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China's Xi urges respect, 'right track' in call with South Korean counterpart

Chinese President Xi Jinping told South Korean President Lee Jae-myung on Tuesday that the two countries should respect each other's core interests and major concerns, and ensure

China's Xi urges respect, 'right track' in call with South Korean counterpart
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Australia has stabilising role amid rising global division, says PM Albanese

Australia will seek to disprove the "corrosive" idea that democratic institutions are failing amid significant global uncertainty, and play a stabilising role in the region, Prime

Australia has stabilising role amid rising global division, says PM Albanese
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South Korean President Lee, Xi pledge closer economic, security cooperation

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged on Tuesday to work for substantive advances in economic ties and peace and security on the Korean

South Korean President Lee, Xi pledge closer economic, security cooperation
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Fugitive's girlfriend charged with aiding breakout at New Orleans jail where she once worked

Authorities have arrested a former New Orleans jail employee and accused her of aiding in a 10-inmate escape at the facility last month

Fugitive's girlfriend charged with aiding breakout at New Orleans jail where she once worked
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About 700 Marines being mobilized in response to LA protests

About 700 Marines being mobilized in response to LA protests

About 700 Marines being mobilized in response to LA protests
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Cleanup of graffiti, damage begins in Los Angeles as anti-ICE protests continue

Even as protests against raids by U.S.

Cleanup of graffiti, damage begins in Los Angeles as anti-ICE protests continue
Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Japan to conduct appropriate debt management policies, finance minister says

Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato said on Tuesday that the government will conduct appropriate debt management policies while communicating closely with market participants.

Japan to conduct appropriate debt management policies, finance minister says
Business|Crime|Finance|Political|Technology

Election conspiracy theorist sticks by false 2020 claims in defamation trial

One of the nation’s most prominent election conspiracy theorists, MyPillow founder Mike Lindell, is sticking by his false claims that the 2020 presidential election was stolen

Election conspiracy theorist sticks by false 2020 claims in defamation trial
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Food|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

GOP lawmakers uneasy about package to codify DOGE cuts ahead of House vote this week

GOP lawmakers uneasy about package to codify DOGE cuts ahead of House vote this week

GOP lawmakers uneasy about package to codify DOGE cuts ahead of House vote this week
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Trump's Guard deployment to LA protests puts Newsom in political predicament

Soon after scattered protests broke out in Los Angeles on Friday in the wake of federal immigration raids, President Donald Trump and California Governor

Trump's Guard deployment to LA protests puts Newsom in political predicament
Business|Crime|Political|US

Trump’s border czar defends decision to deploy hundreds of Marines to quell LA protests

Trump’s border czar defends decision to deploy hundreds of Marines to quell LA protests

Trump’s border czar defends decision to deploy hundreds of Marines to quell LA protests
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Pentagon draws up rules on possible use of force by Marines deployed to LA protests

The Pentagon is scrambling to establish rules to guide U.S. Marines who could be faced with the rare and difficult prospect of using force against citizens on American soil, now that the Trump administration is deploying active duty troops to the immigration raid protests in Los Angeles

Pentagon draws up rules on possible use of force by Marines deployed to LA protests
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German consumers' pessimism rises amid economic, political concerns, survey shows

The economic and political sentiment among consumers in Germany is increasingly worsening, a European survey by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) showed on Tuesday.

German consumers' pessimism rises amid economic, political concerns, survey shows
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New Zealand finance minister would like RBNZ to return to eight meetings a year

New Zealand’s Finance Minister Nicola Willis said on Tuesday that she would like New Zealand’s central bank monetary policy committee to meet more frequently raising concern

New Zealand finance minister would like RBNZ to return to eight meetings a year
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Republican congressman Green to resign after tax bill vote

Republican U.S.

Republican congressman Green to resign after tax bill vote
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Pharmacy group withholds endorsing CDC's latest vaccine recommendations

The American Pharmacists Association will withhold endorsing the U.S.

Pharmacy group withholds endorsing CDC's latest vaccine recommendations
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Democratic FTC commissioner Bedoya says he will step down

One of the two Democratic commissioners at the U.S.

Democratic FTC commissioner Bedoya says he will step down
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RFK Jr. ousts entire CDC vaccine advisory committee

Health Secretary Robert F

RFK Jr. ousts entire CDC vaccine advisory committee
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Trump officials quietly discuss moves in LA that avoid invoking Insurrection Act, but it’s not off the table

Trump officials quietly discuss moves in LA that avoid invoking Insurrection Act, but it’s not off the table

Trump officials quietly discuss moves in LA that avoid invoking Insurrection Act, but it’s not off the table
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US

Homeland security chair to leave Congress after House votes on Trump agenda bill

Homeland security chair to leave Congress after House votes on Trump agenda bill

Homeland security chair to leave Congress after House votes on Trump agenda bill
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Some visitors report extra scrutiny at US airports as Trump's new travel ban begins

President Donald Trump’s new ban on travel to the United States by citizens from 12 mainly African and Middle Eastern countries is now in effect

Some visitors report extra scrutiny at US airports as Trump's new travel ban begins
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US State Department cable says agency using AI to help staff job panels

The U.S.

US State Department cable says agency using AI to help staff job panels
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Los Angeles ICE raids fuel controversy over masked agents

Images of federal immigration agents wearing masks and balaclavas as they conduct raids in Los Angeles and other U.S. cities have

Los Angeles ICE raids fuel controversy over masked agents
Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Seized Gaza aid ship docks in Israel with Greta Thunberg aboard

Seized Gaza aid ship docks in Israel with Greta Thunberg aboard

Seized Gaza aid ship docks in Israel with Greta Thunberg aboard
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Trump says more National Guard troops would be deployed in California if needed

President Donald Trump said on Monday that he would deploy additional National Guard troops to California if necessary, just hours after expressing support for the arrest of

Trump says more National Guard troops would be deployed in California if needed
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

An Israeli soldier was taken hostage on October 7. In ceasefire plea, his mother releases video of his brutal capture

An Israeli soldier was taken hostage on October 7. In ceasefire plea, his mother releases video of his brutal capture

An Israeli soldier was taken hostage on October 7. In ceasefire plea, his mother releases video of his brutal capture
Crime|Political|US

Pentagon to deploy 700 Marines to Los Angeles, official says

The U.S. military is set to temporarily deploy about 700 Marines to Los Angeles while additional National Guard troops arrive in the city, a U.S. official told Reuters on Monday.

Pentagon to deploy 700 Marines to Los Angeles, official says
Economy|Education|Health|Political|Science

NIH scientists speak out over estimated $12 billion in Trump funding cuts

Dozens of scientists, researchers and other employees at the U.S.

NIH scientists speak out over estimated $12 billion in Trump funding cuts
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says he discussed Iran with Netanyahu

U.S.

Trump says he discussed Iran with Netanyahu
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Russia has plans to test NATO's resolve, German intelligence chief warns

Russia is determined to test the resolve of the NATO alliance, including by extending its confrontation with the West beyond the borders of Ukraine, the Germany's

Russia has plans to test NATO's resolve, German intelligence chief warns
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Trump administration urges court not to dismiss case against Wisconsin judge

The Trump administration argues that charges should not be dropped against a Wisconsin judge indicted for allegedly helping a man who is in the country evade U.S. immigration agents seeking to arrest him in her courthouse

Trump administration urges court not to dismiss case against Wisconsin judge
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Canada plans to hit NATO spending target early and reduce reliance on US defense, Carney says

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will meet NATO’s military spending guideline by early next year

Canada plans to hit NATO spending target early and reduce reliance on US defense, Carney says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Trump promotes $1,000 ‘Trump Accounts’ for newborns at White House event

Trump promotes $1,000 ‘Trump Accounts’ for newborns at White House event

Trump promotes $1,000 ‘Trump Accounts’ for newborns at White House event
Arts|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Can $1,000 at birth change a child's future? A Republican proposal aims to find out

A House Republican proposal backed by President Donald Trump would set up tax-deferred investment accounts with $1,000 for infants born across the U.S. It builds on the concept of baby bonds, which some cities have begun introducing as a way to reduce gaps between wealthy people and poor people

Can $1,000 at birth change a child's future? A Republican proposal aims to find out
Business|Crime|Election|Finance|Political

Brother of AG Pam Bondi and a former Ed Martin aide lose their bids to take over DC Bar

Brother of AG Pam Bondi and a former Ed Martin aide lose their bids to take over DC Bar

Brother of AG Pam Bondi and a former Ed Martin aide lose their bids to take over DC Bar
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump FAA nominee says agency faces serious leadership, trust issues

U.S.

Trump FAA nominee says agency faces serious leadership, trust issues
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IAEA chief relays Iran warning against Israeli strikes on nuclear facilities

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Grossi said Iranians warned him that an Israel strike on the

IAEA chief relays Iran warning against Israeli strikes on nuclear facilities
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|World

Colombian senator Uribe shows little response to treatment after shooting

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a potential presidential contender, remains in critical condition and has shown little response to

Colombian senator Uribe shows little response to treatment after shooting
Crime|Political|US|World

US law enforcement prepare for hundreds of thousands to attend Army parade in Washington

Law enforcement agencies are preparing for hundreds of thousands of people to attend a celebration in Washington, D.C., for the U.S.

US law enforcement prepare for hundreds of thousands to attend Army parade in Washington
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Political|Technology|World

LA protests inch Elon Musk back to President Trump

LA protests inch Elon Musk back to President Trump

LA protests inch Elon Musk back to President Trump
Arts|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

BET ‘monitoring’ situation in Los Angeles ahead of Monday night award show

BET ‘monitoring’ situation in Los Angeles ahead of Monday night award show

BET ‘monitoring’ situation in Los Angeles ahead of Monday night award show
Environment|Health|Political|World

Aid to Gaza hangs by a thread amid looting and starvation

Aid to Gaza hangs by a thread amid looting and starvation

Aid to Gaza hangs by a thread amid looting and starvation
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|World

Paraguay president's X account likely hacked in Bitcoin scheme

Paraguay's government on Monday said that President Santiago Pena's X account had likely been hacked after the leader appeared to promote trading of cryptocurrency Bitcoin.

Paraguay president's X account likely hacked in Bitcoin scheme
Business|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

US Army, FAA, NTSB to brief senators on recent near miss incidents involving helicopter

Senior U.S. officials will answer questions from senators Wednesday about a May 1 incident in which two passenger airline flights were forced to abort

US Army, FAA, NTSB to brief senators on recent near miss incidents involving helicopter
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Abrego Garcia's return should not end Trump contempt probe, lawyers say

The return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the U.S. last Friday after his wrongful deportation to his native El Salvador in March should not end a judge's investigation

Abrego Garcia's return should not end Trump contempt probe, lawyers say
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says border czar should arrest California Governor Newsom

U.S.

Trump says border czar should arrest California Governor Newsom
Crime|Election|Political|World

Colombian president vows to hunt ‘mastermind’ behind shooting of political rival, after teenager arrested

Colombian president vows to hunt ‘mastermind’ behind shooting of political rival, after teenager arrested

Colombian president vows to hunt ‘mastermind’ behind shooting of political rival, after teenager arrested
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College sports commissioners laud $2.8B antitrust settlement, call for Congress to act

Conference commissioners lauded a judge’s approval of a $2.8 billion antitrust lawsuit settlement as a means for bringing stability and fairness to an out-of-control college athletics industry

College sports commissioners laud $2.8B antitrust settlement, call for Congress to act
Business|Economy|Political|World

Republican senators to watch in the maneuvering over Trump's big bill

The Senate has set an ambitious timeline to pass President Donald Trump’s sweeping legislation to cut taxes and spending

Republican senators to watch in the maneuvering over Trump's big bill
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White House breaks ground on Trump projects to pave over Rose Garden grass, add flagpoles to lawns

The White House has broken ground on construction projects ordered by President Donald Trump to pave over the Rose Garden lawn and install flagpoles on the north and south lawns

White House breaks ground on Trump projects to pave over Rose Garden grass, add flagpoles to lawns
Health|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Judge blocks administration from enforcing anti-diversity and anti-transgender executive orders

A federal judge in California has blocked the Trump administration from enforcing anti-diversity and anti-transgender executive orders that LGBTQ+ rights organizations say are unconstitutional

Judge blocks administration from enforcing anti-diversity and anti-transgender executive orders
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Georgia's experience raises red flags for Medicaid work requirement moving through Congress

Advocates say Georgia's experience with a work requirement for Medicaid should serve as a warning to Republicans in Congress pushing a similar mandate

Georgia's experience raises red flags for Medicaid work requirement moving through Congress
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Soldiers return home after years in captivity as Ukraine-Russia prisoner swap begins

Soldiers return home after years in captivity as Ukraine-Russia prisoner swap begins

Soldiers return home after years in captivity as Ukraine-Russia prisoner swap begins
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Low turnout thwarts Italian referendums, deals blow to opposition

Low voter turnout on Monday sank Italian opposition referendum proposals to ease citizenship laws and tighten job protection rules, with senior

Low turnout thwarts Italian referendums, deals blow to opposition
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US team investigating foreign bribery dwindles, sources say

The U.S.

US team investigating foreign bribery dwindles, sources say
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15 states sue over Trump move to return seized rapid-fire devices for guns

Fifteen Democratic-led U.S. states filed a lawsuit on Monday seeking to block Republican President Donald Trump's administration from returning thousands of previously

15 states sue over Trump move to return seized rapid-fire devices for guns
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Republican lawmaker’s raucous town hall reflects challenges promoting Trump's bill

Democratic voter Joe Mayhew, a union representative from Pawling, New York, was one of several people at a rowdy town hall with Republican Representative

Republican lawmaker’s raucous town hall reflects challenges promoting Trump's bill
Crime|Entertainment|Political|US

Oklahoma man who was given 3 last meals will stand trial again but won't face the death penalty

Oklahoma prosecutors say they will pursue a murder charge, but not the death penalty, against longtime death row inmate Richard Glossip for his role in the 1997 killing of his former boss

Oklahoma man who was given 3 last meals will stand trial again but won't face the death penalty
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South Florida families reel from Trump administration travel bans

South Florida families reel from Trump administration travel bans

South Florida families reel from Trump administration travel bans
Business|Education|Political|World

US State Department orders embassies to resume processing Harvard student visas

US State Department orders embassies to resume processing Harvard student visas

US State Department orders embassies to resume processing Harvard student visas
Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Dr. Phil was embedded with ICE during controversial Los Angeles immigration raids

Dr. Phil was embedded with ICE during controversial Los Angeles immigration raids

Dr. Phil was embedded with ICE during controversial Los Angeles immigration raids
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

US wholesale inventories in April revised higher

U.S. wholesale inventories increased in April amid stockpiling of prescription medication in anticipation of tariffs from the Trump administration.

US wholesale inventories in April revised higher
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ireland to exempt sitting tenants from rent cap changes

Sitting Irish tenants will not face rent increases above the current 2% a year limit under reforms to rent controls being considered by government, Irish Prime Minister Micheal

Ireland to exempt sitting tenants from rent cap changes
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Trump expected to speak with Israel's Netanyahu, White House officials say

U.S. President Donald Trump planned to speak with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, two White House officials said.

Trump expected to speak with Israel's Netanyahu, White House officials say
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Musk's father says Trump dispute triggered by intense stress, has to end

The dispute between Donald Trump and Elon Musk was triggered by months of intense stress on both sides, and the public battle between the U.S. president and the

Musk's father says Trump dispute triggered by intense stress, has to end
Education|Entertainment|Political|Sports

California leaders support Salinas teen track star disqualified after celebration

California leaders support Salinas teen track star disqualified after celebration

California leaders support Salinas teen track star disqualified after celebration
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Putin promised to make Ukraine pay for its airbase attacks. What does he have left?

Putin promised to make Ukraine pay for its airbase attacks. What does he have left?

Putin promised to make Ukraine pay for its airbase attacks. What does he have left?
Business|Political|US|World

Musk's father says Trump dispute triggered by intense stress, has to end

The dispute between Donald Trump and Elon Musk was triggered by months of intense stress on both sides, and the public battle between the U.S. president and the

Musk's father says Trump dispute triggered by intense stress, has to end
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Russia says it takes more territory in east-central Ukraine, creating 'buffer zone' there

Russia said on Monday that its forces had taken control of more territory in Ukraine's east-central region of Dnipropetrovsk, where the Kremlin said fighting was partly aimed at

Russia says it takes more territory in east-central Ukraine, creating 'buffer zone' there
Election|Europe|Political|World

Poland's new president hopes for good relations with Hungary's Orban

Hungary is an important partner for Poland, newly elected Polish president, Karol Nawrocki, told a Hungarian magazine in his first foreign interview, adding he would be building

Poland's new president hopes for good relations with Hungary's Orban
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Political

Town workers racist words caught on high school graduation live stream in Lynnfield, Massachusetts

Town workers racist words caught on high school graduation live stream in Lynnfield, Massachusetts

Town workers racist words caught on high school graduation live stream in Lynnfield, Massachusetts
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Pakistan's economy to grow 2.7% in fiscal 2025, survey shows

Pakistan's economy likely grew 2.7% in the fiscal year ending June 2025 after expanding 2.5% in the previous year, the government's annual snapshot

Pakistan's economy to grow 2.7% in fiscal 2025, survey shows
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Canada to announce new security and defence investment plan, Globe and Mail reports

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will unveil a new security and defence investment plan on Monday that would enable Canada to meet NATO's 2% military spending target this fiscal year,

Canada to announce new security and defence investment plan, Globe and Mail reports
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Argentine leader Milei licking his chops ahead of October elections

Argentina's firebrand right-wing President Javier Milei has largely tamed runaway inflation with a ruthless austerity plan and he aims to solidify power

Argentine leader Milei licking his chops ahead of October elections
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Kremlin says NATO air defence plan is confrontational and will cost European taxpayers

The Kremlin said on Monday that NATO's plan for a huge boost to its air and missile defence capabilities was confrontational and would come at the expense of European taxpayers who

Kremlin says NATO air defence plan is confrontational and will cost European taxpayers
Business|Economy|Political|World

Ivory Coast former minister Billon seeks to lead opposition in October vote

Ivory Coast former trade minister Jean-Louis Billon said he is seeking to represent the opposition PDCI party in October's presidential election after former Credit Suisse chief

Ivory Coast former minister Billon seeks to lead opposition in October vote
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street, Main Street push for foreign tax rethink in US budget bill

Industry groups representing sectors including real estate, finance and multinational companies are pushing for the reduction or

Wall Street, Main Street push for foreign tax rethink in US budget bill
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Russia says plan to boost role in Africa includes 'sensitive' security ties

Russia plans to step up cooperation with African countries, including in "sensitive areas" such as defence and security, the Kremlin said on Monday.

Russia says plan to boost role in Africa includes 'sensitive' security ties
Education|Environment|Political|World

Israel orders military to stop Gaza-bound yacht carrying Greta Thunberg

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz told the military on Sunday to stop a charity boat carrying activists including Sweden's Greta Thunberg who are planning to

Israel orders military to stop Gaza-bound yacht carrying Greta Thunberg
Business|Economy|Political|US

Mike Johnson downplays Musk's influence and says Republicans will pass Trump's tax and budget bill

Speaker Mike Johnson took clear sides Sunday in President Donald Trump’s breakup with mega-billionaire Elon Musk

Mike Johnson downplays Musk's influence and says Republicans will pass Trump's tax and budget bill
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump says Department of Justice made decision to bring back Abrego Garcia

U.S.

Trump says Department of Justice made decision to bring back Abrego Garcia
Europe|Political|Sports|World

Heavyweight boxing champion Usyk pleads with Trump, inviting him to spend a week in Ukraine: ‘Open your eyes, help my people’

Heavyweight boxing champion Usyk pleads with Trump, inviting him to spend a week in Ukraine: ‘Open your eyes, help my people’

Heavyweight boxing champion Usyk pleads with Trump, inviting him to spend a week in Ukraine: ‘Open your eyes, help my people’
Entertainment|Political|US|World

As DC welcomes the world for Pride, marchers spotlight rollbacks of LGBTQ rights in US

As DC welcomes the world for Pride, marchers spotlight rollbacks of LGBTQ rights in US

As DC welcomes the world for Pride, marchers spotlight rollbacks of LGBTQ rights in US
Crime|Political|US|World

Abrego Garcia’s attorneys still want Trump administration officials held in contempt

Abrego Garcia’s attorneys still want Trump administration officials held in contempt

Abrego Garcia’s attorneys still want Trump administration officials held in contempt
Crime|Political|US|World

Inside the Trump administration’s decision to deploy the National Guard to California

Inside the Trump administration’s decision to deploy the National Guard to California

Inside the Trump administration’s decision to deploy the National Guard to California
Crime|Political|US|World

California governor calls Trump National Guard deployment in LA unlawful

California National Guard troops were deployed to the streets of Los Angeles on Sunday to help quell a third day of protests over President

California governor calls Trump National Guard deployment in LA unlawful
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Argentina's Milei insults Spanish PM Sanchez again

Argentina's President Javier Milei insulted Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez at an event in Madrid, a year after a similar attack escalated into a diplomatic spat.

Argentina's Milei insults Spanish PM Sanchez again
Europe|Political|Technology|World

NATO needs 400% increase in air and missile defence, Rutte will say in London

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will use a speech in London on Monday to say the military alliance needs a 400% increase in air and missile defence, one of the priorities for a

NATO needs 400% increase in air and missile defence, Rutte will say in London
Political|Travel|World

Iran says US travel ban shows 'deep hostility' for Iranians, Muslims

Tehran on Saturday blasted U.S. President Donald Trump's travel ban on countries including Iran, saying it showed "deep hostility" toward Iranians and Muslims.

Iran says US travel ban shows 'deep hostility' for Iranians, Muslims
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin approves big revamp of Russia's navy, Kremlin aide says

Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved a new naval strategy which aims to fully restore Russia's position as one of the world's leading maritime powers, Kremlin aide Nikolai

Putin approves big revamp of Russia's navy, Kremlin aide says
Business|Economy|Political

South Korea president calls for extra budget to be ready swiftly

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung urged officials on Monday to swiftly draw up a supplementary budget plan aimed at supporting economic recovery and spurring consumption, his

South Korea president calls for extra budget to be ready swiftly
Business|Political|Technology|Travel|World

Japan confirms China's aircraft carrier sailed east of Iwo Jima for first time

The Chinese aircraft carrier Liaoning sailed through waters east of the island of Iwo Jima in the Pacific Ocean for the first time, Japan's top government spokesperson said on Monday.

Japan confirms China's aircraft carrier sailed east of Iwo Jima for first time
Asia|Business|Political|World

South Korea President Lee, Japan PM Ishiba agree to strengthen ties

South Korea's newly-elected President Lee Jae-myung and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba agreed during a telephone call to strengthen bilateral ties, a South Korean presidential

South Korea President Lee, Japan PM Ishiba agree to strengthen ties
Crime|Health|Political|World

Israeli military says it has recovered body of elusive Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar

Israeli military says it has recovered body of elusive Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar

Israeli military says it has recovered body of elusive Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar
Business|Economy|Political|World

Rising rates could affect Japan's spending plans, PM Ishiba says

Japan must be aware that rising interest rates would push up the government's debt-financing costs and affect its spending plans, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Monday.

Rising rates could affect Japan's spending plans, PM Ishiba says
Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Unsubstantiated 'chemtrail' conspiracy theories lead to legislation proposed in US statehouses

State legislatures are passing bills to ban weather modification and geoengineering based on decades-old “chemtrails” conspiracy theories, moving the fringe theory from online into actual public policy

Unsubstantiated 'chemtrail' conspiracy theories lead to legislation proposed in US statehouses
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|World

Israeli hostages highlighted at Boulder Jewish Festival after attack on group urging their release

This year's Boulder Jewish Festival has been reimagined to focus on community healing

Israeli hostages highlighted at Boulder Jewish Festival after attack on group urging their release
Crime|Political|US|World

Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops

National Guard troops faced off with protesters in Los Angeles as tear gas was fired at a growing crowd outside a federal complex hours after the federal troops arrived in the city on President Donald Trump’s orders

Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops
Crime|Political|US|World

US troops make first detentions in Trump border military zones

U.S. troops have made their first detentions inside military areas set up on the U.S.-Mexico border as part of the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration, the

US troops make first detentions in Trump border military zones
Crime|Health|Political|World

'Not just a party:' World Pride celebrations end with defiant politics on display

After the raucous rainbow-hued festivities of Saturday’s parade, the final day of World Pride 2025 in the nation’s capital kicked off on a more downbeat note

'Not just a party:' World Pride celebrations end with defiant politics on display
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Political divide widens as Trump deploys National Guard to Los Angeles

Republicans and Democrats traded barbs on Sunday after President Donald Trump deployed the National Guard to Los Angeles amid massive protests against increasing and

Political divide widens as Trump deploys National Guard to Los Angeles
Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy vows to press on with prisoner exchanges with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy vowed on Sunday to press on with prisoner exchanges with Russia and said any failure by Moscow to uphold humanitarian accords cast doubt over U.S.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy vows to press on with prisoner exchanges with Russia
Europe|Political|World

Russia advances to east-central Ukrainian region amid row over dead soldiers

Russia said on Sunday its forces had advanced to the edge of the east-central Ukrainian region of Dnipropetrovsk

Russia advances to east-central Ukrainian region amid row over dead soldiers
Americas|Arts|Crime|Education|Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Travel ban may shut door for Afghan family to bring niece to US for a better life

Mohammad Sharafoddin, his wife and young son managed to make it out of Afghanistan as refugees nine years ago, at one point walking 36 hours over mountain passes

Travel ban may shut door for Afghan family to bring niece to US for a better life
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Italians vote on citizenship and job protections in referendums threatened by low turnout

Italians vote over two days on referendums that would make it easier for children born in Italy to foreigners to obtain citizenship, and on providing more job protections

Italians vote on citizenship and job protections in referendums threatened by low turnout
Crime|Election|Finance|Political|World

Who is Colombian Sen. Miguel Uribe Turbay who was shot during a campaign rally in Bogota?

The conservative Colombian Sen. Miguel Uribe Turbay has been shot and seriously injured at a campaign rally in the capital, Bogota

Who is Colombian Sen. Miguel Uribe Turbay who was shot during a campaign rally in Bogota?
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|US|World

From research to restrooms: Summer staffing crunch hits national parks after Trump cuts

(Corrects paragraph 30 to Yellowstone was made national park in 1872, not Yosemite.)

From research to restrooms: Summer staffing crunch hits national parks after Trump cuts
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

‘Our Constitution is easy prey’: Republican-led states try to shut down liberal ballot initiatives

‘Our Constitution is easy prey’: Republican-led states try to shut down liberal ballot initiatives

‘Our Constitution is easy prey’: Republican-led states try to shut down liberal ballot initiatives
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With rage and humor, WorldPride rally takes aim at Trump in Washington

LGBTQ+ people and their allies gathered on Sunday at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, site of Martin Luther King's 1963 "I Have a Dream" speech, to rally for

With rage and humor, WorldPride rally takes aim at Trump in Washington
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ABC News suspends Terry Moran after Trump administration condemns ‘hater’ post

ABC News suspends Terry Moran after Trump administration condemns ‘hater’ post

ABC News suspends Terry Moran after Trump administration condemns ‘hater’ post
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Israel says it has killed leader of Palestinian militant group that took part in October 7 attack

Israel says it has killed leader of Palestinian militant group that took part in October 7 attack

Israel says it has killed leader of Palestinian militant group that took part in October 7 attack
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump deploys California National Guard to LA to quell protests despite the governor's objections

President Donald Trump is deploying 2,000 California National Guard troops despite the governor’s objections to Los Angeles, where protests led to clashes between immigration authorities and demonstrators

Trump deploys California National Guard to LA to quell protests despite the governor's objections
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Germany plans rapid expansion of outdated bunkers amid fears of Russian aggression

Germany plans rapid expansion of outdated bunkers amid fears of Russian aggression

Germany plans rapid expansion of outdated bunkers amid fears of Russian aggression
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Russia awaits Ukraine's confirmation on a planned exchange of dead fighters, officials say

Russian officials say that Moscow is still awaiting confirmation from Kyiv on a planned exchange of 6,000 bodies of soldiers killed in action

Russia awaits Ukraine's confirmation on a planned exchange of dead fighters, officials say
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Iran claims without evidence that it took Israeli nuclear files

Iran’s intelligence minister has claimed without offering evidence that Tehran seized an “important treasury” of information regarding Israel’s nuclear program

Iran claims without evidence that it took Israeli nuclear files
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Trump's travel ban on 12 countries goes into effect early Monday

U.S.

Trump's travel ban on 12 countries goes into effect early Monday
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It’s the economy, estúpido: New Jersey governor's race tests Democrats' efforts to win back Latinos

The New Jersey gubernatorial primary has emerged as a crucial test for Democrats seeking to regain Latino support nationally

It’s the economy, estúpido: New Jersey governor's race tests Democrats' efforts to win back Latinos
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What Trump told Dana Bash about his feud with Musk

President Donald Trump told CNN's Dana Bash he’s “not even thinking about” Elon Musk in a phone call after they explosively sparred on social media, adding that he won’t be speaking with Musk for “a while.”

What Trump told Dana Bash about his feud with Musk
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Rwanda quits Central African bloc in dispute with Congo

Rwanda has said it would withdraw from the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), underscoring diplomatic tensions in the region over an offensive this year by Rwanda-

Rwanda quits Central African bloc in dispute with Congo
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US and China set for trade talks in London on Monday

Three of U.S.

US and China set for trade talks in London on Monday
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Leo, the first US pope, criticises nationalist politics at Sunday Mass

Pope Leo criticized the emergence of nationalist political movements on Sunday, calling them unfortunate, without naming a specific country or national leader

Leo, the first US pope, criticises nationalist politics at Sunday Mass
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Chinese hackers and user lapses turn smartphones into a 'mobile security crisis'

Hackers tied to China's government have tried repeatedly to access the phones of prominent Americans, part of Beijing's sprawling cyberespionage efforts

Chinese hackers and user lapses turn smartphones into a 'mobile security crisis'
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Taiwan coast guard, military drill to better face China's 'grey zone' threat

Taiwan's coast guard held drills with the military on Sunday to better practice joint operations in the face of what the government in Taipei says is a

Taiwan coast guard, military drill to better face China's 'grey zone' threat
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Russia says Ukraine postpones prisoner exchange, accepting bodies

Ukraine has unexpectedly postponed exchanging prisoners of war and accepting the bodies of killed soldiers for an indefinite period, Kremlin aide Vladimir Medinsky said on Saturday.

Russia says Ukraine postpones prisoner exchange, accepting bodies
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Chinese ship runs aground off Philippines-occupied island in the disputed South China Sea

A Chinese ship has run aground in stormy weather in shallow waters off a Philippines-occupied island in the disputed South China Sea, prompting Filipino forces to go on alert

Chinese ship runs aground off Philippines-occupied island in the disputed South China Sea
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Kilmar Abrego Garcia is back in the US, charged with human smuggling as attorneys vow ongoing fight

The fight over the mistaken deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to El Salvador now returns to the U.S. court system

Kilmar Abrego Garcia is back in the US, charged with human smuggling as attorneys vow ongoing fight
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Colombia's potential presidential contender Miguel Uribe shot, suspect arrested

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe, a potential presidential contender, was shot in Bogota on Saturday, according to the government and his party, as his wife said he was fighting for

Colombia's potential presidential contender Miguel Uribe shot, suspect arrested
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Ecuador national assembly passes gang-fighting reforms

Ecuador's National Assembly on Saturday approved a reform backed by President Daniel Noboa to arm the government with new legal powers to confront armed groups and dismantle the drug-

Ecuador national assembly passes gang-fighting reforms
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Trump deploys National Guard after second day of Los Angeles immigration protests

Trump deploys National Guard after second day of Los Angeles immigration protests

Trump deploys National Guard after second day of Los Angeles immigration protests
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Cloudy skies can’t dim joy as thousands fill nation's capital for World Pride parade

Gray skies and drizzle gave way to sunshine, multicolored flags and celebrations as the nation’s capital hosted the World Pride parade

Cloudy skies can’t dim joy as thousands fill nation's capital for World Pride parade
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US-backed Gaza group suspends aid for a day over threats, Hamas vows to protect UN aid

A controversial humanitarian organization backed by the United States and Israel did not distribute any food aid on

US-backed Gaza group suspends aid for a day over threats, Hamas vows to protect UN aid
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Russian attacks on Ukraine's Kharkiv kills four, wounds at least 60, officials say

Russia attacked the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv at night and in the evening with drones, missiles and guided bombs, killing at least four people and injuring more than 60,

Russian attacks on Ukraine's Kharkiv kills four, wounds at least 60, officials say
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WorldPride parade-goers march through Washington in defiance of Trump

LGBTQ+ people and supporters from around the world marched through the streets of Washington on Saturday with a mixture of joyful celebration and a show of

WorldPride parade-goers march through Washington in defiance of Trump
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Trump says Elon Musk could face 'serious consequences' if he backs Democratic candidates

Donald Trump is not backing off his battle with Elon Musk

Trump says Elon Musk could face 'serious consequences' if he backs Democratic candidates
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‘This is not over’: Tesla Takedown protesters keep pressure on Elon Musk despite DOGE exit

‘This is not over’: Tesla Takedown protesters keep pressure on Elon Musk despite DOGE exit

‘This is not over’: Tesla Takedown protesters keep pressure on Elon Musk despite DOGE exit
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Trump says Musk relationship over, warns of 'serious consequences' if he funds Democrats

Donald Trump said on Saturday his relationship with his billionaire donor Elon Musk is over and warned there would be "serious consequences" if Musk

Trump says Musk relationship over, warns of 'serious consequences' if he funds Democrats
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Recaptured Arkansas prison escapee known as the 'Devil in the Ozarks' sent to SuperMax prison

Convicted killer and recaptured prison escapee Grant Hardin, known as the “Devil in the Ozarks,” has been transferred to the Varner SuperMax prison southeast of Little Rock, Arkansas prison authorities announced Saturday

Recaptured Arkansas prison escapee known as the 'Devil in the Ozarks' sent to SuperMax prison
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Former Reform UK chair Yusuf returns to party two days after quitting

Zia Yusuf said on Saturday he would return to Britain's right-wing Reform UK party, two days after quitting as its chair, blaming his abrupt

Former Reform UK chair Yusuf returns to party two days after quitting
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Bucharest gay pride march turns 20 as LGBTQ+ Romanians face growing hostility from right-wing groups

Tens of thousands of LGBTQ+ supporters have taken to the streets of Romania’s capital for its annual gay pride parade

Bucharest gay pride march turns 20 as LGBTQ+ Romanians face growing hostility from right-wing groups
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Trump encouraged Vance to respond diplomatically when asked about Musk. Here’s how it played in real time

Trump encouraged Vance to respond diplomatically when asked about Musk. Here’s how it played in real time

Trump encouraged Vance to respond diplomatically when asked about Musk. Here’s how it played in real time
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2026 races loom at Georgia Republican convention as Trump loyalty dominates

Many Georgia Republicans are already thinking about races for governor and Senate in 2026

2026 races loom at Georgia Republican convention as Trump loyalty dominates
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The Millers: Washington power couple straddles Trump-Musk feud

The Millers: Washington power couple straddles Trump-Musk feud

The Millers: Washington power couple straddles Trump-Musk feud
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Federal authorities arrest dozens for immigration violations across Los Angeles

Federal immigration authorities say they arrested 44 people Friday across Los Angeles

Federal authorities arrest dozens for immigration violations across Los Angeles
Europe|Political|World

Kyiv rejects Russia's claims that Ukraine is delaying exchange of soldiers' bodies

Russia's claims that Ukraine is delaying exchange of soldiers' bodies are untrue, Ukrainian officials said on Saturday, urging Moscow to stop "playing dirty games" and return to

Kyiv rejects Russia's claims that Ukraine is delaying exchange of soldiers' bodies
Crime|Political|US|World

Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to the US, charged with transporting people in the country illegally

Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been charged by the Trump administration with transporting people who were in the country illegally

Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to the US, charged with transporting people in the country illegally
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Milei meets Pope Leo, confirms visit to Argentina

Argentina's President Javier Milei held his first official audience with Pope Leo at the Vatican on Saturday where he confirmed that the pontiff will visit the South American

Milei meets Pope Leo, confirms visit to Argentina
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China to send vice premier He Lifeng to Britain for US trade talks

China's foreign ministry said on Saturday that Chinese vice premier He Lifeng will visit the United Kingdom between June 8 and June 13.

China to send vice premier He Lifeng to Britain for US trade talks
Crime|Political|World

5 Proud Boys sue US government over Jan. 6 prosecutions

Five members of the Proud Boys, a far-right militant group, have filed a lawsuit claiming their constitutional rights were violated when they were prosecuted for their participation in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol

5 Proud Boys sue US government over Jan. 6 prosecutions
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Ex-police chief and convicted killer who escaped from an Arkansas prison has been captured

A former police chief and convicted killer known as the “Devil in the Ozarks” has been captured after he escaped from prison, triggering a massive, nearly two-weeks-long manhunt in the mountains of northern Arkansas

Ex-police chief and convicted killer who escaped from an Arkansas prison has been captured
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The 911 presidency: Trump flexes emergency powers in his second term

Call it the 911 presidency

The 911 presidency: Trump flexes emergency powers in his second term
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Fewer foreign tourists are visiting NYC. The city is feeling the pinch

Fewer foreign tourists are visiting NYC. The city is feeling the pinch

Fewer foreign tourists are visiting NYC. The city is feeling the pinch
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GOP senators’ top concerns with Trump’s big agenda bill, in their own words

GOP senators’ top concerns with Trump’s big agenda bill, in their own words

GOP senators’ top concerns with Trump’s big agenda bill, in their own words
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The Taliban leader slams Trump's travel ban on Afghans and calls the US an 'oppressor'

The top Taliban leader has slammed President Donald Trump’s travel ban on Afghans, calling the United States an “oppressor.”

The Taliban leader slams Trump's travel ban on Afghans and calls the US an 'oppressor'
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As World Pride celebrates steps from the White House, LGBTQ pioneers call for a return to the movement’s roots in protest

As World Pride celebrates steps from the White House, LGBTQ pioneers call for a return to the movement’s roots in protest

As World Pride celebrates steps from the White House, LGBTQ pioneers call for a return to the movement’s roots in protest
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Trump's big bill also seeks to undo the big bills of Biden and Obama

Chiseling away at President Barack Obama’s Affordable Care Act

Trump's big bill also seeks to undo the big bills of Biden and Obama
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As a generation of gay and lesbian people ages, memories of worse — and better — times swirl

As World Pride wraps up this weekend in Washington D

As a generation of gay and lesbian people ages, memories of worse — and better — times swirl
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Supreme Court allows DOGE team to access Social Security systems with data on millions of Americans

The Supreme Court has handed the Trump administration two victories in cases involving the Department of Government Efficiency, including giving it access to Social Security systems containing personal data on millions of Americans

Supreme Court allows DOGE team to access Social Security systems with data on millions of Americans
Environment|Political|World

Wildfires force another 1,000 residents from their homes in the Canadian province of Manitoba

Wildfires have forced a further 1,000 people to flee their homes in the Canadian province of Manitoba, which is under a state of emergency

Wildfires force another 1,000 residents from their homes in the Canadian province of Manitoba
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin, responding to Trump's 'fighting children' comment, says Ukraine war is existential

The Kremlin said on Friday that the war in Ukraine was an existential question for Russia, after U.S. President Donald Trump likened it to a playground fight.

Kremlin, responding to Trump's 'fighting children' comment, says Ukraine war is existential
Crime|Health|Political|Science

WV prosecutor warns women about possibly facing charges over miscarriages

Amid a constantly changing reproductive landscape, West Virginia prosecutor Tom Truman is warning women who have miscarriages in his state that they could get in trouble with the law. Truman tells CNN's Pam Brown that although he personally wouldn’t prosecute someone for a miscarriage, he made the suggestion out of an abundance of caution after hearing from other prosecutors and looking at the laws in West Virginia.

WV prosecutor warns women about possibly facing charges over miscarriages
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Abrego Garcia, mistakenly deported, is returned to US to face migrant-smuggling charges

By Sarah N.

Abrego Garcia, mistakenly deported, is returned to US to face migrant-smuggling charges
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Riot police, anti-ICE protesters square off in Los Angeles after raids

Helmeted police in riot gear turned out on Friday evening in a tense confrontation with protesters in downtown Los Angeles, after a day of federal

Riot police, anti-ICE protesters square off in Los Angeles after raids
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Can an American pope apply US-style fundraising and standards to fix troubled Vatican finances?

One of the greatest challenges facing Pope Leo XIV is financial

Can an American pope apply US-style fundraising and standards to fix troubled Vatican finances?
Political|US|World

Democratic states double down on laws resisting Trump's immigration crackdown

Some Democratic-led states are doubling down on their resistance to President Donald Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration

Democratic states double down on laws resisting Trump's immigration crackdown
Political|Sports|US

Former Tennessee football coach Derek Dooley eyes GOP Senate run against Jon Ossoff in Georgia

Former University of Tennessee football coach Derek Dooley says he is considering running for U.S. Senate in 2026 as a Republican against Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff

Former Tennessee football coach Derek Dooley eyes GOP Senate run against Jon Ossoff in Georgia
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Power bills in California have jumped nearly 50% in four years. Democrats think they have solutions

California lawmakers advanced several reform measures this week to rein in utility profits, slash electricity bills and potentially save consumers billions of dollars

Power bills in California have jumped nearly 50% in four years. Democrats think they have solutions
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Man charged with hate crime in Boulder attack on 'Zionist people' appears in federal court

A man who authorities say threw Molotov cocktails at demonstrators in Boulder, Colorado, has appeared in federal court to face a hate crime charge

Man charged with hate crime in Boulder attack on 'Zionist people' appears in federal court
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Modi inaugurates ambitious rail project connecting Kashmir to Indian plains

India Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated one of the most ambitious and strategic railway projects the nation has ever built

Modi inaugurates ambitious rail project connecting Kashmir to Indian plains
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Federal vs. state power at issue in a hearing over Trump's election overhaul executive order

Democratic state attorneys general are seeking to block President Donald Trump’s proposal for an overhaul of U.S. elections in a case that tests a constitutional bedrock — the separation of powers

Federal vs. state power at issue in a hearing over Trump's election overhaul executive order
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Trump administration asks Supreme Court to leave mass layoffs at Education Department in place

The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to pause a court order to reinstate Education Department employees who were fired in mass layoffs as part of President Donald Trump’s plan to dismantle the agency

Trump administration asks Supreme Court to leave mass layoffs at Education Department in place
Business|Economy|Political|World

Employers add a solid 139,000 jobs in May, though hiring slows as some potential weaknesses appear

U.S. employers slowed hiring last month, but still added a solid 139,000 jobs amid uncertainty over Trump’s trade wars

Employers add a solid 139,000 jobs in May, though hiring slows as some potential weaknesses appear
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As World Pride flows straight into the military parade, DC officials say they're ready for anything

Officials in the nation’s capital generally express full confidence in their ability to handle large, complicated events and huge crowds

As World Pride flows straight into the military parade, DC officials say they're ready for anything
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Senate Republicans revise ban on state AI regulations in bid to preserve controversial provision

Senate Republicans have made changes to their party’s sweeping tax bill in hopes of preserving a new policy that would prevent states from regulating artificial intelligence

Senate Republicans revise ban on state AI regulations in bid to preserve controversial provision
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Germany's Merz says he found Trump open to dialogue and committed to NATO

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says he found President Donald Trump open to discussion and is convinced that Washington remains committed to the NATO alliance

Germany's Merz says he found Trump open to dialogue and committed to NATO
Africa|Business|Crime|Political|World

Wagner Group leaving Mali after heavy losses but Russia's Africa Corps to remain

The Russia-backed Wagner Group says it is leaving Mali after more than three and a half years of fighting Islamic extremists and insurgents in the country

Wagner Group leaving Mali after heavy losses but Russia's Africa Corps to remain
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese army warns Israeli airstrikes might force it to freeze cooperation with ceasefire committee

The Lebanese army has condemned Israel’s airstrikes on suburbs of Beirut, warning that such attacks are weakening the role of Lebanon’s armed forces that might eventually suspend cooperation with the committee monitoring the truce that ended the Israel-Hezbollah war

Lebanese army warns Israeli airstrikes might force it to freeze cooperation with ceasefire committee
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Gaza marks the start of Eid with outdoor prayers in the rubble and food growing ever scarcer

People across the war-ravaged Gaza Strip have marked the start of one of Islam’s most important holidays with prayers outside destroyed mosques and homes, with little hope the war with Israel will end soon

Gaza marks the start of Eid with outdoor prayers in the rubble and food growing ever scarcer
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Trump once opened the door to the LGBTQ+ community. Now activists say he's their top threat

When he first ran for office, Donald Trump seemed like he could be a new kind of Republican when it came to LGBTQ+ rights

Trump once opened the door to the LGBTQ+ community. Now activists say he's their top threat
Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Appeals court hands AP an incremental loss in its attempt to regain its access to Trump events

A three-judge appeals court panel ruled against The Associated Press in its continuing bid to restore full access to covering events involving President Donald Trump

Appeals court hands AP an incremental loss in its attempt to regain its access to Trump events
Crime|Political|US|World

Former DC police officer sentenced to 18 months for lying about leaking info to Proud Boys leader

A retired police officer was sentenced on Friday to serve 18 months behind bars for lying to authorities about leaking confidential information to the Proud Boys extremist group’s former top leader, who was under investigation for burning a Black Lives Matter banner in the nation’s capital

Former DC police officer sentenced to 18 months for lying about leaking info to Proud Boys leader
Arts|Business|Political|Sports|Technology|Travel

Trump banned travel from 12 countries, but included some exceptions to avoid legal battles

The new travel ban on citizens of 12 countries that restricted access to people from seven others includes some exceptions

Trump banned travel from 12 countries, but included some exceptions to avoid legal battles
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Republicans urge Donald Trump and Elon Musk to end their feud

President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk are showing no signs of reconciling on Friday, but Republicans are increasingly urging them to settle their dispute

Republicans urge Donald Trump and Elon Musk to end their feud
Political|Technology|World

The Supreme Court mistakenly emailed orders to attorneys ahead of schedule. It’s the second major technical error in a year

The Supreme Court mistakenly emailed orders to attorneys ahead of schedule. It’s the second major technical error in a year

The Supreme Court mistakenly emailed orders to attorneys ahead of schedule. It’s the second major technical error in a year
Election|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court rejects Republican election-rule challenge in Pennsylvania

The U.S.

US Supreme Court rejects Republican election-rule challenge in Pennsylvania
Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Australia|Business|Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Food|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Stock Markets|Technology|Travel|US|World

US Supreme Court to review death row inmate's intellectual disability ruling

The U.S.

US Supreme Court to review death row inmate's intellectual disability ruling
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Trump says decision on Fed chair will be out soon

President Donald Trump said on Friday that a decision on the next Federal Reserve chair will be coming out soon, adding that a good Fed chair would lower interest rates.

Trump says decision on Fed chair will be out soon
Crime|Political|US

Proud Boys members suing Justice Department for January 6 prosecutions

Proud Boys members suing Justice Department for January 6 prosecutions

Proud Boys members suing Justice Department for January 6 prosecutions
Business|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|US

Trump signs orders to bolster US drone defenses, boost supersonic flight

President Donald Trump on Friday signed executive orders to bolster U.S. defenses against threatening drones and to boost electric air taxis and supersonic

Trump signs orders to bolster US drone defenses, boost supersonic flight
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White House ban on Associated Press can continue, appeals court rules

White House ban on Associated Press can continue, appeals court rules

White House ban on Associated Press can continue, appeals court rules
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US mulls giving millions to controversial Gaza aid foundation, sources say

The State Department is weighing giving $500 million to the new foundation providing aid to war-shattered Gaza, according to two knowledgeable sources and two

US mulls giving millions to controversial Gaza aid foundation, sources say
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Trump can bar AP from some White House events for now, US appeals court says

President Donald Trump is free to bar the Associated Press from some White House media events for now, after a U.S. appeals court on Friday paused a lower

Trump can bar AP from some White House events for now, US appeals court says
Political|US|World

US Supreme Court rebuffs challenge to Washington, DC's high-capacity gun magazine ban

The U.S.

US Supreme Court rebuffs challenge to Washington, DC's high-capacity gun magazine ban
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Technology|World

US stocks end up on jobs data, China hopes; Tesla bounces

U.S. stocks closed higher on Friday after a better-than-expected jobs report calmed worries about the economy, while Tesla

US stocks end up on jobs data, China hopes; Tesla bounces
Crime|Political|US|World

Ex-DC Police officer sentenced to 18 months in prison for tipping off Proud Boys leader about arrest warrant

Ex-DC Police officer sentenced to 18 months in prison for tipping off Proud Boys leader about arrest warrant

Ex-DC Police officer sentenced to 18 months in prison for tipping off Proud Boys leader about arrest warrant
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|US|World

Sheriff says mass shooting at grad ceremony thwarted; Second suspect arrested

Sheriff says mass shooting at grad ceremony thwarted; Second suspect arrested

Sheriff says mass shooting at grad ceremony thwarted; Second suspect arrested
Business|Economy|Political|Technology

Republican lawmakers try to dodge Trump-Musk crossfire, aim to avoid 2026 damage

U.S.

Republican lawmakers try to dodge Trump-Musk crossfire, aim to avoid 2026 damage
Crime|Political|US

Proud Boys leaders seek $100 million over Jan. 6 prosecutions

Four leaders of the Proud Boys who were pardoned after being found guilty of trying to keep President Donald Trump in power on Jan. 6, 2021 after he lost the election to Joe Biden filed a

Proud Boys leaders seek $100 million over Jan. 6 prosecutions
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Fed taps Michael Horowitz as next inspector general

The Federal Reserve announced on Friday that Michael Horowitz will serve as the central bank's new inspector general.

Fed taps Michael Horowitz as next inspector general
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science

Trump preparing large-scale cancellation of federal funding for California, sources say

Trump preparing large-scale cancellation of federal funding for California, sources say

Trump preparing large-scale cancellation of federal funding for California, sources say
Education|Europe|Health|Political|World

Survivors of Spain's Franco-era 'fallen women' centres seek apology, recognition

Consuelo Garcia del Cid was 16 when the family doctor came into her bedroom in Barcelona, Spain with her mother in 1974, grabbed her left

Survivors of Spain's Franco-era 'fallen women' centres seek apology, recognition
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From bros to foes: how the unlikely Trump-Musk relationship imploded

When Donald Trump met privately with White House officials on Wednesday, there was little to suggest that the U.S. president was close to a public

From bros to foes: how the unlikely Trump-Musk relationship imploded
Asia|Business|Political|World

South Korea's Lee, Trump agree to work towards swift tariff deal, Lee's office says

U.S.

South Korea's Lee, Trump agree to work towards swift tariff deal, Lee's office says
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Pontiac woman accused of abandoning her 3 children for years released on bond

Pontiac woman accused of abandoning her 3 children for years released on bond

Pontiac woman accused of abandoning her 3 children for years released on bond
Business|Election|Political|World

Bangladesh to hold election in first half of April 2026, interim PM says

Bangladesh will hold a national election in the first half of April 2026, its de facto premier said on Friday, after a period of interim unelected government since student-led unrest

Bangladesh to hold election in first half of April 2026, interim PM says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Fed should cut interest rate by a full point, Trump says

The U.S.

Fed should cut interest rate by a full point, Trump says
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Overcrowding forces halt to Gaza aid distribution, Eid holiday marked by violence

Aid distribution in Gaza was halted on Friday after the U.S. and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) said

Overcrowding forces halt to Gaza aid distribution, Eid holiday marked by violence
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Officers accused of driving 119 mph in chase of suspect that resulted in crash that killed 2

Officers accused of driving 119 mph in chase of suspect that resulted in crash that killed 2

Officers accused of driving 119 mph in chase of suspect that resulted in crash that killed 2
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Trump urges Supreme Court to allow mass layoffs at Education Department

Trump urges Supreme Court to allow mass layoffs at Education Department

Trump urges Supreme Court to allow mass layoffs at Education Department
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Three Iranians in UK court accused of assisting Tehran spy service

Three Iranian men appeared in court in London on Friday accused of assisting Iran's foreign intelligence service and plotting violence against journalists working for a British-based

Three Iranians in UK court accused of assisting Tehran spy service
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Migrants and ICE officers contend with heat, smog and illness after detoured South Sudan flight

The Trump administration says migrants placed on a deportation flight originally bound for South Sudan are now being held in a converted shipping container on a U.S. naval base in Djibouti, where the men and their guards are contending with baking hot temperatures, smoke from nearby burn pits and the looming threat of rocket attacks

Migrants and ICE officers contend with heat, smog and illness after detoured South Sudan flight
Business|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia sees bleak prospects for expiring nuclear arms pact given 'ruined' ties with US

Russia sees little chance of saving its last nuclear accord with the United States, due to expire in eight months, given the "ruined" state of relations with Washington,

Russia sees bleak prospects for expiring nuclear arms pact given 'ruined' ties with US
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Hungary's Orban lauds MAGA advance after Nawrocki's win in Poland

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday that nationalist Karol Nawrocki's victory in Poland's presidential election was "fantastically good", hailing the success of an

Hungary's Orban lauds MAGA advance after Nawrocki's win in Poland
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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong faces second charge under national security law

Hong Kong authorities once again arrested prominent activist Joshua Wong on Friday and charged him with conspiracy to collude with a foreign

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong faces second charge under national security law
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Japan's government to say it is not relying on tax cuts to boost income

Japan's government is distancing itself from tax cuts in its annual policy guidelines, amid heightened volatility in the government debt market

Japan's government to say it is not relying on tax cuts to boost income
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Three men to go on trial next year over fires linked to UK PM Starmer

Three men all linked to Ukraine will go on trial next April accused of involvement in a series of arson attacks on houses and a vehicle in London connected to British Prime Minister

Three men to go on trial next year over fires linked to UK PM Starmer
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Nepal ex-PM faces graft charge over land deal with Indian yoga guru's firm

Authorities in Nepal have charged former Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal with corruption and demanded a million-dollar fine over the purchase of land by a firm

Nepal ex-PM faces graft charge over land deal with Indian yoga guru's firm
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EU open to lowering tariffs on US fertilisers in trade talks

The European Union is open to lowering tariffs on U.S. fertiliser imports as an offer in trade talks with the Trump administration, but will not weaken its food

EU open to lowering tariffs on US fertilisers in trade talks
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Russia says its strike against Kyiv and other centres was a response to Ukrainian 'terrorist acts'

Russia's Defence Ministry said on Friday that its forces had carried out a massive and successful strike on military and military-related targets in Ukraine overnight in response to

Russia says its strike against Kyiv and other centres was a response to Ukrainian 'terrorist acts'
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EU backs International Criminal Court after US sanctions judges

The EU gave its backing on Friday to the International Criminal Court after Washington imposed sanctions on four

EU backs International Criminal Court after US sanctions judges
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Tesla's $380 billion wipeout marks biggest 2025 loss among top companies

Tesla is the worst-performing large-cap stock this year, thanks to declining electric vehicle demand, Chief Executive Elon Musk's political controversies over his ties to far-right groups,

Tesla's $380 billion wipeout marks biggest 2025 loss among top companies
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US tariff policy could cost Germany 90,000 jobs within a year, says labour office chief

U.S. tariff policy could cost Germany 90,000 jobs within a year, the country's labour office head told Sueddeutsche Zeitung newspaper in an interview released on Friday.

US tariff policy could cost Germany 90,000 jobs within a year, says labour office chief
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Russia responds to Trump-Musk feud with jokes, jibes and job offers

The feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk provoked chatter, mockery and amusement among the ruling class in Moscow, where one senior official joked about hosting peace

Russia responds to Trump-Musk feud with jokes, jibes and job offers
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Germany's Merz says some US lawmakers have 'no idea' of scale of Russia's rearmament

Some U.S. lawmakers do not understand the scale of Russia's rearmament campaign, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Friday, a day after he

Germany's Merz says some US lawmakers have 'no idea' of scale of Russia's rearmament
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IMF says Latin America must maintain fiscal plans amid uncertainty

Countries in Latin America should maintain prudent fiscal policies to strengthen their economies amid a swift escalation of trade tensions and policy

IMF says Latin America must maintain fiscal plans amid uncertainty
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India vows to keep up development in Kashmir after tourist attack

India is committed to efforts to develop its restive territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday, accusing neighbour Pakistan of

India vows to keep up development in Kashmir after tourist attack
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Israel confirms it is arming Hamas rivals in operation opposition calls ‘complete madness’

Israel confirms it is arming Hamas rivals in operation opposition calls ‘complete madness’

Israel confirms it is arming Hamas rivals in operation opposition calls ‘complete madness’
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Trump tells CNN he’s ‘not even thinking about Elon’ and won’t speak to him ‘for a while’

Trump tells CNN he’s ‘not even thinking about Elon’ and won’t speak to him ‘for a while’

Trump tells CNN he’s ‘not even thinking about Elon’ and won’t speak to him ‘for a while’
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Was the Boulder attack terrorism or a hate crime? 2 experts unpack the complexities

What is the difference between a hate crime and an act of terrorism?

Was the Boulder attack terrorism or a hate crime? 2 experts unpack the complexities
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Army preparing for largest military parade on the capital’s streets in decades, featuring 7 million pounds of hardware

Army preparing for largest military parade on the capital’s streets in decades, featuring 7 million pounds of hardware

Army preparing for largest military parade on the capital’s streets in decades, featuring 7 million pounds of hardware
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AmeriCorps is on the chopping block – despite research showing that the national service agency is making a difference in local communities

The independent federal agency had been facilitating the work of approximately 200,000 volunteers a year, deploying them across the country through partnerships with thousands of nonprofits.

AmeriCorps is on the chopping block – despite research showing that the national service agency is making a difference in local communities
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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong charged under Beijing-imposed security law for a second time

Prominent Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong has been charged with conspiracy to collude with foreign forces to endanger national security under a Beijing-imposed law that critics say has crushed Hong Kong's once-thriving pro-democracy movement

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong charged under Beijing-imposed security law for a second time
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Global LGBTQ+ advocates gather 'on Trump's doorstep' at World Pride despite travel anxiety

Many LGBTQ+ travelers have expressed concerns about or decided to skip the World Pride gathering going on in Washington due to anxieties about safety, border policies and a hostile political climate

Global LGBTQ+ advocates gather 'on Trump's doorstep' at World Pride despite travel anxiety
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Red Cross closes Niger offices and foreign staff leave after junta's expulsion order

The International Committee of the Red Cross has announced the closure of its offices in Niger and the departure of its foreign staff, four months after the ruling junta ordered the organization to leave the country

Red Cross closes Niger offices and foreign staff leave after junta's expulsion order
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What to expect in the New Jersey primary

Nearly a dozen candidates will compete in New Jersey on Tuesday for the chance to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy

What to expect in the New Jersey primary