considers using Defense Production Act in Spirit Airlines restructuring, source says

U.S.

US considers using Defense Production Act in Spirit Airlines restructuring, source says
Crime|Technology|World

OpenAI’s Sam Altman apologizes to Canadian community after failing to flag mass shooter’s conversations with its AI chatbot

OpenAI’s Sam Altman apologizes to Canadian community after failing to flag mass shooter’s conversations with its AI chatbot

OpenAI’s Sam Altman apologizes to Canadian community after failing to flag mass shooter’s conversations with its AI chatbot
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US won't renew Iranian and Russian oil waivers, Bessent says

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the U.S. does not plan a third renewal of a waiver allowing the purchase of Russian oil that is currently at sea

US won't renew Iranian and Russian oil waivers, Bessent says
Americas|Business|Environment|Lifestyle|US|World

Growing wildfires blamed for death of Florida firefighter and destruction of 120 Georgia homes

Officials say a volunteer firefighter has died battling a wildfire in Florida, while two large fires in Georgia have destroyed more than 120 homes

Growing wildfires blamed for death of Florida firefighter and destruction of 120 Georgia homes
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US to hold public hearings on April 28-29 related to probes of forced labor

The U.S.

US to hold public hearings on April 28-29 related to probes of forced labor
Europe|Political|World

Trump tells Reuters he will discuss digital tax, NATO with King Charles

U.S.

Trump tells Reuters he will discuss digital tax, NATO with King Charles
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq close at records on tech lift, Iran peace talk hopes

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs on Friday, bolstered by optimism for possible negotiations between the U.S. and Iran

S&P 500, Nasdaq close at records on tech lift, Iran peace talk hopes
Crime|Political|World

Pope Leo condemns capital punishment amid US execution push

Pope Leo condemned capital punishment for a second day running on Friday, calling for its abolition in the United States just as President Donald Trump's

Pope Leo condemns capital punishment amid US execution push
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump says he will be looking into banks regarding Los Angeles wildfires

U.S.

Trump says he will be looking into banks regarding Los Angeles wildfires
Business|Science|Technology|World

Hypersonic weapon startup Castelion wins $105 million Navy contract for F/A-18 integration

Castelion, a small California defense startup, has won a $105 million U.S.

Hypersonic weapon startup Castelion wins $105 million Navy contract for F/A-18 integration
Europe|Political|World

Argentina calls for renewed negotiations over Falkland Islands

Argentina's government on Friday reiterated its willingness to resume bilateral negotiations with the United Kingdom in regards to a sovereignty dispute over the

Argentina calls for renewed negotiations over Falkland Islands
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Tech boosts US stocks to record close, oil dips on signs of Iran peace progress

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq notched all-time closing highs on Friday as investors assessed signs of progress in U.S.-Iran peace talks and weighed solid

Tech boosts US stocks to record close, oil dips on signs of Iran peace progress
Business|Crime|Technology|World

US soldier charged with Maduro bets was blocked from opening account on Kalshi, source says

A U.S.

US soldier charged with Maduro bets was blocked from opening account on Kalshi, source says
Business|Crime|Economy|World

US special forces soldier arrested after allegedly winning $400,000 on Maduro raid

US special forces soldier arrested after allegedly winning $400,000 on Maduro raid

US special forces soldier arrested after allegedly winning $400,000 on Maduro raid
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Forest takes big step to ensuring Premier League survival by drubbing Sunderland

Nottingham Forest has taken a huge step toward ensuring its Premier League survival by beating Sunderland 5-0 away from home

Forest takes big step to ensuring Premier League survival by drubbing Sunderland
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Only five ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours

Only five ships, including one Iranian oil products tanker, have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours, Friday shipping data showed,

Only five ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours
Economy|Political|World

Trump dispatches Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for new talks with Iran's foreign minister

President Donald Trump is sending his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to meet with Iran’s foreign minister as officials in the South Asian nation push to revive ceasefire talks

Trump dispatches Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for new talks with Iran's foreign minister
Europe|Sports|World

Cremonese falls into Serie A relegation zone after drubbing at Napoli

Scott McTominay has scored and missed a penalty and Napoli has beaten relegation-threatened Cremonese 4-0 in Serie A

Cremonese falls into Serie A relegation zone after drubbing at Napoli
Crime|Political|US|World

Southern Poverty Law Center charged with defrauding donors with payments to extremist informants

The Southern Poverty Law Center has been indicted on federal fraud charges alleging it improperly raised millions of dollars to secretly pay leaders of the Ku Klux Klan and other hate groups for inside information

Southern Poverty Law Center charged with defrauding donors with payments to extremist informants
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Intel’s best day since 1987 leads the US stock market to more records

A surge for Intel following a blowout profit report led the U.S. stock market to more records, while oil prices kept yo-yoing in the wait for what’s next with the Iran war

Intel’s best day since 1987 leads the US stock market to more records
Political|Travel|US|World

King Charles to attend 9/11 event with New York Mayor Mamdani

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani will participate in a 9/11 memorial wreath-laying ceremony with Britain's King Charles when he visits next week, his

King Charles to attend 9/11 event with New York Mayor Mamdani
Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Russian, UAE foreign ministers seek resumption of talks to achieve Middle East agreement

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and his counterpart from the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, called for the resumption of talks to secure a rapid,

Russian, UAE foreign ministers seek resumption of talks to achieve Middle East agreement
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Argentina court orders seizure of ex-president Kirchner's assets

An Argentine appellate court has upheld a lower court decision for the assets of former Argentine President Cristina Kirchner to be confiscated in

Argentina court orders seizure of ex-president Kirchner's assets
Business|Economy|World

SLB, Baker Hughes see oil exploration spending rising as Iran war disrupts supply

Top oilfield services companies SLB and Baker Hughes said on Friday they expect higher spending on oil

SLB, Baker Hughes see oil exploration spending rising as Iran war disrupts supply
Health|Political|Science|World

Lancet medical journal declined US Senate COVID origins ask

Leading medical journal The Lancet will decline a request to provide evidence for a U.S.

Lancet medical journal declined US Senate COVID origins ask
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Canada greenlights Enbridge gas pipeline expansion in test of Carney approval process 

Canada has approved a C$4 billion ($2.93 billion) expansion of Enbridge's Westcoast natural gas pipeline system in British Columbia, the first major

Canada greenlights Enbridge gas pipeline expansion in test of Carney approval process 
Business|Economy|Political|World

New York sues US for canceling $73.5 million in highway funding

New York sued the Trump administration for withholding more than $73.5 million in highway funding over the state's decision not to revoke some

New York sues US for canceling $73.5 million in highway funding
Political|US|World

Qatar emir, Trump discuss Washington-Tehran ceasefire

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed developments in the Washington-Tehran ceasefire agreement in a phone call with U.S.

Qatar emir, Trump discuss Washington-Tehran ceasefire
Political|US|World

Trump administration to re-terminate legal status of migrants who used Biden-era app

The Trump administration again plans to terminate the legal status of hundreds of thousands of migrants, after a judge blocked its initial effort to revoke

Trump administration to re-terminate legal status of migrants who used Biden-era app
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar slips as DOJ drops Powell probe, clearing path for Warsh

The dollar fell on Friday, pressured by the Justice Department's decision to close its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair

Dollar slips as DOJ drops Powell probe, clearing path for Warsh
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli fire kills 12 in Gaza, medics say

Israeli fire killed at least 12 people including six police officers across Gaza on Friday, Palestinian health officials said.

Israeli fire kills 12 in Gaza, medics say
Political|US|World

Appeals court rules that Trump's asylum ban at the border is illegal

A U.S. appeals court has blocked President Donald Trump's executive order suspending asylum access at the southern border

Appeals court rules that Trump's asylum ban at the border is illegal
Business|Political|US|World

Iran to make offer aimed at satisfying US demands, Trump tells Reuters

U.S.

Iran to make offer aimed at satisfying US demands, Trump tells Reuters
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US legal adviser says Iran war justified by Tehran's 'aggression' over decades

The U.S.

US legal adviser says Iran war justified by Tehran's 'aggression' over decades
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

World's oldest nun, Sister Francis Dominici Piscatella, celebrates 113th birthday on Long Island

World's oldest nun, Sister Francis Dominici Piscatella, celebrates 113th birthday on Long Island

World's oldest nun, Sister Francis Dominici Piscatella, celebrates 113th birthday on Long Island
Crime|Health|US|World

US Army major in Virginia is charged with plotting to assist separatist fighters in Cameroon

A U.S. Army major employed as a nurse on a military base near Washington, D.C., has been charged with conspiring to provide financial and tactical support to separatist fighters in his native Cameroon

US Army major in Virginia is charged with plotting to assist separatist fighters in Cameroon
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

Jack Thornell, AP photographer who captured assassination attempt on James Meredith, dies at 86

Jack Thornell, the Associated Press photographer whose picture from an assassination attempt on James Meredith in 1966 won a Pulitzer Prize, has died at age 86

Jack Thornell, AP photographer who captured assassination attempt on James Meredith, dies at 86
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K on Maduro raid is granted bond

A U.S. soldier involved with the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been granted bond, a day after being charged with using classified information about the operation to win more than $400,000 in an online prediction market

US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K on Maduro raid is granted bond
Crime|Political|Science|Technology|World

How conspiracy theories about missing or dead scientists went from online forums to the White House

Speculation about links among a handful U.S. scientists who have died or disappeared in recent years was largely confined to niche online communities less than two months ago

How conspiracy theories about missing or dead scientists went from online forums to the White House
Crime|Political|US|World

Couple convicted in ‘kill list’ manifesto case

Couple convicted in ‘kill list’ manifesto case

Couple convicted in ‘kill list’ manifesto case
Political|US|World

Witkoff and Kushner headed to Pakistan for Iran talks, White House says

U.S.

Witkoff and Kushner headed to Pakistan for Iran talks, White House says
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

SLB seeks to pass on costs as Iran war disrupts supply chains (April 24)

SLB said it is seeking to recover higher costs from customers after the

SLB seeks to pass on costs as Iran war disrupts supply chains (April 24)
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Avis roller coaster drags a big index along for the ride

White-knuckle trading this month in car rental firm Avis Budget has taken one of the longest-standing U.S. stock indexes for its own thrill ride.

Avis roller coaster drags a big index along for the ride
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine, Russia swap 193 prisoners of war each in US, UAE-facilitated exchange

Ukraine and Russia conducted a prisoner of war swap on Friday, sending back 193 captured personnel each in an exchange both sides said was facilitated by the United

Ukraine, Russia swap 193 prisoners of war each in US, UAE-facilitated exchange
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Deutsche Boerse CEO warns against 24/7 trading as Wall Street gears up for it

Trading stocks round-the-clock, seven days a week could damage markets by fragmenting liquidity, German exchange operator

Deutsche Boerse CEO warns against 24/7 trading as Wall Street gears up for it
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US, EU deepen cooperation on critical minerals with eye to broader agreement

The U.S. and the European Union on Friday deepened their coordination on critical minerals as part of a broader push by Western allies

US, EU deepen cooperation on critical minerals with eye to broader agreement
Business|Finance|Science|Technology|World

DeepSeek unveils new AI model tailored for Huawei chips as China pushes for tech autonomy

DeepSeek, the Chinese startup whose low-cost AI model stunned the world last year, launched on Friday a preview of a highly

DeepSeek unveils new AI model tailored for Huawei chips as China pushes for tech autonomy
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Brazil aims to regulate critical minerals without tax breaks, finance minister says

Brazil's planned critical minerals rules do not involve fresh tax breaks, Finance Minister Dario Durigan said on Friday, adding that

Brazil aims to regulate critical minerals without tax breaks, finance minister says
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US soldier charged over Maduro removal insider bets released on $250,000 bond

A U.S.

US soldier charged over Maduro removal insider bets released on $250,000 bond
Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Second border wall construction underway in Southern Arizona

Second border wall construction underway in Southern Arizona

Second border wall construction underway in Southern Arizona
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US imposes sanctions on a China-based oil refinery and 40 shippers over Iranian oil

The Trump administration is sanctioning a major China-based oil refinery and about 40 shipping companies

US imposes sanctions on a China-based oil refinery and 40 shippers over Iranian oil
Crime|Education|US|World

Cal State Monterey Bay students protest after racially charged graffiti incidents

Cal State Monterey Bay students protest after racially charged graffiti incidents

Cal State Monterey Bay students protest after racially charged graffiti incidents
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department to allow firing squads for executions in move to ramp up capital punishment

The Justice Department will adopt firing squad as a permitted method of execution as the Trump administration moves to ramp up and expedite capital punishment cases

Justice Department to allow firing squads for executions in move to ramp up capital punishment
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump’s Justice Department is bringing back firing squads for federal executions

Trump’s Justice Department is bringing back firing squads for federal executions

Trump’s Justice Department is bringing back firing squads for federal executions
Americas|Crime|World

Florida police arrest man for first-degree murder after fatal beating over $12 debt

Florida police arrest man for first-degree murder after fatal beating over $12 debt

Florida police arrest man for first-degree murder after fatal beating over $12 debt
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology|World

'Hiding in plain sight': Millard Public Schools moves to terminate teacher accused of generating child pornography

'Hiding in plain sight': Millard Public Schools moves to terminate teacher accused of generating child pornography

'Hiding in plain sight': Millard Public Schools moves to terminate teacher accused of generating child pornography
World

The Gaza playbook: Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli destruction in Lebanon

The Gaza playbook: Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli destruction in Lebanon

The Gaza playbook: Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli destruction in Lebanon
Political|Travel|World

Witkoff and Kushner to travel to Pakistan soon for Iran talks, US official says

U.S.

Witkoff and Kushner to travel to Pakistan soon for Iran talks, US official says
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Microsoft to offer voluntary retirement to thousands of US employees for the first time

Microsoft to offer voluntary retirement to thousands of US employees for the first time

Microsoft to offer voluntary retirement to thousands of US employees for the first time
Political|US|World

Trump’s effort to bar migrants from claiming asylum at the border rejected, setting up possible Supreme Court showdown

Trump’s effort to bar migrants from claiming asylum at the border rejected, setting up possible Supreme Court showdown

Trump’s effort to bar migrants from claiming asylum at the border rejected, setting up possible Supreme Court showdown
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

The wide-brimmed Sombrero galaxy is revealed in all its splendor by a telescope in Chile

The Sombrero galaxy and its glowing halo of stars have never looked this good

The wide-brimmed Sombrero galaxy is revealed in all its splendor by a telescope in Chile
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

Justice Department drops criminal probe of Fed chair Powell, likely clearing the way for Warsh

The Justice Department has ended its investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, clearing a major roadblock to the confirmation of Kevin Warsh as his successor

Justice Department drops criminal probe of Fed chair Powell, likely clearing the way for Warsh
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Russian central bank cuts key rate by only 50 bps, raises oil price forecast on Iran war

The Russian central bank reduced its key rate by 50 basis points to 14.5% on Friday, as expected by analysts, despite pressure from

Russian central bank cuts key rate by only 50 bps, raises oil price forecast on Iran war
Business|Technology|World

China bans dual-use item exports to seven European entities over Taiwan arms sales

China's Commerce Ministry said on Friday it was banning exports of dual-use items to seven European entities over arms sales to Taiwan, placing them immediately on its

China bans dual-use item exports to seven European entities over Taiwan arms sales
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Lots of talk, lots of tech

Next week combines the big three obsessions for investors right now - the war in Iran, the path of interest rates and the AI boom.

Lots of talk, lots of tech
Crime|World

UN says Israeli strikes in Lebanon, Hezbollah rockets into Israel may breach international law

The U.N. human rights office said on Friday it has documented patterns of attacks on civilians in populated areas and residential buildings in

UN says Israeli strikes in Lebanon, Hezbollah rockets into Israel may breach international law
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

EU prepares to clash with US again over shipping carbon levy

European Union countries agreed on Friday to keep pushing for a global price on shipping's CO2 emissions in U.N. talks next week,

EU prepares to clash with US again over shipping carbon levy
Environment|Europe|World

France kept climate change off G7 agenda to avoid clash with US

France wound up a meeting of G7 environment ministers on Friday defending its "pragmatic" decision to keep climate change off the agenda to avoid a clash with the U.S. U.S.

France kept climate change off G7 agenda to avoid clash with US
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says

An internal Pentagon email outlines options for the United States to punish NATO allies it believes failed to support U.S. operations in the war with

Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK stocks end week lower as fragile U.S.-Iran truce weighs; BoE flags risks

UK's main stock indexes recorded weekly losses as investors assessed tentative signs of renewed U.S.-Iran peace talks, while a Bank of England warning that global stocks could

UK stocks end week lower as fragile U.S.-Iran truce weighs; BoE flags risks
Science|Technology|World

Romania tests AI-powered drone interceptors as Ukraine war gets closer

At a Romanian base overlooking the Black Sea, camouflaged figures squinted up into the sky and drones whined far overhead - the final test of a

Romania tests AI-powered drone interceptors as Ukraine war gets closer
Health|Science|World

US FDA moves to fast-track psychedelic drugs after Trump order

The U.S. health regulator on Friday moved to speed up the development of new treatments for serious mental illness by awarding the national

US FDA moves to fast-track psychedelic drugs after Trump order
Crime|Political|World

Tunisian journalist detained after criticising judiciary, lawyer says

Prominent Tunisian reporter Zied Heni was detained on Friday after writing an article criticising the judiciary, according to his lawyer, a move the journalists' union said

Tunisian journalist detained after criticising judiciary, lawyer says
Crime|Election|Political|World

Peruvian police raid property of former electoral chief amid election irregularities

Police raided the home of Peru's former chief electoral official on Friday as part of a new probe into alleged electoral irregularities,

Peruvian police raid property of former electoral chief amid election irregularities
Health|Political|World

Time runs out for assisted dying bill for England and Wales

A proposed bill allowing terminally ill adults in England and Wales to end their lives has failed

Time runs out for assisted dying bill for England and Wales
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Businesses dole out up to $4 million to cross Panama Canal during Strait of Hormuz chokehold

Businesses have doled out up to $4 million to send ships through the Panama Canal while trying to avoid the Iran war's risks and effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz

Businesses dole out up to $4 million to cross Panama Canal during Strait of Hormuz chokehold
Crime|Political|US|World

Officials say former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival

A former police officer was arrested in Florida on Wednesday after authorities found information suggesting he planned a mass shooting at a festival in New Orleans, according to the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office. Christopher Gillum of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is wanted in Orleans Parish on a charge of making terroristic threats. This story is breaking.

Officials say former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival
Education|Entertainment|Health|World

Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas

Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas

Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas
Economy|Technology|World

US freezes $344 million in cryptocurrency said to be linked to Iran

US freezes $344 million in cryptocurrency said to be linked to Iran

US freezes $344 million in cryptocurrency said to be linked to Iran
Crime|Entertainment|US|World

'You are evidence evil exists': Milwaukee man sentenced to life in prison for killing of 4-year-old son

'You are evidence evil exists': Milwaukee man sentenced to life in prison for killing of 4-year-old son

'You are evidence evil exists': Milwaukee man sentenced to life in prison for killing of 4-year-old son
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|World

Video recovered from deputy's bodycam hit with bullet amid Deltona shooting

Video recovered from deputy's bodycam hit with bullet amid Deltona shooting

Video recovered from deputy's bodycam hit with bullet amid Deltona shooting
Crime|US|World

Woman charged with planning ‘mass-casualty event’ at Houston synagogue, Davidson County deputies say

Woman charged with planning ‘mass-casualty event’ at Houston synagogue, Davidson County deputies say

Woman charged with planning ‘mass-casualty event’ at Houston synagogue, Davidson County deputies say
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Jim Furyk is returning as US Ryder Cup captain for 2027 with Tiger Woods out

The PGA of America has confirmed an AP report that Jim Furyk is the next U.S. Ryder Cup captain

Jim Furyk is returning as US Ryder Cup captain for 2027 with Tiger Woods out
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Norway plans to ban social media use by children under 16

Norway said on Friday it would present a bill in parliament by year-end to ban children from using social media until they turn 16, making technology companies responsible

Norway plans to ban social media use by children under 16
Business|Economy|World

Mexican economy misses expectations is February, slow start to the year

Mexico's economic activity expanded slightly in February but missed expectations, extending its rough patch since the start of the year, official data showed on

Mexican economy misses expectations is February, slow start to the year
Health|Political|World

Netanyahu says he was successfully treated for prostate cancer

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday that he had received successful treatment for early-stage prostate cancer, without specifying when the treatment

Netanyahu says he was successfully treated for prostate cancer
Africa|Crime|World

South Africa promises crackdown on xenophobic attacks after Ghana protests

South African authorities promised on Friday to crack down on anyone carrying out xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians and other foreign nationals, a day after Ghana

South Africa promises crackdown on xenophobic attacks after Ghana protests
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

China to curb US investment in tech companies, Bloomberg News reports

China plans to restrict top technology firms, including leading AI startups, from accepting U.S. capital without government approval, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing

China to curb US investment in tech companies, Bloomberg News reports
Africa|Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Eswatini celebrates King Mswati III's 40 years as critics decry royal spending

Marching bands blew horns, women ululated and men cheered on Friday to celebrate King Mswati III's 40 years on Eswatini's throne,

Eswatini celebrates King Mswati III's 40 years as critics decry royal spending
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Merz floats sanctions relief for Iran peace deal, other EU leaders cautious

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggested on Friday that the European Union could ease sanctions on Tehran as part of a comprehensive deal that would end the Iran war,

Merz floats sanctions relief for Iran peace deal, other EU leaders cautious
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Putin may attend G20 summit in Miami after US invitation

Russian President Vladimir Putin could travel to the G20 summit in Miami in December, the Kremlin said on Friday after

Putin may attend G20 summit in Miami after US invitation
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China's DeepSeek rolls out a long-anticipated update of its AI model

DeepSeek, the Chinese artificial intelligence startup that shook up world markets last year, has launched preview versions of its latest major update

China's DeepSeek rolls out a long-anticipated update of its AI model
Travel|World

Airlines cancel flights amid Middle East conflict

Global air travel remains severely disrupted, with many people unable to fly as planned after the Iran war forced the closure of major Middle Eastern hubs, including Dubai, Doha

Airlines cancel flights amid Middle East conflict
Environment|Science|Technology|World

Forty years after nuclear disaster, Ukraine's Chornobyl plant is haunted by war

Denys Khomenko betrays no emotion recalling the night last year when a Russian strike drone tore into

Forty years after nuclear disaster, Ukraine's Chornobyl plant is haunted by war
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US discussing dollar swap lines with Gulf and Asian partners, Treasury's Bessent says

The United States is discussing currency swap lines with other countries including Gulf and Asian partners, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

US discussing dollar swap lines with Gulf and Asian partners, Treasury's Bessent says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

P&G warns of $1 billion profit hit in fiscal 2027 from higher oil prices

U.S. consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble on Friday warned of a roughly $1 billion post-tax hit to its fiscal 2027 profit from surging

P&G warns of $1 billion profit hit in fiscal 2027 from higher oil prices
World

Hezbollah says ceasefire 'meaningless' as fighting continues in south

Lebanon's Hezbollah said a U.S.-mediated ceasefire in the war with Israel was meaningless a day after it was extended for

Hezbollah says ceasefire 'meaningless' as fighting continues in south
Crime|Europe|Political|World

European anti-fraud office opens investigation into Peter Mandelson

The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) said it had opened an investigation into Peter Mandelson, Britain's former ambassador to the U.S. and an ex-EU

European anti-fraud office opens investigation into Peter Mandelson
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US consumer sentiment slumps to record low in April; inflation expectations rise

U.S. consumer sentiment fell to a record low in April as households shrugged off a ceasefire in the war with Iran, remaining focused on the inflation

US consumer sentiment slumps to record low in April; inflation expectations rise
Business|Crime|US|World

Lobbyist for man pardoned by Trump indicted on extortion charges

A lobbyist who helped a nursing home owner convicted of tax fraud secure a pardon from President Donald Trump has been indicted on extortion charges, court

Lobbyist for man pardoned by Trump indicted on extortion charges
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US, EU announce action plan to coordinate trade policies on critical minerals

The United States and European Union on Friday released an action plan to coordinate trade policies and measures on critical minerals supply chains,

US, EU announce action plan to coordinate trade policies on critical minerals
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Kosovo court jails three men for 2023 terror attack near Serbia's border

A court in Pristina on Friday convicted three men on terrorism charges over a 2023 attack in northern Kosovo when Serb gunmen stormed a village and battled police in a

Kosovo court jails three men for 2023 terror attack near Serbia's border
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Main suspect in Syria's Tadamon massacre arrested, ministry says

By Feras Dalatey April 24 - Syria's Interior Ministry said on Friday it had arrested the main suspect in the 2013 Tadamon massacre, one of the worst acts of violence attributed to the former

Main suspect in Syria's Tadamon massacre arrested, ministry says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Luxury group Cucinelli tightens controls on sanctions compliance after allegations

Luxury group Brunello Cucinelli has strengthened its controls to monitor compliance with European Union sanctions on Russia, its 2025 annual report shows, following

Luxury group Cucinelli tightens controls on sanctions compliance after allegations
Business|Health|Political|Science|World

FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive

The Food and Drug Administration says it will offer ultra-fast review to three psychedelic drugs being studied for hard-to-treat mental health conditions, including major depression

FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive
Environment|Science|World

Georgia blaze shows how climate change has led to more wildfires in the East

Wildfires are often thought to be a problem for Western North America, but climate change and other factors are making fires nastier in the East, especially this year

Georgia blaze shows how climate change has led to more wildfires in the East
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo condemns Iran’s killing of protesters but says he cannot support war

Pope Leo XIV on Thursday denounced the Iranian regime’s killing of protesters but stressed that, “as a pastor,” he cannot support the US-Israeli war with Iran.

Pope Leo condemns Iran’s killing of protesters but says he cannot support war
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is declining to engage in a dispute with the U.S. over reports that the Pentagon is considering punishing NATO members who don't support U.S. operations in the Iran war

Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Consumer sentiment rebounds slightly after hitting lowest level on record

Consumer sentiment rebounds slightly after hitting lowest level on record

Consumer sentiment rebounds slightly after hitting lowest level on record
Business|Political|World

Pentagon chief Hegseth says US blockade on Iran 'going global'

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Friday that a U.S. blockade on Iran is going global, adding Tehran had a chance to make a "good deal" with Washington.

Pentagon chief Hegseth says US blockade on Iran 'going global'
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Meet the baby koala hiding in its mom’s pouch at a Florida zoo’s new Outback habitat

The Palm Beach Zoo in Florida has two reasons to celebrate

Meet the baby koala hiding in its mom’s pouch at a Florida zoo’s new Outback habitat
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Locked Capitol doors and more cash for security are the new normal after Minnesota assassination

State lawmakers across the U.S. are increasing security measures as political violence rises

Locked Capitol doors and more cash for security are the new normal after Minnesota assassination
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Donald Trump’s ire and Russian criticism are helping Giorgia Meloni at home

Donald Trump’s ire and Russian criticism are helping Giorgia Meloni at home

Donald Trump’s ire and Russian criticism are helping Giorgia Meloni at home
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|World

World Cup final tickets now reselling for over $2 million each

World Cup final tickets now reselling for over $2 million each

World Cup final tickets now reselling for over $2 million each
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Norway should use wealth fund for aid due to oil price rise in Iran war, Egeland says

Norway should use some of the income from its $2.2 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's largest, to help civilians suffering from the war in Iran,

Norway should use wealth fund for aid due to oil price rise in Iran war, Egeland says
Economy|Europe|Finance|Science|Technology|World

Europe’s markets watchdog warns cyber threats are growing as AI speeds up risks

The chief of Europe’s securities regulator said the risks from and potential speed of cyberattacks are growing, joining a chorus

Europe’s markets watchdog warns cyber threats are growing as AI speeds up risks
Africa|Business|Travel|World

Plane skids off runway in Kenya, passengers unharmed

A passenger plane overran the runway and careered into roadside bushes at a remote airstrip in northeastern Kenya on Friday, but all 36 people on board escaped without

Plane skids off runway in Kenya, passengers unharmed
Business|MidEast|Political|Technology|World

Zelenskiy seeks to develop security co-operation after Saudi visit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday visited Saudi Arabia for the second time in a month, as Kyiv seeks to bolster security co-operation and advertise its

Zelenskiy seeks to develop security co-operation after Saudi visit
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Norfolk Southern warns fuel costs will pressure coming quarters

Norfolk Southern said on Friday that surging fuel prices will continue to pressure earnings in the coming quarters after higher fuel costs weighed on margins and

Norfolk Southern warns fuel costs will pressure coming quarters
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

Meta strikes deal with Amazon's cloud unit to use its CPU chips 

Meta Platforms and Amazon.com on Friday said Meta will use Amazon Web Services' (AWS) Graviton5 central processing unit (CPU) chips, a deal an AWS

Meta strikes deal with Amazon's cloud unit to use its CPU chips 
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

The ancient mountain kingdom where fantasy comes to life

The ancient mountain kingdom where fantasy comes to life

The ancient mountain kingdom where fantasy comes to life
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia vows to help Cuba withstand US 'blackmail and threats'

Russia said on Friday that it stood in solidarity with Cuba and would continue to provide humanitarian aid to the Communist‑run island republic, rejecting what it

Russia vows to help Cuba withstand US 'blackmail and threats'
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bank of Canada to hold interest rates this year, show patience with energy inflation: Reuters poll

The Bank of Canada will hold its overnight rate steady next week and through the rest of the year, according to a majority of economists polled by Reuters, most

Bank of Canada to hold interest rates this year, show patience with energy inflation: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|World

Canada March Wholesale trade most likely up 1.3% - Statscan flash estimate

Canadian wholesale trade most likely rose 1.3% in March from February, largely driven by higher sales in the machinery, equipment and supplies subsector, Statistics Canada said in

Canada March Wholesale trade most likely up 1.3% - Statscan flash estimate
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Poland says it will challenge Mercosur trade deal in EU's top court

Poland will file a complaint to the European Union's top court about the bloc's free trade agreement with South America, Deputy Prime Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz

Poland says it will challenge Mercosur trade deal in EU's top court
Business|Crime|Environment|Travel|World

Iran war leaves seafarers stranded in the Gulf

Ankit Yadav, a seafarer from India, has been stuck on a boat at an inland Iranian port for about 2-1/2 weeks, surviving with his three fellow mariners

Iran war leaves seafarers stranded in the Gulf
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

Porsche to sell stake in sports car maker Bugatti

Porsche will sell its stakes in sports car makers Bugatti and Rimac to a consortium led by a U.S. fund linked to Egypt's billionaire Sawiris family, the companies

Porsche to sell stake in sports car maker Bugatti
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Swiss National Bank defends investment approach after calls to ditch Palantir stake

Swiss National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel defended the central bank's investment approach on Friday, after campaigners from Minneapolis called on the

Swiss National Bank defends investment approach after calls to ditch Palantir stake
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Danish government talks deadlocked one month after election

Talks on forming a new Danish government are in stalemate one month on from the country's parliamentary election, slowing

Danish government talks deadlocked one month after election
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Chinese EV maker NIO bets on in-house chips to cut reliance on Nvidia

NIO is betting that in-house chip development will sharpen its technological edge and improve profitability, Chief Executive William Li said on Friday, as the Chinese

Chinese EV maker NIO bets on in-house chips to cut reliance on Nvidia
Asia|Environment|World

Northern Japan wildfires prompt mass evacuations as flames spread

Two forest fires continued to spread toward residential areas in a northern Japanese town on Friday, prompting authorities to expand evacuation orders to more than 3,000

Northern Japan wildfires prompt mass evacuations as flames spread
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Russia's Nabiullina on rate cut, outlook and the economy

Russian Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina addressed a press conference on Friday after the central bank cut its key rate by 50 basis points to 14.5%.

Russia's Nabiullina on rate cut, outlook and the economy
Europe|Political|World

What to know about the Falkland Islands as US considers reassessing position

The United States could seek to punish Britain for its lack of support on the Iran war by reviewing its position on London's claim to the Falkland Islands

What to know about the Falkland Islands as US considers reassessing position
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher on fresh hopes of US-Iran talks

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite rose on Friday as renewed hopes for U.S.-Iran negotiations to end the war lifted sentiment, while a surge in Intel shares added further

S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher on fresh hopes of US-Iran talks
Entertainment|Sports|World

Man who helped fellow runner across Boston Marathon finish line says it was natural instinct to help

One of two men who helped carry a fellow runner across the finish line of the Boston Marathon said he had been struggling earlier himself but drew strength from the supportive crowd

Man who helped fellow runner across Boston Marathon finish line says it was natural instinct to help
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Two women risked everything after US raid to protest Venezuela's detentions of their husbands

Venezuelan women have spent the year protesting to demand the release of hundreds of political prisoners

Two women risked everything after US raid to protest Venezuela's detentions of their husbands
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|US|World

4 tickets to World Cup final are listed on FIFA's resale site for more than $2 million

FIFA’s resale site has four tickets on sale for the World Cup final for just under $2.3 million each

4 tickets to World Cup final are listed on FIFA's resale site for more than $2 million
Europe|Sports|World

Spain heads to World Cup with its image battered by cases of racism, sexism and xenophobia

First came the racist abuse against Vinícius Júnior

Spain heads to World Cup with its image battered by cases of racism, sexism and xenophobia
Health|Political|World

Netanyahu reveals he quietly underwent treatment for undisclosed prostate cancer

Netanyahu reveals he quietly underwent treatment for undisclosed prostate cancer

Netanyahu reveals he quietly underwent treatment for undisclosed prostate cancer
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

At Beijing auto show, Chinese carmakers flaunt new technologies as global competition heats up

China’s top automakers are showcasing their latest models and technologies from intelligent driving to ultrafast charging in Beijing as they compete with global rivals in overseas markets

At Beijing auto show, Chinese carmakers flaunt new technologies as global competition heats up
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Indonesia reaffirms it has no plan to impose tolls in Malacca Strait

Indonesia has no plan to impose tolls on ships passing through the Malacca Strait, its finance minister said on Friday, after his comments about

Indonesia reaffirms it has no plan to impose tolls in Malacca Strait
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

After call from Beijing, China's auto industry races to embed AI in just about everything

It took China 25 years to dominate the market for electric vehicles.

After call from Beijing, China's auto industry races to embed AI in just about everything
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Key ECB policymaker comments in run up to April 30 meeting

The following are key comments from European Central Bank policymakers in the run-up to the April 30 meeting.

Key ECB policymaker comments in run up to April 30 meeting
Economy|Political|World

Americans blame Trump for gas price surge in midterm election year, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

A clear majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for surging gasoline prices, which is weighing on his Republican Party ahead

Americans blame Trump for gas price surge in midterm election year, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Giant ice tower delays opening of Everest climbing route

Hundreds of mountaineers are stranded at the Himalayan base camp for Mount Everest as a crevasse strewn with chunks of ice, including one towering block

Giant ice tower delays opening of Everest climbing route
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Schrödinger’s ceasefire

Everything Mike Dolan and the ROI team are excited to read, watch and listen to over the weekend. From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers!

Schrödinger’s ceasefire
Asia|World

Thailand says China foreign minister expressed hope for improvements in Thai-Cambodia relations

China's visiting Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed hopes for improved relations between Thailand and Cambodia following two rounds of armed conflict last year, the Thai

Thailand says China foreign minister expressed hope for improvements in Thai-Cambodia relations
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Russia says new EU sanctions will hurt developing countries

Russia said on Friday that new European Union sanctions on its oil and gas would hurt developing countries and the EU itself, and promised to retaliate.

Russia says new EU sanctions will hurt developing countries
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin's approval rating falls to lowest since before Ukraine war, state pollster says

Russian President Vladimir Putin's approval rating has fallen for a seventh week in a row to 65.6%, its lowest level since the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022,

Putin's approval rating falls to lowest since before Ukraine war, state pollster says
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Moldova parliament votes to end energy state of emergency

Moldova's parliament voted to lift the country's energy state of emergency from Saturday, which had been imposed after Russian attacks in neighbouring Ukraine knocked

Moldova parliament votes to end energy state of emergency
Business|Economy|Technology|World

BYD doubles down on fast charging to target China's EV holdouts

China's BYD is pushing super-fast charging to attract drivers still loyal to petrol cars and sharpen its edge in the world's largest auto market, the

BYD doubles down on fast charging to target China's EV holdouts
Health|Science|World

Newer testing methods suggest significant silent spread of measles in the US, threatening elimination

Newer testing methods suggest significant silent spread of measles in the US, threatening elimination

Newer testing methods suggest significant silent spread of measles in the US, threatening elimination
Arts|Entertainment|Political|World

Correspondents' Dinner's biggest moments involve laughs, cringing and high-stakes politics

The White House Correspondents’ Dinner has produced viral moments that were funny, cringeworthy or undeniably tense and that endure across social media

Correspondents' Dinner's biggest moments involve laughs, cringing and high-stakes politics
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

US launches sweeping crackdown on Southeast Asia cyberscams and sanctions Cambodian senator

U.S. officials have announced a major crackdown on Southeast Asian cyberscam operations controlled by Chinese transnational organized crime

US launches sweeping crackdown on Southeast Asia cyberscams and sanctions Cambodian senator
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Prosecutors seek 30-year prison term for South Korea's Yoon for drone flights over Pyongyang

South Korean prosecutors are requesting a 30-year prison term for ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol

Prosecutors seek 30-year prison term for South Korea's Yoon for drone flights over Pyongyang
Europe|Political|World

Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports

Europe's "biggest, most important question" is whether the United States is ready to be a loyal NATO partner in case of a Russian attack, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk

Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU to prepare blueprint for mutual assistance pact, amid NATO doubts

EU leaders have asked officials to prepare a blueprint for how the bloc's previously obscure mutual assistance clause would work,

EU to prepare blueprint for mutual assistance pact, amid NATO doubts
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Global equity fund inflows surge to 17-month high on AI optimism

Weekly inflows into global equity funds surged to a more than 17-month high in the week through April 22, fuelled by optimism over demand for artificial intelligence and robust

Global equity fund inflows surge to 17-month high on AI optimism
Business|Economy|Political|World

No US-Iran peace talks in sight, but Islamabad maintains security lockdown

For nearly a week, Pakistan's capital has been waiting for peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to take place there, and although there is no sign the

No US-Iran peace talks in sight, but Islamabad maintains security lockdown
Economy|Environment|Health|World

War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026, global report says

Conflict, drought and shrinking aid will keep global hunger at critical levels in 2026, with food insecurity expected to worsen in some of the world's

War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026, global report says
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Hyundai Motor to launch 20 models in five years in new China campaign

Hyundai Motor will roll out 20 new models in China over the next five years as it seeks to revive its fortunes in the world's largest auto market, the

Hyundai Motor to launch 20 models in five years in new China campaign
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Nomura posts record annual profit, sees no prolonged impact from Iran war so far

(Corrects the figure for private credit exposure in Nomura's wholesale division to $400 million from $200 million in paragraph 14.)

Nomura posts record annual profit, sees no prolonged impact from Iran war so far
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Putin returns 'Iron Felix' Dzerzhinsky to Russia's spy school

President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russia's Federal Security Service's spy academy to carry the name of "Iron Felix" Dzerzhinsky, the founder of the

Putin returns 'Iron Felix' Dzerzhinsky to Russia's spy school
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Warsh's quest for better inflation data is a well-worn, difficult pursuit for Fed

Federal Reserve Chair nominee Kevin Warsh has called for a major rethink of how to measure inflation, but he may have less trouble finding new

Warsh's quest for better inflation data is a well-worn, difficult pursuit for Fed
Crime|Europe|World

Russian attack on Ukraine's Odesa kills married couple, officials say

A Russian drone attack overnight on Ukraine's southern city of Odesa killed an elderly married couple and wounded more than a dozen others, Ukrainian officials said on Friday.

Russian attack on Ukraine's Odesa kills married couple, officials say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Brazil shackles public pension funds after Banco Master meltdown

Brazil's biggest bank failure in recent history has led to an aggressive crackdown on public pension funds, which were among its creditors, limiting

Brazil shackles public pension funds after Banco Master meltdown
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Technology|World

Porsche, under pressure to cut costs, divests from sportscar maker Bugatti

Porsche has agreed to sell its stakes in sportscar makers Bugatti and Rimac to a consortium led by a U.S. fund co-

Porsche, under pressure to cut costs, divests from sportscar maker Bugatti
Celebrity|Political|US|Videos|World

Trump dismisses Prince Harry’s comments on Ukraine ahead of royal visit

Trump dismisses Prince Harry’s comments on Ukraine ahead of royal visit

Trump dismisses Prince Harry’s comments on Ukraine ahead of royal visit
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Hundreds of Everest hopefuls are waiting at base camp as glacier blocks route to summit

Hundreds of Everest hopefuls are waiting at base camp as glacier blocks route to summit

Hundreds of Everest hopefuls are waiting at base camp as glacier blocks route to summit
Crime|Political|World

House Ethics Committee pushes for more staff and more authority as misconduct scandals rock Congress

House Ethics Committee pushes for more staff and more authority as misconduct scandals rock Congress

House Ethics Committee pushes for more staff and more authority as misconduct scandals rock Congress
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China’s AI upstart DeepSeek drops new model. Will it make waves like last year?

China’s AI upstart DeepSeek drops new model. Will it make waves like last year?

China’s AI upstart DeepSeek drops new model. Will it make waves like last year?
Asia|Business|Crime|Entertainment|World

South Korean prosecutors deny police request for arrest warrant for K-pop mogul behind BTS

South Korean prosecutors have rejected a police request for an arrest warrant for music tycoon Bang Si-Hyuk

South Korean prosecutors deny police request for arrest warrant for K-pop mogul behind BTS
Political|World

Third US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East as Trump declines to give timeline on ending Iran war

Third US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East as Trump declines to give timeline on ending Iran war

Third US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East as Trump declines to give timeline on ending Iran war
Business|Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Czech power company ČEZ signs deal with Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for first small nuclear reactor

Czech power company ČEZ has signed a deal with U.K. company Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for building the first small modular nuclear reactor in the Czech Republic

Czech power company ČEZ signs deal with Rolls-Royce SMR to prepare for first small nuclear reactor
Asia|Environment|Science|World

China will send giant pandas to Atlanta again

China is sending two giant pandas to Zoo Atlanta, the China Wildlife Conservation Association says

China will send giant pandas to Atlanta again
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese companies 'exploiting' AI models made in US

The Trump administration is vowing to crack down on foreign tech companies’ exploitation of U.S. artificial intelligence models, singling out China at a time that country is narrowing the gap with the U.S. in the AI race

Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese companies 'exploiting' AI models made in US
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology|World

Japan launches financial task force amid AI security fears

Japan will set up a task force to address cybersecurity risks in its financial system following concerns about potential vulnerabilities linked to

Japan launches financial task force amid AI security fears
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

German business sentiment falls in April to lowest level since 2020

German business morale fell more than expected in April, as the Iran war made companies more pessimistic and threatened the long-awaited recovery of

German business sentiment falls in April to lowest level since 2020
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK drivers' dash for fuel at start of Iran war boosts retail sales

British motorists worried about fuel price increases rushed to the pumps immediately after the start of the Iran war, pushing up total sales volumes

UK drivers' dash for fuel at start of Iran war boosts retail sales
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in a year as energy costs bite

A spike in energy costs caused Spanish industrial prices to rise at their fastest rate in a year in March after falling for four consecutive months, the National Statistics

Spain's industrial prices rise at fastest pace in a year as energy costs bite
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Swiss National Bank chairman says Middle East conflict will hit economy

The Middle East conflict will lead to slower economic growth and higher inflation in Switzerland, but the Swiss National Bank has unrestricted scope to target

Swiss National Bank chairman says Middle East conflict will hit economy
Business|Economy|Political|World

China rejects Trump accusation that intercepted Iran ship was 'gift from China'

China's foreign ministry on Friday rejected an accusation by U.S.

China rejects Trump accusation that intercepted Iran ship was 'gift from China'
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Dozens of Thai opposition figures to go on trial over bid to amend royal insult law

Thailand's Supreme Court said on Friday that 44 current and former

Dozens of Thai opposition figures to go on trial over bid to amend royal insult law
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Minneapolis campaigners press Swiss National Bank to dump Palantir investment

The Swiss National Bank should sell its $1.1 billion stake in Palantir Technologies, campaigners from Minneapolis said at a meeting of the central bank on

Minneapolis campaigners press Swiss National Bank to dump Palantir investment
Environment|Science|World

Explosion of invasive 'janitor fish' sparks mass removal operation in Indonesia's capital

Authorities in Indonesia’s capital are seeking to remove at least 10 tons of janitor fish from the city’s waterways

Explosion of invasive 'janitor fish' sparks mass removal operation in Indonesia's capital
Crime|US|World

New Orleans mass shooting plan was thwarted by network of law enforcement. Here’s what we know

New Orleans mass shooting plan was thwarted by network of law enforcement. Here’s what we know

New Orleans mass shooting plan was thwarted by network of law enforcement. Here’s what we know
Business|Environment|Sports|Travel|World

A massive, unstable ice block stalls Everest climbers at base camp

A massive ice block on the route above Mount Everest's base camp is delaying climbers seeking to scale the world's highest peak

A massive, unstable ice block stalls Everest climbers at base camp
Crime|Political|World

Myanmar's military-backed government imposes martial law in 60 townships

Myanmar's junta leader-turned-president Min Aung Hlaing has issued new emergency ordinances to impose military control in 60 townships, a move aimed at tightening security in

Myanmar's military-backed government imposes martial law in 60 townships
Economy|Europe|World

French consumer confidence falls sharply in April as war takes toll on economy

French consumer confidence fell sharply in April, recording its largest drop since the start of the Ukraine war in 2022, the INSEE official statistics agency said on Friday.

French consumer confidence falls sharply in April as war takes toll on economy
Asia|Political|World

South Korea says US alliance not in crisis despite Coupang-linked friction, media reports

South Korea's national security adviser said on Thursday the U.S. alliance was not in crisis despite recent friction, though he acknowledged that current strains with

South Korea says US alliance not in crisis despite Coupang-linked friction, media reports
World

In Baltic skies, NATO and Russian pilots size each other up warily but without a tilt into war

In Baltic skies, there's a regular ballet of posturing between pilots from NATO nations and Russia

In Baltic skies, NATO and Russian pilots size each other up warily but without a tilt into war
Crime|US|World

US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K Polymarket bet on Maduro raid

A U.S. soldier involved in the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online betting market

US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K Polymarket bet on Maduro raid
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Iran flaunts its grip, investors cower

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Markets were in a dour mood on Friday, with Iran flaunting its grip over the Strait of Hormuz serving as a stark reminder that the

Iran flaunts its grip, investors cower
Asia|Crime|Political|World

South Korea prosecutors seek 30-year jail term for ex-President Yoon in drone case, Yonhap says

South Korean prosecutors sought a 30-year jail term for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on Friday, in a case alleging he ordered a drone operation over Pyongyang to help

South Korea prosecutors seek 30-year jail term for ex-President Yoon in drone case, Yonhap says
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|World

Trump to deliver remarks to crypto conference on Saturday, White House says

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Trump to deliver remarks to crypto conference on Saturday, White House says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Up, or down? War scrambles financial markets' signalling efforts

The traditional global asset correlations that collapsed when the war in the Middle East erupted remain broken, leaving investors to piece together

Up, or down? War scrambles financial markets' signalling efforts
Business|Economy|Environment|Fashion and Beauty|World

Iran war hits Asia's polyester suppliers to global fast fashion

A surge in fossil fuel prices since the Iran war is squeezing polyester suppliers and garment makers across

Iran war hits Asia's polyester suppliers to global fast fashion
Sports|US|World

Timberwolves take a 2-1 lead on the Nuggets with a dominant defensive effort in a 113-96 win

Jaden McDaniels and the Minnesota Timberwolves flexed even more of their defensive muscle against the flagging Denver Nuggets and seized a 2-1 lead in the first-round NBA playoff series with a dominant 113-96 victory

Timberwolves take a 2-1 lead on the Nuggets with a dominant defensive effort in a 113-96 win
Crime|Political|US|World

Woman, her 5 children released from longest ICE detention of a family under Trump

A woman and her five children, whose immigration detention of over 10 months marked the longest family detention under President Donald Trump's

Woman, her 5 children released from longest ICE detention of a family under Trump
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

SNB's Schlegel says prolonged energy shock could lift inflation, hit growth

Swiss National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel said the outlook for Switzerland's economy hinges on how long conflict-driven energy price pressures persist, warning that

SNB's Schlegel says prolonged energy shock could lift inflation, hit growth
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fitch says no immediate downgrade if Indonesia's deficit tops 3% due to Iran war impact

Indonesia has room to breach its legal fiscal deficit ceiling of 3% of GDP without triggering an immediate ratings downgrade

Fitch says no immediate downgrade if Indonesia's deficit tops 3% due to Iran war impact
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US, EU to sign preliminary partnership deal on critical minerals on Friday

The United States and the European Union will sign a memorandum of understanding on Friday for a partnership on critical minerals, the State

US, EU to sign preliminary partnership deal on critical minerals on Friday
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Mercedes steels itself for 'roller coaster' competition in Chinese market

Mercedes-Benz will use this year's Beijing auto show to pitch how it plans to navigate China's fiercely competitive car market, where Chief Executive Ola Kaellenius says

Mercedes steels itself for 'roller coaster' competition in Chinese market
Crime|Political|World

Thai court accepts case against 44 opposition figures over royal insult law

Thailand's Supreme Court said on Friday it had accepted a petition that accuses 44 current and former opposition lawmakers of ethics violations over their attempt in 2021

Thai court accepts case against 44 opposition figures over royal insult law
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Most US companies seen sticking with quarterly reporting

Quarterly earnings reporting may soon become optional for U.S. firms - yet the vast majority of companies are unlikely to take advantage

Most US companies seen sticking with quarterly reporting
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

A tiny Arctic village in Alaska is trying to revive its polar bear tourism industry

A small Indigenous village in Alaska wants to reclaim its status as a top spot for polar bear tourism

A tiny Arctic village in Alaska is trying to revive its polar bear tourism industry
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's core inflation stays below BOJ target, energy risks grow

Japan's core inflation slowed below the central bank's 2% target for a second straight month in March, data showed on Friday, as government fuel subsidies

Japan's core inflation stays below BOJ target, energy risks grow
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon-Israel ceasefire extended by three weeks after Oval Office meeting

Lebanon and Israel extended their ceasefire for three weeks after a high-level

Lebanon-Israel ceasefire extended by three weeks after Oval Office meeting
Americas|Crime|World

In El Salvador, shackled prisoners watch their mass trial on a big screen

From inside a Salvadoran mega prison, more than one hundred alleged gang members sit in rows, wrists cuffed and ankles shackled,

In El Salvador, shackled prisoners watch their mass trial on a big screen
Crime|US|World

Shootout after argument at Louisiana mall leaves 1 dead, 5 injured, including bystanders, police say

Shootout after argument at Louisiana mall leaves 1 dead, 5 injured, including bystanders, police say

Shootout after argument at Louisiana mall leaves 1 dead, 5 injured, including bystanders, police say
Political|World

The Latest: Trump orders military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. military to “shoot and kill” Iranian small boats choking the Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: Trump orders military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz
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Trump orders US military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump says he has ordered the U.S. military to “shoot and kill” small Iranian boats that deploy mines to choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz

Trump orders US military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

Sabres rally to beat Bruins 3-1, take 2-1 lead in NHL playoff series

Bowen Byram scored a minute after Boston missed a penalty shot, and Alex Tuch broke a third-period tie to help Buffalo come from behind and beat the Bruins 3-1

Sabres rally to beat Bruins 3-1, take 2-1 lead in NHL playoff series
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

US still delivering weapons to Ukraine, Zelenskyy says, as Prince Harry visits Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says U.S. weapon deliveries to Ukraine haven't stopped despite the Iran war

US still delivering weapons to Ukraine, Zelenskyy says, as Prince Harry visits Kyiv
Americas|MidEast|Political|Sports|US|World

US says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed

U.S.

US says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed
Business|Science|Technology|US|World

Cisco shows switch that can connect quantum computers of different kinds

Cisco Systems on Thursday showed a switching chip that it says will be able to connect quantum computers of different types, another step in its

Cisco shows switch that can connect quantum computers of different kinds
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Singapore emerging as neutral ground as AI firms navigate Sino-US rivalry

Singapore is transforming from East-West gateway to neutral ground for the AI sector, with Chinese startups hoping to operate

Singapore emerging as neutral ground as AI firms navigate Sino-US rivalry
Crime|Political|US|World

US soldier charged with making $400,000 on Maduro removal bets

A U.S.

US soldier charged with making $400,000 on Maduro removal bets
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023

More than 100 million vaccine doses have been delivered to 18.3 million children worldwide since 2023 under a global drive to reverse pandemic-related declines

WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023
Business|Economy|Technology|World

UK to face 'big tariff' if it doesn't drop tech tax, Trump says

U.S.

UK to face 'big tariff' if it doesn't drop tech tax, Trump says
Business|Crime|Technology|Travel|World

NTSB says runway safety system did not activate before fatal Air Canada Express collision

The National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday a key runway safety system failed to activate before a March 22 fatal collision between an

NTSB says runway safety system did not activate before fatal Air Canada Express collision
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Senator Steve Daines to lead visit to China before May summit, SCMP reports

U.S. Republican Senator Steve Daines will lead a five-member bipartisan delegation to China next week, the South China Morning Post reported on Friday, citing sources. U.S.

US Senator Steve Daines to lead visit to China before May summit, SCMP reports
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Key takeaways from a report into the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport

Federal investigators have released a preliminary report on last month's deadly airplane crash at a New York City airport

Key takeaways from a report into the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

South Georgia wildfires destroy homes, force evacuations

More than 50 homes and structures were destroyed this week and at least 1,000 others were threatened on Thursday by wildfires in southeast Georgia that sent

South Georgia wildfires destroy homes, force evacuations
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Suncorp buys $1.7 billion reinsurance cover, sees FY26 premium growth of 3%

Australian general insurer Suncorp said on Friday it had purchased a five-year aggregate reinsurance cover that will provide up to A$2.4 billion ($1.71 billion) in total

Suncorp buys $1.7 billion reinsurance cover, sees FY26 premium growth of 3%
Business|Economy|US|World

Trump says Navy Secretary Phelan was fired over shipbuilding conflicts

Navy Secretary John Phelan was fired after conflicts with senior Pentagon leadership over shipbuilding, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday.

Trump says Navy Secretary Phelan was fired over shipbuilding conflicts
Arts|Business|Crime|Science|Technology|US|World

SpaceX warns that inquiries into sexually abusive AI imagery may hurt market access

The multiple investigations into xAI’s creation and dissemination of sexually abusive imagery may lead the

SpaceX warns that inquiries into sexually abusive AI imagery may hurt market access
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

German software maker SAP beats first-quarter profit estimates on cloud demand

Europe's largest software maker SAP on Thursday reported a 17% increase in first-quarter profit, beating estimates, due to strong growth in its cloud business.

German software maker SAP beats first-quarter profit estimates on cloud demand
Crime|Election|Finance|World

Guatemala court orders re-do of candidate list for attorney general

Guatemala's Constitutional Court on Thursday froze the process to select the country's next attorney general and ordered the nominating commission

Guatemala court orders re-do of candidate list for attorney general
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan March core CPI rises 1.8% yr/yr

Japan's core consumer prices rose 1.8% in March from a year earlier, government data showed on Friday.

Japan March core CPI rises 1.8% yr/yr
Crime|US|World

2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue

Authorities have arrested two young people in an alleged plot to attack a Texas synagogue

2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue
Business|Environment|Travel|US|World

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool gets a blue coating as Trump tackles renovation project

President Donald Trump is having the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool coated in a swimming pool surface hued in “American flag blue,” covering a decades-old granite surface that he said was “leaking like a sieve” and would take years to replace

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool gets a blue coating as Trump tackles renovation project
Business|Crime|Technology|US|World

Firefighter heard ‘stop, stop’ before LaGuardia jet crash, but didn’t know who it was for, NTSB says

The National Transportation Safety Board says a firefighter whose truck collided with an Air Canada jet last month on a runway at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, killing both pilots, heard an air traffic controller warn “stop, stop, stop” but didn’t know who it was for

Firefighter heard ‘stop, stop’ before LaGuardia jet crash, but didn’t know who it was for, NTSB says
Political|Sports|World

Italy dismisses replacing Iran at the World Cup after suggestion by Trump official

Four-time champion Italy is not interested in replacing Iran at the upcoming World Cup in North America following a suggestion to that effect by U.S. special envoy Paolo Zampolli

Italy dismisses replacing Iran at the World Cup after suggestion by Trump official
MidEast|Political|World

Trump says Lebanon and Israel agree to extend Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire by 3 weeks

President Donald Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group by three weeks after talks at the White House

Trump says Lebanon and Israel agree to extend Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire by 3 weeks
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Geopolitical reality check

Oil prices jumped and Wall Street fell on Thursday, with the Nasdaq having its worst day in a month, as fading hopes of a U.S.-Iran peace deal

Trading Day: Geopolitical reality check
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump on gas prices: Americans should expect to pay more 'for a little while'

U.S.

Trump on gas prices: Americans should expect to pay more 'for a little while'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Newmont beats Q1 profit estimates as record gold prices offset output drop

Newmont beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Thursday as record gold prices helped offset lower production, though the world's largest gold miner

Newmont beats Q1 profit estimates as record gold prices offset output drop
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

U.S. concerned about Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S. security official says

The United States is concerned about some Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S.

U.S. concerned about Chinese infrastructure in Argentina, U.S. security official says
Americas|Crime|US|World

Mexico seeks to ease tensions over deaths of US officials in car crash

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum sought to de-escalate tensions with the U.S. on Thursday after the deaths of two

Mexico seeks to ease tensions over deaths of US officials in car crash
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

One person approved for $1 million US Gold Card visa program so far, commerce secretary says

The Trump administration has approved only one Gold Card visa under a program granting U.S. residency to non-citizens for a $1 million fee, Commerce Secretary Howard

One person approved for $1 million US Gold Card visa program so far, commerce secretary says
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration probes NYC Department of Education over pro-Palestinian group

U.S.

Trump administration probes NYC Department of Education over pro-Palestinian group
Political|US|World

Trump says US will not use nuclear weapon in Iran war

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he would not use a nuclear weapon in the war against Iran. "Why would I use a nuclear weapon?

Trump says US will not use nuclear weapon in Iran war
Sports|Travel|World

Human rights groups issue US travel advisory ahead of World Cup

Advocacy groups issued a travel advisory on Thursday, warning that visitors traveling to the U.S. for the 2026 World Cup may face arbitrary detention or

Human rights groups issue US travel advisory ahead of World Cup
Political|US|World

Trump to invite Russia's Putin to G20 summit in Miami, WaPo reports

U.S.

Trump to invite Russia's Putin to G20 summit in Miami, WaPo reports
Business|Environment|Europe|World

Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil terminal

Firefighters have brought under control a blaze that broke out at Russia's Black Sea Tuapse oil refinery after a Ukrainian drone attack, local officials said on Thursday.

Fire brought under control at Russia's Tuapse oil terminal
Economy|Political|World

Iran seizes vessel in Strait of Hormuz, defying US naval superiority

Iran flaunted its tightened grip over the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday with a video of commandos in a

Iran seizes vessel in Strait of Hormuz, defying US naval superiority
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says leaders of Lebanon and Israel could meet in next three weeks

U.S.

Trump says leaders of Lebanon and Israel could meet in next three weeks
Economy|Political|World

Mexico opens probe into economy minister over son's stay in diplomatic residence

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Thursday the government has opened an investigation into Economy Minister Marcelo

Mexico opens probe into economy minister over son's stay in diplomatic residence
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Baker Hughes tops estimates, says oilfield activity hit by Middle East disruptions

Oilfield services provider Baker Hughes beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit, as strong demand in its industrial and energy technology unit offset drilling weakness

Baker Hughes tops estimates, says oilfield activity hit by Middle East disruptions
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Haiti's new UN-backed gang-fighting force exceeds funding expectations

The new U.N.-backed international force charged with combating Haiti’s violent gangs has received more pledges than the 5,500 military and police it is seeking, and Chadian troops have already deployed in the capital, Port-au-Prince

Haiti's new UN-backed gang-fighting force exceeds funding expectations
Political|Sports|Travel|World

Amnesty International and rights groups issue a World Cup travel advisory for the US

Amnesty International and U.S. civil rights groups have issued a “World Cup travel advisory," warning visitors about “rising authoritarianism and increasing violence" in the U.S. under President Donald Trump's immigration policies

Amnesty International and rights groups issue a World Cup travel advisory for the US
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails

US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails

US military developing plans to target Iran’s Strait of Hormuz defenses if ceasefire fails
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds

Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds

Firefighter heard ‘stop stop stop’ before deadly LaGuardia collision – but didn’t know who the warning was for, NTSB finds
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors

San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors

San Francisco honors 'Grandpa Vicha' by reaffirming commitment to protecting seniors
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule

Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule

Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Armed intruder breaks into home, sexually assaults one homeowner

Armed intruder breaks into home, sexually assaults one homeowner

Armed intruder breaks into home, sexually assaults one homeowner
Crime|Entertainment|Travel|World

Ex-officer planned to kill Black people in mass shooting at a New Orleans festival, authorities say

A Florida county sheriff's office says they arrested a former law enforcement officer whom federal authorities say planned a mass shooting targeting Black people at a large festival in New Orleans

Ex-officer planned to kill Black people in mass shooting at a New Orleans festival, authorities say
Crime|US|World

City manager announces dismissal of Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge

City manager announces dismissal of Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge

City manager announces dismissal of Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge
Business|Economy|World

Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar

Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar

Venezuela was promised an economic revival. But three months of minimum wage doesn’t add up to a single US dollar
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Brazil regulator approves deeper probe into Google's news content use

Brazil's antitrust watchdog CADE approved on Thursday a recommendation to deepen investigations into the use of journalistic content by Alphabet's Google, which would

Brazil regulator approves deeper probe into Google's news content use
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

European states accuse Russia of trying to erase memory of Stalin's crimes after monument disappears

Four European states have accused Russia of trying to destroy the memory of Soviet leader Josef Stalin's crimes against his own people after a monument to

European states accuse Russia of trying to erase memory of Stalin's crimes after monument disappears
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry

The U.S.

US to loosen marijuana rules in major shift for $47 billion industry
Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine has remote-control drones that can hit targets at great distance, minister says

Ukraine has developed interceptor drones that can be directed from a distance and are capable of hitting targets hundreds or thousands of kilometres away, Defence Minister

Ukraine has remote-control drones that can hit targets at great distance, minister says
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Sports|World

Citadel hits back after Mamdani features Griffin's penthouse in video

Ken Griffin's Citadel has pushed back against Zohran Mamdani after the New York Mayor dragged in the billionaire investor's penthouse in his push to tax wealthy property owners in

Citadel hits back after Mamdani features Griffin's penthouse in video
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Colombia's Ecopetrol to buy 26% stake in Brazil's Brava, seeks majority control

Colombia's state oil firm Ecopetrol has agreed to buy a stake of around 26% in Brazilian energy firm Brava, in a deal that could result in the Colombian company taking

Colombia's Ecopetrol to buy 26% stake in Brazil's Brava, seeks majority control
Business|Economy|Sports|World

Golf-PGA Tour cuts 4% of workforce as part of organisational restructuring

The PGA Tour eliminated 4% of its workforce on Thursday as part of a restructuring process.

Golf-PGA Tour cuts 4% of workforce as part of organisational restructuring
Business|Economy|Political|World

US ambassador to Mexico floats action on bribery, corruption

U.S.

US ambassador to Mexico floats action on bribery, corruption
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

US EEOC Chair violated ethics rules halting LGBTQ cases, complaint alleges

U.S.

US EEOC Chair violated ethics rules halting LGBTQ cases, complaint alleges
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump to tap government contracting expert to head TSA, sources say

President Donald Trump intends to nominate a longtime business executive and government contracting expert to head the Transportation Security

Trump to tap government contracting expert to head TSA, sources say
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron

President Donald Trump announced a drug pricing deal with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals on Thursday, wrapping up the

Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Venice Biennale jury excludes Russia and Israel from artist awards as EU threatens funding cut

Jurors at the Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition said on Thursday they would not consider artists from countries whose leaders are facing charges

Venice Biennale jury excludes Russia and Israel from artist awards as EU threatens funding cut
Business|Economy|Political|World

White House expected to extend Jones Act waiver up to 90 days, sources say

The White House is expected to extend the Jones Act waiver for up to 90 days as early as Friday to help blunt fuel price pressures tied to the Iran conflict,

White House expected to extend Jones Act waiver up to 90 days, sources say
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Cuban diplomat denies that releasing political prisoners is part of US negotiations

Havana won't abide by any American “ultimatums” to release political prisoners as part of new talks

Cuban diplomat denies that releasing political prisoners is part of US negotiations
Business|Education|Environment|Travel|World

Teen launches Saipan relief mission after Category 5 typhoon

Teen launches Saipan relief mission after Category 5 typhoon

Teen launches Saipan relief mission after Category 5 typhoon
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks fall on a shaky Wall Street as Brent oil briefly barrels above $107

U.S. stocks pulled back from their record heights on a shaky Wall Street

US stocks fall on a shaky Wall Street as Brent oil briefly barrels above $107
Crime|Europe|World

2 trains collide in Denmark, critically injuring 5 people

Two trains have collided in Denmark, critically injuring five people

2 trains collide in Denmark, critically injuring 5 people
Crime|US|World

Former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival

Former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival

Former police officer arrested for allegedly planning mass shooting at New Orleans festival
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department's watchdog is reviewing compliance with the law mandating Epstein files release

The Department of Justice’s internal watchdog is reviewing the department’s compliance with the law mandating the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files

Justice Department's watchdog is reviewing compliance with the law mandating Epstein files release
Business|Science|Technology|World

White House accuses China of copying American AI models in ‘industrial-scale’ campaign

White House accuses China of copying American AI models in ‘industrial-scale’ campaign

White House accuses China of copying American AI models in ‘industrial-scale’ campaign
Crime|World

Federal judge orders release of family of man charged in Colorado firebomb attack

A federal judge has ordered the release from immigration custody of the family of a man charged in a fatal firebomb attack in Boulder, Colorado, last year

Federal judge orders release of family of man charged in Colorado firebomb attack
Crime|Political|World

Ex-Philippine President Duterte to face trial on crimes against humanity charges

Judges at the International Criminal Court have confirmed crimes against humanity charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for deadly anti-drugs crackdowns he allegedly oversaw while in office

Ex-Philippine President Duterte to face trial on crimes against humanity charges
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar

Two Chinese nationals face charges in the U.S. that they managed a sprawling compound in Myanmar where authorities say workers were forced to participate in cryptocurrency investment fraud scams

US charges 2 Chinese nationals with managing cyberscam compound in Myanmar
Economy|Europe|World

Italy set to become euro zone's most indebted country, replacing Greece

Greece will cease to be the euro zone's most indebted country by the end of this year as its public debt will fall below

Italy set to become euro zone's most indebted country, replacing Greece
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pope condemns killing of protesters in Iran, reaffirms stance against war

Pope Leo on Thursday firmly condemned the killing of protesters in Iran, after U.S.

Pope condemns killing of protesters in Iran, reaffirms stance against war
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Electrolux plans about $1 billion share issue, tie-up with Midea in North America to shake up ops

Swedish appliance maker Electrolux said on Thursday it would launch a 9 billion Swedish crown ($976.34 million) rights issue and unveiled

Electrolux plans about $1 billion share issue, tie-up with Midea in North America to shake up ops
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Cuba sees short-term relief as Russian oil begins to flow

Cubans this week began to reap the benefits of a recent 100,000 metric ton delivery of Russian oil, a temporary lifeline for the energy-starved nation and

Cuba sees short-term relief as Russian oil begins to flow
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department watchdog to review release of Epstein files

The U.S.

US Justice Department watchdog to review release of Epstein files
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Crude oil futures jump on reports of air attacks, Iran power struggle

Crude oil futures spiked $5 a barrel on Thursday after reports that air defenses were engaging targets over Tehran and of a power struggle between Iran's

Crude oil futures jump on reports of air attacks, Iran power struggle
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks close lower on fading hopes for quick Iran deal, mixed quarterly earnings

U.S. stocks fell in choppy trading on Thursday as hopes dimmed for a quick end to the Iran war, while investors grappled with a

Stocks close lower on fading hopes for quick Iran deal, mixed quarterly earnings
Election|Political|US|World

US to deploy election observers in The Bahamas

The United States is planning to deploy officials to observe next month's election in The Bahamas, the U.S.

US to deploy election observers in The Bahamas