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Immigrants in the US unlawfully can drive legally in 19 states. Now some states want to stop them

A growing number of Republican-led states are taking aim at driver's licenses issued by other states to people in the U.S. illegally

Immigrants in the US unlawfully can drive legally in 19 states. Now some states want to stop them
Economy|Health|Political

Advocates plan to rally for 'housing over handcuffs' in national day of action

Advocates plan to rally for 'housing over handcuffs' in national day of action

Advocates plan to rally for 'housing over handcuffs' in national day of action
Crime|Entertainment|Environment|Political|US

Inside the investigation, seizure and death of Peanut the social media star squirrel

New details are emerging about the seizure of Peanut the squirrel in upstate New York in October

Inside the investigation, seizure and death of Peanut the social media star squirrel
Business|Economy|Political|US

Tackling tariffs: What some companies are saying, and doing, about tariffs

Tariffs have been forcing companies to give somewhat shaky financial forecasts during their latest round earnings updates

Tackling tariffs: What some companies are saying, and doing, about tariffs
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US

Israel optimistic on reaching trade deal with US, economy minister says

Israel is hopeful that it will reach a trade agreement with the United States before a pause to a barrage of U.S. tariffs on global imports expires on July 9

Israel optimistic on reaching trade deal with US, economy minister says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US defense contractors mostly maintain forecasts despite Trump tariffs

Major U.S. defense contractors are mostly maintaining their financial forecasts for 2025, saying it is too soon to understand the impact of U.S.

US defense contractors mostly maintain forecasts despite Trump tariffs
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

US could offer Argentina credit line if 'external shock' hit, Bessent says in remarks

U.S.

US could offer Argentina credit line if 'external shock' hit, Bessent says in remarks
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Italy says terms for UniCredit-BPM tie-up avoid helping Russia

Italy deemed it necessary to set binding conditions before clearing UniCredit's proposed bid for Banco BPM to avoid "even the slightest risk" of aiding Russia's

Italy says terms for UniCredit-BPM tie-up avoid helping Russia
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran, US to hold expert-level talks on Saturday, not Wednesday, Tehran says

Expert-level Iran-U.S. talks that were supposed to take place on Wednesday will be shifted to Saturday, Tehran's foreign ministry spokesperson said, with a third round of high-level

Iran, US to hold expert-level talks on Saturday, not Wednesday, Tehran says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US Treasury Secretary says situation with China is unsustainable, source says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday said that the tariff standoff with China is unsustainable and that he expects the situation to de-escalate, a source familiar said.

US Treasury Secretary says situation with China is unsustainable, source says
Europe|Political|World

Vladimir Putin offers to halt Ukraine invasion along current front line, FT reports

Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered to halt his invasion of Ukraine across the current front line as part of efforts to reach a peace deal with U.S.

Vladimir Putin offers to halt Ukraine invasion along current front line, FT reports
Political|World

US proposes recognizing Crimea as Russian, Washington Post reports

The United States is proposing to recognize Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea and freeze the war's front lines as part of a peace agreement, The Washington Post reported on

US proposes recognizing Crimea as Russian, Washington Post reports
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology

Tesla shorts up $11.5 billion for the year with positioning bearish

Tesla short sellers are up an estimated $11.5 billion for the year-to-date and positioning is bearish going into the electric vehicle maker's quarterly results due after market close,

Tesla shorts up $11.5 billion for the year with positioning bearish
Americas|Business|Economy|Election|Political

Carney appeals for support in Quebec, promises protection from Trump

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney took his election campaign to Quebec on Tuesday, saying only he could protect the predominantly French-

Carney appeals for support in Quebec, promises protection from Trump
Political|US

Rubio unveils first stage of major State Department overhaul

Rubio unveils first stage of major State Department overhaul

Rubio unveils first stage of major State Department overhaul
Election|Political|World

Ecuador opposition has asked electoral council to review presidential vote counts from 1,729 ballot boxes, council says

The party of Ecuadorean opposition leader and former presidential candidate Luisa Gonzalez on Tuesday asked the country's electoral council to review presidential vote tallies from

Ecuador opposition has asked electoral council to review presidential vote counts from 1,729 ballot boxes, council says
Political|World

Israel shares, then deletes, condolences over pope's death

The Israeli government shared and then deleted a social media post offering condolences over the death of Pope Francis, without saying why, though an Israeli newspaper linked the

Israel shares, then deletes, condolences over pope's death
Education|Political|US

Trump administration to respond in court to Harvard's funding freeze challenge, White House says

The Trump administration will respond in court to Harvard University's lawsuit seeking to block a federal funding freeze imposed after the institution rejected a list of White

Trump administration to respond in court to Harvard's funding freeze challenge, White House says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine ready to hold talks with Russia once ceasefire in place, Zelenskiy says

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that Ukraine would be ready to hold talks with Russia in any format once a ceasefire deal is in place and the fighting has stopped.

Ukraine ready to hold talks with Russia once ceasefire in place, Zelenskiy says
Africa|Election|Political

Ivory Coast court strikes Thiam's name off electoral roll over French nationality

A court in Ivory Coast ruled on Tuesday that opposition leader and former Credit Suisse Chief Executive Tidjane Thiam should be removed from the electoral roll because he was a

Ivory Coast court strikes Thiam's name off electoral roll over French nationality
Business|Political|Technology|US

OpenAI would buy Google's Chrome, exec testifies at trial

OpenAI would be interested in buying Google's Chrome if antitrust enforcers are successful in forcing the Alphabet unit to sell the popular web browser as part of a

OpenAI would buy Google's Chrome, exec testifies at trial
Crime|Political|US

George Santos defends social media tirade to federal judge set to sentence him for fraud

George Santos is defending his recent social media tirade to a federal judge who will sentencing the disgraced former congressman later this week on fraud charges

George Santos defends social media tirade to federal judge set to sentence him for fraud
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Antisemitic incidents, partly fueled by campus protests, reached record-breaking high in 2024, according to the ADL

Antisemitic incidents, partly fueled by campus protests, reached record-breaking high in 2024, according to the ADL

Antisemitic incidents, partly fueled by campus protests, reached record-breaking high in 2024, according to the ADL
Crime|Political|US

Man told to leave U.S. despite being a born-and-raised citizen

Man told to leave U.S. despite being a born-and-raised citizen

Man told to leave U.S. despite being a born-and-raised citizen
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Big Oil wants a lot from Trump. It has an ally in Doug Burgum, the president's Interior pick

Emails obtained by The Associated Press reveal Doug Burgum as North Dakota governor catered to the whims of oil and gas executives while leveraging those connections to expand his political profile

Big Oil wants a lot from Trump. It has an ally in Doug Burgum, the president's Interior pick
Education|Political|US

Supreme Court’s conservatives are poised to strike down elementary school policy denying opt-outs for LGBTQ+ books

Supreme Court’s conservatives are poised to strike down elementary school policy denying opt-outs for LGBTQ+ books

Supreme Court’s conservatives are poised to strike down elementary school policy denying opt-outs for LGBTQ+ books
Asia|Political|World

Trump: Deeply disturbing news out of Kashmir, US supports India

India has the full support of the United States, President Donald Trump said on Tuesday after suspected militants opened fire on tourists in India's Jammu and Kashmir territory,

Trump: Deeply disturbing news out of Kashmir, US supports India
Crime|Political|US

Three prosecutors in corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams resign

By Sarah N.

Three prosecutors in corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams resign
Political|US

Divided Supreme Court finds some deadline flexibility for immigrants who agree to leave US

A divided Supreme Court ruled that immigrants who agree to leave the country are allowed some deadline flexibility in a case that was argued before President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown

Divided Supreme Court finds some deadline flexibility for immigrants who agree to leave US
Business|Political|Technology|US

Crowd roars over question about what oversights Byron Donalds would impose on Elon Musk and DOGE

At a town hall in Estero, Florida, Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) responds to a question about Elon Musk and DOGE.

Crowd roars over question about what oversights Byron Donalds would impose on Elon Musk and DOGE
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vance calls for greater ties with India, hails progress on trade talks

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has called for greater collaboration with India in sectors such as defense, energy and technology

Vance calls for greater ties with India, hails progress on trade talks
Economy|Election|Political|US

Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens joins Mallory McMorrow and Abdul El-Sayed in primary

U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens has launched her U.S. Senate campaign in Michigan in what will undoubtedly be an expensive and competitive race

Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens joins Mallory McMorrow and Abdul El-Sayed in primary
Africa|Political

President Mahama suspends Ghana's chief justice, statement says

Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo with immediate effect and initiated an investigation in response to three petitions filed against her,

President Mahama suspends Ghana's chief justice, statement says
Economy|Finance|Political|US

IMF chief economist, asked about Trump attacks on Powell, says central banks must preserve independence

The IMF's chief economist, asked on Tuesday about U.S.

IMF chief economist, asked about Trump attacks on Powell, says central banks must preserve independence
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

IMF says financial stability risks increased significantly amid trade turmoil

Global financial stability risks have increased significantly since the fall, driven largely by heightened economic uncertainty around trade policy and other

IMF says financial stability risks increased significantly amid trade turmoil
Political|Travel|US

Lawmakers urge FAA to address safety issues at Washington airport after incidents

Three senior Democratic lawmakers on Tuesday urged the Federal Aviation Administration to address significant safety issues at Reagan Washington National

Lawmakers urge FAA to address safety issues at Washington airport after incidents
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political

Mexico's president counters IMF forecast of economic contraction

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Tuesday pushed back against the International Monetary Fund's new forecast of a contraction

Mexico's president counters IMF forecast of economic contraction
Business|Economy|Election|Political

Carney says if all goes to plan, he could balance Canada budget in 4 or 5 years

Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday said if his Liberals won an April 28 election and all went to plan, it would be realistic to expect the budget to return

Carney says if all goes to plan, he could balance Canada budget in 4 or 5 years
Crime|Political|US

An in-depth look at records before fatal home explosion

An in-depth look at records before fatal home explosion

An in-depth look at records before fatal home explosion
Crime|Political|US

Pentagon says leak probe may lead to U.S. prosecutions

U.S.

Pentagon says leak probe may lead to U.S. prosecutions
MidEast|Political|Science|US|World

What do 'expert level' talks signal for the progress of the Iran-US nuclear negotiations?

Negotiations between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program will move Saturday in Oman to what’s known as the “expert level” — a sign analysts say shows that the talks are moving forward rapidly

What do 'expert level' talks signal for the progress of the Iran-US nuclear negotiations?
Education|Political|US

On GPS: Understanding Trump’s attacks on Harvard

The former President of Columbia University Lee Bollinger explains to Fareed what is at stake in President Trump’s assault on universities.

On GPS: Understanding Trump’s attacks on Harvard
Political|US

When billions in emergency funds were stalled, the Trump administration sped FEMA money to some GOP-led states

When billions in emergency funds were stalled, the Trump administration sped FEMA money to some GOP-led states

When billions in emergency funds were stalled, the Trump administration sped FEMA money to some GOP-led states
Americas|Political|World

In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis' legacy lead to one question: Why didn’t he return?

Pope Francis never set foot in his native Argentina during his papacy

In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis' legacy lead to one question: Why didn’t he return?
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

We’re suddenly talking about the Great Depression when discussing Trump’s stock market

We’re suddenly talking about the Great Depression when discussing Trump’s stock market

We’re suddenly talking about the Great Depression when discussing Trump’s stock market
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

GE Aerospace CEO Culp advocates tariff-free regime for aviation industry

GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp said on Tuesday he advocated re-establishing a tariff-free regime for the aerospace industry under the 1979 Civil Aircraft

GE Aerospace CEO Culp advocates tariff-free regime for aviation industry
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US targets Iranian LPG magnate with sanctions, Treasury says

The United States issued new sanctions on Tuesday targeting Iranian liquefied petroleum gas magnate Seyed Asadoollah Emamjomeh and his corporate network, the Treasury Department

US targets Iranian LPG magnate with sanctions, Treasury says
Health|Political|US

Republican Senator asks RFK Jr. to save health unit that protects coal miners

West Virginia Republican Senator Shelley Moore Capito asked U.S.

Republican Senator asks RFK Jr. to save health unit that protects coal miners
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Gold's record run gains further traction; market conquers $3,500/oz

Gold's remarkable run higher is reaching new heights, with the market touching $3,500 per ounce as confidence in the U.S. economy further erodes after

Gold's record run gains further traction; market conquers $3,500/oz
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Dollar jumps after Bessent forecasts de-escalation in US-China trade tensions

The dollar regained some ground on Tuesday after U.S.

Dollar jumps after Bessent forecasts de-escalation in US-China trade tensions
Business|Economy|Political|US

How companies are responding to Trump's tariffs

Corporate America is scrambling to implement countermeasures as U.S.

How companies are responding to Trump's tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

TSX rises to near 3-week high on trade war optimism

Canada's main stock index rose to a near three-week high on Tuesday, helped by gains for the technology and energy sectors, as some optimism took hold of a letup in the

TSX rises to near 3-week high on trade war optimism
Business|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Wary of Russia, Denmark to spend $600 million on surveillance vessels

Denmark will spend about 4 billion crowns ($614 million) on building and procuring 26 navy vessels for patrolling, oil spill response and surveillance of undersea cables,

Wary of Russia, Denmark to spend $600 million on surveillance vessels
Crime|Political|US

Street takeover with fireworks has neighbors demanding action

Street takeover with fireworks has neighbors demanding action

Street takeover with fireworks has neighbors demanding action
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis worried about greeting crowd in St. Peter's Square but was thankful he did, report says

Vatican News has reported that Pope Francis was thankful that he was able to greet throngs of people in St. Peter’s Square on Easter, a day before he died

Pope Francis worried about greeting crowd in St. Peter's Square but was thankful he did, report says
Europe|Political|World

From 'conclave' to 'white smoke,' a glossary of terms used in a papal transition

A change in popes is a complicated process, with centuries-old rituals involving the transition in leadership for both the spiritual head of the global Catholic Church and the Vatican’s head of state

From 'conclave' to 'white smoke,' a glossary of terms used in a papal transition
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US and global economic outlook deteriorates in Trump trade war, IMF says

The International Monetary Fund says the US and global economies will likely slow significantly in the wake of President Donald Trump’s tariffs and the uncertainty they have created

US and global economic outlook deteriorates in Trump trade war, IMF says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump’s trade war will hit US prosperity hard, IMF warns

Trump’s trade war will hit US prosperity hard, IMF warns

Trump’s trade war will hit US prosperity hard, IMF warns
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

IMF cuts Japan's growth forecast as Trump tariffs bite

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday cut its economic growth forecast for Japan and projected the central bank would lift interest rates at a slower-than-

IMF cuts Japan's growth forecast as Trump tariffs bite
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

IMF cuts growth forecasts for most countries in wake of century-high US tariffs

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday slashed its growth forecasts for the United States, China and most countries, citing the impact of U.S. tariffs now

IMF cuts growth forecasts for most countries in wake of century-high US tariffs
MidEast|Political|World

Russia's Putin discusses US-Iran nuclear talks with leader of Oman

Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Iran's nuclear programme on Tuesday with the visiting leader of Oman, Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said, a Kremlin official was quoted as

Russia's Putin discusses US-Iran nuclear talks with leader of Oman
Asia|Europe|Political|World

China urges UK and EU to uphold multilateral trade in face of US tariffs

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged Britain and the European Union on Tuesday to safeguard multilateral trading systems, as Beijing seeks to rally support from trading partners

China urges UK and EU to uphold multilateral trade in face of US tariffs
Environment|Political|US

EPA begins layoffs of environmental justice staff

The Environmental Protection Agency sent termination notices on Tuesday to staff who work on environmental justice programs at its headquarters and across

EPA begins layoffs of environmental justice staff
Africa|Political|World

Africans root for first Black pope in modern history

Africans are hoping one of their own could become the first Black pope in modern history and build on Francis's legacy of

Africans root for first Black pope in modern history
Election|Europe|Political|World

What is a Roman Catholic conclave and who takes part?

Roman Catholic cardinals will begin their conclave to elect the Church's 267th pontiff and a successor to Pope Francis on May 7, the Vatican said.

What is a Roman Catholic conclave and who takes part?
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

'China Track' bank netting system shields Russia-China trade from Western eyes

Major Russian banks have set up a netting payments system dubbed "The China Track" for transactions with China, aiming to reduce their visibility to Western regulators and mitigate

'China Track' bank netting system shields Russia-China trade from Western eyes
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Citi expects higher effect of tariffs on growth in second half, puts recession odds close to 45%

Citigroup's Chief Economist Nathan Sheets said on Tuesday the U.S. has a 40% to 45% chance of recession as the economy suffers the impact of tariffs imposed by

Citi expects higher effect of tariffs on growth in second half, puts recession odds close to 45%
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Russia cuts 2025 energy export income estimate by 15%, document shows

Russia has cut its forecast for 2025-2027 oil and gas export revenues, a key source of funding for the state budget, due to weaker oil prices, seeing the

Russia cuts 2025 energy export income estimate by 15%, document shows
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

Swiss pharmaceuticals company Roche announces $50B investment in US over next 5 years

Swiss pharmaceuticals powerhouse Roche says it plans to invest $50 billion in the United States over the next five years and create 12,000 jobs

Swiss pharmaceuticals company Roche announces $50B investment in US over next 5 years
Economy|Political|US

California homeless shelter may lose funding over $1 decision by city

California homeless shelter may lose funding over $1 decision by city

California homeless shelter may lose funding over $1 decision by city
Americas|Election|Political|US

Federal report due on Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina's path to recognition as a tribal nation

Members of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina are awaiting the release of a Department of the Interior report that could light a path for federal recognition as a tribal nation

Federal report due on Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina's path to recognition as a tribal nation
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Greece announces 1 billion euros in financial benefits after posting 1.3% budget surplus

Greece’s prime minister has announced 1 billion euros in financial benefits for lower-income households and the country’s public investment program

Greece announces 1 billion euros in financial benefits after posting 1.3% budget surplus
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Vance warns of 'very dark time' without close US-India ties

The United States wants to sell more energy and defence equipment to India to build closer ties, Vice President JD Vance said on Tuesday, praising Prime Minister

Vance warns of 'very dark time' without close US-India ties
Europe|Political|World

While Pope Benedict XVI resigned, Francis saw his duty to be 'ad vitam'

Pope Benedict XVI stunned the world when he announced his resignation in 2013, the first in 600 years

While Pope Benedict XVI resigned, Francis saw his duty to be 'ad vitam'
Asia|Political|World

Myanmar junta extends ceasefire to support earthquake relief, state media says

Myanmar's ruling military has extended a temporary ceasefire in its conflict with rebels to April 30, in a move to expedite relief and rebuilding efforts following a devastating earthquake

Myanmar junta extends ceasefire to support earthquake relief, state media says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

The safe-haven play: Economies' holdings of gold vs Treasuries

The Trump administration's on again, off again approach to tariffs has whipsawed global markets, prompting investors to seek shelter in safe haven assets such as gold.

The safe-haven play: Economies' holdings of gold vs Treasuries
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump looking at cutting US drug prices to international levels, sources say

Drugmakers have been warned that the Trump Administration is considering linking U.S. medicine prices to lower amounts paid by other developed countries, according to

Trump looking at cutting US drug prices to international levels, sources say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

IMF chops UK growth forecast as Trump tariffs hit global economy

Britain's economic growth forecast for 2025 received the sharpest downgrade of any major European economy from the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday as

IMF chops UK growth forecast as Trump tariffs hit global economy
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Emerging economies face test from tighter funding as growth slows, says IMF

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday cut its 2025 growth outlook for emerging economies including Mexico and China, warning that

Emerging economies face test from tighter funding as growth slows, says IMF
Political|US|World

Pope Francis' US legacy defined by growing divisions as Catholic Right surges

When Pope Francis visited the United States in 2015, cheering crowds of Catholics and non-Catholics turned out in New York, Washington and Philadelphia to greet him

Pope Francis' US legacy defined by growing divisions as Catholic Right surges
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Abuse victims say they saw progress under Pope Francis, just not enough

When Pope Francis sat with his head in his hands and listened to accounts of clerical sexual abuse for an hour longer than scheduled during a trip to Dublin in

Abuse victims say they saw progress under Pope Francis, just not enough
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Harker says US poverty levels may be understated

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia President Patrick Harker said on Tuesday the true level of poverty in the United States might be understated, in comments that did not address

Fed's Harker says US poverty levels may be understated
Business|Europe|Political|World

German army approaches big firms for NATO logistics aid, Handelsblatt daily says

The German army has asked several large firms about whether they could provide logistics support if the country needs to deploy soldiers and equipment to NATO's eastern border

German army approaches big firms for NATO logistics aid, Handelsblatt daily says
Europe|Political|World

See the moment Vatican announces death of Pope Francis

A video released by Vatican media shows the moment the pope's death was announced on Monday morning by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo. The camerlengo — or chamberlain — is the acting head of the Vatican in the period between the death or resignation of a pope and appointment of the next leader of the Catholic Church.

See the moment Vatican announces death of Pope Francis
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|US

I study local government and Hurricane Helene forced me from my home − here’s how rural towns and counties in North Carolina and beyond cooperate to rebuild

The Trump administration wants to abolish FEMA and hand disaster recovery over to states. But local officials are best positioned to help local people in a crisis.

I study local government and Hurricane Helene forced me from my home − here’s how rural towns and counties in North Carolina and beyond cooperate to rebuild
Crime|Education|Political|US

Habeas corpus: A thousand-year-old legal principle for defending rights that’s getting a workout under the Trump administration

Habeas corpus – a Latin phrase meaning ‘you shall have the body’ – protects any person, whether citizen or not, from being illegally confined. It’s a crucial element of US law.

Habeas corpus: A thousand-year-old legal principle for defending rights that’s getting a workout under the Trump administration
Education|Opinion|Political|US

Reducing diversity, equity and inclusion to a catchphrase undermines its true purpose

When used as an abbreviation, DEI’s role in tackling racism and bias becomes susceptible to political manipulation and dismantling.

Reducing diversity, equity and inclusion to a catchphrase undermines its true purpose
Election|Political|US

A warning for Democrats from the Gilded Age and the 1896 election

Effective Republican organizing and intraparty divisions among Democrats solidified GOP political dominance until the 1930s.

A warning for Democrats from the Gilded Age and the 1896 election
Education|Environment|Opinion|Political|US

Stripping federal protection for clean water harms just about everyone, especially already vulnerable communities

These aren’t abstract problems. They’re happening right now, in real communities, to real people.

Stripping federal protection for clean water harms just about everyone, especially already vulnerable communities
Political|Science|Technology|US

Some politicians who share harmful information are rewarded with more clicks, study finds

A study of US state legislators found that posting misinformation online was a winning strategy for boosting a politician’s visibility – but not for Democrats.

Some politicians who share harmful information are rewarded with more clicks, study finds
Europe|Political|World

Moscow, Kyiv blame each other for blocking truce talks as Washington loses patience

Russia and Ukraine accused each other on Tuesday of standing in the way of negotiations on a moratorium on attacking civilian targets, as the warring sides jockey for the favour of a Trump

Moscow, Kyiv blame each other for blocking truce talks as Washington loses patience
Asia|Business|Political|World

China asks Korea not to supply products using rare earths to US defence firms, paper reports

Beijing recently asked South Korean companies not to ship products containing China's rare earth minerals to U.S. defence firms, the Korea Economic Daily reported on Tuesday, citing

China asks Korea not to supply products using rare earths to US defence firms, paper reports
Europe|Political|World

PM Starmer welcomes UK top court ruling on biological sex in equality laws

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said a landmark ruling that the legal definition of a woman under equality laws should be based on biological sex provided much-needed clarity

PM Starmer welcomes UK top court ruling on biological sex in equality laws
Business|Europe|Political

Sweden eyes purchase of combat vehicles with Norway, Lithuania, Finland

Sweden, Lithuania, Norway and Finland are considering a coordinated acquisition of hundreds of CV90 infantry combat vehicles made by BAE Systems, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf

Sweden eyes purchase of combat vehicles with Norway, Lithuania, Finland
Australia|Election|Political|Technology

Australian leaders vow to stand firm on social media age limits as election nears

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he expects to receive pressure from social media giants to ease Australia's impending ban on children using their platforms,

Australian leaders vow to stand firm on social media age limits as election nears
Education|Political|US

US college presidents unite against Trump's higher education policies

More than 200 university and college presidents in a joint statement accused U.S.

US college presidents unite against Trump's higher education policies
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China urges Japan to help fight US tariffs together, Kyodo reports

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has sent a letter to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba calling for a coordinated response to U.S.

China urges Japan to help fight US tariffs together, Kyodo reports
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian guided bombs kill woman in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia, governor says

Russia struck the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia with two guided aerial bombs on Tuesday, killing a woman and injuring 26 other

Russian guided bombs kill woman in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia, governor says
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates

Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates

Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates
Europe|Political|World

HOW IS A NEW POPE CHOSEN?

The process to find Pope Francis' successor will start soon.

HOW IS A NEW POPE CHOSEN?
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel steps up Gaza strikes; polio vaccination halted by blockade

The Israeli military launched one of the biggest waves of strikes in Gaza for weeks on Tuesday, residents said, and health officials issued a new warning that

Israel steps up Gaza strikes; polio vaccination halted by blockade
Election|Political|US

How Trump waged war on his perceived foes in first 100 days

Hours after swearing an oath to defend the U.S.

How Trump waged war on his perceived foes in first 100 days
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

'Major loser' reporting for duty

Morning Bid U.S. What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Amanda Cooper, EMEA Markets Breaking News Editor  It's no secret that U.S.

'Major loser' reporting for duty
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spain vows to meet NATO spending goal of 2% GDP in 2025

Spain will meet NATO's target of spending 2% of gross domestic product on defence this year, much earlier than its previous self-imposed deadline of 2029, Prime Minister Pedro

Spain vows to meet NATO spending goal of 2% GDP in 2025
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

What's known about whether Trump can fire Powell from the Fed

President Donald Trump on Monday kept up his verbal assault on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over the Fed's refusal for now to further cut interest rates, rattling financial markets

What's known about whether Trump can fire Powell from the Fed
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis' body to lie in state before funeral on Saturday

Pope Francis' funeral will be held on Saturday in St.

Pope Francis' body to lie in state before funeral on Saturday
MidEast|Political|US

Anti-Defamation League says anger at Israel is now the driving force behind antisemitism in the US

The Anti-Defamation League says the number of antisemitic incidents in the United States reached a record high last year

Anti-Defamation League says anger at Israel is now the driving force behind antisemitism in the US
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Lockheed Martin's quarterly profit rises on resilient defense demand

Lockheed Martin reported a higher first-quarter profit on Tuesday and reaffirmed its forecasts for the year on the back of resilient demand for its missile

Lockheed Martin's quarterly profit rises on resilient defense demand
Asia|Political|World

Heading for Vatican, cardinal recalls Pope Francis' love for East Timor

The first ever cardinal of Roman Catholic-majority East Timor had barely had time to process the news of Pope Francis' death when he received the summons

Heading for Vatican, cardinal recalls Pope Francis' love for East Timor
Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Political|US

Most US adults give to charity. Here's where they donated

A new AP-NORC poll finds about three-quarters of U.S. adults say their household contributed at least some money to a charitable organization

Most US adults give to charity. Here's where they donated
Europe|Political|World

What happens next after Francis’ death? How the Catholic Church will pick a successor

What happens next after Francis’ death? How the Catholic Church will pick a successor

What happens next after Francis’ death? How the Catholic Church will pick a successor
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Investors fear Trump's attacks on Powell will pile on pain

Investors are fearful of a deep hit to asset prices if U.S.

Investors fear Trump's attacks on Powell will pile on pain
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

German government forecasts economic stagnation in 2025, source says

The German government cut its economic forecast for this year and now foresees stagnation instead of 0.3% growth, a source told Reuters on Tuesday, confirming a report by the

German government forecasts economic stagnation in 2025, source says
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

The iPhone’s biggest rival may have one advantage in Trump’s tariff war

The iPhone’s biggest rival may have one advantage in Trump’s tariff war

The iPhone’s biggest rival may have one advantage in Trump’s tariff war
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|US

Many Canadian 'snowbirds' in US looking to pack up and fly north - for good

The number of Canadian "snowbirds" planning to sell their second homes in sunny Florida and Arizona has surged this spring, many of them put off by

Many Canadian 'snowbirds' in US looking to pack up and fly north - for good
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Want evidence Trump’s tariffs are upending the global economy? Here it is

Want evidence Trump’s tariffs are upending the global economy? Here it is

Want evidence Trump’s tariffs are upending the global economy? Here it is
Economy|Political|US

'Americans are not buying what Trump is selling them': Harry Enten breaks down new poll

CNN chief data analyst Harry Enten breaks down the latest polls on how Americans feel about the economy and President Donald Trump’s net approval ratings.

'Americans are not buying what Trump is selling them': Harry Enten breaks down new poll
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Defending migrants was a priority for Pope Francis from the earliest days of his papacy

The plight of migrants was one of Pope Francis’ top priorities

Defending migrants was a priority for Pope Francis from the earliest days of his papacy
Election|Political|US

As Democrats rally around Abrego Garcia case, some worry a due process argument won’t land with voters

As Democrats rally around Abrego Garcia case, some worry a due process argument won’t land with voters

As Democrats rally around Abrego Garcia case, some worry a due process argument won’t land with voters
Environment|Political|World

Pope Francis converted to the environmental cause and denounced those he blamed for climate change

In his landmark 2015 encyclical “Praised Be,” Pope Francis cast care for the planet as an urgent and existential moral concern

Pope Francis converted to the environmental cause and denounced those he blamed for climate change
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

China says Iran's foreign minister will visit on Wednesday

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi will visit China on April 23 at the invitation of China, the Chinese foreign ministry announced on Tuesday.

China says Iran's foreign minister will visit on Wednesday
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political|Stock Markets

European shares close higher as financials, L'Oreal rise; Fed spat still a worry

European shares ended slightly higher on Tuesday on the back of rising financials and post-earnings gains in L'Oreal, though sentiment

European shares close higher as financials, L'Oreal rise; Fed spat still a worry
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia

Pope Francis's death has elicited an outpouring of grief in Indonesia, with tributes in the world's largest Muslim-majority country praising the pontiff's

Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia
Asia|Political|World

China expresses condolences over death of Pope Francis

China's foreign ministry on Tuesday expressed condolences over the death of Pope Francis, but said it had no information to share on who might attend the funeral.

China expresses condolences over death of Pope Francis
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Russia is ramping up hybrid attacks against Europe, Dutch intelligence says

By Anthony Deutsch and Bart H.

Russia is ramping up hybrid attacks against Europe, Dutch intelligence says
Asia|Political|Science|Technology|World

Russia's Rosatom says will proceed with Myanmar nuclear plant despite quake

A plan to build a nuclear power plant will continue in Myanmar, a war-torn Southeast Asian country partly devastated by a massive earthquake in March, the

Russia's Rosatom says will proceed with Myanmar nuclear plant despite quake
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

BoE's Greene says US tariffs likely to put downward pressure on UK inflation

Britain is more likely to see lower rather than higher inflation as a result of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs, Bank of England policymaker Megan Greene said on Tuesday.

BoE's Greene says US tariffs likely to put downward pressure on UK inflation
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Jerome Powell isn’t rushing to lower rates, even if Trump is rushing to fire him

Jerome Powell isn’t rushing to lower rates, even if Trump is rushing to fire him

Jerome Powell isn’t rushing to lower rates, even if Trump is rushing to fire him
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Gold surges to new record high after Trump’s repeated attacks on US Fed chief

Gold surges to new record high after Trump’s repeated attacks on US Fed chief

Gold surges to new record high after Trump’s repeated attacks on US Fed chief
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology

Majority of German firms fear negative effects of Trump tariffs, ZEW finds

More than 80% of German companies in manufacturing and the information technology industry expect a negative impact on the German economy from tariffs imposed by the U.S., according

Majority of German firms fear negative effects of Trump tariffs, ZEW finds
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Euro zone firms were seeing improved business momentum before tariffs, ECB says

Euro zone firms were reporting improved business momentum in the weeks leading up to the Trump administration's early April tariff announcement, mainly reflecting an incipient

Euro zone firms were seeing improved business momentum before tariffs, ECB says
Europe|Political|World

Europeans outlined non-negotiable issues to US for Ukraine-Russia peace deal, French minister says

European powers told the United States last week which aspects of a potential peace deal between Ukraine and Russia would be non-negotiable for them, ahead of a new round of

Europeans outlined non-negotiable issues to US for Ukraine-Russia peace deal, French minister says
Asia|Political|World

China sends team to Myanmar to monitor ceasefire, foreign ministry says

China has recently sent a team to Myanmar to monitor a ceasefire it brokered between the country's ruling military and a rebel group, China's foreign ministry said on Tuesday,

China sends team to Myanmar to monitor ceasefire, foreign ministry says
Asia|Political|World

Pope’s death receives muted official response in China, which has a tense relationship with the Vatican

Pope’s death receives muted official response in China, which has a tense relationship with the Vatican

Pope’s death receives muted official response in China, which has a tense relationship with the Vatican
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Japan sees little scope for grand deal on yen in talks with U.S

When Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato meets his U.S. counterpart Scott Bessent in Washington this week, the yen is shaping up to be a major

Japan sees little scope for grand deal on yen in talks with U.S
Europe|Political|World

Russian drone attack injures three people in Ukraine's Odesa, governor says

Russian forces launched a mass overnight drone attack on Ukraine's Black Sea port city of Odesa, wounding three people and damaging many apartments, local officials said early on

Russian drone attack injures three people in Ukraine's Odesa, governor says
Asia|Economy|Political

Taiwan cabinet to ask parliament to unfreeze $4 billion amid budget standoff

Taiwan's cabinet said on Tuesday it will ask the opposition controlled legislature to release more than $4 billion in funds frozen as part of a stand-off over this year's budget,

Taiwan cabinet to ask parliament to unfreeze $4 billion amid budget standoff
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Thai PM says US tariff negotiations postponed to review 'issues'

Thailand's negotiations with Washington on steep trade tariffs were postponed because the United States has asked Bangkok to review important issues, Prime Minister Paetongtarn

Thai PM says US tariff negotiations postponed to review 'issues'
Australia|Election|Political

Australians start voting in general elections as pope's death overshadows campaigning

Australians have begun voting at general elections as the death of Pope Francis had led to a cancellation of campaign events

Australians start voting in general elections as pope's death overshadows campaigning
Asia|Business|Political

China ramps up business charm offensive towards Taiwan alongside political pressure, study shows

Nearly 40,000 Taiwanese joined industry events in China such as conferences and trade fairs supported by the Chinese government in 2024, a study showed on Tuesday, as

China ramps up business charm offensive towards Taiwan alongside political pressure, study shows
Asia|Political|World

'A true father to us' - Filipinos mourn Pope Francis

Filipinos knelt before a framed photo of Pope Francis surrounded by flowers and candles inside the Manila Cathedral on Tuesday for a solemn Mass

'A true father to us' - Filipinos mourn Pope Francis
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

India under tariff pressure to give Amazon and Walmart full market access, FT reports

U.S.

India under tariff pressure to give Amazon and Walmart full market access, FT reports
Environment|Political|US

Environmental lawyers get ready to pounce on Trump’s energy deregulation moves

U.S. environmental groups say they are hiring lawyers and preparing for a major legal showdown with President Donald Trump's administration over its

Environmental lawyers get ready to pounce on Trump’s energy deregulation moves
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Vietnam cracks down on fraud on US exports, document shows

Vietnam's trade ministry has issued a directive to crack down on illegal transhipment of goods to the United States and other trading partners as it tries to

Vietnam cracks down on fraud on US exports, document shows
Europe|Political|US|World

Putin says he’s open to direct talks with Ukraine as US pressure builds

Putin says he’s open to direct talks with Ukraine as US pressure builds

Putin says he’s open to direct talks with Ukraine as US pressure builds
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Trying to contain US market contagion

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole. There is an old saying that when the U.S. sneezes, the world catches a cold.

Trying to contain US market contagion
Europe|Political|World

Which cardinals are seen as contenders to be the next pope?

Even though cardinals don’t campaign for the job, there are always front-runners going into a conclave to choose the next pope

Which cardinals are seen as contenders to be the next pope?
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis' conservative critics had a unique way to oppose him: a retired pontiff

Every pope has his critics

Pope Francis' conservative critics had a unique way to oppose him: a retired pontiff
Americas|Europe|Political|World

An Irish-born American cardinal is entrusted as the 'camerlengo,' running the Holy See between popes

An Irish-born American cardinal was entrusted by Pope Francis to be the camerlengo, the Vatican official who runs the Holy See after the death of one pontiff and before the election of another

An Irish-born American cardinal is entrusted as the 'camerlengo,' running the Holy See between popes
Political|US

Elie Honig: Supreme Court signals distrust in Trump administration

CNN Senior Legal Analyst Elie Honig weighs in on the Supreme Court's decision to temporarily pause deportations under the Alien Enemies Act.

Elie Honig: Supreme Court signals distrust in Trump administration
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

South Korea's acting president Han expects positive outcome from US trade talks

South Korea's acting president Han Duck-soo expects this week's trade talks with the United States to pave the way for a mutually beneficial outcome, he said during a

South Korea's acting president Han expects positive outcome from US trade talks
Asia|Economy|Education|Political|US|World

Trump visa cuts and tariff hikes turn Chinese students away from American Dream

When 25-year-old biology student Yao's PhD program enrollment was deferred due to funding cuts at her U.S. university, she joined a growing list of

Trump visa cuts and tariff hikes turn Chinese students away from American Dream
Americas|Australia|Political|World

New Zealand government's minority party introduces bill to define gender as biological

Minority coalition partner New Zealand First introduced a bill to parliament on Tuesday that if enacted would define women and men by their biology, preventing trans women and

New Zealand government's minority party introduces bill to define gender as biological
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denied him temporary release to attend the delivery

Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denied him temporary release to attend the delivery

Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denied him temporary release to attend the delivery
Political|US

GOP Rep. Byron Donalds faces shouting, critical questions over DOGE at contentious town hall

GOP Rep. Byron Donalds faces shouting, critical questions over DOGE at contentious town hall

GOP Rep. Byron Donalds faces shouting, critical questions over DOGE at contentious town hall
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US invokes RICO law in charging more alleged Venezuelan gang members

More than two dozen people whom the U.S. government says are current or past members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua have been charged with murder, sex trafficking and

US invokes RICO law in charging more alleged Venezuelan gang members
MidEast|Political|US

Retired colonel reacts to reports Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared detailed plans about a military operation against the Houthis in Yemen on a second Signal group chat that included his wife, lawyer and brother, three people familiar with the chat told CNN. Former Biden administration Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh and CNN military analyst retired US Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton join Jessica Dean to discuss.

Retired colonel reacts to reports Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat
Australia|Election|Political

Early voting in Australia election begins, PM Albanese's party holds slender lead

Early voting in the Australian election began on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's centre-left Labor party holding a slim lead over the conservative

Early voting in Australia election begins, PM Albanese's party holds slender lead
Australia|Election|Political|World

Australian PM attends mass for Pope, services are planned across region

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese cancelled some of his election campaigning events on Tuesday to mark the death of Pope Francis, while

Australian PM attends mass for Pope, services are planned across region
Education|Political|US

Harvard sues Trump administration to stop the freeze of more than $2 billion in grants

Harvard University has filed suit to halt a federal freeze on more than $2.2 billion in grants after recently announcing it would defy the Trump administration’s demands to limit activism on campus

Harvard sues Trump administration to stop the freeze of more than $2 billion in grants
Africa|Political|World

Sudan’s paramilitaries kill more than 30 in a new attack on a Darfur city, activists say

A Sudanese activist group says the notorious paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has attacked a city in the western Darfur region, killing more than 30 people

Sudan’s paramilitaries kill more than 30 in a new attack on a Darfur city, activists say
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Brazil's Lula to attend Pope Francis' funeral

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and first lady Janja Lula da Silva will travel to Rome to attend Pope Francis' funeral, the Brazilian government said in a statement

Brazil's Lula to attend Pope Francis' funeral
Food|Health|Political|US

US FDA suspends milk quality tests amid workforce cuts

The Food and Drug Administration is suspending a quality control program for testing of fluid milk and other dairy products due to reduced capacity in its food

US FDA suspends milk quality tests amid workforce cuts
Business|Political|Technology|US

Google could use AI to extend search monopoly, DOJ says as trial begins

Alphabet's Google needs strong measures imposed on it to prevent it from using its artificial intelligence products to extend its dominance in online search, a U.S.

Google could use AI to extend search monopoly, DOJ says as trial begins
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Venezuelan migrants were set for deportation without judicial review, lawyers tell US Supreme Court

President Donald Trump's administration was prepared to carry out deportations of dozens of Venezuelan migrants detained in Texas under a 1798 law historically

Venezuelan migrants were set for deportation without judicial review, lawyers tell US Supreme Court
Education|Political|US

Harvard sues the Trump administration, taking the fight over federal funding and academic freedom to court

Harvard sues the Trump administration, taking the fight over federal funding and academic freedom to court

Harvard sues the Trump administration, taking the fight over federal funding and academic freedom to court
Crime|Political|US

Jury begins deliberating in Lori Vallow Daybell's trial on charge she conspired to kill her husband

Jurors will resume deliberating Tuesday in the Arizona trial of Lori Vallow Daybell

Jury begins deliberating in Lori Vallow Daybell's trial on charge she conspired to kill her husband
Economy|Education|Political|US

Student loans in default to be referred to debt collection, Education Department says

The Education Department will begin collection next month on student loans that are in default, including the garnishing of wages for potentially millions of borrowers, officials said Monday

Student loans in default to be referred to debt collection, Education Department says
Business|Political|US

Unilever threatens to pull funding from the Ben & Jerry's Foundation, sources say

Unilever is threatening to halt funding to the Ben & Jerry’s Foundation, a U.S.-based nonprofit that makes donations to social justice organizations, sources

Unilever threatens to pull funding from the Ben & Jerry's Foundation, sources say
Education|Political|US

Harvard University sues to block Trump from slashing billions in research funding

Harvard University sued on Monday to block U.S.

Harvard University sues to block Trump from slashing billions in research funding
Economy|Education|Health|Political|US

NIH moving to ban grants to universities with DEI programs, Israeli boycotts

NIH moving to ban grants to universities with DEI programs, Israeli boycotts

NIH moving to ban grants to universities with DEI programs, Israeli boycotts
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Puerto Rico's government demands answers from energy company after island-wide blackout

Puerto Rico’s governor is urging people to moderate their energy consumption and warns the island has no additional power generation capability to fall back on days after a massive blackout hit the U.S. territory

Puerto Rico's government demands answers from energy company after island-wide blackout
Crime|Education|Political|US

Students from 2 Florida shootings demand the governor reject a law to lower the gun purchasing age

Students who experienced a shooting at both Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018 and Florida State University days ago have sent a letter to Gov. Ron DeSantis demanding he reject a law that would lower the firearm purchase age back to 18 years old

Students from 2 Florida shootings demand the governor reject a law to lower the gun purchasing age
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vance and Modi meet in New Delhi to discuss trade deal and avoid US tariffs

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration

Vance and Modi meet in New Delhi to discuss trade deal and avoid US tariffs
Education|Finance|Political|US

Education Department to resume collecting student loans in default

Education Department to resume collecting student loans in default

Education Department to resume collecting student loans in default
Crime|Political|US

Wife of former US Sen. Bob Menendez convicted in bribery scheme

The wife of former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez has been convicted of charges that she teamed up with the New Jersey Democrat to accept bribes of cash, gold bars and a luxury car

Wife of former US Sen. Bob Menendez convicted in bribery scheme
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trading Day: Trump pummels Powell

TRADING DAY Making sense of the forces driving global markets By Jamie McGeever, Markets Columnist  America's 'emerging market tendencies' If there's an

Trading Day: Trump pummels Powell
Economy|Education|Political|US

US Education Department to resume collecting student loans in default from May 5

The U.S. Department of Education said on Monday it will resume collecting federal student repayments from borrowers in default from May 5 after a pause of more than five years.

US Education Department to resume collecting student loans in default from May 5
Americas|Political|US

'Disruptor' Hegseth's unsettled Pentagon starts turning against him

Pete Hegseth wanted to make waves at the Pentagon.

'Disruptor' Hegseth's unsettled Pentagon starts turning against him
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judge skeptical Trump's Venezuela deportation notices comply with Supreme Court ruling

A U.S. judge expressed skepticism on Monday that the notice the Trump administration pledged to give Venezuelan migrants before deporting them under a wartime law complied with

Judge skeptical Trump's Venezuela deportation notices comply with Supreme Court ruling
Australia|Europe|Political|World

Britain and New Zealand to step up military ties as leaders meet

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon are expected to agree to deepen defence and security ties, including stepping up support for

Britain and New Zealand to step up military ties as leaders meet
Election|Political|US

Trump approval rating dips; many wary of his wielding of power, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

President Donald Trump's public approval rating edged down to its lowest level since his return to the White House, as Americans showed signs of wariness over his

Trump approval rating dips; many wary of his wielding of power, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Crime|Political|US

The Latest: Harvard sues Trump administration to stop its grants freeze

Harvard University announced Monday that it was suing to halt a federal freeze on more than $2.2 billion in grants after the institution said it would defy the Trump administration’s demands to limit activism on campus

The Latest: Harvard sues Trump administration to stop its grants freeze
Americas|Political|World

Pope Francis was a source of controversy and spiritual guidance in his Argentine homeland

The faithful in Pope Francis’ hometown lit candles in the church where he found God as a teenager

Pope Francis was a source of controversy and spiritual guidance in his Argentine homeland
Political|Technology|Travel|US

Key safety notification system for pilots to be replaced years ahead of schedule

Key safety notification system for pilots to be replaced years ahead of schedule

Key safety notification system for pilots to be replaced years ahead of schedule
Political|Sports|US

Boston Marathon no-shows similar to 2024, dispelling concerns that politics would scare runners away

The Boston Marathon had about the same number of no-shows as last year, dispelling concerns that international runners would skip the race in the face of increased U.S. border scrutiny

Boston Marathon no-shows similar to 2024, dispelling concerns that politics would scare runners away
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street and the dollar tumble as investors retreat further from the United States

Wall Street weakened as investors worldwide get more skeptical about U.S. investments because of President Donald Trump’s trade war and his criticism of the Federal Reserve, which are shaking the traditional order

Wall Street and the dollar tumble as investors retreat further from the United States
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Reactions to the death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died on Monday. He was 88, and had suffered a serious bout of double pneumonia.

Reactions to the death of Pope Francis
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US bank regulator lays out plans for 20% staff reduction, emails says

A top U.S. bank regulator told staff on Monday that it plans to cut its workforce by roughly 20% as part of the Trump administration's broader efforts to cull

US bank regulator lays out plans for 20% staff reduction, emails says
Crime|Political|US

Former US Senator Bob Menendez's wife, Nadine Menendez, convicted at bribery trial

Nadine Menendez, the wife of former U.S.

Former US Senator Bob Menendez's wife, Nadine Menendez, convicted at bribery trial
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Wall St ends sharply lower following Trump's anti-Powell tirade

U.S. stocks suffered steep losses on Monday as U.S.

Wall St ends sharply lower following Trump's anti-Powell tirade
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump meets with US retailers to discuss tariffs

U.S.

Trump meets with US retailers to discuss tariffs
Europe|Political|World

Putin says he is open to direct peace talks with Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed on Monday bilateral talks with Ukraine for the first time since the early days of the war, and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr

Putin says he is open to direct peace talks with Ukraine
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

More Democratic lawmakers are visiting El Salvador on Abrego Garcia's behalf

Four House Democrats are visiting El Salvador in a bid to support Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man whom the Trump administration deported to a notorious Salvadoran prison

More Democratic lawmakers are visiting El Salvador on Abrego Garcia's behalf
Americas|Europe|Health|Political|World

OBIT: POPE FRANCIS DIES AT 88

Pope Francis, voice for the poor who reshaped the Catholic Church, dies at 88, the Vatican has announced.

OBIT: POPE FRANCIS DIES AT 88
Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis, voice for the poor who transformed the Catholic Church, dies on Easter Monday

Pope Francis, voice for the poor who transformed the Catholic Church, dies on Easter Monday

Pope Francis, voice for the poor who transformed the Catholic Church, dies on Easter Monday
Health|Political|US

US Supreme Court appears likely to uphold Obamacare's preventive care coverage mandate

The Supreme Court seems likely to uphold a key preventive care provision of the Affordable Care Act

US Supreme Court appears likely to uphold Obamacare's preventive care coverage mandate
Europe|Political|US|World

Meet the US cardinal now running the Vatican

Meet the US cardinal now running the Vatican

Meet the US cardinal now running the Vatican
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Stocks tumble and dollar hits three-year low as Trump bashes Powell again

Stocks tumble and dollar hits three-year low as Trump bashes Powell again

Stocks tumble and dollar hits three-year low as Trump bashes Powell again
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis led the church with humility and simplicity

Pope Francis understood the power of a simple touch

Pope Francis led the church with humility and simplicity
Political|Technology|US

FAA to deploy new pilot messaging database system by September

The Federal Aviation Administration said on Monday it plans to deploy a new pilot messaging database by September after a series of outages have raised safety

FAA to deploy new pilot messaging database system by September
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Oil falls over 2% on signs of progress in US-Iran talks, demand fears

Oil prices fell more than 2% on Monday on signs of progress in talks between the U.S. and Iran, while investors remained concerned about economic headwinds from

Oil falls over 2% on signs of progress in US-Iran talks, demand fears
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Dollar hits three-year low as Trump attacks threaten Fed's independence

The dollar tumbled on Monday to its lowest level in three years as investor confidence in the U.S. economy took another hit over President Donald Trump's attacks on

Dollar hits three-year low as Trump attacks threaten Fed's independence
MidEast|Political|US

Trump stands behind Hegseth after attack plans shared in second Signal chat

President Donald Trump said on Monday that he stood behind U.S.

Trump stands behind Hegseth after attack plans shared in second Signal chat
MidEast|Political|US|World

Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth created another Signal messaging chat that included his wife and brother where he shared similar details of a March military airstrike against Yemen’s Houthi militants that were sent in another chain with top Trump administration leaders

Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports
MidEast|Political|World

Pope's frequent calls to a Catholic church made him a revered figure in war-battered Gaza

In the last 18 months of his life, Pope Francis had a frequent ritual: He would call the lone Catholic church in the Gaza Strip to see how people huddled inside were coping with a devastating war

Pope's frequent calls to a Catholic church made him a revered figure in war-battered Gaza
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US

Trump says gray skies for the White House Easter egg roll mean no worries about sunburn

President Donald Trump says overcast weather for the annual White House Easter egg roll means no one has to worry about getting sunburned

Trump says gray skies for the White House Easter egg roll mean no worries about sunburn
Business|Political|Technology|US

White House Easter Egg Roll features Big Tech logos, branding

White House Easter Egg Roll features Big Tech logos, branding

White House Easter Egg Roll features Big Tech logos, branding
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

How stocks, bonds and other markets have fared so in 2025

Global financial markets have been turned upside down this year by President Donald Trump’s burgeoning trade war

How stocks, bonds and other markets have fared so in 2025
Americas|Crime|Election|Political|World

Who are the people Bukele wants to exchange for Venezuelan detainees in El Salvador?

El Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele proposed a deal on Sunday to send 252 Venezuelans deported by the United States and imprisoned in his country back to Venezuela in exchange for

Who are the people Bukele wants to exchange for Venezuelan detainees in El Salvador?
MidEast|Political|US

White House denies report it is searching for new defense secretary

The White House on Monday denied a report that it has begun searching for a new defense secretary after Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth reportedly shared details of a U.S. attack on Yemen's

White House denies report it is searching for new defense secretary
Economy|Environment|Political|US

US may withhold environmental approvals for NY City projects if state does not end congestion pricing

The Trump administration may withhold environmental approvals for Manhattan transportation projects if New York state does not end congestion pricing, U.S.

US may withhold environmental approvals for NY City projects if state does not end congestion pricing
Economy|Health|Political|US

As Trump eyes coal revival, his job cuts hobble black lung protections for miners

Josh Cochran worked deep in the coal mines of West Virginia since he was 22 years old, pulling a six-figure salary that allowed him to buy a

As Trump eyes coal revival, his job cuts hobble black lung protections for miners
Health|Political|US

US Supreme Court grapples with Obamacare preventive care case

The U.S.

US Supreme Court grapples with Obamacare preventive care case
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US stocks, dollar slide; Trump's attacks on Fed chair fuel anxiety

Major U.S. stock indexes dropped and the dollar index slid to a three-year low on Monday as U.S.

US stocks, dollar slide; Trump's attacks on Fed chair fuel anxiety
Americas|Economy|Election|Political

Carney ahead in polls as Canada enters last week of election campaign

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, ahead in polls in the run-up to an April 28 election, renewed calls on Monday for voters to

Carney ahead in polls as Canada enters last week of election campaign
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump warns of economic slowdown unless Fed cuts rates, triggering selloff

The U.S. economy could slow unless interest rates are lowered immediately, President Donald Trump said on Monday, repeating his criticism of Federal

Trump warns of economic slowdown unless Fed cuts rates, triggering selloff
Europe|Political|World

Who could be the next pope? Some possible candidates

Predict who the next pope will be at your peril.

Who could be the next pope? Some possible candidates
Business|Finance|Political|US

US Supreme Court rebuffs CSX bid to revive antitrust suit against Norfolk Southern

The U.S.

US Supreme Court rebuffs CSX bid to revive antitrust suit against Norfolk Southern
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies after stroke and cardiac arrest

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died on Monday after suffering a stroke and cardiac arrest,

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies after stroke and cardiac arrest
Crime|Political|US

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s bag, including $3,000 in cash, is stolen from DC restaurant

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s bag, including $3,000 in cash, is stolen from DC restaurant

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s bag, including $3,000 in cash, is stolen from DC restaurant
Health|Political|US

Supreme Court could help preserve Obamacare’s no-cost preventive care task force

Supreme Court could help preserve Obamacare’s no-cost preventive care task force

Supreme Court could help preserve Obamacare’s no-cost preventive care task force
MidEast|Political|US

White House voices support for Hegseth as a new Signal chat revelation stirs fresh Pentagon turmoil

The White House has expressed support for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following media reports that he shared sensitive military details in another Signal messaging chat that included his wife and brother

White House voices support for Hegseth as a new Signal chat revelation stirs fresh Pentagon turmoil
Health|Political|US

Abortions are resuming at a Wyoming clinic after judge suspends laws

Wyoming’s only abortion clinic is resuming abortions after a judge suspended two state laws

Abortions are resuming at a Wyoming clinic after judge suspends laws
Crime|Political|US

Homeland Security Secretary Noem's purse stolen at DC restaurant, officials say

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse was stolen at a Washington, D

Homeland Security Secretary Noem's purse stolen at DC restaurant, officials say
Food|Health|Political|Science|US

FACT FOCUS: Examining RFK Jr.'s claims about measles, autism and diet as head of HHS

Health Secretary Robert F

FACT FOCUS: Examining RFK Jr.'s claims about measles, autism and diet as head of HHS
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Gaza rescue service dismisses Israeli probe into killing of medics as a 'fabricated investigation'

The main Palestinian rescue service in Gaza has condemned Israel’s probe into the killings of 15 medical workers last month, calling it a “fabricated investigation.”

Gaza rescue service dismisses Israeli probe into killing of medics as a 'fabricated investigation'
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Modi, Vance tout progress on India-US trade deal

U.S.

Modi, Vance tout progress on India-US trade deal
Europe|Political|US|World

JD Vance was one of the last leaders to meet with Pope Francis

One of Pope Francis’ final encounters before his death was with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who visited the Vatican over the weekend

JD Vance was one of the last leaders to meet with Pope Francis
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Technology|US

Big Tech's 'Magnificent Seven' heads into earnings season reeling from Trump turbulence

As Big Tech kicks off its quarterly earnings season this week, the industry’s bellwether companies have been thrust into a cauldron of uncertainty and turmoil that they didn’t anticipate when Donald Trump re-entered the White House less than 100 days ago

Big Tech's 'Magnificent Seven' heads into earnings season reeling from Trump turbulence
Americas|Environment|Health|Political|World

The Latest: Pope Francis dies at age 88

Pope Francis has died at age 88

The Latest: Pope Francis dies at age 88
Arts|Entertainment|Political

'Andor' returns to Disney+ and takes 'Star Wars' to new and rebellious places

“Andor” is returning to Disney+

'Andor' returns to Disney+ and takes 'Star Wars' to new and rebellious places
Business|Political|Technology|US

Google faces off with US government in attempt to break up company in search monopoly case

Google on Monday began confronting an existential threat as the U.S. government tries to break up the company as punishment for turning its revolutionary search engine into a ruthless monopoly

Google faces off with US government in attempt to break up company in search monopoly case
Election|Finance|Political|US

Virginia Democrats reap fundraising gains as they center campaigns around Elon Musk

Virginia Democrats are vying to shield their statehouse majority while flipping the governor’s mansion in November, and new reports show they have a cash advantage in those races against Republicans

Virginia Democrats reap fundraising gains as they center campaigns around Elon Musk
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Shell to complete survey at Venezuela gas field as license wind-down approaches

Oil and gas group Shell plans to complete a marine survey at Venezuela's offshore Dragon gas field before a U.S.-set May deadline to wind down all licenses related to energy projects in the

Shell to complete survey at Venezuela gas field as license wind-down approaches
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

NY Fed finds Americans trimming back wage expectations for new jobs

By Michael S.

NY Fed finds Americans trimming back wage expectations for new jobs
Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis gave women Vatican roles, but held back on wider changes

One of the most long-lasting impacts of Pope Francis' pontificate may be his appointment of more women than ever before to top Vatican positions.

Pope Francis gave women Vatican roles, but held back on wider changes
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin hawk Patrushev says trust between Russia and U.S. should be restored

One of the Kremlin's most senior hawks, Nikolai Patrushev, said on Monday that trust between the two "great powers" of Russia and the United States should be restored and that

Kremlin hawk Patrushev says trust between Russia and U.S. should be restored
Food|Health|Political|US

Trump administration to announce plan to remove artificial food dyes from US food supply

Trump administration to announce plan to remove artificial food dyes from US food supply

Trump administration to announce plan to remove artificial food dyes from US food supply
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Ukraine sending delegation to London talks on settling war

Ukainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that Kyiv was sending a delegation to talks in London on Wednesday with Western countries on finding a resolution to the more than

Zelenskiy says Ukraine sending delegation to London talks on settling war
Health|Political|US

As more parents abstain from vaccinations, children from low-income households may pay the price

Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to explore the socioeconomic causes behind the drop in childhood immunizations, using data from the CDC.

As more parents abstain from vaccinations, children from low-income households may pay the price
Economy|Political|US

FACT FOCUS: Trump exaggerates revenue from tariffs

President Donald Trump is claiming that tariffs on imported goods are bringing in billions of dollars a day — $2 billion to be exact

FACT FOCUS: Trump exaggerates revenue from tariffs
Europe|Health|Political|World

Pope Francis spent final day working, despite doctors' orders

After spending more than five weeks in hospital for a bout of double pneumonia, doctors told Pope Francis he needed two months' rest - but the leader of the

Pope Francis spent final day working, despite doctors' orders
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Palestinian Red Crescent says Israeli probe into Gaza aid workers' killings not enough

The Palestinian Red Crescent called on Monday for a "serious investigation" into the killing of 15 aid workers in Gaza last month, a day after the Israeli military

Palestinian Red Crescent says Israeli probe into Gaza aid workers' killings not enough
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Catholics express hurt over late Pope's war stance

Worshippers coming out of a Catholic church service in the Ukrainian city of Lviv on Monday expressed sorrow at the death of Pope Francis, but also lingering

Ukraine's Catholics express hurt over late Pope's war stance
Europe|Political|World

After Pope Francis' death, focus turns to cardinals who will choose his successor

With the death of Pope Francis, announced by the Vatican on Monday, Roman Catholics around the globe will start speculating on who among the red-robed

After Pope Francis' death, focus turns to cardinals who will choose his successor
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump renews attack on Federal Reserve Chair Powell, Dow Jones tumbles 1,000 points

President Donald Trump is repeating his attacks against the chair of the Federal Reserve, demanding that the central bank lower its key interest rate to boost the economy

Trump renews attack on Federal Reserve Chair Powell, Dow Jones tumbles 1,000 points
Environment|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump and Francis, both elected as outsiders, sparred from afar on policy and diverged on leadership style

Trump and Francis, both elected as outsiders, sparred from afar on policy and diverged on leadership style

Trump and Francis, both elected as outsiders, sparred from afar on policy and diverged on leadership style
Europe|Political|World

Putin says Easter ceasefire is over, Russia 'positive' on peace proposals

Fighting in Ukraine has resumed after the Easter ceasefire, Russia's President Vladimir Putin said on Monday, adding that Moscow was open to any peace initiatives and expected

Putin says Easter ceasefire is over, Russia 'positive' on peace proposals
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Bosnia's truck drivers protest, demand government help for the sector

More than 500 trucks drove through the Bosnian capital Sarajevo on Monday, blowing horns in a protest against the government's failure to help the struggling transportation sector

Bosnia's truck drivers protest, demand government help for the sector
MidEast|Political|World

Gaza's Christians 'heartbroken' for pope who phoned them nightly

Members of Gaza's tiny Christian community said they were "heartbroken" on Monday at the death of Pope Francis, who campaigned for peace

Gaza's Christians 'heartbroken' for pope who phoned them nightly
MidEast|Political

Israeli spy chief hands court scathing rebuke of Netanyahu bid to sack him

The head of Israel's domestic intelligence service said on Monday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bid to sack him followed his refusal to fulfil requests

Israeli spy chief hands court scathing rebuke of Netanyahu bid to sack him
Crime|Political|US

US Supreme Court won't save Minnesota age restriction on carrying guns

Minnesota can no longer enforce its law barring people younger than 21 years old from obtaining a permit to carry a handgun in public after the U.S.

US Supreme Court won't save Minnesota age restriction on carrying guns
Americas|Political|US|World

US Congress members visit El Salvador to facilitate release of deported man

Four Democratic U.S. representatives arrived in El Salvador on Monday hoping to compel the Trump administration to release Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran man mistakenly deported and

US Congress members visit El Salvador to facilitate release of deported man
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death

Tributes to Pope Francis are pouring in from around the world

Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death
Europe|Political|World

Russian attacks during Easter ceasefire declared by Putin killed 3 in Ukraine's Kherson region

The head of Ukraine's southern Kherson region says that Russian attacks during the 30-hour Easter ceasefire unilaterally declared by President Vladimir Putin over the weekend killed three people in the region

Russian attacks during Easter ceasefire declared by Putin killed 3 in Ukraine's Kherson region
Political|US

Supreme Court to decide if Texas woman who says mail wasn’t delivered because she is Black can sue USPS

Supreme Court to decide if Texas woman who says mail wasn’t delivered because she is Black can sue USPS

Supreme Court to decide if Texas woman who says mail wasn’t delivered because she is Black can sue USPS
Crime|Political|US

US Supreme Court won't revive a Minnesota ban on gun-carry permits for young adults

The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from Minnesota asking to revive the state’s ban on gun-carry permits for young adults

US Supreme Court won't revive a Minnesota ban on gun-carry permits for young adults
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US bond funds suffer fifth weekly outflow on tariff-driven inflation fears

U.S. bond funds came under heavy selling pressure in the week to April 16, highlighting concerns that U.S.

US bond funds suffer fifth weekly outflow on tariff-driven inflation fears
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

China retreats from US private equity investments, FT reports

China's state-backed funds are pulling back from investing in the funds of U.S.-headquartered private capital firms amid an escalating trade war between the world's two biggest economies,

China retreats from US private equity investments, FT reports
Business|Europe|Political|Technology

EU says it will enforce digital rules irrespective of CEO and location

The European Union is determined to enforce its full digital rule book no matter who is in charge of companies such as X, Meta, Apple and Tiktok or where they are based, Commission

EU says it will enforce digital rules irrespective of CEO and location
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Russian central bank expected to keep key rate on hold at 21%: Reuters poll

The Russian central bank will keep its benchmark rate on hold at 21% at a board meeting on April 25, all 25 analysts who took part in a Reuters poll predicted

Russian central bank expected to keep key rate on hold at 21%: Reuters poll
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|Travel

It’s the world’s northernmost airport. And its runway is melting

It’s the world’s northernmost airport. And its runway is melting

It’s the world’s northernmost airport. And its runway is melting
Europe|Political|World

'They never even pretended': Ukrainian MP accuses Russia of breaking 'Easter truce'

Ukrainian parliament member Inna Sovsun told CNN Russian forces continued attacks just hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a brief Easter truce. There have been no pauses in the conflict since Russia launched its unprovoked full-scale invasion in February 2022.

'They never even pretended': Ukrainian MP accuses Russia of breaking 'Easter truce'
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Lawful permanent residents like Mahmoud Khalil have a right to freedom of speech – but does that protect them from deportation?

The Trump administration says it can deport noncitizen students that create foreign security threats. The Supreme Court might ultimately decide the limits of these residents’ free speech.

Lawful permanent residents like Mahmoud Khalil have a right to freedom of speech – but does that protect them from deportation?
Economy|Education|Finance|Opinion|Political

Endowments aren’t blank checks – but universities can rely on them more heavily in turbulent times

Most institutions of higher education have more freedom to spend from their endowments than they may realize.

Endowments aren’t blank checks – but universities can rely on them more heavily in turbulent times
Environment|Political|US

Federal laws don’t ban rollbacks of environmental protection, but they don’t make it easy

Some restrictions prevent loosening of existing environmental standards for clean air and water. Other rules can be changed – though only through a challenging and multistep democratic process.

Federal laws don’t ban rollbacks of environmental protection, but they don’t make it easy
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Davos gathering founder Klaus Schwab quits as World Economic Forum chair

Klaus Schwab, founder of the World Economic Forum, whose annual gathering of business and political leaders in the Swiss mountain resort of Davos became a symbol of

Davos gathering founder Klaus Schwab quits as World Economic Forum chair
Americas|Health|Political|World

Pope Francis, the Argentine pontiff, never returned home

Argentines long waited for Pope Francis to visit the homeland he left in 2013 to become the head of the Roman Catholic Church.

Pope Francis, the Argentine pontiff, never returned home
Asia|Business|Economy|Election|Political|Stock Markets

TSX opens lower as Trump's Fed criticism shakes markets

Canada's main stock index opened lower on Monday, dragged by losses in energy shares, while U.S.

TSX opens lower as Trump's Fed criticism shakes markets
Business|Crime|Political|US

Trump's transportation officials buck a long-held practice of using 'road diets' to slow speeders

Removing lanes to slow down speeding drivers is a long-embraced strategy for improving safety on city streets

Trump's transportation officials buck a long-held practice of using 'road diets' to slow speeders
Health|Political|US

With future of gun research in question, new report finds US emergency departments see a firearm injury every 30 minutes

With future of gun research in question, new report finds US emergency departments see a firearm injury every 30 minutes

With future of gun research in question, new report finds US emergency departments see a firearm injury every 30 minutes
Environment|Political|US

Climate non-profits anticipate fight with Trump over tax status

U.S. non-profit organizations that focus on climate change are getting ready to fight a possible move by the Trump administration to

Climate non-profits anticipate fight with Trump over tax status
Celebrity|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis: His pontificate in numbers

Here are some statistics about Pope Francis, whose death at the age of 88 was announced by the Vatican on Monday.

Pope Francis: His pontificate in numbers
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says U.S. position ruling out NATO membership for Ukraine gives satisfaction

The Kremlin said on Monday that the position of U.S.

Kremlin says U.S. position ruling out NATO membership for Ukraine gives satisfaction
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

BOJ likely to keep rate-hike signal intact despite Trump tariff risks, sources say

The Bank of Japan is expected to signal next week that risks from higher U.S. tariffs will not derail a cycle of rising wages and inflation seen as crucial to keep

BOJ likely to keep rate-hike signal intact despite Trump tariff risks, sources say
Asia|Political|World

Philippines Marcos describes Pope Francis as "best pope in my lifetime"

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Monday described Pope Francis as the "best pope in my lifetime," as he expressed deep sorrow over his passing.

Philippines Marcos describes Pope Francis as "best pope in my lifetime"
Americas|Political|World

Argentina mourns its compatriot Pope Francis

Argentines held a special Mass and lit candles on Monday, mourning in shock for their countryman Pope Francis, who has died after battling

Argentina mourns its compatriot Pope Francis
Africa|Political|World

South Sudan's military recaptures key town from White Army militia

South Sudan's army said it had recaptured a key town in Upper Nile state that it lost to an ethnic Nuer militia in March in clashes which led to the arrest of First Vice President Riek

South Sudan's military recaptures key town from White Army militia
Election|Europe|Political|World

What are the church's rites for the death of a pope and the election of a new one?

The death of a pope triggers a centuries-old ritual to elect a new one

What are the church's rites for the death of a pope and the election of a new one?
MidEast|Political|US

Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat that included his wife and brother

Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat that included his wife and brother

Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat that included his wife and brother
Asia|Political|World

East Timor president says death of Pope Francis a 'tremendous loss' for the world

East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta said on Monday the death of Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, was a tremendous loss for the world, not just

East Timor president says death of Pope Francis a 'tremendous loss' for the world
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Republican lawmakers face clean-energy conundrum as they work on tax bill

Republican lawmakers working to extend U.S.

Republican lawmakers face clean-energy conundrum as they work on tax bill
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Some migrants in Canada lose work status while applications languish

Migrants living in Canada are facing longer waits to renew paperwork that would allow them to keep working legally, as growing backlogs and changing rules

Some migrants in Canada lose work status while applications languish
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Putin praises Pope Francis, sends his condolences

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent his condolences on the passing of Pope Francis, the Kremlin said on Monday.

Putin praises Pope Francis, sends his condolences
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

China central bank urges state-owned businesses to prioritise yuan in overseas expansion

China's central bank said on Monday it was encouraging state-owned enterprises to prioritise yuan usage in payment and settlement in their overseas expansion, in what is seen as an

China central bank urges state-owned businesses to prioritise yuan in overseas expansion
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

South Korea's economic growth likely stalled again in Q1

South Korea's economy barely grew last quarter as persistent global trade risks and weak domestic demand continued to sap momentum, a Reuters poll of economists

South Korea's economic growth likely stalled again in Q1
Asia|Political|World

Taiwan sends condolences to Vatican, one of its few allies, on death of Pope Francis

Taiwan will send envoys of the "appropriate level" to Pope Francis' funeral given the deep friendship between the island and the Vatican, the Taiwanese foreign ministry said on

Taiwan sends condolences to Vatican, one of its few allies, on death of Pope Francis
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump’s trade war is pushing investors away from America

Trump’s trade war is pushing investors away from America

Trump’s trade war is pushing investors away from America
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia launches deadly aerial barrage on Ukraine as US pushes for peace plan

Russia launches deadly aerial barrage on Ukraine as US pushes for peace plan

Russia launches deadly aerial barrage on Ukraine as US pushes for peace plan
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Venezuela’s Maduro demands El Salvador’s Bukele release ‘kidnapped’ deportees after prisoner swap offer

Venezuela’s Maduro demands El Salvador’s Bukele release ‘kidnapped’ deportees after prisoner swap offer

Venezuela’s Maduro demands El Salvador’s Bukele release ‘kidnapped’ deportees after prisoner swap offer
Education|Political|US

Lawsuits seek to restore dozens of foreign students’ legal status amid targeting by immigration authorities

Lawsuits seek to restore dozens of foreign students’ legal status amid targeting by immigration authorities

Lawsuits seek to restore dozens of foreign students’ legal status amid targeting by immigration authorities
Political|US

Hear from protesters rallying against Trump across the US

Nationwide protests against President Donald Trump and his administration united an outpouring of protesters across the country. Some were organized as a national day of action, while others were protests against specific administration policies. Hear what they are saying.

Hear from protesters rallying against Trump across the US
Asia|Political|US|World

US general says allied forces can repel Asia aggression as Philippines combat drills open

Thousands of allied American and Filipino forces have opened annual combat drills that will include simulating the defense of the Philippine archipelago and seas in a battle scenario that has antagonized China

US general says allied forces can repel Asia aggression as Philippines combat drills open
Americas|Environment|Health|Political|World

Francis: The ‘outsider’ pope who faced fierce resistance to his reforms

Francis: The ‘outsider’ pope who faced fierce resistance to his reforms

Francis: The ‘outsider’ pope who faced fierce resistance to his reforms
Europe|Political|World

What happens now, following the funeral of Pope Francis

Here is what happens next in the Roman Catholic Church following the funeral of Pope Francis, after his death at the age of 88, and the announcement of the start of the

What happens now, following the funeral of Pope Francis
Celebrity|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Pope Francis' papacy in his own words

Below are some memorable quotes from Pope Francis, whose death at the age of 88 was announced by the Vatican on Monday.

Pope Francis' papacy in his own words
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

S.Korea braces for tough US trade talks, liberal party issues caution

South Korea's acting President Han Duck-soo said on Monday he expected trade talks with the United States this week in Washington to be the start of

S.Korea braces for tough US trade talks, liberal party issues caution
Europe|Political|World

Italian PM hails Pope Francis' help in hard times

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni mourned Pope Francis on Monday as a friend who had given her comfort in tough times and done his duty to the end.

Italian PM hails Pope Francis' help in hard times
Europe|Health|Political|World

The life and times of Pope Francis

Following are some of the major events of the life and ministry of Pope Francis, who has died at the age of 88.

The life and times of Pope Francis
Americas|Political|World

From Buenos Aires to Rome: Key dates in the life of Pope Francis

The first pope from the Americas was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Dec. 17, 1936

From Buenos Aires to Rome: Key dates in the life of Pope Francis
Asia|Business|Political|US|World

China to retaliate with sanctions on US officials, NGO leaders over Hong Kong issues

China will sanction U.S. officials, lawmakers and leaders of non-governmental organizations who Chinese officials say have performed poorly on Hong Kong issues in a retaliatory move against Washington

China to retaliate with sanctions on US officials, NGO leaders over Hong Kong issues
Business|Election|Finance|Political|US

Donald Trump raised nearly $240 million for his inauguration — more than double the previous record, new filings show

Donald Trump raised nearly $240 million for his inauguration — more than double the previous record, new filings show

Donald Trump raised nearly $240 million for his inauguration — more than double the previous record, new filings show
Europe|Political|World

'Who am I to judge?' Pope Francis had an informal, lighthearted speaking style

Pope Francis had an informal, lighthearted speaking style

'Who am I to judge?' Pope Francis had an informal, lighthearted speaking style
Americas|Environment|Political|World

Pope Francis reached out to migrants and the LGBTQ+ community, but also drew unusual opposition

Pope Francis was the first pope from the Americas, the first Jesuit pontiff and the first to take the name of Francis, after St. Francis of Assisi

Pope Francis reached out to migrants and the LGBTQ+ community, but also drew unusual opposition
Europe|Political|World

Francis changed church policy on the death penalty and nuclear weapons but upheld it on abortion

Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church’s teaching in areas such as the death penalty and nuclear weapons

Francis changed church policy on the death penalty and nuclear weapons but upheld it on abortion
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Tariff deal talks to dominate IMF-World Bank meetings this week

Hundreds of global finance leaders will descend on Washington this week, each with a singular mission: Who can I talk with to cut a trade deal?

Tariff deal talks to dominate IMF-World Bank meetings this week
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Pope Francis shook up Church with simplicity, raising conservative ire

Pope Francis changed the face of the modern papacy more than any predecessor by shunning much of its pomp and privilege, but his attempts to make the

Pope Francis shook up Church with simplicity, raising conservative ire
Europe|Political|World

What happens when a pope dies?

With the death of Pope Francis, announced by the Vatican on Monday, the Roman Catholic Church will begin elaborate rituals steeped in tradition that mark the

What happens when a pope dies?
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China and Indonesia agree to boost maritime security cooperation in South China Sea despite tensions

Indonesia and China say they have committed to maritime cooperation promoting safety and security in the South China Sea

China and Indonesia agree to boost maritime security cooperation in South China Sea despite tensions
MidEast|Political|US|World

US airstrikes killed 12 people in Yemen’s capital, the Houthi rebels say

U.S. airstrikes targeting Yemen’s capital killed 12 people and wounded 34 others, the Houthi rebels said early Monday

US airstrikes killed 12 people in Yemen’s capital, the Houthi rebels say
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Iran's top diplomat to visit China on Tuesday

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will visit China on Tuesday, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday, ahead of a third round of nuclear talks between

Iran's top diplomat to visit China on Tuesday
Business|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Norway's Prime Minister to meet US President Trump on Thursday

Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere and finance minister Jens Stoltenberg will meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Thursday, the prime minister's office said.

Norway's Prime Minister to meet US President Trump on Thursday
Asia|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Trump tariff worries spur record overseas demand for JGBs

The longest-dated Japanese government bonds attracted record foreign demand last month as money shifted out of U.S. debt in search of other safe havens as President Donald

Trump tariff worries spur record overseas demand for JGBs
Asia|Political|World

Philippines, US launch joint combat drills in 'full battle test'

More than 14,000 Filipino and American soldiers kicked off annual military exercises on Monday for a "full battle test" between the two defence treaty allies in the

Philippines, US launch joint combat drills in 'full battle test'
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China warns countries against striking trade deals with US at its expense

China on Monday accused Washington of abusing tariffs and warned countries against striking a broader economic deal with the United States at its expense,

China warns countries against striking trade deals with US at its expense
Asia|Political|US|World

China sanctions US congress members, officials and NGO heads

China has imposed sanctions on some U.S. congress members, government officials as well as heads of non-governmental organisations for "egregious behaviour on Hong Kong-related

China sanctions US congress members, officials and NGO heads
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

China warns countries against making trade deals with the US unfavorable to Beijing

China is warning other countries against making trade deals with the United States to China’s detriment

China warns countries against making trade deals with the US unfavorable to Beijing
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Turkey's Simsek sees very high probability of inflation in cenbank range

Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said he does not foresee Turkey changing its economic course following recent market and trade developments, and

Turkey's Simsek sees very high probability of inflation in cenbank range
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

BOJ chief Ueda to visit Washington for G20, IMF meetings

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda will visit Washington from Tuesday through Sunday to attend the G20 finance leaders' gathering and the annual spring International Monetary Fund

BOJ chief Ueda to visit Washington for G20, IMF meetings
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

India hopes to conclude trade pact with US this year, finance minister says

India hopes to "positively conclude" the first part of a trade pact with the United States by this autumn, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Monday as she started on a

India hopes to conclude trade pact with US this year, finance minister says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Malaysia says respects multilateralism, will continue to engage China, EU, U.S

Malaysia respects the principle of multilateralism and will continue to engage with trading partners such as China, the European Union and the United States, its trade minister

Malaysia says respects multilateralism, will continue to engage China, EU, U.S
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Japan to voice concern over US trade deal inconsistency, PM Ishiba says

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Monday Tokyo has no plan to terminate a trade deal struck with the U.S. in 2019, but will keep voicing "grave concern"

Japan to voice concern over US trade deal inconsistency, PM Ishiba says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Turkey's Simsek to meet ratings agencies, investors on US trip

Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said he will meet with rating agencies, investors and companies planning to shift supply to Turkey during a

Turkey's Simsek to meet ratings agencies, investors on US trip
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Beijing warns countries against colluding with US to restrict trade with China

Beijing warns countries against colluding with US to restrict trade with China

Beijing warns countries against colluding with US to restrict trade with China
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|US

EU explores tweaking methane rules for US gas to help trade talks, sources say

The European Union is looking at ways to make it easier for U.S. gas exports to comply with its methane emissions rules, as the bloc attempts

EU explores tweaking methane rules for US gas to help trade talks, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Second Boeing jet starts return from China, tracker shows

A second Boeing jet intended for use by a Chinese airline was heading back to the U.S. on Monday, flight tracking data showed, in what appeared to be another victim of the tit-for-tat

Second Boeing jet starts return from China, tracker shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's foreign minister calls on Indonesia to oppose unilateralism

China's foreign minister said on Monday that China and Indonesia should oppose "any form" of unilateralism and trade protectionism at a press conference on Monday.

China's foreign minister calls on Indonesia to oppose unilateralism
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US multinationals extend currency hedges to counter Trump's tariff volatility

U.S. multinational companies are extending their currency hedges to longer periods to shield their cash flows from potential exchange rate volatility triggered by

US multinationals extend currency hedges to counter Trump's tariff volatility
Americas|Election|Political

Conservative Poilievre seemed poised to be Canada's next leader. Then Trump declared economic war

Until a few months ago, Pierre Poilievre was seen as a shoo-in to become Canada’s next prime minister and shepherd his Conservative Party back into power for the first time in a decade

Conservative Poilievre seemed poised to be Canada's next leader. Then Trump declared economic war
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US

Trump's tough talk might help Liberal Mark Carney win a full term as Canada's prime minister

Mark Carney’s political career is only months old and it’s already been a roller-coaster ride

Trump's tough talk might help Liberal Mark Carney win a full term as Canada's prime minister
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political

Vietnam central bank preparing restructuring plan for troubled lender SCB

Vietnam's central bank is drafting a plan to restructure the troubled Saigon Joint Stock Commercial Bank, the lender at the centre of the country's biggest financial fraud on record,

Vietnam central bank preparing restructuring plan for troubled lender SCB
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Vance and Modi are likely to discuss a potential US-India trade deal. Here's what to know

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has begun a four-day tour of India as the two countries seek to strengthen their partnership by negotiating a bilateral trade deal

Vance and Modi are likely to discuss a potential US-India trade deal. Here's what to know
Economy|Lifestyle|Political|US

60,000 Americans to lose their rental assistance and risk eviction unless Congress acts

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development says that rental assistance for some 60,000 Americans fleeing homelessness or domestic violence will run out of money by the end of next year

60,000 Americans to lose their rental assistance and risk eviction unless Congress acts
Asia|Election|Political

South Korea's presidential frontrunner vows to address 'Korea Discount'

South Korea's leading presidential candidate, Lee Jae-myung, pledged on Monday to revive legislation to curb abuses by controlling shareholders, as part

South Korea's presidential frontrunner vows to address 'Korea Discount'
Crime|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Moscow court finds Google guilty of disclosing Russian war casualties, TASS says

A Moscow court has found Alphabet's Google guilty of disclosing personal data of Russian servicemen who died in Ukraine, Russia's TASS news agency reported on Monday, citing court documents

Moscow court finds Google guilty of disclosing Russian war casualties, TASS says
Asia|Business|Political|US|World

China Cosco Shipping protests US port fees

Chinese ports operator Cosco Shipping said in a statement on Monday it opposed accusations by the United States and measures against China's shipbuilding and logistics industry.

China Cosco Shipping protests US port fees
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea finds 'Made in Korea' breaches intended to bypass US tariffs

South Korea has found increased attempts to disguise foreign products as Korean exports, primarily from China, to avoid U.S.

South Korea finds 'Made in Korea' breaches intended to bypass US tariffs
Education|Health|MidEast|Political|US

Trump threatens to cut another $1 billion in Harvard funding, WSJ reports

U.S.

Trump threatens to cut another $1 billion in Harvard funding, WSJ reports
MidEast|Political|US

Pentagon chief Hegseth shared sensitive Yemen war plans in second Signal chat, source says

U.S.

Pentagon chief Hegseth shared sensitive Yemen war plans in second Signal chat, source says
Americas|Crime|Political|World

3 Haitian soldiers warring with gangs are slain outside of Port-au-Prince

Authorities say at least three Haitian soldiers were killed in an apparent gang ambush in a town on the outskirts of Haiti’s capital of Port-au-Prince on Sunday

3 Haitian soldiers warring with gangs are slain outside of Port-au-Prince
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Salvadoran President Bukele proposes prisoner swap with Maduro for Venezuelan deportees

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele has proposed carrying out a prisoner swap with Venezuela, suggesting he would exchange Venezuelan deportees from the United States his government has kept imprisoned for who he called “political prisoners” in Venezuela

Salvadoran President Bukele proposes prisoner swap with Maduro for Venezuelan deportees
Americas|Political|World

El Salvador proposes swapping US-deported Venezuelans for Venezuelan 'political prisoners'

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele on Sunday proposed sending 252 Venezuelans deported from the U.S. and imprisoned in his country to Venezuela, in exchange for taking "

El Salvador proposes swapping US-deported Venezuelans for Venezuelan 'political prisoners'
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

South Korea April 1-20 exports fall as US shipments drop amid tariffs

South Korea's exports for the first 20 days of April fell 5.2% from a year earlier, dragged down by U.S.-bound shipments, customs data showed on Monday, amid President Donald Trump's

South Korea April 1-20 exports fall as US shipments drop amid tariffs
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says Russia is trying to create an 'impression of a ceasefire' as attacks continue

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of trying to create an “impression of a ceasefire,” saying Russian forces continued attacks after President Vladimir Putin’s declaration of an Easter truce

Zelenskyy says Russia is trying to create an 'impression of a ceasefire' as attacks continue
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Alito criticizes US Supreme Court's decision to 'hastily' block deportations

U.S.

Alito criticizes US Supreme Court's decision to 'hastily' block deportations
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine reports nearly 3,000 violations of Russia's own Easter ceasefire vow

Ukraine's forces reported 2,935 violations of Russia's own Easter ceasefire vow, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said early on Monday.

Ukraine reports nearly 3,000 violations of Russia's own Easter ceasefire vow
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Marijuana holiday 4/20 coincides with Easter and Passover this year. Here's what to know

Marijuana culture’s high holiday known as 4/20 fell this year on Easter, as well as the last day of Passover

Marijuana holiday 4/20 coincides with Easter and Passover this year. Here's what to know
Health|Political

Former CDC official reveals why he left after RFK Jr. took over

CNN's Anderson Cooper speaks with former CDC communications director Kevin Griffis about his decision to step down after President Donald Trump's pick to lead the agency, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., took over.

Former CDC official reveals why he left after RFK Jr. took over
Europe|Political|World

Kyiv and Moscow accuse each other of countless violations of one-day Easter ceasefire

Russia and Ukraine accused each other of thousands of attacks that violated the one-day Easter ceasefire declared by President Vladimir

Kyiv and Moscow accuse each other of countless violations of one-day Easter ceasefire
Education|Political|Sports|US

John Korir hopes to build on Chicago win and join his brother as a Boston Marathon champion

John Korir has the resume that proves he is fast enough to win the Boston Marathon and the family connections that might just help him do it

John Korir hopes to build on Chicago win and join his brother as a Boston Marathon champion
Crime|Political|US

Sen. Chris Van Hollen argues Trump administration’s actions in Abrego Garcia case ‘threaten everybody’s rights’

Sen. Chris Van Hollen argues Trump administration’s actions in Abrego Garcia case ‘threaten everybody’s rights’

Sen. Chris Van Hollen argues Trump administration’s actions in Abrego Garcia case ‘threaten everybody’s rights’
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli probe into the killings of 15 Palestinian medics in Gaza finds 'professional failures'

An Israeli investigation into the killings of 15 Palestinian medics last month in Gaza by Israeli forces says it has found “professional failures.”

Israeli probe into the killings of 15 Palestinian medics in Gaza finds 'professional failures'
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine asks Russia to halt strikes on civilian targets for 30 days

Ukraine proposes that Russia abandon drone and missile strikes on civilian infrastructure for at least 30 days, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday.

Ukraine asks Russia to halt strikes on civilian targets for 30 days
Americas|Political|US

Alito's dissent in deportation case says court rushed to block Trump with middle-of-the night order

Justice Samuel Alito has written a sharp dissent that castigates the seven-member majority for blocking the Trump administration from deporting any Venezuelans held in northern Texas under an 18th-century wartime law

Alito's dissent in deportation case says court rushed to block Trump with middle-of-the night order
Economy|Political|US

Toll on Manhattan drivers remains in effect, despite Trump’s Easter Sunday deadline

Manhattan’s congestion toll remains in effect, despite an Easter deadline from President Donald Trump’s administration to halt the first-in-the-nation fee

Toll on Manhattan drivers remains in effect, despite Trump’s Easter Sunday deadline
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Russia-Ukraine war: US says it would welcome extension of ceasefire

The U.S.

Russia-Ukraine war: US says it would welcome extension of ceasefire
MidEast|Political|US

Ousted Pentagon officials question leak investigation claims

Dan Caldwell, once one of U.S.

Ousted Pentagon officials question leak investigation claims
Political|US

Anti-Trump resistance sees another leader in Van Hollen as Democrats' leadership carousel turns

Chris Van Hollen has emerged, for now, as a leading figure in the resistance to President Donald Trump

Anti-Trump resistance sees another leader in Van Hollen as Democrats' leadership carousel turns
Health|Political|US

Trump is defending Obamacare at the Supreme Court. A win could boost RFK Jr.’s influence

Trump is defending Obamacare at the Supreme Court. A win could boost RFK Jr.’s influence

Trump is defending Obamacare at the Supreme Court. A win could boost RFK Jr.’s influence
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political

15 years after Deepwater Horizon oil spill, lawsuits stall and restoration is incomplete

Fifteen years after the Deepwater Horizon disaster off the Gulf Coast, the effects of the largest oil spill in U.S. history are still being felt

15 years after Deepwater Horizon oil spill, lawsuits stall and restoration is incomplete
Election|Political|US

Democrats’ crises begin to play out in early Senate recruitment and first campaigns

Democrats’ crises begin to play out in early Senate recruitment and first campaigns

Democrats’ crises begin to play out in early Senate recruitment and first campaigns
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's military finds 'professional failures' in killings of Gaza medics

The Israeli military on Sunday said a review into last month's killing of emergency responders in Gaza found there had been "

Israel's military finds 'professional failures' in killings of Gaza medics
Europe|Political|World

Putin accused of breaching own truce as brief pause to fighting in Ukraine ends

Putin accused of breaching own truce as brief pause to fighting in Ukraine ends

Putin accused of breaching own truce as brief pause to fighting in Ukraine ends
Political|US

Republican senator criticizes Trump, calls Abrego Garcia case a 'screw up'

Republican U.S. senator John Kennedy criticized President Donald Trump and his administration on Sunday for their handling of the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia,

Republican senator criticizes Trump, calls Abrego Garcia case a 'screw up'
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Goolsbee hopes US not moving to where monetary independence is questioned - CBS 'Face the Nation'

Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee said on Sunday that he hopes the United States is not moving to an environment where the ability of the central bank to set monetary

Fed's Goolsbee hopes US not moving to where monetary independence is questioned - CBS 'Face the Nation'
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese authorities detain people they say were planning rocket attacks on Israel

Lebanese authorities have detained several people who were allegedly planning to launch rockets into Israel and seized the weapons

Lebanese authorities detain people they say were planning rocket attacks on Israel
Crime|Political|US

Freddie Gray's family marks 10 years since his death, calls for continued progress

Freddie Gray's family marks 10 years since his death, calls for continued progress

Freddie Gray's family marks 10 years since his death, calls for continued progress
Asia|Political|World

Hong Kong’s oldest pro-democracy party is shutting down as Beijing leaves no room for dissent

Hong Kong’s oldest pro-democracy party is shutting down as Beijing leaves no room for dissent

Hong Kong’s oldest pro-democracy party is shutting down as Beijing leaves no room for dissent
Education|Health|Political|Science|US

Many in the autism community say RFK Jr. is pushing harmful and regressive rhetoric about who they are

Many in the autism community say RFK Jr. is pushing harmful and regressive rhetoric about who they are

Many in the autism community say RFK Jr. is pushing harmful and regressive rhetoric about who they are
Business|Economy|Food|Health|Political

This Midwestern city has long been a federal hub. The pain from DOGE’s cuts is everywhere

The Kansas City, Missouri, metropolitan area has long been a regional hub for the federal government, and the pain from the Trump administration's cuts can be seen everywhere

This Midwestern city has long been a federal hub. The pain from DOGE’s cuts is everywhere
Europe|Political|US|World

Vance meets Pope Francis on Easter Sunday after tangle over migration, gets chocolate eggs for kids

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has met briefly with Pope Francis on Easter Sunday as the pontiff recovers from pneumonia

Vance meets Pope Francis on Easter Sunday after tangle over migration, gets chocolate eggs for kids
Business|Economy|Political|US

Chickens. Pickup trucks. Trade war?

Chickens. Pickup trucks. Trade war?

Chickens. Pickup trucks. Trade war?
Economy|Food|MidEast|Political|World

First wheat shipment since Assad's ouster arrives in Syria's Latakia

A ship carrying wheat has arrived in Syria's Latakia port, the first delivery of its kind since former President Bashar al-Assad was ousted by rebels in December, the government said

First wheat shipment since Assad's ouster arrives in Syria's Latakia
Political|US

‘50501’ protesters denounce Trump administration in nationwide rallies while supporting impacted communities

‘50501’ protesters denounce Trump administration in nationwide rallies while supporting impacted communities

‘50501’ protesters denounce Trump administration in nationwide rallies while supporting impacted communities
Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance
Africa|Political|World

Congo suspends former president Kabila's political party

Democratic Republic of Congo suspended former President Joseph Kabila's political party and ordered his assets seized over accusations of supporting Rwandan-backed rebels

Congo suspends former president Kabila's political party
Africa|Education|Europe|Political|World

Descendants of slave owners and enslaved people in the Caribbean call for reparations at the UN

The great-great grandson of 19th-century British prime minister William Gladstone says he “shocked and horrified” to learn about seven years ago that his ancestors were slave owners in Jamaica and Guyana

Descendants of slave owners and enslaved people in the Caribbean call for reparations at the UN
Crime|Political|US

‘It’s all about what was known and when’: Will the mother of FSU shooting suspect face charges?

‘It’s all about what was known and when’: Will the mother of FSU shooting suspect face charges?

‘It’s all about what was known and when’: Will the mother of FSU shooting suspect face charges?
Business|Political|Technology|US|World

Countries shore up their digital defenses as global tensions raise the threat of cyberwarfare

Countries around the world are tightening their cyberdefenses as global tensions rise

Countries shore up their digital defenses as global tensions raise the threat of cyberwarfare
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pope Francis greets cheering Easter crowds from popemobile as he recovers from pneumonia

Pope Francis entered St.

Pope Francis greets cheering Easter crowds from popemobile as he recovers from pneumonia
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US Supreme Court temporarily blocks deportations of Venezuelan migrants under wartime law

The U.S.

US Supreme Court temporarily blocks deportations of Venezuelan migrants under wartime law
Europe|Political|US|World

Pope Francis, a Trump critic, meets US VP Vance on Easter morning

Pope Francis held a private meeting at the Vatican on Sunday morning with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, the Vatican said in a statement.

Pope Francis, a Trump critic, meets US VP Vance on Easter morning
Business|Economy|Political|US

Strollers and other baby products will get more expensive -- and harder to find -- with tariffs

Raising a child in America has never been cheap

Strollers and other baby products will get more expensive -- and harder to find -- with tariffs
Europe|Political|World

Russia says Ukraine broke ceasefire over a thousand times, reports civilian casualties

Russia's defence ministry said on Sunday that Ukraine had broken the Easter ceasefire declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin more than a thousand times, inflicting damages to

Russia says Ukraine broke ceasefire over a thousand times, reports civilian casualties
Europe|Political|World

Ukrainians mark Easter with little faith in Russia ceasefire

Dozens of Ukrainians gathered at a bombed-out church in the country’s north to celebrate Easter Sunday, doubting a ceasefire with Russia is possible

Ukrainians mark Easter with little faith in Russia ceasefire
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

GOP strategist on IRS acting chief's departure: 'Trump chose his cabinet members over Elon Musk'

Republican strategist Melik Abdul and Coleman Hughes weigh in on acting IRS commissioner Gary Shapley being replaced. Sources told CNN that Shapley, President Trump’s pick for the top IRS job, will be replaced by Michael Faulkender, the deputy secretary of the Treasury.

GOP strategist on IRS acting chief's departure: 'Trump chose his cabinet members over Elon Musk'
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy tells Ukraine on Easter: 'Evil may have its hour but God will have his day'

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged Ukrainians on Easter Sunday not to give up hope that peace will return to their country and to persevere to overcome the difficult path of war on

Zelenskiy tells Ukraine on Easter: 'Evil may have its hour but God will have his day'
Americas|Economy|Election|Political

Canada votes in federal elections under shadow of Trump threats. Here’s what you need to know

Canada votes in federal elections under shadow of Trump threats. Here’s what you need to know

Canada votes in federal elections under shadow of Trump threats. Here’s what you need to know
Europe|Political|World

Putin declares brief ‘Easter truce’ but Ukraine says Russian attacks continue

Putin declares brief ‘Easter truce’ but Ukraine says Russian attacks continue

Putin declares brief ‘Easter truce’ but Ukraine says Russian attacks continue
Business|Economy|Political|US

‘Chaotic’ tariff regime and trade war are leaving small businesses in their wake

‘Chaotic’ tariff regime and trade war are leaving small businesses in their wake

‘Chaotic’ tariff regime and trade war are leaving small businesses in their wake
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

South Korea, US, to hold trade talks this week, Seoul says

South Korea and the United States will hold trade consultations this week in Washington at the suggestion of the United States, Seoul's trade ministry said on Sunday.

South Korea, US, to hold trade talks this week, Seoul says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

China's US envoy urges end to trade war, but warns Beijing ready to fight

China's ambassador to the United States, Xie Feng, has urged Washington to seek common ground with Beijing and pursue peaceful coexistence while warning that China stood

China's US envoy urges end to trade war, but warns Beijing ready to fight
Crime|Europe|Political|World

An incessant crackdown in Belarus hurls dozens of independent journalists into harsh prisons

Dozens of journalists in Belarus have been imprisoned in recent years under a crackdown by authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko

An incessant crackdown in Belarus hurls dozens of independent journalists into harsh prisons
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Man who fatally shot 23 at El Paso Walmart set to plead guilty to murder nearly 6 years on

Nearly six years after a man fatally shot 23 people in a racist attack targeting Hispanic shoppers at a Walmart in Texas near the U.S.-Mexico border, the gunman's criminal case is set to come to a close

Man who fatally shot 23 at El Paso Walmart set to plead guilty to murder nearly 6 years on
Europe|Political|World

Putin attends Orthodox Easter service after declaring ceasefire in Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin and Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin joined other worshippers for an Easter service led by the head of Russia's Orthodox Church, Patriarch Kirill, a faithful backer of

Putin attends Orthodox Easter service after declaring  ceasefire in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Boeing jet returns to US from China, a victim of Trump's tariff war

A Boeing jet intended for use by a Chinese airline landed back at the planemaker's U.S. production hub on Sunday, a victim of the tit-for-tat

Boeing jet returns to US from China, a victim of Trump's tariff war
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Japan seeks 'fairness' in currency talks with US, Prime Minister Ishiba says

Japan will emphasise "fairness" in any discussions with the U.S. on exchange rates, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Sunday, as bilateral trade talks grab global

Japan seeks 'fairness' in currency talks with US, Prime Minister Ishiba says
Political|US|World

Lawmaker explains 'margarita-gate' picture from Kilmar Abrego Garcia meeting

Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) spoke to the media after meeting with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador. Van Hollen explained the picture El Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele posted of the meeting that Van Hollen is referring to as "margarita-gate", saying it shows the lengths Bukele will go to to deceive.

Lawmaker explains 'margarita-gate' picture from Kilmar Abrego Garcia meeting
Europe|MidEast|Political|US

Thousands of protesters rally against Trump across US

Thousands of protesters rallied in Washington and other cities across the U.S. on Saturday to voice their opposition to President Donald Trump's policies on

Thousands of protesters rally against Trump across US
MidEast|Political|US|World

Father of American hostage in Gaza hopeful he is still alive

The father of a U.S.-Israeli hostage held in Gaza said on Saturday he remains hopeful his 21-year-old son was still alive after Hamas said it could not account for his

Father of American hostage in Gaza hopeful he is still alive
Political|US

Anti-Trump protesters rally in New York, Washington and elsewhere across the country

Protests against President Donald Trump’s administration are once again taking place in communities across the U.S. Organizers of Saturday’s events say they’re protesting against what they view as the Republican administration’s constitutional and civil rights violations

Anti-Trump protesters rally in New York, Washington and elsewhere across the country
Crime|Political|US

Three Hegseth aides ousted in leak investigation decry 'baseless attacks'

Three former senior advisers to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are decrying what they called “baseless attacks” after each was escorted from the Pentagon in an expanding probe on information leaks

Three Hegseth aides ousted in leak investigation decry 'baseless attacks'
Europe|Political|World

Britain urges Russia to commit to full ceasefire in Ukraine

Britain has urged Russia to commit to a full ceasefire in Ukraine, "not just a one-day pause", its foreign ministry said in a statement on Saturday.

Britain urges Russia to commit to full ceasefire in Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

EU says it wants to see proof of Russia halting aggression in Ukraine

The European Union on Saturday reacted cautiously to Russian President Vladimir Putin's declaration of a unilateral 30-hour Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, saying Moscow could stop

EU says it wants to see proof of Russia halting aggression in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Election|Political

Carney pledges tax cuts, defense spending in Canada election platform

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's campaign platform plans released on Saturday include tax cuts and new spending on infrastructure and defense, as he pledges a new

Carney pledges tax cuts, defense spending in Canada election platform
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine, Russia swap POWs, other prisoners involving more than 500 people

Ukraine and Russia conducted a swap of more than 500 prisoners of war on Saturday, the latest in a series of exchanges since Russia launched a full-scale invasion more than three years

Ukraine, Russia swap POWs, other prisoners involving more than 500 people
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Harvard says Trump administration doubled down after sending letter reported as unauthorized

Harvard said on Saturday the Trump administration was "doubling down" on far-reaching demands on the university despite a published report that government

Harvard says Trump administration doubled down after sending letter reported as unauthorized
Education|Political|US

New York Times: Trump administration sent letter of demands to Harvard University in error

New York Times: Trump administration sent letter of demands to Harvard University in error

New York Times: Trump administration sent letter of demands to Harvard University in error
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th-century wartime law

The Supreme Court has blocked, for now, the deportations of any Venezuelans held in northern Texas under an 18th-century wartime law

Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under 18th-century wartime law
Political|US

250 years after America went to war for independence, a divided nation battles over its legacy

Tens of thousands of people flocked to Lexington, Massachusetts, to witness a reenactment of how the American Revolution began 250 years ago

250 years after America went to war for independence, a divided nation battles over its legacy
Education|Political|US

Former President Clinton returns to Oklahoma City 30 years after bombing of federal building

Thirty years after the deadliest homegrown attack in U.S. history, former President Bill Clinton has returned to Oklahoma City for a remembrance ceremony

Former President Clinton returns to Oklahoma City 30 years after bombing of federal building
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US and Iran express optimism following second round of nuclear talks

US and Iran express optimism following second round of nuclear talks

US and Iran express optimism following second round of nuclear talks
Political|US

What to know about the Supreme Court’s midnight Alien Enemies Act order

What to know about the Supreme Court’s midnight Alien Enemies Act order

What to know about the Supreme Court’s midnight Alien Enemies Act order
Americas|Political|US

Trump said he didn’t sign controversial proclamation. The Federal Register shows one with his signature

President Donald Trump downplayed his involvement in invoking the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport Venezuelan migrants, saying for the first time that he hadn’t signed the proclamation, but that he stood by his administration’s move. The proclamation invoking the Alien Enemies Act appears in the Federal Register with Trump’s signature at the bottom. CNN’s Kaitlan Collins reports.

Trump said he didn’t sign controversial proclamation. The Federal Register shows one with his signature
Political|US

Supreme Court temporarily pauses deportations under Alien Enemies Act

Supreme Court temporarily pauses deportations under Alien Enemies Act

Supreme Court temporarily pauses deportations under Alien Enemies Act
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu says Israel has 'no choice' but to continue fighting in Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has “no choice” but to continue fighting in Gaza

Netanyahu says Israel has 'no choice' but to continue fighting in Gaza
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says fighting ongoing in Russian border regions despite Putin's Easter ceasefire declaration

Fighting continued in Russia's border regions of Kursk and Belgorod despite President Vladimir Putin's declaration of a Eastern ceasefire, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said.

Zelenskiy says fighting ongoing in Russian border regions despite Putin's Easter ceasefire declaration
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio says the US could 'move on' if no end to the war in Ukraine in sight

US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, told reporters in Paris that the US could 'move on' in a matter of days if it does not appear possible to end the war in Ukraine. The comments come a day after Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff met with Ukrainian and European allies to discuss an end to the war in Ukraine.

Rubio says the US could 'move on' if no end to the war in Ukraine in sight
Crime|Economy|Election|Political|US

Progressive icon and ex-US Rep. Barbara Lee wins race for mayor of struggling Oakland, California

Progressive icon and former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee is the new mayor of troubled Oakland, California, a city she represented for more than two decades in Congress

Progressive icon and ex-US Rep. Barbara Lee wins race for mayor of struggling Oakland, California
MidEast|Political|World

Israel's Netanyahu says military to increase pressure on Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday he had instructed the military to intensify pressure on

Israel's Netanyahu says military to increase pressure on Hamas
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu vows to continue war in Gaza despite growing opposition at home

Netanyahu vows to continue war in Gaza despite growing opposition at home

Netanyahu vows to continue war in Gaza despite growing opposition at home
Education|Political|US

'An unprecedented assault': Legal scholar says White House attacks on Harvard are threat to democracy

Yale Law Professor Bruce Ackerman tells CNN’s Omar Jimenez the White House’s escalating attacks on Harvard University are “unprecedented."

'An unprecedented assault': Legal scholar says White House attacks on Harvard are threat to democracy
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine wary of Putin’s Easter truce and says it will reciprocate only a genuine ceasefire

Ukraine says it will reciprocate any genuine ceasefire by Moscow, but has voiced skepticism after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a temporary Easter truce in Ukraine starting Saturday

Ukraine wary of Putin’s Easter truce and says it will reciprocate only a genuine ceasefire
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US and Iran say talks over Tehran's nuclear program make progress and set plans for more

Iran and the United States plan to meet over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program again next week, after both sides said they made progress in their talks in Rome

US and Iran say talks over Tehran's nuclear program make progress and set plans for more
Crime|Political|US

Seattle officers who attended Jan. 6 rally ask US Supreme Court to keep their identities anonymous

Current and former Seattle police officers who attended President Donald Trump’s “Stop the Steal” political rally on Jan. 6, 2021 at the U.S. Capitol are asking the nation’s highest court to keep their identities anonymous in public court records

Seattle officers who attended Jan. 6 rally ask US Supreme Court to keep their identities anonymous
MidEast|Political|US|World

Yemen's Houthi rebels report US strikes in the capital and a coastal city

Yemen's Houthi rebels say the U.S. military has launched a series of airstrikes on the capital, Sanaa, and a rebel-held coastal city

Yemen's Houthi rebels report US strikes in the capital and a coastal city
Crime|Education|Political|US

Michigan State University shooting survivor endures another incident at FSU

Michigan State University shooting survivor endures another incident at FSU

Michigan State University shooting survivor endures another incident at FSU
Education|Political|US

US Naval Academy canceled author’s lecture that would have criticized book bans

US Naval Academy canceled author’s lecture that would have criticized book bans

US Naval Academy canceled author’s lecture that would have criticized book bans
Education|Political|US

A prince and knight fall in love and the Supreme Court is asked to intervene

Some parents in a suburban Maryland county want to pull their children from elementary school classes that use books featuring LGBTQ characters

A prince and knight fall in love and the Supreme Court is asked to intervene
Europe|Political|US|World

Vatican notes 'exchange of opinions' over migrants, prisoners in meeting with Vance

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has met with the Vatican’s No. 2 official as they the sides spar over the U.S. crackdown on migrants

Vatican notes 'exchange of opinions' over migrants, prisoners in meeting with Vance
Crime|Education|Political|US

As Florida's proposed school cellphone ban moves forward, parents voice concerns about safety

As Florida's proposed school cellphone ban moves forward, parents voice concerns about safety

As Florida's proposed school cellphone ban moves forward, parents voice concerns about safety
Crime|Political|US

10 years after Freddie Gray's death, calls for police reform and racial equity persist in Baltimore

Ten years ago Saturday, Freddie Gray died from spinal injuries sustained during transport in a Baltimore police van and the city was thrust into a national debate over police brutality against Black Americans

10 years after Freddie Gray's death, calls for police reform and racial equity persist in Baltimore
Europe|Political|World

Thousands gather in London to support trans rights following UK ruling over definition of woman

Thousands of trans rights protesters gathered in central London, days after the U.K.‘s Supreme Court ruled that a woman is someone born biologically female and that transgender women are excluded from that legal definition

Thousands gather in London to support trans rights following UK ruling over definition of woman
Education|MidEast|Political|US

International students are being told by email that their visas are revoked and that they must ‘self-deport.’ What to know

International students are being told by email that their visas are revoked and that they must ‘self-deport.’ What to know

International students are being told by email that their visas are revoked and that they must ‘self-deport.’ What to know
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia's Putin declares unilateral Easter ceasefire in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a surprise one-day ceasefire in Ukraine on Saturday for Easter, but Kyiv said Russian forces continued artillery fire and

Russia's Putin declares unilateral Easter ceasefire in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Brazil's Indigenous leader Raoni says he is against drilling for oil in Amazon region

Brazil should not explore oil reserves in the Amazon region, because of the dangerous impact on local communities, Indigenous leader Raoni Metuktire, of the Kayapo

Brazil's Indigenous leader Raoni says he is against drilling for oil in Amazon region
Africa|Crime|Election|Political|World

Tanzania opposition party says its leader has been moved to different prison

Tanzania's main opposition party said on Saturday its leader Tundu Lissu, who has been held and charged with treason, had been moved to a different prison, a day after the party said his

Tanzania opposition party says its leader has been moved to different prison
Europe|Political|US|World

Vance, Vatican officials engage in ‘exchange of opinions’ over migrants

Vance, Vatican officials engage in ‘exchange of opinions’ over migrants

Vance, Vatican officials engage in ‘exchange of opinions’ over migrants
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Tunisian opposition figures sentenced to up to 66 years in prison

Tunisian media say a court has sentenced leading opposition figures to between 13 and 66 years in prison

Tunisian opposition figures sentenced to up to 66 years in prison
Crime|Election|Political|US

Takeaways from AP’s report on pardoned Jan. 6 rioters being embraced in Republican politics

President Donald Trump pardoned about 1,500 Capitol rioters on his first day in office, and now some of those involved in the Jan. 6 attack are getting a platform to tell their version of events

Takeaways from AP’s report on pardoned Jan. 6 rioters being embraced in Republican politics
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration ready to recognize Russian control of Crimea as part of framework to end Ukraine war, source says

Trump administration ready to recognize Russian control of Crimea as part of framework to end Ukraine war, source says

Trump administration ready to recognize Russian control of Crimea as part of framework to end Ukraine war, source says
Crime|Election|Political|US

Some Jan. 6 rioters pardoned by Trump are now embraced as heroes and candidates for office

Some of the rioters who tried to take over the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, are now considering running for office after being pardoned by President Donald Trump

Some Jan. 6 rioters pardoned by Trump are now embraced as heroes and candidates for office
Celebrity|Entertainment|Opinion|Political|US

Comics like Tim Dillon helped Trump reach young men. Democrats want in on the joke

Comics like Tim Dillon helped Trump reach young men. Democrats want in on the joke

Comics like Tim Dillon helped Trump reach young men. Democrats want in on the joke
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Taliban minister expresses concern to Pakistan over Afghan repatriation drive

The Taliban's acting foreign minister on Saturday expressed "concern and sadness" during a rare meeting with Pakistan's

Taliban minister expresses concern to Pakistan over Afghan repatriation drive
Business|Economy|Political|US

U.S. small manufacturers hope to benefit from tariffs, but some worry about uncertainty

The Trump administration has called U.S. manufacturing an “economic and national security” priority and says tariffs will force companies to have more products made in the U.S. to avoid steep price increases on their imports, leading to “better-paying American jobs,” for people making cars, appliances and other goods

U.S. small manufacturers hope to benefit from tariffs, but some worry about uncertainty
Education|Political|US

Supreme Court to debate if elementary schools may skip parental notice for LGBTQ+ reading

Supreme Court to debate if elementary schools may skip parental notice for LGBTQ+ reading

Supreme Court to debate if elementary schools may skip parental notice for LGBTQ+ reading
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran, US task experts with framework for a nuclear deal after 'progress' in talks

Iran and the United States agreed on Saturday to begin drawing up a framework for a potential nuclear deal, Iran's foreign minister said, after talks that a U.S.

Iran, US task experts with framework for a nuclear deal after 'progress' in talks
Europe|Political|US|World

Vatican holds 'cordial' talks with Vance after criticisms of Trump policies

U.S.

Vatican holds 'cordial' talks with Vance after criticisms of Trump policies
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Oman's sultan to meet Putin in Moscow after Iran-US talks

Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said is set to visit Moscow on Monday, days after the start of a round of Muscat-mediated nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran.

Oman's sultan to meet Putin in Moscow after Iran-US talks
Business|Economy|Political|US

Buick finally had cars Americans wanted to buy - then came tariffs

General Motors’ Buick was on a roll.

Buick finally had cars Americans wanted to buy - then came tariffs
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US Supreme Court temporarily blocks deportations of Venezuelan migrants under wartime law

The U.S.

US Supreme Court temporarily blocks deportations of Venezuelan migrants under wartime law
Education|Political|US

DEI rollbacks hit campus support systems for students of color

As U.S. colleges are pulling back on diversity, equity and inclusion practices, students of color say they are starting to lose campus mentors, move-in events, scholarships and diversity offices where they always have felt welcome on predominately white campuses

DEI rollbacks hit campus support systems for students of color
Asia|Health|Political|World

Aftershocks and lack of resources hinder recovery work 3 weeks after Myanmar's deadly earthquake

Basic services have yet to be restored to the areas of Myanmar worst hit by a huge earthquake three weeks ago, and emergency workers recovering bodies and clearing debris are contending with regular aftershocks and lack of resources, humanitarian services say

Aftershocks and lack of resources hinder recovery work 3 weeks after Myanmar's deadly earthquake
Europe|Health|Political|Sports

What the UK ruling on the definition of ‘woman’ means for same-sex spaces, culture wars and more

What the UK ruling on the definition of ‘woman’ means for same-sex spaces, culture wars and more

What the UK ruling on the definition of ‘woman’ means for same-sex spaces, culture wars and more
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

China shipbuilders rip Trump's 'short-sighted' US port fees

China's shipbuilders on Saturday blasted as "short-sighted" U.S. port fees announced by President Donald Trump's administration on China-linked ships, a measure aimed at the

China shipbuilders rip Trump's 'short-sighted' US port fees
Business|Economy|Food|Political|US

At Chinese grocery stores, your favorite Asian snacks are part of the trade war

At Chinese grocery stores, your favorite Asian snacks are part of the trade war

At Chinese grocery stores, your favorite Asian snacks are part of the trade war
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Survivors describe executions, arson in attack on Sudan's Zamzam camp

Sitting in a crowd of mothers and children under the harsh sun, Najlaa Ahmed described the moment the Rapid Support Forces men poured into Darfur's

Survivors describe executions, arson in attack on Sudan's Zamzam camp
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political

Tunisia hands lengthy prison terms to opposition leaders on conspiracy charges

A Tunisian court on Saturday handed jail terms of 13 to 66 years to opposition leaders, businessmen and lawyers on charges of conspiring, a case the

Tunisia hands lengthy prison terms to opposition leaders on conspiracy charges
MidEast|Political|US|World

Israel still eyeing a limited attack on Iran's nuclear facilities

Israel has not ruled out an attack on Iran's nuclear facilities in the coming months despite President Donald Trump telling Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel still eyeing a limited attack on Iran's nuclear facilities
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan considering soybean, rice concessions in US tariff talks, Yomiuri reports

Japan is considering increasing its soybean and rice imports as a concession in trade negotiations with the U.S. over President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, Japan's Yomiuri daily

Japan considering soybean, rice concessions in US tariff talks, Yomiuri reports
Election|Europe|Political

Romania's presidential election redo is a high-stakes test of its democracy following annulled vote

Romania is gearing up to hold a presidential election redo next month, a high-stakes test for the European Union member’s democracy after last year’s annulled vote triggered the country’s deepest political crisis since 1989

Romania's presidential election redo is a high-stakes test of its democracy following annulled vote
MidEast|Political|US|World

What to know about the tensions between Iran and the US before their third round of talks

Iran and the United States will hold talks Saturday in Oman, their third round of negotiations over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program

What to know about the tensions between Iran and the US before their third round of talks
Education|Political|US

Trump administration makes major cuts to Native American boarding school research projects

At least $1.6 million in federal funds for projects meant to capture and digitize stories of the systemic abuse of generations of Indigenous children in boarding schools at the hands of the U.S. government have been slashed due to federal funding cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration

Trump administration makes major cuts to Native American boarding school research projects
Crime|Education|Political|US

Judge issues temporary restraining order against deportation of more than 100 international students whose visas were revoked

Judge issues temporary restraining order against deportation of more than 100 international students whose visas were revoked

Judge issues temporary restraining order against deportation of more than 100 international students whose visas were revoked
MidEast|Political|US|World

Long, fraught timeline of tensions between Iran and the US as nuclear negotiators to meet again

Iran and the United States will hold a third round of talks in Oman on Saturday over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program

Long, fraught timeline of tensions between Iran and the US as nuclear negotiators to meet again
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Deadly US airstrike on Yemeni oil port escalates Trump's campaign against the Houthis

Yemen’s Houthi rebels say U.S. airstrikes targeting oil port killed at least 74 people and injured at least 171 others

Deadly US airstrike on Yemeni oil port escalates Trump's campaign against the Houthis
Business|Political|Technology|US

YouTube, Amazon and Meta sign up to sponsor White House Easter Egg Roll

YouTube, Amazon and Meta sign up to sponsor White House Easter Egg Roll

YouTube, Amazon and Meta sign up to sponsor White House Easter Egg Roll
MidEast|Political|US|World

Yemen’s Houthis vow to continue attacks after more than 70 killed in US airstrikes on port

Yemen’s Houthis vow to continue attacks after more than 70 killed in US airstrikes on port

Yemen’s Houthis vow to continue attacks after more than 70 killed in US airstrikes on port
Asia|Entertainment|Political|World

He’s been dead for more than 300 years. So why is this emperor angering millions today?

He’s been dead for more than 300 years. So why is this emperor angering millions today?

He’s been dead for more than 300 years. So why is this emperor angering millions today?
Crime|Education|Political|US

Shooting rampage at Florida State that left 2 dead lasted less than 5 minutes, police say

Police say the shooting at Florida State University that left two dead and wounded six others lasted less than five minutes

Shooting rampage at Florida State that left 2 dead lasted less than 5 minutes, police say
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judge denies bid to block Trump administration from deporting Venezuelans

U.S. District Judge James Boasberg on Friday denied a request to block the Trump administration from deporting suspected Venezuelan gang members.

Judge denies bid to block Trump administration from deporting Venezuelans
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

US senator returns from El Salvador trip, says Abrego Garcia case is about far more than one man

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen says Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was wrongly deported, told him he has been moved from the notorious Salvadoran prison known as CECOT to a detention center with better conditions

US senator returns from El Salvador trip, says Abrego Garcia case is about far more than one man
Crime|Political|Travel|US

US citizen says he and his wife detained without explanation after returning from Canada

US citizen says he and his wife detained without explanation after returning from Canada

US citizen says he and his wife detained without explanation after returning from Canada
Economy|Political|US

Judge orders Trump administration to tell fired workers they were not let go for poor performance

A U.S. district judge in California has ordered the Trump administration to provide probationary workers fired en masse a written statement saying they were not terminated for poor performance

Judge orders Trump administration to tell fired workers they were not let go for poor performance
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump administration reserves right to deport Venezuelans on Saturday, DOJ lawyer tells judge

A U.S. Justice Department lawyer told a judge on Friday that the Trump administration reserves the right to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members on Saturday.

Trump administration reserves right to deport Venezuelans on Saturday, DOJ lawyer tells judge
Political|US

Trump passport policy discriminates against transgender people, judge rules

A federal judge held on Friday that the Trump administration's policy of refusing to issue passports to transgender and nonbinary Americans that reflect their gender

Trump passport policy discriminates against transgender people, judge rules
Europe|Political|US|World

US will abandon Ukraine peace efforts ‘within days’ if no progress made, Rubio warns

US will abandon Ukraine peace efforts ‘within days’ if no progress made, Rubio warns

US will abandon Ukraine peace efforts ‘within days’ if no progress made, Rubio warns
Political|US

Judge blocks Trump administration from passport changes affecting some transgender Americans

A federal judge has partially blocked the Trump administration from enacting a policy that bans the use of “X” marker used by many nonbinary people on passports as well as the changing of gender markers

Judge blocks Trump administration from passport changes affecting some transgender Americans
Crime|Education|Political|US

What we know about the Florida State University shooting suspect

What we know about the Florida State University shooting suspect

What we know about the Florida State University shooting suspect
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

US senator met wrongly deported Salvadoran man at hotel, calls for release

U.S.

US senator met wrongly deported Salvadoran man at hotel, calls for release
Education|Political|US

The Latest: Class action lawsuit challenges Trump’s crackdown on student visas

A federal judge who blocked Donald Trump’s administration from dismantling the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has ruled that the agency can’t go forward immediately with plans to fire hundreds of employees

The Latest: Class action lawsuit challenges Trump’s crackdown on student visas
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Tufts student challenging immigration arrest must be moved to Vermont, US judge rules

A federal judge ordered President Donald Trump's administration on Friday to transfer a Tufts University student being held in Louisiana to Vermont while he weighs her

Tufts student challenging immigration arrest must be moved to Vermont, US judge rules
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump to fast-track permitting for 10 mining projects across US

The White House on Friday said it will fast-track permitting for 10 mining projects across the United States as part of President Donald Trump's push to expand critical

Trump to fast-track permitting for 10 mining projects across US
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Lawyers ask US Supreme Court to halt 'imminent' deportations of Venezuelan migrants

Lawyers for Venezuelan men detained by the Trump administration asked the U.S.

Lawyers ask US Supreme Court to halt 'imminent' deportations of Venezuelan migrants
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump’s pick for acting IRS commissioner is ousted days after his appointment

Trump’s pick for acting IRS commissioner is ousted days after his appointment

Trump’s pick for acting IRS commissioner is ousted days after his appointment
Americas|Economy|Health|Political|World

Colombian government declares health emergency due to increase in yellow fever cases

Colombian government declares health emergency due to increase in yellow fever cases

Colombian government declares health emergency due to increase in yellow fever cases
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Judge says detained Tufts student must be transferred from Louisiana to Vermont

A federal judge has ordered that a Tufts University student from Turkey who was detained by immigration authorities in March be brought to Vermont

Judge says detained Tufts student must be transferred from Louisiana to Vermont
Crime|Education|Political|US

Tulsa-area exchange students, hosts worry over Trump admin visa cancellations

Tulsa-area exchange students, hosts worry over Trump admin visa cancellations

Tulsa-area exchange students, hosts worry over Trump admin visa cancellations
Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Tropical drinks by the pool? Not so fast, says senator who visited Abrego Garcia in El Salvador

There was the pool furniture in the background

Tropical drinks by the pool? Not so fast, says senator who visited Abrego Garcia in El Salvador
Arts|Business|Economy|Political|Travel

Louisiana faces tourism setback as Canadians cancel trips

Louisiana faces tourism setback as Canadians cancel trips

Louisiana faces tourism setback as Canadians cancel trips
Crime|Political|US

Trump official urges criminal probe of New York attorney general, who calls request 'retaliation'

A top housing official in the Trump administration has asked the U.S. Justice Department to investigate New York Attorney General Letitia James over a real estate transaction

Trump official urges criminal probe of New York attorney general, who calls request 'retaliation'
Education|Political|US

Man shares his journey to becoming U.S. citizen

Man shares his journey to becoming U.S. citizen

Man shares his journey to becoming U.S. citizen
Environment|Political|US

County will pay to remove abandoned boat, 'go after' owners for costs

County will pay to remove abandoned boat, 'go after' owners for costs

County will pay to remove abandoned boat, 'go after' owners for costs
Business|Political|US

Trump to reclassify many federal workers, making them easier to fire

U.S.

Trump to reclassify many federal workers, making them easier to fire
Political|US

EEOC instructs staff to sideline all new transgender discrimination cases, employees say

The federal agency tasked with protecting workers’ civil rights is classifying all new gender identity-related discrimination cases as its lowest priority while also placing them on indefinite hold, according to two agency employees

EEOC instructs staff to sideline all new transgender discrimination cases, employees say
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Judge pauses Trump administration's plans for mass layoffs at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

President Donald Trump’s attempt to fire nearly everyone at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has been paused by a federal judge, who says she's “deeply concerned” about the plan

Judge pauses Trump administration's plans for mass layoffs at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Americas|Political|US

Sen. Chris Van Hollen says Abrego Garcia described being ‘traumatized’ at CECOT, has been moved to different detention center

Sen. Chris Van Hollen says Abrego Garcia described being ‘traumatized’ at CECOT, has been moved to different detention center

Sen. Chris Van Hollen says Abrego Garcia described being ‘traumatized’ at CECOT, has been moved to different detention center
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Lawsuit challenges Trump administration crackdown on international students

A class action lawsuit filed Friday asks a federal court to reinstate the legal status of international students caught up in a Trump administration crackdown that has left more than a thousand fearful of deportation

Lawsuit challenges Trump administration crackdown on international students
MidEast|Political|US|World

Israeli strikes kill at least 25 in Gaza and Huckabee makes first appearance as US ambassador

Israeli airstrikes across Gaza have killed at least 25 people including children as the new U.S. ambassador to Israel made his first public appearance in Jerusalem

Israeli strikes kill at least 25 in Gaza and Huckabee makes first appearance as US ambassador
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Mid-commute traffic stop left US citizen detained under an ICE order. Then, a Florida judge verified his US birth certificate

Mid-commute traffic stop left US citizen detained under an ICE order. Then, a Florida judge verified his US birth certificate

Mid-commute traffic stop left US citizen detained under an ICE order. Then, a Florida judge verified his US birth certificate
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia sentences 19-year-old woman to nearly three years in a penal colony after poetic anti-war protest

Russia sentences 19-year-old woman to nearly three years in a penal colony after poetic anti-war protest

Russia sentences 19-year-old woman to nearly three years in a penal colony after poetic anti-war protest
Crime|Political|US

10,000 pages of records about Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 assassination are released, on Trump's order

About 10,000 pages of records related to the 1968 assassination of Sen. Robert F

10,000 pages of records about Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 assassination are released, on Trump's order
Americas|Political|US|World

Legal group sues Costa Rica alleging the rights of 81 children deported by Trump were violated

A group of human rights lawyers is suing Costa Rica, alleging the Central American nation violated the rights of dozens of migrant children

Legal group sues Costa Rica alleging the rights of 81 children deported by Trump were violated
Political|Sports|Travel|US

Boston Marathon and city insist all are welcome. But some runners say politics will keep them home

The Boston Marathon and Mayor Michelle Wu insist that international runners and other foreign visitors remain welcome in the city

Boston Marathon and city insist all are welcome. But some runners say politics will keep them home
Economy|Finance|Political|US

US Treasury's Bessent names deputy as acting IRS chief

U.S.

US Treasury's Bessent names deputy as acting IRS chief
Americas|Political|US

For now, Pentagon and DHS won’t recommend that Trump invoke the Insurrection Act

For now, Pentagon and DHS won’t recommend that Trump invoke the Insurrection Act

For now, Pentagon and DHS won’t recommend that Trump invoke the Insurrection Act
Americas|Political|US

Indiana takes a first -- and long -- shot at acquiring parts of Illinois

Indiana is taking a first step toward merging parts of Illinois into its state

Indiana takes a first -- and long -- shot at acquiring parts of Illinois
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says Ukraine-Russia talks 'coming to a head' and 'no one is playing' him in push to end war

President Donald Trump says negotiations between Ukraine and Russia are “coming to a head” and insists that neither side is “playing” him in his push to end the grinding war

Trump says Ukraine-Russia talks 'coming to a head' and 'no one is playing' him in push to end war
Crime|Political|US

Deliberations to resume Monday at bribery trial of Nadine Menendez, wife of ex-US Sen. Bob Menendez

A jury will resume deliberations on Monday in the bribery case brought against Nadine Menendez after a prosecutor told a jury that she was a “critical participant” in a five-year fraud with her husband, former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez

Deliberations to resume Monday at bribery trial of Nadine Menendez, wife of ex-US Sen. Bob Menendez
Education|Environment|Health|Political

Man with autism says RFK Jr.'s comments don't reflect his reality

Man with autism says RFK Jr.'s comments don't reflect his reality

Man with autism says RFK Jr.'s comments don't reflect his reality
Environment|Health|Political|US

Alabama House approves 'Lulu's Law': shark alert system inspired by Mountain Brook teen

Alabama House approves 'Lulu's Law': shark alert system inspired by Mountain Brook teen

Alabama House approves 'Lulu's Law': shark alert system inspired by Mountain Brook teen
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US

IRS whistleblower on Hunter Biden is out as acting commissioner just days after getting the job

An IRS agent who testified publicly about investigations into Hunter Biden's taxes and was promoted to be acting IRS commissioner is out of the job just days after he got it

IRS whistleblower on Hunter Biden is out as acting commissioner just days after getting the job
Business|Political|US

US Treasury's Bessent ousts IRS acting chief, names deputy to temporary role

U.S.

US Treasury's Bessent ousts IRS acting chief, names deputy to temporary role
Business|Economy|Political|US

Ford halts shipments of vehicles to China amid tariffs

Ford Motor said on Friday it has halted shipments of its SUVs, pick-up trucks and sports cars to China, as it starts to face the heat from retaliatory tariffs that have seen vehicles face

Ford halts shipments of vehicles to China amid tariffs
MidEast|Political|US|World

U.S. congressmen visit Syria in first trip since Assad's ouster

Two U.S.

U.S. congressmen visit Syria in first trip since Assad's ouster
Americas|Political|US|World

US to impose visa restrictions on over 250 Nicaragua government officials

The United States will impose visa restrictions on more than 250 officials of the Nicaraguan government of President Daniel Ortega, U.S.

US to impose visa restrictions on over 250 Nicaragua government officials
Education|Europe|Political|Science|Technology

Macron invites international scientists to come work in France

French President Emmanuel Macron invited scientists from all over the world to come work in France or Europe, as U.S.

Macron invites international scientists to come work in France
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump's White House launches COVID website that criticizes WHO, Fauci and Biden

Republican U.S.

Trump's White House launches COVID website that criticizes WHO, Fauci and Biden
Election|Political|US

Trump moves to invoke Schedule F to make it easier to fire some federal workers

President Donald Trump is moving to reclassify some federal workers to make it easier to fire them

Trump moves to invoke Schedule F to make it easier to fire some federal workers
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump’s ‘lone ranger’: How Steve Witkoff became the de facto point man on America’s foreign policy challenges

Trump’s ‘lone ranger’: How Steve Witkoff became the de facto point man on America’s foreign policy challenges

Trump’s ‘lone ranger’: How Steve Witkoff became the de facto point man on America’s foreign policy challenges
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

JD Vance visits Italy for tariff talks and attends Good Friday service at the Vatican

U.S. Vice President JD Vance is in Rome for talks on tariffs with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni

JD Vance visits Italy for tariff talks and attends Good Friday service at the Vatican
Health|Political|Science|US

Video shows doctor with measles treating kids. RFK Jr later praised him as an ‘extraordinary’ healer

A video shows a Texas doctor, who has been treating children in a measles outbreak, with a measles rash on his face in a clinic while caring for patients a week before he met with Health Secretary Robert F

Video shows doctor with measles treating kids. RFK Jr later praised him as an ‘extraordinary’ healer
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran says nuclear deal is possible if Washington is realistic

Iran believes reaching an agreement on its nuclear programme with the United States is possible as long as Washington is realistic, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Friday on

Iran says nuclear deal is possible if Washington is realistic
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump studying whether to fire Fed Chair Powell, adviser says

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett on Friday said President Donald Trump and his team were continuing to study if they could fire Federal Reserve Chair

Trump studying whether to fire Fed Chair Powell, adviser says
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political

UN development arm plans for $1.3bln in help for Syria, top official says

The United Nations Development Programme is hoping to deliver $1.3 billion over three years to support war-ravaged Syria, including by rebuilding

UN development arm plans for $1.3bln in help for Syria, top official says
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Court rejects Trump bid to end Venezuelan migrants' legal status

A federal appeals court rejected on Friday a request by U.S.

Court rejects Trump bid to end Venezuelan migrants' legal status
Europe|Political|US|World

US will abandon Ukraine peace push if no progress soon, Trump and Rubio say

By Bart H.

US will abandon Ukraine peace push if no progress soon, Trump and Rubio say
Health|Political|Science|Technology|US

Trump turns a COVID information website into a promotion page for the lab leak theory

A federal website that used to feature information on vaccines, testing and treatment for COVID-19 has been transformed into a page supporting the theory that the pandemic originated with a lab leak

Trump turns a COVID information website into a promotion page for the lab leak theory
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Tucsonans hold Midtown vigil for deported Maryland man

Tucsonans hold Midtown vigil for deported Maryland man

Tucsonans hold Midtown vigil for deported Maryland man
Crime|Political|US

Salt Lake City judge charged with forcible sexual abuse resigns

Salt Lake City judge charged with forcible sexual abuse resigns

Salt Lake City judge charged with forcible sexual abuse resigns
Political|US

Judge won’t take further steps to enforce his order in AP case against Trump administration

A federal judge who ordered the Trump administration to stop blocking The Associated Press from presidential events has refused to take immediate steps to get White House officials to comply

Judge won’t take further steps to enforce his order in AP case against Trump administration
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Military officials identify 2 Marines killed in crash during border deployment

Military officials have identified the two Marines from California who were killed when their vehicle crashed as a convoy was traveling along the U.S.-Mexico border

Military officials identify 2 Marines killed in crash during border deployment
Crime|Political|US

Judges warn Congress that more money is needed for security at a time of escalating threats

The federal judiciary is warning that Congress is not providing enough money for judges’ security, at a time of escalating threats and chilling efforts at intimidation

Judges warn Congress that more money is needed for security at a time of escalating threats
Health|Political|Science|US

White House touts Covid-19 ‘lab leak’ theory on new website

White House touts Covid-19 ‘lab leak’ theory on new website

White House touts Covid-19 ‘lab leak’ theory on new website
Business|Economy|Political|US

Judge pauses mass firings at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau as she considers whether layoffs violated court order

Judge pauses mass firings at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau as she considers whether layoffs violated court order

Judge pauses mass firings at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau as she considers whether layoffs violated court order
Asia|Business|Election|Political|World

Carney says China is a foreign interference, geopolitical threat for Canada

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney said that China is one of the largest threats with respect to foreign interference in Canada and is an emerging threat in the Arctic.

Carney says China is a foreign interference, geopolitical threat for Canada
Business|Economy|Political|US

Volvo to cut up to 800 US jobs as Trump's tariffs bite

Volvo Group plans to lay off as many as 800 workers at three U.S. facilities over the next three months due to market uncertainty and demand concerns in the face

Volvo to cut up to 800 US jobs as Trump's tariffs bite
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

UK PM Starmer discussed trade with Trump, Downing Street says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke with U.S.

UK PM Starmer discussed trade with Trump, Downing Street says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

With inflation progress slow, Fed's Daly says rate cuts may need to wait

San Francisco Federal Reserve President Mary Daly said on Friday that while she is still comfortable with a couple of interest rate cuts this year, rising risks of inflation mean the

With inflation progress slow, Fed's Daly says rate cuts may need to wait
Americas|Crime|Political|US

A US citizen was held for pickup by ICE even after proving he was born in the country

A U.S. citizen was arrested in Florida for allegedly being in the country illegally and held for pickup by immigration authorities even after his mother showed a judge her son’s birth certificate and the judge dismissed charges

A US citizen was held for pickup by ICE even after proving he was born in the country
Crime|Education|Political|US

‘Made enough people uncomfortable’: FSU student describes what suspect was like in class

CNN’s Omar Jimenez talks with Reid Seybold, a Florida State University student who encountered the mass shooting suspect in an extracurricular political club a few years ago. CNN has not independently verified claims about the suspect’s beliefs.

‘Made enough people uncomfortable’: FSU student describes what suspect was like in class
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Fishers celebrate Trump's seafood order while conservation groups fear overfishing

President Donald Trump’s executive order to boost the U.S. commercial fishing industry drew praise from commercial fishing groups and condemnation from environmental organizations

Fishers celebrate Trump's seafood order while conservation groups fear overfishing
Arts|Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russia jails 19-year-old for nearly three years for condemning Ukraine conflict

A Russian court handed down a prison sentence of nearly three years to Darya Kozyreva, a young activist who used 19th-century poetry and graffiti to protest the conflict in

Russia jails 19-year-old for nearly three years for condemning Ukraine conflict
Africa|Election|Political

Tanzanian opposition party says its leader's whereabouts unknown

Tanzania’s main opposition party said on Friday it could not establish the whereabouts of its leader Tundu Lissu after he was moved from a jail where he was being held following his

Tanzanian opposition party says its leader's whereabouts unknown
Crime|Political|US|World

US judge halts Trump plan for rapid deportations to third countries

A U.S. judge barred the Trump administration from rapidly deporting hundreds if not thousands of migrants to countries other than their own without

US judge halts Trump plan for rapid deportations to third countries
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Tunisian court set to rule in conspiracy trial, lawyers protest

A Tunisian court is set to issue a ruling in the conspiracy case against prominent opponents, as lawyers protested and described the trial as a farce, while others

Tunisian court set to rule in conspiracy trial, lawyers protest
Europe|Political|US|World

Vance, Catholic at odds with Pope Francis, attends Vatican's Good Friday service

U.S.

Vance, Catholic at odds with Pope Francis, attends Vatican's Good Friday service
Americas|Political|World

Colombia's Petro pauses FARC offensive in order to progress in peace talks

Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Friday ordered the suspension of a military offensive against a faction of what was once the armed Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC)

Colombia's Petro pauses FARC offensive in order to progress in peace talks
Business|Political|US

US judge temporarily blocks mass firings at consumer bureau

A federal judge on Friday halted the mass firings carried out on Thursday afternoon at the U.S.

US judge temporarily blocks mass firings at consumer bureau
Crime|Political|US

67 judges are receiving enhanced online security screening due to high-profile cases

67 judges are receiving enhanced online security screening due to high-profile cases

67 judges are receiving enhanced online security screening due to high-profile cases
Crime|Political|US

Fight against squatters could bring faster evictions for all Texas renters

Fight against squatters could bring faster evictions for all Texas renters

Fight against squatters could bring faster evictions for all Texas renters
Economy|Education|Political|US

Already facing Trump administration cuts, US colleges risk losses from another revenue source: foreign students

Already facing Trump administration cuts, US colleges risk losses from another revenue source: foreign students

Already facing Trump administration cuts, US colleges risk losses from another revenue source: foreign students
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

New US ambassador to Japan says he's optimistic a tariffs deal can be reached

The new U.S. ambassador to Japan says he is optimistic that his country and its key Asian ally will reach a deal in their ongoing tariff negotiations

New US ambassador to Japan says he's optimistic a tariffs deal can be reached
Crime|Political|US

‘I never issued a criminal contempt citation in 19 ½ years on the bench’ – a former federal judge looks at the ‘relentless bad behavior’ of the Trump administration in court

‘It’s one big show of contempt for the court,’ says a former federal judge about the Trump administration’s handling of two cases related to its deportation of noncitizens to an El Salvador prison.

‘I never issued a criminal contempt citation in 19 ½ years on the bench’ – a former federal judge looks at the ‘relentless bad behavior’ of the Trump administration in court
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Trump administration kicks off plan for expanded offshore drilling

The U.S.

Trump administration kicks off plan for expanded offshore drilling
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|US|World

Italy agrees with US to oppose 'discriminatory' tech taxes

Italy and the United States issued a joint statement against "discriminatory" taxes on digital services on Friday, in a possible signal Rome is moving away from a levy that has

Italy agrees with US to oppose 'discriminatory' tech taxes
Political|US

Trump administration publishes cache of RFK assassination records

The U.S. National Archives has released thousands of pages of records related to the assassination of Senator Robert F.

Trump administration publishes cache of RFK assassination records
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Full text of US-Ukraine memorandum of intent for minerals deal

Following is the complete text of a memorandum of intent signed on Thursday by Ukraine and the United States, confirming their intent to conclude a deal on jointly developing

Full text of US-Ukraine memorandum of intent for minerals deal
Africa|Americas|Economy|Political|World

200 years ago, France extorted Haiti in one of history’s greatest heists – and Haitians want reparations

After being exploited for decades by France, Haiti ended up forking over huge sums of money to its former colonizer. Now, the Caribbean nation’s calls for restitution are becoming harder to ignore.

200 years ago, France extorted Haiti in one of history’s greatest heists – and Haitians want reparations
Education|Political|US

Wisconsin governor can lock in 400-year school funding increase using a veto, court says

The Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the Democratic governor legally used the state’s uniquely powerful veto to lock in a school funding increase for 400 years

Wisconsin governor can lock in 400-year school funding increase using a veto, court says
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Strange sell-off in the dollar raises the specter of investors losing trust in the US under Trump

Among the threats tariffs pose to the U.S. economy, none may be as strange as the sell-off in the dollar

Strange sell-off in the dollar raises the specter of investors losing trust in the US under Trump
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

The US wants to charge Chinese ships to dock at American ports

The US wants to charge Chinese ships to dock at American ports

The US wants to charge Chinese ships to dock at American ports
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran wants guarantees Trump will not quit a new nuclear pact, Iranian official says

Iran told the United States in talks last week it was ready to accept some limits on its uranium enrichment but needed watertight guarantees President Donald Trump

Iran wants guarantees Trump will not quit a new nuclear pact, Iranian official says
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Trump administration seeks records from Harvard on foreign funding and ties

President Donald Trump's administration said on Friday it sought Harvard University's records on foreign funding going back a decade and on some foreign ties,

Trump administration seeks records from Harvard on foreign funding and ties
Europe|Health|Political|World

Pope Francis’ Easter is going to look a little different this year. Here’s how

Pope Francis’ Easter is going to look a little different this year. Here’s how

Pope Francis’ Easter is going to look a little different this year. Here’s how
Crime|Political|US

The Abrego Garcia case pulls Democrats into the immigration debate Trump wants to have

For Democrats, Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case is about fundamental American ideals, including due process, following court orders and preventing government overreach

The Abrego Garcia case pulls Democrats into the immigration debate Trump wants to have
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Katy Perry gears up for sci-fi inspired world tour

Katy Perry has been busy

Katy Perry gears up for sci-fi inspired world tour
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Melodic Italian bolsters Meloni in talks with Trump and Vance

The Italian language proved a secret weapon for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni as she launched a charm offensive with U.S.

Melodic Italian bolsters Meloni in talks with Trump and Vance
Crime|Europe|Political

Court acquits Slovenia's ex-PM Jansa of corruption charges

A Slovenian court on Friday brought the first-instance ruling to acquit Janez Jansa, a three-time prime minister and the key opposition figure in the Alpine country, and

Court acquits Slovenia's ex-PM Jansa of corruption charges
MidEast|Political|US|World

Deadliest US strike in Yemen kills 74 at oil terminal, Houthis say

U.S. strikes on Yemen's Ras Isa fuel terminal on the Red Sea coast have killed at least 74 people in the deadliest attack since the U.S. started its bombing campaign against

Deadliest US strike in Yemen kills 74 at oil terminal, Houthis say
Business|Economy|Food|Political|US

Chinatown merchants in the US are feeling the bite of tariffs

Last week, a pack of rice crackers at Sun Vin Grocery store on Mulberry Street in New York City’s Chinatown cost $4.99. 

Chinatown merchants in the US are feeling the bite of tariffs
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump’s attacks on central bank threaten its independence − and that isn’t good news for sound economic stewardship (or battling inflation)

Monetary policy can be wielded as a tool to boost an economy around election time, which explains why politicians want to have a say on it.

Trump’s attacks on central bank threaten its independence − and that isn’t good news for sound economic stewardship (or battling inflation)
Environment|Political|Science|US

Lawsuits seeking to address climate change have promise but face uncertain future

In the battle to slow climate change, local and state governments, as well as citizens, have taken to the courts. Their results have varied, but the cases keep coming.

Lawsuits seeking to address climate change have promise but face uncertain future
Arts|Entertainment|Political|US

With federal funding in question, artists can navigate a perilous future by looking to the past

Because the US government has rarely offered full-throated support for the arts, there’s a long tradition of innovation, adaptation and collective action among American artists.

With federal funding in question, artists can navigate a perilous future by looking to the past
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran seeks Russia's support for its nuclear talks with US

Iran has sought support from Russia over a possible deal with Washington over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program, ahead of a second round of talks this weekend in Rome

Iran seeks Russia's support for its nuclear talks with US
Crime|Political|US

Crime is nonpartisan and the blame game on crime in cities is wrong – on both sides

Mayors from the Democratic Party aren’t making cities any more – or less – dangerous than mayors from the Republican Party.

Crime is nonpartisan and the blame game on crime in cities is wrong – on both sides
Business|Economy|Food|Health|Political|US

FDA hiring contractors to replace fired staff who supported safety inspections

The Food and Drug Administration is scrambling to hire contractors to replace fired employees who helped plan thousands of food and drug safety inspections throughout the world

FDA hiring contractors to replace fired staff who supported safety inspections
Crime|Political|US

Oklahoma City to mark 30 years since the bombing that killed 168 people and shook America

A bomb with a force powerful enough to instantly destroy much of a nine-story building shattered a quiet Oklahoma City morning and sent a shock wave through America

Oklahoma City to mark 30 years since the bombing that killed 168 people and shook America
MidEast|Political|World

Herders under growing pressure as West Bank settlers encroach on grazing land

Fatima Abu Naim, a mother of five, lives in a hillside cave in the occupied West Bank, under increasing pressure from Jewish

Herders under growing pressure as West Bank settlers encroach on grazing land
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine bans China's firms for helping Russia make missiles

Ukraine imposed sanctions on three Chinese companies on Friday claiming they were involved in production of advanced Iskander missiles, a day after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy alleged

Ukraine bans China's firms for helping Russia make missiles
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes hit dozens of targets in Gaza as ceasefire efforts stall

Israeli airstrikes hit about 40 targets across the Gaza Strip over the past day, the military said on Friday, hours after Hamas rejected an Israeli ceasefire

Israeli strikes hit dozens of targets in Gaza as ceasefire efforts stall
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

The US has a single rare earths mine. Chinese export limits are energizing a push for more

America’s only rare earths mine has fielded calls from anxious companies since China responded to President Donald Trump's tariffs by limiting exports of seven heavy metals

The US has a single rare earths mine. Chinese export limits are energizing a push for more
Economy|Environment|Political|US

Living through a 'low-attention disaster,' Mountain Fire survivors recover in LA's shadow

Nearly six months after the Mountain Fire displaced 750 people and destroyed 182 homes and other structures in Ventura County, survivors say recovery is more difficult without FEMA support and in the shadow of the LA fires

Living through a 'low-attention disaster,' Mountain Fire survivors recover in LA's shadow
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey begins mass trials following protests over Istanbul mayor’s detention

Turkey begins mass trials following protests over Istanbul mayor’s detention

Turkey begins mass trials following protests over Istanbul mayor’s detention
Europe|Political|World

Russia sees progress in Ukraine peace talks but US relations strained

The Kremlin said on Friday that some progress had already been made in talks about a possible peace settlement to end the war in Ukraine but that contacts were rather complicated

Russia sees progress in Ukraine peace talks but US relations strained
Business|Economy|Political|US

Foreign companies eye US expansion to lessen fallout from tariffs

Some non-U.S. companies have said they are looking at expanding their presence or setting up shop in the United States to mitigate the impact of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.

Foreign companies eye US expansion to lessen fallout from tariffs
Business|Political|Technology|US

Google to appeal against part of US court's decision in monopoly case

Alphabet's Google plans to appeal against the "adverse" portion of the court decision in the U.S. Department of Justice’s monopoly case against the technology giant. On Thursday U.S.

Google to appeal against part of US court's decision in monopoly case
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

China's fiscal revenue falls 1.1% in January-March

China's fiscal revenue decline slowed in the first three months this year as Beijing works to shore up its economy while weathering the storm from mounting U.S. tariffs.

China's fiscal revenue falls 1.1% in January-March
Europe|Political|US|World

US Vice President says he is 'optimistic' Russia-Ukraine war can be ended

The United States is optimistic it can put an end to the war between Russia and Ukraine, Vice President JD Vance said on Friday as he met Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for the

US Vice President says he is 'optimistic' Russia-Ukraine war can be ended
Election|Political|US

Surprise open governor's seat in Iowa signals competitive GOP primary, glimmer of hope for Democrats

Iowa looked a lot different in 2010, when Republican Kim Reynolds was first elected to statewide office

Surprise open governor's seat in Iowa signals competitive GOP primary, glimmer of hope for Democrats
Economy|Education|Health|Political|US

Head Start and heating assistance targeted in Trump draft budget proposal

Head Start and heating assistance targeted in Trump draft budget proposal

Head Start and heating assistance targeted in Trump draft budget proposal
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump wants Powell out of the Fed. Waiting in the wings is Kevin Warsh

Trump wants Powell out of the Fed. Waiting in the wings is Kevin Warsh

Trump wants Powell out of the Fed. Waiting in the wings is Kevin Warsh
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump's attacks on Powell threaten the Fed's independence. Here's why it matters

Donald Trump has stepped up his attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the same time that the Supreme Court is considering a case that could make it easier for the president to fire him

Trump's attacks on Powell threaten the Fed's independence. Here's why it matters
Economy|Political|US

US seeks to turn deportations into an efficient business ‘like Amazon’

The world's largest immigration detention system is on the cusp of explosive growth as President Donald Trump pursues his signature campaign promise of mass deportations

US seeks to turn deportations into an efficient business ‘like Amazon’
Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political|US

Harvard has an endowment of over $50 billion. So why do federal cuts of a few billion matter?

Harvard has an endowment of over $50 billion. So why do federal cuts of a few billion matter?

Harvard has an endowment of over $50 billion. So why do federal cuts of a few billion matter?
Crime|Europe|Food|Political|World

Russian drone hits bakery preparing Easter cakes, killing one, Kyiv says

A Russian drone strike early on Friday hit a bakery in northern Ukraine where traditional Easter cakes were being prepared, killing one man, Ukrainian officials said.

Russian drone hits bakery preparing Easter cakes, killing one, Kyiv says
Asia|Political|US|World

US will keep helping Taiwan in its self-defence, senator says in Taipei

The United States will continue to assist Taiwan with its self-defence and wants to see peace across the Taiwan Strait without coercion or the threat of force, a visiting U.S.

US will keep helping Taiwan in its self-defence, senator says in Taipei
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Japan cautions about uncertainty from Trump trade policies

Japan's government warned of uncertainty over the impact of U.S. trade policies as tariffs could hurt the global economy but it also said in a monthly report on Friday that the

Japan cautions about uncertainty from Trump trade policies
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

US lawmakers' bipartisan Taiwan visit signals support despite harsh words and tariffs from Trump

Republican and Democratic lawmakers are making their first trip to Taiwan under the new Trump administration a bipartisan one

US lawmakers' bipartisan Taiwan visit signals support despite harsh words and tariffs from Trump
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China’s leader ends Southeast Asia tour touting Beijing's reliability vs. US tariff threats

Chinese President Xi Jinping has capped a three-nation Southeast Asian tour in Cambodia by promoting Beijing’s reliability as the region faces U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs that threaten its export-oriented economies

China’s leader ends Southeast Asia tour touting Beijing's reliability vs. US tariff threats
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump says Powell will resign 'if I ask him to'

President Donald Trump continued to urge Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to lower interest rates and warned of "political pressure" facing Powell if the Fed continues to hold rates steady.

Trump says Powell will resign 'if I ask him to'
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China pushes anti-'bullying' agenda amid tensions with US

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi warned Global South nations that "unilateral bullying" was hurting a rules-based world, as Beijing kept up the diplomatic pressure on U.S.

China pushes anti-'bullying' agenda amid tensions with US
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Fed's Powell is an exemplary central banker, ECB's Villeroy says

U.S.

Fed's Powell is an exemplary central banker, ECB's Villeroy says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says aiming to wrap up mineral deal talks within a week

Kyiv said on Friday it aims to complete talks by the end of next week about a deal with Washington on jointly exploiting Ukrainian mineral

Ukraine says aiming to wrap up mineral deal talks within a week
Asia|Europe|Political|World

China dismisses Zelenskiy's claim it is supplying weapons to Russia

China's foreign ministry dismissed as "groundless" on Friday an accusation by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that the country had been supplying weapons to Russia.

China dismisses Zelenskiy's claim it is supplying weapons to Russia
Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political

Turkey's Simsek says disinflation to continue, FX pass-through limited

Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said on Friday that disinflation would continue despite some recent deterioration in expectations, adding that the

Turkey's Simsek says disinflation to continue, FX pass-through limited
Europe|Political|World

Russian missile attack kills one, wounds 112 in Ukraine's Kharkiv, officials say

A Russian missile attack on Ukraine's northeastern city of Kharkiv killed one man inside his home and wounded at least 112 others, including nine children, on Friday, officials said

Russian missile attack kills one, wounds 112 in Ukraine's Kharkiv, officials say
Asia|Political|US|World

US, Japan need to 'push back' against China, US envoy says

The United States and Japan need to work together to align their defence forces in the face of an increasingly assertive China, new U.S.

US, Japan need to 'push back' against China, US envoy says
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Portrait of a wounded Palestinian boy wins Press Photo of the Year

Portrait of a wounded Palestinian boy wins Press Photo of the Year

Portrait of a wounded Palestinian boy wins Press Photo of the Year
Business|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran-US talks over Tehran's nuclear program hinge on a billionaire and a seasoned diplomat

As far as biographies go, the two men in charge of the delicate negotiations between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program couldn’t be more different

Iran-US talks over Tehran's nuclear program hinge on a billionaire and a seasoned diplomat
Asia|Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Japan's Nikkei notches best week in 3 months on trade deal hopes

Japan's Nikkei share average rose 1% on Friday to clock its best week in three months, as investors turned more hopeful that U.S.

Japan's Nikkei notches best week in 3 months on trade deal hopes
Asia|Crime|Food|MidEast|Political|World

Over 170 arrested for attacks on Pakistan KFC outlets in Gaza war protests

Police have arrested scores of people in Pakistan in recent weeks after more than 10 mob attacks on outlets of U.S. fast-food chain KFC, sparked by anti-United States

Over 170 arrested for attacks on Pakistan KFC outlets in Gaza war protests
Asia|Business|Political|Technology|World

India's Modi, Musk discussed potential collaboration in technology

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Elon Musk and talked about "various issues, including the topics we covered during our meeting in Washington DC earlier this year," he said in

India's Modi, Musk discussed potential collaboration in technology
Asia|Political|World

Myanmar junta, opposition set to extend ceasefire, Malaysia PM says

Myanmar's junta and a key opposition group have indicated they will extend a ceasefire to support more aid efforts after a devastating earthquake, Malaysia's

Myanmar junta, opposition set to extend ceasefire, Malaysia PM says
Africa|Crime|Political

Uganda plans law to allow military prosecution of civilians

The Ugandan government intends to introduce a law to allow military tribunals to try civilians for certain offences even after the practice was banned by the

Uganda plans law to allow military prosecution of civilians
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

China set to leave lending rates steady, but tariffs raise easing bets

China is widely expected to leave its benchmark lending rates unchanged at the monthly fixing on Monday, a Reuters survey showed, but markets are wagering on more stimulus

China set to leave lending rates steady, but tariffs raise easing bets
MidEast|Political|US|World

With his promises of peace unmet in Gaza and Ukraine, Trump may find Iran just as tough

With his campaign promises unfulfilled to quickly bring peace to Gaza and Ukraine, U.S.

With his promises of peace unmet in Gaza and Ukraine, Trump may find Iran just as tough
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

India plans to ease nuclear liability laws to attract foreign firms, sources say

India is planning to ease its nuclear liability laws to cap accident-related penalties on equipment suppliers, three government sources said, in a move

India plans to ease nuclear liability laws to attract foreign firms, sources say
Asia|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Japan does not manipulate FX to weaken the yen, Finance Minister says

Japan does not manipulate the currency market to weaken the yen, Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato told parliament on Friday, countering accusations from U.S.

Japan does not manipulate FX to weaken the yen, Finance Minister says
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Indonesia says to increase US imports, lower orders from other countries

Indonesia will increase imports of U.S. food and commodities and reduce orders from countries where the Southeast Asian nation currently buys the products, chief economic minister

Indonesia says to increase US imports, lower orders from other countries
MidEast|Political|World

Protest letters from former Israeli soldiers lay bare profound rifts over the ongoing war

When nearly 1,000 Israeli Air Force veterans signed an open letter last week calling for an end to the war in Gaza, the military responded immediately, saying it would dismiss any active reservist who signed the document

Protest letters from former Israeli soldiers lay bare profound rifts over the ongoing war
Americas|Political|US|World

Maryland Democrat meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador

Maryland Democrat meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador

Maryland Democrat meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador
Crime|Political|Technology|US

Judge extends ban on Musk's DOGE access to private Social Security data

A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction on Thursday that extends a ban on billionaire Elon Musk's aides from accessing private information on millions of Americans

Judge extends ban on Musk's DOGE access to private Social Security data
Education|Election|Environment|Political|US

Law firms, universities and now civil society groups are in Trump's sights for punitive action

First, the nation’s top law firms

Law firms, universities and now civil society groups are in Trump's sights for punitive action
Political|US|World

Career diplomat becomes the face of Trump's 'America First' agenda at the UN

A career diplomat has become the unexpected face of President Donald Trump's “America First” agenda at the United Nations

Career diplomat becomes the face of Trump's 'America First' agenda at the UN
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Ukraine says pact signed with U.S. is first step towards minerals deal

Ukraine said on Thursday Kyiv and Washington had signed a memorandum as an initial step towards clinching an agreement on developing mineral resources in Ukraine, a deal

Ukraine says pact signed with U.S. is first step towards minerals deal
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Boeing jet returns to US from China amid tariff war

A Boeing jet earmarked for China was returning to the United States on Friday, flight tracking data showed, as the planemaker's

Boeing jet returns to US from China amid tariff war
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Maryland Sen. Van Hollen meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador amid court fight over US return

Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen has met in El Salvador with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man who was sent there by the Trump administration in March despite an immigration court order preventing his deportation

Maryland Sen. Van Hollen meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador amid court fight over US return
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US intelligence contradicts Trump claims linking gang to Venezuelan government to speed deportations

U.S. officials say a new intelligence assessment finds no coordination between the Tren de Aragua gang and the Venezuelan government

US intelligence contradicts Trump claims linking gang to Venezuelan government to speed deportations
Political|US

Clyburn asks town hall crowd to pray the US ‘will not allow itself to go the way of Germany in the 1930s’

Clyburn asks town hall crowd to pray the US ‘will not allow itself to go the way of Germany in the 1930s’

Clyburn asks town hall crowd to pray the US ‘will not allow itself to go the way of Germany in the 1930s’
Americas|Political|US

US Senator Van Hollen meets wrongly deported man in El Salvador

Democratic U.S.

US Senator Van Hollen meets wrongly deported man in El Salvador
Business|Economy|Political|US

United States eases port fees on China-built ships after industry backlash

The Trump administration shielded on Thursday domestic exporters and vessel owners servicing the Great Lakes,

United States eases port fees on China-built ships after industry backlash
Political|US

Federal judge in Baltimore temporarily limits DOGE access to Social Security data

A federal judge has imposed new restrictions on the Department of Government Efficiency’s access to Social Security systems that hold personal data on millions of Americans

Federal judge in Baltimore temporarily limits DOGE access to Social Security data
Business|Environment|Political|US

Trump to approve land swap for Rio Tinto copper mine opposed by Native Americans

The Trump administration said on Thursday it would approve a land swap needed for Rio Tinto and BHP to build one of the world's largest copper mines, despite concerns

Trump to approve land swap for Rio Tinto copper mine opposed by Native Americans
Political|US

In their words: What judges and Trump's government say about Abrego Garcia's mistaken deportation

President Donald Trump’s administration has dug in on its contention that his government should not have to repatriate Kilmar Abrego Garcia, despite court rulings that he was wrongly deported and should be returned to the United States

In their words: What judges and Trump's government say about Abrego Garcia's mistaken deportation
Education|Political|US

Trump administration takes aim at Harvard's international students and tax-exempt status

President Donald Trump's administration has escalated its ongoing battle with Harvard, threatening to block the university from enrolling international students, who make up 27% of the campus

Trump administration takes aim at Harvard's international students and tax-exempt status
Americas|Economy|Election|Political

Carney says lower internal trade barriers will help Canada more than Trump's tariffs will harm it

Prime Minister Mark Carney says eliminating trade barriers within Canada would benefit Canadians far more than U.S. President Donald Trump can ever take away with his trade war as he made his case to retain power at the last debate ahead of the April 28 vote

Carney says lower internal trade barriers will help Canada more than Trump's tariffs will harm it
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration orders Gaza-linked social media vetting for visa applicants

The Trump administration on Thursday ordered a social media vetting for all U.S. visa applicants who have been to the Gaza Strip on or after January 1, 2007, an

Trump administration orders Gaza-linked social media vetting for visa applicants
Economy|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Thousands of Gaza children are malnourished under Israel's food blockade, aid groups say

Aid groups are raising new alarm over Israel’s blockade of the war-ravaged Gaza Strip

Thousands of Gaza children are malnourished under Israel's food blockade, aid groups say
Political|Sports|US

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred meets with President Donald Trump at White House

Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred met this week at the White House with President Donald Trump

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred meets with President Donald Trump at White House
Americas|Economy|Health|Political|US

Officials demand answers as crews work to restore power after another Puerto Rico blackout

Crews are working to restore power to Puerto Rico after a blackout across the entire island affected the main airport, several hospitals and hotels filled with Easter vacationers

Officials demand answers as crews work to restore power after another Puerto Rico blackout
Crime|Education|Political|US

The Latest: 2 people killed and at least 6 wounded in Florida State shooting

Police say a man believed to be a Florida State University student opened fire on campus, killing two people and wounding at least six others before he was shot and wounded by responding officers

The Latest: 2 people killed and at least 6 wounded in Florida State shooting
Education|Political|US

Lawmakers move to mandate the display of Ten Commandments and ban pride flags in Alabama schools

Alabama lawmakers approved a slew of bills that would expand the use of Christian texts in public schools and limit protections for LGBTQ+ students

Lawmakers move to mandate the display of Ten Commandments and ban pride flags in Alabama schools
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump finds kindred European spirit in Meloni

Trump finds kindred European spirit in Meloni

Trump finds kindred European spirit in Meloni
Education|MidEast|Political|US

As demonstrators accuse Trump of undermining universities, he calls Harvard 'a disgrace'

Hundreds of students, faculty and community members on a California campus booed on Thursday as speakers accused the administration of President 

As demonstrators accuse Trump of undermining universities, he calls Harvard 'a disgrace'
Business|Crime|Political|US

UnitedHealthcare killing suspect Luigi Mangione indicted as prosecutors push for death penalty

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel in December, has been indicted in a New York court on four charges including a count eligible for the death penalty

UnitedHealthcare killing suspect Luigi Mangione indicted as prosecutors push for death penalty
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Suspect charged with hate crime in attack on two Jewish students in Chicago

A suspect was charged with a hate crime for a November attack on two Jewish students who were demonstrating in support of Israel at Chicago's DePaul University

Suspect charged with hate crime in attack on two Jewish students in Chicago
Political|Sports|US

Olympics-White House offered reassurances on visas for LA28, USOPC says

The USOPC has received "significant reassurances" from the White House on visas for the Los Angeles 2028 Games, Chair Gene Sykes said on Thursday, weeks after an

Olympics-White House offered reassurances on visas for LA28, USOPC says
Crime|Political|US

Mangione faces federal charges, death penalty in UnitedHealth executive's killing

A federal grand jury has indicted Luigi Mangione, who is accused of murdering a UnitedHealth Group executive in New York last year, allowing prosecutors to seek the

Mangione faces federal charges, death penalty in UnitedHealth executive's killing
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump signals tit-for-tat China tariffs may be near end; TikTok deal on ice

U.S.

Trump signals tit-for-tat China tariffs may be near end; TikTok deal on ice
Economy|Political|US

The Latest: Trump says trade deals could be done within a month

After saying earlier in the day that he was “in no rush” to finish trade deals, President Donald Trump said he thought he could wrap up tariff talks “over the next three or four weeks.”

The Latest: Trump says trade deals could be done within a month
MidEast|Political|US|World

US to withdraw 600 troops from Syria, leaving fewer than 1,000 to help counter IS militants

The U.S. will withdraw about 600 troops from Syria, leaving fewer than 1,000 to work with Kurdish allies to counter the Islamic State group

US to withdraw 600 troops from Syria, leaving fewer than 1,000 to help counter IS militants
Americas|Economy|Political|US

A look at why an island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico and what caused it

An island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico this week, leaving 1.4 million customers without power and more than 400,000 without water

A look at why an island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico and what caused it
Business|Crime|Political|US

Luigi Mangione indicted on federal charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione indicted on federal charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione indicted on federal charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump officials' defiance over Abrego Garcia's deportation is 'shocking,' appeals court says

A federal appeals court says it is “shocking” that The Trump administration claims it can’t do anything to free Kilmar Abrego Garcia from an El Salvador prison and return him to the U.S. A three-judge panel from the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday unanimously refused to suspend a judge’s decision to order sworn testimony by Trump administration officials to determine if they complied with her instruction to facilitate Abrego Garcia’s return

Trump officials' defiance over Abrego Garcia's deportation is 'shocking,' appeals court says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US consumer watchdog says it will lay off most remaining staff

The U.S.

US consumer watchdog says it will lay off most remaining staff
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

FDA fires most negotiators for pharma user fee talks, sources say

The U.S.

FDA fires most negotiators for pharma user fee talks, sources say
Economy|Political|US

Trump order seeks looser regulation of US fishing industry

U.S.

Trump order seeks looser regulation of US fishing industry
Crime|Health|Political|US

Program that offers shelter beds to drug addicts if they accept treatment

Program that offers shelter beds to drug addicts if they accept treatment

Program that offers shelter beds to drug addicts if they accept treatment
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas rejects ceasefire offer as far-right Israeli lawmakers call for escalation in Gaza

Hamas rejects ceasefire offer as far-right Israeli lawmakers call for escalation in Gaza

Hamas rejects ceasefire offer as far-right Israeli lawmakers call for escalation in Gaza
Crime|Political|US

11 sentenced in Idaho fentanyl trafficking case tied to Mexico pipeline

11 sentenced in Idaho fentanyl trafficking case tied to Mexico pipeline

11 sentenced in Idaho fentanyl trafficking case tied to Mexico pipeline
Political|US

Trump to sign order to extend federal hiring freeze, White House says

U.S.

Trump to sign order to extend federal hiring freeze, White House says
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

IMF chief hails new playbook to help countries navigate sovereign debt processes

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva on Thursday announced plans for a new playbook for countries considering debt restructuring, and redoubled her calls for heavily

IMF chief hails new playbook to help countries navigate sovereign debt processes
Europe|Political|US|World

Italy's Meloni says Trump will visit Rome and consider meeting EU

U.S.

Italy's Meloni says Trump will visit Rome and consider meeting EU
Health|Political|US

US FDA limits industry employees from roles in its advisory committees

U.S.

US FDA limits industry employees from roles in its advisory committees
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine, US sign memorandum on minerals deal, top Ukrainian official says

Ukraine and the United States on Thursday signed a memorandum as an initial step towards the clinching of an agreement on developing minerals in Ukraine, Yulia Svyrydenko, Ukraine's first

Ukraine, US sign memorandum on minerals deal, top Ukrainian official says
Political|US

Republican US Senator Murkowski on threat of Trump retaliation: 'We are all afraid'

Republican U.S.

Republican US Senator Murkowski on threat of Trump retaliation: 'We are all afraid'
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump says he doubts U.S. Steel-Nippon deal will be part of trade talks with Japan

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that a deal between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel could be a part of tariff negotiations with Japan, but added he doubted it would be.

Trump says he doubts U.S. Steel-Nippon deal will be part of trade talks with Japan
MidEast|Political|World

Iraqi and Syrian leaders meet in Qatar, marking a significant first encounter

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani met on Thursday in Qatar with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, the first encounter between the two leaders, Iraqi and Syrian state news

Iraqi and Syrian leaders meet in Qatar, marking a significant first encounter
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas says it is ready to release all remaining hostages for an end to Gaza war

Hamas wants a comprehensive deal to end the war in Gaza and swap all Israeli hostages for Palestinians jailed in Israel, a senior official from the Palestinian

Hamas says it is ready to release all remaining hostages for an end to Gaza war
Asia|Business|Finance|Political|US

JPMorgan and BofA should stop work on IPO for China's CATL, lawmaker says

JPMorgan Chase & Co and Bank of America should withdraw from working on the initial public offering of Chinese electric vehicle battery giant CATL, a Republican lawmaker

JPMorgan and BofA should stop work on IPO for China's CATL, lawmaker says
Crime|Political|US

Pennsylvania intruder faced little resistance as Gov. Josh Shapiro and his family slept

The arsonist who broke into the Pennsylvania governor’s residence while Gov. Josh Shapiro and his family slept upstairs faced little resistance as he smashed windows, ignited Molotov cocktails and crawled inside

Pennsylvania intruder faced little resistance as Gov. Josh Shapiro and his family slept
Crime|Political|US

In his words: Shapiro recounts evacuating arson fire in pajamas at Pennsylvania governor's residence

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is sharing new details about the arson fire this weekend that prompted his family to evacuate the official residence in Harrisburg in the dead of night

In his words: Shapiro recounts evacuating arson fire in pajamas at Pennsylvania governor's residence
Education|Political|Technology

Governor signs bill banning cell phones at schools during school day

Governor signs bill banning cell phones at schools during school day

Governor signs bill banning cell phones at schools during school day
Political|US

AP and the Trump administration argue over presidential access before appeals judges

The Associated Press and Trump administration were back in a Washington court as part of a high-stakes battle over who can control which journalists can question the president

AP and the Trump administration argue over presidential access before appeals judges
Economy|Health|Political|US

Draft budget plan proposes deep cuts across federal health programs

A draft budget proposal circulating among federal officials would dramatically deepen cuts at the nation’s top health agency, eliminating some public health programs entirely and serving as a roadmap for more mass firings

Draft budget plan proposes deep cuts across federal health programs
Crime|Election|Political|US

George Santos is 'unrepentant' as he faces years in prison for fraud, prosecutors say

Federal prosecutors say disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos “remains unrepentant” as he faces years in federal prison for fraud and identity theft

George Santos is 'unrepentant' as he faces years in prison for fraud, prosecutors say
Business|Political|Technology|US

Google's digital ad network declared an illegal monopoly, joining its search engine in penalty box

Google has been branded an abusive monopolist by a federal judge for the second time in less than a year, this time for illegally exploiting some of its online marketing technology to boost the profits fueling an internet empire currently worth $1.8 trillion

Google's digital ad network declared an illegal monopoly, joining its search engine in penalty box
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Nearly 90% of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau cut as Trump's government downsizing continues

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is being downsized by President Donald Trump

Nearly 90% of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau cut as Trump's government downsizing continues
Economy|Education|Health|Political|US

White House proposes eliminating Head Start funding as part of sweeping budget cuts

The Trump administration is asking Congress to eliminate the Head Start program, a move that would cut early education for some of the nation’s neediest children as part of drastic proposed cuts to federal health funding

White House proposes eliminating Head Start funding as part of sweeping budget cuts
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trading Day: ECB acts, Trump attacks

TRADING DAY Making sense of the forces driving global markets By Jamie McGeever, Markets Columnist  Trump is Fed up If Federal Reserve Chair Jerome

Trading Day: ECB acts, Trump attacks
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political

IMF says no decision before May on Senegal waiver for misreported data

The International Monetary Fund will not decide before May whether Senegal must repay money disbursed under a now-frozen programme, it said on Thursday, meaning the

IMF says no decision before May on Senegal waiver for misreported data
Crime|Political|US

Judges warn Trump risks public perception of lawlessness in his fight with courts

A U.S. appeals court urged the Trump administration on Thursday to back off from its escalating confrontation with the judiciary while

Judges warn Trump risks public perception of lawlessness in his fight with courts
Political|US

Supreme Court keeps hold on Trump’s restrictions on birthright citizenship but sets May arguments

The Supreme Court is keeping a hold on President Donald Trump’s restrictions on birthright citizenship but will hear arguments on the issue in May

Supreme Court keeps hold on Trump’s restrictions on birthright citizenship but sets May arguments
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump Media presses US regulator to investigate short positions in its stocks

The media company majority owned by President Donald Trump, Trump Media & Technology Group, said on Thursday it had asked the U.S.

Trump Media presses US regulator to investigate short positions in its stocks
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump amps up feud with Fed over rates, accuses Powell of 'playing politics'

U.S.

Trump amps up feud with Fed over rates, accuses Powell of 'playing politics'
Europe|Political|US|World

Russia's Lavrov tells Rubio that Moscow is ready to continue joint work on Ukraine, ministry says

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov told U.S.

Russia's Lavrov tells Rubio that Moscow is ready to continue joint work on Ukraine, ministry says
Business|Political|Technology|US

Google holds illegal monopolies in ad tech, US judge finds

Alphabet's Google illegally dominates two markets for online advertising technology, a judge ruled on Thursday, dealing another blow to the tech giant and paving the way for

Google holds illegal monopolies in ad tech, US judge finds
Education|Political|US

Can the IRS revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status?

For years, President Donald Trump has complained that colleges and universities are “indoctrinating” their students with “radical left” ideas and has said they should lose their tax-exempt status

Can the IRS revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status?
MidEast|Political|World

Thousands of Jewish worshippers visit Jerusalem holy site as Israeli lawmaker boasts ‘Arabs aren’t allowed to come near us’

Thousands of Jewish worshippers visit Jerusalem holy site as Israeli lawmaker boasts ‘Arabs aren’t allowed to come near us’

Thousands of Jewish worshippers visit Jerusalem holy site as Israeli lawmaker boasts ‘Arabs aren’t allowed to come near us’
Political|US

Appeals court backs judge in Abrego Garcia case, saying Trump DOJ ‘would reduce the rule of law to lawlessness’

Appeals court backs judge in Abrego Garcia case, saying Trump DOJ ‘would reduce the rule of law to lawlessness’

Appeals court backs judge in Abrego Garcia case, saying Trump DOJ ‘would reduce the rule of law to lawlessness’
Economy|Europe|Political|US

Trump says he's in 'no rush' to end tariffs as he meets with Italy's Meloni

President Donald Trump says he's in “no rush” to reach any trade deals because he views tariffs as making the United States wealthy

Trump says he's in 'no rush' to end tariffs as he meets with Italy's Meloni
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Most US stocks rise, but UnitedHealth's worst day in decades keeps Wall Street in check

Most U.S. stocks rose, but the worst drop for UnitedHealth Group in a quarter century kept Wall Street in check

Most US stocks rise, but UnitedHealth's worst day in decades keeps Wall Street in check
Crime|Political|US

DOGE wanted to assign staff to the nonprofit Vera Institute of Justice because it got federal funds

The nonprofit Vera Institute of Justice says staff from Elon Musk’s DOGE contacted them to “assign” a team to the organization and said DOGE staff told them they intended to “assign” teams to all nonprofits that receive funds appropriated by Congress

DOGE wanted to assign staff to the nonprofit Vera Institute of Justice because it got federal funds
Crime|Economy|Health|Political|US

$46 million project underway to remodel aging detention facility

$46 million project underway to remodel aging detention facility

$46 million project underway to remodel aging detention facility
Food|MidEast|Political|US

State Department says life-saving wheat headed for Yemen won’t go to waste and US may redirect ship after CNN reporting

State Department says life-saving wheat headed for Yemen won’t go to waste and US may redirect ship after CNN reporting

State Department says life-saving wheat headed for Yemen won’t go to waste and US may redirect ship after CNN reporting
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Stocks close out choppy day after Trump calls for ousting Fed Chair Powell

Stocks close out choppy day after Trump calls for ousting Fed Chair Powell

Stocks close out choppy day after Trump calls for ousting Fed Chair Powell
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump suggests he can remove Fed Chair Powell and says he's 'not happy' with him over interest rates

President Donald Trump has attacked Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for not cutting interest rates

Trump suggests he can remove Fed Chair Powell and says he's 'not happy' with him over interest rates
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Can Trump fire Jerome Powell? The Supreme Court may soon offer some clues

Can Trump fire Jerome Powell? The Supreme Court may soon offer some clues

Can Trump fire Jerome Powell? The Supreme Court may soon offer some clues
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Apple CEO spoke with Lutnick about tariff impact on iPhone prices, Washington Post says

Apple CEO Tim Cook spoke with U.S.

Apple CEO spoke with Lutnick about tariff impact on iPhone prices, Washington Post says
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US hails 'encouraging reception' for peace framework from Europeans, Ukraine

U.S.

US hails 'encouraging reception' for peace framework from Europeans, Ukraine
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US expects Congo minerals deal to involve private sector partners, State Dept says

The United States expects a minerals deal being negotiated with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) will involve a range of private sector partners, State Department

US expects Congo minerals deal to involve private sector partners, State Dept says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|US

Oil posts weekly gain on trade deal hopes, new Iran sanctions

Oil prices settled more than 3% higher on Thursday, supported by hopes for a trade deal between the United States and the European Union and new U.S. sanctions to

Oil posts weekly gain on trade deal hopes, new Iran sanctions
Crime|Political|US

Probe of Trump team's compliance with order on deported man can proceed, court rules

A U.S. appeals court has denied the U.S.

Probe of Trump team's compliance with order on deported man can proceed, court rules
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|US

What does ruling on Google's illegal ad tech monopoly mean?

A U.S. judge's ruling that Google has illegal monopolies in ad technology sets up the possibility of U.S. prosecutors seeking a breakup.

What does ruling on Google's illegal ad tech monopoly mean?
Economy|Political|US

Trump has discussed firing Fed's Powell with Warsh, eyed as possible successor, WSJ says

President Donald Trump has privately discussed firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for months and talked about it with former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh, including the possibility of

Trump has discussed firing Fed's Powell with Warsh, eyed as possible successor, WSJ says
Political|US|World

Rubio spoke about Ukraine with Russian counterpart, State Department says

U.S.

Rubio spoke about Ukraine with Russian counterpart, State Department says
Europe|Political|US|World

US, Ukraine and European officials hold ‘excellent exchange’ in Paris, in highest level talks in weeks

US, Ukraine and European officials hold ‘excellent exchange’ in Paris, in highest level talks in weeks

US, Ukraine and European officials hold ‘excellent exchange’ in Paris, in highest level talks in weeks
Food|Health|Political|US

US FDA suspends food safety quality checks after staff cuts

The Food and Drug Administration is suspending a quality control program for its food testing laboratories as a result of staff cuts at the Department of Health

US FDA suspends food safety quality checks after staff cuts
Political|US

US Supreme Court to hear Trump bid to enforce birthright citizenship order

The U.S.

US Supreme Court to hear Trump bid to enforce birthright citizenship order
Europe|Political|US|World

Rubio and Witkoff met Ukrainian and European officials for landmark talks on Ukraine's future

France has hosted high-level talks on Ukraine and its security

Rubio and Witkoff met Ukrainian and European officials for landmark talks on Ukraine's future
Celebrity|Political|US

Afghanistan Medal of Honor recipient reenlists in Marine Corps reserves after 15 years

Dakota Meyer, a Marine who was awarded the Medal of Honor for heroism in the Afghanistan War, has reenlisted in the the military and will serve in the Marine Reserves

Afghanistan Medal of Honor recipient reenlists in Marine Corps reserves after 15 years
Europe|Political|Sports

Ukrainian tennis player Lesia Tsurenko sues WTA and its chairman for causing 'emotional distress'

Ukrainian tennis player Lesia Tsurenko has filed an amended lawsuit that accuses the WTA Tour and its chairman, Steve Simon, of a breach of contract, negligence and the “negligent infliction of emotional distress."

Ukrainian tennis player Lesia Tsurenko sues WTA and its chairman for causing 'emotional distress'
Political

Revised projected federal spending cuts estimates cast doubt on DOGE

Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency has significantly reduced its projected federal spending cuts for the 2026 fiscal year, lowering the target from an initial $1 trillion to $150 billion. This adjustment follows scrutiny over the feasibility of the original goal and concerns about the impact on essential public services. During an April 10 Cabinet meeting, Musk attributed the revised savings estimate to reductions in waste and fraud, asserting these cuts would enhance government services. “I’m excited to announce that we anticipate savings in ’26 from the reduction of waste and fraud by $150 billion,” Musk told President Donald Trump,

Revised projected federal spending cuts estimates cast doubt on DOGE
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says he is in no rush to attack Iran over nuclear program

President Donald Trump on Thursday said he was in no hurry to launch an attack on Iran over its nuclear program, a day ahead of U.S.-Iran talks in Rome.

Trump says he is in no rush to attack Iran over nuclear program
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Reaction to US judge ruling that Google holds illegal monopolies in ad tech

Alphabet's Google illegally dominates two markets for online advertising technology, a judge ruled on Thursday, dealing another blow to the tech giant and paving the way for

Reaction to US judge ruling that Google holds illegal monopolies in ad tech
Europe|Political|US|World

France says Ukraine talks in Paris with U.S. officials shows Europe at the table

Talks in Paris between U.S. officials Marco Rubio and Steve Witkoff, Ukraine and Europe's top three powers were excellent and started a process where Europeans are involved in talks

France says Ukraine talks in Paris with U.S. officials shows Europe at the table
Americas|Political|World

Colombia suspends ceasefire with FARC guerrilla faction

The Colombian government will suspend a ceasefire with a faction of what was once the armed Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) guerrilla group, it said on Thursday, though

Colombia suspends ceasefire with FARC guerrilla faction
Europe|Political|US|World

Italy PM says Trump accepted invitation to visit in near future

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Thursday that U.S. President Donald Trump has accepted an invitation to visit Italy.

Italy PM says Trump accepted invitation to visit in near future
Political|US

Top cases before the US Supreme Court

The U.S.

Top cases before the US Supreme Court
Crime|Health|Political|Technology|US

Top cases before the US Supreme Court

The U.S.

Top cases before the US Supreme Court
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Google's journey from dorm to internet dominance

A U.S. judge has ruled that Google illegally monopolized digital advertising markets, paving the way for a break up of the internet empire that was started out of a Stanford University

Google's journey from dorm to internet dominance
Business|Environment|Political|US

Trump order to halt NY wind project stuns offshore industry, threatens other projects

The Trump administration's decision to halt construction of Equinor's Empire Wind 1 farm off the coast of New York late on Wednesday sent shockwaves through the offshore

Trump order to halt NY wind project stuns offshore industry, threatens other projects