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The Latest: Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran after threatening escalation

President Donald Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran hours after threatening to escalate the 3-month-old war

The Latest: Trump says he’s called off new military strikes on Iran after threatening escalation
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US Catholic bishops consecrated nation to the Sacred Heart at gathering in Orlando

U.S. Catholic bishops have consecrated the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, marking the country's 250th anniversary

US Catholic bishops consecrated nation to the Sacred Heart at gathering in Orlando
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Opening of Canada-US bridge that Trump threatened to block is delayed over unresolved 'issues'

The opening of a Canadian-U.S. bridge across the Detroit River, which President Donald Trump had previously threatened to block, has been delayed due to unresolved issues

Opening of Canada-US bridge that Trump threatened to block is delayed over unresolved 'issues'
Sports|US|World

Christian Pulisic is ready to shoulder the burden of US hopes in home World Cup opener vs Paraguay

Christian Pulisic is the most accomplished and most famous player on his national team at the exact time when his nation is hosting a World Cup

Christian Pulisic is ready to shoulder the burden of US hopes in home World Cup opener vs Paraguay
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Foreign workers say they were paid less than $2 an hour to build a new US Consulate in Milan

Foreign workers building a sprawling $350 million American Consulate in Milan say they were paid less than $2 an hour after being promised fair wages

Foreign workers say they were paid less than $2 an hour to build a new US Consulate in Milan
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Iran says no final decision made on possible US agreement, IRNA says

Iran has not yet made a final decision on a possible agreement with the U.S. and will not compromise on its "red lines" in negotiations, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil

Iran says no final decision made on possible US agreement, IRNA says
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Elon Musk's SpaceX kicks off mega IPO wave with $75 billion haul

Elon Musk's SpaceX began trading on Nasdaq on Friday after the rocket and satellite maker raised $75 billion in its initial public offering, shattering records and eclipsing Saudi

Elon Musk's SpaceX kicks off mega IPO wave with $75 billion haul
Political|US|World

Trump says he believes Iran's supreme leader has approved deal with US

U.S.

Trump says he believes Iran's supreme leader has approved deal with US
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Trading Day: Peace beckons ... again

Wall Street staged its biggest bounce in two months on Thursday, and oil and bond yields tumbled, after U.S.

Trading Day: Peace beckons ... again
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump picks top Manhattan federal prosecutor as next intelligence chief

President Donald Trump on Thursday nominated Jay Clayton, the top U.S. attorney for Manhattan, to be the next U.S. spy chief, amid a

Trump picks top Manhattan federal prosecutor as next intelligence chief
Asia|Political|World

North Korea’s Kim voices full support for Russia, sends National Day message to Putin, KCNA says

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a congratulatory message to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Russia’s National Day, voicing full support for Moscow’s domestic and

North Korea’s Kim voices full support for Russia, sends National Day message to Putin, KCNA says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to top intelligence post amid uproar over prior, interim pick

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to top intelligence post amid uproar over prior, interim pick

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to top intelligence post amid uproar over prior, interim pick
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, citing a breakthrough in talks to end the war

U.S. President Donald Trump has called off new military strikes on Iran, hours after threatening to escalate the war

Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, citing a breakthrough in talks to end the war
Entertainment|Sports|World

Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup’s opening match

Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup’s opening match

Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup’s opening match
Business|Entertainment|Europe|World

Virginia Evans and Lyse Doucet win Women's Prize book awards

American novelist Virginia Evans has won the Women’s Prize for Fiction with “The Correspondent,” a bestseller told in letters

Virginia Evans and Lyse Doucet win Women's Prize book awards
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Argentina's inflation slows to 8-month low in a boost for President Milei

Economic data has shown Argentina’s inflation slowing for the second straight month in May

Argentina's inflation slows to 8-month low in a boost for President Milei
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|MidEast|World

Gwyneth Paltrow faces online backlash for starring in luxury Israel real estate ad

Gwyneth Paltrow faces online backlash for starring in luxury Israel real estate ad

Gwyneth Paltrow faces online backlash for starring in luxury Israel real estate ad
Sports|Travel|World

Mexico gets off to roaring World Cup start with a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match

Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez helped Mexico make an exuberant start to the World Cup by scoring a goal each in a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match of the tournament

Mexico gets off to roaring World Cup start with a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match
Crime|US|World

New Hampshire court overturns father’s murder conviction in death of 5-year-old Harmony Montgomery

New Hampshire court overturns father’s murder conviction in death of 5-year-old Harmony Montgomery

New Hampshire court overturns father’s murder conviction in death of 5-year-old Harmony Montgomery
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Honeywell targets $2 billion-$4 billion deals, eyes industrial automation M&A

Honeywell on Thursday said it is targeting deals valued at $2 billion to $4 billion and sees scope for acquisitions in its industrial automation business

Honeywell targets $2 billion-$4 billion deals, eyes industrial automation M&A
Africa|Business|Crime|World

Indian sailors, ship fined $6 million in Lagos cocaine case

A Nigerian court has convicted 11 Indian sailors and their vessel over the trafficking of cocaine into the country, imposing fines totaling $6 million, the National Drug Law

Indian sailors, ship fined $6 million in Lagos cocaine case
Crime|Europe|World

Belfast's minority groups living in fear after 'racist thuggery'

After watching images of masked groups rampaging through the

Belfast's minority groups living in fear after 'racist thuggery'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

States challenge Nasdaq, FTSE Russell for fast-tracking SpaceX

Investment leaders from four large states pressed Nasdaq and FTSE Russell for

States challenge Nasdaq, FTSE Russell for fast-tracking SpaceX
Economy|World

Argentina May inflation slows for second straight month to 2.1%, below forecasts

Argentina recorded slower inflation in May for the second month in a row, below analyst forecasts, even as the 12-month figure increased, data from national

Argentina May inflation slows for second straight month to 2.1%, below forecasts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US appeals court extends block on ruling against Trump's 10% global tariff

A U.S. appeals court on Thursday extended its block on a lower court ruling against the Trump administration's 10% global tariff under Section 122 of

US appeals court extends block on ruling against Trump's 10% global tariff
Business|Education|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Mexico to open World Cup amid passion, parties and protests

With Mariachi costumes, trumpets, and a sea of dark green support, Mexico City prepared to

Soccer-Mexico to open World Cup amid passion, parties and protests
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street indexes jump, Trump says strikes against Iran canceled

U.S. stocks ended sharply higher on Thursday, with indexes extending gains after U.S.

Wall Street indexes jump, Trump says strikes against Iran canceled
Economy|Political|World

Trump says 'great' Iran settlement will trigger opening of Strait of Hormuz

U.S.

Trump says 'great' Iran settlement will trigger opening of Strait of Hormuz
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Australia's central bank to pause on June 16; a minority still see Q3 rate hike: Reuters poll

The Reserve Bank of Australia will pause its tightening cycle on June 16, according to a Reuters poll of economists as a cooling economy gives

Australia's central bank to pause on June 16; a minority still see Q3 rate hike: Reuters poll
Crime|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Minnesota ATVers help rescue missing woman stuck in mud for 3 days: "It had to be God."

Minnesota ATVers help rescue missing woman stuck in mud for 3 days: "It had to be God."

Minnesota ATVers help rescue missing woman stuck in mud for 3 days: "It had to be God."
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

FISA spy powers are almost certain to expire after Congress fails to act

A key surveillance tool that allows the United States to collect intelligence abroad appears certain to expire

FISA spy powers are almost certain to expire after Congress fails to act
Education|Entertainment|Travel|World

Vermont library holds ribbon cutting for new Canadian citizen entrance

Vermont library holds ribbon cutting for new Canadian citizen entrance

Vermont library holds ribbon cutting for new Canadian citizen entrance
Arts|Entertainment|Sports|World

Arlington Museum of Art brings World Cup history to North Texas ahead of FIFA tournament

Arlington Museum of Art brings World Cup history to North Texas ahead of FIFA tournament

Arlington Museum of Art brings World Cup history to North Texas ahead of FIFA tournament
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Soccer fans pack UNCG to welcome Norway ahead of World Cup

Soccer fans pack UNCG to welcome Norway ahead of World Cup

Soccer fans pack UNCG to welcome Norway ahead of World Cup
Europe|Political|World

UK defense secretary resigns, saying the government isn't willing to spend enough on the military

U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey has resigned, saying the government is not willing to spend enough on the military at a time of rising threats

UK defense secretary resigns, saying the government isn't willing to spend enough on the military
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump administration identifies 'super-sponsors' of migrant children in a possible prosecution tack

The Justice Department has announced charges against a Guatemalan woman accused of using false identification to gain custody of migrant children

Trump administration identifies 'super-sponsors' of migrant children in a possible prosecution tack
Economy|Environment|Science|World

El Niño has arrived - what is it and how it affects global weather

El Niño is officially here and may become one of the strongest on record, but what is this global weather influencing phenomenon? CNN Meteorologist Derek Van Dam shows what it is and how it might affect you.

El Niño has arrived - what is it and how it affects global weather
Education|Sports|World

Dutch soccer coaches teach life skills and football fundamentals to Kansas City youth

Dutch soccer coaches teach life skills and football fundamentals to Kansas City youth

Dutch soccer coaches teach life skills and football fundamentals to Kansas City youth
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Man accused of using magnet to steal diesel fuel across the Gulf Coast

Man accused of using magnet to steal diesel fuel across the Gulf Coast

Man accused of using magnet to steal diesel fuel across the Gulf Coast
Business|Crime|Technology|World

US Supreme Court overturns ex-Twitter employee's obstruction conviction in Saudi spy case

The U.S.

US Supreme Court overturns ex-Twitter employee's obstruction conviction in Saudi spy case
Europe|Sports|World

Real Madrid signs José Mourinho to second stint as club manager

Real Madrid signs José Mourinho to second stint as club manager

Real Madrid signs José Mourinho to second stint as club manager
Business|MidEast|Political|World

US will receive a severe response if it attacks again, Iran's top joint military command says

Iran's top joint military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, said on Thursday the United States would receive a more severe response than before if it attacks

US will receive a severe response if it attacks again, Iran's top joint military command says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US producer inflation posts largest annual gain in 3-1/2 years as energy prices surge

U.S. producer prices increased more than expected in May, leading to the largest annual gain in 3-1/2 years as the Middle East conflict boosted the

US producer inflation posts largest annual gain in 3-1/2 years as energy prices surge
Africa|Economy|Political|World

US plans to deport Iranians to Central African Republic, sources say

The Trump administration plans to deport a number of Iranians and other migrants to Central African Republic, a

US plans to deport Iranians to Central African Republic, sources say
Health|Political|World

Israeli fire kills three in Gaza amid new ceasefire push

Israeli strikes killed three people in the Gaza Strip on Thursday, health officials said, as mediators struggled to make progress in

Israeli fire kills three in Gaza amid new ceasefire push
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Italy's Meloni urges NATO rethink on defence spending as Rome lifts outlays

Italy will ramp up its official defence budget this year, but NATO allies should rethink military priorities as warfare is transformed by drones,

Italy's Meloni urges NATO rethink on defence spending as Rome lifts outlays
Crime|Political|World

Democrats, Republicans ask Trump administration not to ship Afghan allies to unsafe countries

Dozens of U.S. lawmakers urged President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday to roll back any plans to ship to unsafe third countries Afghan

Democrats, Republicans ask Trump administration not to ship Afghan allies to unsafe countries
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

John Delaney's Forbright valued at roughly $900 million in Nasdaq debut

Forbright, founded by former U.S.

John Delaney's Forbright valued at roughly $900 million in Nasdaq debut
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil drops as Trump cancels planned strikes against Iran

Oil prices fell on Thursday after U.S.

Oil drops as Trump cancels planned strikes against Iran
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK defence minister quits, says Starmer not spending enough to keep country safe

British defence minister John Healey quit on Thursday over a months-long dispute over military spending, accusing Prime

UK defence minister quits, says Starmer not spending enough to keep country safe
Political|US|World

Trump cancels strikes against Iran planned for Thursday evening

U.S.

Trump cancels strikes against Iran planned for Thursday evening
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Equities rally, dollar dips with oil as Trump cancels Iran attacks

MSCI's global equities index rallied on Thursday while the dollar and bond yields fell, along with oil futures, on renewed hopes for

Equities rally, dollar dips with oil as Trump cancels Iran attacks
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar falls after Trump halts US strikes on Iran

The dollar dropped sharply against major peers on Thursday after President Donald Trump called off plans for renewed U.S. military strikes on Iran at the

Dollar falls after Trump halts US strikes on Iran
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US Congress rejects short-term FISA extension as expiration looms

The U.S.

US Congress rejects short-term FISA extension as expiration looms
Business|Economy|World

Exxon's head of global trading is retiring, sources say

Exxon Mobil's head of global trading Tracey Gunnlaugsson is retiring, two sources with knowledge of the matter

Exxon's head of global trading is retiring, sources say
Arts|Crime|Political|US|World

US authorities investigate huge '8647' marking on grounds of National Mall in Washington

The U.S.

US authorities investigate huge '8647' marking on grounds of National Mall in Washington
Europe|Political|World

Two top UK defense officials resign over military spending in fresh blow to Keir Starmer

Two top UK defense officials resign over military spending in fresh blow to Keir Starmer

Two top UK defense officials resign over military spending in fresh blow to Keir Starmer
Europe|World

Slovenia's new government lifts entry ban on Netanyahu and other measures against Israel

Slovenia’s new conservative government has abolished an entry ban on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and two of his ministers

Slovenia's new government lifts entry ban on Netanyahu and other measures against Israel
Business|Crime|Health|Political|World

Pentagon locked down and partially evacuated due to a false alarm by hazardous materials sensor, sources say

Pentagon locked down and partially evacuated due to a false alarm by hazardous materials sensor, sources say

Pentagon locked down and partially evacuated due to a false alarm by hazardous materials sensor, sources say
Business|Environment|Health|US|World

Pentagon locked down, some floors evacuated due to ‘hazardous materials incident’

Multiple floors and corridors inside the Pentagon have been locked down and others are being evacuated, three sources familiar and the local fire department said. A Pentagon spokesman told CNN that systems within the Pentagon “have detected an air quality issue necessitating precautionary measures until we determine its significance.”

Pentagon locked down, some floors evacuated due to ‘hazardous materials incident’
Sports|World

World Cup beginner’s guide: What you need to know for the biggest sporting event in the world

World Cup beginner’s guide: What you need to know for the biggest sporting event in the world

World Cup beginner’s guide: What you need to know for the biggest sporting event in the world
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Elliott mulls $2.67 billion takeover of UK's The Very Group, Sky News reports

U.S.-based investment firm Elliott Advisors has joined bidders considering a takeover of The Very Group in a deal that could value the British online retailer at £2 billion ($2.67

Elliott mulls $2.67 billion takeover of UK's The Very Group, Sky News reports
Crime|Political|World

Minnesota man pleads guilty to federal charges in state lawmaker shooting case

A Minnesota man pleaded guilty on Thursday to federal charges that he killed Minnesota's House speaker and her husband and attempted to murder a state senator and his wife,

Minnesota man pleads guilty to federal charges in state lawmaker shooting case
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Geneva steps up security for 50,000-strong G7 protest as France hosts summit

France plays host to a Group of Seven summit next week but it is shopkeepers in neighbouring Switzerland who have already boarded

Geneva steps up security for 50,000-strong G7 protest as France hosts summit
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

USDA cuts U.S. winter wheat harvest outlook after Plains drought

The U.S.

USDA cuts U.S. winter wheat harvest outlook after Plains drought
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US midterm advertising bill to hit record $11.6 billion, fueled by Senate races, AdImpact says

The U.S. midterm elections in November are projected to cost $11.6 billion, a record for political advertising in any electoral cycle, fueled in part by surging spending in Senate

US midterm advertising bill to hit record $11.6 billion, fueled by Senate races, AdImpact says
Business|Economy|World

Once an Arab oil embargo victim, US becomes world's top oil exporter

The United States has become the world's largest oil exporter, upending a decades-

Once an Arab oil embargo victim, US becomes world's top oil exporter
Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

IMF cuts 2026 euro zone growth forecast with higher inflation, warns  worse could come

The International Monetary Fund cut its growth forecast for the euro zone on Thursday and raised its expectation for inflation because of the U.S.-

IMF cuts 2026 euro zone growth forecast with higher inflation, warns  worse could come
Business|Crime|Health|Technology|World

Mother sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT encouraged daughter's suicide

A Canadian mother sued OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman in U.S. court on Thursday alleging that ChatGPT encouraged her daughter to commit suicide, the latest

Mother sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT encouraged daughter's suicide
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

US and EU near deadline on $11.5 billion tariffs in long-running aircraft dispute

The United States and the European Union have yet to decide whether to continue suspending or to reimpose tariffs on $11.5 billion of goods in a

US and EU near deadline on $11.5 billion tariffs in long-running aircraft dispute
World

Lebanon's Christians flee Tyre, fearing Israel's campaign will prevent return

After a ceasefire was announced between Lebanese armed group Hezbollah and Israel in April, Darine Al Jouny Safadi thought the worst was behind

Lebanon's Christians flee Tyre, fearing Israel's campaign will prevent return
Europe|Finance|World

Slovenia lifts ban on arms trade with Israel

Slovenia's government has revoked a 2025 decision banning the export and transit of weapons and military equipment to Israel, as well as most arms imports from the country, the

Slovenia lifts ban on arms trade with Israel
Business|World

US confirms third strike on Indian-crewed tankers this week

A U.S. jet fired two missiles into the engine room of the tanker Jalveer off Oman on Thursday, U.S.

US confirms third strike on Indian-crewed tankers this week
MidEast|Political|World

UN's Guterres calls for return to U.S.-Iran ceasefire

U.N.

UN's Guterres calls for return to U.S.-Iran ceasefire
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

False alarm at the Pentagon triggers brief shelter-in-place order

A false alarm at the Pentagon following an air quality warning briefly triggered a partial shelter-in-place order on Wednesday at the U.S. military's headquarters, as

False alarm at the Pentagon triggers brief shelter-in-place order
Economy|Europe|World

EU presidency proposes small cut to bloc's 2028-2034 budget to kick off negotiations

The European Union's budget for 2028-2034 should be 2% smaller than the 2 trillion euros proposed last year, the Cypriot EU presidency proposed on

EU presidency proposes small cut to bloc's 2028-2034 budget to kick off negotiations
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US lawmakers seek $750 million for Ukraine, rename Pentagon 'Department of War' in defense bill

The U.S.

US lawmakers seek $750 million for Ukraine, rename Pentagon 'Department of War' in defense bill
Business|Economy|Travel|World

US, Canada delay opening of new bridge after Trump raised objections

The U.S. and Canada have decided to delay the opening of a new $4.7 billion bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, that was set to open in

US, Canada delay opening of new bridge after Trump raised objections
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Being on US sanctions list not sufficient to refuse EU bank account, court rules

Inclusion on a United States sanctions list is not sufficient on its own for a refusal to open a bank account in the European Union, the Court of Justice of the European

Being on US sanctions list not sufficient to refuse EU bank account, court rules
Business|Economy|World

Grupo Mexico, U.S. partner eye Argentina grain freight network in Milei privatization push

Mexico's Grupo Mexico Transportes USA (GMXT) has struck a deal with U.S. rail technology company Wabtec to jointly bid for Argentina's state-run

Grupo Mexico, U.S. partner eye Argentina grain freight network in Milei privatization push
Election|Political|World

Peru reviews contested ballots as Fujimori takes razor-thin lead

Peru's electoral jury began reviewing contested ballots on Thursday with the initial count to determine the country's next president

Peru reviews contested ballots as Fujimori takes razor-thin lead
Political|Technology|World

FISA: What to know about the government’s key spy powers that are on the verge of expiration

FISA: What to know about the government’s key spy powers that are on the verge of expiration

FISA: What to know about the government’s key spy powers that are on the verge of expiration
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.52%, just below its high for the year

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate ticked up this week to just below its high for the year, the latest sign that borrowing costs on home loans remain elevated relative to where they were before the war with Iran started

Average US long-term mortgage rate rises to 6.52%, just below its high for the year
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Brazil reports drop in Amazon deforestation rates, pushing back on US tariff accusations

Brazilian officials have announced a significant drop in deforestation rates

Brazil reports drop in Amazon deforestation rates, pushing back on US tariff accusations
Europe|Sports|World

Alonso signals he is nearing end of F1 career in his likely farewell to Barcelona

Two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso has signaled he is near the end of his career after saying Sunday’s race will likely be his last in Barcelona

Alonso signals he is nearing end of F1 career in his likely farewell to Barcelona
Political|World

Iran fights to keep Lebanon as leverage in high-stakes US deal

Iran is waging a calculated campaign to preserve Lebanon as its last bastion of influence on the Mediterranean,

Iran fights to keep Lebanon as leverage in high-stakes US deal
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

North Texas girl meets donor's family in emotional first meeting

North Texas girl meets donor's family in emotional first meeting

North Texas girl meets donor's family in emotional first meeting
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bangladesh unveils $77 billion budget, eyes 6.5% growth

Bangladesh unveiled a 9.38 trillion taka ($77 billion) national budget on Thursday, targeting 6.5% economic growth and 7.5% inflation as the government seeks to revive an

Bangladesh unveils $77 billion budget, eyes 6.5% growth
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

El Nino conditions are present, US forecaster says

El Nino conditions are present and expected to strengthen into the Northern Hemisphere winter of 2026–27, the U.S. Climate Prediction Center said on Thursday.

El Nino conditions are present, US forecaster says
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

Nike's World Cup play: take on Adidas and revitalize the brand

As the World Cup kicks off, Nike and Adidas are competing on and off the field. Nike needs a win.

Nike's World Cup play: take on Adidas and revitalize the brand
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Israel sends West Bank settlement funding plan to security cabinet

Israel's cabinet on Thursday referred a plan to allocate 1 billion shekels ($339.7 million) for the establishment of new settlements in the occupied West Bank to the

Israel sends West Bank settlement funding plan to security cabinet
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Nigeria lawmakers advance state police reform to curb insecurity

Nigeria’s parliament passed a constitutional bill on Thursday paving the way for each of its 36 states to establish and run its

Nigeria lawmakers advance state police reform to curb insecurity
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Northern Ireland's Donaldson takes stand to deny sex offences against two girls

Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson denied all charges of historical sex offences against two girls when he took the stand in his trial on Thursday, telling the

Northern Ireland's Donaldson takes stand to deny sex offences against two girls
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Four developed market central banks are now hiking rates

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

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

Taking Kharg Island would pose risks for US troops

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

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

ECB governors eye July pause after first hike, sources says

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

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

Canada says bilateral deals with US will accompany USMCA review

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Instant View: ECB raises interest rates, as widely expected

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

Instant View: ECB raises interest rates, as widely expected
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Pakistan budget, hit by Iran war and IMF, to squeeze middle class

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

Pakistan budget, hit by Iran war and IMF, to squeeze middle class
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Volkswagen to reduce workforce by 19,000 by end of year, CEO says

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

Volkswagen to reduce workforce by 19,000 by end of year, CEO says
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US weekly jobless claims increase marginally amid labor market resilience

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

US weekly jobless claims increase marginally amid labor market resilience
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High US mortgage rates to keep housing market subdued: Reuters poll

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

High US mortgage rates to keep housing market subdued: Reuters poll
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Russian diplomat discusses Ukraine war with French, German and British ambassadors

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

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

China sanctions Philippine defence chief over 'erroneous remarks'

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

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

ECB raises interest rates in long-telegraphed move

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

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

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

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

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

UK minister says violence in Northern Ireland is racist thuggery

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Poland to jail online streamers of violent crime, rape, cruelty for up to 5 years
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France floats revamp of EU diplomacy with 'reinforced' role for Kallas, paper shows

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

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

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

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

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

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

U.S.

Trump says he wants to "take" Iran's Kharg Island oil hub
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Ukraine's drone commander wants to cut Crimea off from Russia

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

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

Why thousands of Americans are giving up their citizenship

Why thousands of Americans are giving up their citizenship

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

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

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

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

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

The U.S.

FDA grants emergency approval for over-the-counter drug to treat screwworm in pets
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US wholesale inflation rose sharply last month as Iran oil shock continues to drive up business costs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

U.S. meteorologists say an El Nino has formed

El Nino is here and scientists fear it'll be big, bad and costly with heat, floods, droughts, fires
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US jobless aid filings rise to 229,000 last week, remain historically low despite Iran war headwinds

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Scotland World Cup fans arrive in Boston, say they ran out of beer on flight: "I'm going to find Cheers"
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Too sick to work, but can they prove it? New Medicaid rule worries patients

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

Too sick to work, but can they prove it? New Medicaid rule worries patients
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Few Americans back Trump's White House cage match plan, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kremlin shrugs off planned new EU sanctions on Russian banks

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

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

Learning to love the inflation

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

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

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

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

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

Pope Leo says history will condemn leaders who ignore migrant deaths

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

China cancels high-level meetings with EU, FT reports

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sweden drops plan to jail violent offenders as young as 13

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

NATO commander highlights critical role of data in modern combat

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

BOJ's pivotal moment muddied by Ueda's absence

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kiel Institute cuts 2027 German growth forecast as energy shock weighs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

AirAsia X postpones Bahrain flight route due to regional conflict

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

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

Iran and Ukraine loom over G7 as France accommodates Trump

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

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

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

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

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

German construction sector says downturn not over, urges faster action

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Somali World Cup referee denied US entry ahead of World Cup

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Blast in China's Guangxi kills seven, injures 17

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

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

Tech and war jitters sap confidence

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

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

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

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

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

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

What makes a memorable FIFA World Cup anthem

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

US Department of Justice formally moves to drop Halkbank case

The U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

UAW reaches deal with Dauch Corp after 10-day strike

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Russian-held Sevastopol suspends fuel distribution as Zelenskiy praises attacks on energy assets
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Carney says opening of Canada-US bridge may take 'a little longer'

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

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

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

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

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

US charges suspected Russian hacker with facilitating cyber campaign

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

UK property market remains fragile and landlords curb rentals

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

UK property market remains fragile and landlords curb rentals
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Thai farm debt crisis deepens in early test for Anutin's government

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

Thai farm debt crisis deepens in early test for Anutin's government
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White House defends Cuba sanctions as UN warns of harm

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

White House defends Cuba sanctions as UN warns of harm
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Venezuela deploys troops against illegal miners in key gold belt

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

Venezuela deploys troops against illegal miners in key gold belt
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US, Iran exchange attacks as Trump threatens further escalation

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

US, Iran exchange attacks as Trump threatens further escalation
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Outcry in Indonesia after police find toddlers tied up at daycare centre

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

Outcry in Indonesia after police find toddlers tied up at daycare centre
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US military says none of its warships struck in Strait of Hormuz

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

US military says none of its warships struck in Strait of Hormuz
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Colombia's De la Espriella leads Cepeda in runoff poll

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

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

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

The Latest: US says it is striking targets in Iran again as tensions escalate
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$60M and 7 federal agencies required to stage Trump's UFC fight at White House

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

$60M and 7 federal agencies required to stage Trump's UFC fight at White House
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A burning cross in a Chicago park shocks residents and has police searching for who did it

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

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