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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
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump says Fed's Powell will leave if he asks him; Powell has said he won't

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he believes Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell will leave his job if Trump asks him to do so, although the U.S. central bank chief

Trump says Fed's Powell will leave if he asks him; Powell has said he won't
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump says Powell termination can't come fast enough

U.S President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's termination "cannot come fast enough", while calling for the U.S. central bank to cut interest rates.

Trump says Powell termination can't come fast enough
Political|US

Supreme Court to hear arguments in May in challenge to Trump’s plan to end birthright citizenship

Supreme Court to hear arguments in May in challenge to Trump’s plan to end birthright citizenship

Supreme Court to hear arguments in May in challenge to Trump’s plan to end birthright citizenship
Europe|Political|World

Russia strikes Ukrainian city of Dnipro as Kyiv seeks security pledges in Paris

Ukrainian officials say Russian forces launched a massive drone attack on the southeastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro, killing three people, including a child

Russia strikes Ukrainian city of Dnipro as Kyiv seeks security pledges in Paris
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump blasts Fed Chair Powell, saying his ‘termination cannot come fast enough’

Trump blasts Fed Chair Powell, saying his ‘termination cannot come fast enough’

Trump blasts Fed Chair Powell, saying his ‘termination cannot come fast enough’
Crime|Political|US

Arson attack probe at Pennsylvania governor's mansion looking into suspect's hatred of Josh Shapiro

Authorities investigating why a man set fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s official residence are probing whether the suspect targeted the Democrat because of his Jewish faith or positions on Israel’s war in Gaza

Arson attack probe at Pennsylvania governor's mansion looking into suspect's hatred of Josh Shapiro
Economy|Political|US

Fact check: Trump falsely claims grocery prices are down

Fact check: Trump falsely claims grocery prices are down

Fact check: Trump falsely claims grocery prices are down
MidEast|Political|US|World

UN nuclear watchdog says US-Iran talks at a 'very crucial' stage

Talks between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program are “in a very crucial” stage

UN nuclear watchdog says US-Iran talks at a 'very crucial' stage
Political|US

Former Pentagon spokesman tied to online DEI purge was asked to resign, official says

Former Pentagon spokesman John Ullyot has been asked to resign following a contentious start for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's communications office

Former Pentagon spokesman tied to online DEI purge was asked to resign, official says
Crime|Political|US

Some Pennsylvania Jews reminded of Tree of Life shooting after arson attack on Josh Shapiro's home

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s mansion was the target of an arson attack last weekend, but the attacker's motives are unclear

Some Pennsylvania Jews reminded of Tree of Life shooting after arson attack on Josh Shapiro's home
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|US

US tariffs will weaken global economy and trigger inflation but not a global recession, IMF says

Surging U.S. tariffs will weaken the global economy and push up inflation this year, according to projections to be released next week by the International Monetary Fund

US tariffs will weaken global economy and trigger inflation but not a global recession, IMF says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

US oilfield services firms brace for earnings as tariffs cloud outlook

Results next week will likely provide a peek into how the world's top three oilfield services companies are navigating the uncertainty fueled by the on-again, off-

US oilfield services firms brace for earnings as tariffs cloud outlook
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Russia shifts strikes from energy to civilian targets

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday that Russia has reduced the number of its strikes on Ukrainian energy facilities, but is attacking civilian infrastructure instead.

Zelenskiy says Russia shifts strikes from energy to civilian targets
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US Treasury in talks with federal agencies to ease bank oversight, Bloomberg News says

U.S.

US Treasury in talks with federal agencies to ease bank oversight, Bloomberg News says
Election|Political|US

At contentious Wisconsin elections meeting, Democratic chair threatens to oust Republican official

A Wisconsin Elections Commission discussion of uncounted ballots in Madison devolved into a shouting match, with the Democratic chair threatening to kick a Republican commissioner out of the meeting

At contentious Wisconsin elections meeting, Democratic chair threatens to oust Republican official
Election|Political|US

Citizenship voting requirement in SAVE Act has no basis in the Constitution – and ignores precedent that only states decide who gets to vote

The Constitution does not grant Congress authority to set voter-eligibility requirements in federal elections.

Citizenship voting requirement in SAVE Act has no basis in the Constitution – and ignores precedent that only states decide who gets to vote
Business|Economy|Education|Political|Sports

College football players chasing dollars with portal open and House settlement approval delayed

The opening of the college football transfer portal has created a dash for cash

College football players chasing dollars with portal open and House settlement approval delayed
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump: We will have a trade deal with China

President Donald Trump on Thursday said he expects to make a trade deal with China, though he offered no specifics or indications of how talks would get underway with the two superpowers

Trump: We will have a trade deal with China
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump says he is 100% confident on Europe trade deal

U.S.

Trump says he is 100% confident on Europe trade deal
Americas|Election|Political

Ecuador opposition candidate, doubling down on fraud claims, loses coalition backing

Ecuador's leftist presidential challenger Luisa Gonzalez plans to formally challenge the result of Sunday's election, claiming widespread fraud, although she has

Ecuador opposition candidate, doubling down on fraud claims, loses coalition backing
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy accuses China of supplying Russia with weapons

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday China was supplying weapons and gunpowder to Russia, the first time he

Zelenskiy accuses China of supplying Russia with weapons
Education|Political|US

More than 1,000 international students and graduates in the US have had their visas revoked or statuses terminated

More than 1,000 international students and graduates in the US have had their visas revoked or statuses terminated

More than 1,000 international students and graduates in the US have had their visas revoked or statuses terminated
Europe|Health|Political|Sports|World

Transgender women in Britain fear ruling could place toilets, sports and hospitals off limits

The head of the U.K. Equality and Human Rights Commission says a Supreme Court ruling will exclude transgender women from women’s toilets, hospital wards and sports teams

Transgender women in Britain fear ruling could place toilets, sports and hospitals off limits
Education|Political|US|World

More than 1,000 international students have had visas or legal status revoked

More than 1,000 international students at 128 colleges and universities have had their visas revoked or their legal status terminated since mid-March

More than 1,000 international students have had visas or legal status revoked
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

ICC opens inquiry into Hungary for failing to arrest Netanyahu

Judges at the International Criminal Court have asked Hungary to explain why it failed to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he visited Budapest earlier this month

ICC opens inquiry into Hungary for failing to arrest Netanyahu
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Some ECB governors see high chance of June cut

Some European Central Bank policymakers see a high chance of a further interest rate cut in June as a trade war and the associated market turmoil dent the economic outlook, four

Some ECB governors see high chance of June cut
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

IMF sees US-China trade grievances, welcomes India tariff cuts

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Thursday that the U.S. and China both have trade grievances, but the world's two

IMF sees US-China trade grievances, welcomes India tariff cuts
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Macron says joint Franco-Haiti commission will examine 'painful' past

French President Emmanuel Macron is to set up a joint Franco-Haitian commission to examine France's past with its former Caribbean colony, but he made no mention of the possibility of

Macron says joint Franco-Haiti commission will examine 'painful' past
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|US

US airlines struggle to forecast their business in worsening economic fog

President Donald Trump's trade war has created the biggest uncertainty for U.S. airlines since the COVID pandemic.

US airlines struggle to forecast their business in worsening economic fog
Political|US

Who is Judge Paula Xinis? What to know about the judge in the case of a man mistakenly deported to El Salvador

Who is Judge Paula Xinis? What to know about the judge in the case of a man mistakenly deported to El Salvador

Who is Judge Paula Xinis? What to know about the judge in the case of a man mistakenly deported to El Salvador
Celebrity|Election|Entertainment|Political|US

Former OneRepublic bassist to take on California House Republican in tight district

Democrats are hoping pop rock star power will help oust a long-serving Republican east of Los Angeles in the fight for the U.S. House

Former OneRepublic bassist to take on California House Republican in tight district
Business|Political|Technology|US

Google is an online advertising monopoly, judge rules

Google is an online advertising monopoly, judge rules

Google is an online advertising monopoly, judge rules
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Mortgage rates climb to highest level in two months as Trump’s tariffs continue to rock markets

Mortgage rates climb to highest level in two months as Trump’s tariffs continue to rock markets

Mortgage rates climb to highest level in two months as Trump’s tariffs continue to rock markets
Business|Economy|Political|US

Ford tells dealers prices could go up in June if Trump’s tariffs remain

Ford tells dealers prices could go up in June if Trump’s tariffs remain

Ford tells dealers prices could go up in June if Trump’s tariffs remain
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

IMF sees global growth hurt by trade tensions but no recession

Rising trade tensions and sweeping shifts in the global trading system will trigger downward revisions of the International Monetary Fund's economic forecasts

IMF sees global growth hurt by trade tensions but no recession
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Saudi defence minister arrives in Tehran ahead of Iran-US talks

Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman arrived in Tehran on Thursday for meetings with officials in a visit ahead of weekend talks between Iran and the United States over the

Saudi defence minister arrives in Tehran ahead of Iran-US talks
Europe|Political|World

Russia using new mass assault tactics on battlefield, Kyiv says

Russian forces are trying out a new tactic of larger-scale assaults involving several hundred troops, according to Ukraine's military, as Kyiv girds for

Russia using new mass assault tactics on battlefield, Kyiv says
Business|Political|US

Al Sharpton calls meeting with Target's CEO amid DEI backlash 'very constructive and candid'

Target’s chief executive officer has met with the Rev. Al Sharpton, whose civil rights organization has encouraged consumers to avoid U.S. retailers that scaled backed their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives

Al Sharpton calls meeting with Target's CEO amid DEI backlash 'very constructive and candid'
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China’s leader Xi Jinping holds talks in Cambodia to wrap up his 3-nation Southeast Asia tour

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Cambodia for a two-day state visit that serves as an opportunity to further strengthen already robust relations

China’s leader Xi Jinping holds talks in Cambodia to wrap up his 3-nation Southeast Asia tour
Education|Political|US

DHS threatens to revoke Harvard’s eligibility to host foreign students amid broader battle over universities’ autonomy

DHS threatens to revoke Harvard’s eligibility to host foreign students amid broader battle over universities’ autonomy

DHS threatens to revoke Harvard’s eligibility to host foreign students amid broader battle over universities’ autonomy
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Russia removes Afghan Taliban from list of banned terrorist groups

Russia on Thursday suspended its ban on the Taliban, which it had designated for more than two decades as a terrorist organisation, in a move that paves the way for Moscow to

Russia removes Afghan Taliban from list of banned terrorist groups
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Williams sees no looming need to change monetary policy - Fox Business

By Michael S.

Fed's Williams sees no looming need to change monetary policy - Fox Business
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

A tariff headache for major central banks

U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs have darkened the global economic backdrop, forcing big central banks to reassess their next steps.

A tariff headache for major central banks
MidEast|Political|World

Iran's Khamenei sends letter to Putin ahead of talks with US

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei sent his foreign minister to Moscow on Thursday with a letter for President Vladimir Putin to brief

Iran's Khamenei sends letter to Putin ahead of talks with US
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

'Resist protectionism,' China's Xi tells Cambodia as Phnom Penh seeks loans

Chinese leader Xi Jinping urged Cambodia to "resist protectionism" as he arrived in Phnom Penh on Thursday at the end of a three-nation tour of Southeast Asia, with

'Resist protectionism,' China's Xi tells Cambodia as Phnom Penh seeks loans
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

PIMCO bearish on dollar, long-term Treasuries as US safe-haven status wavers

U.S. bond giant PIMCO said protectionism in U.S. trade policy strengthened the case for dialing down exposure to the U.S. dollar and long-dated Treasury bonds,

PIMCO bearish on dollar, long-term Treasuries as US safe-haven status wavers
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

LVMH's Arnault lashes out at Brussels over US trade tensions

European governments urgently need to ease tensions with the United States over President Donald Trump's tariffs, LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault said

LVMH's Arnault lashes out at Brussels over US trade tensions
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science

Trump funding freeze upends agricultural research at US universities

By Karl Plume, P.J.

Trump funding freeze upends agricultural research at US universities
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

ECB cuts rates on weak growth, markets bet on more easing

The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the seventh time in a year on Thursday and warned that economic growth will take a big hit

ECB cuts rates on weak growth, markets bet on more easing
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump supporter Prince reaches deal with Congo to help secure mineral wealth

Prominent Trump supporter Erik Prince has agreed to help Democratic Republic of Congo secure and tax its vast mineral wealth, according to two sources

Trump supporter Prince reaches deal with Congo to help secure mineral wealth
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Technology

China dominates solar. Trump tariffs target China. For US solar industry, that means higher costs

President Donald Trump's escalating trade war with China means hopeful solar buyers may have a much harder time getting systems installed in the U.S. in coming months

China dominates solar. Trump tariffs target China. For US solar industry, that means higher costs
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Political|World

Russian barriers to re-entry stymie prospects of Western companies' return

Three months after U.S.

Russian barriers to re-entry stymie prospects of Western companies' return
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

South Africa investors face global growth threat after choppy politics

By Colleen Goko JOHANNESBURG -Investors have flocked to South Africa's domestic bond markets, betting the country can stay the course on reforms despite political fractures, but tariff threats and the

South Africa investors face global growth threat after choppy politics
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Qatari emir offers encouragement to Putin on prospects for Syria ties

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani told Russian President Vladimir Putin at talks in the Kremlin on Thursday that Syria's new leader was keen to build

Qatari emir offers encouragement to Putin on prospects for Syria ties
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

CEO of Singapore's DBS tells businesses to 'buckle up' for tariff uncertainty

The CEO of Singapore's biggest bank, DBS Group, Tan Su Shan, said on Thursday that businesses have to brace for heightened volatility and uncertainty triggered by U.S.

CEO of Singapore's DBS tells businesses to 'buckle up' for tariff uncertainty
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

Russian contacts with Witkoff are very productive, Putin envoy says

Russian President Vladimir Putin's meeting with U.S.

Russian contacts with Witkoff are very productive, Putin envoy says
Business|Economy|Political|US

US single-family housing starts tumble to an eight-month low in March

U.S. single-family homebuilding plunged to an eight-month low in March and could decline further as tariffs on imported materials raise costs and offset declining mortgage rates

US single-family housing starts tumble to an eight-month low in March
Education|Political|US

Trump says 'very soon' will send education back to states

U.S.

Trump says 'very soon' will send education back to states
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Italy says to meet NATO spending goal this year by accounting changes

Italy will meet NATO's 2% of gross domestic product (GDP) target on defence spending this year through a series of accounting changes, Economy

Italy says to meet NATO spending goal this year by accounting changes
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Russia’s top court lifts terror group designation on Afghanistan’s Taliban

Russia’s Supreme Court has lifted a ban on Afghanistan’s Taliban, who were designated as a terrorist group more than two decades ago

Russia’s top court lifts terror group designation on Afghanistan’s Taliban
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

European Central Bank cuts interest rates for the seventh time as global trade tensions escalate

The European Central Bank cut interest rates Thursday for the seventh time to counter worries about economic growth fueled by President Donald Trump’s tariff onslaught

European Central Bank cuts interest rates for the seventh time as global trade tensions escalate
Economy|Environment|Political|Technology|US

Appliance efficiency standards save consumers billions, reduce pollution and fight climate change

About 40% of total US energy consumption is used by household and industrial appliances, such as heating and cooling systems, refrigerators and lighting.

Appliance efficiency standards save consumers billions, reduce pollution and fight climate change
Opinion|Political|Technology|US

Why deregulating online platforms is actually bad for free speech

At first glance it might seem contradictory that restricting some speech can preserve free speech, but research shows that online content moderation protects the marketplace of ideas.

Why deregulating online platforms is actually bad for free speech
Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|US|World

When resettlement programs were cut, Philadelphia area neighbors stepped up to help Afghan refugee

When resettlement programs were cut, Philadelphia area neighbors stepped up to help Afghan refugee

When resettlement programs were cut, Philadelphia area neighbors stepped up to help Afghan refugee
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

European Central Bank cuts interest rates as tariffs threaten the economy

European Central Bank cuts interest rates as tariffs threaten the economy

European Central Bank cuts interest rates as tariffs threaten the economy
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets

Turkish central bank surprises with rate hike to 46% after market turmoil

Turkey's central bank hiked its key interest rate by 350 basis points to 46% on Thursday, in a surprise move that reversed an easing cycle and

Turkish central bank surprises with rate hike to 46% after market turmoil
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Shortsellers targeted wider range of companies ahead of Trump's 'Liberation Day'

Shortsellers targeted a wider range of equity sectors in March before U.S.

Shortsellers targeted wider range of companies ahead of Trump's 'Liberation Day'
Business|Economy|Political|US

'I'm very optimistic': Steel company owner tells CNN tariffs will help them

CNN's Jason Carroll talks with steel workers and owners in Ohio about how tariffs will affect their businesses.

'I'm very optimistic': Steel company owner tells CNN tariffs will help them
Election|Political|US

Federal judge will wait to rule on an effort to block Trump's executive order on elections

A federal judge won't yet decide on a request from Democrats and voting rights groups to block parts of President Donald Trump's recent executive order on elections

Federal judge will wait to rule on an effort to block Trump's executive order on elections
Political|US

Trump administration seeks court backing for control over White House press access

A lawyer for President Donald Trump's administration argued on Thursday that Trump has broad authority over media access to the White House

Trump administration seeks court backing for control over White House press access
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Tariffs to trigger sharp US economic slowdown; chance of recession jumps to 45%: Reuters poll

An aggressive U.S. tariff policy will trigger a significant slowdown in the U.S. economy this year and next, with the median probability of recession in the

Tariffs to trigger sharp US economic slowdown; chance of recession jumps to 45%: Reuters poll
MidEast|Political|US|World

UN nuclear watchdog says it should be involved in Iran, US nuclear talks

The UN nuclear watchdog should play a role in nuclear talks between Tehran and Washington, International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi said on Thursday, ahead of a second

UN nuclear watchdog says it should be involved in Iran, US nuclear talks
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

ECB set to ease as Fed delivers hawkish twist

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Financial Industry and Financial Markets As the Federal Reserve takes a hawkish turn in the face of another Wall Street

ECB set to ease as Fed delivers hawkish twist
Business|Political|Technology|US

Musk's SpaceX is frontrunner to build Trump's Golden Dome missile shield

Elon Musk's SpaceX and two partners have emerged as frontrunners to win a crucial part of President Donald Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense

Musk's SpaceX is frontrunner to build Trump's Golden Dome missile shield
Business|Europe|Political|World

Russia says new Estonian legislation threatens Baltic shipping security

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Thursday that Estonia's adoption of legal amendments allowing the country's navy to use force against foreign vessels

Russia says new Estonian legislation threatens Baltic shipping security
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Truist Q1 profit falls on weakness in investment banking and trading business

Truist Financial reported a fall in first-quarter profit on Thursday due to weakness in its investment banking and trading unit amid U.S. President Donald Trump's whiplash trade policies.

Truist Q1 profit falls on weakness in investment banking and trading business
Election|Europe|Political

Moldovan parliament votes to hold elections on September 28

Moldova's parliament voted on Thursday to hold parliamentary elections in September, a poll that is expected to be closely fought and could significantly reduce the number of

Moldovan parliament votes to hold elections on September 28
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Saudi defense minister visits Iran in highest-level trip in decades as nuclear talks proceed

Saudi defense minister visits Iran in highest-level trip in decades as nuclear talks proceed

Saudi defense minister visits Iran in highest-level trip in decades as nuclear talks proceed
Political|US

Trump’s pick to be DC’s top prosecutor failed to report nearly 200 appearances on far-right media outlets to Senate

Trump’s pick to be DC’s top prosecutor failed to report nearly 200 appearances on far-right media outlets to Senate

Trump’s pick to be DC’s top prosecutor failed to report nearly 200 appearances on far-right media outlets to Senate
Europe|Political|World

Russian, Belarusian ambassadors not invited to German parliament's WWII memorial event

The German parliament has kept the ambassadors of Russia and Belarus off its guest list for a special sitting on May 8 marking the 80th

Russian, Belarusian ambassadors not invited to German parliament's WWII memorial event
Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says Trump envoy Witkoff to inform Europeans on Ukraine

The Kremlin on Thursday said that a meeting between the U.S., Ukraine and European countries in Paris was a chance for U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff to inform them of the current

Kremlin says Trump envoy Witkoff to inform Europeans on Ukraine
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Japan finance minister 'deeply concerned' over Trump tariff impact

Japan is "deeply concerned" about global economic fallout from U.S.

Japan finance minister 'deeply concerned' over Trump tariff impact
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Thai economic growth to see hit from US tariffs, central bank says

Thailand's economic growth will be hit by U.S. tariffs on its exports, although the impact on activity won't be as great as during the

Thai economic growth to see hit from US tariffs, central bank says
Asia|Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Investor concerns over Chinese ADR de-listings resurface

Investor concerns over the possible forced de-listing of Chinese companies from U.S. exchanges reemerged as the tit-for-tat trade war between the world's two largest

Investor concerns over Chinese ADR de-listings resurface
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon detains several people on suspicion of firing rockets at Israel

The Lebanese military says it has detained several people linked to firing rockets into Israel last month

Lebanon detains several people on suspicion of firing rockets at Israel
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Portrait of Palestinian boy who lost both arms is World Press Photo of the year for 2025

A portrait of a young Palestinian boy who lost both arms as a result of an Israeli attack in Gaza has been named World Press Photo of the year

Portrait of Palestinian boy who lost both arms is World Press Photo of the year for 2025
Asia|Political|World

Myanmar frees nearly 4,900 prisoners including some political detainees

The head of Myanmar’s military government has granted amnesty to nearly 4,900 prisoners to mark the country's traditional new year

Myanmar frees nearly 4,900 prisoners including some political detainees
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

European Central Bank expected to cut rates again amid worries about Trump's tariffs

Worries about economic growth fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff onslaught will likely push the European Central Bank to cut interest rates on Thursday for a sixth straight time to make credit more affordable for business and consumers

European Central Bank expected to cut rates again amid worries about Trump's tariffs
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czechs hail end of Russian oil dependence with first increased deliveries from west

The Czech Republic has become fully independent of Russian oil supplies for the first time in its history, government officials said on Thursday, following the completion of

Czechs hail end of Russian oil dependence with first increased deliveries from west
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Paris court gives Ukraine's Naftogaz go-ahead to pursue Gazprom compensation

Ukraine's Naftogaz can start legal proceedings in France for compensation from Gazprom for assets seized in Crimea, it said on Thursday, after a Paris court recognised an

Paris court gives Ukraine's Naftogaz go-ahead to pursue Gazprom compensation
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

China, US at impasse over who should start trade talks

China's commerce ministry on Thursday urged the United States to stop putting "extreme pressure" on the world's second-largest economy and demanded respect in any trade talks, but

China, US at impasse over who should start trade talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Lasting damage

As financial markets try to move past tariff fears, attention turns to what China will do to buffer its economy and how corporate America and business activity globally is holding

Lasting damage
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

TSMC upbeat on outlook as robust AI demand offsets tariff uncertainty

The world's largest contract chip maker, TSMC, gave a bullish outlook for the year on robust demand for AI applications, adding that it

TSMC upbeat on outlook as robust AI demand offsets tariff uncertainty
Asia|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump includes U.S. troop costs in tariff talks with Asian allies

The tens of thousands of U.S. troops stationed in South Korea and Japan appear set to be part of President Donald Trump's tariff negotiations,

Trump includes U.S. troop costs in tariff talks with Asian allies
Education|Health|Political|Science|Technology|US

Science caught in crossfire of Trump's fight with universities

Harvard scientist Dr.

Science caught in crossfire of Trump's fight with universities
Economy|Education|Health|Political|Science|Technology|US

iPhones and GPS owe their existence to US government-funded research. What’s at stake with Trump cuts to university funding

iPhones and GPS owe their existence to US government-funded research. What’s at stake with Trump cuts to university funding

iPhones and GPS owe their existence to US government-funded research. What’s at stake with Trump cuts to university funding
Political|US

‘Breathtaking in its audacity’: Trump’s conflict with judges has escalated to new heights

‘Breathtaking in its audacity’: Trump’s conflict with judges has escalated to new heights

‘Breathtaking in its audacity’: Trump’s conflict with judges has escalated to new heights
Business|Economy|Europe|Food|Political|World

Moscow plans to use seized US-owned company to feed Russian army, document shows

Plans are afoot for an American-owned company seized by the Kremlin and placed under state control to be used to supply food to the Russian

Moscow plans to use seized US-owned company to feed Russian army, document shows
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Why the yen is the wrong gambit in any US-Japan trade dispute

U.S.

Why the yen is the wrong gambit in any US-Japan trade dispute
Crime|Europe|Political

'Drug-dealing scum' most likely behind French prison attacks, minister says

Drug-traffickers were most likely behind an unprecedented wave of attacks against French prisons though foreign influence and the far-left remain possible instigators, French

'Drug-dealing scum' most likely behind French prison attacks, minister says
Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|Political

Kenya land standoff sends warning to foreign-owned tea estates

A dispute between a British-owned tea plantation and a local community in western Kenya has come to the boil in what

Kenya land standoff sends warning to foreign-owned tea estates
Asia|Political|World

China commends Cambodia when asked about Taiwanese deportation

China on Thursday commended the Cambodian government for following the "one China principle" when asked to comment on their deportation of Taiwanese citizens to China earlier this

China commends Cambodia when asked about Taiwanese deportation
Crime|Political|US

Suggestion to house US citizens in offshore prisons has no legal basis, experts say

Suggestion to house US citizens in offshore prisons has no legal basis, experts say

Suggestion to house US citizens in offshore prisons has no legal basis, experts say
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Japan reports a $63 billion trade surplus with the US as it talks with Trump on tariffs

Japan recorded a trade deficit for the fiscal year that just ended but racked up a $63 billion surplus with the United States

Japan reports a $63 billion trade surplus with the US as it talks with Trump on tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Malaysia trade minister to head to U.S. next week for tariff talks

Malaysia's trade minister will travel to the United States on April 24 to meet the U.S.

Malaysia trade minister to head to U.S. next week for tariff talks
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Mass drone attack kills three, injures at least 30 in Ukraine's Dnipro, governor says

A Russian mass drone attack killed three people, including a child, and injured many more on Wednesday evening in the southeastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro, the regional governor said.

Mass drone attack kills three, injures at least 30 in Ukraine's Dnipro, governor says
Europe|Political|World

King Charles reflects on war, suffering and heroism in Easter message

Britain's King Charles on Thursday used his annual Easter message to reflect on war, human suffering and the heroism of those who risk their lives to protect others.

King Charles reflects on war, suffering and heroism in Easter message
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

BlueBay sells US dollars short, citing low investor confidence

RBC BlueBay Asset Management has opened short positions on the U.S. dollar, betting on the end of U.S. exceptionalism as President Donald Trump's trade war

BlueBay sells US dollars short, citing low investor confidence
Environment|MidEast|Political|World

The unexploded bombs of Gaza

The Gaza Strip is strewn with undetonated explosives from tens of thousands of Israeli air strikes,

The unexploded bombs of Gaza
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Operation Assad: the air mission to smuggle the Syrian despot's valuables

As his enemies closed in on Damascus, Bashar al-Assad, who ruled over Syria with an iron fist for 24

Operation Assad: the air mission to smuggle the Syrian despot's valuables
Economy|Education|Health|Political|US

Harvard weighs its next moves amid the federal funding standoff

Harvard weighs its next moves amid the federal funding standoff

Harvard weighs its next moves amid the federal funding standoff
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

No surprise at Japan talks, except Trump

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rocky Swift U.S.

No surprise at Japan talks, except Trump
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|US

OpenAI's $500 billion Stargate venture weighs future UK investment, FT reports

Stargate, a $500 billion U.S. data-centre project funded by SoftBank, OpenAI and Oracle, is weighing a future investment in the UK as it explores overseas locations to build out AI

OpenAI's $500 billion Stargate venture weighs future UK investment, FT reports
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump hails 'big progress' in Japan tariff talks

President Donald Trump touted "big progress" in tariff talks with Japan on Wednesday, in one of the first rounds of face-to-face negotiations

Trump hails 'big progress' in Japan tariff talks
Education|Political|US

Tennessee’s GOP leads the fight to deny public education to children without documents

A growing number of conservative leaders are pushing states to upend the long-standing U.S. constitutional right to free public education for children, regardless of immigration status

Tennessee’s GOP leads the fight to deny public education to children without documents
Asia|Political|World

Divided loyalties? 62 Taiwanese military members found with Chinese residency permits

At least 62 active-duty Taiwanese military members have been found holding Chinese residency permits, in the latest revelation of Chinese influence in the Taiwanese armed forces

Divided loyalties? 62 Taiwanese military members found with Chinese residency permits
Asia|Business|Political|World

China and Malaysia say important to maintain peace and stability in South China Sea

China and Malaysia said they would seek to peacefully resolve disputes in the South China Sea and pledged support for the United Nations in a joint statement issued on Thursday

China and Malaysia say important to maintain peace and stability in South China Sea
Business|Crime|Election|Political|US

San Francisco's new mayor is starting to unite the fractured city

Democrats nationally may be in turmoil, but liberals in San Francisco are hopeful over a new mayor's collaborative style in a city known for its infighting and chaotic streets

San Francisco's new mayor is starting to unite the fractured city
Education|Political|US

DOGE targets a community service program in its latest cost-cutting effort

A 30-year-old community service program for young adults that operates across the U.S. has become the latest target of the Trump administration’s campaign to slash government spending

DOGE targets a community service program in its latest cost-cutting effort
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

US tariffs bring stalled shipments and uncertainty for Chinese exporters

Exporters at China’s largest trade fair are facing uncertainty, stalled shipments and lower sales forecasts due to the trade war with the United States

US tariffs bring stalled shipments and uncertainty for Chinese exporters
Education|Political|US

Garcia-Navarro: Trump ‘trying to weaponize the federal purse strings’

GOP strategist Scott Jennings and New York Times journalist Lulu Garcia-Navarro engage in a debate over President Donald Trump threatening to remove Harvard's tax-exempt status hours after freezing $2.2 billion in federal funds to the university.

Garcia-Navarro: Trump ‘trying to weaponize the federal purse strings’
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump joins tariff talks with Japan as US seeks deals amid trade wars

President Donald Trump joined his economic advisers for White House negotiations Wednesday over tariffs and trade with a Japanese official

Trump joins tariff talks with Japan as US seeks deals amid trade wars
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China says it will ignore US 'tariff numbers game'

China will pay no attention if the United States continues to play the "tariff numbers game", China's foreign ministry said on Thursday, after the White House outline how China

China says it will ignore US 'tariff numbers game'
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Asian countries look to buy more US energy to offset trade imbalance

Asian governments are looking to buy more U.S. oil and gas as they scramble to lower their trade surplus with Washington in hopes of easing their tariff burdens under President

Asian countries look to buy more US energy to offset trade imbalance
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

BOJ warns US tariff uncertainty may hurt confidence, economy

Bank of Japan policymakers on Thursday warned of heightening uncertainty over the fallout from U.S.

BOJ warns US tariff uncertainty may hurt confidence, economy
Asia|Political|World

Malaysia PM set to meet Myanmar junta chief amid opposition to talks

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is set to hold talks in Bangkok on Thursday with Myanmar's junta chief to push for a ceasefire

Malaysia PM set to meet Myanmar junta chief amid opposition to talks
Food|Health|Political|Science

Top NIH nutrition researcher studying ultraprocessed foods departs, citing censorship under Kennedy

Top NIH nutrition researcher studying ultraprocessed foods departs, citing censorship under Kennedy

Top NIH nutrition researcher studying ultraprocessed foods departs, citing censorship under Kennedy
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Judge says labor unions' lawsuit over DOGE access to Labor Department systems can move forward

A federal judge says he won’t dismiss a lawsuit from labor unions seeking to block Elon Musk’s team from accessing systems at the Labor Department

Judge says labor unions' lawsuit over DOGE access to Labor Department systems can move forward
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

S.Korea signals rate cuts in May, year ahead as Trump tariffs pose 'significant' risks

South Korea's central bank on Thursday signalled it would cut rates in May and left the door wide open to further monetary easing to cope with "

S.Korea signals rate cuts in May, year ahead as Trump tariffs pose 'significant' risks
Business|Political|Technology|US

TikTok's US public policy chief to step down, The Information reports

TikTok's U.S. public policy chief, Michael Beckerman, a key figure in its fight against a U.S. government ban, plans to leave his Washington-based role and transition to a global advisory

TikTok's US public policy chief to step down, The Information reports
Education|Political|US

Trump administration says Harvard may lose ability to enroll foreign students

The U.S.

Trump administration says Harvard may lose ability to enroll foreign students
Americas|Election|Political

Carney says Trump key issue in Canada's election, while Conservative rival says country needs change

Prime Minister Mark Carney says who will go up against U.S. President Donald Trump is the key question in Canada’s election while his Conservative rival argued Carney doesn’t represent change after 10 years of Liberal Party rule

Carney says Trump key issue in Canada's election, while Conservative rival says country needs change
Crime|Political|US

Family says ICE agents smashed car window in seizing Guatemalan man who's seeking asylum

A Massachusetts family is demanding answers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, complaining its agents smashed a car window and detained a man who was in the process of applying for asylum

Family says ICE agents smashed car window in seizing Guatemalan man who's seeking asylum
Education|Health|Political|Science|US

Harvard researchers say they might have to lay off workers and euthanize research animals due to funding freeze

Harvard researchers say they might have to lay off workers and euthanize research animals due to funding freeze

Harvard researchers say they might have to lay off workers and euthanize research animals due to funding freeze
MidEast|Political|US

Trump opposed a planned Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear sites, New York Times reports

U.S.

Trump opposed a planned Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear sites, New York Times reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Schmid says patience needed to see how tariffs play out

The Federal Reserve faces a complicated picture for policy decisions, Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank President Jeff Schmid said on Wednesday, noting that while he is hearing nervousness

Fed's Schmid says patience needed to see how tariffs play out
Asia|Political|US|World

North Korea threatens a response to US flying long-range bombers over South Korea

North Korea has threatened retaliation after the U.S. flew long-range bombers over South Korea during training with its forces

North Korea threatens a response to US flying long-range bombers over South Korea
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Hong Kong suspends package postal service to the US after Trump’s tariff hikes

Hong Kong suspends package postal service to the US after Trump’s tariff hikes

Hong Kong suspends package postal service to the US after Trump’s tariff hikes
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran confirms that the 2nd round of nuclear talks with the US will be in Rome

Iranian state television has confirmed that the second round of Iran-U.S. nuclear talks will be held in Rome after earlier confusion over where the negotiations would take place

Iran confirms that the 2nd round of nuclear talks with the US will be in Rome
Education|Political|US

Head Start funding lags by nearly $1 billion this year, causing some preschool closures

Federal databases show Head Start centers across the U.S. have received nearly $1 billion less in federal funding compared with this time last year

Head Start funding lags by nearly $1 billion this year, causing some preschool closures
Business|Health|Political|US

Arkansas bans pharmacy benefit managers from owning pharmacies in state

Arkansas has enacted a law making it the first state banning pharmacy benefit managers from owning a pharmacy in the state

Arkansas bans pharmacy benefit managers from owning pharmacies in state
Crime|Political|US

+OUT+ Protestors stun-gunned by law enforcement at Marjorie Taylor Greene town hall

Law enforcement officers detained multiple people and removed them from a town hall held by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) in Cobb County, Georgia, after disruptions at the event. At least three people were physically removed by police officers and officers used a stun gun on at least two of the men.

+OUT+ Protestors stun-gunned by law enforcement at Marjorie Taylor Greene town hall
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Under Trump, consumer watchdog to slash industry supervision

The top U.S. watchdog agency for consumer finance will cut its inspections of financial services companies in half while focusing on threats to military

Under Trump, consumer watchdog to slash industry supervision
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

El Salvador blocks US senator from visiting wrongly deported Salvadoran man

Democratic U.S.

El Salvador blocks US senator from visiting wrongly deported Salvadoran man
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Putin meets freed Russian Gaza hostages, says ties with Palestinians helped

Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin on Wednesday met Russian nationals freed from captivity in the Gaza strip after militant group Hamas' October 2023 attacks on Israel and said Moscow's

Putin meets freed Russian Gaza hostages, says ties with Palestinians helped
Environment|Political|US

US orders halt to construction of Equinor's New York offshore wind project

U.S.

US orders halt to construction of Equinor's New York offshore wind project
Americas|Election|Political

Carney faces off with chief rival during first Canada debate

Prime Minister Mark Carney faced off with his chief rival for the first time during Canada's election campaign on Wednesday, in a French-language debate that could

Carney faces off with chief rival during first Canada debate
Crime|Health|Political|US

US officials target undocumented immigrants using Medicare data

U.S. immigration officials and the U.S.

US officials target undocumented immigrants using Medicare data
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Who is Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man ICE mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison?

Kilmar Abrego Garcia's story begins in El Salvador

Who is Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man ICE mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison?
Political|US

Federal judge finds ‘probable cause’ to hold Trump administration in contempt – a legal scholar explains what this means

Judge James Boasberg’s order stops short of holding any government officials in contempt, but leaves open the possibility for these sanctions.

Federal judge finds ‘probable cause’ to hold Trump administration in contempt – a legal scholar explains what this means
Economy|Health|Political|US

Internal Trump administration document reveals massive budget cut proposal for federal health agencies

Internal Trump administration document reveals massive budget cut proposal for federal health agencies

Internal Trump administration document reveals massive budget cut proposal for federal health agencies
Health|Political|US

Judge blocks worker protections for abortion and fertility care for Catholic employers

More than 9,000 Catholic employers do not need to abide by federal regulations protecting workers who seek abortions and fertility treatments under a ruling issued this week by a federal judge

Judge blocks worker protections for abortion and fertility care for Catholic employers
Political|US

Jay Clayton to be interim US attorney for Southern District of New York, Trumps says

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Jay Clayton, a former chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, will serve as interim U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New

Jay Clayton to be interim US attorney for Southern District of New York, Trumps says
Asia|Political|World

North Korea criticises US for deploying B-1B strategic bomber in South Korea

North Korea criticised the United States for deploying a B-1B strategic bomber in a recent joint military drill with South Korea, describing the move as an "open threat" to

North Korea criticises US for deploying B-1B strategic bomber in South Korea
Business|Political|Technology|US

Ex-CISA chief Chris Krebs leaving SentinelOne following Trump pressure

Christopher Krebs, whom President Donald Trump fired as head of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency in 2020, said on Wednesday he

Ex-CISA chief Chris Krebs leaving SentinelOne following Trump pressure
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Alcoa expects $90 million tariff hit in second quarter, sees duties on China raising annual costs

Alcoa said on Wednesday it expects U.S. tariffs on aluminum imports from Canada to cost the company about $90 million in the current quarter. Since his inauguration in January, U.S.

Alcoa expects $90 million tariff hit in second quarter, sees duties on China raising annual costs
Election|Entertainment|Political|Sports

When Canadian hockey and politics collide even democracy is happy to shift its schedule

In a country where hockey is sacrosanct, Canadian politics has made a tactical shift to avoid clashing with a critical Montreal Canadiens game.

When Canadian hockey and politics collide even democracy is happy to shift its schedule
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Trump administration issues order to stop construction on New York offshore wind project

The Trump administration has issued an order to stop construction on a major offshore wind project to power more than 500,000 New York homes, the latest in a series of moves targeting the industry

Trump administration issues order to stop construction on New York offshore wind project
Crime|Political|US

The Latest: Judge finds probable cause to hold administration in contempt over deportation order

A federal judge on Wednesday said he has found probable cause to hold President Donald Trump’s administration in criminal contempt of court for violating his orders to turn around planes carrying deportees to El Salvador

The Latest: Judge finds probable cause to hold administration in contempt over deportation order
Business|Political|Technology|US

Spinning off Instagram, the decline of ‘friending’ and other takeaways from Mark Zuckerberg at the FTC monopoly trial

Spinning off Instagram, the decline of ‘friending’ and other takeaways from Mark Zuckerberg at the FTC monopoly trial

Spinning off Instagram, the decline of ‘friending’ and other takeaways from Mark Zuckerberg at the FTC monopoly trial
Crime|Political|US

What happens next after judge warns of possible contempt prosecution over deportation flights order

A federal judge’s ruling that the Trump administration appears to have willfully violated his order to turn around planes of migrants headed for El Salvador increases the prospect of officials being held in criminal contempt of court and potentially facing possible prosecution

What happens next after judge warns of possible contempt prosecution over deportation flights order
Economy|Political|US

Trump administration plans to end the IRS Direct File program for free tax filing, AP sources say

The Trump administration plans to eliminate the IRS’ Direct File program

Trump administration plans to end the IRS Direct File program for free tax filing, AP sources say
Environment|Political|US

Proposed rule change on endangered species triggers alarm for environmentalists

The Trump administration plans to rewrite part of the Endangered Species Act that prohibits harming the habitats of endangered and threatened species

Proposed rule change on endangered species triggers alarm for environmentalists
Celebrity|Election|Entertainment|Political

George Clooney says there should have been a Democratic primary after Biden dropped out

George Clooney says there should have been a Democratic primary after Biden dropped out

George Clooney says there should have been a Democratic primary after Biden dropped out
Education|Political|US

US IRS planning to rescind Harvard's tax-exempt status amid Trump feud, CNN reports

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service is making plans to rescind the tax-exempt status of Harvard University, CNN reported on Wednesday, citing two sources familiar with the matter.

US IRS planning to rescind Harvard's tax-exempt status amid Trump feud, CNN reports
Crime|Education|Political|US

Foreign students in US mount court challenges as Trump ends their legal status

International students are rushing to ask U.S. judges to block immigration officials from deporting them after President Donald Trump's

Foreign students in US mount court challenges as Trump ends their legal status
Economy|Health|Political|US

White House looking to slash $40 billion from health department, Washington Post reports

The administration of U.S.

White House looking to slash $40 billion from health department, Washington Post reports
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Top US, Indonesian diplomats discuss tariffs, defense in meeting

U.S.

Top US, Indonesian diplomats discuss tariffs, defense in meeting
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump's trade war ripples through the business world, hits stocks again

The ripple effects of Donald Trump's global trade war are increasingly being felt across numerous industries all at once and on Wednesday were

Trump's trade war ripples through the business world, hits stocks again
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Trump officials could face criminal contempt over deportations, judge says

Trump administration officials could face criminal contempt charges for violating a U.S. federal judge's order halting deportations of

Trump officials could face criminal contempt over deportations, judge says
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Maryland Democratic senator travels to El Salvador in push for Abrego Garcia’s return

Maryland Democratic senator travels to El Salvador in push for Abrego Garcia’s return

Maryland Democratic senator travels to El Salvador in push for Abrego Garcia’s return
Crime|Political|US

Dog getting thrown in dumpster underscores need for 'Reba's Law,' advocates say

Dog getting thrown in dumpster underscores need for 'Reba's Law,' advocates say

Dog getting thrown in dumpster underscores need for 'Reba's Law,' advocates say
Education|Political|US

IRS making plans to rescind Harvard’s tax-exempt status

IRS making plans to rescind Harvard’s tax-exempt status

IRS making plans to rescind Harvard’s tax-exempt status
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli defense minister says troops will remain in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely

Israel’s defense minister says troops will remain in so-called security zones in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely

Israeli defense minister says troops will remain in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely
Education|Environment|Political|US

AmeriCorps members who respond to disasters and help nonprofits are let go in DOGE cuts

Young volunteers who respond to natural disasters and help with community projects across the U.S. have been discharged

AmeriCorps members who respond to disasters and help nonprofits are let go in DOGE cuts
Education|Environment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Political

Teen working against animal-tested cosmetics sales

Teen working against animal-tested cosmetics sales

Teen working against animal-tested cosmetics sales
Health|Political|Science|US

Kennedy promises exhaustive studies to identify any environmental factors that may cause autism

Health Secretary Robert F

Kennedy promises exhaustive studies to identify any environmental factors that may cause autism
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political

Argentine peso recoups lost ground after FX control ease, Milei rules out intervention

Argentina's peso closed 6.6% higher on Wednesday, regaining ground lost after the currency tumbled on a lifting of capital controls earlier in the week.

Argentine peso recoups lost ground after FX control ease, Milei rules out intervention
Health|Political|US

US consumer safety agency to stop collecting swaths of data after CDC cuts

The U.S. consumer product safety agency will stop collecting data on injuries from incidents like car accidents and adverse drug effects due to staff cuts at the Centers for

US consumer safety agency to stop collecting swaths of data after CDC cuts
Crime|Political|US

Ex New York police sergeant sentenced to 1-1/2 years in prison for acting as Chinese agent

A former New York City police sergeant was sentenced to 1-1/2 years in prison on Wednesday over his 2023 conviction for acting as an illegal Chinese agent.

Ex New York police sergeant sentenced to 1-1/2 years in prison for acting as Chinese agent
Americas|Crime|Political

Wife of Peru's Humala arrives in Brazil for asylum as ex-president jailed

Nadine Heredia, the wife of former Peruvian President Ollanta Humala, arrived in Brazil on Wednesday as the ex-leader spent the night in jail following a 15-

Wife of Peru's Humala arrives in Brazil for asylum as ex-president jailed
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Powell says Fed remains in wait-and-see mode; markets processing policy shifts

U.S.

Powell says Fed remains in wait-and-see mode; markets processing policy shifts
Economy|Political|US

Republican town halls bring arrests, stun guns and voter worries about Trump

The few congressional Republicans still willing to hold in-person town hall meetings in their home states are facing heated criticism this week over President

Republican town halls bring arrests, stun guns and voter worries about Trump
Economy|Political|US

Powell does not think Trump's labor board firings case will apply to Fed

The legal case before the Supreme Court over President Donald Trump's firing of two Democrats from federal labor boards does not likely apply to the Federal

Powell does not think Trump's labor board firings case will apply to Fed
Economy|Environment|Political

Bill would promote grazing on Wisconsin farms, a practice advocates say is better for cows and the environment

Bill would promote grazing on Wisconsin farms, a practice advocates say is better for cows and the environment

Bill would promote grazing on Wisconsin farms, a practice advocates say is better for cows and the environment
Health|Political|Science|US

Experts recommendations on RSV and meningitis vaccines will go to ex-prosecutor now at CDC

A federal panel of experts on Wednesday recommended an expansion of RSV vaccinations for adults and a new combination shot as another option to protect teens against meningitis

Experts recommendations on RSV and meningitis vaccines will go to ex-prosecutor now at CDC
Business|Political|Technology|US

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg wraps up testimony in antitrust case

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is emphasizing that he bought Instagram and WhatsApp because he liked the companies — not to cut competition as the Federal Trade Commission alleges in a historic antitrust trial

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg wraps up testimony in antitrust case
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed Chair Powell gives starkest warning yet on potential economic consequences from tariffs

Fed Chair Powell gives starkest warning yet on potential economic consequences from tariffs

Fed Chair Powell gives starkest warning yet on potential economic consequences from tariffs
Education|Political|Sports|US

Trump administration sues Maine over participation of transgender athletes in girls sports

The Trump administration is suing Maine’s education department for not complying with its push to ban transgender athletes in girls and women's sports

Trump administration sues Maine over participation of transgender athletes in girls sports
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judge finds cause to hold Trump administration in criminal contempt for violating deportation order

A federal judge says he's found probable cause to hold the Trump administration in criminal contempt of court and could seek officials’ prosecution for violating his orders last month to turn around planes carrying deportees to an El Salvador prison

Judge finds cause to hold Trump administration in criminal contempt for violating deportation order
Business|Economy|Political|US

Ford Motor may hike prices if Trump's auto tariffs persist, memo says

Ford Motor may raise prices on its new vehicles if U.S.

Ford Motor may hike prices if Trump's auto tariffs persist, memo says
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed Chair Powell: Cutting discretionary federal spending will not fix US debt problem 

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday reiterated the long-held view of Fed chairs going back decades that growth in the U.S. federal debt needs to be reined in,

Fed Chair Powell: Cutting discretionary federal spending will not fix US debt problem 
MidEast|Political|US

US State Department closing office aimed at countering foreign disinformation

U.S.

US State Department closing office aimed at countering foreign disinformation
Crime|Political|US|World

Pentagon leak probe expands as two more officials put on leave

A Pentagon investigation into leaks of classified and sensitive information has expanded to include two more aides to Defense Secretary Pete

Pentagon leak probe expands as two more officials put on leave
Election|Political|US

GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik is considering a run for governor of New York

Rep. Elise Stefanik, a member of House Republican leadership and onetime nominee for U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, is considering a run for New York governor, according to a person close to her

GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik is considering a run for governor of New York
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Stocks slide as Powell warns of impact of tariffs on the economy

Stocks slide as Powell warns of impact of tariffs on the economy

Stocks slide as Powell warns of impact of tariffs on the economy
Environment|Political|US

US proposes looser interpretation of law that protects threatened species

The Trump administration on Wednesday proposed a major change to how threatened species are considered in agency actions by removing regulatory language that seeks to prevent their habitats

US proposes looser interpretation of law that protects threatened species
Economy|Education|Political|Science|Technology|US

How war, money and the quest for discovery entwined the US government and universities

The showdown between the Trump administration and Harvard University is spotlighting bare-knuckled politics and big dollar figures

How war, money and the quest for discovery entwined the US government and universities
Environment|Health|Political|Science|US

US health chief Kennedy targets 'environmental toxins' as cause of autism

Environmental contributors to autism are behind its rising prevalence, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.

US health chief Kennedy targets 'environmental toxins' as cause of autism
Election|Political|US

US House Republican Elise Stefanik eyes run for New York governor

Republican U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik is considering running for governor of New York next year, according to a person familiar with her plans.

US House Republican Elise Stefanik eyes run for New York governor
Political|Technology|US

Nearly 50 House Democrats say no to unauthorized AI in Trump administration

Members of Congress have called on the Trump administration to cease applying any unauthorized artificial intelligence system toward its effort to slash government

Nearly 50 House Democrats say no to unauthorized AI in Trump administration
Economy|Political|US

California sues to stop Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs

California has filed a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's tariffs

California sues to stop Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs
Asia|Crime|Political|US

Ex-NYPD officer sentenced to 18 months after conviction for helping China stalk an expat

A former New York police sergeant has been sentenced to 18 months in prison in a U.S. case about China’s pursuit of critics abroad

Ex-NYPD officer sentenced to 18 months after conviction for helping China stalk an expat
Political|US|World

The State Department closes the office that flags disinformation from Russia, China and Iran

The State Department has shut down the office that sought to deal with misinformation and disinformation that Russia, China and Iran have been accused of spreading

The State Department closes the office that flags disinformation from Russia, China and Iran
Europe|Political|US|World

A look at recent global actions limiting legal recognitions for transgender people

A ruling from the top court in the United Kingdom that says the legal definition of a woman is someone born biologically female is the latest high-profile action globally involving the issue of what legal recognitions transgender people are allowed

A look at recent global actions limiting legal recognitions for transgender people
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Judge rules against Trump admin after it couldn’t find evidence of fraud in clean energy program

Judge rules against Trump admin after it couldn’t find evidence of fraud in clean energy program

Judge rules against Trump admin after it couldn’t find evidence of fraud in clean energy program
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Pennsylvania governor's mansion arson attack suspect says treatment of Palestinians was motive, police say

The man charged with setting fire to the Pennsylvania governor's mansion while the governor and his family were there sleeping told police he did it because of the governor's

Pennsylvania governor's mansion arson attack suspect says treatment of Palestinians was motive, police say
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Political|US

Shein, Temu to get pricier as Trump cracks down on cheap imports

Chinese e-marketplace Temu and fast-fashion retailer Shein will raise prices next week as U.S.

Shein, Temu to get pricier as Trump cracks down on cheap imports
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese army says it detained suspects in March attacks on Israel, no mention of Hezbollah

The Lebanese army said on Wednesday it had detained a number of Palestinians and Lebanese suspected of involvement in two attacks from the country on Israel in March and did not

Lebanese army says it detained suspects in March attacks on Israel, no mention of Hezbollah
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology

US-China trade fight slams stocks, sends gold to record high

Global shares fell sharply on Wednesday as U.S. restrictions on chip sales to China and continued tariff uncertainty battered tech

US-China trade fight slams stocks, sends gold to record high
Health|Political|Science|US

In first news conference as HHS secretary, Kennedy says autism is an epidemic in the US

In first news conference as HHS secretary, Kennedy says autism is an epidemic in the US

In first news conference as HHS secretary, Kennedy says autism is an epidemic in the US
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Fed's Powell says markets orderly, downplays intervention risk

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested on Wednesday that hopes the central bank will step in to tamp down on market volatility are likely misplaced.

Fed's Powell says markets orderly, downplays intervention risk
Asia|Business|Political|Technology|US

US mulls penalties to block DeepSeek from buying American technology, NYT reports

The Trump administration is weighing penalties that would block China's DeepSeek from buying U.S. technology and is debating barring Americans' access to its services, the New York Times

US mulls penalties to block DeepSeek from buying American technology, NYT reports
Africa|Political|World

UN envoy urges Security Council to try to prevent renewed civil war in South Sudan

The top United Nations official in South Sudan is urging the U.N. Security Council to use its clout to prevent the world’s newest nation from again plunging into civil war

UN envoy urges Security Council to try to prevent renewed civil war in South Sudan
MidEast|Political|World

UAE, Saudi Arabia deny reports of involvement in talks about land offensive in Yemen

The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia on Wednesday denied media reports they were involved in talks with the U.S. over a possible land offensive by military factions in Yemen

UAE, Saudi Arabia deny reports of involvement in talks about land offensive in Yemen
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Nvidia, caught in the US-China trade war, takes a $5.5 billion hit

Nvidia, caught in the US-China trade war, takes a $5.5 billion hit

Nvidia, caught in the US-China trade war, takes a $5.5 billion hit
Economy|Political|US

California sues Trump administration to block tariffs

California on Wednesday filed a lawsuit seeking to block U.S.

California sues Trump administration to block tariffs
Business|Political|Technology|US

OpenAI picks labor icon Dolores Huerta and other philanthropy advisers as it moves toward for-profit

OpenAI has named labor leader Dolores Huerta and three others to a temporary advisory board that will help guide the artificial intelligence company’s philanthropy as it attempts to shift itself into a for-profit business

OpenAI picks labor icon Dolores Huerta and other philanthropy advisers as it moves toward for-profit
Education|Political|US

'Top notch' Newark high school student accepted to 7 Ivy League schools

'Top notch' Newark high school student accepted to 7 Ivy League schools

'Top notch' Newark high school student accepted to 7 Ivy League schools
Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

WHO member countries agree on a draft 'pandemic treaty' to try to avoid COVID-19 mistakes

The World Health Organization's member countries have agreed on a draft pandemic treaty that sets guidelines for how the international community might face the next global health crisis

WHO member countries agree on a draft 'pandemic treaty' to try to avoid COVID-19 mistakes
Political|US

Third Pentagon appointee placed on administrative leave

Third Pentagon appointee placed on administrative leave

Third Pentagon appointee placed on administrative leave
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

At United Nations, China to blast US for bullying, trade war

China will next week convene an informal United Nations Security Council meeting to accuse the United States of bullying and "casting a shadow over the

At United Nations, China to blast US for bullying, trade war
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Serbia says Russian investigators found that sonic devices were not used in Belgrade protests

Russian investigators have found that sonic weapons were not used by Serbian authorities to disperse a mass protest in March, Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic said on Wednesday

Serbia says Russian investigators found that sonic devices were not used in Belgrade protests
Business|Political|Technology|US

Tesla registrations slump 15% in EV-loving California

Californians further soured on Tesla in the first quarter, pulling down the electric-vehicle maker's registrations by 15% as backlash against Elon Musk's company intensified

Tesla registrations slump 15% in EV-loving California
Europe|Political|World

Slovakia tightens rules for non-profits in move they see as inspired by Russia

The Slovak parliament approved a law on Wednesday tightening reporting and other requirements for non-governmental organisations, changes those organisations called "Russian

Slovakia tightens rules for non-profits in move they see as inspired by Russia
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Traders keep bets on Fed rate cuts this year, starting in June 

Traders on Wednesday kept bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts this year after Fed Chair Jerome Powell said the U.S. central bank is well-positioned to wait for greater clarity before making

Traders keep bets on Fed rate cuts this year, starting in June 
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speech text April 16, 2025

Thank you for the introduction. I am looking forward to our conversation, Professor Rajan. First, I will briefly discuss the outlook for the economy and monetary policy.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speech text April 16, 2025
Business|Economy|Political|US

Nissan US chief says tariffs will hammer lower-income car shoppers

The chairman of Nissan Americas, Christian Meunier, said on Wednesday he is concerned that tariffs may drive already eye-popping vehicle prices even

Nissan US chief says tariffs will hammer lower-income car shoppers
Asia|Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US issues new sanctions targeting Chinese importers of Iranian oil

The United States on Wednesday issued new sanctions targeting Iran's oil exports, including against a China-based "teapot" oil refinery, as President Donald

US issues new sanctions targeting Chinese importers of Iranian oil
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Ukraine, US make 'substantial progress' on minerals deal, Kyiv says

Ukraine and the United States have made "substantial progress" in their talks on a minerals deal and will sign a memorandum in the near future, First Deputy Prime Minister Yulia

Ukraine, US make 'substantial progress' on minerals deal, Kyiv says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Powell says Federal Reserve can wait on any interest rate moves

The Federal Reserve can stay patient and wait to see how tariffs and other economic policies of the Trump administration play out before making any changes to interest rates, Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday

Powell says Federal Reserve can wait on any interest rate moves
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|World

Man gets life in prison in killing of transgender model in the South Caucasus nation of Georgia

A man has been convicted of stabbing to death a transgender actor and model in her apartment last year in Georgia

Man gets life in prison in killing of transgender model in the South Caucasus nation of Georgia
Political|US

Hear what Biden said in first public remarks since leaving office

At the 2025 Conference of Advocates, Counselors, and Representatives for the Disabled in Chicago, Illinois, former President Joe Biden delivers his first public remarks since leaving office in January. CNN's Arlette Saenz reports.

Hear what Biden said in first public remarks since leaving office
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania governor’s home targeted the governor for his views on war in Gaza, warrant says

Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania governor’s home targeted the governor for his views on war in Gaza, warrant says

Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania governor’s home targeted the governor for his views on war in Gaza, warrant says
Political|US

Fort Benning takes back its old name, but to honor a different soldier

The Army has restored the name Fort Benning to its storied training post in Georgia, only this time to honor an 18-year-old corporal who fought in World War I rather than a Confederate general

Fort Benning takes back its old name, but to honor a different soldier
Education|Political|US

ACLU sues Defense Department school system over banning race- and gender-related books

The American Civil Liberties Union is suing the Department of Defense’s school system over banned race- and gender-related educational materials

ACLU sues Defense Department school system over banning race- and gender-related books
Political|US

Slave descendants fight to protect their threatened island community at Georgia's highest court

Georgia’s highest court is weighing in on a fight over special protections for one of the South’s last Gullah-Geechee communities of Black people descended from slaves

Slave descendants fight to protect their threatened island community at Georgia's highest court
Europe|Political

How did the UK Supreme Court define a woman and what happens now?

The U.K. Supreme Court has ruled that a woman is someone born biologically female and that transgender women are excluded from that legal definition

How did the UK Supreme Court define a woman and what happens now?
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump fires Democratic board members of the credit union watchdog

The White House has fired two Democratic board members of the National Credit Union Administration, the officials said on Wednesday, as President Donald Trump expanded

Trump fires Democratic board members of the credit union watchdog
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

No final agreement at London Sudan conference with Arab powers at odds

A top Emirati diplomat said the Gulf state was disappointed at the failure of a London conference this week to find consensus on ending the

No final agreement at London Sudan conference with Arab powers at odds
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

World Bank's Banga unsure of US aid to fund for poor nations, though Trump dialogue 'constructive'

World Bank President Ajay Banga said on Wednesday he has had constructive talks with the Trump administration about the development lender but he did not know how

World Bank's Banga unsure of US aid to fund for poor nations, though Trump dialogue 'constructive'
Business|Environment|Political|US

US Army Corps grants emergency status for Enbridge Line 5 tunnel

The U.S.

US Army Corps grants emergency status for Enbridge Line 5 tunnel
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Maldives bans Israeli passport holders in protest against Gaza war

The Maldives has banned Israeli passport holders from entering its territory, the president's office said on Wednesday, accusing Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians

Maldives bans Israeli passport holders in protest against Gaza war
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

World Bank's Banga urges developing nations to lower tariffs, focus on regional trade

World Bank President Ajay Banga urged developing countries on Wednesday to liberalize trade, saying many maintained higher tariffs than advanced economies and

World Bank's Banga urges developing nations to lower tariffs, focus on regional trade
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

Putin praises Elon Musk, compares him to father of Soviet space program

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday praised Elon Musk, comparing him to Sergei Korolev, the chief engineer behind the Soviet Union's space success in the 1950s and 1960s,

Putin praises Elon Musk, compares him to father of Soviet space program
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Brazil acknowledges record debt risk this year, need for fiscal consolidation

Brazil's government acknowledged growing risks of public debt renegotiation, with a record level for 2025 due to an increased share of debt exposed to short-term

Brazil acknowledges record debt risk this year, need for fiscal consolidation
Crime|Political|US

Boasberg finds ‘probable cause exists’ to hold Trump administration in contempt for violating orders on deportation flights

Boasberg finds ‘probable cause exists’ to hold Trump administration in contempt for violating orders on deportation flights

Boasberg finds ‘probable cause exists’ to hold Trump administration in contempt for violating orders on deportation flights
Asia|Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US imposes sanctions on a Chinese refinery accused of buying Iranian oil

The Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on a Chinese oil refinery that's accused of purchasing more than $1 billion worth of Iranian oil

US imposes sanctions on a Chinese refinery accused of buying Iranian oil
MidEast|Political|World

Israel says it will keep troops in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely. What does that mean?

Israel’s defense minister says its troops will remain in so-called security zones in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely, after Israel unilaterally expanded its frontiers in the war unleashed by Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack

Israel says it will keep troops in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely. What does that mean?
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Ecuador ‘open’ to US military taking ‘control’ of crackdowns on illegal operations, president says

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa indicated that he’s open to changing the country’s constitution to allow US troops into the country to help combat illegal operations such as mining and gang activity during an exclusive interview with CNN’s Fernando del Rincón. Ecuador’s constitution has historically barred foreign military bases in the country.

Ecuador ‘open’ to US military taking ‘control’ of crackdowns on illegal operations, president says
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US' Rubio will meet French foreign minister on Thursday, source says

U.S.

US' Rubio will meet French foreign minister on Thursday, source says
Business|Political|Technology|US

Meta trial: 5 key moments from Zuckerberg's testimony

Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified this week at a high-stakes trial in Washington where the U.S.

Meta trial: 5 key moments from Zuckerberg's testimony
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU issues list of 'safe countries' for migrant returns that includes Egypt, Tunisia

The European Commission on Wednesday included countries such as Egypt and Tunisia, where human rights have come under scrutiny, on a list of "safe countries" to which

EU issues list of 'safe countries' for migrant returns that includes Egypt, Tunisia
Crime|Europe|Political

Ex-governor of Russia's Kursk region held over embezzlement of defence funds

The former governor of Russia's Kursk region, parts of which were seized by Ukrainian forces in August 2024, has been detained and charged with embezzling money earmarked for

Ex-governor of Russia's Kursk region held over embezzlement of defence funds
Political|Technology|US

In last-minute reversal, US agency extends support for cyber vulnerability database

U.S. officials will extend support for 11 months for a database of cyber weaknesses that plays a critical role in fighting bugs and hacks, a spokesperson said

In last-minute reversal, US agency extends support for cyber vulnerability database
Europe|Political

Serbia's parliament appoints Djuro Macut as Prime Minister

Serbia's parliament on Wednesday approved politically inexperienced medical professor Djuro Macut as Prime Minister of the Balkan country, following months of anti-corruption

Serbia's parliament appoints Djuro Macut as Prime Minister
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Gambia, giving it access to part of $100.9 million

The International Monetary Fund and Gambian authorities reached a staff-level agreement that would give the West African nation access to part of $100.9 mln in funding approved

IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Gambia, giving it access to part of $100.9 million
Americas|Election|Political|World

Mexico's Sheinbaum says country will not renew diplomatic relations with Ecuador

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Wednesday that Mexico would not renew diplomatic relations with Ecuador as long as Ecuadorean President Daniel Noboa remains in office.

Mexico's Sheinbaum says country will not renew diplomatic relations with Ecuador
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

EU shelves idea of sanctions on Russian LNG imports

European officials have dropped the idea of pushing for a ban on the bloc's Russian liquefied natural gas imports in upcoming packages because of resistance from some governments

EU shelves idea of sanctions on Russian LNG imports
Business|Political|Technology|US

TikTok begins US testing of 'Footnotes' similar to 'Community Notes' by X

TikTok on Wednesday started testing "Footnotes" in the United States, a feature similar to "Community Notes" used by X and Meta, as the short-video platform awaits a deal that will secure

TikTok begins US testing of 'Footnotes' similar to 'Community Notes' by X
Education|Political|Sports|US

US sues Maine over Trump executive order on transgender athletes

By Sarah N.

US sues Maine over Trump executive order on transgender athletes
Crime|Economy|Election|Political|US

Marjorie Taylor Greene laughs off protests to deliver pro-Trump message at Georgia town hall

U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has appeared at a town hall in suburban Atlanta to deliver full-throated support of President Donald Trump

Marjorie Taylor Greene laughs off protests to deliver pro-Trump message at Georgia town hall
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Xi says China will stand with Southeast Asian countries in face of economic shocks

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has told Malaysia’s leader that China will be a collaborative partner and stand with its Southeast Asian neighbors in the wake of global economic shocks

Xi says China will stand with Southeast Asian countries in face of economic shocks
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

The global trade war will badly hurt the US and global economies, WTO says

The global trade war will badly hurt the US and global economies, WTO says

The global trade war will badly hurt the US and global economies, WTO says
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

‘It’s going to be the small stuff’: Trump’s tariffs could make cheap tech gadgets not so cheap

‘It’s going to be the small stuff’: Trump’s tariffs could make cheap tech gadgets not so cheap

‘It’s going to be the small stuff’: Trump’s tariffs could make cheap tech gadgets not so cheap
Environment|Political|US

The EPA can't end grants from $20 billion Biden-era fund for climate-friendly projects, a judge says

A federal judge says some nonprofits awarded billions for a so-called green bank to finance clean energy and climate-friendly projects cannot have their contracts scrapped and must have access to some of the frozen money

The EPA can't end grants from $20 billion Biden-era fund for climate-friendly projects, a judge says
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US

Harvey Weinstein heads back to court in retrial on sex crimes charges

When disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein was convicted of rape and a criminal sex act in 2020, the verdict was hailed as a groundbreaking victory for women around the world and a sign of progress in a cultural fight to stop workplace abuse of power. For Weinstein, his retrial is another chance toward exoneration. For his accusers, the stakes feel higher amid a changed cultural and political climate in America in 2025. CNN's Elizabeth Wagmeister reports.

Harvey Weinstein heads back to court in retrial on sex crimes charges
Health|Political|US

RFK Jr.'s mixed message about the measles outbreaks draws criticism from health officials

Health secretary Robert F

RFK Jr.'s mixed message about the measles outbreaks draws criticism from health officials
Europe|Political|US|World

Top Trump officials will hold talks with Europeans on the Russia-Ukraine war

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump’s special envoy, will travel to Paris this week for talks with European allies on U.S. efforts to negotiate a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine

Top Trump officials will hold talks with Europeans on the Russia-Ukraine war
Business|Economy|Political|US

US manufacturing output slows in March; tariffs cloud hangs over factories

U.S. manufacturing production rose moderately in March and could decelerate further amid President Donald Trump's global tariffs, which have sparked a trade war with China.

US manufacturing output slows in March; tariffs cloud hangs over factories
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Argentina's FX gamble reaps early wins. Now for the hard part

Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei rolled the dice this week on a major economic swerve, tearing down currency

Argentina's FX gamble reaps early wins. Now for the hard part
Asia|Election|Political|World

Kyrgyz leader Japarov gets parliament to reset election date

Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov has persuaded parliament to push back the date of the next election by several months, in an indication he may be

Kyrgyz leader Japarov gets parliament to reset election date
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Bank of Canada says US tariffs could trigger deep recession

If U.S. tariffs trigger a global trade war, inflation in Canada would spike and the country would enter a deep recession, according to a Bank of Canada scenario released

Bank of Canada says US tariffs could trigger deep recession
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

FULL TEXT- Bank of Canada holds key policy rate at 2.75%

The Bank of Canada released the following statement on Wednesday: "The Bank of Canada today maintained its target for the overnight rate at 2.75%, with the Bank Rate at 3%

FULL TEXT- Bank of Canada holds key policy rate at 2.75%
Business|Economy|Political

FULL TEXT-Bank of Canada held rates as it seeks more information on tariffs, says Governor

The Bank of Canada released the following statement by Governor Tiff Macklem on Wednesday: "Good morning.

FULL TEXT-Bank of Canada held rates as it seeks more information on tariffs, says Governor
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine accuses Russia of attacking its energy infrastructure 30 times since March

Ukraine accused Russia on Wednesday of carrying out more than 30 attacks on its energy infrastructure since the two sides agreed in March to pause strikes on such targets.

Ukraine accuses Russia of attacking its energy infrastructure 30 times since March
Africa|Political|World

Sudan rebels declare rival government on anniversary of brutal 2-year war with army

Sudan rebels declare rival government on anniversary of brutal 2-year war with army

Sudan rebels declare rival government on anniversary of brutal 2-year war with army
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US officials head to Europe for high-level talks on Ukraine, Iran

U.S.

US officials head to Europe for high-level talks on Ukraine, Iran
Europe|Political|World

Latvia's parliament agrees to exit landmines treaty amid potential Russia threat

The Latvian parliament on Wednesday voted in favour of withdrawing from the Ottawa Convention international treaty that bans the use of anti-personnel landmines amid concerns over

Latvia's parliament agrees to exit landmines treaty amid potential Russia threat
Americas|Political|US|World

Mexico president sends diplomatic memo to US on border security collaboration

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Wednesday that she had sent a diplomatic memo to the United States about security collaboration at the two countries' shared border.

Mexico president sends diplomatic memo to US on border security collaboration
Europe|Political|World

Georgia's parliament passes law restricting foreign grants to local groups

Georgia's parliament passed a bill on Wednesday that bans foreign donor organisations from providing grants locally without government consent, amid a growing crackdown on

Georgia's parliament passes law restricting foreign grants to local groups
Political|US

AP accuses Trump White House of defying court order restoring access

The Associated Press accused aides to President Donald Trump of defying a court order restoring its access to press events in the White House after a judge

AP accuses Trump White House of defying court order restoring access
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Bank of Canada holds rates, says it will act decisively if need be

The Bank of Canada on Wednesday held its key policy rate at 2.75%, its first pause after seven consecutive cuts, and said it would be ready to

Bank of Canada holds rates, says it will act decisively if need be
Education|Political|Science|US

US judge blocks Energy Department from slashing federal research funding

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from carrying out steep cuts to federal research funding provided to universities by the U.S.

US judge blocks Energy Department from slashing federal research funding
Europe|Political|World

UK Supreme Court says legal definition of ‘woman’ excludes trans women, in landmark ruling

UK Supreme Court says legal definition of ‘woman’ excludes trans women, in landmark ruling

UK Supreme Court says legal definition of ‘woman’ excludes trans women, in landmark ruling
Europe|Political|World

UK's top court says definition of a woman is based on biological sex and excludes transgender people

The Supreme Court has ruled that the U.K. Equality Act defines a woman as someone born biologically female

UK's top court says definition of a woman is based on biological sex and excludes transgender people
Political|US

The White House is starting a new media policy that restricts wire services' access to the president

The White House has put forward a new media policy that sharply curtails access to Donald Trump by the news agencies that serve media outlets around the world

The White House is starting a new media policy that restricts wire services' access to the president
Americas|Asia|Europe|Political|Travel|US|World

Vance to meet Modi, Meloni during trip to India and Italy with wife Usha

Vice President JD Vance and his family will travel to Italy and India this week and next to meet with leaders and visit cultural sites

Vance to meet Modi, Meloni during trip to India and Italy with wife Usha
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon’s president says he seeks to disarm Hezbollah this year

Lebanon’s president says he seeks to disarm Hezbollah this year

Lebanon’s president says he seeks to disarm Hezbollah this year
Education|Political|Sports|US

Trump DOJ sues Maine over refusing to comply with ban on transgender athletes in high school sports

Trump DOJ sues Maine over refusing to comply with ban on transgender athletes in high school sports

Trump DOJ sues Maine over refusing to comply with ban on transgender athletes in high school sports
Crime|Political|US

A truck bomb rips through a federal building in Oklahoma City in 1995

Journalists in Oklahoma City have vivid memories of the bombing at the Alfred P

A truck bomb rips through a federal building in Oklahoma City in 1995
Americas|Crime|Political|US

The Oklahoma City bombing was 30 years ago. Some survivors worry America didn’t learn the lesson

Thirty years after a truck bomb detonated outside a federal building in the nation’s heartland, deep scars still remain from the deadliest homegrown attack on U.S. soil

The Oklahoma City bombing was 30 years ago. Some survivors worry America didn’t learn the lesson
Education|Political|US

Visa cancellations sow panic for international students, with more than 1,000 fearing deportation

The speed and scope of the federal government’s efforts to terminate the legal status of international students have stunned colleges and universities across the country

Visa cancellations sow panic for international students, with more than 1,000 fearing deportation
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Trump's tariffs could be tough to crack for a German nutcracker maker focused on the US

U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs threaten to become a tough nut to crack in an unlikely place — a small company whose factory nestled deep in the hills of eastern Germany produces painstakingly hand-crafted nutcrackers that are snapped up by American collectors

Trump's tariffs could be tough to crack for a German nutcracker maker focused on the US
Business|Economy|Political|US

Over 100 employees leave US EIA, putting crucial energy data at risk, sources say

The U.S. government's energy statistics arm is set to lose over 100 employees after the Trump administration's latest round of resignation

Over 100 employees leave US EIA, putting crucial energy data at risk, sources say
Europe|Political

In landmark ruling, UK's top court says legal definition of woman refers to biological sex

Britain's highest court ruled on Wednesday that only biological and not trans women meet the definition of a woman under equality laws, a landmark

In landmark ruling, UK's top court says legal definition of woman refers to biological sex
Americas|Business|Europe|Finance|Political

Financial institutions' gender balance progress under threat, study shows

The rise in the number of women holding top jobs at leading financial institutions has slowed over the last year and further progress is under threat as the United

Financial institutions' gender balance progress under threat, study shows
Business|Economy|Political|World

WTO slashes 2025 trade growth forecast, warns of deeper slump

The World Trade Organization sharply cut its forecast for global merchandise trade from solid growth to a decline on Wednesday, saying

WTO slashes 2025 trade growth forecast, warns of deeper slump
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Human Rights Watch says arbitrary detention used to crush dissent in Tunisia

Human Rights Watch said on Wednesday arbitrary detention was being used to eliminate dissent in Tunisia and called on its government to halt the crackdown and free all

Human Rights Watch says arbitrary detention used to crush dissent in Tunisia
Europe|Political|World

Row over Russian envoy overshadows German WW2 commemoration

The German government on Wednesday warned against Russian efforts to "instrumentalise" events marking the 80th anniversary of World War Two after the Russian

Row over Russian envoy overshadows German WW2 commemoration
Crime|Europe|Political

Inside the Telegram group with possible links to mysterious French prison attacks

A Telegram group called French Prisoner Rights (DDPF), created the day before a series of attacks against jails across France, is being investigated by police

Inside the Telegram group with possible links to mysterious French prison attacks
MidEast|Political|World

Main points of Israeli ceasefire proposals

Israel has proposed a 45-day truce in Gaza to allow hostage releases and potentially begin indirect talks to end the war, while Hamas, which has already rejected one of its

Main points of Israeli ceasefire proposals
Business|Environment|Political|US

Burning coal leaves dangerous waste. Trump's EPA eyes looser rules for handling it

Waste from coal plants was one of the Trump administration's recent deregulatory targets

Burning coal leaves dangerous waste. Trump's EPA eyes looser rules for handling it
Political|US

Cory Booker’s long speech offers a strategy for Trump opponents in a fragmented media landscape

The length of Booker’s speech grabbed headlines, but the senator’s media strategy helped sustain attention afterward while disrupting Trump’s public spotlight.

Cory Booker’s long speech offers a strategy for Trump opponents in a fragmented media landscape
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran says its right to uranium enrichment is non-negotiable

Iran's right to enrich uranium is not negotiable, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Wednesday ahead of a second round of talks set to take place in Rome this weekend with the

Iran says its right to uranium enrichment is non-negotiable
Environment|Europe|Political|World

Greece submits plans on maritime use after falling foul of EU rules

Greece has submitted plans to the EU setting out how it will organise maritime activities such as fishing, tourism and offshore energy after years of delays that drew rebuke from

Greece submits plans on maritime use after falling foul of EU rules
Business|Economy|Political|US

Retail sales surged in March as Americans rushed to beat Trump’s tariffs

Retail sales surged in March as Americans rushed to beat Trump’s tariffs

Retail sales surged in March as Americans rushed to beat Trump’s tariffs
Business|Economy|Political|US

New Jersey Transit train engineers reject labor deal with management

New Jersey Transit train engineers rejected a labor agreement with management, raising the potential for a strike or a lockout next month

New Jersey Transit train engineers reject labor deal with management
Education|Entertainment|Political|US

PBS and NPR are in a once-in-a-generation funding fight. They might well lose

PBS and NPR are in a once-in-a-generation funding fight. They might well lose

PBS and NPR are in a once-in-a-generation funding fight. They might well lose
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump’s tariffs could make it harder to get certain generic drugs

Trump’s tariffs could make it harder to get certain generic drugs

Trump’s tariffs could make it harder to get certain generic drugs
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Older Arizona voters are closely watching Trump's tariffs — and their retirement accounts

President Donald Trump was elected with a promise to improve the economy, lower taxes and control inflation, addressing voters who said the economy was the country's top issue

Older Arizona voters are closely watching Trump's tariffs — and their retirement accounts
Americas|Election|Political

The key promises of the main parties contesting Canada's election

Canada's general election will take place on Monday, with polls indicating a tight race between the ruling Liberals and the official opposition Conservatives.

The key promises of the main parties contesting Canada's election
Americas|Election|Political

What are the potential outcomes of Canada's general election?

Canada will hold a general election on Monday, with polls indicating Prime Minister Mark Carney's ruling Liberals ahead of the official opposition Conservatives of

What are the potential outcomes of Canada's general election?
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Putin and Qatar's emir to discuss Ukraine and energy

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani will discuss efforts to find a possible peace deal to

Putin and Qatar's emir to discuss Ukraine and energy
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Al Shabaab captures strategic Somalia town as it presses offensive

Al Shabaab fighters captured a town in central Somalia on Wednesday that government forces had been using as a staging area to drive back an offensive by the militants that has

Al Shabaab captures strategic Somalia town as it presses offensive
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China wants partnership with EU to counter US 'abuse', says envoy to Spain

China wants to deal with the European Union as a partner instead of a rival, its ambassador to Spain said, amid shifting geopolitics and Washington's new trade

China wants partnership with EU to counter US 'abuse', says envoy to Spain
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Singapore forms 'economic resilience' taskforce amid possible tariff-induced recession

Singapore's trade minister said on Wednesday that he cannot rule out a recession for the local economy this year following U.S.

Singapore forms 'economic resilience' taskforce amid possible tariff-induced recession
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

US-China trade war goes full throttle

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Financial Industry and Financial Markets The escalating U.S.-China trade war has expanded

US-China trade war goes full throttle
Economy|Europe|Political

Dutch defence spending up $1.25 billion in new budget, VVD leader says

The Dutch government aims to increase defence spending by an extra 1.1 billion euros ($1.3 billion) annually from this year, the leader of the VVD party - part of the ruling

Dutch defence spending up $1.25 billion in new budget, VVD leader says
Australia|Election|Political|US

Trump trips up Australia's conservative opposition in election's last laps

U.S.

Trump trips up Australia's conservative opposition in election's last laps
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US 30-year mortgage rate jumped last week to 2-month high

The interest rate for the most popular U.S. home loan jumped to 6.81% last week, its highest level in two months, following a turbulent week for financial markets as President Donald Trump

US 30-year mortgage rate jumped last week to 2-month high
Europe|Political|World

Finland to keep Russia border closed until further notice

Finland said on Wednesday it had decided to keep its eastern border against neighbouring Russia closed until further notice.

Finland to keep Russia border closed until further notice
Crime|Europe|Political

France says will track down and arrest those trying to 'destablise' it with prison attacks

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday that those behind an unprecedented wave of attacks against French prisons would be

France says will track down and arrest those trying to 'destablise' it with prison attacks
Europe|Political|World

Russian glide bombs and artillery strike a Ukrainian city, killing 1

Russian glide bombs and artillery have struck a city in southern Ukraine, killing one and wounding five others as Moscow forces continued daily attacks across the country

Russian glide bombs and artillery strike a Ukrainian city, killing 1
Asia|Business|Economy|Election|Political|US|World

Singapore PM says US-China trade war pain will be felt everywhere

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Wednesday there was little comfort in the U.S. postponing most of its proposed "reciprocal" tariffs, saying the changes had already

Singapore PM says US-China trade war pain will be felt everywhere
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Political|US

‘Pink tariffs’ cost women more than $2 billion a year

‘Pink tariffs’ cost women more than $2 billion a year

‘Pink tariffs’ cost women more than $2 billion a year
Election|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's parliament extends martial law until August

Ukraine's parliament has extended martial law until August, lawmakers said, delaying the timing of new elections that the United States and Russia have been pushing for.

Ukraine's parliament extends martial law until August
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

BOJ to cut growth forecast as US tariffs hit, sources say

The Bank of Japan is set to cut its economic growth forecasts at its April 30-May 1 policy meeting as U.S.

BOJ to cut growth forecast as US tariffs hit, sources say
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Tariffs, recession fears cast pall over US media earnings

Wall Street analysts offered a gloomy view of the first quarter for much of Hollywood, warning that economic uncertainty caused

Tariffs, recession fears cast pall over US media earnings
Crime|Europe|Political

UK anti-Islam activist 'Tommy Robinson' loses appeal against prison sentence

British anti-Islam activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon on Wednesday lost his appeal against his 18-month sentence after he previously admitted contempt of court for repeating false

UK anti-Islam activist 'Tommy Robinson' loses appeal against prison sentence
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

In a fog of uncertainty, Fed policy storm could be approaching

U.S.

In a fog of uncertainty, Fed policy storm could be approaching
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

Pharma companies expected to absorb any tariff hit in short term

U.S. tariffs on pharmaceuticals could eventually mean higher prices for brand-name medicines, but in the near term the costs would likely be absorbed by drugmakers rather

Pharma companies expected to absorb any tariff hit in short term
Americas|Economy|Election|Political

Carney’s tough talk, bland competence boost Liberals ahead of Canadian election

For someone trying to win an election, Mark Carney appeared taken aback by the crowd of about 300 chanting his name at

Carney’s tough talk, bland competence boost Liberals ahead of Canadian election
Election|Political|US

PROTESTERS STUN-GUNNED, DETAINED AT GA TOWN HALL (4AMET)

Tempers flare as few Republicans hold in-person town halls

PROTESTERS STUN-GUNNED, DETAINED AT GA TOWN HALL (4AMET)
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Chinese factory bids to keep exporting fun amid US trade war

Bin Zhang is in the business of fun, but his job has become less so because of U.S. President Donald Trump.

Chinese factory bids to keep exporting fun amid US trade war
Election|Political|US

Tempers flare as few Republicans hold in-person town halls

Tempers flare as few Republicans hold in-person town halls

Tempers flare as few Republicans hold in-person town halls
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's economy grew 5.4% in the first quarter as exporters rushed to beat Trump's tariffs

China's economy expanded at a robust 5.4% annual pace in January-March, supported by strong exports ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump’s rapid increases in tariffs on Chinese exports

China's economy grew 5.4% in the first quarter as exporters rushed to beat Trump's tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's Xi calls on Asian nations to resist confrontation and protectionism

Chinese President Xi Jinping called on Wednesday for Asian nations to unite in resisting geopolitical confrontation, unilateralism

China's Xi calls on Asian nations to resist confrontation and protectionism
Political|US

In latest media crackdown, White House limits newswire access to Trump

Wire services including Reuters and Bloomberg News will no longer hold a permanent slot in the small pool of reporters who cover President Donald Trump, the

In latest media crackdown, White House limits newswire access to Trump
Europe|Political|World

Serbia expels Croatian doctor married to Serb over security threat

Arien Stojanovic Ivkovic, 31, a Croatian doctor who lives in Belgrade with her Serbian husband and a three-year-old daughter, was given one week's notice to leave the country last

Serbia expels Croatian doctor married to Serb over security threat
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudanese paramilitary group says its forming a rival government

A notorious paramilitary group fighting against the Sudanese military says its forming a rival government that will rule parts of the country controlled by the group, including the western Darfur region

Sudanese paramilitary group says its forming a rival government
Food|MidEast|Political|US|World

A ship full of lifesaving wheat is sailing towards Yemen. When it arrives next month, it may rot or be pillaged

A ship full of lifesaving wheat is sailing towards Yemen. When it arrives next month, it may rot or be pillaged

A ship full of lifesaving wheat is sailing towards Yemen. When it arrives next month, it may rot or be pillaged
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China appoints a new trade negotiator during tariff fight with the US

China has appointed a new trade negotiator in the midst of its tariff fight with the United States as the world’s two largest economies steadily increase tariffs on each other’s goods

China appoints a new trade negotiator during tariff fight with the US
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Gaza a 'mass grave' of Palestinians, says MSF, as Israeli strikes kill 13

Gaza has become a "mass grave" for Palestinians and those trying to help them, medical charity MSF said on Wednesday, as medics said the Israeli military killed

Gaza a 'mass grave' of Palestinians, says MSF, as Israeli strikes kill 13
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine says Russian drone attack injures three, damages homes in Odesa

A Russian drone attack on the Black Sea port city of Odesa overnight injured three people, sparked fires and damaged homes and civilian infrastructure, officials of the southern Ukrainian

Ukraine says Russian drone attack injures three, damages homes in Odesa
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Central Europe cannot expect big boost from German fiscal expansion, S&P says

Central Europe cannot expect a big boost from Germany's fiscal expansion despite strong links to Europe's largest economy, where part of the stimulus benefits will be offset by

Central Europe cannot expect big boost from German fiscal expansion, S&P says
Economy|Political|US

Trump orders tariff probe on all US critical mineral imports

U.S.

Trump orders tariff probe on all US critical mineral imports
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

US senators visit Taiwan, will discuss trade and meet president

Three U.S. senators are visiting Taiwan this week and will discuss trade and other issues with President Lai Ching-te, a trip that comes as Taipei pushes ahead with tariff talks

US senators visit Taiwan, will discuss trade and meet president
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Britain’s race to take control of its last major steel plant from Chinese owner

Britain’s race to take control of its last major steel plant from Chinese owner

Britain’s race to take control of its last major steel plant from Chinese owner
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China unexpectedly anoints new trade negotiator amid US tariff war

China on Wednesday unexpectedly appointed a new trade negotiator key in any talks to resolve the escalating tariff war with the

China unexpectedly anoints new trade negotiator amid US tariff war
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

China Q1 GDP growth tops expectations, but US tariff shock looms large

China's first-quarter economic growth outstripped expectations, underpinned by solid consumption and industrial output, but analysts fear momentum could

China Q1 GDP growth tops expectations, but US tariff shock looms large
Australia|Economy|Political|Sports

Australian politicians took $147,000 of match tickets while weighing sports betting ban

Australian politicians were gifted about A$245,000 ($147,000) in match tickets over nearly two years by the country's most popular sporting leagues as part of a

Australian politicians took $147,000 of match tickets while weighing sports betting ban
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Global banks cut China growth forecasts as trade war deepens

Global investment banks are lowering their projections for China's economic growth this year as U.S.

Global banks cut China growth forecasts as trade war deepens
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Markets wobble over US-China wrangling

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu It's been a sea of red in Asia so far on Wednesday, with new U.S. moves turning up the heat in the trade war with China, but at

Markets wobble over US-China wrangling
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Two US service members assigned to southern border task force killed in vehicle accident

Two US service members assigned to southern border task force killed in vehicle accident

Two US service members assigned to southern border task force killed in vehicle accident
Opinion|Political|US

Don't like a columnist's opinion? Los Angeles Times offers an AI-generated opposing viewpoint

In the Los Angeles Times, you no longer have to take an opinion columnist's word for it

Don't like a columnist's opinion? Los Angeles Times offers an AI-generated opposing viewpoint
Business|Economy|Food|Political|US

Vermont maple syrup makers face uncertainty amid Canada and China tariff chaos

Making maple syrup in New England’s fickle spring weather can be an unpredictable business

Vermont maple syrup makers face uncertainty amid Canada and China tariff chaos
Business|Political|US

DOGE attempted to assign team to US nonprofit group Vera Institute of Justice

Billionaire Elon Musk's U.S.

DOGE attempted to assign team to US nonprofit group Vera Institute of Justice
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Brazil grants asylum to wife of Peru's former president Humala

Brazil has granted diplomatic asylum to Nadine Heredia, the wife of former Peruvian President Ollanta Humala after both were convicted of receiving illicit campaign funds, Peru's

Brazil grants asylum to wife of Peru's former president Humala
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Instant View: China's Q1 economic growth beats estimates, but trade tensions cloud outlook

China's economy grew 5.4% year-on-year in the first quarter, data showed on Wednesday, surpassing estimates, but a trade war with the United States has cast a shadow over the outlook and

Instant View: China's Q1 economic growth beats estimates, but trade tensions cloud outlook
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

New Zealand central bank's budget to see 25% cut in coming year

The New Zealand central bank's operating budget will be cut by roughly 25% in the coming fiscal year and set at roughly NZ$150 million ($88.50 million) for each

New Zealand central bank's budget to see 25% cut in coming year
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Hong Kong post office will stop shipping parcels to the US over tariffs

Hong Kong’s post office will stop shipping small parcels to the United States after Washington announced plans to charge tariffs on small-value parcels from the southern Chinese city

Hong Kong post office will stop shipping parcels to the US over tariffs
Europe|Political|World

In the Ukrainian city of Sumy, life goes on despite the constant threat of attack

The humdrum of daily life in Sumy belies the constant threat of death its people have lived with since Russia invaded Ukraine three years ago

In the Ukrainian city of Sumy, life goes on despite the constant threat of attack
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Peru’s former first lady flees to Brazil for asylum after she and ex-President Humala sentenced to prison

Peru’s former first lady flees to Brazil for asylum after she and ex-President Humala sentenced to prison

Peru’s former first lady flees to Brazil for asylum after she and ex-President Humala sentenced to prison
Political|US

The Trump White House is axing the wire service spot from the coverage pool, the latest salvo in its battle with the AP

The Trump White House is axing the wire service spot from the coverage pool, the latest salvo in its battle with the AP

The Trump White House is axing the wire service spot from the coverage pool, the latest salvo in its battle with the AP
Election|Political|US

Donors open their wallets to progressives challenging Trump while Musk backs Trump allies

Donors open their wallets to progressives challenging Trump while Musk backs Trump allies

Donors open their wallets to progressives challenging Trump while Musk backs Trump allies
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Trump's tariffs on Chinese parts for Cybercab, Semi disrupt Tesla's US production plans, source says

Tesla's plans to ship components from China for Cybercab and Semi electric trucks in the United States were suspended after President Donald Trump raised tariffs on Chinese goods

Trump's tariffs on Chinese parts for Cybercab, Semi disrupt Tesla's US production plans, source says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China's Q1 GDP grows 5.4% y/y, beating expectations

China's economy grew 5.4% year-on-year in the first quarter, data showed on Wednesday, beating expectations, but an escalating trade war with the United States has darkened the

China's Q1 GDP grows 5.4% y/y, beating expectations
Americas|Crime|Political

Peru court jails ex-President Humala for money laundering; Brazil grants diplomatic asylum to his wife

A Peruvian court on Tuesday sentenced ex-President Ollanta Humala to 15 years in prison for receiving illicit campaign funds from a Brazilian construction firm, making

Peru court jails ex-President Humala for money laundering; Brazil grants diplomatic asylum to his wife
Americas|Political|US

Border deployment vehicle accident kills two service members, third in critical condition

Two service members deployed to the U.S. Southern border were killed and a third is in serious condition after a vehicle accident near Santa Teresa, New Mexico, the military announced late Tuesday

Border deployment vehicle accident kills two service members, third in critical condition
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

China has a powerful card to play in its fight against Trump’s trade war

China has a powerful card to play in its fight against Trump’s trade war

China has a powerful card to play in its fight against Trump’s trade war
Election|Political|Sports

Canadian election debate advanced by 2 hours to avoid conflict with hockey game

Politics is bowing to Canada’s most popular sport as the French-language leaders’ debate was abruptly rescheduled to minimize a conflict with a Montreal Canadiens hockey game

Canadian election debate advanced by 2 hours to avoid conflict with hockey game
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US fuel exports to Mexico by land halted by higher scrutiny, sources say

The Mexican government has halted U.S. fuel imports sent into the country by road, as it cracks down on illegal deals, three sources familiar with the matter said

US fuel exports to Mexico by land halted by higher scrutiny, sources say
Business|Education|Political|US

From Harvard to Musk, law firm Quinn Emanuel juggles Trump's friends and foes

Harvard University has turned to Elon Musk's longtime law firm, Quinn Emanuel, and a pair of Washington insiders with strong Republican credentials for its multibillion-

From Harvard to Musk, law firm Quinn Emanuel juggles Trump's friends and foes
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US Treasury Sec Bessent invites South Korea finance minister for trade talks next week

South Korean Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok will hold a meeting with U.S.

US Treasury Sec Bessent invites South Korea finance minister for trade talks next week
Education|Political|US

Students sue US Defense Department schools for book removals

A dozen students in U.S.

Students sue US Defense Department schools for book removals
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump signs directive on lowering drug prices even as he seeks tariffs on pharmaceuticals

Trump signs directive on lowering drug prices even as he seeks tariffs on pharmaceuticals

Trump signs directive on lowering drug prices even as he seeks tariffs on pharmaceuticals
Africa|Crime|Political|US|World

Gambian ex-soldier convicted at US trial of torturing suspected backers of a failed 2006 coup

An ex-member of Gambia’s military has been convicted at a federal jury trial in Denver of torturing five people accused of involvement in a failed coup against the West African country’s longtime dictator nearly 20 years ago

Gambian ex-soldier convicted at US trial of torturing suspected backers of a failed 2006 coup
Economy|Political|US

Biden slams Trump administration’s cuts to Social Security Administration in first public remarks since leaving office

Biden slams Trump administration’s cuts to Social Security Administration in first public remarks since leaving office

Biden slams Trump administration’s cuts to Social Security Administration in first public remarks since leaving office
Crime|Political|US

IRS agent who investigated Hunter Biden expected to be named IRS acting chief

An IRS whistleblower who testified publicly about investigations into Hunter Biden’s taxes is expected to be promoted to IRS acting commissioner, two sources familiar with the plan tell The Associated Press

IRS agent who investigated Hunter Biden expected to be named IRS acting chief
Political|US

Trump says he plans stipends as part of self-deportation program

U.S.

Trump says he plans stipends as part of self-deportation program
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

BOJ's Ueda says central bank may need to respond if US tariffs hurt economy, Sankei reports

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said the central bank may need to take policy action if U.S. tariffs hurt the Japanese economy, the Sankei newspaper reported on

BOJ's Ueda says central bank may need to respond if US tariffs hurt economy, Sankei reports
Political|US

Trump to name Hunter Biden whistleblower as acting IRS commissioner, sources say

Trump to name Hunter Biden whistleblower as acting IRS commissioner, sources say

Trump to name Hunter Biden whistleblower as acting IRS commissioner, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|US

The Latest: Judge will order sworn testimony by Trump officials in case of wrongly deported man

A federal judge in Maryland will order sworn testimony by Trump officials to determine if they complied with her orders to facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from an El Salvador prison

The Latest: Judge will order sworn testimony by Trump officials in case of wrongly deported man
Education|Political|US

Army and Air Force libraries are ordered to review books for DEI material

Army and Air Force libraries have been told to go through their stacks to find books related to diversity, equity and inclusion

Army and Air Force libraries are ordered to review books for DEI material
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Political|World

The first lawsuit is filed over the deadly nightclub roof collapse in the Dominican Republic

The first known lawsuit has been filed against the owners of a legendary nightclub whose roof collapsed and killed 231 people in the Dominican Republic

The first lawsuit is filed over the deadly nightclub roof collapse in the Dominican Republic
Economy|Political|US

Biden alleges Trump has 'taken a hatchet' to Social Security in his first post-presidency speech

Former President Joe Biden warns that President Donald Trump has “taken a hatchet” to Social Security, weighing in on a critical issue for millions of Americans

Biden alleges Trump has 'taken a hatchet' to Social Security in his first post-presidency speech
Africa|Arts|Entertainment|Political|World

Artist Kehinde Wiley puts power in a new frame with paintings of African leaders

American artist Kehinde Wiley has unveiled an exhibition in Morocco of portraits of African leaders as part of a yearslong series exploring politics and image-making

Artist Kehinde Wiley puts power in a new frame with paintings of African leaders
Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump signs healthcare executive order that includes a win for pharma companies

U.S.

Trump signs healthcare executive order that includes a win for pharma companies
Economy|Political|US|World

UNICEF projects 20% drop in 2026 funding after US cuts

UNICEF has projected that its 2026 budget will shrink by at least 20% compared to 2024, a spokesperson for the U.N. children's agency said on Tuesday,

UNICEF projects 20% drop in 2026 funding after US cuts
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US Treasury secretary: no risk of China weaponizing Treasuries despite bond market volatility

U.S.

US Treasury secretary: no risk of China weaponizing Treasuries despite bond market volatility
Economy|Political|US

Over 22,000 IRS workers take Trump's latest buyout offer, agency sources say

More than 22,000 employees at the tax-collecting Internal Revenue Service have accepted the Trump administration's latest buyout offer, two agency

Over  22,000 IRS workers take Trump's latest buyout offer, agency sources say
Environment|Political|US

US judge blocks Trump's freeze on climate, infrastructure grants

A U.S. judge blocked President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday from freezing billions of dollars in grants Congress authorized under climate investment and

US judge blocks Trump's freeze on climate, infrastructure grants
Political|Science|Technology|US

FAA tests drone detection equipment in New Jersey after unexplained drone sightings in the state last year

FAA tests drone detection equipment in New Jersey after unexplained drone sightings in the state last year

FAA tests drone detection equipment in New Jersey after unexplained drone sightings in the state last year
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US plans to use tariff negotiations to isolate China, WSJ reports

U.S.

US plans to use tariff negotiations to isolate China, WSJ reports
Economy|Political|US

Biden re-emerges to defend Social Security as Trump cuts agency staff

Democratic former President Joe Biden on Tuesday made his first major speech since leaving the White House in January, defending the Social Security Administration as the Trump

Biden re-emerges to defend Social Security as Trump cuts agency staff
Economy|Environment|Political|US

Trump exempts nearly 70 coal plants from Biden-era rule on mercury and other toxic air pollution

The Trump administration has granted nearly 70 coal-fired power plants a two-year exemption from federal requirements to reduce emissions of toxic chemicals such as mercury, arsenic and benzene

Trump exempts nearly 70 coal plants from Biden-era rule on mercury and other toxic air pollution
Americas|Crime|Election|Political

Ecuador ‘would love to have US forces’ helping in gang crackdown, president says

Ecuador ‘would love to have US forces’ helping in gang crackdown, president says

Ecuador ‘would love to have US forces’ helping in gang crackdown, president says
Americas|Crime|Political|US

US judge presses Trump administration on its refusal to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia

A federal judge says she will order sworn testimony by Trump administration officials to determine if they complied with her orders to facilitate the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia

US judge presses Trump administration on its refusal to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia
Education|Political|US

Harvard’s president rejected Trump’s demands. Here’s how other university leaders have responded to the White House

Harvard’s president rejected Trump’s demands. Here’s how other university leaders have responded to the White House

Harvard’s president rejected Trump’s demands. Here’s how other university leaders have responded to the White House
Africa|Crime|Political|World

Attack by gunmen leaves at least 40 people dead in Nigeria, the country's president says

Nigeria’s president says that at least 40 people were killed when Muslim gunmen, believed to be herders, attacked a Christian farming community in the north-central part of the country, the latest in a spate of increasing violence in the West African country

Attack by gunmen leaves at least 40 people dead in Nigeria, the country's president says
Crime|Political|US

Pentagon senior adviser Dan Caldwell ousted during investigation into leaks

Defense officials say Dan Caldwell, a senior adviser to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has been placed on administrative leave and was escorted out of the Pentagon by security

Pentagon senior adviser Dan Caldwell ousted during investigation into leaks
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

US tariffs may cost chip equipment makers more than $1 billion, industry estimates

U.S.

US tariffs may cost chip equipment makers more than $1 billion, industry estimates
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Jordan says it has foiled attacks by Muslim Brotherhood

Jordan has arrested 16 members of the Muslim Brotherhood who were trained and financed in Lebanon and had plotted attacks on targets inside the kingdom

Jordan says it has foiled attacks by Muslim Brotherhood
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump administration proposes scrapping UN peacekeeping funding

The White House budget office has proposed eliminating funding for United Nations peacekeeping missions, citing failures by operations in

Trump administration proposes scrapping UN peacekeeping funding
Africa|Political|World

G7 calls for immediate ceasefire in war in Sudan at two-year mark

G7 foreign ministers on Tuesday issued a statement calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Sudan and condemning attacks by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces.

G7 calls for immediate ceasefire in war in Sudan at two-year mark
Business|Political|Technology|US

Meta's Zuckerberg eyed Instagram spinoff amid antitrust scrutiny, document shows

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg considered spinning off popular photo-sharing app Instagram in 2018 over concerns about the growing risk of antitrust

Meta's Zuckerberg eyed Instagram spinoff amid antitrust scrutiny, document shows
Business|Economy|Political|US

White House says Trump signs order to streamline federal procurement regulation

U.S.

White House says Trump signs order to streamline federal procurement regulation
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump signs order requiring commercial products in federal contracts

President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order directing his administration to prioritize the procurement of commercially-available products and services rather than non-

Trump signs order requiring commercial products in federal contracts
Economy|Political|US

Trump signs memo barring undocumented immigrants from receiving Social Security benefits

U.S.

Trump signs memo barring undocumented immigrants from receiving Social Security benefits
MidEast|Political|US|World

US military poised to slash troops in Syria, officials say

The U.S. military is set to consolidate its presence in Syria over the coming weeks and months, two U.S. officials told Reuters on Tuesday, in a

US military poised to slash troops in Syria, officials say
Business|Education|Political|US

Law students sue US civil rights agency over crackdown on law-firm DEI policies

Three law students on Tuesday sued a U.S. civil rights agency, claiming that its probe into diversity policies at 20 large law firms is illegal and could expose the

Law students sue US civil rights agency over crackdown on law-firm DEI policies
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Judge orders Trump officials to testify about efforts to return wrongly deported man

A U.S. judge on Tuesday demanded U.S. officials provide documents and answer questions under oath about what it had done to secure the

Judge orders Trump officials to testify about efforts to return wrongly deported man
Political|US

Judge in Abrego Garcia case says there’s no evidence Trump administration is following her orders

Judge in Abrego Garcia case says there’s no evidence Trump administration is following her orders

Judge in Abrego Garcia case says there’s no evidence Trump administration is following her orders
Education|Political|US

Harvard's challenge to Trump administration could test limits of government power

On one side is Harvard, the nation’s oldest and wealthiest university, with a brand so powerful that its name is synonymous with prestige

Harvard's challenge to Trump administration could test limits of government power
Business|Political|Technology|US

Meta CEO Zuckerberg considered spinning off Instagram in 2018 over antitrust worries, email says

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg once considered separating Instagram from its parent company due to worries about antitrust litigation

Meta CEO Zuckerberg considered spinning off Instagram in 2018 over antitrust worries, email says
Africa|Election|Political

Mozambique carried out a brutal crackdown on post-election protests, Amnesty says

A leading international rights group has accused Mozambique's security forces of a brutal, three-month crackdown on protests after the country's election last year

Mozambique carried out a brutal crackdown on post-election protests, Amnesty says
Economy|Education|Health|Political|Science

Harvard stands to lose $2.2 billion in federal funding. Researchers fear science will suffer

In a high-stakes standoff, President Donald Trump’s administration says it will freeze $2.2 billion in federal research grants for Harvard University, which is pushing back on demands for changes to campus policy

Harvard stands to lose $2.2 billion in federal funding. Researchers fear science will suffer
Political|US

Trump says he wants to give money and airplane tickets to immigrants who 'self-deport'

President Donald Trump says he wants to give money and an airplane ticket to any immigrant who is in the country illegally who chooses to “self-deport.”

Trump says he wants to give money and airplane tickets to immigrants who 'self-deport'
Environment|Political|US

Judge orders federal agencies to release billions of dollars from two Biden-era initiatives

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to release billions of dollars meant to finance climate and infrastructure projects across the country

Judge orders federal agencies to release billions of dollars from two Biden-era initiatives
Education|Political|US

Justice Department can cut funding for legal guidance for people facing deportation, US judge says

A federal judge has allowed the Justice Department to temporarily stop funding legal education programs for people facing deportation or immigration court while a lawsuit brought by the organizations that provide the service moves forward in court

Justice Department can cut funding for legal guidance for people facing deportation, US judge says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Spanish minister optimistic on 'fair' US-EU trade deal after meeting Bessent

Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo said on Tuesday he was convinced the United States and European Union would negotiate a fair trade deal after meeting with U.S.

Spanish minister optimistic on 'fair' US-EU trade deal after meeting Bessent
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political

Brazil sees worsening debt outlook despite rising primary surplus targets

Brazil's government on Tuesday projected a sharp rise in gross debt despite an outlook for an improving primary balance, including a 0.25% of gross domestic

Brazil sees worsening debt outlook despite rising primary surplus targets
Americas|Political|US

US transfers land on Mexican border to the Army to prevent illegal crossings

The Trump administration announced an emergency transfer of nearly 110,000 acres of federal land along the U.S.-Mexico border to the Army to help prevent illegal immigration, the Interior

US transfers land on Mexican border to the Army to prevent illegal crossings
Education|Political|US

NAACP sues US Education Department over DEI school funding cuts

The NAACP sued the U.S.

NAACP sues US Education Department over DEI school funding cuts
Education|Political|US

Lawyers for Harvard in Trump administration dispute are no strangers to high-profile legal matters

The two attorneys representing Harvard University in a pitched fight with the Trump administration are no strangers to the spotlight or to Washington investigations that reach into the White House

Lawyers for Harvard in Trump administration dispute are no strangers to high-profile legal matters
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Labor board firings would leave Federal Reserve vulnerable, lawyers say

President Donald Trump's firing of Democrats from two federal labor boards leaves the independence of the U.S.

Labor board firings would leave Federal Reserve vulnerable, lawyers say
Economy|Political|US

DOGE trumpets unemployment fraud that the government already found years ago

Elon Musk's federal cost-cutting team is touting its latest finding: Hundreds of millions of dollars in allegedly fraudulent unemployment claims

DOGE trumpets unemployment fraud that the government already found years ago
Crime|Health|Political|US

Shapiro arson suspect’s family had sought help for days from authorities before attack

Shapiro arson suspect’s family had sought help for days from authorities before attack

Shapiro arson suspect’s family had sought help for days from authorities before attack
Business|Economy|Political|US

Iowa relies on exports and its senior senator opposes tariffs. Trump is pressuring both

President Donald Trump’s tariffs are likely to cost Iowa farmers their biggest market for the hundreds of millions of bushels of soybeans they grow every year

Iowa relies on exports and its senior senator opposes tariffs. Trump is pressuring both
Crime|Political|US

Man charged with arson at Pennsylvania governor's home struggled with mental health, brother says

A relative says the man accused of purposely setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s official residence had struggled with his mental health and was twice treated at a psychiatric hospital in recent years

Man charged with arson at Pennsylvania governor's home struggled with mental health, brother says
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|US

US SEC officials push back as Musk's DOGE seeks broad access, source says

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency is seeking access to U.S.

US SEC officials push back as Musk's DOGE seeks broad access, source says
Business|Political|US

Judge blocks most of Trump order against Susman Godfrey, laments law firms 'capitulating'

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked most of Donald Trump's executive order targeting law firm Susman Godfrey, part of the Republican U.S.

Judge blocks most of Trump order against Susman Godfrey, laments law firms 'capitulating'
MidEast|Political|US

Top Hegseth adviser Dan Caldwell put on leave in Pentagon leak probe

One of U.S.

Top Hegseth adviser Dan Caldwell put on leave in Pentagon leak probe
Business|Political|US

Judge temporarily blocks Trump from retaliating against firm that sued Fox News for election lies

A federal judge has issued another order putting on hold an effort by President Donald Trump to retaliate against a law firm he opposes

Judge temporarily blocks Trump from retaliating against firm that sued Fox News for election lies
Africa|Political|US|World

US condemns Sudan's RSF for attacks on civilians, calls for accountability

The Trump administration on Tuesday condemned attacks by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on civilians in North Darfur and called for parties in the country's civil war to be

US condemns Sudan's RSF for attacks on civilians, calls for accountability
Africa|Education|MidEast|Political|World

Protests erupt in Tunisian town after three students die in school wall collapse

Hundreds of Tunisians protested on Tuesday, demanding accountability, after three students died on Monday following a school wall collapse in the central town of Mazzouna, an

Protests erupt in Tunisian town after three students die in school wall collapse
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Argentina bumper wheat harvest could hit record if export tax cuts extended

Argentina's major Buenos Aires grains exchange, already forecasting a bumper wheat crop, could raise its estimates even higher if a temporary export tax

Argentina bumper wheat harvest could hit record if export tax cuts extended
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Review of decision not to award Space Command to Alabama inconclusive, with Trump reversal expected

With the Trump administration expected to reverse a controversial 2023 decision on the permanent location of U.S. Space Command, a review by the Defense Department inspector general could not determine why Colorado was chosen over Alabama

Review of decision not to award Space Command to Alabama inconclusive, with Trump reversal expected
Election|Political|US

GOP Sen. Grassley faces frustrated Iowans at town hall: ‘Are you proud of Trump?’

GOP Sen. Grassley faces frustrated Iowans at town hall: ‘Are you proud of Trump?’

GOP Sen. Grassley faces frustrated Iowans at town hall: ‘Are you proud of Trump?’
Celebrity|Entertainment|Political

‘Home Alone 2’ director Chris Columbus says he wishes Donald Trump’s cameo ‘was gone’

‘Home Alone 2’ director Chris Columbus says he wishes Donald Trump’s cameo ‘was gone’

‘Home Alone 2’ director Chris Columbus says he wishes Donald Trump’s cameo ‘was gone’
Business|Economy|Health|Political|Technology

Here’s what’s about to become more expensive with the next round of tariffs

Here’s what’s about to become more expensive with the next round of tariffs

Here’s what’s about to become more expensive with the next round of tariffs
Political|US

DOGE associate is made acting head of foreign assistance at the State Department, a US official says

The Trump administration has expanded the power of adviser Elon Musk’s government-cutting team over the State Department

DOGE associate is made acting head of foreign assistance at the State Department, a US official says
Business|Political|US

Melinda French Gates on rise of billionaires in politics: ‘I think we are seeing some of their true personalities come out’

Melinda French Gates on rise of billionaires in politics: ‘I think we are seeing some of their true personalities come out’

Melinda French Gates on rise of billionaires in politics: ‘I think we are seeing some of their true personalities come out’
Africa|Europe|Political|World

An international conference rallies aid for Sudan after 2 years of civil war, but peace is elusive

Britain and the European Union have pledged hundreds of millions of dollars to ease suffering in Sudan

An international conference rallies aid for Sudan after 2 years of civil war, but peace is elusive
Political|Sports|US

What is Jackie Robinson Day around Major League Baseball and why is it always on April 15?

Jackie Robinson’s legacy is being celebrated around the major leagues, with the day named for the first Black baseball player of the modern era and marking the 78th anniversary of his debut for the Brooklyn Dodgers

What is Jackie Robinson Day around Major League Baseball and why is it always on April 15?
Health|Political|US

Key vaccine committee meets for the first time under Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

A key vaccine advisory committee is meeting for the first time under new U.S. Health Secretary Robert F

Key vaccine committee meets for the first time under Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Americas|Education|Political|US

Canadian universities report jump in US applicants as Trump cuts funding

More students living in the United States are applying to Canadian universities or expressing interest in studying north of the border as U.S

Canadian universities report jump in US applicants as Trump cuts funding
Business|Political|Technology|US|World

DOGE staffer appointed as acting head of US State Dept foreign assistance office

The administration of President Donald Trump has appointed a key member of billionaire Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency as the acting head of

DOGE staffer appointed as acting head of US State Dept foreign assistance office
Europe|Political|US|World

US lifting sanctions on key aide to Hungary's Orban

The United States is removing sanctions on a close aide of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, the State Department said on Tuesday, adding that the

US lifting sanctions on key aide to Hungary's Orban
Africa|Americas|Europe|Political|World

Enough talk, time for action, CARICOM official says on slavery reparations

The push for slavery reparations is at a defining moment, a Caribbean Community official said on the second day of a United Nations forum, adding it was time to step up

Enough talk, time for action, CARICOM official says on slavery reparations
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

UK business minister Reynolds to visit China later this year, Guardian reports

Britain's business minister, Jonathan Reynolds, will travel to China later this year in a bid to boost trade and investment between the two countries, the Guardian newspaper

UK business minister Reynolds to visit China later this year, Guardian reports
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu calls for hostages to be released during Gaza visit

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited northern Gaza on Tuesday, accompanied by the country's defense minister, head of the military and other senior officials, his

Netanyahu calls for hostages to be released during Gaza visit
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|US

Trump exempts dozens of coal plants from mercury, air toxics limits

The Trump administration has exempted 47 companies from regulations to curb mercury and air toxics for their coal-fired power plants for two years, according

Trump exempts dozens of coal plants from mercury, air toxics limits
Americas|Election|Political|World

Ecuador's Noboa faces tough future with the legislature. Can his mom help?

Ecuadorean President Daniel Noboa - a millennial business heir who won a new term on Sunday by an unexpectedly wide margin - may struggle to push bills through

Ecuador's Noboa faces tough future with the legislature. Can his mom help?
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political

European pharma companies issue demands to stay in EU ahead of expected US tariffs

Nearly three dozen global pharmaceutical companies, in a letter to the head of the European Commission, demanded help to maintain operations in the EU despite threatened U.S. tariffs

European pharma companies issue demands to stay in EU ahead of expected US tariffs
Business|Economy|Political|US

As Trump considers auto tariffs pause, parts exemptions could be key for US industry

President Donald Trump is considering a delay of auto tariffs

As Trump considers auto tariffs pause, parts exemptions could be key for US industry
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

US stocks dip but bonds and dollar rebound on hopes of tariff relief

Some trade policy relief and strong bank earnings were not enough to keep Wall Street from pushing U.S. stocks down slightly on Tuesday

US stocks dip but bonds and dollar rebound on hopes of tariff relief
Business|Political|US

Judge blocks most of Trump executive order against law firm Susman Godfrey

A judge in Washington on Tuesday blocked most of U.S.

Judge blocks most of Trump executive order against law firm Susman Godfrey
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Bond strategists expect US yields to fall despite tariff turmoil

U.S.

Bond strategists expect US yields to fall despite tariff turmoil
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump holds Situation Room meeting on Iran, officials say

President Donald Trump met with his top national security aides on Tuesday to discuss Iran's nuclear program ahead of a second meeting between U.S

Trump holds Situation Room meeting on Iran, officials say
Crime|Political|US

Justice Department fires immigration lawyer who argued case of mistakenly deported man

Justice Department fires immigration lawyer who argued case of mistakenly deported man

Justice Department fires immigration lawyer who argued case of mistakenly deported man
Education|Political|US

A look at the universities with federal funding targeted by the Trump administration

Harvard University has joined the growing list of institutions targeted by the Trump administration for federal funding cuts

A look at the universities with federal funding targeted by the Trump administration
Health|Political|Science|US

Autism rates in US rise again to 1 in 31 kids, CDC says

Newly released federal statistics show an estimated 1 in 31 U.S. children have autism, marking another jump in a long string of increases

Autism rates in US rise again to 1 in 31 kids, CDC says
Crime|Election|Political|US

NYC Council sues to block Mayor Eric Adams from allowing ICE office on Rikers Island

New York City lawmakers are suing to block Mayor Eric Adams from allowing federal immigration agents to operate within the Rikers Island jail complex

NYC Council sues to block Mayor Eric Adams from allowing ICE office on Rikers Island
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Four journalists who were accused of working for Kremlin foe Navalny are convicted of extremism

A Russian court has convicted four journalists of extremism for working for an anti-corruption group founded by the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny and sentenced them to 5 1/2 years in prison each

Four journalists who were accused of working for Kremlin foe Navalny are convicted of extremism
Africa|Europe|Political|World

France says it will expel 12 Algerian agents, will recall ambassador

France will expel 12 agents serving in the Algerian consular and diplomatic network in France and will recall its ambassador to Algiers for consultations, the French presidency said

France says it will expel 12 Algerian agents, will recall ambassador
Crime|Political|Technology|US

Whistleblower org says DOGE may have caused 'significant cyber breach' at US labor watchdog

A whistleblower complaint says that billionaire Elon Musk's team of technologists may have been responsible for a "significant cybersecurity

Whistleblower org says DOGE may have caused 'significant cyber breach' at US labor watchdog
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Citi sees copper prices falling slower as U.S. tariffs ease

Citi forecast on Tuesday a slower drop in copper prices over the next three months, noting that U.S.

Citi sees copper prices falling slower as U.S. tariffs ease
Business|Economy|Political|US

Ball in China's court for trade talks, White House says

U.S.

Ball in China's court for trade talks, White House says
Economy|Political|US

Trump to sign memorandum aimed at stopping ineligible people from claiming Social Security benefits

President Donald Trump on Tuesday plans to sign a memorandum that the White House said would be aimed at stopping ineligible people from claiming Social Security benefits.

Trump to sign memorandum aimed at stopping ineligible people from claiming Social Security benefits
Africa|Europe|Political|World

France expels 12 Algerian officials in tit-for-tat move amid diplomatic tensions

France says it is expelling 12 Algerian diplomatic officials, a day after Algeria announced the expulsion of the same number of French officials in escalating tensions between the two countries

France expels 12 Algerian officials in tit-for-tat move amid diplomatic tensions
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Brazil auto market offers warning for US tariff policy

When Brazil hiked trade barriers in its auto market over a decade ago, the government promised more local manufacturing, reliable jobs

Brazil auto market offers warning for US tariff policy
Business|Economy|Political|US

Relief for farmers under consideration, White House says

The White House said on Tuesday that relief is being considered for farmers, who face lower prices and high inventories as a trade war between China and the United States

Relief for farmers under consideration, White House says
Education|Political|US

White House: Trump wants Harvard to apologize

The White House said on Tuesday President Donald Trump wants to see Harvard apologize, when asked if the president is considering the possibility of removing the school's tax-

White House: Trump wants Harvard to apologize
Europe|Political|US|World

NATO chief reaffirms support for Ukraine during a visit to the port city of Odesa

NATO's secretary-general says the alliance's support for Ukraine remains “unwavering.”

NATO chief reaffirms support for Ukraine during a visit to the port city of Odesa
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Israeli strike outside a Gaza hospital kills a medic and wounds several

A spokesman for a hospital in Gaza says an Israeli airstrike hit the northern gate of the Kuwaiti Field Hospital

Middle East latest: Israeli strike outside a Gaza hospital kills a medic and wounds several
Business|Economy|Political|US

About 25% of IRS workers planning to take buyout offer

About 25% of IRS workers planning to take buyout offer

About 25% of IRS workers planning to take buyout offer
Economy|Food|Political|US

Des Moines food pantries face spiking demand as the Iowa region’s SNAP enrollment declines

While Iowa is a big food producer, many people in the state need help getting enough to eat.

Des Moines food pantries face spiking demand as the Iowa region’s SNAP enrollment declines
Food|Health|Political|US

Arkansas and Indiana ask USDA to let them ban soda and candy from SNAP

Officials in Arkansas and Indiana are moving to ban soft drinks and candy from the program that helps low-income people pay for groceries

Arkansas and Indiana ask USDA to let them ban soda and candy from SNAP
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump envoy stresses need for verification in Iran nuclear talks

Trump envoy stresses need for verification in Iran nuclear talks

Trump envoy stresses need for verification in Iran nuclear talks
Economy|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Afghan children will die because of US funding cuts, aid official says

An aid agency official says Afghan children will die because of US funding cuts

Afghan children will die because of US funding cuts, aid official says
Food|Health|Political|US

Arkansas, Indiana ask USDA to let them ban soda, candy from food stamps program

Arkansas and Indiana on Tuesday became the first states to ask the U.S.

Arkansas, Indiana ask USDA to let them ban soda, candy from food stamps program
Political|US

New US Justice Department policy cracks down on social media posts

President Donald Trump's administration has ordered U.S.

New US Justice Department policy cracks down on social media posts
Europe|Political|Technology

Italy says Britain is not sharing technology on fighter project

Defence Minister Guido Crosetto has said Britain is not fully sharing technologies with Italy and Japan in a major project to develop a new

Italy says Britain is not sharing technology on fighter project
Americas|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas armed wing says it lost contact with group holding Israeli-US hostage Alexander

The armed wing of Hamas said on Tuesday it had lost contact with a group of militants holding Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander in the Gaza

Hamas armed wing says it lost contact with group holding Israeli-US hostage Alexander
Crime|Political|US

Judge drops case against man Bondi called MS-13 leader, allows time to challenge deportation

A U.S. federal judge agreed on Tuesday to dismiss a gun charge against a man Attorney General Pam Bondi has called a leader of the MS-13 street

Judge drops case against man Bondi called MS-13 leader, allows time to challenge deportation
Asia|Crime|Political

Rahul Gandhi and his mother Sonia accused in India money laundering case, ANI reports

Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi and his mother Sonia, the most senior members of India's Nehru-Gandhi political dynasty, have been accused in a money laundering case by the

Rahul Gandhi and his mother Sonia accused in India money laundering case, ANI reports
Health|Political|Science|US

Translating what Kennedy's anti-vaccine allies hear in his response to the measles outbreak

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F

Translating what Kennedy's anti-vaccine allies hear in his response to the measles outbreak
Election|Political|US

In a bid to corral the anti-Trump resistance, Bernie Sanders, AOC visit red states

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is taking his “Fighting Oligarchy” tour deep into Trump territory alongside his fellow progressive champion Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

In a bid to corral the anti-Trump resistance, Bernie Sanders, AOC visit red states
Americas|Crime|Political|US

Colorado judge puts temporary hold on deportations sought by Trump under Alien Enemies Act

A federal judge has put a temporary hold on deportations of immigrants in Colorado who face possible removal under President Donald Trump's invocation of an 18th century law known as the Alien Enemies Act

Colorado judge puts temporary hold on deportations sought by Trump under Alien Enemies Act
Election|Political|US

GOP ex-Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox joins governors race to replace Gretchen Whitmer

Former Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox is launching a Republican bid for governor

GOP ex-Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox joins governors race to replace Gretchen Whitmer
Africa|Americas|Asia|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates

Trump administration looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Four Russian journalists linked to late Kremlin critic Navalny sentenced at Moscow court

Four Russian journalists linked to late Kremlin critic Navalny sentenced at Moscow court

Four Russian journalists linked to late Kremlin critic Navalny sentenced at Moscow court
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Video shows Palestinian student leader at Columbia taken into ICE custody

A Palestinian student at Columbia University was taken into custody by ICE officials outside an immigration facility in Colchester, Vermont on Monday. Mohsen Mahdawi had led pro-Palestinian protests on campus, but stepped back in March 2024, before students started an encampment and occupied university buildings a month later.

Video shows Palestinian student leader at Columbia taken into ICE custody
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political

Lebanon hopes to meet foreign bondholders in coming year, finance minister says

(This April 15 story has been corrected to fix the launch date and add a dropped phrase to show it is a list of the group's members at launch, in

Lebanon hopes to meet foreign bondholders in coming year, finance minister says
Crime|Political|US

Federal judge drops contempt case against ICE agent over arrest outside Boston courthouse

A federal judge has dismissed a contempt case against an ICE agent whose arrest of man during his trial sparked criticism among the law enforcement community in Boston

Federal judge drops contempt case against ICE agent over arrest outside Boston courthouse
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Mexico confident it can renew tomato agreement with US

The Mexican government said on Tuesday it hopes to begin talks with the United States to renew a bilateral agreement on Mexican tomato exports from which Washington has said it

Mexico confident it can renew tomato agreement with US
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine, UK, France and Turkey discuss Black Sea security, Zelenskiy says

Ukrainian, British, French and Turkish representatives will discuss Black Sea security in Turkey on Tuesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said.

Ukraine, UK, France and Turkey discuss Black Sea security, Zelenskiy says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Russian journalists jailed for 5-1/2 years for alleged extremist ties to Navalny

Four Russian journalists were sentenced by a Moscow court to 5-1/2 years each in prison on Tuesday after being found guilty of working for the banned organisation of the late

Russian journalists jailed for 5-1/2 years for alleged extremist ties to Navalny
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spend more on defence now to protect Europe from Russia, says Lithuania's defence minister

Europe must remove borrowing limits for defence spending or face the prospect of war with Russia, Lithuanian Defence Minister Dovile Sakaliene told Reuters on

Spend more on defence now to protect Europe from Russia, says Lithuania's defence minister
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Italy's Meloni to meet Trump amid U.S.- Europe trade tensions

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is heading to the White House for a meeting on Thursday with President Donald Trump, seeking to ease tensions over U.S. tariffs

Italy's Meloni to meet Trump amid U.S.- Europe trade tensions
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Judge scraps US rule capping credit card late fees at $8

A federal judge on Tuesday threw out a U.S.

Judge scraps US rule capping credit card late fees at $8
Health|Political|Science|US

US CDC advisers discuss narrowing use of COVID-19 booster shots

The U.S.

US CDC advisers discuss narrowing use of COVID-19 booster shots
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Chile, Canada and Peru push back against Trump's copper tariff probe

Chile, Canada and Peru - three of the largest copper suppliers to the United States - have told President Donald Trump's administration that imports of the

Chile, Canada and Peru push back against Trump's copper tariff probe
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Tariffs on toilet paper? Europe threatens tit-for-tat levies on a range of US goods if trade talks fail

Tariffs on toilet paper? Europe threatens tit-for-tat levies on a range of US goods if trade talks fail

Tariffs on toilet paper? Europe threatens tit-for-tat levies on a range of US goods if trade talks fail
Education|Political|US

‘Clear, unquestionable violation of First Amendment rights’: Harvard lawyer tells CNN why it’s pushing back against Trump

CNN's Kaitlan Collins talks with Harvard Law Professor Andrew Crespo about why the university decided to be the first to fight back against the Trump administration's demands.

‘Clear, unquestionable violation of First Amendment rights’: Harvard lawyer tells CNN why it’s pushing back against Trump
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli airstrike hits hospital entrance in Gaza, killing medic and wounding 9 other people

An Israeli airstrike has struck the northern gate of a field hospital in the Gaza Strip, killing a medic and wounding nine other people

Israeli airstrike hits hospital entrance in Gaza, killing medic and wounding 9 other people
Business|Political|Technology|US

Former FTC chair explains how to prove if a company is a monopoly

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the witness stand Monday as his social media company faces accusations by the Federal Trade Commission of creating an illegal "social network monopoly."

Former FTC chair explains how to prove if a company is a monopoly
Crime|Political|US

Arson suspect faces up to 20 years after Tesla and Republican Party headquarters incidents

Arson suspect faces up to 20 years after Tesla and Republican Party headquarters incidents

Arson suspect faces up to 20 years after Tesla and Republican Party headquarters incidents
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|US

Boeing shares fall on report that China has halted its deliveries as part of trade war

Boeing shares fall on report that China has halted its deliveries as part of trade war

Boeing shares fall on report that China has halted its deliveries as part of trade war
Education|Political|US

Dozens of UWM students march in protest after Trump administration revokes 13 student visas on campus, no explanation given yet

Dozens of UWM students march in protest after Trump administration revokes 13 student visas on campus, no explanation given yet

Dozens of UWM students march in protest after Trump administration revokes 13 student visas on campus, no explanation given yet
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Would military strikes kill Iran's nuclear programme? Probably not

The recent U.S. deployment of B-2 bombers, the only planes able to launch the most powerful bunker-busting bombs, to within range of Iran is a

Would military strikes kill Iran's nuclear programme? Probably not
Business|Economy|Political|US

US construction optimism hit by Trump trade policies, says Sika CEO

Optimism in parts of the U.S. construction industry has fallen in the wake of President Donald Trump's unpredictable trade policies, construction chemicals maker

US construction optimism hit by Trump trade policies, says Sika CEO
Africa|Crime|Election|Political

Tanzania's main opposition party calls election ban unconstitutional

Tanzania's main opposition party CHADEMA said on Tuesday its disqualification from elections due later this year was unconstitutional, days after its leader was arrested and

Tanzania's main opposition party calls election ban unconstitutional
Americas|Environment|Political|World

Mexico negotiating with its northern states to send more water to US, Sheinbaum says

Mexico's federal government is negotiating with its northern states to send more water to the United States, the country's president said on Tuesday, after its historic

Mexico negotiating with its northern states to send more water to US, Sheinbaum says
Europe|Political|World

NATO's Rutte, in Odesa, declares 'unwavering' support for Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Tuesday and declared "unwavering" support for Ukraine in the aftermath

NATO's Rutte, in Odesa, declares 'unwavering' support for Ukraine
Election|Europe|Political

Romania tells US Congress group its presidential vote will be fair, transparent

Romania is committed to ensuring its May presidential vote re-run is fair and transparent, after its election result in December was cancelled, interim President Ilie Bolojan

Romania tells US Congress group its presidential vote will be fair, transparent
Crime|Europe|Political

French prisons targeted in 'terrorist attack' amid drug crackdown, minister says

France's justice minister said on Tuesday gun and arson attacks on at least six prisons around the country were acts of terrorism directed

French prisons targeted in 'terrorist attack' amid drug crackdown, minister says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US

European rating agency Scope sends US downgrade warning

European credit ratings agency Scope has warned that the United States could be downgraded if a lengthy trade war erodes long-term trust in the dollar, or if President

European rating agency Scope sends US downgrade warning
Asia|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Dollar gains on euro, yen, but tariffs keep investors cautious

The dollar rose against the euro and yen on Tuesday, showing tentative signs of recovery following a sharp selloff that saw the dollar index tumble more than 3%

Dollar gains on euro, yen, but tariffs keep investors cautious
Americas|Election|Political

EU observers "categorically" reject Ecuador election fraud allegations

European Union observers said on Tuesday that they "categorically" reject allegations of fraud in Ecuador's Sunday presidential elections, joining a chorus of

EU observers "categorically" reject Ecuador election fraud allegations
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Canada to spare automakers, other sectors from some tariffs on US imports

Canada will allow some relief to domestically-based automakers and manufacturers in specific sectors from counter-tariffs provided they meet certain conditions, the Finance Ministry

Canada to spare automakers, other sectors from some tariffs on US imports
Health|Political|US

'Scary': Former patient worried for the future of mental health services

'Scary': Former patient worried for the future of mental health services

'Scary': Former patient worried for the future of mental health services
Political|US

Mass. attorney says Department of Homeland Security told her to self-deport, despite U.S. citizenship

Mass. attorney says Department of Homeland Security told her to self-deport, despite U.S. citizenship

Mass. attorney says Department of Homeland Security told her to self-deport, despite U.S. citizenship
MidEast|Political|US|World

Another US aircraft carrier in Mideast waters ahead of second round of Iran-US nuclear talks

A second U.S. aircraft carrier is operating in Mideast waters ahead of the next round of talks between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program

Another US aircraft carrier in Mideast waters ahead of second round of Iran-US nuclear talks
Crime|MidEast|Political

Israeli ministers accuse embattled security agency chief of waging political vendetta against government

Israeli ministers accuse embattled security agency chief of waging political vendetta against government

Israeli ministers accuse embattled security agency chief of waging political vendetta against government
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology

Airbus affirms 2025 targets but is still assessing impact of trade tensions

Europe's Airbus reaffirmed forecasts for the year but cautioned on Tuesday that it was still assessing the impact of trade tensions on its operations - simultaneously hit by

Airbus affirms 2025 targets but is still assessing impact of trade tensions
Environment|Political|US

Florida lawmakers consider ending mockingbird’s 97-year run as state bird

Florida lawmakers consider ending mockingbird’s 97-year run as state bird

Florida lawmakers consider ending mockingbird’s 97-year run as state bird
Business|Economy|Political|US

Former US labor officials urge contractors to stand firm on DEI

A group of former U.S.

Former US labor officials urge contractors to stand firm on DEI
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology

Stellantis chair says US tariffs, EU rules put auto industry at risk

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann said on Tuesday U.S. tariffs and strict European Union emissions standards were threatening the industry, as the automaker continued its search for a

Stellantis chair says US tariffs, EU rules put auto industry at risk
Europe|Political|World

Georgia fired 700 civil servants for supporting pro-EU protests, watchdog says

Georgia has fired around 700 civil servants for supporting pro-European Union protests in the South Caucasus country since December, according to the local chapter of anti-corruption

Georgia fired 700 civil servants for supporting pro-EU protests, watchdog says
Business|Economy|Food|Political|US

Ranchers hope Trump's tariffs boost demand for cattle but some fear market uncertainty

Ranchers hope President Donald Trump's tariffs will make imported beef expensive enough that Americans will turn to cattle raised at home for all their hamburger and steaks

Ranchers hope Trump's tariffs boost demand for cattle but some fear market uncertainty
Americas|Environment|Political|World

Amendment to Peru law raises fears of Amazon rainforest destruction

A recent amendment to Peru’s Forestry and Wildlife Law has sparked intense backlash from environmental groups and Indigenous organizations

Amendment to Peru law raises fears of Amazon rainforest destruction
Africa|Election|Political|US|World

South Africa's new US envoy called Trump racist, homophobic and narcissistic in a 2020 speech

South Africa’s new special envoy to the United States is already under scrutiny for calling U.S. President Donald Trump a racist, homophobic and narcissistic “right-winger” in a speech in 2020

South Africa's new US envoy called Trump racist, homophobic and narcissistic in a 2020 speech
MidEast|Political

Israeli PM Netanyahu's party steps up pressure for Shin Bet head to go

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party accused the head of the domestic intelligence organization on Tuesday of turning parts of the service into "a private

Israeli PM Netanyahu's party steps up pressure for Shin Bet head to go
Americas|Health|Political

Bolsonaro remains in ICU with no schedule for discharge, says medical note

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro remains in the intensive care unit with no forecast for discharge after undergoing a complex surgery, a medical note from DF Star

Bolsonaro remains in ICU with no schedule for discharge, says medical note
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Armenia calls on Azerbaijan to investigate ceasefire violations on border

Armenia called on Azerbaijan on Tuesday to investigate ceasefire violations along the two countries' frontier, as a surge of reported incidents of cross-border gunfire raises

Armenia calls on Azerbaijan to investigate ceasefire violations on border
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU and Britain boost aid for Sudan at London conference

The European Union and Britain pledged on Tuesday to increase aid for Sudan, at a conference in London marking the second anniversary of a conflict that has

EU and Britain boost aid for Sudan at London conference
Asia|Political|World

China's Xi hails strategic cooperation at start of Malaysia visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping said deepening high-level strategic cooperation with Malaysia serves the common interests of both countries, in a statement released as he arrived in

China's Xi hails strategic cooperation at start of Malaysia visit
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Oil prices steady as market considers latest US tariff changes

Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday as investors digested the latest headlines on U.S.

Oil prices steady as market considers latest US tariff changes
Business|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Barclays downgrades US auto sector due to Trump's tariff policy

Barclays on Tuesday downgraded U.S. autos and mobility sector to "negative" from "neutral", warning that President Donald Trump's tariffs could pressure automakers' earnings and curb

Barclays downgrades US auto sector due to Trump's tariff policy
Election|Political|US

Feeling out a bizarre post-presidency, Biden reemerges on the public stage

Feeling out a bizarre post-presidency, Biden reemerges on the public stage

Feeling out a bizarre post-presidency, Biden reemerges on the public stage
Business|Education|Political|Sports

Objectors have final say and $2.8 billion NCAA lawsuit settlement goes to judge for a decision

The $2.8 billion settlement that will reshape college athletics is now before a federal judge for a final decision

Objectors have final say and $2.8 billion NCAA lawsuit settlement goes to judge for a decision
Political|Technology|US

A need for chaos powers some Americans’ support for Elon Musk taking a chainsaw to the US government

Burn it all down? For some Americans who feel they’ve lost social status, that’s exactly what they want DOGE to do.

A need for chaos powers some Americans’ support for Elon Musk taking a chainsaw to the US government
Health|Political|US

Preventive care may no longer be free in 2026 because of HIV stigma − unless the Trump administration successfully defends the ACA

After a group of employers refused to provide their employees access to free HIV prevention treatment, the Supreme Court may decide whether insurers are required to fully cover preventive care.

Preventive care may no longer be free in 2026 because of HIV stigma − unless the Trump administration successfully defends the ACA
Political|Sports|US

West Point graduate becomes the first woman to compete in the grueling Army Ranger contest

A female Army Ranger for the first time competed in the annual Best Ranger Competition, and her two-soldier team finished the grueling three-day event over the weekend and came in 14th overall

West Point graduate becomes the first woman to compete in the grueling Army Ranger contest
Education|Political|US

Educators find creative work-arounds to new laws that restrict what they can teach

An education scholar explains how some teachers and school counselors are quietly resisting what they see as political incursion into the classroom.

Educators find creative work-arounds to new laws that restrict what they can teach
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Raw materials to keep British Steel plant operating reach the UK

The U_K_ government says that it has bought enough raw materials to keep Britain’s last steelmaking blast furnaces operating for the “coming weeks.”

Raw materials to keep British Steel plant operating reach the UK