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Reactions to French PM Lecornu's second attempt at forming a government

The French presidency unveiled a new cabinet line-up on Sunday in a last-gasp bid to secure a budget for 2026 and find a way out of a deep political crisis that has hampered decision

Reactions to French PM Lecornu's second attempt at forming a government
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

UK pledges $27 million in latest aid package for Gaza

Britain will provide a 20 million pound ($27 million) aid package to deliver water, sanitation and hygiene services in Gaza, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Sunday, as he arrived

UK pledges $27 million in latest aid package for Gaza
Political|World

Trump says Gaza war has ended; Israel awaits release of hostages

The war in Gaza has ended and the Middle East is going to "normalize," U.S.

Trump says Gaza war has ended; Israel awaits release of hostages
Europe|Political|World

Melania Trump announces working with Putin on family reunions

First lady Melania Trump said Friday that Russia has allowed eight Ukrainian children to reunite with their parents, following months of private discussions between Russian officials and the first lady’s office centered on children separated from their families during the war.

Melania Trump announces working with Putin on family reunions
Crime|Political|World

Israel expects hostages to be freed from Gaza 'in a few hours' as ceasefire holds

Israel says it expects all of the 20 living hostages held in the Gaza Strip to be released Monday in its breakthrough ceasefire deal with Hamas

Israel expects hostages to be freed from Gaza 'in a few hours' as ceasefire holds
Health|Political|World

The Latest: Palestinians journey back home as aid convoys enter Gaza and truce holds

A ceasefire in the war in Gaza is holding for the third day as aid agencies work to rush in more desperately needed aid into the besieged territory under the truce deal

The Latest: Palestinians journey back home as aid convoys enter Gaza and truce holds
Economy|Europe|Political|World

France's Macron reappoints Lescure as finance minister amid budget turmoil

The French presidency announced Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's new cabinet line-up on Sunday, reappointing Roland Lescure, a close ally of Emmanuel Macron, as finance minister.

France's Macron reappoints Lescure as finance minister amid budget turmoil
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Vance warns 'deeper' cuts ahead for federal workers as shutdown enters 12th day

Vice President JD Vance is warning of deeper cuts to the federal workforce the longer the government shutdown goes on

Vance warns 'deeper' cuts ahead for federal workers as shutdown enters 12th day
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Macron's France now has a new Cabinet. It will face an uphill battle to end the political crisis

France’s newly reappointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu named a new government Sunday, as he faces pressure to urgently produce a budget and quell political turmoil that is scaring businesses and staining the country’s image

Macron's France now has a new Cabinet. It will face an uphill battle to end the political crisis
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukrainian troops advance in Zaporizhzhia region

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday that a Ukrainian counteroffensive had made gains in southern Zaporizhzhia region as well as in Donetsk region, which is the focal point of the

Zelenskiy says Ukrainian troops advance in Zaporizhzhia region
Africa|Election|Political|World

World's oldest president could extend his rule as Cameroon votes in an election

Cameroon has voted in an election that could extend Africa’s oldest leader’s rule by another seven years

World's oldest president could extend his rule as Cameroon votes in an election
Economy|Health|Political|World

Officials say food sites run by controversial US-Israeli-backed group in Gaza are being shut down

Two officials tell The Associated Press that food distribution sites run by the controversial U.S.-Israel backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation are being shut down under the terms of the ceasefire deal

Officials say food sites run by controversial US-Israeli-backed group in Gaza are being shut down
Business|Economy|Political|World

USTR says China 'deferred' when US reached out for phone call after export controls expansion

Trade Representative Jamison Greer said on Sunday that the U.S. reached out to China for a phone call following an announcement that it was expanding its rare earths export

USTR says China 'deferred' when US reached out for phone call after export controls expansion
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Cameroon counts votes as world’s oldest president seeks to extend rule

Cameroon began counting votes after a presidential election on Sunday in which incumbent Paul Biya, the world's oldest ruler at 92, is widely expected to

Cameroon counts votes as world’s oldest president seeks to extend rule
Business|Economy|Political|World

Beijing blames US for raising trade tensions, defends rare earth curbs

China called U.S.

Beijing blames US for raising trade tensions, defends rare earth curbs
Americas|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Russia attacks Ukraine's power grid as Moscow worries over US Tomahawk missiles

Russia has attacked Ukraine’s power grid as part of an ongoing campaign to damage energy infrastructure before winter

Russia attacks Ukraine's power grid as Moscow worries over US Tomahawk missiles
Business|Economy|Political|World

China vows to stand firm against Trump's tariff threat. He urges Beijing to be less confrontational

President Donald Trump says China should take a less confrontational approach to his threatened new tariffs, but he's not retreating from his demands

China vows to stand firm against Trump's tariff threat. He urges Beijing to be less confrontational
Business|Economy|Political|World

How the shutdown has become a political stress test as tempers flare and the stakes rise

How the shutdown has become a political stress test as tempers flare and the stakes rise

How the shutdown has become a political stress test as tempers flare and the stakes rise
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

Vance says ACA credits fuel fraud as Democrats push for extension to end shutdown

Vice President JD Vance criticized Affordable Care Act tax credits on Sunday, labeling them vehicles for fraud and calling for regulatory reform,

Vance says ACA credits fuel fraud as Democrats push for extension to end shutdown
MidEast|Political|World

Palestinian Authority ready to help Trump's Gaza effort succeed, says official

The Palestinian Authority is ready to work with U.S.

Palestinian Authority ready to help Trump's Gaza effort succeed, says official
Europe|Political|Travel|World

EU begins gradual rollout of digital border system

European Union member countries began rolling out a new entry and exit system on Sunday at the bloc’s external borders, electronically registering non-EU nationals' data.

EU begins gradual rollout of digital border system
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Protesters rally against North Carolina's death penalty, offering alternative solutions

Protesters rally against North Carolina's death penalty, offering alternative solutions

Protesters rally against North Carolina's death penalty, offering alternative solutions
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy discussed strengthening Kyiv's air defence with Trump

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he has spoken with U.S.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy discussed strengthening Kyiv's air defence with Trump
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas asserts control in Gaza and targets alleged collaborators as ceasefire takes hold

Hamas asserts control in Gaza and targets alleged collaborators as ceasefire takes hold

Hamas asserts control in Gaza and targets alleged collaborators as ceasefire takes hold
Europe|MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Pro-Palestinian protesters march to stadium before Norway's 5-0 World Cup qualifying win over Israel

Pro-Palestinian protesters lit flares and waved flags as they marched to the stadium ahead of Norway's 5-0 World Cup qualifying win over Israel in Oslo

Pro-Palestinian protesters march to stadium before Norway's 5-0 World Cup qualifying win over Israel
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Dozens killed in Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes, border closed

Dozens of fighters were killed in overnight border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, both sides said on Sunday, in the most serious fighting between the

Dozens killed in Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes, border closed
MidEast|Political|World

When Biden visited Israel, wounds were fresh and tension was mounting. Two years later, Trump arrives with prospect of peace

When Biden visited Israel, wounds were fresh and tension was mounting. Two years later, Trump arrives with prospect of peace

When Biden visited Israel, wounds were fresh and tension was mounting. Two years later, Trump arrives with prospect of peace
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

China warns US of countermeasures if Trump doesn’t walk back 100% tariff threat

China warns US of countermeasures if Trump doesn’t walk back 100% tariff threat

China warns US of countermeasures if Trump doesn’t walk back 100% tariff threat
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump says administration has ‘identified funds’ to pay troops next week

Trump says administration has ‘identified funds’ to pay troops next week

Trump says administration has ‘identified funds’ to pay troops next week
Crime|Health|Political|US|World

Feeling hopeless in custody, many drop claims to remain in the US, leave voluntarily

His health declined at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center in Tacoma, Washington

Feeling hopeless in custody, many drop claims to remain in the US, leave voluntarily
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Estonia closes road through Russian territory due to presence of Russian troops

Estonia has temporarily closed a road that passes through Russian territory after reports of Russian soldiers standing there

Estonia closes road through Russian territory due to presence of Russian troops
Asia|Crime|Political|World

A Myanmar town lies in shambles as both sides in civil war vie for control

Kyaukme, a once-thriving town in Myanmar’s Shan State, is in shambles, targeted by both sides in the Southeast Asian country’s bitter civil war because of its strategic location at a key junction on the trading route to China

A Myanmar town lies in shambles as both sides in civil war vie for control
Economy|Political|World

Partisan shutdown standoff ignores key risk to US stability: rising national debt

The ongoing shutdown debate between Democrats and President Donald Trump's Republicans is largely avoiding the difficult fiscal issues clouding the country's

Partisan shutdown standoff ignores key risk to US stability: rising national debt
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin warns the West over 'dramatic' escalation moment in Ukraine war

The Kremlin said on Sunday Russia was deeply concerned about the possibility of the U.S. supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, warning that the war had reached a dramatic moment

Kremlin warns the West over 'dramatic' escalation moment in Ukraine war
Business|Economy|Political|World

UK's Reeves plans to build bigger budget buffer - Telegraph

British finance minister Rachel Reeves plans to build up a bigger buffer against her main fiscal rule at next month's budget in an effort to better insulate government finances from

UK's Reeves plans to build bigger budget buffer - Telegraph
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump says inflation is 'defeated' and the Fed has cut rates, yet prices remain too high for many

Inflation has risen in three of the last four months and is slightly higher than it was a year ago

Trump says inflation is 'defeated' and the Fed has cut rates, yet prices remain too high for many
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Rainbows but also clouds as NC town hosts Pride Fest amid Trump administration's anti-trans push

The sound of hymns clashed with drums as thousands gathered for Pride Fest in Wake Forest, North Carolina

Rainbows but also clouds as NC town hosts Pride Fest amid Trump administration's anti-trans push
Africa|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Palestinians return to ruins and US expects hostages freed on Monday as Gaza ceasefire holds

Tens of thousands of displaced Palestinians are returning to neighborhoods in Gaza as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is in its second day

Palestinians return to ruins and US expects hostages freed on Monday as Gaza ceasefire holds
Asia|Political|World

China, North Korea to strengthen strategic cooperation, KCNA says

China says it is ready to develop its relationship with North Korea to strengthen strategic cooperation in international and regional affairs, North Korea's state media

China, North Korea to strengthen strategic cooperation, KCNA says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US intelligence helps Ukraine target Russian energy infrastructure, FT reports

The U.S. has been helping Ukraine mount long-range strikes on Russian energy facilities for months in a joint effort to weaken the economy and force President Vladimir Putin to the

US intelligence helps Ukraine target Russian energy infrastructure, FT reports
Asia|Environment|Political|World

Philippines, China trade accusations over South China Sea vessel clash

The Philippines and China accused each other on Sunday of responsibility for a maritime confrontation near disputed islands in the South China Sea, further escalating

Philippines, China trade accusations over South China Sea vessel clash
MidEast|Political|World

Gazans stream back home as Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds

Thousands of Palestinians streamed north along the coast of Gaza on Saturday, trekking by foot, car, and cart back to their abandoned homes as a ceasefire between Israel and

Gazans stream back home as Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds
Arts|Australia|Business|MidEast|Political|World

Australia pro-Palestinian rally draws tens of thousands, scepticism on ceasefire

Tens of thousands joined a pro-Palestinian rally in Sydney on Sunday, organisers said, one of dozens of demonstrations across Australia, with some protesters expressing scepticism a

Australia pro-Palestinian rally draws tens of thousands, scepticism on ceasefire
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Opposition leader Patrick Herminie wins presidential runoff election in Seychelles

Official results show that opposition leader Patrick Herminie has won the presidential election in Seychelles, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in Saturday’s runoff vote

Opposition leader Patrick Herminie wins presidential runoff election in Seychelles
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political

Democrat Helena Moreno wins New Orleans' mayoral race

New Orleans city councilmember Helena Moreno is the city's next mayor

Democrat Helena Moreno wins New Orleans' mayoral race
Africa|Political|World

Egypt to convene global leaders, including Trump, in Sharm el-Sheikh on Gaza war agreement

Egypt will host an international summit in the Red Sea resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh on Monday to finalise an agreement aimed at ending the war in Gaza, an Egyptian presidential

Egypt to convene global leaders, including Trump, in Sharm el-Sheikh on Gaza war agreement
Crime|Political|World

Trump's indictment of New York attorney general Letitia James stirs concerns for Black women leaders

The indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James on allegations of mortgage fraud has raised alarms among her allies and Black leaders, who condemned it as a politicization of the justice system for President Donald Trump's personal grievances

Trump's indictment of New York attorney general Letitia James stirs concerns for Black women leaders
Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer to attend Middle East peace summit in Egypt

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will travel to Egypt to attend the Sharm El Sheikh Peace Summit, where leaders are expected to sign a U.S.-brokered peace agreement aimed at

UK PM Starmer to attend Middle East peace summit in Egypt
Political|US|World

Trump directs the Pentagon to use 'all available funds' to ensure troops are paid despite shutdown

President Donald Trump says he's directed the Defense Department to use “all available funds” to ensure that U.S. troops are paid on Wednesday despite the government shutdown

Trump directs the Pentagon to use 'all available funds' to ensure troops are paid despite shutdown
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

What we know about the fraud case against New York attorney general Letitia James

New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted by a federal grand jury Thursday on mortgage fraud charges

What we know about the fraud case against New York attorney general Letitia James
Crime|Political|US|World

Court: National Guard troops sent to Illinois by Trump can stay but can’t be deployed for now

National Guard troops sent to Illinois by President Donald Trump can stay in the state and under federal control, but can’t be deployed to protect federal property or go on patrol for now, an appeals court ruled Saturday

Court: National Guard troops sent to Illinois by Trump can stay but can’t be deployed for now
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Between grief and joy, Israel awaits the return of its hostages

Between grief and joy, Israel awaits the return of its hostages

Between grief and joy, Israel awaits the return of its hostages
Crime|Political|US|World

Federal prosecutors meeting this weekend to finalize potential Bolton indictment

Federal prosecutors meeting this weekend to finalize potential Bolton indictment

Federal prosecutors meeting this weekend to finalize potential Bolton indictment
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Havana slams US over charges Cuban troops are fighting in Ukraine

Cuba's Foreign Ministry on Saturday said U.S. claims that its troops were fighting in Ukraine were unfounded, and released for the first time information on legal

Havana slams US over charges Cuban troops are fighting in Ukraine
MidEast|Political|World

Iran dismisses Trump's suggestion of normalising ties with Israel as 'wishful thinking'

Iran described on Saturday the possibility, suggested by U.S. President Donald Trump, that it could normalise relations with Israel as "wishful thinking."

Iran dismisses Trump's suggestion of normalising ties with Israel as 'wishful thinking'
Africa|Political|World

Madagascar PM urges dialogue and unity after soldiers join protesters

Madagascar's prime minister called for calm and unity on Saturday, hours after some soldiers joined youth protesters, escorting them as they entered Antananarivo’s May 13

Madagascar PM urges dialogue and unity after soldiers join protesters
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

GOP leaders steadfast in shutdown stance despite rising pressure inside party

GOP leaders steadfast in shutdown stance despite rising pressure inside party

GOP leaders steadfast in shutdown stance despite rising pressure inside party
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Longtime activist remembers the movie theater police raid that birthed Atlanta's LGBTQ movement

Longtime activist remembers the movie theater police raid that birthed Atlanta's LGBTQ movement

Longtime activist remembers the movie theater police raid that birthed Atlanta's LGBTQ movement
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Science

‘The damage is beyond repair’: The CDC is facing another round of deep staff cuts

‘The damage is beyond repair’: The CDC is facing another round of deep staff cuts

‘The damage is beyond repair’: The CDC is facing another round of deep staff cuts
MidEast|Political|World

Trusting Trump: Why Hamas gambled on giving up Gaza hostages

Hamas has called Donald Trump a racist, a "recipe for chaos" and a man with

Trusting Trump: Why Hamas gambled on giving up Gaza hostages
Health|Political

Biden is receiving radiation and hormone therapy to treat his prostate cancer

Former President Joe Biden's treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer has entered a new phase

Biden is receiving radiation and hormone therapy to treat his prostate cancer
Health|Political

Former US President Biden undergoing radiation therapy for cancer, spokesperson says

Former U.S. President Joe Biden is receiving radiation therapy for his prostate cancer diagnosed in May, a spokesperson for him said on Saturday. 

Former US President Biden undergoing radiation therapy for cancer, spokesperson says
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Drone footage above Gaza City shows the toll of 2 years of war

New drone footage shows what remains of Gaza City after two years of war as a ceasefire holds in its second day

Drone footage above Gaza City shows the toll of 2 years of war
Business|Economy|Political|US

CNN to host town hall with Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

CNN to host town hall with Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

CNN to host town hall with Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Health|Political|Science

Biden starts radiation therapy for aggressive form of prostate cancer

Biden starts radiation therapy for aggressive form of prostate cancer

Biden starts radiation therapy for aggressive form of prostate cancer
Economy|Europe|Political|World

France's re-appointed prime minister Lecornu calls for calm amid political chaos

France’s newly re-appointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu acknowledged that he might be able to stay in his job long given the country's deep political divides

France's re-appointed prime minister Lecornu calls for calm amid political chaos
Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea displays new long-range missile at a military parade celebrating Kim Jong Un

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has showcased his military's most powerful weapons at a massive parade attended by foreign leaders

North Korea displays new long-range missile at a military parade celebrating Kim Jong Un
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Power restored to 800,000 in Kyiv after major Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy grid

Power has been restored to over 800,000 residents in Kyiv, a day after Russia launched major attacks on Ukraine's power grid, causing widespread blackouts

Power restored to 800,000 in Kyiv after major Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy grid
Economy|Europe|Political|World

French PM urges end to 'ridiculous spectacle' as budget deadline looms

Reappointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu on Saturday urged France's political parties to work together to put an end to the "ridiculous

French PM urges end to 'ridiculous spectacle' as budget deadline looms
Europe|Political|US|World

Obama’s warnings about democracy fading sound increasingly directed toward the US

Obama’s warnings about democracy fading sound increasingly directed toward the US

Obama’s warnings about democracy fading sound increasingly directed toward the US
Political|Science|Technology|World

As its ruling party turns 80, an emboldened Kim Jong Un shows off North Korea’s new hypersonic weapon, ICBM

As its ruling party turns 80, an emboldened Kim Jong Un shows off North Korea’s new hypersonic weapon, ICBM

As its ruling party turns 80, an emboldened Kim Jong Un shows off North Korea’s new hypersonic weapon, ICBM
Europe|Political|World

French PM Lecornu, Macron's 'soldier monk', steels himself for budget battle

When Sebastien Lecornu gave his first prime-time TV interview hours after resigning as French prime minister on Wednesday, he cast himself as a "soldier monk" — a man

French PM Lecornu, Macron's 'soldier monk', steels himself for budget battle
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Michelle Obama's Girls Opportunity Alliance pledges $2.5 million for grassroots education for girls

Former first lady Michelle Obama is putting new force behind efforts to ensure girls overcome educational barriers in some of the world’s most economically disadvantaged areas

Michelle Obama's Girls Opportunity Alliance pledges $2.5 million for grassroots education for girls
Europe|Health|Political|World

Melania Trump says she has an ‘open channel’ to Putin on Ukrainian children, and some have been reunited with family

Melania Trump says she has an ‘open channel’ to Putin on Ukrainian children, and some have been reunited with family

Melania Trump says she has an ‘open channel’ to Putin on Ukrainian children, and some have been reunited with family
Americas|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Chicago ICE crackdown's first casualty, a father of two, had built a quiet life in the US

When Silverio Villegas Gonzalez was 12 minutes late for his shift at Tom & Jerry's Gyros, a diner on Chicago's northwest side, his

Chicago ICE crackdown's first casualty, a father of two, had built a quiet life in the US
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

White House lays off thousands of US government workers, blaming shutdown

President Donald Trump on Friday blamed Democrats for his decision to lay off thousands of workers across the

White House lays off thousands of US government workers, blaming shutdown
Arts|Education|Political|World

Battle lines drawn over Confederate tribute at Georgia's Stone Mountain

The heroic images of three Confederate leaders carved into the granite face of Georgia's Stone Mountain have towered over the countryside outside Atlanta since the

Battle lines drawn over Confederate tribute at Georgia's Stone Mountain
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU need for 'digital sovereignty' does not mean protectionism, German minister says

Europe needs to build up its own digital infrastructure to reduce dependence on U.S. providers, but that does not mean turning away from them completely, Germany's digital minister

EU need for 'digital sovereignty' does not mean protectionism, German minister says
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump's Arab American backers hail Gaza deal but worry it won't hold

Lifelong Democrat Samra'a Luqman became a vocal backer of Donald Trump in 2024, helping to rally support for him among the pivotal Arab American

Trump's Arab American backers hail Gaza deal but worry it won't hold
Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

Political violence: What can happen when First Amendment free speech meets Second Amendment gun rights

Political violence, made easier to carry out by the proliferation of guns, harms democracy by shifting the field of political disagreement from debate to aggression.

Political violence: What can happen when First Amendment free speech meets Second Amendment gun rights
Environment|Political

A sacred lake, a Columbus statue, and an Indigenous people's long struggle for land

Before white settlers came to Onondaga Lake and the city of Syracuse grew along its shore, it was a sacred place for the Onondaga Nation

A sacred lake, a Columbus statue, and an Indigenous people's long struggle for land
Health|Political|World

Trump remains in 'exceptional health,' doctor says

U.S.

Trump remains in 'exceptional health,' doctor says
Political|Science|Technology|World

North Korea holds military parade, shows off new intercontinental missile

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a large military parade displaying its new intercontinental ballistic missile in front of visiting international

North Korea holds military parade, shows off new intercontinental missile
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Morocco's king urges speedy reforms to boost jobs, rural development

King Mohammed VI of Morocco on Friday called for accelerating reforms to create jobs for young people, improve public services, and reduce regional inequalities by giving greater

Morocco's king urges speedy reforms to boost jobs, rural development
Asia|Political|World

North Korea, Vietnam agree to cooperate on defence, other fields, KCNA says

North Korea and Vietnam signed cooperation agreements in fields including their defence, foreign and health ministries, North Korean state media KCNA said on Saturday.

North Korea, Vietnam agree to cooperate on defence, other fields, KCNA says
Political|World

Gazans trek to ruined homes as Israeli forces pull back under ceasefire

Thousands of displaced Palestinians trekked over the wastelands of Gaza to return to the ruins of their abandoned homes on Friday

Gazans trek to ruined homes as Israeli forces pull back under ceasefire
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|MidEast|Political|US|World

Activist Laura Loomer blasts Pentagon over planned Qatar military facility in Idaho

Far-right activist Laura Loomer slammed President Donald Trump's administration on Friday over its deepening defense ties with Qatar and made false accusations

Activist Laura Loomer blasts Pentagon over planned Qatar military facility in Idaho
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Power being restored after Russian attack plunges thousands in Kyiv into darkness

Emergency crews restored power to many parts of Ukraine

Power being restored after Russian attack plunges thousands in Kyiv into darkness
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel rejects freeing from prison the most popular Palestinian leader

The most popular and potentially unifying Palestinian leader — Marwan Barghouti — is not among the prisoners Israel intends to free in exchange for hostages held by Hamas under the new Gaza ceasefire deal

Israel rejects freeing from prison the most popular Palestinian leader
Asia|Crime|Political|World

China issues bounty for Taiwan PsyOps unit for 'separatism'

Chinese police on Saturday offered rewards of $1,400 for information about 18 people it said were Taiwanese military psychological operations officers spreading "separatist"

China issues bounty for Taiwan PsyOps unit for 'separatism'
Americas|Economy|Political|World

A look at how Venezuelans in the US are reacting to Maria Corina Machado's Nobel Prize win

Venezuelans in the U.S. are welcoming the news that opposition leader leader Maria Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Price

A look at how Venezuelans in the US are reacting to Maria Corina Machado's Nobel Prize win
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Arrest made in Alabama capital city shooting that left 2 dead and 12 injured last weekend

A juvenile male has been arrested for his role in a shooting that killed two people and injured 12 others in Montgomery, Alabama

Arrest made in Alabama capital city shooting that left 2 dead and 12 injured last weekend
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US threatens visa restrictions, sanctions against UN members that back IMO emissions plan

The United States on Friday threatened to use visa restrictions and sanctions to retaliate against nations that vote in favor of a plan put forward by a United Nations agency to reduce

US threatens visa restrictions, sanctions against UN members that back IMO emissions plan
Election|Political|World

ASEAN to discuss Myanmar election observers at October summit

Myanmar's junta has invited the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to send observers for planned year-end elections, and the bloc will discuss the request during a

ASEAN to discuss Myanmar election observers at October summit
Europe|Political|World

Trump speaks with Nobel Peace Prize winner Machado after his administration denounced the decision to award it to her

Trump speaks with Nobel Peace Prize winner Machado after his administration denounced the decision to award it to her

Trump speaks with Nobel Peace Prize winner Machado after his administration denounced the decision to award it to her
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump received Covid vaccine and flu shot during second physical of the year

Trump received Covid vaccine and flu shot during second physical of the year

Trump received Covid vaccine and flu shot during second physical of the year
Education|Political|US|World

Chicago ICE raids, National Guard troops prompt new school leaflets: ‘Know your rights’

On a chilly morning outside Nash Elementary School in a working-class Chicago neighborhood, teachers greeted students with the usual high-fives and hugs, while

Chicago ICE raids, National Guard troops prompt new school leaflets: ‘Know your rights’
Health|Political|US|World

Trump, 79, has "cardiac age" of 65-year-old, doctor says

Donald Trump was found to be in "exceptional health" in a medical evaluation, the U.S. president's doctor said in a memo

Trump, 79, has "cardiac age" of 65-year-old, doctor says
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Trump threatens China with export controls on Boeing parts

The United States could impose export controls on Boeing plane parts as part of Washington's response to Chinese export limits on rare earth

Trump threatens China with export controls on Boeing parts
MidEast|Political|World

Pentagon will build a training facility for Qatari pilots in Idaho

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the U.S. military is moving forward with plans to build a dedicated facility in Idaho to train pilots from Qatar, an important U.S. ally in the Middle East

Pentagon will build a training facility for Qatari pilots in Idaho
Health|Political|World

The Latest: Budget office says ‘substantial’ firings of federal workers have started

The White House budget office said Friday that mass firings of federal workers have started in an attempt to exert more pressure on Democratic lawmakers as the government shutdown continues

The Latest: Budget office says ‘substantial’ firings of federal workers have started
MidEast|Political|World

Thousands of Palestinians return to what's left of their homes as Gaza ceasefire takes effect

Tens of thousands of Palestinians headed back to the heavily destroyed northern Gaza Strip as a U.S.-brokered ceasefire came into effect on Friday

Thousands of Palestinians return to what's left of their homes as Gaza ceasefire takes effect
Africa|Business|Election|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Zohran Mamdani opens the door to praising Trump for Israel-Hamas deal

Zohran Mamdani opens the door to praising Trump for Israel-Hamas deal

Zohran Mamdani opens the door to praising Trump for Israel-Hamas deal
Crime|Political|US|World

UN Security Council members voice concern about US-Venezuela tensions

U.N.

UN Security Council members voice concern about US-Venezuela tensions
Crime|Election|Political|US

Letitia James sees a record fundraising surge and Democratic support after indictment

Letitia James sees a record fundraising surge and Democratic support after indictment

Letitia James sees a record fundraising surge and Democratic support after indictment
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Trump announces deal with AstraZeneca aimed at lowering drug prices

Trump announces deal with AstraZeneca aimed at lowering drug prices

Trump announces deal with AstraZeneca aimed at lowering drug prices
Economy|Education|Health|Political

WIC food program receives $300M to keep running during government shutdown

The Trump administration has provided a $300 million infusion to a food aid program for low-income mothers and children, easing concerns about funding during the government shutdown

WIC food program receives $300M to keep running during government shutdown
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Katie Porter pushes back. After disastrous week ex-US Rep rallies support in California governor run

Katie Porter is fighting back

Katie Porter pushes back. After disastrous week ex-US Rep rallies support in California governor run
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Maine Gov. Janet Mills will challenge Sen. Susan Collins in key 2026 Senate contest, AP sources say

Maine’s two-term Democratic Gov. Janet Mills will run for the U.S. Senate seat held by veteran Republican Sen. Susan Collins next year

Maine Gov. Janet Mills will challenge Sen. Susan Collins in key 2026 Senate contest, AP sources say
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Firings of federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in government shutdown

Mass firings of federal workers have begun

Firings of federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in government shutdown
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Why French PM faces immediate budget challenge

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, freshly reappointed late on Friday days after resigning, faces an immediate test to deliver a 2026 budget bill by Monday to

Why French PM faces immediate budget challenge
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Peru's new leader readies cabinet to quell anger as elections loom

Peruvian President Jose Jeri scrambled to assemble a new government after taking office on Friday, looking to tap names that can help calm widespread public anger over

Peru's new leader readies cabinet to quell anger as elections loom
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Trump says he spoke with Machado after White House criticizes Nobel snub

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Trump says he spoke with Machado after White House criticizes Nobel snub
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Trump threatens tech export limits, new 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting Nov. 1 or sooner

President Donald Trump says he hasn't canceled a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping planned for late October in South Korea after earlier expressing anger about export controls China has placed on rare earths

Trump threatens tech export limits, new 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting Nov. 1 or sooner
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Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuela’s María Corina Machado for keeping ‘the flame of democracy burning’

Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuela’s María Corina Machado for keeping ‘the flame of democracy burning’

Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuela’s María Corina Machado for keeping ‘the flame of democracy burning’
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The Latest: Tens of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza return north as ceasefire takes effect

Tens of thousands of Palestinians are starting to walk north to return to their homes after the Israeli military said the ceasefire agreement with Hamas came into effect at noon local time and that troops were withdrawing to the agreed-upon deployment lines

The Latest: Tens of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza return north as ceasefire takes effect
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US announces it will allow Qatar to build an Air Force facility in Idaho

US announces it will allow Qatar to build an Air Force facility in Idaho

US announces it will allow Qatar to build an Air Force facility in Idaho
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National Guard stands down in Illinois while troops patrol in Memphis with local police

National Guard troops are patrolling in Memphis for the first time, as part of President Donald Trump’s federal task force

National Guard stands down in Illinois while troops patrol in Memphis with local police
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AstraZeneca agrees to lower drug prices for Medicaid under Trump administration deal

AstraZeneca has agreed to lower prescription drug costs for Medicaid under a deal with the Trump administration

AstraZeneca agrees to lower drug prices for Medicaid under Trump administration deal
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US will impose additional 100% tariff on Chinese imports from November, Trump says

The United States of America will slap an additional 100% tariff on imports from China and impose export controls on all critical U.S.-made software from November 1, President Donald Trump

US will impose additional 100% tariff on Chinese imports from November, Trump says
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Reactions to Macron's move to rename Lecornu prime minister

President Emmanuel Macron reappointed Sebastien Lecornu as prime minister on Friday, just four days after he had resigned from the role, searching for a way out of France's worst

Reactions to Macron's move to rename Lecornu prime minister
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Investors react to Trump's massive increase in China tariffs​

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Investors react to Trump's massive increase in China tariffs​
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Trump, AstraZeneca announce US drug pricing deal at White House

President Donald Trump unveiled a deal with UK-based drugmaker AstraZeneca on Friday under which the company will sell some medicines at a

Trump, AstraZeneca announce US drug pricing deal at White House
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Trump officials not giving up on deporting Abrego Garcia to African nations despite resistance

The Trump administration is pushing again to deport a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador

Trump officials not giving up on deporting Abrego Garcia to African nations despite resistance
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Hamas, Palestinian factions reject any ‘foreign guardianship' over Gaza

Hamas, Islamic Jihad, and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine rejected in a joint statement on Friday any "foreign guardianship" over Gaza, stressing that its governance

Hamas, Palestinian factions reject any ‘foreign guardianship' over Gaza
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Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado revived Venezuela's opposition

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, a 58-year-old industrial engineer, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday.

Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado revived Venezuela's opposition
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Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado wins the Nobel Peace Prize

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has won the Nobel Peace Prize

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado wins the Nobel Peace Prize
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With flattery and warnings, Russia tries to revive 'spirit of Alaska' with US

Two months after a smiling Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin shook hands at a military base in Alaska in what looked like the start of a U.S.-Russia rapprochement, a

With flattery and warnings, Russia tries to revive 'spirit of Alaska' with US
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Back to the future as France's Macron reappoints Lecornu as PM

French President Emmanuel Macron reappointed Sebastien Lecornu as prime minister on Friday just days after he quit the job, a move that enraged some of the

Back to the future as France's Macron reappoints Lecornu as PM
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What to know about the Letitia James case and what happens next

What to know about the Letitia James case and what happens next

What to know about the Letitia James case and what happens next
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Federal judge rules Trump administration cannot put conditions on domestic violence grants

A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration cannot put conditions on grants that fund efforts to combat domestic violence or provide access to abortion resources

Federal judge rules Trump administration cannot put conditions on domestic violence grants
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Peru wakes up to 7th president in less than a decade after President Boluarte ousted by Congress

Peruvians woke up to their seventh president in less than a decade Friday

Peru wakes up to 7th president in less than a decade after President Boluarte ousted by Congress
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In shock move, French president reappoints prime minister who quit Monday

In shock move, French president reappoints prime minister who quit Monday

In shock move, French president reappoints prime minister who quit Monday
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France's Macron asks newly resigned Prime Minister Lecornu to try again to form a government

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday re-appointed Sebastien Lecornu as prime minister, just days after his resignation, to try again to form a government in a bid to end the country’s political deadlock

France's Macron asks newly resigned Prime Minister Lecornu to try again to form a government
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Zelenskiy says Russia waited for bad weather for attack on energy sites

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday that Russia deliberately waited for bad weather before staging a vast attack on Ukraine's energy system, adding the conditions reduced

Zelenskiy says Russia waited for bad weather for attack on energy sites
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Many unresolved questions remain as a ceasefire begins in Gaza

A ceasefire has taken effect in Gaza under a breakthrough deal

Many unresolved questions remain as a ceasefire begins in Gaza
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Venezuela's opposition leader Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize, dedicates to Trump

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado won the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for fighting dictatorship in the country and dedicated the

Venezuela's opposition leader Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize, dedicates to Trump
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MIT president says she 'cannot support' proposal to adopt Trump priorities for funding benefits

MIT's president said she “cannot support” a White House proposal that asks MIT and eight other universities to adopt President Donald Trump’s political agenda in exchange for favorable access to federal funding

MIT president says she 'cannot support' proposal to adopt Trump priorities for funding benefits
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Air traffic controllers who duck unpaid work during the gov't shutdown could be fired, Duffy warns

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says he understands the frustrations and worries of air traffic controllers who have to work without a paycheck during the government shutdown, but he and the union that represents controllers are also now emphasizing that calling out sick in protest could cost them their jobs

Air traffic controllers who duck unpaid work during the gov't shutdown could be fired, Duffy warns
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Speaker Johnson keeps House lawmakers away, canceling another week's session as shutdown drags

House members' absence during the government shutdown is creating a political dilemma for Speaker Mike Johnson

Speaker Johnson keeps House lawmakers away, canceling another week's session as shutdown drags
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Dutch far-right politician Wilders fears he may have been a target of Belgian attack plotters

Dutch far right politician Geert Wilders says he’s suspending campaigning for national elections later this month amid reports that he was a possible target of a suspected plot in Belgium to kill politicians using a drone carrying explosives

Dutch far-right politician Wilders fears he may have been a target of Belgian attack plotters
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Conservative influencer Benny Johnson accuses Democratic Party of violence as Pam Bondi announces arrest in his death threat

Conservative influencer Benny Johnson accuses Democratic Party of violence as Pam Bondi announces arrest in his death threat

Conservative influencer Benny Johnson accuses Democratic Party of violence as Pam Bondi announces arrest in his death threat
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Pentagon orders ‘white glove’ treatment for those returning to military service after Covid-19 vaccine refusal

Pentagon orders ‘white glove’ treatment for those returning to military service after Covid-19 vaccine refusal

Pentagon orders ‘white glove’ treatment for those returning to military service after Covid-19 vaccine refusal
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Sources: New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted in federal court

New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted in federal court on Thursday as President Donald Trump’s Justice Department continues to pursue charges against his political opponents, two sources familiar with the matter told CNN.

Sources: New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted in federal court
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Melania Trump says some children caught in Ukraine war returned to families after talks with Putin

U.S. first lady Melania Trump said she had secured an open line of communication with Russian President Vladimir Putin about repatriating Ukrainian children caught

Melania Trump says some children caught in Ukraine war returned to families after talks with Putin
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Boluarte joins long list of Peru's fleeting presidents

Dina Boluarte's dramatic midnight removal on Friday makes her the sixth consecutive president in Peru to fail to complete a full term in office.

Boluarte joins long list of Peru's fleeting presidents
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Madagascar prime minister condemns excessive use of force during protests

Madagascar's newly appointed prime minister, General Ruphin Fortunat Zafisambo, condemned on Friday what he said was "excessive use of force" by both security personnel and

Madagascar prime minister condemns excessive use of force during protests
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Michelle Bolsonaro tamps down talk of 2026 Brazil run as husband awaits prison

Michelle Bolsonaro is waving off speculation that she is ready to run for office in place of her husband, former right-wing President Jair Bolsonaro, after he

Michelle Bolsonaro tamps down talk of 2026 Brazil run as husband awaits prison
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Peru Congress ousts president, successor vows 'war on crime'

Peru's lawmakers swore in Congress chief Jose Jeri as the country's new president less than an hour after unanimously voting to remove President Dina

Peru Congress ousts president, successor vows 'war on crime'
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Putin praises Trump's peace efforts despite failing to win the Nobel prize

Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace efforts, despite not winning a Nobel prize, and voiced hope for securing an agreement to extend a pivotal nuclear arms pact with Washington for another year

Putin praises Trump's peace efforts despite failing to win the Nobel prize
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North Korea stages military parade after Kim boasts of rising global standing

North Korea appears to have staged a military parade in its capital Pyongyang to mark the 80th anniversary of the creation of its ruling Workers' Party,

North Korea stages military parade after Kim boasts of rising global standing
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Burkina Faso refuses to receive foreigners deported from US

Burkina Faso has said it rejected a proposal by the United States to take in foreigners being deported as part of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.

Burkina Faso refuses to receive foreigners deported from US
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Brazil unveils new housing credit model, freeing up $6.7 billion for new loans

Brazil's government on Friday announced a new real estate funding framework that loosens rules on the mandatory allocation of bank resources to the sector, releasing 36.9 billion

Brazil unveils new housing credit model, freeing up $6.7 billion for new loans
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Melania Trump says 8 kids displaced by Russia-Ukraine war reunite with families after Putin talks

First lady Melania Trump says eight children displaced by the Russia-Ukraine war have been reunited with their families after ongoing talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin

Melania Trump says 8 kids displaced by Russia-Ukraine war reunite with families after Putin talks
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Maine Gov. Janet Mills set to challenge Susan Collins for US Senate seat

Maine Gov. Janet Mills set to challenge Susan Collins for US Senate seat

Maine Gov. Janet Mills set to challenge Susan Collins for US Senate seat
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Afghan man found guilty of threat to kill Reform UK leader Farage in TikTok video

An Afghan national was on Friday found guilty of making a threat in a TikTok video to kill Nigel Farage, the leader of the populist Reform UK party which leads opinion polls in

Afghan man found guilty of threat to kill Reform UK leader Farage in TikTok video
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Canada-US sectoral deals likely to persist even if USMCA is revised, Carney says

The specific deals that Canada is negotiating with the U.S. in key sectors such as steel, aluminum and autos are likely to persist even if the United States-Canada-Mexico trade deal

Canada-US sectoral deals likely to persist even if USMCA is revised, Carney says
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Black people rallying around Bad Bunny and the Super Bowl stands in stark contrast to their feelings about the election

Black people rallying around Bad Bunny and the Super Bowl stands in stark contrast to their feelings about the election

Black people rallying around Bad Bunny and the Super Bowl stands in stark contrast to their feelings about the election
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Trump's fresh tariff threats knock Europe stocks to weekly loss in last-minute slide

European shares tanked on Friday, erasing weekly gains in a last-minute slide as renewed trade war fears sparked by fresh threats from U.S.

Trump's fresh tariff threats knock Europe stocks to weekly loss in last-minute slide
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Foster parents lose license after refusing to sign gender affirming policy

Foster parents lose license after refusing to sign gender affirming policy

Foster parents lose license after refusing to sign gender affirming policy
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Nobel pick reinforces need for Venezuela's democratic transition, says Human Rights Watch

The choice of Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado for the Nobel Peace Prize reinforces the need for a democratic transition in Venezuela, Human Rights Watch said on

Nobel pick reinforces need for Venezuela's democratic transition, says Human Rights Watch
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Zelenskiy says he discussed frozen Russian assets with ECB President Lagarde

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday he had discussed "fair use" of frozen Russian assets with European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde.

Zelenskiy says he discussed frozen Russian assets with ECB President Lagarde
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Putin says 'no big deal' for Russia if US declines to extend nuclear warhead limits

President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that Russia was developing new strategic weapons and it would not be critical for Moscow if the United States declined to extend the warhead

Putin says 'no big deal' for Russia if US declines to extend nuclear warhead limits
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Gazans' joy tempered by shock as they eye remnants of homes after ceasefire

As thousands of Gazans began picking through the ruins of their shattered homes on Friday after a ceasefire deal, the excitement of return was quickly

Gazans' joy tempered by shock as they eye remnants of homes after ceasefire
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Mike Greenwell, longtime Red Sox outfielder who finished second in 1988 MVP voting, dies at 62

Mike Greenwell, an outfielder who played 12 seasons with the Boston Red Sox and finished second in the 1988 American League MVP voting, has died

Mike Greenwell, longtime Red Sox outfielder who finished second in 1988 MVP voting, dies at 62
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Twin brothers, childhood friends and IDF soldiers: Who are the hostages still held in Gaza?

Twin brothers, childhood friends and IDF soldiers: Who are the hostages still held in Gaza?

Twin brothers, childhood friends and IDF soldiers: Who are the hostages still held in Gaza?
Asia|Crime|Political|World

The Taliban government blames Pakistan for a strike on Kabul

The Taliban government accuses Pakistan of bombing Kabul and a market in eastern Afghanistan

The Taliban government blames Pakistan for a strike on Kabul
Health|Political|World

Cindy McCain suffers a mild stroke and will take leave from World Food Program while recovering

Cindy McCain has suffered a mild stroke this week and is said to be recovering well

Cindy McCain suffers a mild stroke and will take leave from World Food Program while recovering
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Here’s what Aziz Ansari can do with his Riyadh Comedy Festival money

Here’s what Aziz Ansari can do with his Riyadh Comedy Festival money

Here’s what Aziz Ansari can do with his Riyadh Comedy Festival money
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A history of President Trump's legal battles with New York Attorney General Letitia James

New York Attorney General Letitia James and President Donald Trump have long found themselves as legal and political foes

A history of President Trump's legal battles with New York Attorney General Letitia James
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Poland offers help as Ukraine reels from Russian attacks on energy infrastructure

Generators, extra electricity supplies and an LNG terminal are at Ukraine's disposal, Polish foreign minister Radoslaw Sikorski said on Friday, as Russia continues to attack Kyiv's

Poland offers help as Ukraine reels from Russian attacks on energy infrastructure
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Japan ruling party outlook darkens after coalition partner quits

Japan's Komeito quit the ruling coalition on Friday, dealing a blow to new Liberal Democratic Party leader Sanae Takaichi's premiership bid and potentially to her party's grip on

Japan ruling party outlook darkens after coalition partner quits
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Israel declares Hamas defeated 'every place we fought them' as ceasefire begins

Hamas is no longer the militant group whose invasion of Israel triggered the two-year war in Gaza, the Israeli military spokesperson said on Friday at the start of a ceasefire with the

Israel declares Hamas defeated 'every place we fought them' as ceasefire begins
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US awards $4.5 billion in border wall contracts, DHS says

The federal government has awarded 10 construction contracts worth $4.5 billion that will add 230 miles of barrier along the southwest U.S. border, the Department of Homeland

US awards $4.5 billion in border wall contracts, DHS says
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Trump boosts Argentina's Milei with $20 billion lifeline as US buys pesos

The U.S.

Trump boosts Argentina's Milei with $20 billion lifeline as US buys pesos
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Who is Adelita Grijalva and what is the controversy over her being sworn in to Congress?

Democrats are ramping up pressure on Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson to swear in the newest member of Congress

Who is Adelita Grijalva and what is the controversy over her being sworn in to Congress?
Crime|Political|World

Details of the Gaza ceasefire agreement

Israel's government approved the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal early on Friday, setting the clock ticking on the first phase of

Details of the Gaza ceasefire agreement
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What we know and don’t know about Trump’s deal to end the war in Gaza

What we know and don’t know about Trump’s deal to end the war in Gaza

What we know and don’t know about Trump’s deal to end the war in Gaza
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump's call to prosecute Comey could bolster former FBI director's defense

Donald Trump achieved a long-sought goal when federal prosecutors brought criminal charges against former FBI

Trump's call to prosecute Comey could bolster former FBI director's defense
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Prince Harry's lawyers cannot allege Daily Mail publisher targeted Kate, court rules

Lawyers representing Prince Harry and other high-profile British figures cannot use allegations about Prince William's wife Kate being targeted in their privacy lawsuits against the

Prince Harry's lawyers cannot allege Daily Mail publisher targeted Kate, court rules
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Taiwan president unveils 'T-Dome' air defence system to counter China threat

Taiwan will build a new multi-layered air defence system called "T-Dome" to defend itself against enemy threats and increase defence spending,

Taiwan president unveils 'T-Dome' air defence system to counter China threat
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Malaysia plans to spend $111 billion in 2026, boost tax collection

Malaysia said on Friday it plans to boost tax collection and strengthen social protection systems next year, as it looks to

Malaysia plans to spend $111 billion in 2026, boost tax collection
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Latest US sanctions on Iranian oil deal blow to China's Sinopec

The latest U.S. sanctions on Iranian petroleum exports deal a blow to Chinese refining giant Sinopec by targeting a terminal through which

Latest US sanctions on Iranian oil deal blow to China's Sinopec
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump floats dropping Spain from NATO alliance

U.S.

Trump floats dropping Spain from NATO alliance
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Who is Nobel Peace laureate Maria Corina Machado?

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for promoting democratic rights in her country and her struggle to achieve a transition to democracy,

Who is Nobel Peace laureate Maria Corina Machado?
MidEast|Political|World

Syria's foreign minister visits Lebanon as the two nations seek to rebuild ties after Assad's ouster

Syria's foreign minister has arrived in Lebanon's capital, marking a potential breakthrough in relations between the two countries

Syria's foreign minister visits Lebanon as the two nations seek to rebuild ties after Assad's ouster
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Drone incursions: What can airports do to prevent them?

Drones have increasingly disrupted airspace across Europe in recent weeks, raising alarm over the repeated incursions of uncrewed

Drone incursions: What can airports do to prevent them?
Americas|Political|World

Peru Congress votes to remove President Boluarte

Peru's Congress voted on Friday to remove President Dina Boluarte, among the world's most unpopular leaders, in a

Peru Congress votes to remove President Boluarte
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Ukraine says ‘massive’ Russian attack targeted energy infrastructure

Ukraine says ‘massive’ Russian attack targeted energy infrastructure

Ukraine says ‘massive’ Russian attack targeted energy infrastructure
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Colombian President Petro suggests Qatar could mediate US military actions off Venezuela

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has proposed that Qatar could mediate to end the U.S. military presence in international waters near Venezuela

Colombian President Petro suggests Qatar could mediate US military actions off Venezuela
Africa|Political|US|World

Burkina Faso rejects proposal to accept deportees from the US

Burkina Faso said it has refused a proposal from the Trump administration to accept deportees from the United States

Burkina Faso rejects proposal to accept deportees from the US
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Azerbaijan releases Russian journalist to house arrest after Putin-Aliyev meeting

Authorities in Azerbaijan released a Russian journalist from prison to house arrest following a meeting between the leaders of Russia and Azerbaijan, Russia's Kommersant newspaper

Azerbaijan releases Russian journalist to house arrest after Putin-Aliyev meeting
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

France's political uncertainty hitting confidence and growth, Villeroy says

France's political uncertainty is costing the country at least 0.2 percentage points of economic growth and risks further sapping business and consumer confidence, central bank chief

France's political uncertainty hitting confidence and growth, Villeroy says
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Japan's ruling coalition splits, throwing Takaichi's PM bid into doubt

Sanae Takaichi's bid to become Japan's first female prime minister was thrown into doubt on Friday when her ruling party's junior coalition partner

Japan's ruling coalition splits, throwing Takaichi's PM bid into doubt
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge orders restrictions on federal tactics against ICE protesters after Chicago-area pastor shot with pepper balls

Judge orders restrictions on federal tactics against ICE protesters after Chicago-area pastor shot with pepper balls

Judge orders restrictions on federal tactics against ICE protesters after Chicago-area pastor shot with pepper balls
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Jared Kushner returns to forefront of Trump’s Middle East diplomacy with Gaza ceasefire deal

Jared Kushner returns to forefront of Trump’s Middle East diplomacy with Gaza ceasefire deal

Jared Kushner returns to forefront of Trump’s Middle East diplomacy with Gaza ceasefire deal
Europe|Political|World

NATO begins a big nuclear exercise next week. Protecting the weapons is a key part of the drill

NATO has announced that its major annual nuclear exercise, "Steadfast Noon," is starting next week

NATO begins a big nuclear exercise next week. Protecting the weapons is a key part of the drill
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

India to upgrade Kabul mission to full embassy, signaling deeper ties with Taliban

India is upgrading its technical mission in Kabul to a full embassy, according to India's foreign minister

India to upgrade Kabul mission to full embassy, signaling deeper ties with Taliban
Asia|Economy|Political|World

North Korea's Kim vows to build a 'socialist paradise' ahead of a likely military parade

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has lauded what he called his country’s fight against a U_S_-led military threat and vowed to turn North Korea into “the best socialist paradise in the world."

North Korea's Kim vows to build a 'socialist paradise' ahead of a likely military parade
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Citing unease over graft, Japan's Komeito leaves the longstanding ruling coalition headed by the LDP

The head of Japan’s Komeito says it is leaving the ruling coalition headed by the Liberal Democratic Party due to concerns over corruption

Citing unease over graft, Japan's Komeito leaves the longstanding ruling coalition headed by the LDP
Asia|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Taiwan's president pledges to build air defense system in face of China threat

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has pledged to accelerate the building of a “T-Dome” air defense system in the face of the threat from China

Taiwan's president pledges to build air defense system in face of China threat