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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
Europe|Political|World

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
Economy|Europe|Political|World

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
Europe|Political|World

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
Economy|Europe|Political|World

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
Environment|Europe|Political|World

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
MidEast|Political|World

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
Environment|Europe|Political|World

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
Crime|Europe|Political|World

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
Crime|Political|US|World

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
Crime|Political|World

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
Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

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
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

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
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

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'
Europe|Political|Science|World

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
Asia|Business|Political|World

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
Africa|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Education|Political|World

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
Crime|Europe|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Arts|Celebrity|Election|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

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
Business|Economy|Political|World

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
Americas|Crime|Interview|Political|US|World

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
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

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
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

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
Entertainment|Health|Political|Sports

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
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

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
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Political|World

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
Business|Crime|Economy|Political

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

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
Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

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
Election|Finance|Political|US|World

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
Economy|Finance|Political|World

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
Arts|Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

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
Business|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says ‘massive’ Russian attack targeted energy infrastructure

Ukraine says ‘massive’ Russian attack targeted energy infrastructure

Ukraine says ‘massive’ Russian attack targeted energy infrastructure
Americas|Crime|Political|World

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
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

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
Business|Political|World

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