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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

US seizes 13 website domains tied to alleged Chinese intelligence collection

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

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

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

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

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

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

Anthropic called on the U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

Tesla Full Self-Driving supervised driver assistance software has been

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

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

The U.S.

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

US announces additional $20 million for Ebola response

The U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Albania protests swell as opposition to Kushner resort persists

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

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

Pope blesses Barcelona’s Gaudi-designed towering architectural masterpiece

Pope blesses Barcelona’s Gaudi-designed towering architectural masterpiece

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

AI boom sparks rally, frenzy and fear

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

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

Health sleuths are watching for disease threats during the World Cup

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

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

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

U.S.

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

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

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

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

OB-GYN group makes vaccine recommendations for the first time

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

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

Police pursuit leaves one person dead after car crashes into home

Police pursuit leaves one person dead after car crashes into home

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Count slows in Peru as presidency likely hinges on contested votes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

US derivatives regulator maps out rules for soaring prediction market industry

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

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

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

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

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

Senate Democrats say they have been snubbed on election security briefings

Democrats in the U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Deadly Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan end a month of calm

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

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

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

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

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

Lionel Messi shines on eve of World Cup

Lionel Messi shines on eve of World Cup

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Soccer-World Cup security planners race to counter drone risks

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

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

Israeli airstrikes kill 13 in south Lebanon, Lebanese sources say

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

Israeli airstrikes kill 13 in south Lebanon, Lebanese sources say
Business|Economy|US|World

Trump nominee to head Bureau of Labor Statistics does not believe data were faked

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mauricio Pochettino has been blunt about American soccer talent

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

An ancient whale graveyard in the Indian Ocean teems with life

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

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

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

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

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

Soccer-Argentina players' passport details leaked in security oversight

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

Soccer-Argentina players' passport details leaked in security oversight
Business|Health|Sports|Technology|World

Soccer-World Cup waterbreaks offer lucrative opportunity for broadcasters

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

Soccer-World Cup waterbreaks offer lucrative opportunity for broadcasters
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Germany's Merz says new Franco-German air defence data project to be outlined by July

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

Germany's Merz says new Franco-German air defence data project to be outlined by July
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

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

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

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

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

U.S.

Pentagon’s Hegseth warns Cuba that arms procurement could invite confrontation
Crime|US|World

Burning cross in Grant Park shocks passerby, prompts CPD investigation

Burning cross in Grant Park shocks passerby, prompts CPD investigation

Burning cross in Grant Park shocks passerby, prompts CPD investigation
Business|Environment|Health|Science|World

Ebola testing stalled in three Congo labs due to shortages, says WHO

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

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

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

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

Two babies from Congo orphanage die of Ebola, highlighting risk to children
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Bank of Canada holds rates, sees few signs energy prices broadly fueling inflation

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

Bank of Canada holds rates, sees few signs energy prices broadly fueling inflation
Business|Education|Environment|Finance|Science|Technology|World

An underground detector in China unveils its first major findings about mysterious ghost particles

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

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

World markets walk a tightrope between AI stocks and oil shocks

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

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

IAEA board passes resolution demanding Iran report uranium stocks

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

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

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

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

Olympics-LA28 to open second ticket sale after selling 4 million in first release
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens lower on tech losses, Middle East tensions

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

Wall St opens lower on tech losses, Middle East tensions
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Novelis restarts production at New York plant key to Ford trucks

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

Novelis restarts production at New York plant key to Ford trucks
Business|Environment|Political|US|World

FAA says proposed Trump arch in Washington would need red obstruction lights

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Head of Colombian legislative commission proposes suspension of president Petro

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

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

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

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

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

US business group says some critical minerals are 'nearly unobtainable' from China

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

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

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

Marty O'Donnell, backed by U.S.

Trump-backed Republican Marty O'Donnell wins Nevada primary for key House seat
Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil Senate committee backs central bank autonomy despite Lula resistance

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

Brazil Senate committee backs central bank autonomy despite Lula resistance
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar slips as US inflation data keeps rate hike at bay

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

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

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

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

Belfast's anti-migration violence brings back dark memories of the 'Troubles'
Business|Political|US|World

US transport agency rescinds 'disparate impact' civil rights regulation

The U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Russia probes two car bombs in Moscow

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

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

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

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

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

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Chrystia Freeland's 'Unreliable Boyfriend' offers front-row seat to US-Canada tensions
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Ukraine will face summer power shortages after Russian attacks, think tank says

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

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

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

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

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

Traders keep bets on Fed rate hike by October

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ukraine strikes key logistics in Russian-occupied south

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

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

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

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

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

The chips are blue

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Trump setbacks fuel lame-duck talk as he turns 80

U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ares Management raises $8.5 billion for new fund, FT reports
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Few Americans see Trump administration delivering justice in Epstein cases, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

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

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

Airbus leans towards Saab as Franco-German fighter unravels

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bank of Japan governor Ueda hospitalised, will miss June meeting

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

Bank of Japan governor Ueda hospitalised, will miss June meeting
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The Pope met superstar musician Bad Bunny but didn’t provide photos (sorry)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ukraine launches long-range strikes on military and energy sites in Russia
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UK's FTSE 100 rises as energy and consumer staples gain

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Germany risks recession as Iran energy shock hits growth, DIW economists say
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Italy PM Meloni hails industrial output rise, analysts remain cautious

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

China, Taiwan spar over legality of coast guard patrols east of island
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Japan's Asics to spin off popular Onitsuka Tiger sneaker business

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to hold bilateral talks with U.S.

India's Modi, Trump likely to meet at G7, discuss trade, visas, source says
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Cuba's revolutionary generation pushed to breaking point by US blockade

When Sagrado Armando Garcia, an 85-year-old former government bureaucrat, collapsed in his home, his son couldn't get him to the hospital

Cuba's revolutionary generation pushed to breaking point by US blockade
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Hong Kong charges 7 people and 2 firms over deadly fire that killed 168

Hong Kong authorities have charged seven people and two companies with offenses including manslaughter and conspiracy to defraud over the city's deadliest fire in decades last November

Hong Kong charges 7 people and 2 firms over deadly fire that killed 168
Business|Economy|World

Higher gasoline prices likely pushed up US consumer inflation again in May

U.S. consumer inflation likely increased at its fastest pace in three years in May as the Middle East conflict raised prices of energy products, which

Higher gasoline prices likely pushed up US consumer inflation again in May
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ set to raise key rate to 1.0% in June, 1.25% by year-end: Reuters poll

The Bank of Japan will raise its key interest rate this month and again in the fourth quarter, taking borrowing costs to 1.25% by year-end, as it grows

BOJ set to raise key rate to 1.0% in June, 1.25% by year-end: Reuters poll
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

Rescuers race to reach trapped after powerful quake in southern Philippines

Rescuers searched the rubble on Tuesday of a collapsed building in the southern Philippine city of General Santos, the

Rescuers race to reach trapped after powerful quake in southern Philippines
Crime|Europe|Health|Political|World

Homes set alight in Belfast anti-immigrant protests after 'brutal' knife attack

Masked men burned families out of their homes in Belfast in a wave of anti-immigrant violence on Tuesday night after a Sudanese man was charged over a

Homes set alight in Belfast anti-immigrant protests after 'brutal' knife attack
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China Inc deploys 'quiet' layoffs as Beijing promotes AI adoption

Liu, a Hangzhou-based contractor at a large Chinese internet firm, says her employer began quietly firing contractors in March after it ordered staff to use

China Inc deploys 'quiet' layoffs as Beijing promotes AI adoption
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German retailers expect only modest boost from World Cup

German retailers expect the soccer World Cup starting on June 11 to provide a modest boost to sales, though the impact will likely be limited to specific sectors because

German retailers expect only modest boost from World Cup
Crime|Europe|Political|World

French government seeks to defuse crisis after girl's killing exposes judicial failings

Last year, lawmaker David Taupiac wrote to France's justice ministry warning about major staffing and operational issues at the Auch prosecutor's office

French government seeks to defuse crisis after girl's killing exposes judicial failings
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Pumice clogs island shores after Papua New Guinea eruption, stoking fears of food shortage

Thick rafts of volcanic

Pumice clogs island shores after Papua New Guinea eruption, stoking fears of food shortage
Business|Economy|Technology|World

South Korea has cleared SpaceX-IPO-linked dollar demand of around $1.5 billion, source says

The massive demand for foreign exchange conversions tied to SpaceX's IPO, which has weighed heavily on the South Korean won in recent weeks, has

South Korea has cleared SpaceX-IPO-linked dollar demand of around $1.5 billion, source says
Crime|Finance|Political|US|World

Impeachment sought against federal judge over alleged sex in chambers, lying to investigators

Republicans in Congress are introducing impeachment resolutions against a federal judge in Atlanta

Impeachment sought against federal judge over alleged sex in chambers, lying to investigators
Election|Political|US|World

Tuesday's takeaways: Platner's big night, Clyburn carries on and Trump's support gets mixed results

Nevada, South Carolina and North Dakota have hosted primary elections, but much of the political world is focused on Maine’s high-stakes U.S. Senate contest

Tuesday's takeaways: Platner's big night, Clyburn carries on and Trump's support gets mixed results
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Insider tour of the Sagrada Familia reveals 5 divine enigmas and hidden treasures

The unique grandeur of the Sagrada Familia means that even those who work and worship at Barcelona’s world famous basilica every day can still be surprised with some fresh wonder

Insider tour of the Sagrada Familia reveals 5 divine enigmas and hidden treasures
Sports|Travel|World

World Cup referee denied entry to US

World Cup referee denied entry to US

World Cup referee denied entry to US
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Starbucks mulls options for Japan business, including stake sale, Bloomberg News reports

Starbucks is considering options for its Japanese business, including a stake sale that might be valued at 400 billion yen ($2.5 billion) to 500 billion yen, Bloomberg News reported

Starbucks mulls options for Japan business, including stake sale, Bloomberg News reports
Asia|World

Philippines urges China to remove shoal structure, warns against island-building

The Philippines said on Wednesday that it is urging Beijing to remove a floating structure placed at the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the

Philippines urges China to remove shoal structure, warns against island-building
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Meta deepens partnership with Ambani's Reliance with AI data centre

Meta Platforms will lease an AI-ready data centre to be built by billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries, the U.S. tech major said on Wednesday,

Meta deepens partnership with Ambani's Reliance with AI data centre
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RBNZ's inflation focus tested as rate hikes risk stoking jobs crisis

New Zealand's jobless ranks could swell as the central bank ratchets up interest rates, casting the government's inflation‑focused

RBNZ's inflation focus tested as rate hikes risk stoking jobs crisis
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Copper edges down as macro concerns weigh on tariff support

Copper edged lower on Wednesday morning, as volatility in the Middle East conflict and macroeconomic concerns offset continued price support from U.S. tariff

Copper edges down as macro concerns weigh on tariff support
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Nervous but not yet panicking

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee Markets were nervous after the latest escalation in Middle East tensions but investors hope the new U.S. attacks on Iran

Nervous but not yet panicking
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Air Canada pilot flew passengers for years with a fake pilot’s license, police say

Air Canada pilot flew passengers for years with a fake pilot’s license, police say

Air Canada pilot flew passengers for years with a fake pilot’s license, police say
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Messi scores on a penalty as Argentina beats Iceland 3-0 in its final World Cup tune-up

Lionel Messi is ready for his sixth World Cup

Messi scores on a penalty as Argentina beats Iceland 3-0 in its final World Cup tune-up
Crime|Sports|Technology|US|World

At World Cup stadiums, there will be zero tolerance for drones because of the threat they pose

Fans who hear the whirring sound of a drone over a stadium might see it as a nuisance but law enforcement has long viewed those aircraft as a potential weapon of mass destruction

At World Cup stadiums, there will be zero tolerance for drones because of the threat they pose
Asia|Political|World

Philippines foreign minister says she plans to meet Myanmar ethnic groups soon

Philippine foreign minister Ma.

Philippines foreign minister says she plans to meet Myanmar ethnic groups soon
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's factory-gate inflation at nearly 4-year high in May

China's producer prices rose for a third straight month in May to the highest since July 2022, while consumer prices stayed elevated as global

China's factory-gate inflation at nearly 4-year high in May
Business|Economy|Technology|World

BYD chairman says firm will be world's biggest automaker in 5 years as shares slide

Wang Chuanfu, chairman of BYD, on Tuesday said he expected the Chinese firm to become the world's largest automaker within five years, as he sought to reassure investors

BYD chairman says firm will be world's biggest automaker in 5 years as shares slide
Australia|Crime|World

Alleged Bondi Beach gunman charged with 19 more offences over mass shooting

A man accused of committing one of Australia's worst mass shootings, at Sydney's famed Bondi Beach last December, has been charged with 19 additional offences.

Alleged Bondi Beach gunman charged with 19 more offences over mass shooting
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Democrat Graham Platner will try to unseat GOP Sen. Susan Collins in a critical Senate matchup

Graham Platner has won the Maine Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, setting up a high-stakes race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins

Democrat Graham Platner will try to unseat GOP Sen. Susan Collins in a critical Senate matchup
Africa|Sports|Travel|World

World Cup ref denied entry to the US was about to make history for Somalia

The World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States after arriving in Miami and subsequently dropped from the tournament by FIFA had been set to make history for his country

World Cup ref denied entry to the US was about to make history for Somalia
Crime|Education|Sports|World

Texas teen who fatally stabbed track athlete at school meet found guilty and sentenced to prison

A Texas teenager who fatally stabbed a 17-year-old athlete from a rival track team has been found guilty of murder

Texas teen who fatally stabbed track athlete at school meet found guilty and sentenced to prison
Arts|Business|Entertainment|MidEast|Political|Sports|US|World

US and Iran launch airstrikes after Trump blames Tehran for downing Army helicopter

The U.S. military launched airstrikes and Iran retaliated following the crash of an Army helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz that U.S. President Donald Trump blamed on the Islamic Republic

US and Iran launch airstrikes after Trump blames Tehran for downing Army helicopter
Business|Technology|World

US Air Force confident in fix for Boeing KC-46 refueling tanker

The U.S.

US Air Force confident in fix for Boeing KC-46 refueling tanker
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan wholesale inflation accelerates to fastest in 3 years as energy costs spike

Japan's wholesale inflation accelerated in May at the fastest pace in three years as price pressures from the Middle East war broadened, adding to the case

Japan wholesale inflation accelerates to fastest in 3 years as energy costs spike
Business|Education|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Democrat Villegas projected to advance in California's 22nd congressional district

Democratic challenger Randy Villegas, an educator, was projected to advance to the November general election after Tuesday's open primary for California's closely watched 22nd

Democrat Villegas projected to advance in California's 22nd congressional district
Environment|Europe|Science|World

May was the world's second-hottest on record, EU scientists say

The world has just experienced the second-hottest May since records began, as climate change and the developing El Niño weather pattern conspired to push

May was the world's second-hottest on record, EU scientists say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

SoftBank's attempt to get $6 billion OpenAI margin loan stalls, Bloomberg News reports 

SoftBank Group's talks with potential creditors to raise at least $6 billion from a margin loan backed by its OpenAI stake have stalled, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday,

SoftBank's attempt to get $6 billion OpenAI margin loan stalls, Bloomberg News reports 
Australia|Business|Economy|Travel|World

Sydney's new international airport to welcome first passengers in October

Sydney's new A$5.6 billion ($3.6 billion) airport will open to passengers in October after more than a decade of planning, adding red-eye flight options from

Sydney's new international airport to welcome first passengers in October
Political|US|World

Trump indicates to Speaker Johnson he won’t back down on Pulte despite fight over key surveillance authority

Trump indicates to Speaker Johnson he won’t back down on Pulte despite fight over key surveillance authority

Trump indicates to Speaker Johnson he won’t back down on Pulte despite fight over key surveillance authority
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge bars Alabama nitrogen gas execution, says method is unconstitutionally cruel

A federal judge has permanently blocked Alabama from executing an inmate with nitrogen gas, declaring the method violates the ban on cruel and unusual punishment

Judge bars Alabama nitrogen gas execution, says method is unconstitutionally cruel
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending to Trump

House Republicans have passed a nearly $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies for the next three years and the rest of President Donald Trump's term in office

House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending to Trump
Economy|Health|Political|World

US launches new strikes on Iran after helicopter downed

The United States launched strikes against Iran on Tuesday after President Donald Trump said Tehran had shot down

US launches new strikes on Iran after helicopter downed
Election|Political|US|World

LePage wins Maine Republican nod in key US House battleground

Former Maine Governor Paul LePage won the Republican nomination on Tuesday to run in the state’s 2nd Congressional District, U.S. media projected, setting up a November contest in a

LePage wins Maine Republican nod in key US House battleground
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US House Speaker Johnson says Trump close to appointing permanent intelligence chief

U.S.

US House Speaker Johnson says Trump close to appointing permanent intelligence chief
Business|Environment|Europe|World

Brussels presses Albania as Kushner resort threatens to flout EU environmental law

The European Commission has urged Albania to act without delay to ensure it is aligned with EU environmental legislation if it wants to accede to the bloc, a Commission

Brussels presses Albania as Kushner resort threatens to flout EU environmental law
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Catalonia's famed human tower climbers greet Pope Leo in Barcelona

A group of more than 130 people in Barcelona gave a unique welcome to Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday night by forming a human tower

Catalonia's famed human tower climbers greet Pope Leo in Barcelona
Africa|Health|World

Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to nearly 600

The Democratic Republic of Congo on Tuesday said confirmed Ebola cases had climbed to nearly 600, raising awareness within the local population about the importance of safety

Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to nearly 600
Health|Political|Sports|Travel|World

US urges Europe to impose Ebola travel bans ahead of World Cup

The Trump administration has called on European nations to follow Washington's lead and impose travel restrictions on people

US urges Europe to impose Ebola travel bans ahead of World Cup
Health|Political|Science|World

Sidelined US research on alcohol's health effects published in independent journal

A study that found even low levels of drinking alcohol can increase health risks was published in full on Tuesday in an independent journal after a draft

Sidelined US research on alcohol's health effects published in independent journal
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China's Xi says he reached important consensus with Kim in North Korea visit, KCNA reports

Chinese President Xi Jinping said he and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reached an "important consensus" and agreed to safeguard regional and global peace, in a

China's Xi says he reached important consensus with Kim in North Korea visit, KCNA reports
Europe|Science|World

Iron Age woman likely had her brains scooped out before burial, study suggests

Iron Age woman likely had her brains scooped out before burial, study suggests

Iron Age woman likely had her brains scooped out before burial, study suggests
Science|Technology|World

NASA's Artemis III crew: a test pilot, an Italian, a record-holder and a first-timer

NASA on Tuesday named three U.S. astronauts and an Italian astronaut as the crew for its next Artemis mission, a docking demonstration involving three spacecraft in Earth's orbit

NASA's Artemis III crew: a test pilot, an Italian, a record-holder and a first-timer
Business|Economy|Election|World

Peru election remains on knife edge between Fujimori and Sanchez

Peru's roller coaster presidential election remains too close too call with conservative Keiko Fujimori losing some of her gains from

Peru election remains on knife edge between Fujimori and Sanchez
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Brazil regulator expects MAX 10 certification this year

Brazilian aviation regulator ANAC expects its U.S. counterpart, the Federal Aviation Administration, to certify the Boeing

Brazil regulator expects MAX 10 certification this year
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The Latest: US military launches strikes against Iran in response to downing of American helicopter

The U.S. military says it has carried out strikes against Iran following the crash of a U.S. Army Apache helicopter off the coast of Oman that U.S. President Donald Trump blamed on the Islamic Republic

The Latest: US military launches strikes against Iran in response to downing of American helicopter
Crime|Political|US|World

Grand juror called DOJ’s controversial Chicago protest indictment ‘a crock’ before it was approved, transcript shows

Grand juror called DOJ’s controversial Chicago protest indictment ‘a crock’ before it was approved, transcript shows

Grand juror called DOJ’s controversial Chicago protest indictment ‘a crock’ before it was approved, transcript shows
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Social Security retirement trust fund will run dry in 2032 unless Congress acts

Social Security retirement trust fund will run dry in 2032 unless Congress acts

Social Security retirement trust fund will run dry in 2032 unless Congress acts
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-Taliban commander gets 42 years in prison in killings of US soldiers and journalists' kidnappings

A former Taliban commander has been sentenced in New York to 42 years in prison for crimes including the 2008 kidnapping of a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist

Ex-Taliban commander gets 42 years in prison in killings of US soldiers and journalists' kidnappings
Sports|World

US goalkeepers aim to live up to predecessors at World Cup, yet Pochettino hasn't picked a starter

The U.S. men's national team still hasn't formally designated a starting goalkeeper for the World Cup ahead of its opening match on Friday

US goalkeepers aim to live up to predecessors at World Cup, yet Pochettino hasn't picked a starter
Europe|Sports|World

Benfica says Mourinho has agreed a move to Real Madrid after Arbeloa departure announced

Benfica says its coach José Mourinho has agreed to return to Real Madrid, which earlier announced that it had parted ways with coach Álvaro Arbeloa

Benfica says Mourinho has agreed a move to Real Madrid after Arbeloa departure announced
Science|Technology|World

NASA reveals Artemis III crew that will take the next big step on its journey back to the moon

NASA reveals Artemis III crew that will take the next big step on its journey back to the moon

NASA reveals Artemis III crew that will take the next big step on its journey back to the moon
US|World

Republicans send $70 billion in ICE and border patrol funding to Trump’s desk

Republicans send $70 billion in ICE and border patrol funding to Trump’s desk

Republicans send $70 billion in ICE and border patrol funding to Trump’s desk
Economy|Travel|World

At Cuba's once bustling tourist sites, foreign visitors are increasingly scarce

Colombian Ramiro Escobar had long dreamed of visiting Cuba.

At Cuba's once bustling tourist sites, foreign visitors are increasingly scarce
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US Fed to release 2026 bank stress test results on June 24

The U.S. Federal Reserve said on Tuesday it will publish the results of its annual big bank stress tests on June 24.

US Fed to release 2026 bank stress test results on June 24
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US intelligence employees brace for cuts under new director

Staff at the office of the top U.S. spy have been told by managers to expect extensive cuts in the coming months following comments by President Donald Trump

US intelligence employees brace for cuts under new director
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

SQM rises as Scotiabank says lithium demand, low costs support outlook

Common shares of Chilean lithium producer SQM rose more than 3% in Santiago on

SQM rises as Scotiabank says lithium demand, low costs support outlook
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Congress has backed Iran war powers resolutions. Now what?

For the first time since the war on Iran began on February 28, the Republican-led U.S.

Congress has backed Iran war powers resolutions. Now what?
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

China’s exports jump 19.4% in May from a year earlier, boosted by demand for autos and tech goods

China has reported that its exports picked up pace in May, rising 19.4% from a year earlier

China’s exports jump 19.4% in May from a year earlier, boosted by demand for autos and tech goods
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Colombia passes law to track cattle and keep deforestation-linked beef out of supply chains

Colombia has enacted a law aimed at preventing cattle linked to deforestation from entering beef supply chains by connecting livestock traceability, land ownership and forest monitoring systems

Colombia passes law to track cattle and keep deforestation-linked beef out of supply chains
Business|Food|Sports|Travel|World

Soccer fever builds in Philadelphia as fans, restaurants count down to FIFA World Cup

Soccer fever builds in Philadelphia as fans, restaurants count down to FIFA World Cup

Soccer fever builds in Philadelphia as fans, restaurants count down to FIFA World Cup
Business|Economy|Finance|World

The Social Security trust fund will run dry in 2032 – what that means for retirees and workers who hope to retire

Unless Congress acts, 1 in 5 Americans who receive Social Security could see an across-the-board benefit cut of roughly 22% starting in 2032.

The Social Security trust fund will run dry in 2032 – what that means for retirees and workers who hope to retire
Health|Sports|World

US urges Europe to step up travel measures to prevent spread of Ebola from Africa

The Trump administration is telling European nations that they need to step up their travel restrictions for people from Ebola-hit countries in Africa

US urges Europe to step up travel measures to prevent spread of Ebola from Africa
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump blames Iran for helicopter attack, says US must respond

President Donald Trump on Tuesday said Iran shot down a U.S.

Trump blames Iran for helicopter attack, says US must respond
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Bad Bunny meets Pope Leo in Madrid, but should have taken more photos

Pope Leo had a brief private meeting with Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny at Madrid's Bernabeu stadium on Monday evening as both were touring Spain, the Vatican said on

Bad Bunny meets Pope Leo in Madrid, but should have taken more photos
Technology|World

What is FISA Section 702, the U.S. surveillance law set to expire June 12?

(Corrects paragraph 13 to clarify that it was lawmakers who had concerns about telecommunications companies, not the Brennan Center experts who cited those concerns; adds dropped word 'teams' in

What is FISA Section 702, the U.S. surveillance law set to expire June 12?
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ICE detention center in Texas flagged for missing records, medical failures and wasteful spending

A federal immigration detention center in Texas erected by the Trump administration failed to issue use-of-force reports, did not give medicine to

ICE detention center in Texas flagged for missing records, medical failures and wasteful spending
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Rising fuel prices hit US farms as Iran war drags on

High energy costs are squeezing grain and soybean growers across the U.S. farm belt, as the Iran war chokes fuel supplies through

Rising fuel prices hit US farms as Iran war drags on
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US House passes $70 billion bill to fund ICE, Border Patrol

A longstanding political stalemate in the U.S.

US House passes $70 billion bill to fund ICE, Border Patrol
Business|Economy|Technology|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq fall as tech selling resumes, Trump vows to respond to downed US helicopter

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq indexes fell on Tuesday as a rebound in technology shares faded and as President Donald Trump said the U.S. must

S&P 500, Nasdaq fall as tech selling resumes, Trump vows to respond to downed US helicopter
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Cuba's top envoy to US calls Trump's sanctions on Cuban leaders a 'pretext' for military action

Cuba’s top diplomat to the United States says recent sanctions targeting the island's leadership and the indictment of former President Raúl Castro are a “pretext” for the Trump administration to persuade the American people to support a U.S. military intervention in Cuba

Cuba's top envoy to US calls Trump's sanctions on Cuban leaders a 'pretext' for military action
Africa|Crime|Health|World

Protester shot at demonstration against US Ebola facility in Kenya

A protester was shot in central Kenya on Tuesday, witnesses said, during a demonstration against a quarantine centre for Americans exposed to Ebola that the U.S. has raced

Protester shot at demonstration against US Ebola facility in Kenya
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Equities fall while oil slips amid uncertain Middle East outlook

MSCI's global equities gauge managed a small gain on Tuesday with little support from Wall Street where heavyweight technology

Equities fall while oil slips amid uncertain Middle East outlook
Science|Technology|World

NASA taps US astronauts, Italian for Artemis mission with SpaceX, Blue Origin mooncraft

NASA named three U.S. astronauts and an Italian astronaut on Tuesday to serve as the crew for its next Artemis mission, a spacecraft docking demonstration in

NASA taps US astronauts, Italian for Artemis mission with SpaceX, Blue Origin mooncraft
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World

New Hampshire man charged after allegedly forcing woman into marriage, performing satanic ritual

New Hampshire man charged after allegedly forcing woman into marriage, performing satanic ritual

New Hampshire man charged after allegedly forcing woman into marriage, performing satanic ritual
Arts|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Pope Leo XIV gets caught up in Spain's great debates over soccer and language

Pope Leo XIV has been caught in two of Spain's major culture debates during his visit to Barcelona

Pope Leo XIV gets caught up in Spain's great debates over soccer and language
Europe|Health|World

Pope's youth rally in Spain gets raw, with frank discussion of depression and domestic violence

Pope Leo XIV is presiding over a youth rally in Barcelona

Pope's youth rally in Spain gets raw, with frank discussion of depression and domestic violence
Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Murder or self-defense? Jury swiftly decides verdict in Texas track meet stabbing trial

Murder or self-defense? Jury swiftly decides verdict in Texas track meet stabbing trial

Murder or self-defense? Jury swiftly decides verdict in Texas track meet stabbing trial
Crime|Economy|Health|Political|World

Largest ICE detention facility wasted millions and put detainees at risk, report finds

A new report alleges that mismanagement at a massive Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Texas produced unsafe conditions that contributed to detainees’ deaths and suffering even as millions of tax dollars were wasted on contractors

Largest ICE detention facility wasted millions and put detainees at risk, report finds
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|World

Female bystander alleges attack in her yard by Fort Worth police dog

Female bystander alleges attack in her yard by Fort Worth police dog

Female bystander alleges attack in her yard by Fort Worth police dog
Science|Technology|US|World

NASA unveils Artemis III astronauts to test technology for a future moon landing

NASA has revealed the crew for its Artemis III mission, the next step in eventually landing astronauts on the moon

NASA unveils Artemis III astronauts to test technology for a future moon landing
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World

Family violently assaulted while fishing in Placer County; bystanders tackle and restrain suspect

Family violently assaulted while fishing in Placer County; bystanders tackle and restrain suspect

Family violently assaulted while fishing in Placer County; bystanders tackle and restrain suspect
Crime|Health|US|World

Trial for the man charged in Ukrainian woman's killing on train is delayed for mental health reasons

A federal judge has ruled that the man charged in the fatal stabbing of a Ukrainian refugee on a North Carolina train cannot currently stand trial due to mental illness

Trial for the man charged in Ukrainian woman's killing on train is delayed for mental health reasons
Arts|Entertainment|Sports|World

Serena returns: Williams makes a winning comeback in doubles at Queen's Club with Mboko

After nearly four years away from professional tennis, Serena Williams has made a winning return at Queen’s Club

Serena returns: Williams makes a winning comeback in doubles at Queen's Club with Mboko
Sports|Travel|World

Algeria national team making Lawrence home before first World Cup match

Algeria national team making Lawrence home before first World Cup match

Algeria national team making Lawrence home before first World Cup match
Business|Economy|World

US trade judge urges Trump administration to speed up tariff refunds

A U.S. trade judge on Tuesday urged Trump administration officials to speed up refunds of more than $10 billion in revenue from tariffs that were

US trade judge urges Trump administration to speed up tariff refunds
Science|Technology|World

What is the sea drone that rescued US helicopter crew?

A U.S.

What is the sea drone that rescued US helicopter crew?
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices fall to seven-week low as Iran and Israel halt attacks

Oil prices fell about 3% to a seven-week low on Tuesday after Iran and Israel said they had halted attacks on each other following an appeal from U.S.

Oil prices fall to seven-week low as Iran and Israel halt attacks
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK, Canada, France and Norway announce coordinated sanctions over West Bank settler violence

Britain, Canada, France and Norway announced new coordinated sanctions on Tuesday against Israeli networks involved in

UK, Canada, France and Norway announce coordinated sanctions over West Bank settler violence
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Protesters clash with police in Pakistani Kashmir as strike shutters cities

Cities and towns across Pakistan-administered Kashmir were brought to a standstill on Tuesday after protesters clashed with security forces ahead of a

Protesters clash with police in Pakistani Kashmir as strike shutters cities
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Oil inventories headed toward multi-decade lows, US EIA warns

Oil stockpiles in the world's largest economies are headed toward the lowest levels since at least 2003 as inventories are drawn down at a record pace due

Oil inventories headed toward multi-decade lows, US EIA warns
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Tunisian court sentences prominent journalist Boukrim in absentia to four years

A Tunisian court sentenced prominent journalist Khaoula Boukrim to four years in prison in absentia, she said on Tuesday, in a ruling critics say highlights a growing crackdown on

Tunisian court sentences prominent journalist Boukrim in absentia to four years
Europe|Political|World

Five EU countries float safeguards for future EU members ​

The European Union should discuss the option of temporarily limiting some voting rights of the bloc’s future new members and creating more rule-of-law safeguards, Germany,

Five EU countries float safeguards for future EU members ​
Americas|Asia|Economy|Political|World

New Zealand poll shows US seen as more of a threat than China

For the first time in a decade, New Zealanders see the United States as more of a threat than China, a survey by the Asia New Zealand Foundation found, as concerns over

New Zealand poll shows US seen as more of a threat than China
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US Social Security trust fund set for 2032 insolvency, report finds

The U.S.

US Social Security trust fund set for 2032 insolvency, report finds
Europe|Travel|World

Pope speaks Catalan in Barcelona, nodding to local identity on Spain tour

Pope Leo spoke in Catalan, a language key to the region's identity, as he arrived in Barcelona on Tuesday for the second stop of a week-long tour of

Pope speaks Catalan in Barcelona, nodding to local identity on Spain tour
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Join the beaver hunt: Toronto neighborhood offers unique World Cup-themed scavenger hunt

A certain dam-building rodent is taking center stage in a World Cup-themed contest in Toronto

Join the beaver hunt: Toronto neighborhood offers unique World Cup-themed scavenger hunt
Political|Sports|World

Crew members safe after Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter

Crew members safe after Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter

Crew members safe after Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter
Travel|US|World

French woman walks America to honor the flag discovered in her father's pocket

French woman walks America to honor the flag discovered in her father's pocket

French woman walks America to honor the flag discovered in her father's pocket
Sports|World

Some host cities are aiming to house, not arrest, homeless people ahead of the World Cup

The World Cup is offering the 16 host cities a chance to take action against one of the biggest problems they face — homelessness

Some host cities are aiming to house, not arrest, homeless people ahead of the World Cup
Business|Crime|US|World

Trump formally nominates Blanche to be attorney general

U.S.

Trump formally nominates Blanche to be attorney general
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

European banks want simpler rules as region's annual investment gap hits €1.4 trillion

Europe faces a widening €1.4 trillion ($1.62 trillion) annual investment gap that risks holding back its economic objectives including energy transition, the European

European banks want simpler rules as region's annual investment gap hits €1.4 trillion
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|World

JPMorgan keeping a watchful eye on consumer health, executive says

JPMorgan Chase is keeping a close watch on consumer health as worries about inflation persist, Marianne Lake, CEO of the bank's consumer and

JPMorgan keeping a watchful eye on consumer health, executive says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK says new law will crack down on hostile states' proxies from next month

Britain said on Tuesday that a law to crack down on proxies acting for states deemed to be hostile such as Iran was expected to come into force next month, as it steps up

UK says new law will crack down on hostile states' proxies from next month
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Trump approval stays near record low as most Americans expect higher gas prices

President Donald Trump's approval rate held near the lowest levels of his political career in recent days as most Americans said they expected gasoline

Trump approval stays near record low as most Americans expect higher gas prices
Americas|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Iran soccer body claims fans' tickets for World Cup games in the US have been revoked

The Iranian soccer federation claims FIFA has revoked its ticket allocation for fans at the team’s three World Cup games in the United States

Iran soccer body claims fans' tickets for World Cup games in the US have been revoked
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Boeing jet deliveries jump to 60 in May, 33% higher than last year

Boeing said on Tuesday that it delivered 60 jets in May, a 33% increase over the same period last year, though fewer than the 81 delivered by European

Boeing jet deliveries jump to 60 in May, 33% higher than last year
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Amazon issues record-setting Canadian dollar-denominated corporate bond deal

Amazon has issued C$14 billion ($10.04 billion) of Canadian dollar-denominated notes, a final pricing term sheet filed with the SEC on Monday showed,

Amazon issues record-setting Canadian dollar-denominated corporate bond deal
Europe|World

Bulgaria's new government says it will not provide arms for Ukraine

Bulgaria's newly appointed defence minister, Dimitar Stoyanov, said on Tuesday his country would no longer provide arms to Ukraine and urged Moscow and Kyiv to sit down at

Bulgaria's new government says it will not provide arms for Ukraine
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Dollar edges lower amid shaky Middle East truce, US inflation data in view

The dollar edged lower against peers on Tuesday amid a fragile Middle East truce and with investors looking ahead to key U.S. data later in the week. U.S.

Dollar edges lower amid shaky Middle East truce, US inflation data in view
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Meta ordered by EU to allow rival AI chatbots back on WhatsApp for free

Meta Platforms has been ordered by EU antitrust regulators to give rival AI chatbots such as OpenAI free access to WhatsApp while they continue to

Meta ordered by EU to allow rival AI chatbots back on WhatsApp for free
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Candidates for UN's top job urge its renewal and bolstering human rights

Several candidates running to be the next head of the United Nations called for a strengthening of human rights and respect for international law and

Candidates for UN's top job urge its renewal and bolstering human rights
Technology|World

US sea drone rescues crew from US Army helicopter that crashed near Hormuz

In a first, a Navy surface drone found and rescued two crew members from an Army Apache attack helicopter that went down in waters near Oman's

US sea drone rescues crew from US Army helicopter that crashed near Hormuz
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

From tennis to T-ball, the White House's South Lawn is no stranger to sports. But not like the UFC

The White House's South Lawn has hosted many sports over the decades but never a UFC fight like the one President Donald Trump is organizing for his 80th birthday

From tennis to T-ball, the White House's South Lawn is no stranger to sports. But not like the UFC
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

EU orders Meta to restore WhatsApp access for rival AI chatbots

European Union regulators have ordered Meta Platforms to restore access to WhatsApp for rival AI chatbot makers

EU orders Meta to restore WhatsApp access for rival AI chatbots
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World

Carney says the new Canadian-built bridge across Detroit River that Trump threatened will open

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new Canadian-built bridge across the Detroit River that U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block will open soon

Carney says the new Canadian-built bridge across Detroit River that Trump threatened will open
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese president appeals to Israeli government to pursue talks, not war

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun made a rare direct appeal to the Israeli government and its people to come to the negotiating table to end the war, warning in a CNN interview

Lebanese president appeals to Israeli government to pursue talks, not war
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Blue Owl fund facing redemptions raises $500 million in bond sale, Bloomberg News reports

A private credit fund managed by Blue Owl Capital, which earlier this year imposed limits on investor redemptions, has raised $500 million through an investment‑grade bond offering,

Blue Owl fund facing redemptions raises $500 million in bond sale, Bloomberg News reports
Arts|Crime|Election|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

US judge orders Trump lawyers to explain missed deadline in $10 billion BBC defamation lawsuit

A Miami federal judge on Monday ordered Donald Trump's lawyers to explain why they should not be penalized for missing a Friday deadline to respond to the BBC's motion to dismiss

US judge orders Trump lawyers to explain missed deadline in $10 billion BBC defamation lawsuit
Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Salt Lake City lawsuit is latest against DHS' plan to use giant warehouses to detain immigrants

Salt Lake City and its county have filed a lawsuit seeking to block the Department of Homeland Security’s plan to open a giant warehouse in the city that would be used to detain up to 10,000 immigrants

Salt Lake City lawsuit is latest against DHS' plan to use giant warehouses to detain immigrants
Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC prosecutor suspended pending wider vote on misconduct allegations

The International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor Karim Khan has been suspended pending a vote by member states on his fate, the court's

ICC prosecutor suspended pending wider vote on misconduct allegations
Business|Economy|Environment|World

IMF approves $163 million in new funding for Papua New Guinea

The International Monetary Fund's Executive Board approved reviews of Papua New Guinea's lending arrangements, unlocking about $163 million in combined disbursements, the fund said

IMF approves $163 million in new funding for Papua New Guinea
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Foreign demand steadies at US Treasury auctions in June

Foreign investors increased purchases of two- and five-year U.S.

Foreign demand steadies at US Treasury auctions in June
Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Gavi plans to use U.S. cash for malaria, while meeting Kennedy's conditions

The global vaccine group Gavi said on Monday it hopes to use $600 million in soon-to-be-restored U.S. funding to boost malaria and other vaccination

Gavi plans to use U.S. cash for malaria, while meeting Kennedy's conditions
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Strongest earthquake in nearly 150 years hits off Cuba, shakes Mexico, Florida

A historically strong earthquake struck off Cuba's northwest coast on Monday, according to official reports, shaking parts of Cuba, Mexico and Florida that are

Strongest earthquake in nearly 150 years hits off Cuba, shakes Mexico, Florida
Political|Sports|Travel|World

Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?

Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?

Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?
Business|Economy|World

Strike at GM axle supplier continues 

A strike at a major supplier for General Motors' trucks entered its second week on Monday with the United Auto Workers and Dauch Corp still unable to reach a

Strike at GM axle supplier continues 
Africa|Health|World

Congo says Ebola deaths top 100 as armed groups threaten response

Democratic Republic of Congo on Monday said confirmed Ebola deaths had climbed to 101 and that the presence of armed groups was continuing to hinder the response in the

Congo says Ebola deaths top 100 as armed groups threaten response
Political|US|World

Trump warned Netanyahu against renewed Iran war, Axios reports

U.S.

Trump warned Netanyahu against renewed Iran war, Axios reports
Election|Political|World

Armenia's Pashinyan wins election, observers allege Russian interference

Armenia's governing Civil Contract party won an election seen as a test of its

Armenia's Pashinyan wins election, observers allege Russian interference
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK consumers up their spending in May after April drop

Consumers in Britain increased their spending in May after reducing it in April, but their expenditure on travel dropped for a third month in a sign of caution over the

UK consumers up their spending in May after April drop
Business|Economy|Travel|World

S&P downgrades JetBlue deeper into junk as high fuel costs dent recovery

Global ratings agency S&P said on Monday it had downgraded JetBlue Airways to "CCC+" from "B-," pushing the carrier further into junk territory as high jet fuel costs hamper its

S&P downgrades JetBlue deeper into junk as high fuel costs dent recovery
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US leads record rise in spending on nuclear arsenals, campaign group says

Spending on nuclear weapons by the world's nine nuclear-armed states rose by almost a fifth in 2025 to $119 billion, a report by the International

US leads record rise in spending on nuclear arsenals, campaign group says
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he had a 'positive' conversation with Witkoff and Kushner

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday he had a "positive" conversation with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner and praised what he called their

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he had a 'positive' conversation with Witkoff and Kushner
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Trading Day: Recovery, but on mute

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq rebounded on Monday from Friday's tech-led rout, on news of an Israel-Iran detente and as investors bought back cheapened

Trading Day: Recovery, but on mute
Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Korea Q1 GDP grows 1.8% q/q, stronger than advance estimate

South Korea's economy grew in the first quarter at a stronger pace than previously estimated in April, revised central bank data showed on Tuesday.

South Korea Q1 GDP grows 1.8% q/q, stronger than advance estimate
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK employers warns of slower growth, higher unemployment

The Confederation of British Industry cut its forecast for the country's economic growth on Tuesday and predicted unemployment would rise to its highest in more than a

UK employers warns of slower growth, higher unemployment
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US wholesale inventories increase for third straight month in April

U.S. wholesale inventories increased more than initially thought in April, likely reflecting stock building to hedge against shortages and high prices stemming from the

US wholesale inventories increase for third straight month in April
Arts|Business|Sports|US|World

Knicks coach on free throw disparity in Game 3: 'Never thought I’d see that in an NBA Finals game'

Knicks coach Mike Brown criticized the officiating in Game 3 of the NBA Finals after the San Antonio Spurs shot 24 free throws in the second half to New York’s eight

Knicks coach on free throw disparity in Game 3: 'Never thought I’d see that in an NBA Finals game'
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia consumer confidence slips in June as finances squeezed

A measure of Australian consumer sentiment fell back in June as rising borrowing costs and higher petrol prices squeezed family finances, a survey showed on Tuesday, while

Australia consumer confidence slips in June as finances squeezed
Arts|Sports|Travel|World

Somali soccer referee denied US entry, will miss World Cup debut

(Corrects name of agency to U.S.

Somali soccer referee denied US entry, will miss World Cup debut
Health|Political|World

Kenyan protester killed at demonstration against US Ebola facility, witnesses say

Kenyan police shot dead a protester as hundreds of people staged new demonstrations on Tuesday against a quarantine centre in Kenya for Americans

Kenyan protester killed at demonstration against US Ebola facility, witnesses say
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Emirates upbeat on Boeing 777X, no progress in Airbus A350-1000 engine spat

Dubai's Emirates expects to receive its long-delayed first Boeing 777X by June next year, but has yet to see progress on Rolls-Royce engine improvements

Emirates upbeat on Boeing 777X, no progress in Airbus A350-1000 engine spat
Crime|MidEast|World

Police crack down on anti-hijab protests in western Afghanistan

Afghan security officials dispersed a women's rights protest in the western province of Herat on Tuesday that started after Taliban morality police

Police crack down on anti-hijab protests in western Afghanistan
Business|Economy|World

Australia business conditions steady in May, mood still gloomy

Australian business conditions steadied in May as sales strengthened a little, a survey showed on Tuesday, while confidence stayed gloomy as cost pressures squeezed profit

Australia business conditions steady in May, mood still gloomy
Business|Education|Political|Sports|World

Mexico City suspends classes, shifts to remote work for World Cup kickoff

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum on Tuesday issued a decree ordering federal workers in the capital to work from home on June 11 and suspending school classes to

Mexico City suspends classes, shifts to remote work for World Cup kickoff
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Ukraine, Latvia sign drone deal as Russia says Europe not ready to mediate peace talks

Ukraine has signed a drone deal with Latvia, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday as he met with Latvian Prime Minister

Ukraine, Latvia sign drone deal as Russia says Europe not ready to mediate peace talks
Travel|World

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues

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

Airlines resume some Middle East flights but disruption continues
Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea's cabinet approves decree on $350 billion US investment plan

South Korea's cabinet approved on Tuesday a presidential decree as part of the process to allow $350 billion of strategic investments in the United States to proceed under a

South Korea's cabinet approves decree on $350 billion US investment plan
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Vietnam orders airlines to accelerate U.S. deals as Washington trade probes mount

Vietnam has ordered its major airlines to review the progress of multibillion-dollar agreements signed with Boeing and Pratt & Whitney, and explore new import deals with American

Vietnam orders airlines to accelerate U.S. deals as Washington trade probes mount
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ to consider pausing bond taper next fiscal year, sources say

(Corrects June 9 story to clarify in the lead and paragraph 4 that the BOJ is considering pausing tapering, not maintaining the current pace of bond purchases) By Leika Kihara and Takahiko Wada TOKYO,

BOJ to consider pausing bond taper next fiscal year, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Indian economy, government finances, see mounting costs from Iran war

A few months ago, India's economy was humming along nicely.

Indian economy, government finances, see mounting costs from Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Fortune really had better favour the brave

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

Fortune really had better favour the brave
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Investors spy a tipping point for bonds after geopolitics shreds old playbooks

Bonds have failed to shield investors during the Iran war.

Investors spy a tipping point for bonds after geopolitics shreds old playbooks
Business|Economy|Europe|World

European shares close lower as investors weigh Middle East risks

European shares surrendered early gains on Tuesday to close lower for a third straight session, led by declines in commodity-

European shares close lower as investors weigh Middle East risks
Crime|Election|US|World

Platner projected to win Maine Democratic nod in key US Senate race amid scrutiny of past

Maine oyster farmer and Marine veteran Graham Platner was projected to win the Democratic nomination for the U.S.

Platner projected to win Maine Democratic nod in key US Senate race amid scrutiny of past
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US small business sentiment falls in May as inflation worries mount

U.S. small-business sentiment fell in May and the share of owners planning to raise prices over the next three months increased to the highest level in nearly four years

US small business sentiment falls in May as inflation worries mount
Crime|Political|World

Indonesia parliament amends law to allow police to serve in civilian government

The Indonesian parliament passed revisions to the country's national police law on Tuesday that allow serving police officers to accept posts in the

Indonesia parliament amends law to allow police to serve in civilian government
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

China rides AI wave as exports surge past forecast

China's export growth accelerated in May, buoyed by robust demand for chips, autos and other high-tech goods fuelling the global AI boom, providing policymakers

China rides AI wave as exports surge past forecast
Business|Economy|US|World

US existing home sales increase more than expected in May

U.S. existing home sales increased more than expected in May, though rising mortgage rates and still-tight inventory remain a challenge for the housing market.

US existing home sales increase more than expected in May
Asia|Environment|Political|World

Philippines takes diplomatic action against China over floating structure in South China Sea

The Philippines' foreign ministry has undertaken appropriate diplomatic action against China in connection with the "illegal presence" of a floating structure in a disputed

Philippines takes diplomatic action against China over floating structure in South China Sea
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Euro zone bond yields steady as Middle East tensions ease, eyes on ECB

Euro zone government bond yields were steady on Tuesday as easing tensions between Israel and Iran for now calmed fears that their weekend attacks could derail U.S. efforts

Euro zone bond yields steady as Middle East tensions ease, eyes on ECB
Europe|Political|Travel|World

Ukraine is ready to share drone technology with Nordic and Baltic countries, Zelenskyy says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Nordic and Baltic leaders at summit in Estonia amid tensions over Ukrainian drones straying into the region

Ukraine is ready to share drone technology with Nordic and Baltic countries, Zelenskyy says
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill three; Zelenskiy upbeat on talks with U.S. envoys

Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region killed a pregnant woman and two other people, Ukrainian officials said on

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill three; Zelenskiy upbeat on talks with U.S. envoys
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan simulates destroying an invading Chinese force in coastal drill

Taiwan's military simulated destroying an invading Chinese force in a coastal exercise on Tuesday, firing off rockets and artillery to

Taiwan simulates destroying an invading Chinese force in coastal drill
Business|Economy|Political|World

Mark Carney's trade push collides with reality of US dependence

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has captured global attention by championing the idea of an alliance of mid-level economic powers that would operate

Mark Carney's trade push collides with reality of US dependence
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Thai jobs for Myanmar refugees could show way forward for Asian nations, UN says

More than 5,500 Myanmar refugees living in camps along Thailand's border have found jobs since Bangkok eased employment curbs last year, an approach that

Thai jobs for Myanmar refugees could show way forward for Asian nations, UN says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan issues warning on yen, bond yields as fiscal pressure mounts

Japanese policymakers said on Tuesday they stood ready to act decisively against excessive yen falls while remaining vigilant to rising

Japan issues warning on yen, bond yields as fiscal pressure mounts
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German exports rise unexpectedly in April

German exports rose unexpectedly by 0.9% in April compared with the previous month, data from the federal statistics office showed on Tuesday.

German exports rise unexpectedly in April
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China prepares $295 billion plan to fund nationwide AI buildout, Bloomberg News reports

China is preparing to spend around 2 trillion yuan ($295.43 billion) over the next five years on building data centers across the country, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, as

China prepares $295 billion plan to fund nationwide AI buildout, Bloomberg News reports
Business|Health|Technology|World

UK reviewing Palantir's NHS contract amid pressure to use break clause

Britain is conducting a full review of its National Health Service contract with U.S. data analytics firm Palantir, amid growing political pressure for the government to use

UK reviewing Palantir's NHS contract amid pressure to use break clause
Economy|Europe|World

German exports up, production falls short of forecasts

German industrial production rose less than expected in April and economists said the outlook for Europe's largest economy remains weak, despite an unexpected

German exports up, production falls short of forecasts
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Party over purity: US voters unlikely to turn backs on troubled candidates, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

By Jason Lange and Nolan D.

Party over purity: US voters unlikely to turn backs on troubled candidates, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
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Weak yen, hawkish Fed adds to pressure on BOJ to accelerate hikes

Persistent weakness in the yen and an expected hawkish shift for the Federal Reserve after a hot jobs report in the U.S. are expected to add pressure on the

Weak yen, hawkish Fed adds to pressure on BOJ to accelerate hikes
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|US|World

China Unicom warns planned US crackdown could disrupt global communications

China Unicom's U.S. unit warned that a Trump administration proposal to prohibit American telecommunications carriers from interconnecting with

China Unicom warns planned US crackdown could disrupt global communications
Arts|Environment|Science|Sports|Technology|World

Soccer-Climate cost of expanded World Cup under scrutiny as emissions set to soar

The World Cup kicks off on Thursday as a celebration of goals, drama and global fandom, but it is also expected to carry a climate cost more than

Soccer-Climate cost of expanded World Cup under scrutiny as emissions set to soar
Business|Economy|US|World

Record petroleum exports help to shrink US trade deficit in April

The U.S. trade deficit narrowed in April as exports of petroleum products and capital goods jumped to record highs, a trend that if sustained, will put

Record petroleum exports help to shrink US trade deficit in April
World

US reports delay in freeing more Belarusian prisoners, opposition says

The Trump administration has told the exiled Belarus opposition of a delay in its efforts to get President Alexander Lukashenko to free more political

US reports delay in freeing more Belarusian prisoners, opposition says
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

BASF to focus on creating value as No. 1 rank slips

BASF will not push to defend its years-long top rank among the world's largest chemical companies by revenues to instead focus on creating value amid

BASF to focus on creating value as No. 1 rank slips
World

As US Customs refines its tariff refund system, who gets in to apply is under dispute

A federal judge has questioned a U.S. Customs and Border Protection official about the government’s process for refunding billions of dollars importers paid before the Supreme Court struck down some of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump

As US Customs refines its tariff refund system, who gets in to apply is under dispute
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel launched deadly strike on Lebanon's Tyre before warning

Israel struck the historic port city of Tyre in southern Lebanon on Tuesday killing at least eight people, the Lebanese health ministry said, and minutes later ordered the

Israel launched deadly strike on Lebanon's Tyre before warning
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China's Xi hails deeper understanding at end of North Korea summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped up on Tuesday his first visit to North Korea in seven years, saying it had established a deeper,

China's Xi hails deeper understanding at end of North Korea summit
Business|Economy|Entertainment|World

Paramount Skydance seeks business counterpart to CBS News editor Bari Weiss, Axios reports 

Paramount Skydance is scouting candidates to oversee the business side of operations, who would work alongside CBS News' editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, Axios reported on Tuesday,

Paramount Skydance seeks business counterpart to CBS News editor Bari Weiss, Axios reports 
Crime|World

UN inquiry finds Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks on Palestinians

Israeli authorities are directly involved in settler attacks that have killed, injured and displaced Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, while

UN inquiry finds Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks on Palestinians
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says no plans for Putin-Trump call, no dates for U.S. envoys' Russia visit

There are currently no plans for a telephone call between U.S.

Kremlin says no plans for Putin-Trump call, no dates for U.S. envoys' Russia visit
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Emirates to offer incentives, safety assurances as Iran war hits travel

Emirates will roll out incentives aimed at winning back travellers worried about the protracted Iran war, focusing on reliability and customer support

Emirates to offer incentives, safety assurances as Iran war hits travel
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mexico annual inflation returns to cenbank's target range in May, but concerns persist

Mexico's annual inflation rate decelerated for a second month in a row in May, official data showed on Tuesday, returning to the higher end of

Mexico annual inflation returns to cenbank's target range in May, but concerns persist
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Fuel price shock to widen product gap between US airlines

The fuel shock hitting U.S. airlines is doing more than squeezing margins — it is widening a product gap that may take years to close, as

Fuel price shock to widen product gap between US airlines
Business|Europe|Technology|World

No tech rule exemption for Apple, EU regulators say amid spat over Siri AI delay

EU regulators slammed Apple on Tuesday for blaming EU tech rules for its decision not to roll out its upgraded

No tech rule exemption for Apple, EU regulators say amid spat over Siri AI delay
Business|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Musk's Starlink leads Bezos' Amazon as airlines rush to boost in-flight Wi-Fi

Global airlines' push to attract premium customers is making fast in-flight Wi-Fi an increasingly important perk, turning a once-patchy paid

Musk's Starlink leads Bezos' Amazon as airlines rush to boost in-flight Wi-Fi
Business|Health|Science|World

No boots, masks running out: why Congo’s Ebola medics are exposed

Nearly a month into one of the world’s largest ever Ebola outbreaks, medics in eastern

No boots, masks running out: why Congo’s Ebola medics are exposed
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St edges higher at open as chips extend gains, Middle East tensions ease

Wall Street's main indexes rose at the open on Tuesday, as chipmakers extended gains for a second day, while easing hostilities in the Middle East also aided sentiment.

Wall St edges higher at open as chips extend gains, Middle East tensions ease
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

US says BYD, Baidu, Alibaba and other tech giants are aiding China's military

The United States on Monday added Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba, internet search provider Baidu, and

US says BYD, Baidu, Alibaba and other tech giants are aiding China's military
Americas|Crime|Sports|World

From cartel prison to children's playground: the transformation of Mexican World Cup host Monterrey

On a recent afternoon in northern Mexico, about a dozen children played soccer in an idyllic park on a site where, a

From cartel prison to children's playground: the transformation of Mexican World Cup host Monterrey
Americas|Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir under investigation in Italy over Gaza flotilla

Italian prosecutors put Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir under investigation over the treatment of activists who were part of a Gaza flotilla last

Israeli minister Ben-Gvir under investigation in Italy over Gaza flotilla
Arts|Environment|Sports|Travel|World

In Mexico, soccer is played wherever space permits

Across World Cup co-host Mexico, soccer pitches are laid out wherever communities can find the space.

In Mexico, soccer is played wherever space permits
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Chinese hackers pose biggest espionage threat to tech firms, CrowdStrike says

China-linked hackers posed the biggest espionage threat to technology companies over the past year,  CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm, said in a  report published on

Chinese hackers pose biggest espionage threat to tech firms, CrowdStrike says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

How Honda’s old guard tried, and failed, to oust its CEO

Late last year, a handful of retired Honda Motor executives started meeting privately to discuss the Japanese

How Honda’s old guard tried, and failed, to oust its CEO
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Fed to hold rates this year, cut calls fade as war inflation persists, economists say: Reuters poll

The U.S.

Fed to hold rates this year, cut calls fade as war inflation persists, economists say: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Airbus sees no sign of jet order cancellations despite fuel pressures, CEO says

Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury said he is not seeing any demand for cancellations of jet orders despite recent turmoil that has left the airline industry battered, speaking at

Airbus sees no sign of jet order cancellations despite fuel pressures, CEO says
Asia|Crime|Education|Environment|World

Wild black bear in Japan captured after multi-day hunt grips nation's attention

The Japanese city of Utsunomiya captured a wild black bear on Tuesday after a dramatic multi-day search

Wild black bear in Japan captured after multi-day hunt grips nation's attention
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Judge upholds oversight of US consulate builder in Milan over labour probe

A judge on Tuesday upheld a decision to place the Italian arm of U.S. builder Caddell Construction under judicial control, as it faces an investigation into

Judge upholds oversight of US consulate builder in Milan over labour probe
Europe|Travel|World

Pope’s visit to Canary Islands puts focus on treatment of migrants

Pope Leo's visit to Spain's Canary Islands, which have struggled to absorb a surge in irregular migration over the past decade,

Pope’s visit to Canary Islands puts focus on treatment of migrants
Crime|Economy|Election|Political|World

Turkey opposition crisis deepens as rival CHP leaders hold duelling meetings

The ousted head of Turkey's main opposition party on Tuesday urged lawmakers to resist what he called a bid to eliminate it, while its

Turkey opposition crisis deepens as rival CHP leaders hold duelling meetings
MidEast|Political|World

UN's Guterres calls for end to violence in Middle East

U.N.

UN's Guterres calls for end to violence in Middle East
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology|World

Britain begins formal review of Paramount' s $110 billion Warner Bros deal

Britain's competition regulator said on Tuesday it has formally started its review of Paramount Skydance's planned $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, after ending

Britain begins formal review of Paramount' s $110 billion Warner Bros deal
Science|Sports|Technology|World

We ran 100,000 computer simulations of the World Cup. And the winner will be …

Data science and machine learning algorithms can help us form probabilistic forecasts of things like sporting events.

We ran 100,000 computer simulations of the World Cup. And the winner will be …
Africa|Environment|Health|Science|World

Congo's Ebola outbreak rises to over 100 deaths out of 550 cases as conflict slows response

At least 100 people have died from Ebola less than a month after authorities declared an outbreak of the disease in eastern Congo

Congo's Ebola outbreak rises to over 100 deaths out of 550 cases as conflict slows response
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Atlanta ramps up human trafficking awareness ahead of FIFA World Cup with "It's a Penalty" campaign

Atlanta ramps up human trafficking awareness ahead of FIFA World Cup with "It's a Penalty" campaign

Atlanta ramps up human trafficking awareness ahead of FIFA World Cup with "It's a Penalty" campaign
Arts|Sports|World

He scored, Africa danced: When one stunning World Cup goal rocked a nation

He scored, Africa danced: When one stunning World Cup goal rocked a nation

He scored, Africa danced: When one stunning World Cup goal rocked a nation
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Rare footage of Mediterranean great white shark captured by ghost diver

Rare footage of Mediterranean great white shark captured by ghost diver

Rare footage of Mediterranean great white shark captured by ghost diver
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Apple and Brussels blame each other for delaying European Union rollout of Siri AI

Apple and the European Union are blaming each other for delaying the rollout of Apple's Siri AI app to European users

Apple and Brussels blame each other for delaying European Union rollout of Siri AI
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Attorneys urge release of mosque leader, saying he's been denied diabetes care in ICE custody

Attorneys for the president of Wisconsin's largest mosque say he is being denied basic medical care for diabetes and has lost 30 pounds since he was taken into custody two months ago by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Attorneys urge release of mosque leader, saying he's been denied diabetes care in ICE custody
Asia|Business|Education|Environment|World

Japanese city captures bear that caused fear and school closures

A wandering bear that scared residents of a Japanese city just north of Tokyo has been captured after several days of panic during which all schools were closed

Japanese city captures bear that caused fear and school closures
Asia|Economy|Political|Travel|World

China's President Xi returns home after closely watched trip to North Korea

Chinese President Xi Jinping has returned home, ending a rare state visit to North Korea

China's President Xi returns home after closely watched trip to North Korea
Sports|World

Wondering which games to watch at the World Cup? These are the 10 best group stage matches

Wondering which games to watch at the World Cup? These are the 10 best group stage matches

Wondering which games to watch at the World Cup? These are the 10 best group stage matches
Crime|US|World

Vance recommends DOJ criminal investigation into Tim Walz and Minnesota AG over state’s fraud scandal

Vance recommends DOJ criminal investigation into Tim Walz and Minnesota AG over state’s fraud scandal

Vance recommends DOJ criminal investigation into Tim Walz and Minnesota AG over state’s fraud scandal
Crime|Education|Environment|World

Japanese city closes nearly 100 schools after bear sightings as post-hibernation attacks rise

Japanese city closes nearly 100 schools after bear sightings as post-hibernation attacks rise

Japanese city closes nearly 100 schools after bear sightings as post-hibernation attacks rise
Crime|US|World

A jury voted for Jeffery Lee to receive a life sentence. Alabama plans to execute him anyway

A jury voted for Jeffery Lee to receive a life sentence. Alabama plans to execute him anyway

A jury voted for Jeffery Lee to receive a life sentence. Alabama plans to execute him anyway
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China can build humanoids at scale. The hard part is finding enough buyers

Chinese humanoid robots are making waves with their ability to do backflips, direct traffic and even make coffee

China can build humanoids at scale. The hard part is finding enough buyers
Business|Economy|World

The Strait of Hormuz is ‘leaking’ oil

The Strait of Hormuz is ‘leaking’ oil

The Strait of Hormuz is ‘leaking’ oil
Health|Science|World

Survivors share experiences and lessons from Congo’s 2018 Ebola outbreak

Survivors including health and aid workers recall their experiences and lessons during the 2018-2020 Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo

Survivors share experiences and lessons from Congo’s 2018 Ebola outbreak
Arts|Europe|Travel|World

Pope Leo will tap into the Sagrada Familia's allure while honoring Catalonia's holy mountain

Pope Leo XIV will bridge 1,000 years of church history Wednesday when he visits a medieval monastery on a mountaintop that local Catholics consider sacred and then celebrates Mass at Barcelona’s famous Sagrada Familia Basilica

Pope Leo will tap into the Sagrada Familia's allure while honoring Catalonia's holy mountain
Education|Europe|Health|Technology|World

A digital reckoning against smartphones in schools has spread to Sweden

Sweden is set to ban mobile phones in schools from the next academic year as part of a broad reversal on the use of screens in classrooms

A digital reckoning against smartphones in schools has spread to Sweden
Australia|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Rugby league international Kane Evans comes out as gay in a TV interview

Ex-rugby league international Kane Evans has come out as gay, becoming the first high-level player in Australia to do so in decades

Rugby league international Kane Evans comes out as gay in a TV interview
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Pentagon labels tech giant Alibaba and electric car maker BYD as aiding Chinese military

The Pentagon has added several prominent Chinese businesses to its list of Chinese military companies

Pentagon labels tech giant Alibaba and electric car maker BYD as aiding Chinese military
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Xi and Kim push for greater ties between China and North Korea

Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have underscored their commitment to deepen cooperation in a closely watched summit

Xi and Kim push for greater ties between China and North Korea
Environment|Health|Science|US|World

US confirms new screwworm cases, as ranchers brace for spread

The U.S. confirmed three additional cases of New World screwworm on Monday, raising the total number of cases to five since the first domestic screwworm infestation

US confirms new screwworm cases, as ranchers brace for spread
Sports|Travel|US|World

US team settles into World Cup training base with optimism and gratitude for fan support

The U.S. national team already knew it was in for a once-in-a-lifetime experience this month as the home team in a World Cup

US team settles into World Cup training base with optimism and gratitude for fan support
Crime|Political|Sports|Travel|US|World

Somali referee won't officiate in World Cup after being denied entry into the United States

Somali referee Omar Artan won’t officiate in the World Cup after being denied entry into the United States

Somali referee won't officiate in World Cup after being denied entry into the United States
Crime|Europe|World

ICC chief prosecutor suspended pending decision by oversight body on sexual misconduct allegations

The embattled chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court has been suspended from his duties after the court’s oversight body referred Karim Khan for disciplinary proceedings

ICC chief prosecutor suspended pending decision by oversight body on sexual misconduct allegations
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|World

Nestle's private equity partner exits bidding for Perrier business, Bloomberg News reports

Consumer giant Nestle SA's long-time private equity partner PAI Partners has dropped out of bidding for its water business, which includes brands such as Perrier, Bloomberg News

Nestle's private equity partner exits bidding for Perrier business, Bloomberg News reports
Asia|Science|World

A 7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 35, collapses buildings and sparks tsunami

A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked the southern Philippines, killing at least 35 people

A 7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 35, collapses buildings and sparks tsunami
Business|Education|Technology|World

Federal judge strikes down Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas

A federal judge has struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas

Federal judge strikes down Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Community Rainbow Run honors Pulse victims, raises funds for permanent memorial

Community Rainbow Run honors Pulse victims, raises funds for permanent memorial

Community Rainbow Run honors Pulse victims, raises funds for permanent memorial
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump formally nominates his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general

Trump formally nominates his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general

Trump formally nominates his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Pope meets with 6 clergy abuse survivors in Spain, hopes to improve response

The Vatican says that Pope Leo XIV has met with six survivors of clergy sexual abuse in Madrid and vowed to consider their suggestions for how the Catholic Church can improve its response to the crisis

Pope meets with 6 clergy abuse survivors in Spain, hopes to improve response
Interview|Political|US|World

Trump’s NBC interview ends abruptly

President Donald Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC’s “Meet the Press” moderator Kristen Welker. CNN’s Brian Stelter reports.

Trump’s NBC interview ends abruptly
Crime|US|World

A new search for Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas ends without answers about the missing American sailor

A new search for Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas ends without answers about the missing American sailor

A new search for Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas ends without answers about the missing American sailor
Business|Travel|World

Trump administration will offer expedited visa interviews at select embassies for $750

The State Department will soon offer a “premium” expedited service for foreigners seeking business or tourist visas that will set applicants back $750 on top of the basic processing fee of $185

Trump administration will offer expedited visa interviews at select embassies for $750
World

Israel and Iran appear to pause strikes after trading fire for the first time since April ceasefire

Israel and Iran appear to be backing away from further strikes, just hours after they traded fire for the first time since the U.S. and Tehran agreed to a ceasefire two months ago

Israel and Iran appear to pause strikes after trading fire for the first time since April ceasefire
Economy|Political|World

Iran and Israel say they have halted strikes on each other for now

Iran and Israel said on Monday they had halted attacks on each other after an appeal from U.S.

Iran and Israel say they have halted strikes on each other for now
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street holds steadier as AI stocks recover some of their sell-off

Wall Street held steadier and recovered some of its sell-off from last week

Wall Street holds steadier as AI stocks recover some of their sell-off
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel|US|World

US carriers spent $6.5B on fuel in April; global profit forecast is cut nearly in half

New government data released Monday shows U.S. airlines spent nearly $6.5 billion on jet fuel in April

US carriers spent $6.5B on fuel in April; global profit forecast is cut nearly in half
Science|Technology|World

New image of the Crystal Ball Nebula captures the ‘spectacular’ throes of a dying star

New image of the Crystal Ball Nebula captures the ‘spectacular’ throes of a dying star

New image of the Crystal Ball Nebula captures the ‘spectacular’ throes of a dying star
Crime|Health|World

ICE facility in Louisiana reports its second detainee death in less than 2 months

A second detainee has died in two months at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Louisiana where a recent investigation found insanitary conditions and problems with medical care

ICE facility in Louisiana reports its second detainee death in less than 2 months
World

After morning of sirens, Israelis fall back into well-worn war routines

War-weary Israelis fell back on familiar routines after Israel and Iran traded fire for the first time since a ceasefire was reached in April

After morning of sirens, Israelis fall back into well-worn war routines
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Ken Paxton's attorney in his impeachment trial endorses James Talarico in US Senate race

An attorney who defended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in his impeachment trial has endorsed Paxton's Democratic opponent in the U.S. Senate race

Ken Paxton's attorney in his impeachment trial endorses James Talarico in US Senate race
Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Travel|World

Bay Area Filipino community worried after 7.8 quake strikes southern Philippines

Bay Area Filipino community worried after 7.8 quake strikes southern Philippines

Bay Area Filipino community worried after 7.8 quake strikes southern Philippines
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Apple finally lays out its AI plans with a brand new version of Siri

Apple finally lays out its AI plans with a brand new version of Siri

Apple finally lays out its AI plans with a brand new version of Siri
Crime|Election|Political|World

Fujimori and nationalist Sánchez virtually tied as vote count continues in Peru

Peru's presidential runoff has left the country without a clear winner

Fujimori and nationalist Sánchez virtually tied as vote count continues in Peru
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

Airline chiefs slam engine makers for delays at industry summit

 Commercial jet enginemakers faced renewed pressure from airline CEOs on Monday, as

Airline chiefs slam engine makers for delays at industry summit
Business|Election|Political|World

Leftist Sanchez takes lead in polarized Peru election

Leftist congressman Roberto Sanchez took a slim lead against conservative Keiko Fujimori in Peru's presidential race on Monday as

Leftist Sanchez takes lead in polarized Peru election
Crime|Education|Europe|Political|World

France to review 70,000 allegations of violence against minors after girl's death

French Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin said on Monday he had told public prosecutors to review 70,000 ongoing allegations of violence against minors, after an outcry over

France to review 70,000 allegations of violence against minors after girl's death
Asia|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices settle $1 higher after Iran and Israel say they have halted attacks

Oil prices settled $1 higher after rising more than 5% earlier in the session on Monday as Iran and Israel said they had halted attacks on each other

Oil prices settle $1 higher after Iran and Israel say they have halted attacks
MidEast|Political|World

Iran top negotiator threatens to defeat US blockade on Iran

Tehran will turn the naval blockade established by the United States into another defeat for the "enemy", Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said in a message

Iran top negotiator threatens to defeat US blockade on Iran
Americas|Election|Finance|Political|World

Roberto Sanchez overtakes Keiko Fujimori in Peru presidential race

Leftist Roberto Sanchez took the lead in Peru's presidential race on Monday with 50.01% compared to Keiko Fujimori's 49.9% with 93.92% of ballots tallied according to the

Roberto Sanchez overtakes Keiko Fujimori in Peru presidential race
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Albania's Rama vows to push on with Kushner-linked luxury resort despite protests

Albania will plough on with a luxury resort planned by Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner on a remote stretch of Balkan coast despite persistent

Albania's Rama vows to push on with Kushner-linked luxury resort despite protests
Arts|Business|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Pentagon updates list of recognized religious affiliations after backlash from Mormon lawmakers

Pentagon updates list of recognized religious affiliations after backlash from Mormon lawmakers

Pentagon updates list of recognized religious affiliations after backlash from Mormon lawmakers
Business|MidEast|Political|World

The Latest: Israel and Iran trade fire in most serious confrontation since April ceasefire

Israel and Iran have exchanged fire, marking the first such incident since a ceasefire two months ago

The Latest: Israel and Iran trade fire in most serious confrontation since April ceasefire
MidEast|Political|World

A timeline of the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel over Lebanon

Iran has fired missiles at Israel, marking the first such attack in two months since a ceasefire

A timeline of the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel over Lebanon
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Ukrainian strikes set off fires at oil facilities in Russia and Crimea

Ukrainian forces have struck oil facilities in Russia and occupied Ukraine as part of their campaign to impose economic costs on Moscow

Ukrainian strikes set off fires at oil facilities in Russia and Crimea
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|Technology|World

Why the director of national intelligence needs more than political loyalty to do the job

The newly named director of national intelligence is a Trump political ally who has no experience in national security. A veteran of the field says it matters who holds the job.

Why the director of national intelligence needs more than political loyalty to do the job
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Ivanka Trump plans a luxury resort on a protected beach. Locals and conservationists aren’t thrilled.

Ivanka Trump plans a luxury resort on a protected beach. Locals and conservationists aren’t thrilled.

Ivanka Trump plans a luxury resort on a protected beach. Locals and conservationists aren’t thrilled.
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IMF financial stability chief Adrian to step down August 31

The International Monetary Fund said on Monday that Tobias Adrian, who led the IMF's Monetary and Capital Markets Department through numerous shocks including COVID-19,

IMF financial stability chief Adrian to step down August 31
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Trump's UFC fight at White House combines punches and politics

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Trump's UFC fight at White House combines punches and politics
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UK regulator sues Woodford, his new service over 'unauthorised' investment advice

Britain's financial regulator said on Monday it was suing former fund manager Neil Woodford and his new investment service, accusing them of providing regulated investment

UK regulator sues Woodford, his new service over 'unauthorised' investment advice
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WHO's Tedros says Uganda should reconsider Congo border closure over Ebola

The director-general of the World Health Organization said on Monday that Uganda should reconsider its decision to close its border with Democratic Republic of Congo

WHO's Tedros says Uganda should reconsider Congo border closure over Ebola
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Dollar eases as Iran and Israel agree to halt strikes

The dollar eased on Monday but hovered near its highest level in nearly two months, after Iran and Israel agreed to halt attacks

Dollar eases as Iran and Israel agree to halt strikes
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Stocks bounce back, oil pares gains as Iran and Israel signal a pause

MSCI's global equities index fell slightly on Monday but Wall Street saw some support from a bounce in technology stocks while oil

Stocks bounce back, oil pares gains as Iran and Israel signal a pause
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US derivatives regulator drops move to SEC offices; will remain in current HQ

The top U.S. derivatives regulator has scrapped a plan to move its staff into the U.S.

US derivatives regulator drops move to SEC offices; will remain in current HQ
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US public's inflation expectations largely unchanged in May, New York Fed survey shows

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US public's inflation expectations largely unchanged in May, New York Fed survey shows
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Mexico inflation likely slowed again in May, still above cenbank target

Mexico's annual inflation likely slowed in May, a Reuters poll showed on Monday, reinforcing expectations that the central bank will maintain its interest rate at

Mexico inflation likely slowed again in May, still above cenbank target
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Defying Trump with brief Iran fight, Israel seeks sway over peace talks

In launching renewed strikes on Iran on Monday in apparent open defiance of Donald Trump, Israel has tried to make its case to

Defying Trump with brief Iran fight, Israel seeks sway over peace talks
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S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as tech, chipmakers rebound

U.S. stocks ended mostly higher on Monday, led by gains in the Nasdaq and chipmakers as investors sought bargains after Friday's sharp

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as tech, chipmakers rebound
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'Short, sharp and more strategic': the EU's new approach to climate talks

The EU wants to target fewer, clearer goals at the world's annual climate summit in November, building alliances in advance to avoid a repeat of last year's

'Short, sharp and more strategic': the EU's new approach to climate talks
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Justice Department moves to strip citizenship from 17 people in unprecedented denaturalization push

Justice Department moves to strip citizenship from 17 people in unprecedented denaturalization push

Justice Department moves to strip citizenship from 17 people in unprecedented denaturalization push
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Americans ‘don’t like the look of things’ and are growing more worried about their job and their finances

Americans ‘don’t like the look of things’ and are growing more worried about their job and their finances

Americans ‘don’t like the look of things’ and are growing more worried about their job and their finances
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The Beautiful Game is coming to North America and the World Cup is just 3 days away

The Beautiful Game is coming to North America and the World Cup is just 3 days away

The Beautiful Game is coming to North America and the World Cup is just 3 days away
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Dozens killed after deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines

Dozens killed after deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines

Dozens killed after deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines
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Boulder Jewish Festival marks 30th anniversary, one year after deadly attack

Boulder Jewish Festival marks 30th anniversary, one year after deadly attack

Boulder Jewish Festival marks 30th anniversary, one year after deadly attack
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A watchdog report flags security risks in the IRS-ICE taxpayer data-sharing deal

A new Treasury inspector general report raises concerns about Immigration and Customs Enforcement's ability to safeguard taxpayer information

A watchdog report flags security risks in the IRS-ICE taxpayer data-sharing deal
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Protests over a US Ebola facility in Kenya highlight Africa’s growing resistance to Trump-era deals

Protests over a US Ebola facility in Kenya highlight Africa’s growing resistance to Trump-era deals

Protests over a US Ebola facility in Kenya highlight Africa’s growing resistance to Trump-era deals
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Meeting Messi: Boy who survived cancer meets Argentina's soccer team

Meeting Messi: Boy who survived cancer meets Argentina's soccer team

Meeting Messi: Boy who survived cancer meets Argentina's soccer team
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Pop-up art show takes over German president's residence before yearslong renovation

A pop-up art show featuring contemporary works is set to open at the German president's official residency this week before renovations begin

Pop-up art show takes over German president's residence before yearslong renovation
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US adds visa restrictions for Nicaraguans over death of indigenous leader

The United States imposed additional visa restrictions Monday on more than 100 Nicaraguan officials and their family members over the death of indigenous leader Brooklyn

US adds visa restrictions for Nicaraguans over death of indigenous leader
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US judge asked to bar Trump's UFC fight at White House

A federal judge in Washington has been asked to block President Donald Trump’s plan to host an Ultimate Fighting Championship mixed martial arts bout

US judge asked to bar Trump's UFC fight at White House
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Australia, Canada, Japan trade bodies fret over being left out in made-in-Europe drive

Europe's push to cut its reliance on U.S.

Australia, Canada, Japan trade bodies fret over being left out in made-in-Europe drive
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Iran's World Cup players wear pins for victims of deadly strike on school as they arrive in Mexico

Iran’s World Cup team arrived in Mexico wearing lapel pins highlighting the victims of a deadly missile strike on an elementary school at the start of the war in the Mideast

Iran's World Cup players wear pins for victims of deadly strike on school as they arrive in Mexico
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Pope's historic speech to Spain's parliament demands respect for migrants and gets 7-minute ovation

Spain's lawmakers have given Pope Leo XIV a lengthy standing ovation after his historic address to parliament

Pope's historic speech to Spain's parliament demands respect for migrants and gets 7-minute ovation
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Poland's Tusk seeks calm and dialogue with Ukraine in row over army unit

Poland's prime minister called for solidarity and talks between Warsaw and Kyiv on Monday after diplomatic relations deteriorated over the naming of a Ukrainian army unit

Poland's Tusk seeks calm and dialogue with Ukraine in row over army unit
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UK financial regulator softens proposed change to UK money market fund rules

Britain's financial regulator on Monday slightly softened its proposals for money market funds to hold more liquid assets which are designed to ensure they are resilient

UK financial regulator softens proposed change to UK money market fund rules
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Kenya police fire tear gas, arrest ex chief justice at national park protest

Riot police fired tear gas to disperse scores of protesters rallying on Monday against plans to build on part of a national park in

Kenya police fire tear gas, arrest ex chief justice at national park protest
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Wall St opens higher as chip stocks rebound, Middle East tensions ease

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Monday, bouncing back from a sharp selloff in the prior session, aided by a recovery in chip stocks and signs of easing tensions in the

Wall St opens higher as chip stocks rebound, Middle East tensions ease
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India-US trade deal can be finalised after tariff probe concludes, official says

India is pushing for preferential new tariffs from the United States as part of talks to finalise an interim trade deal with Washington, an Indian

India-US trade deal can be finalised after tariff probe concludes, official says
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Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan claims victory in election seen as test of Russia's influence

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has claimed victory in a general election seen as a test of Russia’s influence

Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan claims victory in election seen as test of Russia's influence
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IAEA calls on Iran to 're-engage' as West pressures it with resolution

U.N. nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi called on Iran on Monday to "re-engage" with him so inspections can resume at sites the U.S

IAEA calls on Iran to 're-engage' as West pressures it with resolution
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LATAM Brasil trims capacity plans on fuel costs, cuts seen into third quarter

LATAM Airlines' Brazilian unit is expected to trim capacity by about 3% in July compared with its initial plans for the

LATAM Brasil trims capacity plans on fuel costs, cuts seen into third quarter
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China car sales downturn extends into May as VW tests EV revamp

China's car sales extended a downturn in May that has become a stress test for foreign automakers led by Volkswagen, which is trying to revive its China business through

China car sales downturn extends into May as VW tests EV revamp
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Fact check: Trump told NBC that he never promised not to start a new war. He did, repeatedly

Fact check: Trump told NBC that he never promised not to start a new war. He did, repeatedly

Fact check: Trump told NBC that he never promised not to start a new war. He did, repeatedly
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A gender reveal mishap sparked a deadly wildfire. Who’s being held accountable is unusual

A gender reveal mishap sparked a deadly wildfire. Who’s being held accountable is unusual

A gender reveal mishap sparked a deadly wildfire. Who’s being held accountable is unusual
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Cancer survivor from Massachusetts to serve as flag bearer during World Cup in Foxboro

Cancer survivor from Massachusetts to serve as flag bearer during World Cup in Foxboro

Cancer survivor from Massachusetts to serve as flag bearer during World Cup in Foxboro
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Tropical Storm Boris forms off Mexico's southern Pacific coast and brings flooding threat

Tropical Storm Boris has formed and is expected to bring heavy rain to parts of southern Mexico's Pacific coast

Tropical Storm Boris forms off Mexico's southern Pacific coast and brings flooding threat
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US indictment of Raúl Castro comes amid a long history of American aggression against Cuba

Recent military and economic pressure on Cuba, including Trump’s threats of a ‘friendly takeover’ of the island, follow a long pattern of US hostility toward its southern neighbor.

US indictment of Raúl Castro comes amid a long history of American aggression against Cuba